2024 VDB Compass Magazine

MARK vo n d e r BURG

An innovative approach to real estate is here.

Driven by technology and powered by years of experience in the Pacific NW, VDB | Compass delivers a modern real estate experience in Seattle and the Eastside.

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A premier full-service luxury team with a proven record of success that speaks for itself ABOUT VDB | COMPASS

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MARK vo n d e r BURG FIRST FOUNDING BROKER | COMPASS SEATTLE

Mark von der Burg has built his reputation as a Local and National Expert in Real Estate over more than thirty years, consistently maintaining a fivestar rating and ranking in the top half percentile of all agents nationwide. Among other achievements, these accolades underscore his commitment to ensuring every aspect of his business surpasses

NO. 1 COMPASS AGENT AT THE BRAVERN BELLEVUE OFFICE 2018-2021 / FIRST FOUNDING BROKER | COMPASS SEATTLE

industry standards.

Yet Mark’s personal measure of success isn’t found in awards or his $3.269B in lifetime sales.

It’s reflected in the resounding endorsements of

NO. 1 COLDWELL BANKER BAIN TEAM 2014-2018

his clients and respect of his peers, who recognize Mark’s unwavering ethical standards and dedication to his clients and their success.

$3.296B TOTAL LIFETIME SALES

Mark has distinguished himself by meticulously refining homes before they hit the market, long before practices like staging became commonplace.

This attention to detail has earned his distinctive listings the recognition of ‘A Mark Listing,’ serving as a testament to the perfectionism he consistently applies to all his work. Mark enjoys the many disciplines of real estate: artistic design, visionary marketing, emerging technology, datadriven strategies, creative sales, and the skill of negotiation that goes into each deal. Mark is recognized as an industry leader.

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VDB | COMPASS ADVANTAGE AS PREMIER FULL-SERVICE LUXURY BROKERS, OUR PROVEN RECORD OF SUCCESS SPEAKS FOR ITSELF. WORKING WITH VDB | COMPASS GIVES YOU THE FOLLOWING ADVANTAGES:

Our customized marketing campaign and personalized monitoring result in maximum exposure for your listing.

Our 30+ years of experience lend expertise in pre-listing preparation, understanding and negotiating contracts, and successfully closing transactions.

Our listings consistently sell for a higher average price per square foot than our competitors.

Our comprehensive local knowledge expands the Eastside and Seattle, yielding the best marketing position for your Home.

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DECADES OF SUCCESS

1990

1991 – 93

1992 – 95

SINCE 1993

1996

1997

2014-2018

VDB joined

Represented

Earned

Has represented

VDB joined

Earned Coldwell

Awarded Coldwell

John L. Scott

Stafford Homes

recognition as

Steven D. Smith

Coldwell Banker

Banker Bain’s Top

Banker Bain’s #1

one of John L.

Homes for 30+

Bain

10 Agents for 20+

Team & exceeded

Scott’s Top

years

years

$100,000,000 in

5 Agents

10

Annual Sales

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2015

2016

2017

2018

2020

Present

Awarded Top 250

Recognized as one

Accomplished

Joined forces with

Celebrated Grand

Ongoing commitment

in RealTrends

of the 100 Most

$128M lifetime

Compass as the

Opening of Compass

to delivering success

America’s Best

Influential Real

sales, ranking

First Founding

WA offices at The

for our clients

Real Estate Agents

Estate Agents by

#2 amongst all

Broker of the

Bravern in Bellevue

Real Estate Executive

Realtors in the

Northwest with

as the #1 Compass

Magazine

entire Northwest

offices in Seattle,

Bellevue agent

Ranked #3 overall in performance in the Northwest MLS

YARROW POINT

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4 Beds | 5 Baths | 6,100 Sq Ft

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SAMMAMISH

4 Beds | 6 Baths | 4,790 Sq Ft

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KIRKLAND

4 Beds | 4 Baths | 3,450 Sq Ft

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DUVALL

4 Beds | 8 Baths | 8,670 Sq Ft

CLYDE HILL

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5 Beds | 5 Baths | 13,060 Sq Ft

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VUECREST

5 Beds | 5 Baths | 5,259 Sq Ft

WOODINVILLE 18

4 Beds | 7 Baths | 9,210 Sq Ft

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MEDINA

4 Beds | 4 Baths | 5,800 Sq Ft

WOODINVILLE 20

4 Beds | 5 Baths | 4,960 Sq Ft

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REDMOND

5 Beds | 6 Baths | 6,474 Sq Ft

KIRKLAND 22

4 Beds | 4 Baths | 4,085 Sq Ft

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SEATTLE

4 Beds | 5 Baths | 4,110 Sq Ft

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RIVER RUN RANCH CARNATION

4 Beds | 7 Baths | 8,338 Sq Ft

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WOODINVILLE

4 Beds | 4 Baths | 4,880 Sq Ft

CLYDE HILL 26

4 Beds | 4 Baths | 4,800 Sq Ft

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BELLEVUE TOWERS

2 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,857 Sq Ft

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CLYDE HILL

5 Beds | 6 Baths | 5,300 Sq Ft

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WASHINGTON SQUARE

2 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,441 Sq Ft

BELLEVUE TOWERS 30

2 Beds | 4 Baths | 3,593 Sq Ft

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ENATAI

5 Beds | 6 Baths | 7,110 Sq Ft

SAMMAMISH

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4 Beds | 5 Baths | 4,209 Sq Ft

