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Dennis Scherer

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Dennis Scherer I bring results to clients wherever their buying and selling goals take them.

As a seasoned real estate professional, I understand that buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction: it’s a life-changing experience. That’s why I am dedicated to providing exceptional,

personalized service for all of my clients. I take great pride in the relationships I build and always work relentlessly on the client’s behalf to help them achieve their real estate goals. My philosophy is simple: Clients come first. I pledge to be in constant communication with my clients, keeping them fully informed throughout the entire buying or selling process. I believe that if you’re not left with an amazing experience, I haven’t done my job. I don’t measure success through achievements or awards but through the satisfaction of my clients.

People want reliable realtors - someone who communicates effectively, gives consistent feedback, and advocates for their family during this vital transition.

Dennis is the Difference that makes the Difference in your Real Estate Experience.

219.213.3346 mobile 219.440.0070 office dennis@soldbydennis.net www.soldbydennis.net

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What are my clients saying?

Dennis Scherer is my realtor and I would recommend

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Dennis was awesome to work with. Great advice, great

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him to anyone looking for a home in NWI. He went

service. He even went to my house and took care of my

above and beyond for my family. He asked us what

dogs when I forgot about the inspection appointment.

we were looking for and he delivered. He made our

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first home buying experience very pleasant. He guided

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us along the way, and was very accessible to us. He

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treated us like family. I am so happy Dennis was our realtor and we’re so happy to be in our dream home.

From day one I felt as those I had someone to defer to

Thanks Dennis!

and trust. Dennis was there for me and my unrelenting

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questions. From the initial homes to consider we narrowed down what to look at; and Dennis took me to

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the house I ended up getting as our first walk-through.

Dennis was the absolute best at keeping us informed

Everything on his end was seamless and I always felt

and updated every step of the way. From start to

like I knew exactly what was happening or to expect.

finish he was always there to answer any questions or

It was more than just having a realtor, but genuinely

concerns we had. From the moment we met Dennis,

felt as though I had a friend helping through the entire

he felt like a friend. He definitely went above and

process. If you need to get a place and want someone

beyond for us.

who is extremely knowledgeable and cares, then there

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is no other choice than to go with Dennis.

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and beyond our expectations and I would highly

Dennis was fantastic. Helped us make the right

recommend him as your next realtor. The team at

decision on our home and was supportive through the

@properties was fantastic as well.

entire process. Would only do business with him going

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After reading all of the 5 star reviews for Dennis, I’d have to say my wife and I wholeheartedly agree with all the nice comments that were posted. I can honestly say that Dennis lives up to each and every one of them. Dennis was extremely helpful, patient and made our buying experience a pleasant one. After living in our former house for 27 years, Dennis helped us to make a smooth, stress-free transition to our new home. Listening to our specific needs he zeroed in on what he thought we were seeking and that house ultimately became our new home. Because of our unique situation and that of the previous homeowners, there was approximately 2 1/2 months before our closing.

Dennis was there during the entire period keeping things on track, making sure all of our concerns and needs were met during the buying process. Realty is more than a job or a way to make a living for Dennis, he really enjoys helping people and it shows! Thanks again!

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Listing sales 921 Monon Rd. Shelby, IN 9648 Dewey Crown Point, IN 8198 W. 102nd Ave. St. John, IN 1636 Kuhn Dr. Schererville, IN 1223 Harrison Ave. Dyer, IN 233 Illinois St. Dyer, IN 1009 Kentwood Dr. Dyer, IN 1106 Poppyfield Pl. Schererville, IN 1039 Lakewood Ct. Schererville, IN 2371 Deerpath Dr. #309 Schererville, IN 8642 Harrison Ave. Munster, IN 245 N. Elmer St. Griffith, IN 1493 Lake St. Hobart, IN 1598 Hewes Crete, IL 8198 102nd Ave. St. John, IN 10440 Nelson St. Crown Point, IN 15000 State Line Rd. Cedar Lake, IN 2665 Tower Ct. Dyer, IN 12307 Spring Lake Dr. Homer Glen, IL 6936 Bertram Ave. Hammond, IN

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Buyer sales 10319 Richmond Ave. Cedar Lake, IN

