Marianne Francis Listing Presentation (2025) (issuu Ready)
BEYOND THE TRANSACTION
We expertly guide our clients' real estate journeys to extraordinary results.
Thank you for the opportunity to show you the difference Realogics Sotheby's International Realty can make as your partner.
My job is to make selling your home easier from start to finish. And I have the experience and expertise to do just that. What I'd like you to remember is simply this: Together, we will succeed.
At Realogics Sotheby's International Realty, I have everything in place to deliver like no one else. I'll work with you as a true partner and guide you through each step of your journey. This brief presentation will show a comprehensive plan, including the mobilization of our resources and partnerships to reach the right audience of buyers.
Thank you once again for your consideration. I would be honored to represent you.
TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION
PROVEN RESULTS AND COMMITMENT
LOCAL ADVANTAGE
GLOBAL NETWORK
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Introduction
Marianne Francis
Broker, Global Advisor, Certified Master Negotiation Expert
Marianne Francis is an artist, citizen, and innovator. She proudly bears the Sotheby’s International Realty® name, harnessing worldwide recognition and prestige for her clients. A top producing agent with Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty, Marianne has proven herself a force to be reckoned with. Last year she closed over $22M in sales volume, with an average sales price of $2.4M.
Marianne’s client care and business fundamentals are best exemplified not only by her impressive sales portfolio, but also in her master gardening skills. Much like the care required to produce an epically beautiful garden, she works intently to understand and serve her clients’ needs.
As an artist, Marianne’s creative approach to problem solving and her designation as a Certified Master Negotiation Expert (CMNE) make her a formidable advocate for both buyers and sellers. Her innovation and ability to think outside the box allows Marianne to transform the mundane into a jewel box, affording great ease for sellers while preparing homes for market.
She is an involved citizen and Trustee of Cornish College of the Arts, where her deep personal and professional connections serve her clients well with the broad reach of Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty’s extraordinary marketing capabilities. Marianne believes luxury is an experience, not a price point.
425.283.7808
Marianne.Francis@rsir.com
MarianneFrancis.com
Consistently recognized for her excellent service, Marianne recently received the Above & Beyond accolade from her brokerage, celebrating her kindness, professionalism, and trust.
Largest Sotheby’s International Realty® Affiliate in the Pacific Northwest
$1,862,000
Average Listing Sold Price (For 2024)
Significant Sales
Properties sold by Marianne
Francis
Kirkland | $3,745,000
Bellevue | $2,720,000
Kirkland | $2,999,999
Fall City | $2,700,000
Bellingham | $2,500,000
Quincy | $895,000
Kirkland | $1,200,000
Quincy | $600,000
Case Study: 1077 3rd Street Kirkland
A major highlight of my work as a Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty advisor is being able to utilize the fantastic network of SIR affiliates around the corner and around the world. I was able to put these remarkable connections to use when guiding my wonderful neighbors of 14 years, Don and Heather, as they transitioned from the home they had raised their family in to their new dream of living on Lake Whatcom in Bellingham, Washington.
I reached out to my SIR colleague Sandra Hurtley in Bellingham who is an expert in the area and she began her search—sending letters to all the homeowners on the stretch of lake that Don and Heather were interested in living on.
In the meantime, I assessed the updates needed to create maximum value for their current home. We engaged the interior design firm Counterbalance Studios and Uniplex Construction and watched in awe as they transformed the kitchen, family room, and all the bathrooms and installed beautiful new hardwood floors. Their expert vision and work turned the home into a contemporary stunner with universal appeal.
THE POWER OF A STRATEGIC PLAN
KIRKLAND
In the meantime, over this year of planning and construction, we had been in dialogue with the owners of the perfect Bellingham waterfront home. It seemed like we were all settled on timing and price, until, as often happens in real estate, the sellers changed their minds and we were empty-handed again. Don and Heather were crushed, but we continued our search. Not willing to give up quite yet, I let some time pass and then reached out to the sellers to see if they were once again open to negotiating. Lo and behold, they were willing to talk again. We agreed on a price and negotiated a closing date—we had secured Don and Heather their dream lakefront home!
While this was happening, I had a house to sell. The response was fantastic from the first day on the market, and just six days later, we had four cash offers competing against each other and sold it for 400K over asking! My neighbors had recovered their well-spent design and construction money plus years of home equity. Plus, their waterfront home was waiting for them to begin their new life.
This story would never have played out this well without the expert assistance of my SIR colleague in Bellingham, Sandra Hurtley, with her hawk eye watch over Lake Whatcom. She was a rock star partner in achieving this goal.
