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NAPLES, FL, July 28 – REALTOR Magazine, in its annual report of the nation’s top 100 companies, today announced that John R. Wood Realtors ranked 14th in closed sales per agent. Compiled for the year 2009, the report gave the company an overall ranking of 89th in the nation with $942 million in sales, regardless of company size, number of agents, or geographic location.
“And that number is only for closed sales,” noted Phil Wood, president. “When we include those sales not yet closed at year end, our 2009 total was $1.1 billion, just shy of a three percent increase over last year.” (see Fact Sheet)
Wood cited their award-winning sales and administrative staff for the firm’s “excellent performance in a tough market,” but also credited the company’s ongoing enhancements to its numerous websites and its presence on social media sites such as Facebook and YouTube.
“Buyers need to be able to search all properties, see all open houses, and set up automatic notifications when a hot property comes on the market.”
Founded in 1957, John R. Wood Realtors is Southwest Florida’s oldest real estate firm. The company represents over 2,000 clients annually through its 250 agents and its 100 staff in eight offices, which allow them to serve the areas from Marco Island to Sanibel/Captiva. In addition, the company’s Research Department delivers current market statistics, analysis and projections through its monthly statistical reports to interested parties throughout the nation. Reports are public and are available on request by Emailing customer service at jrw@JohnRWood.com.
JOHN R. WOOD REALTORS FACT SHEET
FOUNDED: 1958 in Naples, FL by John R. Wood
SALES: $1.103 billion (2009)
$1.074 billion (2008)
$1.25 billion (2007)
$1.2 billion (2006)
$ 2.67 billion (2005)
$ 1.8 billion (2004)
$ 1.035 billion (2003)
EMPLOYEES: Total: 250 Sales Associates; 100 Administrative Staff
PERFORMANCE: $2.67 billion (2005) or nearly $9.9 million per agent (270 agents in 2005), almost nine times the national average of $1.12 million. This ranked John R. Wood agents as #1 in North America in sales per agent for 2005.
For 2009, the company achieved its seventh of $1+ billion in sales, ranking 14th in sales per agent in the nation while achieving an overall ranking of 89th with $942 million in closed sales.
OFFICES: John R. Wood Realtors has six offices in southwest Florida serving over __ clients per year from Sanibel/Captiva to Marco Island. Its Administrative Center is located at the corner of Goodlette Road and Immokalee Road in Naples.
SERVICES/
AFFILIATIONS: Comprehensive Residential and Commercial Real Estate Services, marketing through closing.
Affiliation with Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate – a worldwide group of luxury brokers, allowing JRW to attract luxury buyers worldwide.
Exclusive southwest Florida member of Leading Estates, an international network of brokers specializing in luxury properties throughout the U.S.
Realty Alliance – 61 of the largest brokers in the nation. Almost all of the Realty Alliance companies, including JRW, have annual sales in excess of $1 billion.
Member, Leading Real Estate Companies of the World (formerly RELO) – world’s largest independent referral network with 5,000 offices, 145,000 agents, and annual sales over $400 billion.
Affiliated with Element Funding, a regional mortgage company with access to hundreds of lenders throughout the nation.
Apprenticeship Program: A John R. Wood exclusive designed to assist new sales agents with ongoing training and mentoring by one of the company’s veteran agents.
Publisher, Estate Lifestyles of SW Florida, a quarterly magazine aimed at the million dollar plus market, with appropriate feature stories and properties.
Publisher, HomeLook - a monthly tabloid , featuring news and trends in the Southwest Florida real estate market.
SALES AGENT
REQUIREMENTS: To become a realtor with John R. Wood, an person must demonstrate a track record of success in residential sales or score well in aptitude tests. This helps maintain a veteran sales force that is particularly experienced in the legal, valuation, and negotiation aspects of the real estate business. On occasion, an experienced person moving to southwest Florida from another state, or even a novice who appears to have outstanding potential, may be offered a sales position. John R. Wood Realtors has a two person training department that works extensively with candidates to help them achieve the same level of knowledge as their veteran colleagues.
