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Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Candiss Canady

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is dedicated to bringing the highest level of service to today’s home buyers and sellers. This tradition continues with the recent addition of luxury Real Estate Advisor Candiss Canady to the Camelback Tower Office.

With a strong background in customer service, Candiss is a step ahead in anticipating needs and coming up with creative solutions to best serve her clients.

Candiss has thirteen years of experience in high-level management, business development, operations and project management, business process, change management, communications, and customer service. She was an accomplished manager who understands customer service, detail & the importance of clear communication, ethical standards, and excellent interpersonal skills. The decision to move into an industry that holds a strong passion for her, Real Estate, was the easiest decision she has made in regard to a career change.

She comes from a 10+ year career in high-level recruitment in the Federal space, so the understanding of gauging needs has been developed for many years. Candiss truly enjoy helping others achieve their goals in home ownership, investing, and growing portfolios. As a client, you will get very clear communication and get an agent that is readily available for you.

Candiss is a lovely addition to the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s Camelback Tower office. An obvious self starter with unrivaled drive and ambition, she’s a breath of fresh air and we are thrilled to watch her career soar to the next level!

Sherri Monteith, Managing Broker
Golf, Lifestyle, Real Estate

The Best Putting Green Properties in time for The Phoenix Open

The Waste Management Phoenix Open returns Thursday, February 9th, 2023, to TPC of Scottsdale. With the return of Scottsdale’s highly anticipated Phoenix Open, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is highlighting it’s most unique and luxurious putting green-included properties for sale in Arizona, which offer the perfect locations for exceptional active living.

First up is 11408 E Apache Vistas Dr, listed by Agent Kathleen Lane of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s Desert Mountain Office. This single-family estate is located in Scottsdale, Arizona and is listed at $12,500,000.

This Polynesian-inspired residence includes eight bedrooms, ten full bathrooms,12,415 square-feet indoors, and just over three acres of outdoor space. The backyard includes a pool with a slide, a fireplace with plentiful seating. The home is now offered as a package with full golf membership available and its turnkey furnished. Apache Course tee box 13, fairways 14 and 15 unfold before you as well as a beautiful view of the Apache Course at Desert Mountain. 

Next up –a custom-built Mediterranean style home found in the iconic Judson gated neighborhood. Listed at $6,195,000 by Agent Jan Kabbani of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s Camelback Tower Office this beautiful estate is located on 6674 E Judson Road in Paradise Valley, Arizona. It includes 7,671-square-feet of living space, one and a half acres of outdoor space, five bedrooms, and five and a half bathrooms. The property comes equipped with a heated pool and spa, a gym, a putting green, and a four-car garage with a separate workshop area.

Now we are off to a 9,700-square-foot resort-like estate located at 4425 N Arcadia Lane in Phoenix, Arizona.  Listed at $6,550,000 by Agent Jennifer Bellinger of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s Camelback Tower Office, the main home features two bedrooms and one den/bedroom, and a full bath, while the guest house includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms, laundry, and its own garage. The property itself is one and a half acres and includes a putting green as soon as you step outside, as well as a pool, jacuzzi, and tennis court.

Listed at $10,900,000 by agent Bob Hassett of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s Pinnacle Peak Office. 6516 N 64th Place, which is located in Paradise Valley, Arizona includes seven bedrooms, nine full bathrooms, and a whopping 17,160 square feet of indoor living space. This property also comes equipped with two game rooms, a gym, an indoor sport court, a movie theatre, a five-hole putting green as well as a pickleball court outside and gorgeous views of both Camelback and Mummy Mountain.

Also rounding out the top putting green homes is this beautiful masterpiece listed at $5,595,000 by agent Dan Wolski of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s Desert Mountain Office. 24885 N 90th Way in Scottsdale, Arizona features five bedrooms, five and a half bathrooms, as well as 6,440 square-feet of indoor living space. This beautiful home also provides the perfect place to host backyard gatherings thanks to a fantastic putting green situated right behind the modern pool and spa, as well as an expansive seating area. 

And finally set your eyes on 8441 E Sorrel Trail in Scottsdale, Arizona. The home, which was brand new in 2022 was listed at $4,300,000 by agent Jay PennyPacker of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s Pinnacle Peak Office. This property includes a main home, as well as a guest home, and features six bedrooms, six bathrooms, and 5,754-square-feet of indoor living space between the two of them. It also comes equipped with a heated pool and spa, an outdoor kitchen, a putting green, and a roof deck with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.

