Sotheby's International Realty is pleased to announce that once again it is the most represented real estate brand on the 2022 REAL Trends "The Thousand" Individuals by Sales Volume list. The rankings represent the brand's unparalleled network of luxury agents, accounting for nearly 20% of the Individuals by Sales Volume category. The annual report ranks America's top 1,000 residential real estate agents and teams based on 2021 annual sales volume and transaction sides.
"Once again, Sotheby's International Realty agents continue to outperform the industry," said Philip White, president and CEO of Sotheby's International Realty. "In 2021, the brand achieved a global sales volume of US$204 billion – a more than 33% increase year-over-year, significantly outpacing NAR¹. These rankings show that more luxury agents who transact at the high-end are affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty than any other brand, and it recognizes their many accomplishments during another historic year. I am proud to work alongside the best in the business."
2022 REAL Trends "The Thousand" Rankings (Listed in Alphabetical Order):
Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty
CAIN Group
Canning Properties Group
Dreyfus Group
Echelberger Group
Gregg Lynn Team
Huff/Vaughn/Sassi
Luxury Property Group
Michelle Thomas Team
Private Client Group
Stanfield Real Estate Group
The Behr Team
The Field Team
The Power of 4
The Waterfront Team
Tom Evans Real Estate
On the 2022 list, Sotheby's International Realty claimed 43 of the top 250 sales associates in the REAL Trends individual sales volume category.
Chris Adlam
Ralph Arias
Scott Aurich
Serena Boardman
Binkan Cinaroglu
Lisa Cregan
Dan Dockray
Robert Dullnig
Andrew Ernemann
Carrie B. Goodman
Harald Grant
Eric Iantorno
Brad Kappel
Chris Klug
Michael LaPay
Eric Lavey
Mary Lee
Ginger Martin
Michael Martinez
Leslie McElwreath
Chandra Miller
Beate V. Moore
Craig Morris
Todd Peter
Russell Post
Bridget Ramey
Michael Rankin
Garrett Reuss
Hillary Ryan
Joseph Sabeh
Linda Sansone
Tara Shapiro
Tina Shone
John Shroyer
Wendy Storch
Darlene Streit
Alexis Tarumianz
Tyler Thomas
Jorge Uribe
Karen Van Arsdale
Christian Wach
Kumara Wilcoxon
Lea Williams
Binkan Cinaroglu
Anne Lusk
Darlene Streit
Michelle Thomas Team
The complete "The Thousand" top real estate professionals list can be found on REAL Trends' website, www.realtrends.com.
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Originally published on February 22, 2022 | Extraordinary Living Blog
Sotheby's International Realty is pleased to announce that its global network achieved a record US$204 billion in 2021 global sales volume, a 36% increase in sales growth year over year, as U.S. cities saw a resurgence of interest following the pandemic and sales activity in secondary and resort markets around the world remained strong. The brand's U.S. sales volume grew by 33.8% year over year, significantly outpacing NAR's national increase of 20.6% from the prior year,1 underscoring the brand's leadership in the high-end market.
"Our office’s sales volume in York County increased by nearly 35% over 2020 totals."2 said Linda Briggs, broker/owner of Anne Erwin Sotheby’s International Realty. "Our agents outperformed the industry average as clients continued to depend on our trusted expertise to navigate a constrained market."
The Sotheby's International Realty® brand's existing presence in major metropolitan and resort markets around the world ensured the brand was well-prepared to meet the renewed interest in cities and the sustained boom of secondary home markets.
Interest in U.S. cities such as New York, Miami, San Francisco, and Austin returned to pre-pandemic levels and helped trigger record-breaking sales. Other U.S. cities, such as Atlanta, Houston, and Los Angeles, also saw strong performances in 2021.
With remote and hybrid work models influencing buyer behavior in 2021, secondary markets and resort areas continued to produce high demand and increased prices. In the U.S., areas such as Florida, Hawaii, and Colorado saw record performances. Globally, second home markets in Australia, Spain, and Switzerland and resort areas in the Bahamas, Cayman Islands, Turks & Caicos, and Puerto Rico achieved notable growth and record sales.