COMMITMENT: Realtors from the Wood firm are actively involved in their communities, working for and financially supporting over 75 charities, youth programs, and community organizations throughout the southwest Florida area.
DISTINCTION: Service: One of the oldest residential real estate firms in southwest Florida, John R. Wood Realtors consistently earns a customer satisfaction index of 99 percent, among the highest in the industry nationwide.
Marketing Innovation: John R. Wood Realtors is responsible for numerous innovations in the marketing and sale of southwest Florida properties, including its ownership of dozens of websites, e.g., PortRoyal.net, to promote upscale Naples area properties over the Internet – in addition to its primary company website. They also have specialized web sites, such as one designed to help purchasers locate the ten best values in a given neighborhood on in the entire market, based on price per square foot, www.10MostWanted.com .
In 1982, the company was among the first brokerages in the nation to recognize the strategic value of market specialization, as they focused on the luxury market, using the famous marketing book Positioning, The Battle for your Mind as a guide and role model.
While some companies have property catalogs, the Wood firm took the concept to a whole new level, publishing a full scale magazine devoted to the luxury market. Estate Lifestyles of SW Florida is the only publication of its type in the area and perhaps in the entire U.S.
Technology Innovation: The Wood firm remains on the cutting edge of real estate technology with its IT team focused on training and support as it also explores numerous efficiency methods to make the purchase and sale processes most efficient and effective.
An example is the company telephone system which allows a seamless call transfer environment. For instance, a receptionist at any John R. Wood office can transfer a call to another office, a home, or a cell phone, as if they were using the intercom to send the call to someone sitting 50 feet away in the same building.
The company is in the process of implementing new on-line community software, internal and accessible only for John R. Wood personnel. The new software (from Telligent) will allow agents and staff to share a variety of information, have on-line forum discussions, and help increase professionalism via education and resource consolidation on the system.
The company is already one of the few in the area to offer on-line training for the agents, accessible for them to view at any hour of the night or day.
Leadership: John R. Wood Realtors urges its management and staff to become involved in their community as well as in Realtor leadership organizations with its personnel serving in key leadership positions such as President of the National Association of Realtors, President of the Florida Association of Realtors, President of the local Boards of Realtors, and President of the Women’s Council of Realtors.
SOURCES: National Association of Realtors: www.nar.realtor.com\research
United States Census Bureau: www.census.gov/acsd/www/sub_h.htm
WEBSITE: www.JohnRWood.com
Courtesy of Kirsty Bryson of Luxury Homes by VAPF
The latest region in Spain to become popular for luxury home seekers is the Costa Blanca, where true quality is at your fingertips through the spectacular scenery, the wonderful weather and the cultural and entertainment opportunities, the not forgetting the extensive culinary palette.
The Costa Blanca stretches along the Eastern coast of the Spanish peninsula, from the coastal towns of Denia to Pilar de la Horadada, covering a total of 218 kilometres, where the Mediterranean light bathes the region and envelopes it in an exceptional climate, considered to be one of the healthiest in the world by the World Health Organization. Large and majestic, the beaches of the Costa Blanca are without doubt among the best in
One of the favourite tourist destinations of all times within Europe, the Costa Blanca is now attracting many famous personalities and businessmen alike looking for the perfect hideaway home in this area which has so much to offer. Elegant properties in unique designs are establishing themselves amongst the traditional Spanish villas and the local towns shelter numerous galleries, exclusive boutiques and fine restaurants that offer exquisite high-quality services tailored to individual client needs.
Considered as one of the best spots in
The Costa Blanca is now one of the most cosmopolitan sites in
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Patricia Choi to Receive Luxury Real Estate Lifetime Achievement Award at Fall Conference in Seattle
Posted by Courtney Jackson Mon, 26 Jul 2010
We are honored to announce that the Fall 2010 Luxury Real Estate Lifetime Achievement Award recipient is Patricia Choi of Choi International in Honolulu , Hawaii .
This prestigious award is given twice annually to the Luxury Real Estate member who has set an example for the real estate industry, displayed excellence throughout their career and is truly a legend.
