Rob Schmertz

Meet Rob...

Rob Schmertz grew up in Roslyn, then moved to Old Westbury to start a family. After building a successful career and raising a family, he’s returned to his Roslyn roots, where he’s excited to start the next chapter of his life.

Rob's entrepreneurial journey began with owning his own shoe store, Shoe Biz, where he gained valuable experience in sales, merchandising, and business management. He later became the Brand Director at Steve Madden, where he played a pivotal role in the growth and development of the brand, overseeing everything from marketing and advertising to management and sales. His creative mindset and strategic approach helped elevate the company’s presence in the competitive footwear industry.

After retiring, Rob discovered his passion for residential real estate. Eager to channel his creativity and love for design and architecture, he is eager to join The Scout Residential Team at Compass. With extensive business experience and a natural ability to connect with people, Rob brings a unique perspective to the real estate market, offering personalized service and a sharp eye for potential. 

Rob has been happily married to his wife, Debby, for nearly 40 years. Together, they have three children and recently welcomed their first grandchild. Their strong family values inspire Rob both personally and professionally, and he cherishes the time spent with his loved ones.

Rob holds a BBA in Finance and an MBA in Marketing from George Washington University. 

Client Success

Testimonials

"⸻ Referrals are everything in real estate, and I’m so thankful I had Denise Bass on my side. When it came time to sell and buy, Denise — not only a trusted friend but also a Compass agent — became my “source for the source.” Through her amazing referral network, she connected me with Fran Mazer, a top agent who sold my home, and Patty Santella, who helped me buy my new one. In a competitive marRead MoreRead Less
"Melanie Cogan with Scout residential at Compass is the best! She has helped my wife and I multiple times. (purchasing and selling a home in Roslyn and Roslyn Harbor) When we purchased our home, she was extremely helpful, always quick to respond and very easy to deal with! She was also very patient and never pushy! Great experience all around!!!"
"We had the pleasure of working with Melanie Cogan and Liza Bendett from the Scout Residential Team at Compass in Roslyn to sell two family homes in Upper Brookville and East Hills, New York. From start to finish, they were professional, incredibly attentive, and worked tirelessly on our behalf. They treated our most prized investments with the utmost care and dedication. We highly recommend MelaniRead MoreRead Less
"Andrea Spitalnick is an outstanding real estate agent that goes above and beyond for all of her clients. She’s thorough follows through and is dedicated in every sale. She puts her name on. We are so thankful for Andrea and all of her hard work!!"
"Coming back to my hometown, Roslyn, from out of state, my wife and I were looking for someone we could trust to guide us through a competitive and fast-moving real estate market. Shawn Rogol came highly recommended, having recently helped a close family friend secure a home in East Hills through an off-market opportunity. From our first conversation, it was clear why he’s earned such an outstandinRead MoreRead Less
"Andrea Spitalnick of The Scout Residential Team at Compass has been an excellent agent to work with on variety of real estate matters. She has made herself available at all hours of the day and on the weekend to help problem solved for clients. I highly recommend her without hesitation."
"Working with Liza Bendett was an exceptional experience from start to finish. She helped me secure an incredible off-market spec home in Roslyn Estates—something I wouldn’t have been able to access without her insider knowledge and connections. Liza is a true expert; she guided me through every step of the process with precision, responsiveness, and an impressive understanding of the market. I alwRead MoreRead Less
"I recently worked with Jessi Epstein from Scout Residential Team at Compass to help us find a new home and sell our existing home. She knows our local market inside and out, knows listings before anyone else does, and even has incredible design and architectural visions for how we can add personal touches to our soon-to-be new home. Importantly, Jessi recognized how emotional a decision to move cRead MoreRead Less
"Working with Dori was an absolute pleasure! We spent two years looking for our home and Dori was by our side every step of the way. Without Dori’s robust market knowledge we would still be looking for our home. Dori’s negotiation skills were essential to us closing our deal in an extremely active market. With the resources of the Scout Compass team behind her, Dori was an excellent shepherd througRead MoreRead Less
"We can't say enough good things about our experience working with Liza Bendett. As out-of-towners unfamiliar with the market, we were incredibly lucky to have found her. She guided us every step of the way as we searched for a new home that better suited our needs, particularly to be closer to our family. Given that we lived several hours away and couldn't get to the area often, Liza worked aroRead MoreRead Less
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