Th i s i s s u e o f C o l l e c t i o n s p r ov i d e s highl ights from markets around the

world including Beij ing, who is currently l ist ing the most expensive luxury home in China, over to West Vancouver, who achieved the highest sale ever recorded in that district. “International” is our middle name, and as we continue to expand our footprint, we continue to collect more unique stories of growth and connections from around the world.

2015 was a great year for the Sotheby ' s In te r n a t i o n a l Re a l t y b r a n d a n d we a re on pace in 2016 to reach, or even exceed, the $80 bil lion in U.S. home sales volume achieved last year. To date, we have proudly

entered into nearly ten new markets and our global presence now spans 65 countries and terr i tor ies , with more than 19,000 affiliated independent sales associates and approximately 850 Sotheby's International Realty branded offices worldwide.

Addit ional ly, sothebysrealty.com, which launched its new look and functionality in April 2015, saw a 63% year-over-year increase in visits. The website had a record 10.6 million sessions in the first half of 2016, up from 5.4 million sessions at the same time last year, and there are currently 21,800 properties listed at $1 million USD and above worldwide on sothebysrealty.com.

As we enter the last few months of this year, we celebrate the momentum that the Sotheby's

International Real ty brand cont inues to experience and I encourage you to continue networking with your fel low affiliates and leverage the power of this brand.

Enjoy this issue of Collections.

SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY®

COLLECTIONSVOLUME 3 2016

Featured above: The Promenade by Alfred Sisley

NEWS & INFORMATION ON THE GLOBAL REAL ESTATE MARKET FROM SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY® PROFESSIONALS WORLDWIDE

Philip WhitePresident & Chief Executive OfficerSotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC

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W O R L D W I D EGROWTH

The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently boasts approximately 850 offices in 65 countries and territories worldwide.Queretaro Sotheby’s International Realty | Queretaro, Queretaro, Mexico | $2 million USD | Prop ID: 53S5PT

for the CONNOISSEURS of LIFE

The following branch offices have opened:

■■ Bay Sotheby’s International Realty – Berkeley, CA

■■ Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty – Mattituck, NY

■■ Ewing & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty – Hidden Hills, CA

■■ Italy Sotheby’s International Realty – Turin, Italy

■■ Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty – Chicago, IL

■■ Kienlen Lattman Sotheby’s International Realty – Madison, NJ ■■ LIV Sotheby’s International Realty – Boulder, CO

■ Mauritius Sotheby’s International Realty – Black River, Mauritius ■ Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty – East Greenwich, RI; Barrington, RI; and Providence, RI ■ Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty – La Jolla, CA ■ Premier Sotheby’s International Realty – New London, NC ■ Queretaro Sotheby’s International Realty – Queretaro, Mexico ■ Roaring Fork Sotheby’s International Realty – Glenwood Springs, CO ■ Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty – Gilbert, AZ

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Access.SIR.comSPOTLIGHT ON

Access, the new communication and collaboration platform for the

Sotheby's International Realty brand, is designed to provide the most up-

to-date information and tools from the brand. Accessible on your phone,

desktop and tablet, Access is with you wherever you go.

Read on for a tour of Access highlights and some of the newest brand initiatives only available on Access.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ACCESS HOMEPAGE:

•Access is linked to the profiles of each individual

Sotheby's International Realty brand sales associate and is

updated in real-time with the latest personal stats including

active and pending listings

•Access to a buyer registry that matches client’s criteria

against all Sotheby's International Realty brand listings—including

pocket listings

•Access to a news feed of announcements from your

local company and the Sotheby's International Realty brand

•Access to a streamlined user interface with the ability to

bookmark frequently used content and tools

•Access to brand vignette videos highlighting premier

programs offered by the Sotheby's International Realty brand

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SPOTLIGHT ON Access.SIR.com

•The Brief: The script to get sales

associates ready to impress on listing

appointment.

•Love Nominations: The only place where companies can

nominate its sales associates properties for consideration

to be featured on the Sotheby's International Realty brand

platforms and various media outlets.

•The Love Machine: Provides the

estimated value of media placements.

ONLY AVAILABLE ON ACCESS:

We encourage you to make Access your daily go-to for the latest brand news and information.

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TAO HUA YUAN | BEIJING, CHINA

Beijing Sotheby’s International Realty has listed the most expensive property ever offered for sale in China with an asking price of ¥1,000,000,000 cny. The home is located

off the mainland on an island on the southern shore of Dushu Lake in Suzhou. The home spans 6,731 square-meters and boasts 32 bedrooms, 32 bathrooms and various gardens

and courtyards along the property. In line with the laws of Feng Shui, all of the bedrooms of the residence face south, and the island’s location and shape also follow suit. News of

the property listing broke on Mansion Global. Click Here for more information.

Beijing Sotheby’s International Realty | Beijing, China | ¥ 1 billion CNY | Prop ID: T62SLE

SEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K LISTINGS of DISTINCTION

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SANDOW LAKES RANCH | ROCKDALE, TEXAS

SEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K LISTINGS of DISTINCTION

Bernard Uechtritz of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty has listed a 33,777-acre ranch in Rockdale, Texas for $250,000,000 usd. Known as the Sandow Lakes

Ranch, the property boasts 14 lakes and spans three counties – Milam County, Lee County and Bastrop County. The sale of the property includes 100% of the proven water rights

as well as 100% of owned mineral rights. Click Here for more information.

Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty | Rockdale, Texas | $250 million USD | Prop ID: FT332F

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ALFRED HENRY JACOBS-DESIGNED MASTERPIECE | KENTFIELD, CALIFORNIA

Decker Bullock Sotheby’s International Realty | Kentfield, California | $6.3 million USD | Prop ID: 7C6589

SEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K LISTINGS of DISTINCTION

Designed in the 1930s by noted San Francisco architect Alfred Henry Jacobs, this

$6,300,000 usd manor is now on the market listed with Decker Bullock Sotheby’s

International Realty. The property has since been renovated and restored, keeping the

original architectural elements in place including the recurring diamond-shape theme in

the leaded glass windows, coffered ceilings, pocket doors and period mica lighting. The

6,200-square-foot estate features five bedrooms, a spacious top-of-the-line kitchen,

outdoor terrace with built-in BBQ, formal dining room and media room with bar area. In

addition, the property includes a guest casita, 70-foot lap pool, spa, garden with stone

fountain, playhouse, two-car garage and motor court. Click Here for more information.

Summertide, a lakefront property with an interesting and storied past, is being offered for

sale by Sierra Sotheby’s International Realty. Set upon the backdrop of Lake Tahoe’s

North Shore, the secluded 5.5-acre property is listed for $17,500,000 usd. The property

comprises a large renovated log cabin, a guest cottage, detached four-car garage and private

pier, boatlift and mooring buoy facilities. The main house was built circa 1934 by the late U.S.

Senator and former Governor of Nevada Tasker Lowndes Oddie. The property then went on

to be owned by Christian Arthur Wellesley, the Earl of Cowley and a direct descendent of the

Duke of Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, who is best known for defeating Napoleon. Other notable

personalities with ties to the property include Frank Sinatra, who leased the estate in the 1960s,

Marilyn Monroe, Chicago Crime Boss Sam Giancana and legendary entrepreneurial tycoon

Howard Hughes. The main house and guest house make up a combined 3,800 square-feet

with seven bedrooms and six-and-a-half bathrooms. Click Here for more information.

Sierra Sotheby’s International Realty | Crystal Bay, Nevada | $17.5 million USD | Prop ID: YZPPCE

HISTORIC SUMMERTIDE ESTATE | CRYSTAL BAY, NEVADA

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Kaiser Sotheby’s International Realty has listed a historic estate in Magnolia Springs,

Alabama for $3,950,000 usd. A true testament to the power of the Sotheby’s International

Realty network, the listing was brought to the company by Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International

Realty as a referral within the first 30 days of Kaiser Sotheby’s International Realty’s affiliation

with the brand. Built circa 1900, the property sits on Magnolia River and comprises three

residential buildings – Main House, with two bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, library and

garden with fountain; Magnolia House , consisting of two, two-bedroom guest apartments;

and River House, with three bedrooms, two bathrooms and riverfront porches. In addition,

the property has a pool house with an entertainment room, a boat house with three covered

boat slips, a home theater, children’s play area and a riverfront pier. The home was added to

the National Register of Historic Places in the late 1990s. Click Here for more information.

Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty has listed a newly renovated brick estate in

Wellesley, Massachusetts for $5,495,000 usd. A sprawling residence, the home is

situated on one acre of land and spans 12,500 square-feet featuring six bedrooms, six

full-bathrooms and four half-bathrooms. With elegant finishes throughout including

oversized windows, high-ceilings and fireplaces, the home additionally has an indoor

basketball court, gym with sauna and steam shower, billiards room with bar and a media

room. Also along the property is a carriage house with guest suite, heated pool, hot tub

and four-car garage. Click Here for more information.

SPRAWLING RENOVATED ESTATE | WELLESLEY, MASSACHUSETTS

Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty | Wellesley, Massachusetts | $5.295 million USD | Prop ID: F3T329

SEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K LISTINGS of DISTINCTION

Kaiser Sotheby’s International Realty | Magnolia Springs, Alabama | $3.95 million USD | Prop ID: P5TP8T

THE GOVERNOR'S CLUB ON MAGNOLIA RIVER | MAGNOLIA SPRINGS, ALABAMA

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SEEN & HEARD A ROU N D T H E N E T WO R K LISTINGS of DISTINCTION

Located in the village of Corsier, Cardis Immobilier Sotheby’s International Realty

has listed a four-bedroom country villa nestled on 1.73 acres of land. The property

price is available upon request. Originally built in the 1960s, the split-level home has

been well maintained and updated throughout the years and features high ceilings, a

contemporary Bulthaup kitchen, temperature-controlled wine cellar, and elevator. Also

along the property is a separate studio, outdoor swimming pool, tennis court and a

secluded 7,000-square-meter garden. Click Here for more information.

Listed with Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty, Mimosa Hall was built circa 1840

in a neoclassical, Jeffersonian-inspired style. With an asking price of $3,850,000 usd, this

is the first time the property is being offered for sale since 1947. A historic home, the nine- acre

property boasts quite an interesting past. During the Atlanta Campaign of the American Civil

War, Union soldiers commandeered the home to use as a hospital. In addition, architect Neel

Reid lived in the home and added on to the property, author Medora Fields set her mystery

novel Who Killed Aunt Maggie? in the home’s candle-lit rooms and the property has also

been visited by Joseph Campbell, Richard Leakey, Robert Shaw, Coca-Cola president Robert

Woodruff and former United States President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter.

Spanning 6,308 square-feet, the home features heart-of-pine floors, a black-and-white marble

hall, high ceilings, ten fireplaces, an outdoor swimming pool and extensive gardens. The home

was recently featured in Architectural Digest. Click Here for more information.

HISTORIC MIMOSA HALL | ROSWELL, GEORGIA

Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty | Roswell, Georgia | $3.85 million USD | Prop ID: M7DECLCardis Sotheby’s International Realty | Corsier, Switzerland | Price Upon Request | Prop ID: QJPSEM

CHARMING COUNTRY VILLA | CORSIER, SWITZERLAND

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Kurfiss Sotheby’s International Realty has listed the home of Bobby McFerrin,

ten-time Grammy Award-winner who rose to fame with the song “Don’t Worry, Be

Happy.” The five-bedroom estate is being offered for sale with the asking price

of $3,495,000 usd. Built circa 1860, the renovated 8,055-square-foot home

features five bedrooms, top-of-the-line chef’s kitchen, music room and attached

two-car garage. There are high-end finishes throughout including exposed stone

walls, fireplaces trimmed in custom tile, walls of custom windows and French doors.