Patricia Choi was born in Birmingham, Alabama and moved to Hawaii in 1975 to be an estate, tax and real estate paralegal with the law firm of Torkildson, Katz, Conahan & Loden. There she met her husband, Cedric Choi, who was an associate attorney and licensed real estate agent. In 1981 she started her "boutique" real estate firm, specializing in luxury real estate and commercial properties. During the 32 years that she has been involved in real estate sales, Patricia has achieved over One Billion in sales and 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. Patricia is also very active as a director and volunteer fund raiser for various charitable institutions such as the Kapiolani Hospital for Women & Children’s capital campaign committee and the Washington Place Foundation for the restoration of the Governor's mansion. Patricia has achieved the coveted designation of CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member), held by less than 10,000 of the 1,118,000 realtors in the nation and the international real estate designation of CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist). She has served on the National Association of Realtors International Operations Committee and received an award as the Outstanding International Reciprocal Director to Korea for 2000. Her outstanding performance as a luxury broker has led to her selection as a Board of Regents member for LuxuryRealEstate.com, an exclusive organization of over 800 of the world’s top brokers. In 2006, Patricia was nominated by her peers to be a member of the Board of Regents Executive Committee, which serves as a council and advocate for other Regents members and works to promote as well as expand the Regents program. Pat is also a member of the LuxuryRealEstate.com Billionaire’s Club, in recognition for her outstanding sales achievements. Additionally, Patricia is proud to be a founding member of the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, a member of LuxuryPortfolio.com and Leading Real Estate Companies of the World. With over $200,000,000 in sales in 2005, Patricia was ranked #3 of the Top 200 Brokers in the U.S. and recognized as one of the 35 Most Influential People in Luxury Real Estate. Hawaii Business Magazine's prestigious list of "Who's Who in Hawaii Real Estate" recognized Patricia for three successive years as the #1 Realtor in the State of Hawaii, and recently honored her as Oahu’s #1 Realtor for 2009. Patricia has also been honored as one of the "Top 100 Most Influential Women in Real Estate" for 2008 by renown real estate trends expert and best selling author Stefan Swanepoel. Patricia has been the leader in luxury residential sales in Honolulu by dollar volume for the years 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and into 2010.
For more information on Choi Realty, please visit www.choi-realty.com. For more information on the 15th Annual Luxury Real Estate Fall Conference, visit http://www.luxuryrealestate.com/lounge/events.
Courtesy of Ole Jespersen of IRG International Realty Group
IRG International Realty Group, exclusively represented The World, the only private community at sea. IRG International Realty Group was appointed as the exclusive agent in Portugal to represent The World. The World is the only residential community at sea, arrived on July 5th in Portimão and July 7th in Lisbon, after docking in Spanish ports, Marbella and Cadiz. This ship allows its residents and guests to travel the world without leaving the comforts of a private home. There is an average of 150 adventurous and like-minded explores onboard at onece, travelling to intriguing destinations all over the globe.
This remarkable, 12-deck, 200 meter-long floating home offers an elegant and intimate travel lifestyle with impeccable service and amenities that deliver a personalized and bespoke experience. Discerning travellers can travel in one of the 165 private residences aboard The World or elect to own one of the select homes available for resale. Approaching its eighth year of successful sailing, The World looks ahead at innovative developments in the horizon. In late April 2007, the ship underwent multi-million dollar refurbishments, resulting in new soft goods in public areas including the Lobby/ Plaza area, several of the onboard restaurants and the full-size tennis court as well as the debut of The World Spa by Banyan Tree on the vessel. The World´s Residents are deeply invested in the upkeep of their onboard homes. The private homes onboard the vessel undergo ongoing modifications and enhancements such as wine storage rooms, new technology and other personal touches that ensure Residents feel at home while onboard. In its eight years at sea The World has attended the America´s Cup Races in Auckland, the Louis Vuitton Challenger in Valencia, Carnaval in Rio, the Monaco Grand Prix and the British Open. Due to ots worldwide itinerary, the vessel is able to span the globe every two-to-three years. For more information about the residential sales please contact IRG International Realty Group at the Lisbon Head Office: +351 210 305 022 or info@irgportugal.com
Blefari and Moles share innovative approach to distressed property opportunity globally as well as in the U.S.