Case Study: 360 Washington Avenue #603, Bremerton
A SIX AGENT SALE BREMERTON
Three years ago, I helped my clients purchase a sophisticated penthouse in Bremerton. The clients moved from Boise, where my colleague and friend from Group One Sotheby’s International Realty referred them to work with me locally. Fast forward to today, those same clients were ready to sell. After listing the penthouse, we found the perfect buyers—who also happened to be selling their current home with a Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty agent. With each sale contingent upon the prior closing, we found ourselves under contract in a chain reaction of sales, totaling four properties and six agents from the Sotheby’s International Realty network. The process proved tedious with several speedbumps—from financing snafus to property complications—but through it all, the Sotheby’s International Realty network prevailed. Myself and my colleagues found ourselves on the phone daily to ensure each domino fell into place, creating wins for our clients across two states. Leveraging our personal connections, professionalism, and trust, it was a pleasure to successfully buy, sell, and ultimately refer my clients to a Boise real estate expert.
Testimonials
“Working with Marianne was such a positive experience during a particularly challenging time for our family. We were facing personal circumstances that made selling our condo difficult, and from the very beginning Marianne was not only professional but also incredibly empathetic, taking the time to understand our unique situation and guiding us with patience and understanding.
What stood out most was her expertise and proactive approach. Marianne gave us valuable advice to prepare and stage our condo to appeal to the right buyers, and priced it competitively, even in an uncertain market. Despite some setbacks and delays beyond our control, Marianne remained positive and persistent, always keeping us informed and reassured.
In the end, we sold our condo for a great price, and we couldn’t be more grateful for Marianne’s dedication and hard work. She truly went above and beyond, making what could have been a stressful experience into a smooth and successful transaction. I highly recommend Marianne to anyone in need of a knowledgeable and caring real estate professional.”
— Patrick Maussenet
purchases—she showed up ready to jump in every time we needed her, even on very short notice. She pays excellent attention to detail and helped us see the best and worst in several homes, giving us honest feedback. Our home purchase was made smoother than we ever imagined because we had Marianne on our side. Honestly, we could not speak more highly of her. Marianne’s character, devotion and expertise in her work do not disappoint.”
— Nick & Sarah
“We could not speak more highly of Marianne. She is fabulous! Not only is Marianne one of the most loving and caring souls, she provides beyond expected quality in her profession. Marianne was all-in as we explored home
"Marianne Francis is a remarkable Realtor who stands alone among the greats in the field. There are three elements where she differentiates from other great Realtors: (1) Experience/preparation: she anticipates and is aware of every detail. She brings a world of experience to the table and is able to leverage her network/experience to ensure the right experts are consulted for complex issues. She’s exceptionally professional, detailoriented, and client-focused. (2) Strategic thinking: she brings a strategic lens to real estate – one with a long-term point of view. In many ways, she is more of a real estate consultant than a traditional real estate agent. (3) Ownership: she truly cares about the people and the process. Once committed, she will work tirelessly to ensure the right outcomes. She is always available, seems to work at every hour of the day, and follows through on her commitments. When she says that she will do something, she will get it done. Overall, we couldn’t recommend Marianne enough. An exceptional partner in real estate.”
— Jeff and Stephanie Yurcisin, Zulily CEO
“Marianne recently sold our home in Kirkland and we couldn’t be happier with the end result. We were under contract after just one week for 12% over the asking price! Marianne orchestrated the entire process masterfully and delivered the best outcome we could have imagined.
Marianne is a born salesperson and an expert negotiator. She is incredibly determined and hard-working and a natural at cultivating relationships. Her background in fine art gives her a keen visual eye and excellent taste, which helped inform the renovations we made to the house before putting it on the market. She guided us over an 18-month period as we started actively planning our first move in 23 years. When we were ready to put the house on the market, she kicked into high gear, shaping the overall marketing strategy and handling all the details, from cleaning and staging, to photography and videography, social media and email outreach, and finally to open houses, the offer review, and the negotiations with buyers’ agents. She understood clearly the target demographic for our house and successfully told the story of our home with the right buyers in mind. Her experience and good judgment paid off—we got four amazing offers, all over the asking price. Marianne was able to connect and empathize with the buyers and help them envision how our property could meet their needs and aspirations for their family and ultimately that’s what really made the sale.
We were so fortunate to have her on our side, providing wise counsel and keeping us optimistic and grounded along the way. We highly recommend Marianne.”
