Luxury Real Estate

January 22^nd, 2010 (Seattle, WA) – LuxuryRealEstate.com has launched a new portal for developers of the most sought-after communities in the world. Offering the most comprehensive collection of world-class developments using state-of-the-art search functionality, the new portal helps developers drive traffic to their websites and inquiries to their sales teams.

“The new Luxury Developers Portal is the most comprehensive source for consumers using the web with detailed, customized searches of the top new developments in the most desirable locations around the globe”, states CEO/Publish John Brian Losh.

This new section of the website was designed specifically with buyers in mind. You can go to a single location to research every aspect of a community and initiate direct contact with the development team. Developers will have the ability to showcase each aspect of their project with video, mapping, blogs, an image gallery, inventory of all current listings complete with photos and direct links to representatives from each property.

This new Luxury Developers Portal is one component of a complete redesign of LuxuryRealEstate.com. Beyond the more polished and improved look and feel of the website, the redesign introduces under-the-hood improvements that might not be obvious to the casual visitor, but will improve the user experience and increase exposure of luxury homes listed on the site. Features include - faster page loading, more search engine friendly, and more future safe with upgraded web browsers. Utilization of Twitter posts and Microformats as well as RSS and Atom feeds will allow for easier user subscriptions and syndication of editorial content.

“LuxuryRealEstate.com is the original - it sets that standard for websites directed at high net-worth real estate consumers. Our new website will take the user experience to a whole new level”, states CEO/Publisher John Brian Losh.

LuxuryRealEstate.com, a 2009 Webby Award Honoree, has been voted ‘Best of the Web’ by Forbes magazine multiple times, praised by the International Herald Tribune, Town & Country, the Wall Street Journal and has been ranked ‘Best Website’ by consumers according to surveys by the Luxury Institute. Since its debut in 1995, LuxuryRealEstate.com has remained the #1 portal for luxury properties on the internet, consistently driving more traffic to member websites and generating more qualified inquiries than any other website. LuxuryRealEstate.com has several times more $1,000,000+ content of any near-peer.

Also known in the industry as the Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate network, a global collection of the finest luxury real estate brokers in the world, this group of more than 1000 brokerage firms and 95,000 professionals in more than 65 countries collectively sells in excess of $190 billion of real estate annually, with an average sale price of $2,450,000. Members sell homes for record prices and handle transactions of incredible complexity and magnitude with complete discretion. Every member is carefully selected by CEO/Publisher John Brian Losh, one of REALTOR Magazine’s 25 Most Influential People in Real Estate and broker of fine properties and estates through his Seattle-based brokerage firm, Ewing & Clark, Inc.

Courtesy of: LuxuryRealEstate.com

LuxuryRealEstate.com is proud to introduce our new member in St. Maarten.

Antilles Realty is known in St. Maarten as a market leader for luxury real estate and investments. Ms. Maayke Martina, Owner and Broker, has been on St. Maarten since 1991. Prior to Antilles Realty, she also worked as a successful realtor at Re/Max. Ms. Martina is originally Dutch. She was born and raised in Belgium. She studied in both Holland and in the USA. Her multicultural background and professional knowledge is further supported by her foreign language competencies as she speaks Dutch, English, French, and some German and Spanish. She and her team have over ten years of experience in real estate for property sales and rentals in the Caribbean. Her frequent travels and meetings throughout the Caribbean give her access to not only all luxury villas and investment properties on St. Maarten, but just about every Caribbean island.

For more information regarding Antilles Realty’s portfolio of luxury properties, please feel free to visit http://www.antillesrealty.com and/or contact Ms. Maayke Martina (Broker/Owner) at mmartina@antillesrealty.com.

About Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate:

Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate is an invitation only network representing the best luxury real estate firms and professionals from around the world. Each affiliated member is carefully selected to represent his/her market area. Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate also hosts the industry leading Website www.LuxuryRealEstate.com (a 2009 Webby Award Honoree).

Courtesy of: Sheila Wenz of Rodeo Realty, Inc.

Beverly Hills, CA – January 12, 2010

Rodeo Realty Inc., the Beverly Hills based luxury real estate firm, began the New Year with two feature profiles of owner and president, Syd Leibovitch, in the Los Angeles media.

The Los Angeles Times featured Leibovitch in its How I Made It column on Sunday January 3^rd in the business article “Preserving Independence Helps Real Estate Firm Grow.” In the interview, Leibovitch discusses his experience, business strategies and how remaining an independent has given him a distinct advantage in a business dominated by big name firms.

In the same week, The Business Journal published an in depth profile of Leibovitch in its two page feature entitled “Rustling Up Home Sales – How Syd Leibovitch built rodeo realty into a regional powerhouse.”

“It’s true I have worked very hard to make Rodeo Realty what it is today,” commented Leibovitch. “But it comes down to the people I work with. I have the best managers, agents and staff I could ever ask for. I feel so fortunate and owe a lot of my success to them.”

To read the entire Los Angeles Times and The Business Journal articles please visit http://rodeore.com/media/news.asp

Contact- Sheila Wenz – mediarelations@rodeore.com

About Syd Leibovitch & Rodeo Realty, Inc.