CUPERTINO, SILICON VALLEY, USA – July 1, 2010 -- Intero Real Estate Services, a leading U.S. real estate brokerage that has recently expanded its brand globally, as a franchisor, through Intero Franchise Services, Inc. and Intero International Franchise Services, LLC, announced that its Chairman, Robert Moles, and CEO, Gino Blefari, recently made keynote presentations at two prestigious global real estate seminars in Singapore and Hong Kong to share insights learned from leading the exponential growth of a global brokerage company in the distressed property market.
Gino Blefari, Intero® President and CEO, spoke at the iProperty Real Estate Seminar 2010 in Singapore about distressed property opportunity both globally and in the U.S. He said that while real estate is still very much a local business, market insights and technology innovation can be shared globally to new markets and new business partners. Both factors have been critical to Intero's own growth.
"Not all markets are distressed markets, but all markets have distressed property opportunities. California has been at the epicenter of the global housing crisis, yet Intero has grown to lead in market share in Santa Clara County, the largest market in Silicon Valley, in spite of this challenge. We did so by leveraging technology and honing a deep understanding of current market dynamics and letting those insights guide our actions," Blefari said.
Robert Moles, Intero® Chairman, gave a keynote presentation about the global distressed property opportunities at the SMART Investment & International Property Expo in Hong Kong in June. Said Moles on the experience, "We are excited to share our story of success in distressed markets with agents and investors from across the globe as we continue the worldwide expansion of our brand." Moles continued, "Our experience in California gives us a unique perspective on thriving in a difficult market."
About the Intero® brand
Founded in 2002 Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. has quickly become one of the premier real estate brands in the U.S. The company is private and headquartered in California's Silicon Valley.
LuxuryRealEstate.com is proud to introduce our new member in Montreal, Canada.
Having opened on January 5, 2009 with a team of 12 realtors, Profusion Realty Inc has grown since then and has expanded to a current 32 realtors. Profusion strives for excellence and promotes a true solid team spirit and strong work ethic. Their main goal is to provide their clients with the best service possible.
Since its opening, Profusion has grabbed 19% of the market share in Montreal particularly on the sale of homes over $1 million.
“We are truly enthusiastic about promoting our properties through Luxuryrealestate.com and feel that the quality of this website will draw international as well as local clientele” says Louise Remillard, President of Profusion Realty Inc.
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).
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How the top ten largest yachts compare to the top 10 LuxuryRealEstate.com listings (Part 2: 1-5)
By William Tsang of Luxuryrealestate.com
As the fifth largest yacht in the world, the Saudi Arabian Defense Minister Prince Sultan Bin Abdul Aziz owns the 456-foot “Al Salamah”. It does not fall short of activities to do and is fully equipped with an on-board hospital, a gym, and a spa with two full-time beauticians. Also not falling short of amenities is the most prestigious property in Lake Tahoe, Nevada. Listed at $100,000,000 by Shari Chase and Sue Lowe, the 9 bedrooms, 9-bathroom residence boasts a colossal living area of 38,000 square feet on 210 acres, displaying all things scenic Lake Tahoe has to offer.
As the oldest yacht in the top 10, the 478-foot “Mahroussa” was built in 1865 and is known as the Egyptian Presidential Yacht. Since original construction, the yacht has endured two remodels to where the total size has been lengthened by 56.5 feet. Used as a naval training ship by the Egyptian government, the yacht earns the number four spot on our countdown. Focusing now on the fourth ranked property, the Cave Cay property is listed by John Christie of H.G. Christie Ltd. and includes a private island for $100,000,000. There is enough room for 70,000 square feet on construction along the natural beauty of the deep-water harbor and marina. Approved as a full commercial operation, the opportunities for maturation are endless. 