— Don and Heather Hall
“It is difficult to properly describe our experience in working with Marianne Francis, only because there are so many positive things to say! Having said that, the closest we can get would be 'Marianne is extraordinary.' She is so proud to be a real estate agent, and she cares deeply about her clients, as well as her firm, Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty. She is the consummate professional and is ethical and honest to the core. Equally important, she follows through on every single commitment she makes. She is incredibly smart and responsive (at all hours of the day and night) and is always willing to ask questions and perform background research to ensure that all details are in order. In addition, Marianne has the perfect amount of humor to share, just when she senses that you need a smile. As we all know, buying and selling real estate is a deeply personal, emotional and draining experience. Having a true partner in the process makes the experience so much more rewarding. Marianne was our partner at every step of the way. As two working professionals, Marianne often times offered to help us with aspects of our life that were completely out of the scope of our home sale and/or subsequent purchase. The fact that she tried to make our life easier meant more to us than she will ever know. Our only regret is that we have not won the lottery, and will not be able to buy and sell a dozen more homes with Marianne. Thank you, Marianne, for being beside us during the largest transaction of our life! We cannot wait for the next real estate adventure with you!”
— Nedim & Julie Genjac
Service Commitment
HOME REPAIRS
Repair
Remodel
Redesign
Organize
In today's market, home staging is crucial for sellers. Recent data shows 23% of agents stage all homes, and 10% do so for challenging properties. Commonly staged areas include the living room, kitchen, primary bedroom, and dining room. Methods range from professional services to personal efforts. Despite costs, staging often pays off, with increased offers and shorter time on the market. Quality photos, physical staging, and video tours are now essential for listings, enhancing marketability and sale potential.
CURB APPEAL
Landscaping
Painting
Sense of Arrival
Storytelling
Only an experienced residential real estate agent can provide the vital recommendations for upgrades or changes to your landscaping, better helping you evaluate your home’s curb appeal. We will go over trusted vendors to ensure any job we take on is done right.
A home’s first impression is its curb appeal and landscaping,thefirstthingapotentialbuyerseeswhen they pull up to the house.
STAGING
Sell Your Home Faster
Make More Money
Recoup Investment
Stand Out From Competition
Avoid a Costly Price Reduction
Staging a house before it goes on the market can help potential buyers envision their future in the home. We will leverage my relationship with the market’s finest third-party stagers, with varying design aesthetics, to best match the buyer demographic.
According to NAR's 2023 Profile of Home staging, when staging a home, 20% of sellers' agents reported an increase of 1% to 5% of the dollar value offered by buyers in comparison to similar homes.
81%
of buyers find it easier to visualize a staged property as their future home
34%
of buyers say it positively impacts home value if the home is decorated to the buyer’s taste
40%
of buyers are more willing to walk through the home they saw online
23% of buyers overlook other property faults if a home is staged well
Community Involvement
Begins at Home
Giving back to the community is instilled in Marianne’s being. Whether seeking to aid a neighbor through disaster or offer inspiration in times of good, Marianne is dedicated to making the world a better place.
Cornish College of the Arts
Kirkland Downtown Association
Mary’s Place
Babies of Homelessness
Humble Design
Giving Circle
“Le Roi du Poisson” commissioned by the city of Kirkland and on display at the Kirkland Fish Frolic in 2014.
Marianne serving as co-chair of the 2015 "Next Century" Cornish Gala.
Marianne with Mary Lambert, Cornish College of the Arts Graduate and Grammy Award Winner, pictured at the 2014 Cornish graduation.
Board Members, at the groundbreaking
CORNISH COLLEGE OF THE ARTS
Marianne has been on the Cornish College of the Arts Board of Trustees since 2007. She sees the importance of funding blossoming artists and has served as a co-chair for the Cornish Gala five times, helping to raise crucial scholarship money. As an alumna of the institute, Marianne is dedicated to maintaining the institute and everything it stands for.
KIRKLAND DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION
The Kirkland Downtown Association works to foster a supportive and collaborative environment for community members. Marianne is an active participant in local events, fundraisers, and fun, and in 2014, she was commissioned by the city of Kirkland for the Kirkland Waterfront’s Fish Frolic (pictured to the left).
MARY’S PLACE
All families deserve safety, stability, and housing. Mary’s Place offers assistance for families on their journey out of homelessness with five family shelters in King County and resources for those who need it most. Marianne enjoys partnering with Mary’s Place and has encouraged friends, family, and peers to knit hats each winter for donation.
GIVING CIRCLE
Marianne humbly leads a Giving Circle through the 100 Who Care Alliance, where she partners with powerful women in her life to give back. Each quarter, members donate funds and vote for a local non-profit to receive funds, ensuring donations are allocated to organizations members care about most.
Marianne pictured with Sherry Raisbeck and Carol Munro, fellow Cornish College
of Cornish Commons.
