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Join us for LRE’s 9th Annual Spring Retreat in Amsterdam, April 27-29, 2011!
Need a reason to join us in Amsterdam? Here are just a few:
- Win a week in Paris.
- Honor our Lifetime Achievement Award Winners—José & Antonio Ribes Bas.
- See the tulips in Holland in the spring. Enough said.
- Amsterdam is a hub of European business.
- Direct flights are available to Amsterdam from several cities.
- There will be great content at the conference.
Topics this year include:
- Real Estate & Economic Trends
- The Latest in New Media
- Giving Your Clients High Touch Service
- And more...
Group discounts are available to increase your presence at this great event. Click here for more information or to register.
Feel free to contact us if you need more reasons (we have plenty!), and, as always, call us with any questions you may have: 800-488-4066.
We hope to see you in Amsterdam—Tot ziens!
Fuller Sotheby's Brokers, Staff and Clients Wish to Extend A Helping Hand to the Four Mile Canyon Fire Victims.
Their organization is collecting items and donations in an attempt to provide assistance for those affected by this natural disaster.
Toiletries including soap, shampoo, toilet paper, toothpaste, toothbrushes & other personal hygiene items. Clothing of all sizes, baby powder, blankets and sleeping masks to cover eyes as some fighting through the night try to sleep during the day. Bottled Water and any additional snack foods and beverages will be ongoing needs. The firefighters are expected to be here through October 1st.
Contributions may be dropped off beginning Monday, September 13th to any of our Sotheby’s offices during regular business hours:
Boulder - 1500 28th Street, Boulder, CO 80303, 303.443.6161
Cherry Creek - 3033 E. 1st Avenue #500, Denver, CO 80206, 303.893.3200
DTC - 8400 E. Crescent Parkway #300, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, 303.893.3200
Evergreen - 32156 Castle Court #201, Evergreen, CO 80439, 303.674.3200
Castle Pines Village - 858 Happy Canyon Road #100, Castle Rock, CO 80108, 303.660.8800
Animals
A large number of pets and horses have been affected or displaced by the wildfire. Many of the homes destroyed were horse properties. The Colorado Horse Rescue is doing its best to provide relief as they now have more than double the number of horses usually boarded. If you know of anyone able to temporarily board horses, donate hay, or if you would like to make a cash donation please contact the Colorado Horse Rescue at www.chr.org. The Humane Society of Boulder County is offering pet housing, supplies and lost and found services. At this time, their greatest need is cash donations. Please donate online at www.boulderhumane.org/wildfire.
Red Cross Donations
Financial support is requested. The best way you can help is through a direct monetary donation as it enables a quick response and the flexibility to meet the greatest needs for assistance. It is suggested that cash donations be made to The Red Cross. Please visit www.ColoradoRedCross.org/donate to make a donation.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Patricia Choi – Choi International
The list of nominees are….
Best Brand Integration
Gulf Coast International Properties
Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty
Best Industry Networking
Diane Turton – Diane Turton, Realtors
Ann Chiasson - Sea to Sky Premier Properties
Bob Nathan – Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty
Jim Walberg – Keller Williams Danville
Tim Murray – Alain Pinel Realtors
Bonnie Smith – Exclusive Mountain Retreats Real Estate
Liane (Li) Read – Sea to Sky Premier Properties (Salt Spring)
Rollie Jordan – Kentwood Company
Antonio & Jose Ribes – Rimontgo
Karen Bigos – Towne Realty Group, LLC
Best New Community
Devonshire House
One Hanson Place
Best Overall Marketing Package
Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty
Slifer, Smith & Frampton Real Estate
Hammond Residential Real Estate, LLC
Best Print Marketing
Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty
Shawn Elliott Luxury Homes & Estates
Hammond Residential Real Estate, LLC
Best Website Design
Hammond Residential Real Estate, LLC
Best Website Innovation
Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty
Billionaire’s Club
Elizabeth Stribling - Stribling & Associates
Vicki & Bill Mitchell - Carmel Realty
Glennis Beacham - Beacham & Company, REALTORS
Patricia Choi - Choi International
Extraordinary Philanthropist
Jack Cotton – Sotheby’s International Realty
Travis Reed – Harry Norman, Realtors
Jim Walberg – Keller Williams Danville
Saul Cohen – Hammond Residential Real Estate, LLC
Most Impressive Listing
Diane Turton – Diane Turton, Realtors
Dixi Applegate - Slifer, Smith & Frampton Real Estate
Manyee Lui - Macdonald Realty Group Inc.
