Nora Ariffin

Since entering real estate in 2004, Nora Ariffin has excelled as an industry-leading broker earning numerous accolades that attest to her impressive sales performance. She was nominated for the Real Estate Board of NY’s Rookie of the Year in 2005, then later promoted to Vice President and Senior Vice President; she has also earned coveted awards including in the firm’s prestigious Producer’s Council, Platinum and Gold Circle 2010, and among the Top 5% companywide.

Nora was also featured as one of the "9 Women Who Master Power and Style" in Oprah Winfrey’s popular "O" Magazine for her expert skills and stylish look. In the article, she was recognized for her fine record of placing clients in the most exclusive apartments, and for her ability to effectively navigate deals in "New York City’s ruthless housing market."

Yet Nora’s greatest reward is the referrals and repeat business from her discerning clientele. What has set her apart is her unique approach to guiding them through the sale or purchase process, providing them with all the pertinent facts which allow them to arrive at the right decisions and the best price. "I am there to educate, not force clients into a deal. My reputation is at stake, and my role is to be an advocate for their needs."

A Manhattan resident for over 20 years, Nora is driven by her natural energy and passion for New York that shines through in her work. Her expansive market knowledge coupled with her expert service and seasoned negotiating skills arm every client with everything they need to make their deals an inevitable success.

"Coming into this with absolutely no idea of how NYC real estate worked, Nora took time to clearly explain the facts and continually stay in touch with updates. Her knowledge and expertise helped me understand all aspects of Manhattan real estate, and her flexibility, patient and no-pressure approach made what would normally be a stressful and frustrating experience pleasant and exciting. Nora’s connections and professionalism enabled me to purchase my dream apartment." ~ Naomi Lahaie

Born and raised in Singapore, Nora hit the runways of Paris, France at age 16 and achieved international fame as the first Asian model to represent ‘ALLURE’ for Chanel Perfume. When Seventh Avenue took notice, Nora relocated to Manhattan, became one of the faces of Cover Girl cosmetics and L’Oreal Feria Hair worldwide which appeared three stories high on a Times Square billboard. Nora also completed professional actor training in New York that led to many roles in national commercials and her starring as the lead in two feature films, one gaining international success.

Fluent in English, French and Malay, Nora has lived abroad in Europe and South Africa, as well as San Francisco. She brings a worldly perspective to her work as she does a natural ability to relate to clients of all cultures, and a strong local knowledge of the city she loves so dear.