Used as a small cruise ship, the 482-foot “Price Abdulaziz” is one of the many yachts of the Saudi Royal Family and until 2006 was given the title as the world’s largest private yacht. The third largest yacht is owned by the king of Saudi Arabia, King Abdullah found inspiration for the interior décor from Titanic and therefore has filled the large lobby on the main level with classical furnishings. Nicknamed the South Beach of St. Croix and listed by Farcehtte & Hanley for $142,000,000 the number three property on our list offers over 1800 acres of prime waterfront land and three miles of beachfront on the shores of St. Croix.
Code-named project Sunflower during construction, the 502-foot “Al Said” was constructed for the Sultan of Oman Qaboos bin Said Al Said. As the second largest yacht in the world, it is said to be able to accommodate up to 70 guests and a crew of 150. The number two listing on our top 10 takes us to the Amagansett shores of New York. Listed by Judi A. Desiderio, a buyer can purchase the 8.98 acres of East Hampton oceanfront land for $200,000,000.
Ranking number one in Yachts International’s Top 100 largest yachts in the word is “Dubai”. The 531- foot yacht is owned by the Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The project also known as Platinum took about four years to complete and the interior is adorned with lavish touches such as gold leaf covered tiles and onyx. Listed by Audrey H. Ross of Christie’s Great Estates- Esslinger Wooten Maxwell, Florida’s Bal Harbor waterfront acreage is the most expensive property listed with LuxuryRealEstate.com. As the last piece of undeveloped oceanfront property Florida’s Bal Harbour coast, $225,000,000 will grant you 5.53 acres for the potential development of luxury condominiums, hotels, restaurants or shopping complex. 
Some of the most expensive properties and yachts around the world are reserved for the super-wealthy. However, buyers of these expensive pieces of land who do develop and operate resorts and public structures, give us ultimate consumers something to enjoy as well.
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How the top ten largest yachts compare to the top 10 LuxuryRealEstate.com listings (Part 1: 10-6)
By William Tsang of LuxuryRealEstate.com
With declines in total home equity as well as consumer spending, many are struggling to pay the bills let alone continue spending and making extravagant purchases. However, according to Capgemini and Merrill Lynch, approximately 2.5%, or one in every 40 households, is a millionaire household. Buyers of these super-yachts seem to be somewhat "recession proof" or are at least still living the life of luxury. The August 2010 edition of Yachts International Magazine has presented their top 100 list of the world's largest yachts. To be succinct, we will only cover the Top 10 yachts but will be comparing them to the top 10 Listings with Luxury Real Estate.
Coming in at 10 is "A", a 390 footer designed by Philippe Starck and Martin Francis. Owned by Russian Entrepreneur Andrey Melnichenko, the yacht is inspired by naval architecture and incorporates large loft spaces and spacious rooms. In contrast, “Wine Estate 72”, a well-known brand of Chianti Classico DOCG is on the market for $61,435,000 US. Listed by Antonio Lapucci, it presents desirable location being a few miles from Sienna and embraces over 107,640 square feet of buildings with opportunities for hotel, restaurant, and wine cellar expansion.
Yachts International names Microsoft Co-Founder Paul Allen’s “Octopus” the world’s 9th largest yacht. Included on this 414 foot super-yacht are 2 helicopters, 2 submarines, and a swimming pool. Being a passionate ocean advocate, Allen permits scientists to utilize the yacht for research and study when he is not enjoying it himself. 
Next to Allen’s “Octopus” stands the luxurious Brentwood estate in Los Angeles, California. Listed for $65,000,000 by Joyce Rey, this 112 acre property has ample living space with 17 bedrooms and 17 full baths. With a hefty price tag come lavish amenities including separate guest cottages, office complex, horse stables, championship tennis court, swimmer's pool and great outdoor entertainment area.
Built for Qatar Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheik Hamad, “Al Mirqab” comes in at number 8 on our list. At 436 feet, it can accommodate 10 guests in 5 guest apartments with one VIP suite for the yacht owner. Each apartment has its own bathroom, living room, and double bedroom. The large space can easily accommodate the crew of 60 and they all have their own small rooms. It also offers a variety of activities including a cinema, various outdoor bars, Jacuzzis, and of course a landing pad for the helicopter. Listed at $68,000,000 by Susan and Matt Brietenbach, the Three Ponds Farm in Bridgehampton, New York is a conglomerate of ideas by three brilliant architectural designers and is situated on a Reese Jones designed golf course. With a 20,000 square foot living area encompassing 10 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms and 60 acres of rolling farmland, this property is sure to impress.
