Manhattan Boutique Real Estate (MBRE) is a real estate brokerage and consulting firm based in New York City, History Manhattan Boutique Real Estate was founded in 2013 by Joan Brothers, who currently serves as the President and CEO. The company specializes in residential and commercial real estate, offering services including sales, rentals, investment, property management, and real estate advisory. In April 2023, MBRE partnered with the Luxe Places International Consortium to expand into the global luxury real estate markets. Manhattan Boutique Real Estate is a member of the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY) and a member of the Commercial Real Estate Supplier Diversity Alliance (CRESDA).