The property was recently featured on Architectural Digest and Mansion Global. Click Here for more information.

Artisan Sotheby’s International Realty has listed the home of professional cyclist

Levi Leipheimer. Situated on five acres of land, Mr. Leipheimer personally selected

the location of the property because of the riding conditions in the area which are

ideal for race training. The $1,998,000 usd home spans 4,713 square-feet and

comprises four bedrooms, a professional-grade chef’s kitchen, dual iron wood

wrap-around decks, high ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. Also along the

property is a large fenced-in stable with two small barns and a manicured half-mile

walking trail. Click Here for more information.

GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING HOME | PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIAPRO ATHLETE’S ESTATE | SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA

SEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K LISTINGS of DISTINCTION

Kurfiss Sotheby’s International Realty | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | $3.495 million USD | Prop ID: QLHSGKArtisan Sotheby’s International Realty | Santa Rosa, California | $1.998 million USD | Prop ID: 4528QH

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Featured New Development: Harbour Tower | BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA

Ginevra Sotheby’s International Realty has been named the exclusive sales and

marketing team for Harbour Tower, a new development in Puerto Madero, Buenos

Aires, Argentina. Towering 50 stories over the city, the development boasts a unique

and modern design that will allow each residence to take in breathtaking views of the

surrounding river and metropolis. The property comprises 150 units ranging from

one to four bedrooms. Each residence will include an innovatively designed balcony,

top-of-the-line finishes and floor-to-ceiling windows; the top floor residences will

each feature exclusive, direct-entry elevators. Set atop the building, the last two

stories will comprise a duplex penthouse with a private pool, state-of-the-art fitness

center, barbecue grill and terrace-style balconies. Available units range in price from

$400,000 usd – $4,000,000 usd. Click Here for more information.

Ginevra Sotheby’s International Realty | Buenos Aires, Argentina | Harbour Tower

LISTINGS of DISTINCTIONSEEN & HEARD A ROU N D T H E N E T WO R K

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Erica Latta of Sotheby’s International Realty Canada completed the sale of a

$20,000,000 cad estate in West Vancouver, British Columbia. This record-

breaking sale is the highest ever residential sale in West Vancouver, according to

the local MLS. The home spans 13,000 square-feet and has five bedrooms, seven

bathrooms, a private elevator, an indoor pool and spa, an outdoor pool and spa,

chef’s kitchen and over 4,600 square-feet of slate terrace decks. There are high-end

finishes throughout including Brazilian Cherry floors, floor-to-ceiling windows and

Redl Kitchens cabinetry. A waterfront estate, the home additionally features a 50-foot

private yacht garage as well as an 8,000 gallon Koi pond and a five-car garage.

Sotheby’s International Realty Canada completed a record-breaking $20 million cad sale in West Vancouver

SIGNIFICANT SALESSEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K

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SIGNIFICANT SALESSEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K

Malta Sotheby’s International Realty recently completed the sale of a 16th century

palazzo in Vittoriosa for €4.160.000 eur. Unique in design, the property is

reminiscent of an impenetrable fortress featuring thick stone walls, stately rooms,

hidden staircases and commanding views of the harbor and marina. The home

comprises five bedroom suites and also includes a pool and rooftop deck.

Bob Hassett of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty recently completed the

second largest sale in Arizona history, selling a home for $13,700,000 usd. The

Scottsdale, Arizona estate spans 25,989 square-feet and includes nine bedrooms and

17 bathrooms. The sale was covered locally in The Arizona Republic. Hassett also

holds the record for the top largest sale in Arizona at $14,000,000 usd.

Malta Sotheby’s International Realty sold a palazzo in Vittoriosa for €4.16 million eurRuss Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty sold a Scottsdale, Arizona property for $13.7 million usd

imagine the extraordinary

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Chase Mizell and Josh Reeves of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty

represented both sides of a record-breaking sale in Atlanta, Georgia. The property,

a 17-acre riverfront estate, sold for $17,500,000 usd, the highest residential sale

ever recorded in Atlanta’s history. The previous record was $10,500,000 usd. The

buyer viewed the property video and flew out to see the home just days later. Nestled

near the Chattahoochee River, the gated property features a main house, guard house

and caretaker’s suite and features unrivaled amenities including an infinity pool,

tennis court, fully-equipped gym, home theater and an underground ballroom with

catering kitchen.

Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty represented both sides of the second

highest sale in Westerly, Rhode Island this year, according to the Rhode Island MLS.

Situated within the village of Watch Hill, the property sold for $3,275,000 usd.

Originally built in 1867, the 2,746-square-foot home has since been renovated and

restored and overlooks Watch Hill Harbor and Napatree Point.

SIGNIFICANT SALESSEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K

Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty completed a record-breaking $17.5 million usd sale Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty represented both sides of a $3.275 million usd sale

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SIGNIFICANT SALESSEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K

every home has a story

Cascade Sotheby’s International Realty completed one of the highest sales in the

state of Oregon for a property under 1,000 acres. Represented by Pam Mayo-Phillips

and Brook Havens, the 700-acre ranch with 3.6 miles of the Little Deschutes River sold

for $8,050,000 usd. The property features a 10,275-square-foot log home with

four bedrooms, a gourmet kitchen, wine cellar, custom carvings and a wrap-around

porch. The ranch also includes a four-stall barn, indoor arena, ranch manager’s home

and stocked pond with white sand beach and waterfalls.

Brazen Sotheby’s International Realty recently sold a property after a mere 10 days

of the home being on the market. This was the first time the home had been offered

for sale in over 40 years and it achieved a sale price of $4,500,000 usd. The

home is set in Cozy Cove on Lake Washington and features three bedrooms, 80 feet

of private waterfrontage and a 60-foot dock that can accommodate several boats.

