York and Ogunquit, Maine (August 26, 2020) – 
Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty is pleased to announce the addition of Andrea Swanson to its team of esteemed real estate professionals serving the greater Southern Maine and New Hampshire markets. Andrea brings a wealth of experience to the team with her many years serving customers and clients with the utmost professionalism and integrity from her 30-plus years managing the design and construction of luxury estates and the restoration of American landmarks. Prior to joining Anne Erwin Sotheby’s International Realty, Andrea was affiliated with Tate and Foss Sotheby’s International Realty. As more people are moving to the coast from places like Boston and New York, Anne Erwin Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to be adding Andrea to its roster of talented, hard-working, and well-regarded agents. Our direct access to the latest technological innovations and the global network of Sotheby's International Realty® agents makes us the modern go-to for sellers and buyers who can expect us to deliver a truly personalized, client driven experience.
Linda Briggs, owner of Anne Erwin Sotheby’s International Realty says, "We are so fortunate to bring on board an associate of Andrea's caliber to our team, and we have nothing but good things to say about her work ethic, her dedication to her clients, and her undying enthusiasm for her work. Andrea has developed not only her real estate career along the seacoast, but her own family roots run deep here. Andrea lives in Kittery, where her ancestors were the founding families in the early 1600's."
Andrea is a member of the York County Council of REALTORS®, Maine Association of REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS®. As the exclusive affiliate of Sotheby's International Realty in Southern Maine and Seacoast New Hampshire, property listings of Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty are distributed on the newly redesigned sothebysrealty.com global website, as well as on the firm's local website, anneerwin.com.
Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty has had a leading presence in the southern Maine real estate market for 40 years. Founded in 1980, the company offers an extensive selection of distinctive homes in every price range in Maine and NH. Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty has offices located at 31 Long Sands Road, York, Maine and 19 Beach Street, Ogunquit, Maine. The Sotheby's International Realty® luxury real estate network continues to expand worldwide, with offices located in luxury markets within metropolitan areas and destination communities around the world. Currently, there are over 23,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in nearly 1,000 offices in 71 countries and territories worldwide.
York, Maine (February 11, 2019) – 
Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty is pleased to announce the addition of REALTOR® Lianne LaBonte Cronin to the team.
"Lianne's nine years of experience as an agent on the Maine and New Hampshire seacoast, plus her background as a corporate IT manager, provide her with an in depth-knowledge of internet marketing and its vital role in real estate," says Broker/Owner, Linda Briggs. "Her work has taught her how effective online technologies are for expedited and specialized service for our clients. We are thrilled to have her join our collaborative team."
"The Sotheby's International Realty brand name recognition is extraordinary as are their cutting-edge global marketing technologies," comments Cronin. "Leveraging Sotheby's International Realty's brand power plus my local knowledge will allow me to create more opportunities for my buyer and seller clients. I am committed to providing an unparalleled real estate experience through my association with Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty."
Lianne has developed not only her real estate career in the Seacoast, but also her family roots here. An Alumna of York High School and Bentley College, Lianne resides in York with her husband, Jim, and three sons. She is a member of the York Golf & Tennis Club, is an avid paddleboarder in the milder months, and a downhill skier in the winter. Her knowledge and love of the area adds to the value she brings to both sellers and buyers in Maine and New Hampshire.
"We are honored to welcome Lianne to our team," said Briggs. "Having an established, full-time, career in the Seacoast, she has her finger on the pulse of our market. Her proven track record and outstanding reputation in the community will make an immediate and positive impact on my organization"
Lianne is a member of the York County Council of REALTORS®, Maine Association of REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS®. As the exclusive affiliate of Sotheby's International Realty in Southern Maine and Seacoast New Hampshire, property listings of Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty are distributed worldwide on the sothebysrealty.com global website, as well as on the firm's local website, http://www.anneerwin.com.
Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty has had a leading presence in the southern Maine real estate market for over 35 years. Founded in 1980, the company offers an extensive selection of distinctive homes in every price range in Maine and NH. Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty has offices located at 31 Long Sands Road, York, Maine and 19 Beach Street, Ogunquit, Maine.
The Sotheby's International Realty® luxury real estate network continues to expand worldwide, with offices located in luxury markets within metropolitan areas and destination communities around the world. Currently, there are over 22,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in over 970 offices in 72 countries and territories worldwide.
York & Ogunquit, Maine (August 9, 2017) – 
Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty, one of Maine's leading luxury real estate services firms, is pleased to announce that Skanlon Sittig has joined the firm's professional team.
"We are thrilled to welcome Skanlon to both our York and Ogunquit offices" said Linda Briggs, President and Owner of Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty. "Skanlon brings an unrivaled reputation with his strong work ethic, expert negotiating skills, and an extensive knowledge of the coastal real estate market. His warm and poised personality provides buyers and sellers with a very positive real estate experience."
Skanlon is a seasoned real estate professional with over 20 years of experience in the southern Maine real estate market. His real estate career began as a Certified Real Estate Appraiser, a license he still holds in addition to being a REALTOR®. As a REALTOR® with an appraisal background, Skanlon brings a wealth of diverse expertise. He has worked across a broad array of property types, classifications, and price points including single-family homes, multi-unit, and condominiums for both buyers and sellers.