As buyers continued to prioritize properties that offered more space and land, states with no income tax such as Florida, Texas, and Wyoming offered added appeal, while the Bahamas, Cayman Islands, Switzerland, Hong Kong, and Singapore remained popular for their favorable tax structures and saw significant gains.
Sotheby's International Realty continued to lead the industry with its technology and marketing efforts. Sothebysrealty.com saw more than 46 million visitors in 2021, a 25% increase year-over-year and the most visits to the website in its history. The site was also named Best Real Estate Website in the People's Choice Category in the 25th Annual Webby Awards, recognizing the brand's efforts to introduce translations in 14 languages, nearly 60 currency conversions, and a mobile-first approach to emphasize the method in which today's clients are buying and selling homes.
Property videos, which exploded in popularity during the 2020 lockdown, have continued to trend as more buyers start the initial viewing process online. Videos produced by Sotheby's International Realty agents were played nearly 90 million times – a 50% increase year-over-year.
Sotheby's International Realty was also awarded the honor of 2021 Top Luxury Brokerage by Inman, the industry's leading source of real estate information. The prestigious award is a testament to the brand's achievements in luxury marketing, record-breaking sales, and high-quality service.
"Buyers continue to rely on virtual technology to make their homebuying process more convenient," said Chief Marketing Officer, Bradley Nelson. "As a brand, we have always sought out to establish the highest standard for marketing luxury properties and I am proud that our marketing and technology investments have been recognized as the ‘best' in the industry in 2021."
During another record year, Sotheby's International Realty continued to strategically expand its presence around the world. In 2021, the brand opened 86 new offices, bringing the brand's total presence to more than 1,000 offices in 79 countries and territories with more than 25,000 independent sales associates worldwide.
"Sotheby's International Realty continued to expand internationally in key markets," said Tammy Fahmi, senior vice president of global servicing and strategy for Sotheby's International Realty. "In 2021, the brand opened offices in five new territories and our international sales volume grew by 56% year over year. Our global presence is a draw for our agents and clients, and we continue to evaluate markets that will support our strategic growth."
In the EMEIA region, the brand expanded to Oman and Morocco and opened three new offices in the Swiss Alps region. In the Caribbean and Latin American region, the brand opened new offices in Jamaica and St. Kitts & Nevis during a boom of Caribbean interest.
As affluent individuals looked to purchase homes in a market with limited inventory, Sotheby's International Realty agents acted as true global real estate advisors. Referral sales volume within the brand's global network increased by nearly 80% year over year and the average sales price of these referrals increased by 21% year over year.
"Our ability to produce another historic year amid record demand and low inventory shows beyond a doubt that Sotheby's International Realty agents are resourceful, committed, and informed to meet and exceed the needs of their clients," concluded Fahmi.
Originally published on January 10, 2022 | Extraordinary Living Blog
The Sotheby’s International Realty® 2022 Luxury Outlook report is an ambitious exploration into high-end residential markets across the globe. With demand reaching record levels, inventory generally not keeping up, and people caring more than ever about their homes, this year has been a busy one. In this report, we follow the trends that are likely to shape the coming months across the world's prime housing markets, from the resurgence of urban cities to the return of the international buyer.
"More than ever—for buyers and sellers—working with a knowledgeable agent who truly understands the local market is of utmost importance. A great agent scours the market for deals where there is minimized inventory and can advise on the strongest secondary markets and areas of highest potential growth." - Philip A. White Jr., president and chief executive officer, Sotheby’s International Realty®
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16-18 Bald Head Cliff Road South, Cape Neddick - sold by Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty - was 2021's highest sale in York, Maine.
2021 vs 2020 Local Statistics:
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Originally published on February 25, 2021 | Extraordinary Living Blog
Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce that its affiliated brokers and independent sales professionals achieved a record US$150 billion in 2020 global sales volume, a nearly 32% increase in sales growth year over year, as the definition of home changed for consumers around the world. Due to a longstanding commitment to innovation, Sotheby's International Realty® agents were able to seamlessly help clients navigate the changing market dynamics brought on by the global pandemic with existing technology offerings which propelled business momentum.