421 W. 85th Ave. Merrillville, IN

650 Broadmoor Munster, IN

2415 Sandy Ridge Rd. Dyer, IN

13041 Waverly Ave. St. John, IN

304 N. Jay St. Griffith, IN

14282 96th Ave. St. John, IN

535 Walnut St. Crown Point, IN

1601 Rokosz Ln. Dyer, IN

8315 Patterson St. St. John, IN

449 Meadow Ridge Dr. Schererville, IN

8420 123rd Ct. Crown Point, IN

716 Pintail Ln. Hobart, IN

140 Chateau Dr. Dyer, IN

8540 Calumet Ave. Munster, IN

948 Sunflower Ln. Dyer, IN

10262 New Hampshire St. Crown Point, IN

1588 Driftwood Dr. Lowell, IN

6548 Monroe Ave. Hammond, IN

130004 Colfax Ave. Cedar Lake, IN

4948 W. Margaret St. Monee, IL

1730 Timberwood Ln. Munster, IN

440 Greenbriar Ln. Lowell, IN

1098 Lakewood Ct. Schererville, IN

337 Sauk Trail Rd. Park Forest, IL

69 Richton Steger, IL

245 Deertrail Ln. Schererville, IN

9301 W. 99th Pl. St. John, IN

14100 Jay St. Dyer, IN

10248 Sentry Dr. St. John, IN

2608 Lincoln Ave. Highland, IN

10072 Pearwood Dr. St. John, IN

1832 Windfield Ave. Munster, IN 721 Pintail Ln. Hobart, IN 14505 77th Ave. Dyer, IN 15648 W. 102nd Pl. Dyer, IN 1388 Mackinaw Pl. Schererville, IN

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@properties: a local leader In less than a decade, @properties became the #1 real estate brokerage firm in the city of Chicago and began expanding throughout the Midwest

But for @properties, leading has far less to do with numbers

Being a leader also comes with responsibility. It means

and far more to do with innovation. Technology changes,

moving the industry forward by sharing best practices,

markets change, expectations change. So we never stop

serving in positions of leadership with the local REALTORS®

changing. Innovation permeates everything we do, from

Association, and giving back to the community.

building the most sophisticated website to introducing new services to sourcing new marketing channels. Innovation is the heartbeat of our business.

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Each day, we break new ground by attracting the best and most professional brokers and the most astute clients in the region.

my journey

Relentlessly determined to exceed expectations, I welcome opportunities to work with buyers and sellers throughout Northwest Indiana and Illinois. Real estate is more than simply a job for me. It’s a way to help others fulfill dreams of homeownership and facilitate successful sales. No matter your goals, I’m ready to guide you seamlessly through the process with patience and optimism. My straightforward approach ensures that you stay informed and well-positioned to make strategic decisions. Together, we’ll put all available technology tools to good use, including some truly innovative ones, to keep on top of new listings or effectively advertise your home. My advanced market knowledge of Dyer, Schererville, St. John, Crown Point, Munster, Lowell, Cedar Lake and the surrounding areas gives my clients a competitive edge no matter which side of the negotiation table we’re on. Simply put, I love matching people with their perfect properties. And when the transaction is complete, I hope that you will consider me a trusted resource for life!

Prior to entering the real estate industry, I built and ran a successful staffing company throughout all of Chicagoland. For more than 20 years, I helped match people with companies in need of talent—for mutually beneficial results. As a real estate agent, I continue to draw on the very same key skills, including active listening, understanding of big-picture goals and keen communication.

The satisfaction I felt helping people start new careers is only matched by seeing the happiness my clients feel when they find their new homes. On a personal note, I was born on Chicago’s Southside then lived in Dolton, Illinois before attending Illinois State University where I studied Mass Communications. I eventually settled in Dyer, Indiana, raised my kids here and have lived here ever since. When I’m not working, I enjoy traveling, playing golf and all sports (watching and participating). I’m also a fan of craft beers, whiskey and wine, especially with a great meal—I know my way around the kitchen! When you’re ready to take that next step in your real estate journey, let’s connect! I can’t wait to do my part to make great things happen for you.

