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Sotheby’s International Realty Expands Presence in Alabama

Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that Amanda Howard Real Estate™ in Huntsville, Alabama is the newest member of its global network and
will now operate as Amanda Howard Sotheby’s International Realty.

Owned and operated by Amanda Howard, the firm was established in 2009 and serves the residential real estate markets in North Alabama, including Greater Huntsville/Madison County and Lake Guntersville.

“Huntsville has been the fastest-growing metro area in Alabama in recent years,” said Philip White, president and chief executive office Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “With a growing and diverse downtown and a more relaxed way of life outside the city, there is truly a lifestyle for everyone. We are pleased to welcome Amanda Howard and her team to the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand.”

“As a boutique firm, our commitment to serving the needs of our clients and caring for our community is what motivates us to work our hardest every day,” said Howard. “The Sotheby’s International Realty brand complements the lifestyle of the residents in the communities we serve and the greatest value from this affiliation is the global reach we will be able to provide our clients and their properties.”

The brokerage is also deeply invested in giving back to its community through the support of more than a dozen local charities and initiatives.

Amanda Howard Sotheby’s International Realty is the second Sotheby’s International Realty affiliate in Alabama; also operating in the state is Kaiser Sotheby’s International Realty on Alabama’s Gulf Coast.

June 28, 2018 by
Business, Real Estate

Sotheby’s International Realty Brand Expands Presence in Mexico

Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced its expanding presence in Mexico with the formation of Mexico Sotheby’s International Realty.

Mexico Sotheby’s International Realty is located in the country’s capital of Mexico City and will serve the luxury residential real estate markets in the greater metropolis as well as the surrounding areas including the Metropolitan area of Puebla; Valle de Bravo and Malinalco in Estado de Mexico; and Cuernavaca and Tepoztlán in Morelos. The firm is owned and operated by Carlos Gonzalez.

“The luxury residential real estate market in Mexico City is experiencing tremendous growth,” said Philip White, president and chief executive officer of Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “The area has attracted many new developments, mainly luxury high-rise projects with top-of-the-line amenities, and has also seen an increase in overall inventory. We are proud to welcome Mexico Sotheby’s International Realty to our global network.”

“There are so many extraordinary communities and exciting areas in the Greater Mexico City area; it is our goal to be the ultimate guide for our clients, leading them to the Mexico City home of their dreams,” said Gonzalez. “Affiliating with the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand allows us to connect to the brand’s prestigious real estate companies around the world and reach an international clientele.”

With this addition, the Sotheby’s International Realty network now has nine independently owned and operated offices throughout Mexico; also operating in the country are Agave Sotheby’s International Realty, Guadalajara Sotheby’s International Realty, Los Cabos Sotheby’s International Realty, Monterrey Sotheby’s International Realty, Queretaro Sotheby’s International Realty, and Riviera Maya Sotheby’s International Realty.

May 9, 2018 by
Architecture, Real Estate

Notable Listing: Luxurious Equestrian Farms Owned by Famous Horsemen

Lavish Horse Ranches Presented by the Leader in Luxury Real Estate

 Luxury real estate agent Denise Dunning-Rickettes of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Pinnacle Peak office presents two of Arizona’s finest horse properties perfectly designed for horses and horse enthusiasts alike.

First up is the magnificent ranch owned by Seven Time World Champion Roper, Jake Barnes and his wife. Located at 28812 N 141 St. in Scottsdale, and situated on five acres, this unique horse property is listed at $1,170,000.

This beautiful estate is centered around a 3,646-square-foot home and a 700-square-foot apartment over the attached garage. The home consists of five beds and six baths with impeccable upgrades throughout. The open kitchen of this craftsman’s style home features Wolf and Sub Zero appliances, custom cabinets, a butcher block island, maple wood floors and limestone counter tops.

The equestrian part of the property includes a 130 x 300 arena with roping chute, an eight stall mare motel with 12 x 20 stalls, and two one acre pastures.

“When I’m on the road going to rodeos most of the year, there couldn’t be a more beautiful and peaceful place to come home to,” said Barnes. “We were extremely blessed to raise our kids here. This place is a little slice of heaven…a ropers dream.”

The next horse property is the 30-acre ranch personally designed by the 46-time World/Reserve World Champion and 2017 Western Horseman of the Year, Al Dunning. This estate is located at 27411 N 160th St. in Scottsdale and is listed at $5 million.

Almosta Ranch, established at this location in 1998, overlooks the Rio Verde Valley, the Mazatzal mountain range, and the majestic Four Peaks. The property consists of a 4,333-square-foot residence, and is further enhanced by one of the two best producing wells in the Rio Verde Foothills.

The ranch parcel of 9.71 acres is centered by the main show barn that includes tack rooms, saddling areas, and the ranch offices. A stud barn and a mare motel can be found on either side of the main barn, for a total of 39 stalls. To the east of the hay barn are four Priefert stalls, and two shaded pipe stalls, bringing the total number of stalls on the ranch to 45.