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Significant Sales: January 2023

Throughout the state of Arizona, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty has been proud to represent and participate in the following sales for January.


We refer to these as ‘Significant Sales.’ While all of our transactions are genuinely significant, we hope you enjoy discovering these unique homes based not only on price but their architectural, cultural, and geographical significance, as well as those involved in the journey.

Enjoy!

Seller Representation:

6659 E Indian Bend Road | Paradise Valley
Sold for $12,000,000
Dual Representation:  Frank Aazami & Jean-Michel Edery
7807 N Calle Caballeros Street | Paradise Valley
Sold for: $7,000,000
Seller Representation: Jessica Jablonski & Geoffrey Jablonski
6207 E Indian Bend Road | Paradise Valley
Sold for: $5,750,000
Dual Representation: Virginia Gee & Gilbert Houseaux
14296 E Kalil Drive | Scottsdale
Sold for: $4,850,000
Seller Representation: Aladin Abdin
7731 Pine Canyon Drive | Flagstaff
Sold for: $1,300,000
Seller Representation: Blake Cain
3035 W Brenda Loop | Flagstaff
Sold for: $628,000
Seller Representation: Trina Painter
5605 E Sunset Boulevard | Flagstaff
Sold for: $950,000
Seller Representation: Josh Winnicki & Sharan Winnicki
7979 E Princess Drive 27 | Scottsdale
Sold for: $1,650,000
Seller Representation: Michael Johnson
21903 N 79th Place | Scottsdale
Sold for: $1,600,000
Seller Representation: Lesley Vann
9415 & 9401 E Aw Tillinghast Road | Scottsdale
Sold for: $6,700,000 | Dual Representation
Seller Representation: Frank Aazami & Dawn Dickinson
Buyer Representation: Kathleen Benoit, Karen Baldwin, Bee Francis, & Madelaine Elfgren
9779 E Reflecting Mountain Way | Scottsdale
Sold for: $4,450,000 | Dual Representation
Seller Representation: James Kolander
Buyer Representation: Kathleen Benoit, Karen Baldwin, Bee Francis, & Madelaine Elfgren
10340 E Groundcherry Lane/39887 N 103rd Way | Scottsdale
Sold for: $3,300,000
Seller Representation: Dan Wolski & Mitchell Hundman
36440 N 101st Way | Scottsdale
Sold for: $2,800,000
Dual Representation: Patrick Rice
1177 Morning Star Drive | Tubac
Sold for: $1,560,000
Seller Representation: Gary Brasher & Mike Connelly
17861 Placita De Plata | Sahuarita
Sold for: $200,000
Seller Representation:Gary & Tracey Brasher
4765 Sharp Shooter Way | Prescott
Sold for: $857,000
Seller Representation: Terri Kiffer
20 Overlook Way | Sedona
Sold for: $980,000
Seller Representation: Julie Holt
0 Dancing Apache Rd | Cornville
Sold for: $4,300,000
Duak Representation: Pam Fazzini
16632 N Lago Del Oro | Tucson
Sold for: $3,250,000
Dual Representation: Christina Tierney & Frank Lococo
7281 E Ventana Canyon Drive | Tucson
Sold for: $1,900,000
Seller Representation: Susanne Grogan
3201 E Arroyo Chico | Tucson
Sold for: $1,350,000
Seller Representation: Thalia Kyriakas

Buyer Representation:

  • 37960 N 95th Way | Scottsdale
    • Sold for: $3,025,000
    • Buyer Representation: Dan Wolski
  • 4949 E Lincoln Drive 23 | Paradise Valley
    • Sold for $3,225,000
    • Buyer Representation: Cheryl Anderson
  • 8034 E Tecolote Circle | Scottsdale
    • Sold for: $3,425,000
    • Buyer Representation: Debbie Omundsen & Susan Foltz
  • 20584 W Walton Drive | Buckeye
    • Sold for: $700,000
    • Buyer Representation: Camden Steele & Patricia Davis
  • 19004 W Medlock Drive | Litchfield Park
    • Sold for: $675,000
    • Buyer Representation: Neal Farrell
  • 733 W Coolidge Street | Phoenix
    • Sold for: $665,000
    • Buyer Representation: Renee Ryan
  • 6449 E Crested Saguaro Lane | Scottsdale
    • Sold for: $1,205,000
    • Buyer Representation: Jeanette Sauer
  • 10231 High Plains Trail | Prescott
    • Sold for: $768,000
    • Buyer Representation: Jennifer McMahon and Lee Borst
  • 1616 Arrowleaf Lane | Prescott
    • Sold for: $660,536
    • Buyer Representation: Georgia Myers
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Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Bonny Hayward 