Cascade Sotheby’s International Realty completed the sale of an $8.05 million usd ranch in OregonBrazen Sotheby’s International Realty completed the sale of a $4.5 million usd property in 10 days

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TRENDING NOWSEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K

Island Group Sotheby’s International Realty | Shaw Island | $1.495 million usd | Prop ID: 44KX5S Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty | Orcas Island | $10 million usd | Prop ID: VT62DZ Brazen Sotheby’s International Realty | Orcas Island | $2.5 million usd | Prop ID: MBLJF3

SAN JUAN ISLANDS, WASHINGTON –The Hamptons of the Pacific Northwest

As the Seattle Metropolitan Area continues to grow as

a major business and technological hub, the San Juan

Islands are emerging as an exclusive local vacation

destination with highly-coveted real estate opportunities

attracting a number of second and third homebuyers—

likening the area to The Hamptons on the other side of the

country. Realogics Sotheby's International Realty has

had a keen interest in this trend and provided interesting

market stats on this exciting area in the Pacific Northwest:

• Located north of Seattle and accessible only via ferry

or seaplane

• 577 inbound relocations in 2015 including 16 from

foreign countries

• Nearly one-third of all homes on the market cite water

frontage

• Median price range is $1.75 million usdRealogics Sotheby’s International Realty | San Juan Islands | $1.895 million USD | Prop ID: 95MSKH

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POWER of the BRAND

Landmark Sotheby’s International Realty and Sotheby’s International Realty –East Side Manhattan Brokerage tapped into the power of the Sotheby’s

International Realty brand and collaborated to sell a high-profile property in

Wilmington, North Carolina. The property was the backdrop for “Grayson

Manor” on ABC’s popular television drama Revenge. As a widely recognized local

landmark, the seller felt that the home needed to be represented by the Sotheby’s

International Realty network. The seller, who was based in New York City, reached

out to Nick Phillips of Landmark Sotheby’s International Realty and additionally

requested that the property be co-marketed with an agent in Manhattan. New

to the brand and coming fresh off the 2014 Sotheby’s International Realty Global

Networking Event, Phillips understood that the request would be possible thanks

to the reach of the Sotheby’s International Realty brand. He spoke to Philip

White, president and chief executive officer of Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC, and was connected with Stan Ponte of Sotheby’s International

Realty –East Side Manhattan Brokerage. Together they crafted a marketing plan

to present to the seller and won the listing. The property sold earlier this summer

and was the largest single transaction in the Wilmington regional market in the

past three years; the home closed for $4,850,000 usd.

Landmark Sotheby’s International Realty and Sotheby’s International Realty –East Side Manhattan Brokerage worked together to complete the $4.85 million usd sale of a Wilmington, NC estate

SEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K

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Following the collaborative spirit of the Sotheby’s International Realty Global Networking Event,

Tomlinson Sotheby’s International Realty coordinated a synergistic Broker’s Open Event to

showcase three of its available properties in McCall, Idaho. Group One Sotheby’s International Realty, Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty and Walla Walla Sotheby’s International Realty were in attendance to tour the properties – McCall Masterpiece, which was a referral from

Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty, Payette Lake Dreaming and McCall Mountain Magic. A

prime example of cross-promotion, Walla Walla Sotheby’s International Realty additionally provided

wine from local Walla Walla, Washington vineyards for the event, while introducing its winery clients

to the properties in Idaho.

Lasting connections were made at the Sotheby’s International Realty Global Networking

event, including a connection between Ruthie Ravenel of Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty in Charleston, South Carolina and Buddy Saupe and Bobbi Decker of

Today Sotheby’s International Realty in the San Francisco Bay Area of California. After

discussing the charm of Charleston, Saupe and Decker invited Ravenel to be a guest on their

podcast, Real Estate Radio Live, where Ravenel was able to share and promote Charleston

real estate to a captive California audience. You can listen to the full podcast Here.

Prominent Properties Sotheby’s International Realty hosted “Art of Speed, Dynamic

Experience,” an exclusive event in partnership with Ferrari North America. The two-day

event took place at a property listing in Saddle River, New Jersey as well as a property

listing in Alpine, New Jersey. Guests were invited to test drive the Ferrari California T

twin turbo V8 models as well as take a private tour of the homes while enjoying light

refreshments. Details of the event were covered locally on NorthJersey.com.

Prominent Properties Sotheby’s International Realty hosted an event in conjunction with Ferrari North AmericaIn the studio with Real Estate Radio Live

Broker’s Open Event in McCall, Idaho, hosted by Tomlinson Sotheby’s International Realty

POWER of the BRANDSEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K

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Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty hosted Sotheby’s International

Realty aff i l iate companies from Australia and New Zealand for a Regional

Affiliates Meeting. The event was held at the company’s office in Brisbane,

Austral ia and was attended by Sydney Sotheby’s International Realty, M e l b o u r n e So t h e by ’s I n t e r n a t i o n a l Re a l t y, Pe n i n s u l a So t h e by ’s International Realty, South Australia Sotheby’s International Realty and

New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty. During the event, attendees

were warmly welcomed with a video presentation from Philip White, president

and chief executive officer of Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC,

presentations on best practices, recruitment plans, Sotheby’s auction house

col laborations and network referrals and an opportunity to network and

collaborate with one another.

Brazen Sotheby’s International Realty and North India Sotheby’s International Realty celebrate the opening of the India Desk in Bellevue, Washington

Members of the Australia and New Zealand affiliate companies attend the ANZAC Affiliates Meeting

A f t e r s u c c e s s a t b o t h

U n i t e d K i n g d o m S o t h e b y ’ s

I n t e r n a t i o n a l R e a l t y a n d

m o re re c e n t l y G u l f So t h e by ’s

International Realty, North India

Sotheby’s International Realty

has set up a th ird internat ional

India Desk. The newest location

i s B e l l e v u e , W a s h i n g t o n i n

t h e E a s t s i d e o f f i c e o f B ra ze n

Sotheby’s International Realty

a n d w i l l s e r v i c e t h e l o c a l N o n

Resident Indian population.