Elizabeth Stribling - Stribling & Associates
Brian Hazen - Mason Morse Real Estate
Kelly Drum – Drum Realty
Peter Butler – Carmel Realty Company
Lynn Brown Knoop – Carmel Realty Company
Most Innovative Marketing Technique
Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty
Jack Cotton – Sotheby’s International Realty
Shawn Elliott Luxury Homes & Estate
Luxury Real Estate New Zealand
Outstanding Rookie
Courtney Jones – Carmel Realty Company
Outstanding Social Media Savvy
Courtesy of Eric Billingsley of Rodeo Realty
This gated and private East Coast traditional view estate is located in the star-studded Crest Streets of Beverly Hills. Not surprisingly, a long list of celebrities formerly owned the property, including: Christine McVie of the rock band Fleetwood Mac, Joan Collins, and Elton John.
The estate is on more than ¾ acres of lush, park-like grounds. A large motor court entry leads to a majestic home that features flagstone exterior and slate roof. Interiors have wood floors and wonderful spaces for entertaining. The living room features a marble fireplace and French doors that lead to a covered patio overlooking the landscaped grounds and city, mountain and ocean views.
The formal dining room also features French doors that open to a fragrant rose garden. The centerpiece of the home is a gourmet kitchen with center island, breakfast area, pine cabinets, exposed beam ceiling and top of the line commercial stainless steel appliances. An adjacent family/media room with oversized fireplace and built-in bookcase plus separate den/office with fireplace are also featured.
The master suite offers city and ocean views, an oversized fireplace and master bath with dual sinks, spa tub and steam shower with ocean view. Three additional bedroom suites complete the interiors. The lush grounds include several flat grassy areas, a swimmers pool, sun deck and pond with shady gazebo.
Joe Babajian of Rodeo Realty and Judy Cycon of Prudential California Realty are co-listing the property. The price is $7.45 million. For more information visit: www.lloydcrestestate.com.
Courtesy of Gwen Inzer of Choi International
Now more than ever, it's time to recognize those outstanding sales professionals who, through determination and hard work, achieved incredible results in 2009.
The Wall Street Journal and REAL Trends, Inc. are pleased to announce the 2010 Top 400 Real Estate Professionals.
Patricia Choi of Choi International has been ranked #35 in the Top 100 Agents by Sales Volume category with $70,082,950.
During the 27+ years that she has been involved in real estate sales, Patricia has distinguished herself as a leader in regional, national and international real estate organizations. Locally, she was the first recipient of the Aloha 'Aina Real Estate Award as the Realtor's Choice in 1998 for her service to the industry and clients, her professional and ethical conduct, her cooperative business approaches and extraordinary service to all in transactions. She was appointed by the Governor in 1999 to the Real Estate Commission of the State of Hawaii, to which she devoted part of her time as a public service until 2003.
For more information on Patricia Choi please click here
The final rankings were published this morning in The Wall Street Journal Online. Click here for more details
Courtesy of Meghan Barry of Luxuryrealestate.com
I recently received an email from Luxury Real Estate member, Elizabeth Ann Kivlan, Executive Vice President and Director of Sales for Stribling & Associates, Ltd. in New York City. She will be attending our upcoming Fall Conference in Seattle and she asked me for some advice on the best restaurants in Seattle. Here is a list I put together of some of my favorite places.