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is dedicated to bringing the highest level of service to today’s home buyers and sellers. This tradition continues with the recent addition of luxury Real Estate Advisor Bonny Hayward to the Southeast Valley Office.

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents strive to deliver real estate experiences beyond expectations to enhance lifestyles for their clients, expanding their reputation as the most respected name in real estate. 

Bonny Hayward is such a great addition to our Southeast Valley Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty team. She brings with her years of service as a teacher in our public schools. Her ability to listen and understand what a client’s goals are and devise a plan to meet those goals is her top priority. Bonny’s passion for service combined with her ability to problem solve and her attention to detail will guarantee outstanding results for her clients.

CATHY GREEN, MANAGING BROKER

Bonny grew up in Spokane, Washington, and comes from a family in the service industry with firefighters, nurses, and teachers.  She was taught from a young age to help others and make them feel valued. She started her professional career as a public school teacher because she wanted to make a difference in her community.

Becoming a professional real estate advisor has allowed Bonny to take that connection to her community and help more tangibly. As a teacher, she had perfected her skills as a problem solver and an artful negotiator combined with being very good at building trust and rapport quickly.  These skills will allow her to help her real estate clients to find and purchase their dream homes and or sell their current homes while also building additional wealth by investing in income-producing real estate. Bonny’s business is about service, and she is not happy until you are happy. 

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Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Penny Lambert

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is dedicated to bringing the highest level of service to today’s home buyers and sellers. This tradition continues with the recent addition of luxury Real Estate Advisor Penny Lambert to the Southeast Valley Office.

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents strive to deliver real estate experiences beyond expectations to enhance lifestyles for their clients, expanding their reputation as the most respected name in real estate. 

Penny Lambert is an outstanding professional. Penny’s work ethic combined with her exceptional ability to build trust and rapport has allowed her to be a phenomenal negotiator. Penny promises that she will use a detailed process that allows her clients to rest assured knowing that they will have a smooth transaction and meet all of their real estate goals.

CATHY GREEN, MANAGING BROKER

Understanding her client’s motivations and lifestyle, deepening relationships, and contract negotiation is one of Penny’s strengths. After her many years of life’s experiences, while always aspiring to discover more, Penny has learned to anticipate issues – no small thing given the complexity of real estate transactions.

 It’s also important to me to execute every process promptly and accurately, always underpinning tasks with empathy for your particular situation.  Buying, selling, relocating, downsizing, moving, financial and family decisions – changing one’s address can be stressful.  Penny finds the most successful outcomes happen by offering the best of what she knows while ‘walking in your shoes.

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Significant Sales: November 2022

Throughout the state of Arizona, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty has been proud to represent and participate in the following sales for November.


We refer to these as ‘Significant Sales.’ While all of our transactions are genuinely significant, we hope you enjoy discovering these unique homes based not only on price but their architectural, cultural, and geographical significance, as well as those involved in the journey.

Enjoy!

Seller Representation:

6587 N Lost Dutchman Road | Paradise Valley
Sold for $4,750,000
Seller Representation: David Arustamian and Frank Aazami
7740 N Mockingbird Lane | Paradise Valley
Sold for $4,184,600 | Dual Representation
Seller Representation: Cionne McCarthy & Mikhail Quijada
Buyer Representation: Dean Mowry & Nancy Mowry
3800 E Lincoln Drive 57 | Phoenix
Sold for $2,995,000
Seller Representation: Suzanne Gammage
1724 E Sanctuary Cove Way | Tucson
Sold for $1,669,796
Seller Representation: Susanne Grogan
6352 N Pinnacle Ridge Drive | Tucson
Sold for $1,305,000
Dual Representation: Robin Kaiserman
2662 E Calle Sin Ruido | Tucson
Sold for $1,050,000
Seller Representation: Mara Mitchell & Brian Mitchell
10040 E Happy Valley Rd 504 | Scottsdale
Sold for $4,350,000
Seller Representation: Barry Van Patten & Ginger Van Patten
10160 E Winter Sun Drive | Scottsdale
Sold for $1,600,000 | Dual Representation
Seller Representation: Dan Wolski, Elizabeth Gillenwater, Mitchell Hundman
Buyer Representation: Ruth Sewart, Jan Collins
10878 E Sundance Trail | Scottsdale
Sold for $4,275,000
Seller Representation: Cheryl D’Anna
10460 E Palo Brea Drive | Scottsdale
Sold for $4,000,000 | Dual Representation
Seller Representation: Patrick Rice
Buyer Representation: Karen Baldwin, Bee Francis, Kathleen Benoit
9213 W Kerry Lane | Peoria
Sold for $495,000
Seller Representation: Linda Allison
9431 W Tonto Lane | Peoria
Sold for $475,000
Dual Representation: Lori Reiland, Lindsey Shoultes
15627 W Ballad Drive | Sun City West
Sold for $455,000
Seller Representation: Denise Gallagher
30 Calle Solares | Tubac
Sold for $522,793 | Dual Representation
Seller Representation: Gary Brasher, Daniel Ledwidge
Buyer Representation: Gary Brasher
7 Ray Lane | Tubac
Sold for $500,000
Seller Representation: Gary Brasher, Daniel Ledewidge, Tracey Brasher
2226 Paseo Tumacacori | Tubac
Sold for $443,000
Seller Representation: Gary Brasher, Tracey Brasher
170 Kashmir Rd | Sedona
Sold for $2,127,500
Seller Representation: Jeanette Sauer Ed Pennington
1410 Crown Ridge Rd | Sedona
Sold for $990,000
Dual Representation: Jim French and Anne French Sellers, Devin Johnston Buyers
5350 W. Three Forks Rd | Prescott
Sold for $2,225,000
Seller Representation: Nancy Read
1620 West Road 4-1/2 North | Chino Valley
Sold for $640,000
Seller Representation: Debbie Dunbar

Buyer Representation:

  • 1100 N Scenic Drive | Payson
    • Sold for $1,325,000
    • Buyer Representation: Aaron Rangel, Dave Pattison, & George Fried
  • 4101 S Last Chance Trail | Gold Canyon
    • Sold for $1,035,000
    • Buyer Representation: Danny Baker
  • 8656 E Halifax Street | Mesa
    • Sold for $700,000
    • Buyer Representation: Amy Antalik
  • 8881 E Via Del So Drive | Scottsdale
    • Sold for $5,565,000
    • Buyer Representation: Will Foote, Debbie Negrin, Jay Pennypacker
  • 9820 E Thompson Peak Pkwy 830 | Scottsdale
    • Sold for $5,500,000
    • Buyer Representation: Allan MacDonald
  • 5525 E Lincoln Drive 78 | Paradise Valley
    • Sold for $5,200,000
    • Buyer Representation: Cari Dandy
  • 8320 E Concho Lane | Carefree
    • Sold for $1,675,000
    • Buyer Representation: Stacy Paluscio, Courtney Woods Olson, Darcy Whalen
  • 10989 E Taos Drive | Scottsdale
    • Sold for $1,615,000
    • Buyer Representation: Colleen Rose-Scurti
  • 40860 N 97th Street | Scottsdale
    • Sold for $4,275,000
    • Buyer Representation: Dan Wolski, Mitchell Hundman
  • 37200 N Cave Creek Road #1026 | Scottsdale
    • Sold for $3,800,000
    • Buyer Representation: Cheryl D’Anna
  • 1359 E McLellan Blvd | Phoenix
    • Sold for $1,006,053
    • Buyer Representation: Camden Steele
  • 206 Calle Francesca 56 | Sedona
    • Sold for $2,275,000
    • Buyer Representation Peggy Branch
  • 3622 S Loba Drive | Prescott
    • Sold for $620,000
    • Buyer Representation Georgia Myers
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Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Kristen Boyd

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is dedicated to bringing the highest level of service to today’s home buyers and sellers. This tradition continues with the recent addition of luxury Real Estate Advisor Kristen Boyd to the Southeast Valley Office.

