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Sotheby’s International Realty Brand Tops Individual Sales Volume Category in REAL Trends/The Wall Street Journal Report for Second Year in a Row

Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand was the No. 1 real estate brand represented in two of the six categories that comprise the 2017 REAL Trends/The Wall Street Journal “The Thousand” for the second year in a row. The annual report ranks America’s top 1,000 residential real estate agents and teams based on 2016 annual sales volume and transaction sides, and the top 50 agents and top 50 teams on average sales price—making it a ranking of the top 1,100 nationwide.

The Sotheby’s International Realty brand claimed 46 of the top 250 sales associates in the REAL Trends Individual Sales Volume category, more than any other real estate brand. The brand also had the highest combined individual sales volume from sales associates in the same category. In addition, the Sotheby’s International Realty brand had the most individuals represented in the Individual Average Sales Price category.

“Having a leading number of sales associates represented in two categories of the REAL Trends/The Wall Street Journal rankings is a testament to the strength of the Sotheby’s International Realty brand,” said Philip White, president and chief executive officer of Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “In 2016, the average sales price accomplished by Sotheby’s International Realty was among the highest of any national real estate brand as evidenced by its achievement of $95 billion in global sales volume. This accomplishment is made possible by having top sales professionals affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty and I am so proud of the companies and sales associates represented on this list and their contribution to the power of this brand.”

Click here to see the Sotheby’s International Realty brand affiliated sales associated represented on “The Thousand.”

The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has more than 20,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in approximately 880 offices in 69 countries and territories worldwide. In 2016, the brand achieved a record global sales volume of $95 billion USD. Sotheby’s International Realty listings are marketed on the sothebysrealty.com global website. In addition to the referral opportunities and widened exposure generated from this source, the firm’s brokers and clients will benefit from an association with the Sotheby’s auction house and worldwide Sotheby’s International Realty marketing programs.  Each office is independently owned and operated.

The complete Thousand Top Real Estate Professionals list can be found on REAL Trends’ website, www.realtrends.com.

June 23, 2017 by
Business, Real Estate

Sotheby’s International Realty Brand Expands Presence in Upstate New York

– Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that Timm Associates, Inc. in Old Forge and Blue Mountain Lake, New York is the newest member of its network and will now do business as Timm Associates Sotheby’s International Realty.

The firm was founded in 1989 and is owned and operated by Dawn Timm. Timm Associates Sotheby’s International Realty will serve the luxury residential real estate market in the Central and Western Adirondacks region of New York.

“The Adirondack Mountains are a year-round retreat and an attractive market for those seeking a home that caters to an active lifestyle,” said Philip White, president and chief executive officer of Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “We are proud to welcome Timm Associates Sotheby’s International Realty to our global network.”

“The communities we serve offer an abundance of recreational activities and we enjoy sharing our love of the Adirondacks with our clients,” said Timm. “We like to say we are selling a fun-filled lifestyle, but we also believe every client deserves the same exceptional service throughout the buying and selling process, no matter the size of the transaction. Affiliating with the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand allows us the opportunity to provide our clients with an extraordinary global marketing platform. We are thrilled to be Timm Associates Sotheby’s International Realty.”

Timm Associates Sotheby’s International Realty has offices in Old Forge and in Blue Mountain Lake. With this addition, the Sotheby’s International Realty network has 62 branded offices throughout the state of New York.

The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has more than 20,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in approximately 880 offices in 69 countries and territories worldwide. In 2016, the brand achieved a record global sales volume of $95 billion USD. Timm Associates Sotheby’s International Realty listings will be marketed on the sothebysrealty.com global website. In addition to the referral opportunities and widened exposure generated from this source, the firm’s brokers and clients will benefit from an association with the Sotheby’s auction house and worldwide Sotheby’s International Realty marketing programs.  Each office is independently owned and operated.

June 21, 2017 by
Business, Entertainment, Real Estate, Residential, Residential Architecture, Residential Real Estate, Russ Lyon

The Property Man: Lost Canyon Home Sneak Peek

Bob Massi, The Property Man, and Dave Pattison of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Pinnacle Peak office takes us inside and around a property that just soaks up the essence of its surroundings in Scottsdale, AZ.

Tune in this Friday June 23, 2017 8:30 PM EST on the Fox Business Network

Here’s your sneak peek!

June 19, 2017 by
Business, Entertainment, Real Estate, Residential, Residential Architecture, Residential Real Estate, Russ Lyon

The Property Man: Paradise Valley Home Sneak Peak

Bob Massi, The Property Man, and Lisa Wadey of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty DC Ranch office takes us inside this beautiful Mediterranean estate hidden away in Paradise Valley, Arizona.

Tune in this Friday June 16, 2017 8:30 PM EST on the Fox Business Network

Here’s your sneak peek!

June 12, 2017 by
Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Significant Sale ~ $2,000,000

Luxury real estate experts Barbara Miller, Preston Westmoreland and Elaine Leisenring of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Carefree and Camelback Tower offices provided exclusive representation for a National Award-Winning Home in Cave Creek for $2,000,000.

Recognized by the National Association of Homebuilders for Best Semi-Custom in its class and featured in Phoenix Home and Garden Magazine, the 4 –bedroom, 5-bath offers total privacy and solitude surrounded by acres of open space and is minutes from shopping, dining, and entertainment in Cave Creek. A perfect home for multi-generational living it borders Nature Preserve Land and is located near the Cave Creek Regional Park. A natural home with Earthen materials, infused in a classic design.