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marketing your home

125 S LA GRANGE ROAD

12307 LA GRANGE Spring Lake

ANNE HODGE (708) 941-6088 708-246-0500 ANNE@ANNEHODGE.COM WWW.ANNEHODGE.COM

125SLAGRANGE.INFO All specifications, features, designs, price, assessments, taxes and materials are subject to change without notice. Depicted floor plans and architectural renderings are only an artist's impression.

This custom 5 bed, 3 bath English Tudor Manor is nestled on a lush 1.75-acre wooded lot and boasts stunning views throughout the home. Walk into the dramatic 2-story marble foyer with plaster relief ceiling. To the right is the living room, which features a wood-burning fireplace with HOME! HOME! an office aWELCOME handsome mantle. Continue theWELCOME tour by passing with stunning built-in bookcases thru to the dining room.

Stately brick foursquare on rare 115x150 lot! You will be immediately welcomed byon rare 115x150 lot! You will be immediately welcomed by Stately brick foursquare The dining room has beautiful wainscotting and a bay a gracious foyer, spacious rooms, and gorgeous character throughout.

Thespacious large rooms, and gorgeous character throughout. The large a gracious foyer, window looking out to lush trees in the spring and summer. living room features a fireplace, built-ins and flawless hardwood floors.

The large living room features a fireplace, built-ins and flawless hardwood floors. The large dining room flows seamlessly into the gourmetALL kitchen NEW with highroom end appliances, dining flows seamlessly into the gourmet kitchen with high end appliances, Eat-in kitchen FEATURING APPLIANCES is perfect breakfast bar, under cabinet lighting, and 2 sinks. The finished basement breakfast bar, under cabinet lighting, and 2 sinks. The finished basement is perfect including a WINE COOLER and Granite countertops. for entertaining with a large recreation room, bar, full bathroom, and wine cellar. for entertaining with a large recreation room, bar, full bathroom, and wine cellar.

Rounding out the is theMultiple family room large Four spacious bedrooms with a ample closets upstairs. Multiple outdoor spaces Four spacious bedrooms with first ample floor closets upstairs. outdoor spaceswith include the seating, covered and porch, backyard deck with pergola and built-in seating, and include the covered porch, backyard deck with pergola and built-in wood-burning fireplace and soaring two-story windows of space to roam the professionally landscaped yard. This is a special plenty of space to roam the professionally landscapedplenty yard. This is a special that flood the room with natural sunlight, and a first-floor property that is adjacent views to peaceful Kiwanis Park, providing unobstructed views property that is adjacent to peaceful Kiwanis Park, providing unobstructed many of thetranquil windows. You can truly have it all with this home - a large tranquil from many suite/office of the windows. You with can trulya have it allbath. with thisfrom home - aEnormous large in-law full The primary justrestaurants, steps fromretail, award-winning downtown La Grange, train, restaurants, retail, lot, just steps from award-winning downtown La Grange,lot, train, bedroom has a fireplace, large closets, a spa-like primary schools, and more! An extraordinary opportunity! schools, and more! An extraordinary opportunity! bath with a jetted tub, separate shower, dual vanity, and skylight. The second floor also has an additional 3 bedrooms, a full bath, and a lofted area that looks down to the family room. The lower level is perfect for gaming, an exercise room, or whatever fits your needs.

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print brochures Your home will be beautifully represented in our marketing brochure.

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1730 Timberwood Lane 1003 Westmoor road WINNE TKA

1003 Westmoor road

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BROKER

847.878.5235 susanmaman@atproperties.com

WINNE TKA

When Experience and Expertise are Not Negotiable.

Peter CUmmINs

BROKER

847.710.6798 petercummins@atproperties.com

Your Consummate Real Estate Professional Consultant

1003 Westmoor road MAGNIFICENT NANTUCKET STYLE HOME

addItIoNaL FeatUres

~APPROXIMATAELY 6500 SQ FT OF FINISHEd SPACE.