“The desk wi l l help us achieve

o u r o b j e c t i v e o f r e a c h i n g

over 30 mi l l ion Non-Resident

Indians across the globe,” says

A m i t G oya l , C EO of N o r t h I n d i a

Sotheby’s International Realty.

“It’s a perfect match for both companies since our office is in the heart

of the Indian community and only a mile-and-a-half from the Microsoft

campus,” says Joseph Brazen, owner of Brazen Sotheby’s International

Realty.

With a local presence, companies like Microsoft and Amazon have attracted

a high number of Non Resident Indians, making Bellevue an ideal market for

the brand to have a presence. The Seattle India Desk is being led by Ambili

Sukesan and Sir Talluri of Brazen Sotheby’s International Realty.

POWER of the BRANDSEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K

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Benjamin Pofcher of Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage and Pauline Evans of Ward Wight Sotheby’s International Realty

Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC hosted the EMEA Marketing Meeting in

June at The Mayfair Hotel in London. The event featured presentations from Wendy Purvey,

chief marketing officer, and Michael Valdes, global vice president, international servicing,

as well as roundtable discussions and brand-inspired networking and collaboration. The

event was attended by over 50 people from 18 countries and 27 affiliate companies from

around the region including Andorra Sotheby’s International Realty, Balerics Sotheby’s International Realty, Baltics Sotheby’s International Realty, Cologne Sotheby’s International Realty, Ireland Sotheby’s International Realty, Israel Sotheby’s International Realty, Italy Sotheby’s International Realty, Kristina Szekely Sotheby’s International Realty, Moscow Sotheby’s International Realty, Munich Sotheby’s International Realty, North India Sotheby’s International Realty, Pantera Sotheby’s International Realty, Peters & Peters Sotheby’s International Realty, Portugal Sotheby’s International Realty, Redres Sotheby’s International Realty, Skeppsholmen Sotheby’s International Realty, United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty, Venice Sotheby’s International Realty and Sotheby’s International Realty France & Monaco.

Presenters and attendees of the EMEA Marketing Meeting

Ward Wight Sotheby’s International Realty hosted its annual Spring

Networking Event in Manasquan, New Jersey. The event comprised a

tour of seven properties followed by a networking luncheon at the

Manasquan River Club. It was attended by more than 100 Sotheby’s

International Realty agents from local feeder-markets including Callaway Henderson Sotheby’s International Realty, Kienlen Lattman Sotheby’s International Realty, Heritage House Sotheby’s International Realty, Prominent Properties Sotheby’s International Realty, Goldcoast Sotheby’s International Realty, Childers Sotheby’s International Realty, HCH Sotheby’s International Realty, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, Kurfiss Sotheby’s International Realty, Sotheby’s International Realty Inc. and Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty.

Members of the Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC global

headquarters were also in attendance.

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Patricia J. Petersen, president and CEO of Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, was recognized among a select group of business leaders at the Long

Island Business News “Top CEO Awards,” which was held in May. The event

celebrates Long Island’s top executives, signature firms and organizations.

Petersen was named “Top CEO of the Year” and was additionally honored with the

“Signature Achievement Award.” This is the second time Petersen was honored

at the event; she was previously awarded the “Top CEO of the Year” title in 2013.

William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty was recognized by the 20th Annual

Webby Awards as an Official Honoree in the real estate website category. Founded in

1996, the Webby Awards honor excellence on the internet and are widely considered

to be the highest internet acclamation achievable. The brokerage firm launched

its new website, williampitt.com, in 2015 and it was the only residential real estate

brokerage selected as a Webby Award Honoree in the real estate website category.

KUDOS

"...an Official Honoree in the real estate website category..." Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty President and CEO Patricia Petersen honored as Top CEO of the Year by Long Island

Business News

"Petersen was named “Top CEO of the Year” and was additionally honored with the “Signature Achievement Award.” "

SEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K

William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty was named an Official Honoree by the Webby Awards

Decker Bullock Sotheby’s International Realty is first in market share in

Marin County, California, according to data from the Marin County MLS. The

firm currently owns 21.4% of the market, beating out the second-best firm by

nearly 18%.

For the first time, a Sotheby's International Realty sales associate was featured in the

National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) Top 250 Awards,

due to its updated category rankings! Congratulations to Alan Canas of Today Sotheby's International Realty for making the list. To learn more about the NAHREP Top 250

Awards and how to apply, Click Here.

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in the COMMUNITY

From July 22nd through the 31st, Portugal Sotheby’s International Realty

sponsored the 4th Marvão Music Festival. An event celebrating international

classical music, the festival is held in a breathtaking setting; at the summit of the

highest mountain south of the Tagus, in the walled town of Marvão, German maestro

Christoph Poppen conducted talents Veronika Eberle, the Cologne Chamber

Orchestra, the Hong Kong Sinfonietta and the Gulbenkian Choir.

Christoph Poppen conducts a world-renowned orchestra in the walled city of Marvão

Taking advantage of the affiliation with the auction house and all of its esteemed

programming, Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty in Steamboat Springs,

Colorado has instituted a Sotheby’s Institute of Art scholarship program. The firm

selected local art student Mary Amaolo Lanata, from The Colorado Mountain College,

as the recipient of its summer scholarship.

“This scholarship program presented a wonderful opportunity to leverage the relationship

between Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty and the Sotheby’s Institute of

Art (SIA) in a way that makes a difference in our local community,” said Traci Smith,

director of operations for the firm. “Mary is excited to bring her experience in New York

back to Steamboat Springs, taking what she learned at SIA, uniting local artists and, in

collaboration with Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty, working toward making a

meaningful impact locally.”