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EDMONDS

5 Beds | 5 Baths | 8,151 Sq Ft

MEYDENBAUER 34

5 Beds | 5 Baths | 4,573 Sq Ft

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WOODINVILLE

4 Beds | 4 Baths | 5,603 Sq Ft

REDMOND 36

4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 5,390 Sq Ft

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KIRKLAND

3 Beds | 4 Baths | 3,790 Sq Ft

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VUECREST

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,150 Sq Ft

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REDMOND

4 Beds | 3 Baths | 4,008 Sq Ft

SAMMAMISH 40

5 Beds | 6 Baths | 6,136 Sq Ft

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GUNSHY RIDGE

4 Beds | 4 Baths | 4,924 Sq Ft

LAKE SAMMAMISH 42

4 Beds | 5 Baths | 4,690 Sq Ft

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KIRKLAND

4 Beds | 4 Baths | 4,140 Sq Ft

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SAMMAMISH

4 Beds | 6 Baths | 5,320 Sq Ft

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GUNSHY RIDGE

4 Beds | 5 Baths | 5,520 Sq Ft

BRIDLE TRAILS 46

5 Beds | 6 Baths | 5,530 Sq Ft

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WEST OF MARKET

5 Beds | 4 Baths | 3,510 Sq Ft

VUECREST 48

4 Beds | 5 Baths | 5,070 Sq Ft

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HOLLYWOOD HILL

4 Beds | 3 Baths | 5,470 Sq Ft

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MEYDENBAUER

4 Beds | 7 Baths | 5,170 Sq Ft

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CLYDE HILL

5 Beds | 6 Baths | 6,653 Sq Ft

LAKE SAMMAMISH

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4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,917 Sq Ft

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WEST OF MARKET

5 Beds | 6 Baths | 5,305 Sq Ft

REDMOND 54

5 Beds | 5 Baths | 5,040 Sq Ft

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BRIDLE TRAILS 56

5 Beds | 5 Baths | 5,040 Sq Ft

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BELLEVUE PACIFIC TOWER

3 Beds | 3 Baths | 1,709 Sq Ft

AQUA VISTA 58

5 Beds | 7 Baths | 5,539 Sq Ft

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VUECREST

4 Beds | 5 Baths | 5,000 Sq Ft

KIRKLAND

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5 Beds | 5 Baths | 4,050 Sq Ft

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REDMOND

Main Residence 4 Beds | 4 Baths | 7,110 Sq Ft Guest House 2 Beds | 1 Bath | 1,499 Sq Ft

ISSAQUAH HIGHLANDS 62

4 Beds | 6 Baths | 6,192 Sq Ft

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NORTH BEND

3 Beds | 4 Baths | 5,536 Sq Ft

CLYDE HILL 64

5 Beds | 7 Baths | 7,481 Sq Ft

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WOODWAY

6 Beds | 10 Baths | 10,831 Sq Ft

DENNY BLAINE

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5 Beds | 6 Baths | 7,852 Sq Ft

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LAURELHURST

4 Beds | 4 Baths | 3,533 Sq Ft

WOODINVILLE

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5 Beds | 7 Baths | 6,230 Sq Ft

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LAURELHURST CONTEMPORARY 70

4 Beds | 4 Baths | 4,400 Sq Ft

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VACATION HOMES

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THE HAMPTONS MEET MARTHA’S VINEYARD WHIDBEY ISLAND 74

4 Beds | 5 Baths | 6,012 Sq Ft

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CHÂTEAU KOPJEHAVEN

3 Beds | 3 Baths | 3,009 Sq Ft

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FIRST LADY OF THE BAY ROCHE HARBOR

3 Beds | 3 Baths | 3,009 Sq Ft

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EXPERIENCE LEAVENWORTH ON LAKE WENATCHEE 78

5 Beds | 6 Baths | 5,429 Sq Ft

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NEIGHBORHOOD EXPERTISE FROM GIG HARBOR TO FRIDAY HARBOR, AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN

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Ballard

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Capitol Hill

Island Living

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Equestrian Living

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Exclusive to VDB | Compass, our in-house marketing and design team is dedicated to expertly crafting the narrative and visuals around our clients.