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Foyer............................ 10' x 06'

Stone & shingle exterior with copper downspouts situated on approximately

Living Room ............. 14' x 12'

1/3 acre lot in a desirable location. Sprawling floor plan, high ceilings, over

Dining Room ............ 16' x 13'

sized moldings, custom millwork/woodwork, a kitchen straight out of

Kitchen ....................... 18' x 06'

Architectural Digest and front porch. 6 bedrooms, 6.1 baths, luxurious master

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Breakfast Room........ 12' x 05'

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Family Room ............. 18' x 18' Home Office .............. 14' x 12' Master Bedroom ...... 16' x 14' Second Bedroom ..... 14' x 11' Third Bedroom ........ 14' x 12'

suite with spa-like bath and 2 wood burning fireplaces with gas starters. 3rd floor finished bonus space could be a 5th en-suite bedroom or an additional office/playroom. Expansive Lower Level includes media room, exercise room, refrigerated custom wine cellar/bar and 6th bedroom/bathroom. Incredible attention to detail.

Sixth Bedroom ......... 20' x 14' Recreation Room ..... 29' x 17' Media Room.............. 16' x 15'

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2nd floor has 3 additional large bedrooms all en-suite

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3rd floor finished bonus room space (5th en-suite bedroom or additional office/playroom)

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Expansive fully finished lower level includes a media room, refrigerated custom wine cellar, wet bar and 6th en-suite bedroom

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4” white oak hardwood throughout first and second floors

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Chevron custom design hardwood flooring in the foyer

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Custom stain grade library with custom cabinetry and coffered ceiling

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Pella high efficiency windows

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Custom millwork and woodwork throughout

Fire resistant cedar shingle roof, partial copper roof, copper gutters and downspouts

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Zoned high efficiency heating and air conditioning systems

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Complete security system and pre-wired for full home automation system

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Roughed-in for backup generator

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Professionally landscaped fenced in backyard with underground sprinkler system

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And much more…

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Expansive mud room with custom cabinetry, lockers, a "command central” desk area

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Second floor large laundry room with custom cabinetry/shelving

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Luxurious master bedroom suite with a spa like master bathroom featuring radiant heated Italian marble floors, Italian marble counter tops, a steam shower and a beautiful stand-alone soaking tub

Fourth Bedroom ...... 15' x 11' Fifth Bedroom .......... 18' x 16'

Chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry and high end appliances, including side-by-side Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer with additional Sub-Zero wine refrigerator and beverage center, 6-burner Wolf gas range with griddle

Two fireplaces with custom mantles

1003 WESTMOOR ROAd

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Storage/Utility ......... 12' x 06' Mud Room................. 12' x 12' 2 Car Garage .................... N/A

sUsaN mamaN

BROKER

847.878.5235 susanmaman@atproperties.com

Peter CUmmINs

BROKER

847.710.6798

DENNIS SCHERER petercummins@atproperties.com 219.213.3346 mobile 219.440.0070 office dennis@soldbydennis.net

hardcover luxury brochures My luxury listing brochure is a beautiful coffee table style hardcover book.

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marketing your home

2665 Tower Court Single family home

SCHERERVILLE #1 IN CHICAGO

Dennis Wong Scherer Thad

312.506.0200 219.213.3346 dennis@soldbydennis.net thadwong@atproperties.com

Discover Vintage detail and modern convenience in this 4 bdrm plus office family home. Great layout; family room flows into dining room leading into

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updated kitchen with breakfast bar and walk-in pantry. Off of the living area on

$355,000

main floor are the office and 4th bedroom that owners use as a play room for the kids or as a guest room with a space for a hidden-away Murphy bed and a full bath steps away. The upstairs has three bedrooms and abundant storage in closets along the hallway.

DENNIS SCHERER 219.213.3346

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custom listing signage

e-blasts

Every listing contains a unique URL for easy access to the online listing and my direct phone.

I will send my contacts detailed information about your home.

Dennis Scherer 219.213.3346

customized @home report The @home report includes detailed stats on how your home is being viewed.

Dennis Scherer

social media I will utilize social media posts to generate leads and sell your home.

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online exposure The majority of buyers begin their home search online, which means a 360-degree digital marketing strategy is paramount to getting maximum exposure for your home. @properties markets your home across the Internet with a newly-revamped website, customized property domains, web-optimized photography and video, targeted email marketing, online classifieds and syndication to hundreds of additional websites.

• atproperties.com • Property-specific domain names (YourAddressHere.info) • LeadingRE.com • Email marketing database of 800,000+ with new contacts added daily • Adwerx • Syndication of online listings

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10072Pearwood.info

Anne Proper

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adwerx Ever visited a website and then noticed ads for that same website following you around the Internet?

