Netflix’sSelling Sunsetseason 8 returned on September 6 and has been named the Oppenheim Group’s most successful season yet. Once again, the series showed realtors selling multi-million dollar houses while navigating interpersonal drama.Selling Sunsetseason 8 also introduced a new agent, Alanna Gold, and focused on Chelsea Lazkani’s updates on her divorce. The office has become more competitive than ever with the addition of another O Group real estate agent, who is seen as a threat by fellow realtors.
Therefore, most agents are sneaky with their tactics, hoping to get more money and listings. InSelling Sunsetseason 7,Bre Tiesi hinted that shewould leave the O Group because she was unhappy with her work situation and pay. Bre explained to Jason that the brokerage she previously worked for paid 90/10, meaning she’d get 90% commission. With that being at the center stage, even as Bre is still part ofSelling Sunset, it will be interesting to know who earned more commissionand whichSelling Sunsetagents deserve to keep their desks in the O group.
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Newbie Alanna Never Rang The Bell
She Didn’t Get A Chance
Ringing the bell in the O Group is special and happens when a sale closes. The bell’s origin in the office occurred duringa classic Chrishell Stause’s momentinSelling Sunsetseason 1. She declared they should have a big bell to ring when they sell a house; thus,the bell was born.
Unfortunately, Alanna, the new agent in the group who’s received incredible praise sinceSelling Sunsetseason 8 debuted due to hertrendy and professional outfits and calm demeanor, never rang the bell. InSelling Sunsetseason 8, episode 1, Alanna was chasing a $30 million listing that she hoped would work in her favor. However, she lost it to Chelsea and Mary Fitzgerald.
Chelsea & Mary Struggled To Close In Manhattan Beach
Despite Being Experienced In Real Estate
Chelsea considered herself the"queen of Manhattan Beach.“She had previously put Alanna on the spot to name the three sections in Manhattan Beach, which Alanna couldn’t do since she wasn’t familiar with the area. Therefore, Chelsea was sureshe would make a better person to handle a $30 million house salethat the O Group had in Manhattan Beach.
She split the listing with Mary at the client’s request. Mary and Chelsea are considered the heavyweights in the O Group team. Mary even claimed to"speak wifey” since those are the hardest people to pleasein any listing. However, despite their efforts, that didn’t work out for theSelling Sunsetcast members, leaving them on the hunt for the next sale.
Chrishell Rang The Bell Twice
She Enjoyed It
During one of the O Group meetings, in episode 4, Jason shared that he had closed a $28 million deal. Everyone in the office was happy for him, with each encouraging theSelling Sunsetstar to ring the bell. Before he could, Chelsea asked if she could do it for him, to which he agreed. Excited,Chrishell and Chelsea rang the belltogether.
Chrishell also got another opportunity to ring the bell duringSelling Sunsetseason 8, episode 8. She’d revealed that a client she had worked with for about a year had finally made their choices, thus closing the offer. The house was listed for $2,648,887,earning a commission of $79,466. Thrilled, Chrishell asked, “Do I get to ring the bell?”
Amanza’s Passion Isn’t Real Estate
She’s Passionate About Art
Amanza Smith has been reconnecting with her true passion. She previously shared how she almost died after getting an infection. Amanza stated she had started painting again, adding that the art world was “new and exciting.” While reflecting on what she had been through and how difficult it had becomejuggling work and other things-adding thather passion wasn’t in real estate.
“It’s always been clear that real estate wasn’t my passion. I like it, but art, everything creative is, like, I crave it.”
Amanda later revealed she sold her last piece of art for $18,000 after the seller canceled her last listing. She added that the listing had boosted her confidence and that she was excited to sell it. However, the seller added that she didn’t want to sell it, leaving Amanza disappointed. She added that it might have been a"sign"not to focus on real estate.
Emma’s Real Estate Selling Skills Weren’t Highlighted
They Focused On Her Drama
Emma Hernan is a great realtor and has been a household name since her premiere inSelling Sunsetseason 4. Thanks to her property sales, she has thrived on the series and raked in some incredible earnings. However,Emma doesn’t have the best behavior, and many find her annoying. She often fails to present her true self andconstantly criticizes her cast members.Selling Sunsetseason 8 was no different.
Emma was stillportrayed as a fun party girl, which didn’t help with her ruined reputation.Selling Sunsetseason 8 focused more on a rumor Nicole Young started about her. Nicole told Amanza Smith and Mary that Emma was having a relationship with a married man.
With Emma being shown blocking Jason’s car on purpose to throwing away Mary’s empanadas, which was quite mean, there were no highlights where she had a successful listing, thus failing to show how great of a realtor she is.
Bre Said Nicole & Mary Were The Top Earners
They Took Home The Most Commission
Selling Sunset’sseason 8 episode 11 revealed the top earners. It started with Jason and Mary Fitzgerald introducing their fellow workmates to their listings—a property worth $28,500,000.Mary was excited to see how the remodeled property looked, but Nicole and Bre weren’t. They said it gave the same old and modern vibe.
Bre was also lucky to sell a piece of land worth $4 million, where the new owners would build a $15 million house, thus earning a $105,000 commission. Despite the amount Bre made from the land sale, other realtors were still closing better deals. Bre disclosed to Amanda Lynn (Bre’s friend and a realtor who flips houses worldwide) thatNicole and Mary made the most money while showing her where different peoplesat in the office.
“We have Nicole. She’s definitely our highest producer. And then Mary is probably next producing. But she has some of the bigger listings right now. "
How Much Did Jason & Brett Play A Part In Commissions Success?
They Are The Glue That Keeps The Team Together
As the owners of Oppenheim Group, Jason and Brett have contributed significantly to the company’s success. The brother’s records speak for themselves, with Jason noting how competitive the field is and how crucial it is for his realtors to solve a problem within the real estate industry (Netflix). According toOppenheim Group’swebsite, Jason is considered the top agent in the US and is ranked the #1 agent in Hollywood Hills and West Hollywood. During theSelling Sunsetseason 8 finale, Jason told the realtors that he wanted to list Kanye West’s Malibu mansiondesigned by a renowned Japanese designer, Tadao Ando.
Jason noted that the only issue Kanye had was that he’d gutted the house some of its essential functions, including plumbing and air conditioning. Therefore, the Oppenheim brothers play a huge role in propelling their agents to the top. Their leadership skills and extensive network expose them to high-profile clientele, thus securing some lucrative deals. Additionally, the realtors have provided valuable mentorship to their realtors, assisting them in navigating complex deals. InSelling Sunsetseason 8, Jason and Brett guide newbie Alanna, helping her adjust to working with the group.
Selling Sunset
Cast
The reality TV series Selling Sunset showcases the operations of the Oppenheim Group as they navigate the high-end, high-stakes real estate game of Los Angeles, West Hollywood, and Newport Beach. The show explores both the personal and professional lives of the real estate agents as they buy and sell properties worth millions of dollars.