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ARCHITECT BERNIE BAKER WATERFRONT

Just Listed

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9710 LINDSAY PLACE EDMONDS, WA 98020 OFFERED AT $3,99,000 An amazing level of craftsmanship & architectural interest with no expense spared! It’s the answer for “living the dream” or vacation relaxation!

Enjoy the sunlit waters of Puget Sound, the VIEWS are glorious! The home lives al fresco with adjoining courtyards extending to fresh air, Sound and Mountain vistas. 8 fireplaces! Invite your friends for crab season and pick up dinner from your own back yard! Entertain big celebrations or intimate gatherings. There is nothing like this Bernie Baker design!

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Compass is a licensed real estate broker in the State of Washington and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdraw without notice.

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MARKETING & DESIGN Hailing from the worlds of art, media, interiors, and advertising, the marketing and design team at VDB | Compass expertly crafts custom luxury property campaigns strategically deployed to targeted audiences.

SERVICES Custom Mailers Multi-Page Brochures Digital Strategy Public Relations Social Media Premier Advertising Interactive Videos Cinematic Films

VDB | COMPASS WEB PRESENCE Because most home Buyers begin their search online, it is imperative to maintain the widest coverage and exposure for your Home.

While your listing is added to the vast array of syndication sites, we also focus on the channels most likely to reach potential Buyers.

We strategically give your Home optimum exposure across the most media and real estate platforms.

In 1998, Mark von der Burg understood the value of an online presence and created one of the first three real estate websites in the Seattle area. Visit vdbcompass.com to learn more.

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PROFESSIONAL IMAGERY Our listings with enhanced photography receive more views than our competitors.

Using professional photography provides us with the highest quality images for your Home’s marketing collateral and syndicated web presence.

INTERACTIVE FILM Walk potential buyers through your Home in 3D, allowing them to pause and explore the space as desired. This experience provides a personalized, unmatched Home tour.

EMAILS Our mobile-optimized emails are distributed to our exlusive list of elite local, national, and international luxury Brokers.

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DIGITAL MARKETING

65K+

40K+

IMPRESSIONS PER MONTH ON INSTAGRAM

VIEWS PER MONTH ON YOUTUBE

9.51K+

2M+

FOLLOWERS ON INSTAGRAM

IMPRESSIONS PER MONTH ON PINTEREST

@vdbcompass INSTAGRAM @vdbcompass FACEBOOK VDB Compass

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INTERNATIONAL REPRESENTATION Our International Division is available to attend showings and connect with foreign Buyers and their agents for seamless communication and direct feedback. The team also works to bring interested Buyers to your Home.

We translate our marketing materials in order to reach Buyers in their native language. WeChat is utilized for directly communicating with potential Buyers and their agents.

Our dedicated International Team speaks Mandarin and Cantonese. They are also attuned to the traditional Chinese culture and customs to ensure an exceptional and welcoming experience with Buyers touring your Home.

EVENTS From exclusive previews for top brokers and clients, to innovative brand partnership experiences, a seasoned in-house team excels in bringing properties to life and activating their best attributes with sophisticated events that create extraordinary moments.

PAST CLIENT EVENTS Seattle Polo Party Bellevue Snowflake Lane Compass Collaborates VDB Special Client Events Community Enrichment

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We make suggestions for preparations prior to coming on market, provide contractor referrals and project management as needed, and coordinate staging consultations. We also have a team of experts to assist you with any estate or title concerns.

FEATURED SERVICES OUR VENDORS CAN PROVIDE Fresh Paint

Storage Support

Strategic Staging

Roofing Repair

Cosmetic Renovations

Upgraded Electric

Decluttering

Updated HVAC

Landscaping

Updated Plumbing

Custom Closets

So much more upon request

Moving Support

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PRE-LISTING PREPARATION

MARKETING TIMELINE Collaberating with Compass’ in-house marketing and advertising agency, your VDB | Compass agent will target the right audience across the most effective channels with a cohesive brand — all to elevate the style and story of your Home.