It’s not a coincidence; it’s a sophisticated digital

Adwerx also uses geo-targeting to display your

marketing tactic known as retargeting, and it’s

listing to people in certain locations, and targets

another way in which @properties increases online

users based on Internet browsing behavior such

exposure for our listings.

as those perusing real estate-related websites. The

Through our partnership with Adwerx, we leverage retargeting to put your property in front of prospective homebuyers as they surf the Web.

platform’s vast network includes hundreds of top websites ranging from Forbes.com to ESPN.com to specifically cater to the clients we serve.

YOUR LOCAL SCHERERVILLE WINNETKA EXPERT 140 Chateau Drive, Dyer 4 Bed, 2.1 Bath / 354,900

Dennis Scherer/ 219.213.3346 A N N E PR O PE R

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homesnap With Homesnap, all @properties listings over $700,000 will automatically be advertised on Facebook and Instagram.

These ads will retarget potential buyers who have

@properties listing page which has more detailed

searched for your home or similar properties

information about the property. specifically cater to

online. Once the ad is clicked, it links directly to the

the clients we serve.

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listing video program

At @properties, video is a game-changing marketing

• A Zillow walk-through video

tool and we’re using it to tell your home’s story like

• Additional exposure through @properties’ listing

never before. Our listing video program consists of:

detail pages, video library, YouTube channel, social

• A full-length property video with highlights of the

media accounts and syndication websites

home, amenities and neighborhood or suburb • A social media-friendly clip that can be shared on Facebook, Instagram and other sites

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All videos are produced and edited in-house by @properties’

videography

department

specifically to the clients we serve.

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market within a market Even before your home is officially listed, @properties brokers market internally to a powerful network of nearly 3,000 brokers – each with a broad sphere of influence that forms a rich source of prospects, buyers and referrals. This unique “market within a market” results in the most efficient transaction environment in the marketplace. @agent app Leveraging this “market within a market,” @properties brokers use an internal mobile app that has revolutionized the way we communicate about and transact real estate.

The exclusive @agent app allows our brokers to match homebuyers with homes for sale, including

pre-market

listings.

A

number

of

@properties listings sell before they hit the broader market because of the exposure through the app alone – a testament to the power of the @properties network.

Beyond

connecting

buyers

and

sellers,

the

@agent app aggregates a knowledge base of every @properties broker in a searchable database, making it a great resource for recommendations on everything from vendors and service providers to local businesses.

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be local. think global.

To @properties, local means friends you can count on, neighbors you can trust, and businesses you go out of your way to support. Local means the barista knows your drink, the dry cleaner knows your name and the clerk at the convenience store is happy to loan you a buck.

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Real estate is a local business, and that means every

As an exclusive member of Leading Real Estate

home, on every block, in every neighborhood is unique,

Companies of the World®, the world’s largest network

and each deserves the attention, care and consideration

of independent real estate firms, @properties connects

only a local company can offer. @properties is a local

sellers with homebuyers all over the world. So while our

company through and through. But at the end of the day,

brand is uniquely local, our reach is global. That means

we know that not all buyers are local. So when it comes

more exposure, and ultimately, shorter market times and

to our marketing programs, we think globally.

higher selling prices.

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fluent in luxury In today’s competitive marketplace, a global marketing strategy is essential for luxury properties. That’s why @properties is an exclusive member of Luxury Portfolio International®, the luxury marketing division of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®.

Luxury world’s

Portfolio most

is

a

unified

experienced,

collection

visible

regarded experts in luxury real estate.

the

a sophisticated mix of online and offline media to position

highly-

properties for maximum exposure in an elite market. The

Founded in

program marketed over 50,000 properties last year on

and

of

2005 as the premium division of Leading Real Estate

the award-winning luxuryportfolio.com.

Companies of the World, Luxury Portfolio markets a selection of the network’s extraordinary homes, utilizing

TOTAL U.S. PROPERTIES Luxury Portfolio International Luxury portfolio.com Sothebys Realty.com Christies RealEstate.com

ColdwellBanker Preview.com KWLuxury Homes.com

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5,000 10,000

Source: Mintel International Website Survey.

Number of properties greater than $1 million.

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