Taking a step into the past, “Savarona” is a 446 footer built in 1931 and is the seventh largest yacht in the world. With a 282-foot gold trimmed original grand staircase, and a capacity of 34, charter rates run between $200,000 and $400,000 a week. It cost $4 million in 1931 and today would cost about $55 million. However, the property that lands at number seven on our list is $25 million more than the Savarona. The Hummingbird Nest Ranch Estate is situated in the Santa Susana Mountains close to downtown Los Angeles. With extensive landscaping and room for private events, the ranch is popular to many film sites. 
As the most popular fractional ownership mega-yacht, “Rising Sun” comes in at six. Owned by Larry Ellison of Oracle, the 454-foot yacht has 82 rooms over five stories, a basketball court and four propellers, which power it to a cruising speed of 28 knots. Our number six property, consists of 5.5 acres on the East Honolulu coastline. Able to be divided into three separate parcels, the $80,000 listing is sited in the prestigious Portlock neighborhood.
Courtesy of Expat Consulting
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Aslan Kurtaran and his highly qualified team are the most exclusive providers of real estate in Vienna. His additional relocation services, enables singles and families from international backgrounds to settle quickly in their new environment.
A few years ago, Aslan Kurtaran had a vision: He wanted to become the best address offering the most exclusive properties on the Viennese market. He envisioned a hand-picked team with international experience working out of the best possible location. Today, his dream has been realized, in an office that views Vienna’s most famous landmark, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and his team are the top agents of Vienna’s real estate market and know every aspect of relocating in Vienna.
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Aslan Kurtaran ist mit seinem hochqualifizierten Team der exklusivste Anbieter von Top-Immobilien vor allem in Wien. Sein zusätzliches Relocation- Service erleichtert internationalen Singles und Familien das schnelle Einleben in der neuen Umgebung.
Vor einigen Jahren hatte Aslan Kurtaran eine Vision: er wollte bei Spitzenimmobilien die erste Adresse am Wiener Markt werden. Er träumte von einem handverlesenen Team mit international erfahrenen Mitarbeitern und einem Büro in bester Lage. Heute hat er ein adäquates Büro mit Blick auf den Stephansdom und ein hochprofessionelles Team, auf das er sich 100%ig verlassen kann.
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Аслан Куртаран со своей высококвалифи-цированной командой является самым экс-клюзивным оферентом лучших объектов недвижимости, прежде всего в Вене. А его до- полнительная услуга по передислокации об-легчает неместным одиноким лицам и семьям быстрое привыкание на новом месте.
Несколько лет назад, Аслан Куртаран решил ре- ализовать свою мечту – сделать свою компанию ведущей на Венском рынке эксклюзивной не- движимости. Он мечтал об избранной команде
сотрудников с международным опытом и офи- сом в лучшем районе. Сегодня у него соответ- ствующий офис с видом на кафедральный собор Св. Стефана и высокопрофессиональная коман- да, на которую он может 100% положиться.
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(TIBAS, San Jose, June 15, 2010) – Coldwell Banker Costa Rica has 11 offices throughout Costa Rica, in prime locations. Each office has extensive property inventories they are anxious to share with prospective buyers and professional real estate associates internationally through the Luxury Real Estate web site and networking programs.
Watch for the publication of their inventory in a couple of weeks on www.luxuryrealestate.com
About Coldwell Banker Costa Rica
Coldwell Banker, with over 104 years of international real estate experience, has been operating in Costa Rica since 1998. Their franchise offices are located in prime locations throughout the country and their sales associates have extensive expertise in their local markets. Coldwell Banker diligently and continuously researches and implements ways to provide improved services to their clients. “The foundation of our success is operating with core values directed toward customer satisfaction and service” (Linda Gray, President of Coldwell Banker Costa Rica).
About Luxury Real Estate
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.
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