Lawrence Salas, CRB, CRS, GRI, ABR, CDPE

Lawrence Salas is a highly respected real estate executive with over 40 years of experience in the South Florida real estate market. Throughout his distinguished career, he has owned and operated some of the region’s most recognized brokerage firms, including Century 21 Allstar, ERA, and Prudential Allstar, firmly positioning him among the most experienced and trusted
brokerage principals in Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Lawrence has built a long-standing reputation for excellence in asset management, brokerage operations, and complex portfolio oversight, having served as the exclusive listing broker and asset manager for major institutional clients such as Fannie Mae, the U.S. Marshals Service, and Xome. His work with these organizations required strict regulatory compliance, operational precision, and the ability to manage high-volume, high-liability real estate assets across a wide range of market cycles, including distressed assets, REO portfolios, and courtappointed sales.

Throughout his career, Lawrence has attained the highest residential designations awarded by the National Association of Realtors, reflecting his commitment to advanced education, ethical standards, and professional excellence. His credentials include Certified Residential Broker Manager (CRB), Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR), Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI), and Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE)—a combination held by a select group of industry leaders nationwide.

Today, Lawrence is the Owner and Managing Broker of Bestway Realty Sales, LLC, a boutique brokerage comprised of approximately 25 top-producing agents. Under his leadership, the firm is known for its integrity, transactional expertise, and hands-on mentorship, blending institutional-level discipline with personalized service. Lawrence remains actively involved in guiding complex tansactions, overseeing brokerage operations, and mentoring agents to uphold the highest professional standards.

Lawrence’s longevity in the industry, institutional expertise, and deep market knowledge continue to make him a trusted authority and advisor for homeowners, investors, attorneys, asset managers, and financial institutions throughout South Florida. His leadership reflects a steadfast commitment to ethical practices, strategic execution, and long-term client relationships built on trust and results.