Realtors Named to Coldwell Banker International Diamond Society

April 20, 2012

Sales associates with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage, have been honored as members of the company’s International Diamond Society. This distinguished membership was awarded to the top 8 percent of all sales associates / representatives worldwide in the Coldwell Banker® system.

International Diamond Society members include Bobby Jean Harvey, Greg Barber, Jennifer Farmer, and Kelly Sloop of Wilmington, N.C., Chris Cunningham of Jacksonville, N.C., and Janeise Collins and Nora Ruehle of Hampstead, N.C.

“These sales associate’s dedication to hard work and customer service led to great success in 2011,” says Jim Gillespie, chief executive officer, Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. “They represent everything membership in the International Diamond Society is about. I’m grateful to work with and learn from great leaders like them.”

“Home prices have begun to stabilize, interest rates remain low and affordability has improved with many markets at historically strong levels,” says Gillespie. “While the last several years have clearly been a challenge, homeownership is still in our DNA as part of the American Dream.”

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Realtors Named to Coldwell Banker International President’s Circle

April 20, 2012

Sales associates with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage, have been honored as members of the company’s International President’s Circle. This prestigious membership was awarded to the top 4 percent of all sales associates / representatives worldwide in the Coldwell Banker® system.

International Diamond Society members include Anna Garcia, Carla Buckhold, and Scott Bowser of Jacksonville, N.C.; Cynthia Strickland, Jennie Steele, and Travis Best of Wilmington, N.C.; Lynda Haraway of Oak Island, N.C.; and Nolan Formalarie of Southport, N.C.

“These sales associate’s dedication to hard work and customer service led to great success in 2011,” says Jim Gillespie, chief executive officer, Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. “They represent everything membership in the International President’s Circle is about. I’m grateful to work with and learn from great leaders like them.”

“Home prices have begun to stabilize, interest rates remain low and affordability has improved with many markets at historically strong levels,” says Gillespie. “While the last several years have clearly been a challenge, homeownership is still in our DNA as part of the American Dream.”

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Gasparovic & Associates Named Coldwell Banker International President’s Elite Team

April 20, 2012

Sales associate teams with the Stephanie Gasparovic and Associates team of Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage have been recognized as International President’s Elite Team. This prestigious membership was awarded to the TOP 10 percent of all sales associate / representative teams in North America.

The Stephanie Gasparovic and Associates team is comprised of Stephanie Gasparovic, Eric Sabourin, and Penny Olson. Sales associates Lee Bryant and Jan DeVos were also awarded International President’s Elite Team membership.

“These sales associate’s extensive knowledge and understanding of the overall real estate industry and the Wilmington area personify the success embodied by the International President’s Elite Team,” says Jim Gillespie, chief executive officer of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. “It’s this type of attention to detail and dedication that have defined the Coldwell Banker brand for over 100 years, and with Stephanie Gasparovic and Associates, will continue for years to come.”

“While this is still a challenging time for the real estate industry, millions of people continue to buy and sell homes based on their lifestyles and needs,” says Gillespie. “Interest rates remain low, and affordability is at historically strong levels, making this one of the smartest times to buy a home for those who have good credit, a secure job and financial viability.”

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Realtors Named to Coldwell Banker International Sterling Society

April 20, 2012

Sales associates with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage, have been honored as members of the company’s International Sterling Society. This distinguished membership was awarded to the top 12 percent of all sales associates / representatives worldwide in the Coldwell Banker® system.

International Sterling Society members include Bev Femia, Eliza Santos, Madonna McMahon, and Rushell Bongiorno of Wilmington, N.C.; Tammy Ebersole of Carolina Beach, N.C.; Carolyn Hall and Lillian Wendricks of Jacksonville, N.C.; Ginger Harper, Ken Keegan, and Sharon Zak of Southport, N.C.; and Karen Schwartz and Sean Skutnik of Leland, N.C.

“Home prices have begun to stabilize, interest rates remain low and affordability has improved with many markets at historically strong levels,” says Jim Gillespie, chief executive officer, Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. “While the last several years have clearly been a challenge, homeownership is still in our DNA as part of the American Dream.”

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Teams Named to Coldwell Banker International Sterling Society

April 20, 2012

Sales associate teams with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage have been recognized as International Sterling Society Teams. This prestigious membership was awarded to the TOP 30 percent of all sales associate / representative teams nationally.

The Enzor team of Shallotte, N.C. is comprised of Monroe Enzor and Amanda Enzor. The Krueger team of Southport, N.C. is comprised of Dennis Krueger, Penny Krueger, and Sarah Kirby. The Rosado & Associates team of Southport, N.C. is comprised of Vic Rosado, Kelly Stone, and Rich Hagan. The Jessica Riffle Edwards team of Wilmington, N.C. is comprised of Jessica Riffle Edwards and Carolyn Byrnes. The Justin Ash team of Wilmington, N.C. is comprised of Justin Ash and Alan Murphy. The Michelle Gurrera team of Wilmington, N.C. is comprised of Michelle Gurrera, Marisa Pierce, and Carol Pendergrass. The Pugh team of Wilmington, N.C. is comprised of Kirk Pugh, Barbara Pugh, and Julie Chappell.

“These sales associate teams have been presented with the International Sterling Society Team award in recognition of their contributions to both the Coldwell Banker brand and the real estate industry,” says Jim Gillespie, chief executive officer of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. “They are trusted guides to their clients, ensuring they have the tools and expertise to make smart decisions as they realize their dream of homeownership.”

“While this is still a challenging time for the real estate industry, millions of people continue to buy and sell homes based on their lifestyles and needs,” says Gillespie. “Interest rates remain low, and affordability is at historically strong levels, making this one of the smartest times to buy a home for those who have good credit, a secure job and financial viability.”

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