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Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Berenis Reyes

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, Berenis Reyes, to the Camelback Tower 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. 

Berenis was raised in Goodyear before attending Arizona State University. She holds two Bachelor’s degrees in Marketing and Supply Chain Management, with a minor in Sustainability. While real estate and interior design were always of considerable interest to her, she headed into the corporate world for a few years, working in digital advertising and operations. When the workforce went remote, Berenis finally had the chance to dive back into her passions. She took a chance and bought and fixed up her first property. What was supposed to be a quick paint job turned into a complete remodel, transforming the house into a dream home! At that point, it was a no-brainer to become a licensed real estate agent to help others do the same: turn houses into homes by realizing a property’s full potential. 

Berenis is now a full-time agent helping buyers, sellers, and investors achieve their real estate goals in Arizona. She loves working with people and will be there for her clients day and night. In her free time, you can find her walking her dog in nearby parks, hiking Camelback, in a yoga class, or exploring the many restaurants and shops the Phoenix Valley offers (let her know if you need any suggestions!). She is proud to call Arizona her lifelong home and excited to see it proliferate. Berenis would love to help you realize the beauty of living in the desert!

Meeting Berenis was like a breath of fresh air. Her desire to learn and to do well is admirable. We look forward to partnering with her and helping her achieve her career goals!

Sherri Monteith Managing Broker

July 7, 2022 by
New Hire, Real Estate

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Karine Icher

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, Karine Icher to the Pinnacle Peak 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. 

I’m excited to start my career in real estate with RLSIR. Coming from the golf world as an LPGA player for 15y, I’m looking to use all the skills and dedication I learned in sport to help my clients. And if I can add 1 or 2 tips on the golf course, let’s mix  in the fun

Karine Icher

Born and raised in France, as a kid, Karine Icherrapidly fell in love with Golf and was fortunate to turn pro at the age of 21 and make a living. She spent her time studying and playing Golf at the highest amateur level as a teenager. 

After winning the world team championship in Germany, Karine was ready to explore the world and join the Ladies European Tour. She played in Europe for four years, won 6 titles, and dreamed about the LPGA. She then got her full card in 2005 and played on the LPGA for 15 years. Karine was selected on the European Solheim Cup team 4 times, played in the Olympics in Rio in 2016, and was the French leader for many years. After competing in 354 tournaments on the LPGA, it was time for Karine to close that book and open a new one.

Karine now looks to use all the skills she learned in sport in real estate. Helping people achieve their dreams and goals is what drove her throughout the years

We are excited to welcome Karine Icher to our Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty sales team at the Pinnacle Peak Office. I know she will be a great asset to our office and will do a great job representing her clients. 

Managing Broker, Kevin Gonzales.
June 25, 2022 by
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Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Teresa Petasek

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, Teresa Petasek, to the Prescott 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. 

I’m so proud to be a part of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty where the very name is synonymous with excellence. I’m excited and grateful for the future of my clients as I bring them the benchmark standard of service that this wonderful company is known for.

Teresa Petasek

Teresa believes that amazing customer service and attention to detail are what sets a business apart from the rest. At Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, white-glove service is a standard of excellence along with unrivaled marketing and cutting-edge technology.  Teresa is dedicated to bringing this excellence in service to you as your REALTOR®.

Teresa moved to Northern Arizona from Wisconsin with her husband Mark of 36 years, in 2014.  They are proud parents to Matthew (and Becky) and April, and grandparents to two beautiful granddaughters.  When not working, you’ll find them enjoying their Prescott Valley home and their amazing quad-cities community with their two rescue dogs, Beanie and Chance.   

Teresa brings a very studious approach to her business while still being very warm and friendly.  We are thrilled to have her represent this great company and brand.

Manager Tod Christensen
June 23, 2022 by
Business, Real Estate

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Tina Hannaford

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, Tina Hannaford, to the Camelback Tower 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. 

Tina Hannaford came to Phoenix, AZ with a vision and her creative streak. With a background in Executive Recruitment, Marketing Maven, and Photographer, she has an uncanny ability to help her clients see the potential in a property and create a vision for their home and lifestyle.