Mary Amaolo Lanata, recipient of the Sotheby’s Institute of Art summer program scholarship by Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty

SEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K

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In May, The Tennessean covered The Lipman Group Sotheby’s International Realty’s donations to the Ronald

McDonald House organization. By donating a portion of every home sale to their Lipman Group Reserve fund over the last

two years, it has paid for families to stay at Ronald McDonald House for more than 50 nights.“Each year there are hundreds

of families in the Nashville area who are in need one way or another,” said Lindsey Johnson, marketing/financial coordinator

at the firm. “We strive to aid our clients and our community. In 2014, after much discussion within our company we decided

to take a more hands on approach. Our agents wanted to greet and know the people they were so happily helping.”

Representatives from The Lipman Group Sotheby’s International Realty prepare breakfast at the Ronald McDonald House in Tennessee.

"...a portion of every home sale... ...has paid for families to stay at Ronald McDonald House

for more than 50 nights..."

HÔM Sotheby’s International Realty in California is dedicated to animal welfare. To date, the

company has rescued, fostered and sponsored over 150 dogs, working closely with rescue

organizations, shelters and the Linda Blair WorldHeart Foundation. Linda Blair is scheduled

to speak about animal rescue, spay and neuter, and animal abuse as a part of her animal

advocacy program at the HÔM Sotheby's International Realty corporate headquarters. To

learn more about the Linda Blair WorldHeart Foundation, Click Here.

in the COMMUNITYSEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K

Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty’s charitable organization, Kuper Impact.

In August Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty

announced their Kuper Impact Charity Program. Each of

its nine offices across Austin and San Antonio, Texas have

picked a specific group to contribute to, spanning a variety

of noteworthy causes. For the duration of one year, Kuper

Sotheby's International Realty will set aside $5 usd from

every completed transaction with the opportunity for agents

to match that or donate a different amount. At the end of the

year, the funds collected from each office will be donated to

its selected organization. To date, Kuper Impact has raised

over $4,000 usd of their $20,000 usd goal. To learn more

about the charity, Click Here.

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(Left to Right) Mike Sato, president, Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty; Wendy Purvey, chief marketing officer, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC; Chris Feurer, chief operating officer, Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty

In June, preliminary races for the America’s Cup

were held in Chicago, Illinois and for the first time,

in fresh water. Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty hosted a series of kick off events at

the historic Chicago Yacht Club around the

unprecedented races. The itinerary included wine

tasting, a silent auction and a talk from yachting

historian Steven Tsuchiya. Attendees included members of USA’s Team ORACLE, representatives from Rego Sotheby’s International Realty and Wendy Purvey, chief marketing officer, Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. Purvey, a boating enthusiast herself, also had the opportunity to ride the Chase Boat at the event.

in the COMMUNITYSEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K

Wendy Purvey with Penny MacIntyre and Buddy Rego of Rego Sotheby's International Realty

From June through August, Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty played an active role in the Copa del Rey Sailing Regatta

by sponsoring one of the competing boats. Among the event’s

prestigious attendees were the King and Queen of Spain,

Spanish princesses and many other dignitaries and celebrities.

As ever, this prestigious event was a meeting place for savvy

yacht and sea lovers.

Racing boat bearing the Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty logo takes to

the water in the Copa del Rey.

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WELCOME to the NETWORK

Utah Governor Gary Herbert and St. George Mayor Jon Pike attended the ribbon

cutting ceremony celebrating the grand opening of Summit Sotheby’s International Realty’s newest office in St. George, Utah.

SEEN & HEARD A RO U N D T H E N E T WO R K

Oceanfront Realty International, Inc. acquired Sleeping Giant Sotheby’s International Realty on the island of Island of Kauai in Hawaii. The firm now

operates as Oceanfront Sotheby’s International Realty.

Gates Estates Sotheby’s International Realty in Yountville, California hosted a grand

opening event to celebrate its affiliation with the brand. The event was attended by

agents, clients and representation from the Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC corporate team, including President and Chief Executive Officer Philip White.

Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty celebrated the opening of its newest

office in Rockville, New York with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The Rockville location

will service the south shore communities from Massapequa to Valley Stream and the

surrounding South and Coastal communities.

Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty moved its headquarters to La Jolla, California.

The grand opening of the new location was celebrated with an event attended by

nearly 100 people including Philip White, president and chief executive officer of

Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC.

LIV Sotheby’s International Realty hosted a grand opening event to celebrate its newest location at the 1st Bank building in Cherry Creek, Colorado. Nearly 300 people,

including representation from Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty, Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty

and Benson Sotheby’s International Realty were in attendance to tour the new office, enjoy a networking lunch and attend a presentation by Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC President and Chief Executive Officer Philip White. To view LIV Sotheby’s International Realty’s new office, click here.

Premier Sotheby’s International Realty has opened two additional locations

in North Carolina – one in Blowing Rock and one in Asheville. Both offices

commemorated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

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POWER of PR

William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty recently completed the sale

of a significant Westport, Connecticut estate as a direct result of the firm’s

public relations efforts. The property was offered exclusively to the Wall Street Journal’s “Private Properties” column. A few weeks later, the story ran online

and also appeared in print in the Journal’s Friday “Mansion” section. That

same weekend, an individual read about the property in the newspaper and

immediately reached out to the listing agent, Todd Gibbons, for a showing. The

showing took place on the same day and an offer was made the following day.

The buyer claims reading about the history of the property and its previous

owner, Edgar Bronfman Sr., and his contributions to the Jewish community

are what drew him to the home. The final sale price was $7,200,000 usd

with Gibbons representing both sides of the sale. To read the full Wall Street

Journal article, Click Here. To learn more about PR opportunities available

through the Sotheby’s International Realty brand, Click Here.