All Time Favorites
Herbfarm Restaurant (Woodinville) – the ultimate fresh and local destination restaurant, 9 course meals and wine pairings, you never feel stuffed, a total experience, near wineries/breweries for an excursion
Beecher’s Handmade Cheese (Pike Place Market) – if you have every wanted to see cheese made this is your opportunity, best Mac & Cheese ever
Matt's in the Market (Pike Place Market) – Seafood, always have a good chowder on the menu, lively atmosphere, probably my favorite place in the Market
Molly Moon's Homemade Ice Cream (Capital Hill and other locations) – Salted caramel, Lavender, Balsamic Strawberry, artisan flavors and all the best old standbys, lines out the door
Via Tribunali (Capital Hill and other locations) – Pizza, ingredients flown in from Italy, lively yet brooding atmosphere
Le Pichet (Pike Place Market) - French, simple classic good menu, café vibe
Serious Pie (Downtown) – one of many from Tom Douglas, Pizza, cool combinations of fresh local ingredients, pub-like setting
Campagne (Pike Place Market) – French, have a café below and a restaurant above, both are elegant, I kind of like the café atmosphere better
Salumi (Downtown) – cured meats, Mario Batali family, awesome
Volterra (Ballard) – Italian, neat neighborhood with commercial fishing (just like on that Deadliest Catch show) and fun/upscale boutiques
Steelhead Diner (Pike Place Market) – hearty NW food, cool diner atmosphere
Top Pot Doughnuts (Belltown and other locations) – best doughnuts in Seattle, hand forged
Macrina Bakery (Belltown and other locations) – all kinds of yummy snacky snacks, sandwiches, salads, breakfast
Canlis (Queen Anne) – elegant, great views, a dinner experience
Le Panier (Pike Place Market) - Authentic french bakery, amazing aromas, in pike place market!
Other Favorites
Wild Ginger (Downtown) – Asian, fun atmosphere, neat bar
Red Mill Burgers (several locations) – best burgers in Seattle
Pink Door (Pike Place Market) - Italian-American cuisine, great outdoor seating on the deck, views of Puget Sound
Ezell's Fried Chicken (Central District) – spartan atmosphere, but great food, Oprah’s favorite
Chez Shea (Pike Place Market) – simple and elegant French, great views
Shuckers (Downtown) – a power lunch kind of place, great seafood
Dahlia Lounge (Downtown) – Tom Douglas, a dinner kind of place, International, Seafood
Lola (Downtown) – Tom Douglas, amazing breakfasts, more casual, Greek
Paseo (Fremont) - Caribbean, best jerk chicken sandwich, a little road-side lunch spot
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Luxuryrealestate.com members featured in REALTOR Magazine top 100 real estate companies for 2010
LuxuryRealEstate.com members have been honored by REALTOR Magazine in the list of Top 100 Real Estate Companies for 2009. These rankings are calibrated by sales, with respect to the sides of the transaction held and the total sales volume for the year. See the list here: http://www.realtor.org/RMODaily.nsf/files/2010Top100.pdf/$FILE/2010Top100.pdf
LuxuryRealEstate.com members mentioned include:
2009 Transactions Sides Long & Foster, Ebby Halliday, REALTORS/Ellen Terry, REALTORS/Dave, Perry-Miller & Associates, Baird & Warner, West USA Realty Inc., Williams Raveis Real Estate Inc, Prudential Americana Group, REALTORS, Prudential California Realty/Prudential Nevada Realty, Alain Pinel, REALTORS, Houlihan Lawrence Inc., Intero Real Estate Services Inc., Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Masiello Group 2009 Sales Volume Long & Foster, Alain Pinel, REALTORS, Williams Raveis Real Estate Inc., Ebby Halliday, REALTORS/Ellen Terry, REALTORS/Dave Perry-Miller & Associates Baird & Warner, Intero Real Estate Services Inc., Prudential California Realty/Prudential Nevada Realty, West USA Realty, Houlihan Lawrence Inc Pacific Union Real Estate and Morgan Lane Marin, Prudential Americana Group, REALTORS, Prudential Georgia Realty, Keller Williams Beverly Hills/, Hammond Residential GMAC Real Estate, Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty, Better Homes and Gardnes Rand Realty, The Keyes Co., McEnearney Associates Inc., Michael Saunders and Co., John R Wood, REALTORS, The Kentwood Co., Gloria Nilson GMAC Real Estate, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Masiello Group
Also mentioned in the #1 and #2 spots on each ranking were NRT LLC and HomeServices of America Inc.; several of the real estate firms under these brands are also members of LuxuryRealEstate.com.
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