Tina is a member of several professional organizations including Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORS® and National Association of REALTORS® and Institute For Luxury Home Marketing. Tina takes ownership and pride in her craft. 

Making a connection with Tina was extremely easy, her warm and outgoing personality just draws people in. She gains the trust of her real estate clients immediately and keeps it throughout the entire process, she’s a true professional.

Managing Broker, Sherri Monteith. 

May 27, 2022 by
Business, Entertainment, Real Estate

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes John Stavros

 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, John Stavros, to the Camelback Tower 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. 

John Stavros is a first-generation Greek-American, fluent in Greek and English. As the son of Greek immigrants, he learned early on in his life that hard work and sacrifice is the key to accomplishment. As a result, he earned his bachelor’s degree in business with a concentration in real estate, finance, and law – an achievement that would jumpstart his drive to be successful in his future endeavors. 

John started and grew a thriving office coffee and vending business, which a multibillion-dollar company acquired in 2018. He also successfully managed numerous real estate property acquisitions, where he oversaw full-scale renovations and sales. His experience with renovations and investment properties sparked a deep interest in helping people buy homes. He joined Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty as a  REALTOR® to pursue that aspiration and use his extensive experience serving customers to help clients find the perfect home or next investment. 

For John, the thought of being able to assist a homeowner with a purchase that may only happen a few times in their lifetime is an honor and privilege. He shows his clients that first and foremost, he will protect their interests as his own. 

Boating, hiking, and exploring all the valley’s amazing places are just a few of John’s interests. In addition, he loves spending time with his family, who recently adopted a husky puppy that is training to be a service dog for his son. They also are becoming active in the equestrian community for his daughter, who loves riding horses. 

John’s business sense is evident from the first conversation. His business savviness will carry from one business venture to the next, we are proud to have him associated with our brand.

Sherri Monteith, Sales MANAGER
May 22, 2022 by
Business, Entertainment, Real Estate

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Adrienne Zobec

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, Adrienne Zobec to the Pinnacle Peak 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.

Originally from Texas, Adrienne moved to Scottsdale more than two decades ago to pursue her passion for interior design, immediately establishing herself in the ultra-competitive industry. After working with such illustrious names as Bess Jones Interiors and Est Est Inc., Adrienne co-founded a custom home construction and interior design company specializing in high-end residential remodeling. Zobec Construction LLC proved a wild success and a testament to Adrienne’s professional emphasis on customer relationships, thriving for over twenty years on referrals alone.

Prioritizing client satisfaction comes easily to Adrienne – her well-honed skillset consists of a deep understanding of quality construction, a keen eye for design, strong attention to detail, and an intimate understanding of the Valley’s incredible high-end real estate.

As a North Scottsdale resident working in the luxury housing market, Adrienne’s love of architecture, design, and building prompted her into real estate as a career. When Adrienne is not working she enjoys traveling with her family. Adrienne is a busy mom, raising her son and daughter who are both very active in sports. With a love for fitness and the outdoors, the entire family loves camping and hiking in northern Arizona.

It’s been a pleasure getting to know Adrienne and learning about her goals and aspirations. She’s a sharp mind individual with attention to detail and is a wonderful representation of our brand.

Managing Broker, Kevin Gonzales.
May 1, 2022 by
Business, Entertainment, Real Estate

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Robin Sue Kaiserman

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, Robin Sue Kaiserman, to the Tucson 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.

I always look towards the future and believe Tucson’s real estate future is the Sotheby’s International Realty brand.

I decided to come to the Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s Tucson office because of the prestigious reputation of the Sotheby’s International Realty brand. With a prominent national and international presence, the Sotheby’s International Realty global network is full of the finest and most successful real estate advisors in the business.

Robin Sue Kaiserman

Robin Sue Kaiserman is an experienced Tucson real estate agent, she has homes for sale throughout the Tucson area and specializes in the Foothills, Oro Valley, and the Central University of Arizona area. She can help you find the Tucson, Arizona real estate MLS listings to meet your needs.

Robin Sue has lived in Tucson since 1976 and prides herself on providing excellent, dedicated service. Robin has continuously sold several thousand homes over the past 30 years and is known as Tucson’s real estate legend who during that time has been Tucson’s #1 Real Estate agent for the past 12 years.