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agents strive to deliver real estate experiences beyond expectations to enhance lifestyles for their clients, expanding their reputation as the most respected name in real estate. 

Kristen is truly an amazing human with an ability to communicate and negotiate for her clients that allow desired results. Kristen’s ability to problem solve and her attention to detail combined with an outstanding work ethic make her a wonderful addition to our award-winning Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s Southeast valley team.

Cathy Green, Managing Broker

After graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of California at Davis 19 years ago, Kristen Boyd relocated from California to the beautiful Arizona desert. For the past 16 years, Kristen has lived in Chandler and is the mother of four awesome kids.

Kristen has always been interested in real estate and is now fortunate enough to do it for a living. She chose real estate as a career path because it allows her to use the customer service and people skills she acquired during a 15-year career in the sales and marketing industry. It also offers her an opportunity to serve the community that she loves.

She understands and knows the dynamics of the local real estate market and what it takes to succeed. You’ll have a lot of questions during your real estate transaction. You deserve to know what is happening at all times and what needs to happen to reach the finish line. That’s why Kristen works extra hard to keep her clients informed and to make the process as smooth and transparent as possible.

When Kristen not helping her clients, she enjoys spending time with her four children. She also enjoys cooking, fitness, sports, hiking, reading, and music.

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Russ Lyon SIR – Phoenix Business Journal Insight

75 Years Serving Arizona 

The Lyon family was at the forefront of transforming the Valley into what it is today through development and real estate, dating back to World War II when Russ Lyon moved here, got his real estate license, and started Russ Lyon Realty in 1947.

Russ’ son Dennis took over the real estate practice in 1968 as the company’s president, continuing to dominate the luxury market, primarily in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley, and growing the company to about 350 agents. 

Dennis’ son Jim bought the company from his father in 2008 and merged it with Sotheby’s International Realty in 2014. 

During these 75 years, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty has grown into a 7 billion dollar, full-service luxury real estate brokerage with more than 900 full-time real estate advisors and 13 offices across Arizona from Tubac and Tucson to Scottsdale, Carefree, Gilbert, Peoria, and Fountain Hills to Prescott, Sedona, and Flagstaff. 

With 2022 being a banner year for Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, we took a moment to connect with a few individuals who got to see different aspects of what makes Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty have a trusted legacy over the years. 

Jim Lyon – Third Generation Lyon | Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Chairman

What about Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty are you most proud of? I am most proud of the longevity of the company and all of the success we have had over the last 75 years. We have withstood all the different markets with the same basic philosophy my grandfather established.

What about Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty are you most proud of? What fun, memorable moment have you had at Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty? I have had so many fond memories over the years that it’s hard to narrow them down. But if I had to choose just one, I would have to go with our last managers retreat in Greer, Arizona, where we got all of our leadership team out of their comfort zone and had so much fun fishing, hiking, eating good food, painting, and celebrating what a fantastic group of leaders we have.

How does  Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty stand out from other organizations? We have always held true to our roots and excel in the Arizona real estate market. We have been fortunate enough to be synonymous with fine properties since 1947.

What does Russ Lyon Realty/Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty mean to you? It’s an honor to be the steward of the company my father and grandfather ran and continue what they started.

How has Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty done over the years? We have done very well. We are debt free, have the best leadership in the business, and have stood the test of time through both good and bad markets. 

Can you describe Russ Lyon Realty/Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty in one sentence? We deliver white glove service to our buyers and sellers regardless of the price point.

For those who have never heard of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, what makes Russ Lyon SIR stand out against the rest? Why is it so special? Why/How has it lasted for 75 years? Russ Lyon was one of the original names in Arizona real estate, and adding Sotheby’s name brought us a global reach and provided the best network of any brand out there.

Stephanie Stewart – Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Controller |  Russ LyonFoundation President 

What is the Russ Lyon Foundation? The Russ Lyon Foundation provides a way for our Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty family to get involved and serve in the communities in which we live and work.   We do this through volunteering and direct giving.  

What makes the Russ Lyon Foundation so unique? I love how the foundation supports the local organizations that our agents and employees are passionate about.  We have an advisory council with representatives from each of our offices. The foundation is there to support them in the events that they organize to help organizations in their local communities.

