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Sotheby's International Realty brand experiences unprecedented growth

Posted February 21, 2011

 

tomlinsonsotheby'sSotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that it grew both the office and agent count within its global network by 11 percent in 2010, ending the year with 11,700 sales associates located in more than 550 offices in 44 countries and territories worldwide.

“In addition to our office growth, the Sotheby’s International Realty brand also proudly grew our network by more than 1,100 sales associates in 2010, demonstrating the appeal of our luxury real estate brand and what we offer those brokers and sales professionals who are part of our international system,” said Michael R. Good, chief executive officer, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC.

“Last year we achieved our primary domestic growth plans by gaining a presence in several key California markets as well as Dallas, Texas, and Naples, Florida,” added Good. “We also achieved critical international objectives with the signing of new master ...


Evidence that we have reached the bottom in the housing market

Posted October 28, 2010

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Home construction continues to grow

Posted October 20, 2010

U.S. home construction rose last month, suggesting that the lull in the housing market that followed the expiration of home-buyer tax breaks in the spring has ended.September construction starts on ...


6 months from bottom to top: BlackRockFineHomes.com proves to be the source for Coeur d'Alene luxury real estate

Posted September 16, 2010

Six months ago, Black Rock Properties, LLC showcased a new website geared around luxury real estate in the greater Coeur d'Alene, Idaho area. Since that time, the website has grown ...


Are you a foreign buyer for Coeur d'Alene real estate? Here is some advice for foreign home buyers

Posted September 07, 2010

House of Representatives b ill H.R. 5072, known as the FHA Reform Act of 2010, has passed the House and been referred to the Senate. As now written, it will ...


Mortgage rates continue to hit record lows in Coeur d'Alene

Posted September 03, 2010

Average mortgage rates hit another record low even as Treasurys sold off, according to Freddie Mac's weekly survey of mortgage rates.Mortgage rates have been slumping for months as investors buy ...


Average median home price rises in July showing signs of a stabilization.

Posted August 24, 2010

Once again, some more negative news regarding the state of the housing market hit the press today. The number of existing home sales decline in July to the lowest level ...


The realities of the luxury housing market supply in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Posted August 21, 2010

There is no denying that in Coeur d'Alene, and around the world, the luxury housing market has seen a tremendous downturn.As of August 21, 2010, the Coeur d'Alene Multiple Listing ...


Interest rates tell us it is time to buy in Coeur d'Alene!

Posted July 16, 2010

Borrowing money to buy Coeur d'Alene real estate may be a more complex process than it was several years ago, but when interest rates are lower than they've been in ...


Luxury Home Sales Bounce Back!

Posted May 31, 2010

After a near-disastrous 2009, the luxury market appears to be making a comeback, driven by growing buyer confidence, improved financing conditions and more-realistic seller pricing. Despite the housing downturn, attractively ...