MARKETING

A “Listing of the Day” feature on Mansion Global directly led to the showing of the property

for Waterfield Sotheby’s International Realty. The article ran online and was subsequently

shared across social media where it was seen by a prospective buyer. The interested party had

been familiar with the home prior to the article, but was drawn to the property further after

reading more of its history and special features. They shared the article with their buyer agent

and immediately scheduled an appointment to view the property. To read the full Mansion

Global article, Click Here.

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IDEAS FROM AROUND the networkPlaying into the strength and global reach that is Sotheby’s International Realty network, various affiliate companies from around the world have initiated Instagram takeovers with

other affiliates. Instagram takeovers are a fun and playful way to showcase different property types, boast the expanse of our brand’s worldwide network and reach a new audience.

MARKETING

Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty collaborated

with Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty in a takeover

as they both have a strong following and wanted to share

with its followers the differences in the two markets and the

contrasting types of luxury properties available.

ONE Sotheby’s International Realty also collaborated

with Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty in a takeover

that was timed perfectly with a co-branded event as well as

initiating collaborative takeovers with Damianos Sotheby’s

International Realty, LIV Sotheby’s International Realty, Sotheby’s International Realty Canada and Sydney Sotheby’s International Realty.

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IDEAS FROM AROUND the networkMARKETING

Brazen Sotheby’s International Realty has taken a brand initiative and adapted it to their local market.

The firm was inspired by the Sotheby’s International Realty Extraordinary Living blog’s “Carry the Torch” series. Brazen Sotheby’s International Realty re-created the “Homes Fit for Athletes” article on

their own blog, Bellevue & Beyond, using their own listings and making it relevant to their market. To

read the Brazen Sotheby’s International Realty blog post, Click Here.

Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty in

Colorado worked with Grammy Award-winning

musician and Steamboat resident Brent Rowan to

create a custom score for a property video. Rowan is a

studio guitarist and music producer from Nashville who

has worked with acclaimed artists such as Dolly Parton,

Lyle Lovett and Blake Shelton and has also played on

the soundtracks for more than a dozen films. Believing

that his art is a way of painting pictures musically, he

saw an opportunity to produce music for marketing

opportunities that could help create an emotional

attachment. Rowan approached Steamboat Sotheby’s

International Realty for collaboration opportunities

The result of his custom score was the $1,300,000 usd sale of the property with Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty agents representing both

sides of the transaction. To view the property video, Click Here.

The seller provided a testimonial in which she claimed, “Brent’s music elevated our listing to a piece

of art…customized score truly brought the house to life…By adding the music of Brent Rowan to

listing videos, Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty can set a new standard of excellence in the

business of listing and selling homes.”

For more on Brent Rowan’s partnership with Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty, Click Here.

Grammy Award-winning musician Brent Rowan partnered with

Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty to create custom

music for property videos

Vista Sotheby’s International Realty is utilizing Sotheby’s

International Realty brand videos as a draw in its lobby. The firm

has taken the brand videos, including the new Houseguest series,

and is playing them on a loop on the lobby’s big-screen television,

capturing the attention of agents and prospective clients alike

while touting the extraordinary marketing opportunities available

only with the Sotheby’s International Realty brand. The videos

are currently playing in the lobbies of multiple o Vista Sotheby’s

International Realty offices, they plan to soon have it up and

running in all six locations.

Sotheby’s International Realty brand

videos playing in the lobby of Vista Sotheby’s International Realty

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Instagram has recently rolled out some exciting new features! What are they and what do they mean for you and your business?

MARKETING WHAT'S NEW – Instagram

• Instagram Stories – Instagram Stories lets you share moments of your day in a slideshow format,

weaving together your unique narrative. Stories will not appear on your traditional profile and can

comprise a combination of photos and videos that will disappear in 24 hours. Utilizing Instagram

Stories can be an opportunity to walk your followers through a property or a neighborhood,

allowing them to become intimately familiar with the area and piquing their interest to reach

out for more information. St. Martin Sotheby’s International Realty has taken to the feature

immediately, follow them for inspiration! To read more on Instagram Stories, Click Here.

• Instagram Business Profiles – Setting up an Instagram Business Profile has its unique

advantages over a traditional Instagram profile. Instagram Business Profiles have the capability

to add a “Contact” button, allowing followers to connect with you directly either through a

phone call, text message, or email. The profiles also offer “Insights,” which helps to analyze the

demographics and behavior of your followers. In addition, Instagram Business Profiles allow you

to turn your most popular posts into ads, directly from the app. To learn more about Instagram

for Business, Click Here.

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Sotheby’s has been busy in the Hamptons this summer,

and Sotheby’s Jewelry department hosted clients in a

beautiful Sagaponack home offered for sale by Sotheby’s International Realty – Bridgehampton Brokerage.

Jewels from the Tony Duquette Jewelry Online auction,

September New York auction of Important Jewels and

Sotheby’s Diamonds were available for guests to try on.

LEVERAGING T H E AU CT I O N H O U S E

Attendees gather in the

Hamptons for the Sotheby’s

Jewelry cocktail brunch.

Mott & Chace Sotheby's International Realty | Narragansett, Rhode Island $4.95 million usd | Prop ID: FPZRSJ

Guests gather in Narragansett for the Sotheby’s “On the Road” event.

In early August, Sotheby’s held its second “On the Road” event with Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty in Narragansett, Rhode Island. The Sotheby’s “On the Road” series is a traveling event in conjunction

with the Sotheby’s International Realty brand meant to introduce participants to fine wine, watches and jewelry

from the auction house. Approximately 46 guests, including agents and clients of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s

International Realty, were in attendance for the event which was held at one of the company’s captivating

waterfront properties.

Bought-In If there are no bids on a lot, or if bidding does not reach the reserve price, the lot is “bought in,” meaning it is left unsold and remains the property of the owner.

AUCTION TERM OF THE MONTHIn each issue of Collections, we will highlight a new auction term.