How did you get involved with the Foundation?  I began by participating in some of the volunteer events when the foundation first started in 2014. In 2016 I was asked to be the treasurer, in 2018 I became a member of the Board of Directors and then President in 2022.

How many events have you participated in? I have participated in 2 or 3 events a year since the foundation started in 2014.

What do you enjoy most about the Russ Lyon Foundation? I enjoy volunteering the most. It is a great way to learn more about the people in the community. I also really enjoy getting to know the agents and employees on a more personal level when we volunteer together.

What should those who have never heard of the Russ Lyon Foundation know? The agents and employees of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty have a long tradition of being involved in community service. The Russ Lyon Foundation is here to help support this work throughout Arizona.

What is the Foundation’s goal for 2022? After being restricted from volunteering in 2020 and 2021, our goal was to get back out into the community and begin to serve again.  We have had a great response from our agents and employees.

What is the Foundation’s goal for 2023? Our goal for 2023 is to promote our events more consistently, so we can increase our participation across our great state.

Cionne McCarthy – Russ Lyon Realty & Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty agent | Women’s Council of Realtors Award Winner 2021 

How long have you been a real estate agent? How long have you been with Russ Lyon Realty/ Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty? As of September this year, I celebrated a 41-year career in real estate and 40 of those years with Russ Lyon Realty. 

Why did you get into real estate? After I graduated college, a mentor suggested that real estate would be a career where my work mattered. The word “home” is powerful for me. It conjures beautiful images and emotions in all of us. Matching people with the homes of their dreams has always been a passion for me! 

Do you remember why you joined Russ Lyon Realty? I joined Russ Lyon Realty because it was the iconic luxury brokerage in Arizona – and still is. 

Why have you stayed over the years? Simply put, loyalty and family. The Lyon family has always been good to me. I was hired by Dennis Lyon and had the pleasure of working alongside Jim Lyon when he started in residential real estate. Everyone in the company made it feel like a family. Every meeting, event, and piece of advertising were centered around the culture of the company, which raised the expectation and level of professionalism in the industry – a culture of family and high values. 

What keeps you here? Ultimately, I always fall back on the high standards that Russ Lyon Realty started/provided and the Sotheby’s International Realty name that this company has built upon. Russ Lyon Realty/Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is built on integrity, values, and culture. The marketing and global reach are a bonus; it is the people and the other agents in this company that has brought this company to such a caliber.  

For those who have never heard of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, what is something they should know? I can’t imagine anyone not hearing about Russ Lyon. There is no other brokerage house in Arizona that has the history, depth of experience, or commitment to the highest level of service. 

Can you describe Russ Lyon Realty/Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty in one sentence? A trusted legacy.

What changes have you seen over the years? Lots. Lots of changes – in the industry and within the company. As the business of Real Estate has grown, it has become an intricate industry where the level of professionalism that real estate agents must have has increased. As this career keeps evolving, agents and companies must evolve to keep up with and exceed the changes happening.

Russ Lyon has always been at the forefront of it all by elevating its business and needs to fit the market around it. This includes but is not limited to exceptional support and continued education to execute changes. 

When I started in the business, the contract was one page. The listing agreement was one page. A lot has changed since then, and Russ Lyon has always adapted. Through all of the years, changes, a growing city, and industry/professional growth, it became imperative that to serve our clients correctly we had to stay on top of the market standards, industry trends, and our service. Russ Lyon and now Sotheby’s have always worked from the base of “our clients are what we are working for,” and we are committed to setting the industry standard and exceeding expectations to provide the highest quality of service. 

Of course, in addition to creating the highest level of professionalism originating in 1947, Russ Lyon, with all of its’ connections, values, and commitment to luxury service, regardless of price point, then adding the Sotheby’s International Realty name has solidly placed us at the top in both national and international markets. This was an absolute win for our clientele. This excellent company partnership brings professional standards and a marketing package that reaches the world for our clients with accurate White Glove Service. 

Anything else you would like to add? Yes, if I may, I just want to say something about Deems Dickinson. Deems has been a part of the Russ Lyon family since before I was an agent. He was wonderful as an agent and is an excellent Designated Broker. Deems is the type of person that is calm, collected, committed, honorable, genuine, approachable, wise, and knowledgeable. He is a true example of what Russ Lyon Realty and Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is about. He provides exceptional leadership, not only to our clients but to all of the agents. He is a fantastic human being in every sense of the word.