Sotheby's International Realty Brand Welcomes Upstate South Carolina Firm

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March 25, 2014 // Franchising.com // Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that Justin Winter and Associates, LLC in Sunset, S.C., is the newest member of its real estate network and will operate as Justin Winter Sotheby's International Realty.

Justin Winter is broker/owner of the firm, which is located at 119 Buck Ridge Road in Sunset, S.C., on Lake Keowee. With the addition of this firm, the Sotheby's International Realty® network now has five independently owned and operated member companies throughout the state including: Celia Dunn Sotheby's International Realty in Bluffton; Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty in Charleston; Laissez Faire Sotheby's International Realty in Aiken; and Prince George Sotheby's International Realty in Pawleys Island.

"For nature lovers, Lake Keowee offers clear crystal waters, a backdrop of majestic mountains and world-class amenity communities including The Cliffs® and The Reserve at Lake Keowee®," said Philip White, president and chief executive officer, Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC. "For the last 10 years, Justin and his team have been a trusted resource in these communities. We proudly welcome Justin Winter Sotheby's International Realty to our network and look forward to bringing our brand's global reach to this market."

Winter's firm has a reputation for providing knowledgeable and professional real estate counsel. "We focus on earning the trust and respect of our clients," Winter said. "As property owners and club members in the communities in which we serve, we have an in-depth knowledge of our market and the unique lifestyle this area offers. We look forward to introducing this very special region to both domestic and international audiences. With the support of the Sotheby's International Realty brand, that's now possible."

The Sotheby's International Realty network currently has more than 14,500 sales associates located in approximately 700 offices in 52 countries and territories worldwide. Justin Winter Sotheby's International Realty listings will be marketed on the sothebysrealty.com global website. In addition to the referral opportunities and widened exposure generated from this source, the firm's brokers and clients will benefit from an association with the Sotheby's auction house and worldwide Sotheby's International Realty marketing programs. Each office is independently owned and operated.

About Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC

Founded in 1976 to provide independent brokerages with a powerful marketing and referral program for luxury listings, the Sotheby's International Realty network was designed to connect the finest independent real estate companies to the most prestigious clientele in the world. Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC is a subsidiary of Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY), a global leader in real estate franchising and provider of real estate brokerage, relocation and settlement services. In February 2004, Realogy entered into a long-term strategic alliance with Sotheby's, the operator of the auction house. The agreement provided for the licensing of the Sotheby's International Realty name and the development of a full franchise system. Affiliations in the system are granted only to brokerages and individuals meeting strict qualifications. Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC supports its affiliates with a host of operational, marketing, recruiting, educational and business development resources. Franchise affiliates also benefit from an association with the venerable Sotheby's auction house, established in 1744. For more information, visit www.sothebysrealty.com.

SOURCE Sotheby's International Realty

Contact:

Jennifer Zimmerman
Senior Director, Public Relations and Communications
Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC
175 Park Avenue
Madison, NJ 07940
(973) 407-6375
Jennifer.Zimmerman@sothebysrealty.com

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