“Having a ranch that makes people and horses happy is what I always dreamed of,” said Dunning. “The Almosta Ranch combines atmosphere, accommodations, and the layout to be able to accomplish any needs of the horse and rider.”

April 6, 2018 by
Real Estate

Sotheby’s International Realty Brand Enters Sri Lanka

Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced it has signed a 25-year franchise agreement with Realpro Realty Solutions Private Limited to further expand the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand in South Asia with the formation of Sri Lanka Sotheby’s International Realty.

Sri Lanka Sotheby’s International Realty will be led by CEO Amit Goyal and President Ashwin Chadha, who also stand at the helm of India Sotheby’s International Realty. The firm will serve the luxury residential real estate market throughout Sri Lanka with a flagship office in Columbo that is set to open in June of this year. Charles Phillpot, a seasoned real estate professional from the United Kingdom, will serve as the office’s resident director.

“Sri Lanka is an attractive global market for the Sotheby’s International Realty brand,” said Philip White, president and chief executive officer of Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “Over the past three years, Amit Goyal and Ashwin Chadha have demonstrated strong leadership in India and are a prime example of how to successfully leverage the brand’s global network. We are proud to support this expansion into Sri Lanka.”

“The luxury real estate sector in Sri Lanka has a promising future,” said Goyal. “Sri Lanka’s luxury real estate market is expanding rapidly with condominium developments in Colombo, branded resorts and villas along the magnificent coastline, and private estates in the famous tea country, creating a strong luxury footprint in the region.”

“We strive to provide the very best service to our clients,” said Chadha. “This is underlined by the significant attention and services we provide to our clients both locally and regionally. The Sotheby’s International Realty brand’s reputation positions us well in India and now in Sri Lanka.”

April 6, 2018 by
Real Estate

Sotheby’s International Realty Brand Expands Presence in Middle Tennessee

Sotheby’s International Realty Brand Expands Presence in Middle Tennessee

Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that Zeitlin & Co., Realtors in Tennessee is the newest member of its global network and will now operate as Zeitlin Sotheby’s International Realty.

Established in 1979, Zeitlin Sotheby’s International Realty is owned by Shirley Zeitlin, founder and chairman, Patricia Carter, president, Jessica Averbuch, CEO, and Sam Averbuch, COO. The firm serves the luxury residential real estate markets covering the greater Middle Tennessee region including Davidson County, home to the key city of Nashville, and all of Williamson County.

“Nashville and the greater Middle Tennessee area has transformed to a global epicenter with its own unique culture that has attracted an international audience,” said Philip White, president and chief executive officer of Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “The Zeitlin company is a luxury leader in the Middle Tennessee community having served there for nearly 40 years and we are proud to welcome Zeitlin Sotheby’s International Realty to our global network.”

“Partnering with the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand is an outstanding opportunity that allows our local company to join forces with a global entity,” said J. Averbuch. “This affiliation will provide new and innovative avenues for us to better serve our clients across the board. As Zeitlin Sotheby’s International Realty, our clients will have access to a myriad of resources, which will enhance our ability to serve them in a holistic manner.”

In addition to being a full-service residential real estate brokerage, the firm of 130 agents is also deeply committed to giving back through its charitable fund, which partners with three local non-profits: Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, Bridges Domestic Violence Center, and Our Kids Center.

Zeitlin Sotheby’s International Realty is located at 4301 Hillsboro Pike, Suite 100 in Nashville and 580 Franklin Road, Suite 300 in Franklin. Alliance Sotheby’s International Realty also operates in the state of Tennessee, serving the greater Knoxville area.

April 4, 2018 by
Architecture, Real Estate, Residential

Significant Sales ~ February 2018

From a record breaking Scottsdale estate to a Southwestern retreat in Tucson, this issue of Significant Sales features extraordinary homes throughout the great state of Arizona.

Our top February sale by Frank Aazami of the Russ Lyon Camelback Tower office is the priciest residential sale through the Arizona Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS). The home was Designed with a rich palette of the finest finishes and unparalleled craftsmanship with the intention to impress, the home offers 6 bedrooms, 3 bonus rooms, 14 baths and 8 garages.

“This was an extraordinary sale not only for Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty but also for Arizona’s residential real estate market,” said Chairman Jim Lyon.  “This really speaks to the growth we are seeing right now, particularly in the luxury real estate sector.  Homes that have traditionally been on the market for some time in these top tier price points are now beginning to sell and at fantastic prices.”

For additional sales of note, see below.

 
April 3, 2018 by
Architecture, Real Estate

Sotheby’s International Realty Brand Expands Presence in Massachusetts

Sotheby’s International Realty Brand Expands Presence in Massachusetts

Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that its independently owned and operated affiliate Harborside Sotheby’s International Realty in Massachusetts has merged with Sagan Realtors and will now operate as Sagan Harborside Sotheby’s International Realty.

The merger expands the firm’s presence across Essex County, serving the luxury residential real estate markets in Swampscott and Marblehead. Sagan Harborside Sotheby’s International Realty has approximately 80 independent sales associates.