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Only With Us ®
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Sotheby’s International Realty
$157B IN GLOBAL SALES VOLUME IN 2024
MOST PROFILED LUXURY REAL ESTATE BRAND IN THE NEWS *MELTWATER JANUARY-DECEMBER 2024
26,100 SALES ASSOCIATES #1 MARKET SHARE OF THE TOP 250 INDIVIDUAL AGENTS IN AMERICA
1,100 OFFICES
84 COUNTRIES & TERRITORIES
$4.6B IN ANNUAL GLOBAL REFERRALS 33M+ VISITS TO SOTHEBYSREALTY.COM
Performance Based
1.2M SOCIAL MEDIA FOLLOWERS 65M+ VIDEO PLAYS IN 2024
We are incredibly grateful for the unwavering support of the community that has played such a vital role in our journey. It is with immense pride that we share the news of being recognized with the Best of Kirkland and Bellevue awards by our community. These accolades not only celebrate our dedication but also underscore the deep connections we have forged within the areas we serve. It is a profound honor, and we are deeply thankful for the trust and appreciation shown by our community.
Luxury is an experience, not a price point. Every Realogics Sotheby's International Realty listing benefits from the firm's global reach, powerful marketing, and superior professional service. In 2020, 37% of our transactions were under $1 million.
Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty Holds the #1 Position Compared to Our Peers in Washington State
$1.862M
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POWERFUL HERITAGE
Sotheby's is more than just our name
Over the last two centuries, Sotheby's auction house has built an iconic brand with unparalleled prestige. Today, Sotheby's International Realty builds on its legacy with the auction house by offering the same elevated standards and exemplary service. We harness the global power of the Sotheby's name and its proprietary database of 700,000 clients to create unique opportunities and introduce your property to the most qualified buyers all around the world.
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Salesrooms Around the World
$6B+ in Annual Sales
253 of Forbes 400 Wealthiest Americans
86 of Forbes Top 500 CEOs
60 of Worth Magazine’s Benefactor 100 List
71 of Forbes 100 World’s Wealthiest People
78 of Forbes 100 Wealthiest Americans
A Remarkable Brand
Sotheby’s is a key participant in the history of the world’s most luxurious and treasured items. From the Sotheby’s Institute of Art, a graduate school of art and its markets, to its renowned auctions and even its exceptional wine business, Sotheby’s represents the elite services and grand possessions sought by the world’s most affluent clientele. As part of such an extraordinary legacy, Sotheby’s International Realty associates have a unique advantage when marketing and selling the world’s most remarkable homes.
Marianne holds a Sotheby’s Institute of Art Certification, affording her clientele ease in transacting across the Sotheby’s marketplace. Her designation and education allow her to skillfully evaluate artists and their prestige throughout the market internationally. Beyond considering the importance of dealing art, Marianne carefully assesses challenges, risks, and opportunity through tracing historical roots of work and providing knowledge of today’s market.
Sotheby’s Auction House Sotheby’s International Realty®
Sotheby’s Wine
RM Sotheby’s Sotheby’s Institute of Art Sotheby’s Diamonds
Local Experts Worldwide
3710 Meadowbank Drive
Austin, TX | $12,900,000
Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty
153 Whipple Way
Telluride, CO | $12,500,000
LIV Sotheby’s International Realty
2 Harbor View Drive
Newport, RI | $10,900,000
Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty
5 Bamboo Road
New Orleans, LA | $4,875,000
Crescent Sotheby’s International Realty
Address Undisclosed
Munich, Bavaria, Germany | $35,870,039
Munich Sotheby’s International Realty
Orla Infinity
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai | $21,508,304
Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty
1475 av. Des Pins O.
Montreal, Quebec, Canada | $20,584,746
Sotheby’s International Realty Quebec
Address Undisclosed
Paris, France | $8,024,422
Proprietes Parisiennes Sotheby’s Int. Realty
MARKETING ON WEBSITES
CATERING TO ASIAN VIEWERS
International New York Times
Juwai
Nikkei
PropGOLuxury
Asia Tatler
Z-Property
BROKERAGE OFFICES IN ASIA
Bangkok
Singapore
Tokyo
Our listings and brokers are featured on Juwai to create engagement with native Chinese language speakers both in the US and abroad. This app showcases our Pacific Northwest real estate and lifestyle in real time overseas to encourage communications between our Asia Services Group and connect our local brokers and their listing clients with a world of opportunity.
NIKKEI
Nikkei, the most influential news publication in Japan and one of the major media powerhouses in the world, has an exclusive partnership with the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand. This alliance enables the brand to generate Japanese buyer interest through Nikkei’s digital platform, which reaches over 12.8 million monthly users. We are the first real estate brand to present property listings outside of Japan to readers of Nikkei, giving Japanese consumers access to local residential real estate offerings.