One of the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand’s greatest assets is its relationship with the Sotheby’s Auction House. Here are some examples of how the brand’s professionals are capitalizing on it…

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LEVERAGING T H E AU CT I O N H O U S E

Cheryl Foote, Cameron Boyd, Lisa Piccardo, Pamela Vanatta and David Baldinger Jr. at the Steamboat Wine Festival

In August, Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty partnered with

the Steamboat Wine Festival organizers on various events during the

proceedings. One of which was the Farm to Barn Dinner, an event that

benefits STARS (Steamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports), a local non-

profit. Over 125 guests attended the dinner.

Owners Cameron Boyd, Pamela Vanatta, David Baldinger Jr. and select

sales associates, along with Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC Vice President Affiliate Services Lisa Piccardo, attended Wine on the

Mountain, one of the signature tasting events at the top of the Steamboat

Gondola sponsored by Sotheby’s Wines. “The Sotheby’s Auction House

and Sotheby’s Wine representatives were a pleasure to work with!” said Traci

Smith, director of operations, Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty.

“We hope to be able to collaborate on this event with them next year!”

In early June, Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty hosted “An Evening of Cocktails & Conversations” at the Maison des Volets on Mercer Island, Washington. Over 60 attendees

enjoyed cocktails, local wine and a presentation from Angela McAteer, vice president head

of department, Chinese Works of Art, Sotheby’s. McAteer was in the Seattle area preparing

for Sotheby’s “Asia Week” auctions and was able to speak on her West Coast experience, the

upcoming auction and some of her favorite pieces.

“We love hosting the Sotheby’s Auction House for events,” said Andrea Savage, vice president

of marketing, Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty. “Not only did we get the opportunity

to learn more about the ‘Asia Week’ auction, we got an in-depth understanding of Angela’s

expertise in Chinese Works of Art that fascinated our brokers and clientele.”

Realogics Sotheby's International Realty | "Maison des Volets"Mercer Island, Washington | $6.85 million usd | Prop ID: LXSG3S

Dean Jones, owner & CEO of Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty with Angela McAteer from Sotheby’s and Andrea Savage, vice president of marketing, Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty

"We love hosting the Sotheby’s Auction House for events..."

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LEVERAGING T H E AU CT I O N H O U S E

Sotheby’s London’s Contemporary Art Week Auction was held June 25th - 28th

at the New Bond Street location in London. Representatives from Sotheby’s International Realty, Inc., Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty, Decker Bullock Sotheby’s International Realty, oldCape Sotheby’s International Realty, North India Sotheby’s International Realty, ONE Sotheby’s International Realty and Kienlen Lattmann Sotheby’s International Realty were in attendance as records were achieved in both the Day and

Evening Sales which collectively totaled nearly $100 milli on usd in sales.

One of the lots sold, Günther Uecker’s “Spirale” went for £629,000 GBP, nearly double its estimate prior to the auction.Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage, Sotheby’s Chinese Works of

Art Department and Chase Private Client recently hosted a networking event at Round Hill

Manor in Greenwich, Connecticut. Phyllis Kao, specialist, Chinese Works of Art provided a

unique perspective on trends in the Asian art market and how sales associates affiliated

with the Sotheby’s International Realty brand can collaborate with colleagues at the auction

house. More than 160 attendees from Sotheby’s International Realty, Inc. brokerages in

Greenwich and Manhattan, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty, Renwick Sotheby’s International Realty and Prominent Properties Sotheby’s International Realty had an opportunity to preview one of the most important estates in all of Greenwich.

Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage | "Round Hill Manor” | Greenwich, Connecticut $49.895 million usd | Prop ID: G4ZQPS

Guests gather at Round Hill Manor in Greenwich, Connecticut for the collaborative event

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Editors: Natalie Hernandez and Lindsey Scharf | natalie.hernandez@sothebysrealty.com and lindsey.scharf@sothebysrealty.com | Writers: Natalie Hernandez, Lindsey Scharf, and Erik Weinbrecht | Designer: Dalia Tropper

“Prime property prices in key UK locations where train services make them commuter zones for London have seen prices rise in the second quarter of 2016, according to the latest index data.”

Improved rail links to London boost prime property prices in commuter towns

PropertyWire, August 24, 2016

“Home prices maintained their robust, upward trajectory in a vast majority of metro areas during the second quarter, causing affordability to slightly decline despite mortgage rates hovering at lows not seen in over three years, according to the latest quarterly report by the National Association of Realtors®.”

Home-Price Gains Unfettered in Most Metro Areas during Second Quarter

National Association of Realtors, Aug 10, 2016

“For more than a year, home prices in the areas hit hardest by the real estate downturn have been registering the sharpest increases.

Miami, Las Vegas, and parts of Arizona and California, all poster children for the real estate bust that began in 2006, are now seeing gains that far outpace the national average, according to the National Association of Realtors.”

Areas hit hardest by the real estate bust are now seeing the highest gains

The Washington Post Aug 18, 2016

AUCTIONCAL ENDA R HIGHLIGHTS

Edvard Munch, Two Human Beings. The Lonely Ones, 1899; Estimate 400,000 – 600,000 GBP

Prints & Multiples – Sotheby’s London

NEWS VIEWSFROM THE GLOBAL

REA L ESTATE INDUSTRY

&

John F. Nash, Jr.’s 1994 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences

October 17 | New York

The Library of an English Bibliophile, Part VI

October 20 | London

Rugs & Carpets

November 1 | London

La Bibliothèque de Pierre Bergé

November 8 | Paris

Bowie/Collector – Parts I-III

November 10-11 | London

Travel, Atlases, Maps and Natural History

November 15 | London

Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels

November 16 | Geneva

Russian Works of Art

November 19 | London

20th Century Art – A Different Perspective

November 30 | London

Finest and Rarest Wines

December 3 | New York

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