“The formation of Sagan Harborside Sotheby’s International Realty brings together two strong real estate firms powered by our global network,” said Philip White, president and chief executive officer of Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “Phyllis Sagan and her team have a rich heritage in Swampscott and this merger expands the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand’s footprint in the North Shore, securing Sagan Harborside Sotheby’s International Realty’s position as one of the area’s top firms. We are proud to welcome the Sagan team to our global network.”

Phyllis Sagan, former broker/owner of Sagan Realtors, will become President of Sagan Harborside Sotheby’s International Realty. Shari Sagan McGuirk and Julie Sagan, formerly of Sagan Realtors, will become Partners at the firm along with Michael Cannuscio, Matt Dolan, and Dick McKinley, former broker/owners of Harborside Sotheby’s International Realty.

“We are a local independent office with deep roots in our community,” said P. Sagan. “The Sotheby’s International Realty brand has a reputation of excellence and this merger grants us greater access to the global real estate market, reaching far and wide to find the most qualified buyers. In addition, the size and scope of the Sotheby’s International Realty brand enables independent sales agents to have the most current, ground-breaking, and effective tools to help our clients reach their real estate goals.”

With this addition, the Sotheby’s International Realty network now has 45 branded offices throughout the state of Massachusetts.

March 29, 2018 by
Architecture, Augmented Reality, Real Estate, Technology

Sotheby’s International Realty Launches Virtual Staging Augmented Reality App: One of the First Experiences Built with Google’s ARCore

Curate by Sotheby’s International Realty, powered by roOomy, Revolutionizes the Homebuying and Selling Experience for Sales Associates and Consumers

MADISON, N.J.  – Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced the launch of Curate by Sotheby’s International Realty(sm), a mobile augmented reality (AR) app that will bring a home’s virtual staging images from 2-D perception into augmented reality; the app was built with ARCore, Google’s AR Software platform, and is powered by roOomy, the leading virtual staging technology platform specializing in 3D/AR/VR content creation and application development. Curate by Sotheby’s International Realty allows consumers to visualize a house as their own before purchase, thereby curating the homebuying experience. Working closely with Google in the run up to ARCore’s release, the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand is the first real estate brand to launch and implement a virtual staging AR app, transforming the homebuying and selling experience for sales associates and consumers.

Curate by Sotheby’s International Realty is taking virtually staged images from a flat, 2-D screen into the house itself through the power of AR. The app also features a curated selection of AR interior designs, ranging from modern living rooms to traditional dining rooms that provides the consumer with the opportunity to immediately swap among these styles, something physical staging could never accomplish.

For video and images of the app in use, as well as quotes, click here. If you have one of Google’s ARCoreenabled mobile devices, download the app here.

Curate by Sotheby’s International Realty app features:

  • Visualization – Any property can be transformed through a curated selection of AR furnishings and décor sets. Listing-specific staging options will be available in the near future.
  • Recollection – The app has screenshot capabilities, allowing viewers to capture and store the images of AR furniture sets placed within the visit.
  • Shop – Virtual home furnishings can be clicked for more information about the product, including a link to exit the app and be directed to a retailer’s website. All furniture is shown to-scale and provides accurate room dimensions; ensuring furniture viewed in the app will be a fit, making purchasing and moving into a new home easier on new home buyers.

Curate by Sotheby’s International Realty app benefits: Research has shown that an AR experience allows consumers to form more accurate expectations, therefore increasing confidence in purchasing decisions and shortening the sales cycle.1

  • For prospective homebuyers – Viewing a potential house in AR breaks down visualization barriers that often accompany the homebuying process, allowing prospective homebuyers the unique ability to envision the house in their personal taste and style. Curate by Sotheby’s International Realty offers 1 Harvard Business Review, A Manager’s Guide to Augmented Reality, November-December 2017 issue the opportunity for buyers to ultimately see a house as their own home, increasing confidence in any purchasing decisions.
  • For home sellers / Sotheby’s International Realty clients – Selling a home with a Sotheby’s International Realty sales associate means tapping into the power of AR to sell the home by helping prospective buyers overcome the visualization barriers of touring an empty home or one decorated in style that differs from their taste.
  • For the Sotheby’s International Realty sales associate – The benefits for the sales associate are similar to those of the homebuyer and seller; Curate by Sotheby’s International Realty empowers the sales associate to present a home in an objective and neutral manner. The app also alleviates the need for sales associates to physically stage homes, allowing them to save money on the costs of either renting or buying and storing furniture.

Curate by Sotheby’s International Realty is available now for download in the Google Play Store. The app was built with Google’s ARCore, which can run on 100 million Android devices worldwide. The Sotheby’s International Realty brand will launch Curate by Sotheby’s International Realty for iOS this spring through a continued partnership with roOomy.

1 Harvard Business Review, A Manager’s Guide to Augmented Reality, November-December 2017 issue

March 20, 2018 by