Realtor | Corey Dwan

Sotheby’s International Realty Brand Welcomes Three Firms to Network

PARSIPPANY, N.J. (Dec.19, 2008) –Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced it has expanded its presence in New Jersey, New York and North Carolina with the addition of three firms to its luxury real estate network.

The three firms are: Goldcoast Realty in Ocean City, N.J., which now will do business as Goldcoast Sotheby’s International Realty; Exclusive Properties Sotheby's International Realty in Riverdale, N.Y.; and Cullasaja Realty in Highlands, N.C., which now will operate as Exurbia Sotheby’s International Realty.

“These firms represent quality growth for our brand as we continue to expand our footprint in key luxury markets across the United States,” said Michael R. Good, president and chief executive officer, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. “The fine real estate professionals who are leading these firms have a proven dedication to quality, making them an ideal fit for our brand and what we stand for.”

Goldcoast Sotheby’s International Realty is owned by Burton F. Wilkins and located at 1760 Asbury Avenue, Ocean City, N.J., with 14 sales associates serving New Jersey’s Ocean City, Somers Point, Upper Township and the surrounding communities in Cape May and Atlantic counties.

“Our firm’s success for the last ten years has centered on our dedication to personal service and customer satisfaction,” said Wilkins. “As we continue to grow in this community, we are confident that with the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand behind us, we will be able to provide an unparalleled level of quality service to our valued clients.”

Exclusive Properties Sotheby’s International Realty is a new firm located at 3732 Riverdale Avenue, Riverdale, N.Y. Vasco Da Silva will serve as broker of record and executive vice president.

According to Da Silva, the firm’s team of sales associates will serve the Riverdale and surrounding markets. “Our mission is unwavering dedication to customer service and satisfaction,” he said. “We will help people meet their real estate needs by listening to their stated objectives and providing the expertise and service necessary to achieve them.”

Exurbia Sotheby’s International Realty is located at 1371 Cullasaja Club Drive, Highlands, N.C., and is owned by Wood and Jody Lovell. Its agents will serve the Highlands, Cashiers and Lake Toxaway markets.

“Our mission and culture places great importance on our core values of integrity, commitment and excellence,” said Wood Lovell. “We look beyond one transaction to build long-term relationships. We serve clients moving from large cities to high-quality small towns. In fact our name, Exurbia, defines this migration.”

The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has more than 10,500 sales associates located in more than 500 offices in 38 countries and territories worldwide. Goldcoast Sotheby’s International Realty, Exclusive Properties Sotheby’s International Realty and Exurbia Sotheby’s International Realty listings will be marketed on the sothebysrealty.com global Web site. In addition to the referral opportunities and widened exposure generated from this source, the firms’ brokers and clients will benefit from an association with the Sotheby’s auction house and worldwide Sotheby’s International Realty marketing programs.

About Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC
Founded in 1976 to provide independent brokerages with a powerful marketing and referral program for luxury listings, the Sotheby’s International Realty network was designed to connect the finest independent real estate companies to the most prestigious clientele in the world. In February 2004, Realogy Corporation, a global provider of real estate and relocation services, entered into a long-term strategic alliance with Sotheby’s, the operator of the auction house. The agreement provided for the licensing of the Sotheby’s International Realty name and the development of a full franchise system by Realogy’s subsidiary, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. Affiliations in the 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.