Rodeo Realty, Inc. was founded in 1986 by President and Broker, Syd Leibovitch. Today the company is the largest single-owner real estate firm in California with 12 branch offices, nearly 1000 Realtors and annual sales and listings exceeding $3 billion. Leibovitch also owns LA Mortgage and Encore Escrow Company and is regularly consulted about real estate matters by the media, U.S. Congress and other government officials.

By: Jillian Parker of LuxuryRealEstate.com

SEATTLE January 12, 2010—Congratulations to Eric Kodner of Wayzata Lakes Realty in Minneapolis, Minnesota on his most recent appointment to the National Association of Realtors Equal Opportunity-Cultural Diversity Committee. The term of his position is from December 1, 2009 to November 30, 2010. Eric is also the Broker and Owner of Madeline Island Realty in LaPointe, Wisconsin.

Kodner was appointed by the standing National Association of Realtors (NAR) President, Vicki Cox Golder following a recommendation from the former President, Dick Gaylord.

“Naturally, I’m honored to have been asked to serve on a NAR committee.” said Kodner of his appointment.

As outlined by Vicki Cox Golder, two important goals of the NAR for the upcoming year are as follows:

1) Increase participation in the Broker Involvement Program

2) Help every state and local association create its own version of the Right Tools, Right Now Initiative

To learn more about Eric Kodner, view his profile on luxuryrealestate.com

To learn more about NAR, visit http://www.realtor.org

BURLINGAME, CA -- 01/04/10 -- McGuire Real Estate, a San Francisco-based real estate company specializing in luxury real estate, announced the appointment of Geoffrey Nelson as sales associate in its Burlingame office at 360 Primrose Rd, Burlingame, CA.

Mr. Nelson joins McGuire from Cashin Company's Burlingame office where he was a consistent top producer. He has amassed many sales milestones in a stellar track record focusing on luxury listing representation and personalized services for buyers. In 2008, Geoffrey was the #2 ranked Cashin Realtor for Burlingame sales; and ranked #4 overall out of the top 100 Realtors for Burlingame sales. With a passion for technology and showcasing unique homes, Geoffrey is widely recognized as an influential leader in real estate marketing.

Before obtaining his real estate license, Geoffrey worked in the field of real estate marketing and advertising during the 1990s. Here he applied his skills in communications, design, and creative promotion that carry over to his real estate sales career today. He entered the real estate sales arena in 2001 and benefited from a 4-year partnership with one of the Peninsula's most esteemed Realtors, before expanding his business to new heights in 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009.

Born in San Mateo and currently raising two boys ages 5 and 2 in San Mateo's Baywood area, Geoffrey's local roots as a Peninsula native continue to be an asset for his client representation. Geoffrey's wife Kamila hails from the Czech Republic and works in the French airline industry, providing the family a rich global perspective and continental travel agenda.

About McGuire Real Estate

McGuire Real Estate (www.mcguire.com) has been an integral part of the real estate scene in the San Francisco Bay Area, stretching back nearly 90 years. A mid-sized, regional boutique, McGuire specializes in luxury real estate but applies the highest standards of service to properties in every price range, and to every client. Its "customer first" philosophy and local focus have proved to be a winning formula for this Bay Area real estate leader. McGuire's affiliations with Luxury Portfolio and Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, successfully connects McGuire's clients and agents to a worldwide marketplace. Luxury Portfolio is an exclusive network of luxury properties worldwide, and its parent company, Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, is the largest global real estate network in the real estate industry. McGuire operates four offices in San Francisco, one in Mill Valley serving Marin County, one in Burlingame serving the Peninsula, and one in Oakland serving the East Bay.

Courtsey of: LuxuryRealEstate.com

LuxuryRealEstate.com is proud to introduce our new member, HK Lane, representing the Coachella Valley in California.

For over 30 years, HK Lane has provided excellent service and knowledge regarding the desert cities of the Coachella Valley including Palm Springs, Palm Desert, La Quinta and Indio. Beyond their expertise of the local real estate market, HK Lane offers Real Estate Counseling, Staging Counseling, Contract Negotiation, Buyer and Seller Representation, and Property Touring Services as well as mortgage, escrow and title services.

HK Lane is renowned for its specialization in property types including residential single-family homes, apartments/condominiums, country club and golf course homes, new construction homes and many more.

For more information regarding HK Lane’s portfolio of luxury properties, please feel free to visit http://hklane.com/.

About Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate:

Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate is an invitation only network representing the best luxury real estate firms and professionals from around the world. Each affiliated member is carefully selected to represent his/her market area. Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate also hosts the industry leading Website www.LuxuryRealEstate.com (a 2009 Webby Award Honoree).

Courtesy of: LuxuryRealEstate.com

LuxuryRealEstate.com is proud to introduce our new member in France.

Established since 1994, Peri-Pierres Immobilier is a true market expert for luxury real estate in the Perigord region of France. While Perigord is known as the birthplace of the black truffle, the exclusive properties (ranging from small and rustic cottages to historic castles) proposed by Peri-Pierres Immobilier truly symbolize the preserved nature of this distinctive region. In addition, Ms. Marie Pedreno is systematically featured as a market expert on renowned and prestigious French publications.