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PRELAUNCH

LAUNCH

ONGOING

Photography and Videography

Signage

Print and Digital Campaign

Copywriting and Property Descriptions

Initial Media Placements

Paid Social Media Campaign

Email Marketing Campaign

Ongoing Press Opportunities

Marketing Deliverables Schedule

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Print Collateral Production

Print and Digital Ad Campaign

Print and Digital Campaign Strategy

Social Media Campaign

PR Strategy Development

Broker’s Open

Development of Buyer Profiles

Distribution of Collateral

Promotion on Internal Compass Agent Channels Promotion on Compass-Owned Media Channels

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NOTABLE RECENT TRANSACTIONS

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$7,668,000 Clyde Hill

$2,138,000 Sammamish

$3,368,000 Redmond

$2,048,000 Bellevue

$3,000,000 Leavenworth

$2,243,000 Kirkland

$4,235,000 Edmonds

$2,150,000 Bellevue

$6,610,000 Woodinville

$6,095,000 Clyde Hill

$6,795,000 Clyde Hill

$2,300,000 Medina

$3,550,000 Duvall

$2,298,000 Kirkland

$4,535,000 Medina

$2,525,000 Bellevue

$5,400,000 Enatai

$8,238,000 Yarrow Point

$1,195,000 Seattle

$2,700,000 Clyde Hill

$3,688,000 Sammamish

$3,000,000 Bellevue

$3,335,000 Bellevue

$2,850,000 Bellevue

$4,150,000 Seattle

$6,700,000 Carnation

$3,345,000 Yarrow Point

$2,990,000 Bellevue

$5,689,000 Bellevue

$3,600,000 Clyde Hill

$2,155,000 Bellevue

$2,998,000 Bellevue

$7,135,000 Bellevue

$5,190,000 Clyde Hill

$2,220,500 Bellevue

$3,000,000 Bellevue

$3,700,000 Sammamish

$6,898,000 Clyde Hill

$2,250,000 Bellevue

$3,130,000 Bellevue

$2,468,000 Kirkland

$7,535,000 Yarrow Point

$2,250,000 Issaquah

$3,200,000 Bellevue

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$3,260,000 Clyde Hill

$4,579,000 Clyde Hill

$2,650,000 Bellevue

$4,400,000 Redmond

$3,260,000 Bellevue

$3,498,000 Clyde Hill

$5,200,000 Clyde Hill

$2,775,000 Bellevue

$2,335,000 Seattle

$5,549,000 Clyde Hill

$3,600,000 Bellevue

$3,578,000 Clyde Hill

$2,825,000 Kirkland

$3,388,000 Bellevue

$2,380,000 Edmonds

$3,853,000 Clyde Hill

$2,189,000 Redmond

$2,900,000 Kirkland

$2,500,000 Seattle

$3,498,300 Woodinville

$3,898,000 Clyde Hill

$2,493,000 Redmond

$3,000,000 Bellevue

$2,340,000 Bellevue

$2,998,000 Seattle

$1,848,000 Bellevue

$2,549,000 Redmond

$3,020,000 Bellevue

$2,425,000 Bellevue

$3,363,000 Redmond

$4,063,000 Medina

$2,569,000 Redmond

$2,248,000 Woodinville

$2,608,000 Yarrow Point

$5,549,000 Clyde Hill

$4,110,000 Clyde Hill

$2,598,000 Redmond

$2,366,000 Woodinville

$3,600,000 Bellevue

$3,800,000 Bellevue

$4,200,000 Hunts Point

$4,373,000 Bellevue

$2,575,000 Woodinville

$4,350,000 Bellevue

$4,530,000 Bellevue

$4,489,000 Bellevue

$2,086,500 Bellevue

$3,895,000 Woodinville

$2,575,000 Woodinville

$3,986,000 Clyde HIll

$4,500,000 Clyde Hill

$4,600,000 Clyde Hill

$3,995,000 Redmond

$2,120,000 Roche Harbor

$5,676,000 Clyde HIll

With an international reach, a solutions-driven mindset of a startup, and the sophistication of a luxury brand, Compass empowers agents to create the future of real estate.

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COMPASS WASHINGTON

Since expanding to the Pacific Northwest in 2018, Compass has become the number one brokerage. With Mark von der Burg leading the way as First Founding Broker, Compass Washington has garnered a distinguished track record of success as the Greater Seattle area’s primary luxury brokerage.

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WASHINGTON BY THE NUMBERS Within one year of its arrival in the Evergreen State in 2018, Compass became one of the top brokerages in the region.

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OFFICES

HIGH-END PRODUCING AGENTS TO DATE

$36B+

34,000+

TRANSACTIONS ATTAINED SINCE LAUNCHING COMPASS WASHINGTON

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CLOSED TRANSACTIONS SINCE LAUNCHING COMPASS PNW

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INTERNATIONAL REACH Through leading technology and sophisticated marketing, Compass listings are positioned for maximum exposure on the international marketplace, syndicating across distinguished publications such as Mansion Global, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times.

307M+

1.4M+

ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL BUYERS REACHED

ANNUAL UNIQUE INTERNATIONAL USERS ON COMPASS.COM

50+ COUNTRIES YOUR HOME SYNDICATES TO

96+ INTERNATIONAL PORTALS YOUR HOME SYNDICATES TO

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MARK vo n d e r BURG F i rst F o u n d i n g B ro k e r | C o m pas s S e at t l e

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m a r k @ v d bc o m pas s . c o m

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