Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners Announces the Addition of Real Estate Broker, Scott Alexander and Expansion of Georgia Footprint.

Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners welcomes new manager, Alexander, former Broker/Owner of Anchor Realty of Coastal Georgia. 

Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners announces today the addition of Scott Alexander, former broker and owner of Anchor Realty of Coastal Georgia (ARC). The addition of Alexander, includes the merging of ARC and will amplify the quality services, expansive benefits and unmatched talents that the Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners team provides.

“Joining the Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners team allows us all to better serve the real estate needs of our customers and clients throughout,” says Alexander. “I am extremely excited about this growth, and we look forward to continuing to provide home buyers and sellers in the Kingsland and Golden Isles market areas with the quality of service they expect and deserve. We are proud that Coldwell Banker’s combination of cutting edge technology systems and the strength of over 3,000 offices and 72,000 sales associates nationally continues to be a powerful presence in this, and surrounding, markets.” Alexander continues: “The strong leadership and nationwide presence of Coldwell Banker initially drew me to becoming part of their team, and I look forward to the great strides we will make as we continue to grow.”

The addition of Scott Alexander further enhances the company’s presence in the South Georgia and The Golden Isles areas. With over 20 years of experience in the Real Estate Industry, Alexander brings a wealth of market knowledge that will help support Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners’ rapid growth.

“We are very proud that Scott has joined our company, and we are excited for the great things we know he will accomplish in the Kingsland and St. Mary’s market,” says Tom Woiwode, Managing Broker for Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners. “His distinguished reputation and vast knowledge of real estate, the market, and the community will be extremely beneficial.”

Scott can be reached at (912) 882-5450. 

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Media Contact: Beth Ann Walker BethAnn@mycbpp.com.

Housing Remains Bright despite Overall Slowdown

By Pete Bakel

Recent data indicate a slowdown in economic activity for the remainder of 2012, yet modest growth is still expected, according to Fannie Mae’s Economic & Strategic Research Group. Breaking pace with a strong first quarter, consumer spending has weakened in recent months as the consumer confidence index fell to the lowest level since January. Contributing to the downturn is an uncertain job market. The June employment report showed significantly fewer hires compared to the first quarter monthly average, and ongoing concern regarding the European debt crisis and domestic financial markets may suppress a meaningful increase in private payrolls before the end of the year. In light of these trends, the Group has revised down the 2012 gross domestic product (GDP) growth projection from 2.2 percent to 2.0 percent.

“The data from the past month collectively point to decelerating economic growth, but growth nonetheless,” says Fannie Mae Chief Economist Doug Duncan. “It’s now clear that our bias toward downside risks noted in the June forecast have materialized, pushing down our already modest growth projections. However, despite signs of deteriorating momentum for economic activity, housing continues to be a bright spot as news from the housing market has been relatively upbeat, presenting a rare upside boost to the economy.”

The housing market continues to show positive signs. Compared to the same time last year, home sales increased by 9 percent and single-family housing starts are approximately 20 percent higher, though the levels are still considered below healthy norms. Residential investment is expected to increase this year but from a very low base, and is expected to contribute to economic growth for the first time since 2005. According to Fannie Mae's June 2012 National Housing Survey, homeowners are showing greater confidence in one-year-ahead home price expectations, and their broad attitudes regarding the housing market continue to improve. The share of polled consumers who say they would buy a home if they were going to move increased by 6 percentage points to the highest level seen in the survey’s two-year history. This is likely due in part to low interest rates and the assumption that home prices have hit bottom.

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National Recruiting Event - June 19th!!

Whether you are an experienced real estate professional or considering a career in real estate, Coldwell Banker® Real Estate is pleased to offer an opportunity to gain a unique perspective on the environment of today's real estate industry. No travel is necessary and you can participate from the privacy of your home, via the Internet. Program highlights include: - Budge Huskey, President and Chief Operating Officer, Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC: Insight into the national real estate market and the many opportunities available in today's improving economy. - Michael Fischer, Chief Marketing Officer, Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC: How Coldwell Banker Real Estate is redefining the housing conversation with a focus far beyond the financial lens. - Zan Monroe, Ninja Selling: An entertaining and informative look at a lifelong commitment to sales excellence and the path to a successful and prosperous real estate career.

CLICK HERE on June 19, 2012 at 4:00 pm Eastern Time and spend an hour with us in the Coldwell Banker Real Estate virtual event room. Upon entering the meeting room, attendees will be asked to register by name. To maintain confidentiality, your name will not be visible to others attending the event.

COLDWELL BANKER PLATINUM PARTNERS JOINS THE MARINE CORPS RESERVES IN TOYS FOR TOTS!

Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners, the region’s largest real estate company, is joining forces with the Marine Corps Reserves to collect toys for needy children throughout the region. The Toys for Tots campaign provides new toys for disadvantaged children to send a message of hope during this holiday season.

New, unwrapped toys can be dropped off at any of our office locations through December 16th. Please help by donating a toy in order to provide a brighter Christmas for a child in need. When you donate a new, unwrapped toy to this program, you give much more than a gift. You give hope, love, and joy to a child who might otherwise not receive the true meaning of the holiday – someone who cares. Please give in true recognition of the season – please give from your heart.

For more information on how you can help, please contact the local office closest to you!
Beaufort: 843.986.2444, Bluffton: 843.705.2000, Midtown Savannah: 352.1222, Pooler: 330.8330, Richmond Hill: 756.9727, Brunswick: 912.267.0054 or St Simons Island: 912.634.0404 or visit MyCbpp.com.

Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners, established in 1995, is a full-service real estate firm with more than 100 sales agents strategically dispersed among its office locations stretching from Beaufort, South Carolina, through the greater Savannah area to St. Simons Island, Georgia. The company was founded by Connie Farmer Ray, president and CEO of Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners. In addition to listing and selling residential real estate, Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners’ other divisions include commercial real estate, property management, relocation services, new homes, a real estate school, mortgage lending, and a publishing/media division. The company’s corporate offices are located at 6349 Abercorn St., Savannah, Georgia. For more information visit their Web site at www.MyCbpp.com or call 800.505.8111. ###

Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners Honors 3rd Quarter Circle of Excellence Winners

Coldwell Banker Platinum proudly announces its Circle of Excellence Winners who not only represents our sales leaders, but associates who truly support their company and fellow agents.

The Circle of Excellence is a Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners internal awards program established to recognize well-rounded agents. In order to be inducted into the Circle of Excellence an agent must either be one of the top three in the company or meet the minimum point requirements in the following categories – production, participation and company support. Points are earned based on activities within each category.

A very special congratulations to: Dee Dee Covington (Life Charter Member); Steffany Farmer, Jane Beare and Jeff Shaufelberger (2010 Charter Members), Angie Aimar, Annette Bryant, Michael Cherry, Charles Gilyard, Dana Hill, Jenny Hearn, Marie Houben, Lyn McCuen, Renee Meyer, Wendy Reed, Karen Thomas, Don Varnadoe and Vivian Whitfield.

Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners Celebrates National Recognitions and Top Ranked Associates

Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners was recently recognized for its 3rd quarter of 2011 ranking as a Top 50 Company Nationwide in the Coldwell Banker franchise system. Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners Savannah office also ranked #2 for Selling Units, #8 for Total Units and as a Top 10 Office for Adjusted Gross Commission for the 3rd quarter of 2011 in the Coldwell Banker franchise system.

Additionally, the Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners Agents received recognition for their efforts during the 3rd quarter of 2011.

South Carolina:
Annette Bryant of Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners ranked as a Top 10 Associate for the 3rd quarter of 2011 in South Carolina for the Coldwell Banker franchise system in the Selling Units Category.
The DJV Group of Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners ranked as Top 10 team for the 3rd quarter of 2011 in South Carolina for the Coldwell Banker franchise system in the Adjusted Gross Commission, Total Listings and Listing Units Categories.

Georgia:
Jane Beare, Mike Cherry, Dee Dee Covington, Aaron Hoffman, Marie Houben and Lyn McCuen of Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners ranked as Top 10 sales associates for the 3rd quarter of 2011 in Georgia for the Coldwell Banker® franchise system. The Steffany Farmer Team and the Boyd-DuBose ranked as a Top 10 teams for the 3rd quarter of 2011 in Georgia for the Coldwell Banker franchise system.
Dee Dee Covigton ranked as #6 and Jane Beare ranked as #8 Top Sales Associates in Georgia for the Adjusted Gross Commission Category. Mike Cherry ranked as #1, Jane Beare ranked as #5, Marie Houben ranked as #7, Lyn McCuen ranked as #9 and Aaron Hoffman ranked as #10 Top Sales Associates in Georgia for the Selling Units Category. Mike Cherry ranked as #2 Top Sales Associate in Georgia for the Total Units Category and also as #10 for the Listing Units Category. The Steffany Farmer team ranked as a Top 10 Team in Georgia: #5 in the Adjusted Gross Commission Category; #5 in the Selling Units Category; #4 in the Total Units Category and #3 in the Listing Units Category. The Boyd-DuBose Team of Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners Brunswick Office ranked as a Top 10 team for the 3rd quarter of 2011 in Georgia for the Coldwell Banker franchise system in the Selling Units Category.

“Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners associates and offices exemplify the standards of excellence for which Coldwell Banker is known,” said Frank Lindsey, Southern Region director for Coldwell Banker Real Estate, LLC. “It is an honor to recognize the agents and the offices with these exceptional awards.”

To contact these award winning agents, please call 800.505.8111 or visit MyCbpp.com.

Winner, Winner, better than a Chicken Dinner!

COLDWELL BANKER REAL ESTATE WINS COMMUNICATOR CREATIVE EXCELLENCE AWARD FROM INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF VISUAL ARTS
Brand’s ‘On Location’ YouTube Channel Honored in Real Estate Website Category
PARSIPPANY, N.J., (July 7, 2010) – The International Academy of the Visual Arts has named Coldwell Banker On Location, the brand’s YouTube channel, a recipient of this year’s Communicator Awards for Creative Excellence in the real estate website category. The category honors the best site for the sale or rental of residential or commercial property.
“We were the first national real estate brand to add streaming video to our website. Today, our agents across the globe have posted more than 15,000 videos to our On Location channel,” said Mike Fischer, chief marketing officer for Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. “The most exciting part of On Location is that we have only just begun – there’s a lot more to come.”
On Location has been rated among the top 10 most-viewed brand channels on YouTube. In April, just 11 months after launching On Location, Coldwell Banker announced it had received over 1 million views. The site was launched in May 2009 and was produced in collaboration with FD Kinesis.
“Home buyers would much rather see a home than only read about it,” Fischer said. “Our On Location videos empower them to get a feel for a home, a community or a real estate professional that they could not get from photos or a text description alone. Equally important are the home sellers who are now expecting video to be a part of marketing their property.”
With thousands of entries received from across the United States and around the world, the Communicator Awards is one of the largest and most competitive awards program honoring the creative excellence for communications professionals. The Communicator Awards are judged and overseen by the International Academy of the Visual Arts, an invitation-only body consisting of top-tier professionals from acclaimed media, advertising and marketing firms.