"Agents affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty quickly pivoted to address the impact of the global pandemic," said Philip White, president and CEO of Sotheby's International Realty. "Thanks to innovations we pioneered nearly a decade ago, our affiliated companies and agents made the impossible possible. Their adaptability to serve clients safely further extended our position as a leader in luxury real estate."
Sotheby's International Realty continued to lead the industry and was well-positioned to meet the needs of consumers as the buying and selling process became increasingly virtual. Sotheby's International Realty agents accelerated the use of the brand's existing video, virtual reality, and live-streaming technology to produce new forms of content that engaged buyers and set a new standard for marketing luxury properties. Currently, buyers can safely tour more than 6,000 properties via virtual reality or video on sothebysrealty.com. Property videos also proved engaging on social media where the brand's YouTube channel delivered 43 million views, or the equivalent of more than one million hours watched.
"As a leader in the luxury real estate industry, Sotheby’s International Realty is able to anticipate trends," said Chief Marketing Officer, Bradley Nelson. "Our priority remains to present listings in the best possible manner and to provide a superb end-user experience however buyers prefer to search for their new home. Virtual technology has been at the forefront of our marketing strategy for several years and comes as naturally to us as our commitment to high quality service."
Despite travel restrictions, Sotheby's International Realty remained committed to expanding its global footprint and achieving strategic growth. In 2020, the brand opened more than 50 new offices across the world, bringing the brand’s total presence to nearly 1,000 offices in 75 countries and territories with approximately 24,000 independent sales associates worldwide.
The brand's existing affiliated companies around the world continued to grow in 2020. Sotheby's International Realty increased its total domestic presence to 45 states around the country. Sotheby's International Realty facilitated affiliate expansions through 12 domestic M&A transactions, including California, Colorado, Florida, Massachusetts, and Washington.
The brand also continued to expand internationally in key markets and opened offices in seven new territories. In Europe, the brand expanded to Ukraine, Romania, Montenegro, and in Germany. In the Asia-Pacific region, the brand opened its first office in South Korea and expanded in the Caribbean and Latin American region with two new offices in Paraguay and Antigua & Barbuda.
"Our international footprint is one of our greatest competitive advantages," said Tammy Fahmi, vice president, global operations and international servicing. "Our brand's locations are in the most desirable places around the globe, so our clients know they can rely on our local market expertise wherever they are looking to buy or sell."
As affluent individuals looked to acquire secondary homes in markets around the world, Sotheby's International Realty agents acted as true global real estate advisors and referral volume surged by 42% to US$2.9 billion in closed sales volume.
"Our 2020 results prove what is possible when you focus on quality above all else. We remain proud to be the real estate brand of choice for so many luxury real estate experts and affluent clients. We will continue to work tirelessly to prove their trust has been well placed," concluded White.
Originally published on February 1, 2021 | Extraordinary Living Blog
Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce the release of its inaugural 2021 Luxury Outlook report which examines high-end residential markets across the globe in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. The comprehensive report provides insight into the world’s top primary and secondary markets and the anticipated wealth trends that will drive discretionary investment in the coming months. The report reveals that global wealth is forecasted to grow and pandemic trends are expected to persist in the year ahead. With priorities shifting toward larger homes with special amenities, including "Zoom rooms," multiple offices and workspaces, and an increased interest in sustainable homes with wellness and technology features, the Luxury Outlook highlights new spending habits and homebuying trends.
"As a leader in luxury real estate, it was important for us to analyze trends emerging from the most unparalleled year in modern history," said Bradley Nelson, chief marketing officer for Sotheby’s International Realty. "The pandemic recalibrated interest in larger, greener properties, secondary cities, and geographies with favorable tax and emigration policies. These preferences are likely here to stay for the foreseeable future, and it was important for us to provide a resource to those looking to navigate the months ahead."
4 Bayberry Lane, Cape Neddick - listed and sold by Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty - was 2020's highest sale in York, Maine.
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