"I have long admired Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty and the team's collaborative spirit," Skanlon says. "Their approach is defined by a greater commitment to service. I am excited to work with a world-class marketing firm to grow my business and continue to offer my clients a superior experience." The Sotheby's International Realty network currently has more than 21,000 sales associates located in approximately 900 offices in 68 countries and territories worldwide. Each office is independently owned and operated.
Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty has had a leading presence in the southern Maine real estate market for over 35 years. Founded in 1980, the company offers a wide selection of oceanfront, ocean view, waterfront, water view and distinctive homes in every price range in southern Maine including York, Cape Neddick, Kittery, Kittery Point, Ogunquit, Wells, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, South Berwick, and Eliot. Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty is located at 31 Long Sands Road, York, Maine and 19 Beach Street, Ogunquit, Maine. As the exclusive affiliate of Sotheby's International Realty in the Southern Maine region, property listings of Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty are distributed worldwide on the sothebysrealty.com global website, as well as on the firm's local website, http://www.anneerwin.com.
Maine Listings reported yesterday that Maine home prices were up 5.12 percent in May over May of 2016. They said lower than normal inventory of existing single family homes in Maine led to an 8.85 percent decline in May 2017 sales. However, according to Maine Listings, the median sales price (MSP) for the 1,524 homes sold last month rose 5.12 percent to $200,000. The MSP indicates that half of the homes were sold for more and half sold for less.
"Along the coast, in York County, sales for single-family homes priced between $200,000 and $700,000 beat the rest of the market," states Linda Briggs, owner of Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty. "Our office has felt the lack the inventory of homes coming to the market and agree with the trend that these mid-market homes are maintaining value and see some values increasing," said Briggs. "It's the luxury market that's been suffering, only 10 homes, priced above $2 million have sold in the last 365 days in York County. And of those 10 homes our office listed 3 of them, more than any other office," Briggs continued. "With a strong internet presence, there is no lack of visibility, however luxury buyers appear to be taking their time. The better weather and summer season should see an increase in activity."
Nationally, single family home sales increased 2.7 percent. The National Association of Realtors reported a nationwide MSP of $254,600 a 6.0 percent jump from one year ago. The Northeastern US experienced a sales increase of 2.6 percent and the regional MSP rose 4.7 percent to $281,300.
Below are two charts showing statistics for Maine and York county. The first chart lists statistics for the month of May only, statewide. The second chart compares the number of existing, single-family homes sold (units) and volume (MSP) during the rolling quarter of March, April and May of 2016 and 2017.
YORK, Maine (October 20, 2016) — Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty 
welcomed Louise Ducharme, a licensed Maine and New Hampshire Broker with 25+ years of real estate experience and a background in marketing and sales of new construction projects, to its team of professionals. She will be working out of both the York and Ogunquit offices.
Amongst her long list of designations and certifications, Louise is a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, REALTOR®, and is a skilled professional both in pricing strategy and in representation of the buyer and seller. Louise attributes her many years of success in Southern Maine real estate to her robust referral network. At the root of her business are her passion and pride for nurturing relationships with past, present and future clients. These relationships are built on trust, commitment and the connections that flourish long after the transaction is closed. Much like her client relationships, Louise also has exceptional connections with other top real-estate professionals. Developing and maintaining these bonds not only give Louise access to a vast network of like minded individuals but also the opportunity to grow and learn each and every day.
"We have a track-record of success and are dedicated to providing superior service to all of our clients." says Linda Briggs, owner of Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty. "Louise adds to my team of top brokers by differentiating herself as one who benefits from a massive sphere of influence." Linda continues, "Louise is warm-hearted, energetic and extremely diligent." She notes that, "being a native of Montréal, Canada and fluent in French, Louise provides a great service when working with our neighbors to the North, something that is common particularly in our Ogunquit office."
The Sotheby's International Realty network currently has more than 19,000 sales associates located in approximately 850 offices in 65 countries and territories worldwide. Each office is independently owned and operated.
Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty has had a leading presence in the southern Maine real estate market for over 35 years. Founded in 1980, the company offers a wide selection of oceanfront, ocean view, waterfront, water view and distinctive homes in every price range in southern Maine including York, Cape Neddick, Kittery, Kittery Point, Ogunquit, Wells, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, South Berwick, and Eliot. Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty is located at 31 Long Sands Road, York, Maine and 19 Beach Street, Ogunquit, Maine.
YORK, Maine - March 21, 2014 - It is with pleasure that Anne Erwin Sotheby's 
International Realty shares that Rick Cosseboom has joined our firm. Rick Cosseboom is a long time resident of the Southern Maine region. He has an extensive background in business, marketing and real estate sales and is a natural in serving clients to achieve their goals. His decision to join the Sotheby's International Realty brand will allow him to offer unparalleled customer experience through the prestigious brand. The relationship with the premier brand affirms his commitment toward providing a superior level of service, marketing and expertise in York, Ogunquit, Wells, Kittery and around the world! Read Rick's bio here.
Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced it won Franchise Business Review's Best in Category for Real Estate Franchisee Satisfaction award for the seventh year in a row.
The Best in Category award measures franchisee satisfaction with their franchisors and is part of the 9th annual Franchisee Satisfaction Awards presented by Franchise Business Review. In addition to its real estate ranking, the Sotheby's International Realty® brand also came in third overall among the Top 50 "Systems with 250 or more units," which is a ranking of all franchise systems across all categories with more than 250 locations.
"We are very proud to receive this distinction for the seventh year in a row as it demonstrates that we are providing our network members with quality service and valuable tools and resources," said Philip White, president and chief executive officer, Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC. "Our goal is always to help our network achieve greater levels of success. This award is so important to us because it is measured by input from our most important asset: our affiliates."
Franchise Business Review surveyed more than 26,000 franchisees from more than 350 leading systems for the annual Franchisee Satisfaction Awards. Franchises were evaluated in five areas: training and support, franchise system, franchisor/franchisee relations, financial opportunity and overall satisfaction. Additionally, demographic and lifestyle questions gave a 360-degree view of the franchise ownership experience. Franchise Business Review is a national franchise market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction and franchise buyer experiences. For a complete list of this year's award winners, go to www.FBR50.com.
"The Sotheby's International Realty brand has been No. 1 in our Real Estate category since they began surveying in 2008," said Franchise Business Review president Michelle Rowan. "Their leadership is highly focused on the success of their franchisees, and it shows, year after year, in the culture of the company and the satisfaction of their agents."
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine (August 21, 2013) — Sales of single family existing homes in Maine rose by impressive double digits last month. According to sales statistics released by Maine Listings, Realtors sold 1,426 homes in July, up 31.31 percent from July 2012. The median sales price (MSP) increased 4.68 percent to $179,000. The MSP indicates that half of the homes were sold for more and half sold for less. Nationally, sales of single family existing homes were up 16.4 percent last month. The National Association of Realtors reported a national MSP of $214,000 a 13.5 percent rise in 12 months. Sales in the Northeastern U.S. jumped 20.3 percent, while the regional MSP increased 6.7 percent to $271,200
Bart Stevens, President of The Maine Association of Realtors, said, "Sellers have reacted strongly to buyer interest this summer, and have placed homes on the market at a steady pace. Homes that are priced according to the local market continue to sell faster than others who are 'testing' the market waters. Realtors educate sellers on properly pricing and staging their homes for the best outcome. Buyers continue to be price sensitive and want the fairest deal possible, and Realtors keep clients well informed of the choices available." Stevens, owner/broker with Century 21 Nason Realty in Winslow, reported that consumers remain optimistic and recognize the value of owning vs. renting. "Activity over the summer remained strong with b uyers from all price points," he said. "Fall generally represents a strong sales season here in Maine, and the market should move along at a comfortable pace." Below are two charts showing statistics for Maine and its 16 counties. The first chart lists statistics for the month of July only, statewide. The second chart compares the number of existing, single family homes sold (units) and volume (MSP) during the months of May, June and July of 2012 and 2013.
Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty has had a leading presence in the southern Maine real estate market for over 30 years. Founded in 1980, the company offers a wide selection of oceanfront, ocean view, waterfront, water view and distinctive homes in every price range in southern Maine including York, Cape Neddick, Kittery, Kittery Point, Ogunquit, Wells, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, South Berwick, and Eliot. Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty is located at 31 Long Sands Road, York, Maine.
YORK, Maine (February 27, 2013) – Southern Maine's premier residential real estate firm, Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty, has announced its new office space located at The Emerson House, 31 Long Sands Road in York Village. "The purchase of the 18th century building was initiated by the interest to acquire an important building in York's rich history, as well as to accommodate parking and space for its team of professionals. This building, in the heart of York Village, showcases the stature of the Sotheby's International Realty® brand and is the perfect home for my team", said Linda Briggs, owner of Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty.
"We should be all settled in the first week of March" said Briggs. "As we all know, moving can be daunting, but exciting. We are thrilled to be moving into a beautiful antique building that will truly appeal to the clients of this luxury, global brand."
"We are certain that this move will allow us to serve the Southern Maine community with the professionalism and style they have come to expect from us," Ms. Briggs said.
Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty has had a leading presence in the southern Maine real estate market for over 30 years. Founded in 1980, the company offers a wide selection of oceanfront, ocean view, waterfront, water view and distinctive homes in every price range in southern Maine including York, Cape Neddick, Kittery, Kittery Point, Ogunquit, Wells, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, South Berwick, and Eliot. Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty is located at 31 Long Sands Road, York, Maine.
The Sotheby's International Realty network currently has nearly 12,000 sales associates located in approximately 625 offices in 44 countries and territories worldwide. Affiliations in the Sotheby's International Realty system are granted only to brokerages and individuals meeting strict qualifications. Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC supports its affiliates with a host of operational, marketing, recruiting, educational and business development resources. Franchise affiliates also benefit from an association with the venerable Sotheby's auction house, established in 1744. For more information, visit www.sothebysrealty.com.