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty’s Tucson Office is thrilled to welcome Robin Sue Kaiserman, a perennial elite top producer to our team. Robin is an icon with over three decades of unparalleled production, knowledge, marketing skills, and professionalism.

Will Rose, Managing Broker
April 18, 2022 by
Business, Entertainment, Real Estate

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Brenda Holowell

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, Brenda Hollowell, to the Sedona 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. 

An Arizona native, Brenda has lived in the beautiful Sedona/Verde Valley area for more than 30 years. She feels lucky to have raised her family in a close-knit community. She brings strong communication skills, persistence, and professionalism to the real estate industry.

Brenda brings a lifelong family history into the Verde Valley with her as well as deep connections in the Real Estate Industry.  We are very fortunate to have had her select us as the company she chooses to work for.

Managing broker, Todd Christensen
April 17, 2022 by
Real Estate, Residential Real Estate

Rackensack Mine

Off-Grid Famous Gold Mine Property For Sale Just North of Scottsdale: Rackensack Mine

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is well known for connecting buyers to sellers for many of Arizona’s most gorgeous, custom properties with all of the trappings of comfort. But every once in a while a property comes around that has those trappings yet manages to be so incredibly unique at the same time.

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty Announces an Off-Grid Famous Gold Mine Property For Sale Just North of Scottsdale.

For starters, at 400 feet from the Scottsdale city limits, it has one of the closest helipads to Scottsdale. No need to fight rush hour traffic with this property.  You can simply helicopter back and forth without opening your car door. Watch this video and see for yourself.

That’s just the start, living near this gold mine property.  The Rackensack Mine property is, true to its name, situated on land that has a gold mine that thousands of people have paid money to tour. Take the speed tour of the mine yourself here.

 Those are just the more idiosyncratic features of this amazing property, however; in essence, it is the ultimate safe haven secluded refuge. Constructed on a cliff, the property is surrounded by the Tonto National Forest, 360-degree panoramic views, and 14 potential sites for additional buildings. At 62 acres, to call it expansive would be an understatement. The property currently includes two structures; a two-room guest house and a fitness studio with a patio and bubbling hot spa, and plenty of room to still build your dream house. 

 Finally, if you’ve ever found yourself lamenting the heat during the summer, this is the property for you. Situated at 4,500 feet, you will almost certainly find it to be wonderfully temperate in the summer and might even find some snow in the winter.

Listing Agent Preston Westmoreland has represented numerous Arizona gold mines throughout his 30-year-real-estate-career but this one, he says makes you feel like you are on top of the world. 

I love to explore the desert and have been in over 100 mines over the years and this is one of the most fun mine trips I’ve ever taken, especially with the level tunnels, very exciting. It’s amazing to me, looking from the top of the mountain, how much you can do in a remote off-grid location and talk about a safe haven, even though you’re looking right at the northern boundary of Scottsdale, you’re surrounded by the national forest with gated access.

Preston Westmoreland, listing agent for Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty.



Between a corporate retreat, a wilderness B&B, a center for eco-tourism, or just your own dream home, the options for this land are endless. You can check out the full listing of this truly unique property here. 

It is yet another example of how Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty manages to continually showcase incredible bespoke properties.

April 9, 2022 by
Business, Entertainment, Real Estate

Russ Lyon SIR Welcomes Matthew Oparowski

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, Matthew Oparowski to the Carefree 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. 

Matthew, a  Midwest/Chicago transplant, has lived in North Scottsdale for over a decade. With a background in new construction with a passion for luxury and from that experience, his desire is to be your resource person for the various luxury communities – what differentiates them.

Matthew can speak to the statistics, as well as the lifestyle trade-offs. Affiliating with the leader in luxury has its perks, including the most powerful marketing on earth. He prides himself on good communication skills and paying attention to detail. 

Learning what clients are looking for and understanding why is a key component to the experience. It’s fun to educate buyers on our market so we can get  them the right property and they can live their dream resort lifestyle.

Matthew Oparowski
April 6, 2022 by