The home also offers space for vehicle storage, Pickleball/Tennis Court, Guest House or Equestrian Facility. Walk, bike, or ride the many trails from the privacy of your own land. Panoramic views welcome you to this Zen-like backyard entertainment area anchored by a 70′ heated lap pool with swim-up bar plus heated spa.

June 7, 2017 by
Architecture, Business, Real Estate, Residential Architecture, Residential Real Estate, Russ Lyon

Significant Sale ~ The Salke Home Sells for $4,350,000

Luxury real estate experts Jay Pennypacker, Debbie Negrin, Will Foote and Tracy Fitzgerald closed on this Scottsdale estate for $4,350,000.

The 4-bedroom, 5-bathroom home, located in Estancia was home to Joan and Michael Salke, who made Art and Antiques top 100 collectors list. The 7,300-square-foot home designed by Scottsdale based architecture firm, Drewett Works, includes a massive, dual segment butterfly roof incorporating two 75-foot wings. It floats above an elevated, golf course lot in Estancia with panoramic golf, Pinnacle Peak and sunset views. It features an abundance of specialty glass and large, long walls perfect for an extensive art collection. An open, great room and kitchen concept is perfect for entertaining while the split floor plan works well for family and guests.

“It takes merely a second on site to realize that this artfully designed home is an architectural masterpiece,” said Pennypacker. “It truly exemplifies the ideals of beauty and luxury.”

June 2, 2017 by
Architecture, Business, Real Estate, Residential, Residential Architecture, Residential Real Estate, Russ Lyon

Significant Sale ~ $6,900,000 by Lisa Westcott-Wadey

Luxury real estate expert Lisa Westcott-Wadey of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty DC Ranch office has sold a $6,900,000 home in the exclusive Upper Canyon of Silverleaf.

This spectacular Calvis Wyatt estate offers breathtaking views of the city, sunsets and surrounding mountains. The 11,000 SF home boasts uncompromised attention to detail and features 6 bedrooms, 8 baths, private detached Casita, gourmet custom kitchen with catering entrance, large laundry/craft room, lush landscaping, game room, pool, spa and outdoor kitchen, multiple fireplaces and water features, theatre, elaborate wine cellar with custom corked flooring, wood paneled office, and elevator for easy access. Front courtyard offers water feature, fireplace, and mountain & sunrise views. The Casita offers its own private courtyard, suite, and spectacular views. An enormous amount of thought and detail went into the planning of this home.

June 1, 2017 by
Architecture, Business, Real Estate, Russ Lyon

Significant Sale ~ $2,400,000 by David Newman

Luxury real estate David Newman sells Southwest style Spanish Hacienda home in Paradise Valley for $2,400,000.

The 4-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom home is nestled on 2+ acres in the native landscape. This stylish home was a collaboration between the owner and architect Daniel Eastburn with entertaining and outdoor living in mind. The exterior of this home features classic earth-toned, extra-thick stucco walls with softly rounded corners, flat roof with canales draining rain water through the parapet walls, and flagstone patios covered with wood beamed ceiling supported by wooden columns. The orientation offers passive solar warmth as abundant southern windows capture the low winter sun for natural heating. Both outside and inside, the simplicity of warm natural materials create an earthy, informal setting for gathering.

Additional features include a large office, workout room, sport court, pool and hot tub and the living area sports a grand wood burning fireplace with generous use of wood in the raised beamed tongue and groove ceilings that contrasts pleasantly with the smooth tile floors and earth-toned walls.

May 27, 2017 by
Architecture, Business, Real Estate, Residential Architecture, Residential Real Estate, Russ Lyon

Significant Sale ~ $2,400,000 by Frank Aazami

Luxury real estate expert Frank Aazami of the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Camelback Tower office represented the buyer for $2,400,000 Scottsdale estate, Shiloh.

Aptly named for its peace and tranquility, Shiloh is a 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom estate on nearly 8 acres designed by world-renowned Bill Tull, boasting warm interiors with Arizona-authentic finishes, including hand-plastered walls, latilla and wood beamed ceilings, flagstone floors, walls of windows, and 10 hand-crafted fireplaces. The separate guest home is built with the same distinct palette and finishes as the main home. Enjoy the desert scenery from the private walking paths, covered veranda, secret garden full of fruit trees, or from the large pool complete with an outdoor kitchen, covered ramada, and cozy bancos.

May 27, 2017 by
Architecture, Business, Real Estate

Significant Sale ~ $2,110,000 by Frank Aazami, Jan Lilley and Dawn Dickinson

Luxury real estate experts Frank Aazami, Jan Lilley and Dawn Dickinson sell award-winning estate in Carefree for $2,110,000.

This 3-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home features magnificent artwork throughout and provides seamless indoor-outdoor living. Built for entertaining, the home also features a spacious open living area adjacent to a chef’s kitchen, an extended wet bar, an outdoor lap pool, theater room, study, and an outdoor patio featuring the best mountain and city views Arizona has to offer. A detached guest house has its own garage, a kitchen area and living room. The outdoor living spaces are abundant and each guest bedroom has a private patio. For swimming, you have a 60′ lap pool with a motorized retractable cover. The mature landscaping is second to none and designed by Master of the Southwest Landscape Architect, Donna Winters with Enchanted Gardens.

May 27, 2017 by