For more information regarding Peri-Pierres Immobilier’s portfolio of luxury properties, please feel free to visit http://www.peri-pierres-immobilier.fr and/or contact Ms. Marie Pedreno (Owner & Broker) at peripierres@free.fr .

About Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate:

Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate is an invitation only network representing the best luxury real estate firms and professionals from around the world. Each affiliated member is carefully selected to represent his/her market area. Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate also hosts the industry leading Website www.LuxuryRealEstate.com (a 2009 Webby Award Honoree).

By: Bente Madtsen of LuxuryRealEstate.com

LuxuryRealEstate.com is proud to introduce its new member, McGill Real Estate in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

The owners of McGill Real Estate, Patrice Groleau and Debby Doktorczyk, and their team of professionals use distinctive marketing strategies in order to increase the visibility of your properties. McGill Real Estate combines international connections with the agency’s continually expanding network of partners to ensure optimal exposure, attracting both buyers and investors.

The agency’s unique approach has allowed McGill Real Estate to deploy specialized sales teams appropriate for each project’s unique profile and to collaborate effectively with developers in placing their properties on the market.

For more information about McGill Real Estate, please visit: www.mcgillrealestate.com

About LuxuryRealEstate.com

www.luxuryrealestate.com, a 2009 Webby Award Honoree, is the most-viewed luxury real estate website in the world. The Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate network includes 1600 of the world’s finest real-estate companies with properties in more than100 countries. Participation is strictly invitation-only by CEO/Publisher John Brian Losh. The Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate network is governed by the Board of Regents.

Courtesy of: Maureen and Edward Buckley of Buckley & Buckley Real Estate

Buckley & Buckley Real Estate in supporting the new Kitsap County Residential Emergency Shelter for homeless mothers and their children

Please JOIN

This new shelter is in great need of basic living items. Please review the List of Needs and donate what you can (cash donations are also welcome)

Our office is a drop-off location for all items (except large furniture-see below). 168 Winslow Way West In Winslow Green 206-842-4099

Today, over 136 families in Kitsap County are currently waiting for emergency shelter. Over 60% of those families are headed by females as head of their household. Many are living in cars, tents, or making arrangements on a day-by-day basis. Shelter housing for families is hard to find in Kitsap County.

The former Youth Home facility is being converted into a Residential Emergency Shelter for homeless mothers and their children. The Project, spear headed by the Department of Personnel and Human Services in partnership with Kitsap Community Resources and One Church One Family, is intended to reach out to those in need and provide refuge in a storm of uncertainty.

Contact Che Che to make arrangement to pick up large furnishing including bunk beds and bed sets by calling 360-337-7185, extension 3530.

Donations may be brought to Buckley & Buckley Real Estate in Winslow Green (206-842-4099 or the Personnel and Human Services Department at 507 Austin Avenue in Port Orchard.

►Single bed sets (mattress/box springs/frame)

►Bunk Beds

►Infant High Chair

►Large clock for common area

►Crib and bedding

►Single bed sheets, pads, blankets

►Pillows and pillow cases

►Toilet paper, shampoo,bath soap

►Hygiene products & shower caddies

►Paper towels Dish washing soap and detergent

►Dish towels, scrapers and sponges

►Washing machine detergent

►Ironing board and Iron

►Cleaning Supplies

►Shower rods for curtains

►Utensils, plates, cups

►Cooking pots, pans and utensils

►Cooking oil, salt, pepper, spices

►Wood pellets for wood stove

►Games/puzzles for children

Thank You, Edward & Maureen

Courtesy of: Cora Bett Thomas

Cora Bett Thomas Realty agent Warren Flick has caused quite the flutter around our offices. Who knew beneath his normally professional, suited up self was a rugged swashbuckling romance novel cover model!

Warren, along with nine other Hilton Head Island-area eligible bachelors are up for CH2 Magazine’s 2010 Bachelor Contest. Voting for your favorite Bachelor goes through midnight December 13th so make sure you vote for your favorite (Warren Flick) Bachelor! Check out CH2 Magazine’s site for all ten Bachelor profiles with photos and videos and cast your vote (Warren Flick).

HHI Bachelor:: Warren Flick Age:: 42 Occupation:: Realtor at Cora Bett Thomas Realty & Associates Hometown:: Hilton Head Island, SC

A Word From Warren Flick

“I am a laid back, down-to-earth, confident, happy person who loves to sail, cook, play hard and work hard. Any day on the beach or a boat with great company and good music is fine by me. I love my job (Cora Bett Thomas Realty & Associates) and work very hard so my free time is very important to me. I sell residential an commercial real estate in South Carolina and Georgia. I consider myself a solution provider. I am comfortable in any situation with all types of people. We all have our own views and opinions and I enjoy the stimulation of different types of personalities, opinions and beliefs. I live my life by one very simple philosophy, “Live life to the fullest! There are no reruns!”