ALEX CANFIELD EARNS COLDWELL BANKER PREVIEWS INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY SPECIALIST DESIGNATION

Program Certifies Coldwell Banker Sales Associates to Work with Luxury Properties

(Savannah, GA) – Alex Canfield, Associate Broker, of Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners has earned the Coldwell Banker Previews International® Property Specialist designation for luxury properties. To date, only eight percent of more than 84,000 sales associates affiliated with the Coldwell Banker brand have been awarded this designation.

“In addition to performance-based criteria on successfully selling luxury properties, Alex had to complete a certification course to earn the Previews Property Specialist designation,” says Tom Woiwode, Managing Broker of Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners. “The course covers topics such as how to develop detailed market analysis for the sellers of luxury homes and how to make use of Coldwell Banker Previews resources to implement specialized marketing plans that will expose his fine properties to affluent buyers on a worldwide basis.”

The Previews name was founded in 1933, establishing a luxury marketing legacy that spanned decades until it was acquired by Coldwell Banker Real Estate in 1980. Previews® is a comprehensive marketing program designed specifically for marketing luxury residential properties to affluent buyers worldwide. Through the success of this initiative, Coldwell Banker affiliated agents and teams are recognized as a global leader in luxury real estate.

The Previews certification course creates a standardized education model to help the newest generation of luxury agents meet and exceed the expectations of high- net-worth clients. The course provides learning, networking, marketing strategies and mentorship, pairing the experience and first-hand knowledge of successful luxury agents with industry-leading resources. According to Craig Hogan, vice president of luxury for Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, “the objective of the program is to truly distinguish exceptional real estate professionals who represent exceptional properties.”

In order to participate in the immersive multi-day course, participating agents must meet strict production guidelines — “some of the most rigorous standards in the industry today,” said Hogan. Certification renewal is also required every 24 months, to ensure Previews Property Specialists are up to date on new technologies and additional programs, as well as current best practices.

 “I am proud to join the elite group of agents that are Previews Certified,” says Canfield. “Savannah and the surrounding areas are a growing destination for luxury property. I tend to focus on property near the water, but the downtown Historic District also is a distinct draw. When I am selling a house that was built in 1850, I like to put myself in that timeframe and think about what that house has experienced in its lifetime, as well as learn the history about the property. I think people in the luxury home market appreciate those details.”

Alex Canfield can be reached at 912-398-5414 or at Alex.Canfield@ColdwellBanker.com.

About Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners

Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners located at 6349 Abercorn St., can be reached at 912-352-1222. The company specializes in serving as a partner in real estate transactions, and has 165 sales associates and eight locations throughout Coastal Georgia and South Carolina. Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners has been an affiliate of the Coldwell Banker for 22 years.

About Coldwell Banker Previews International®

The Coldwell Banker Previews International program has been a world leader in the marketing of luxury homes since 1933. The Previews® program was acquired by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC in 1980 and launched as Coldwell Banker Previews International®, the brand’s luxury homes program. The exclusive group of certified Previews Property Specialists make up approximately 8.5 percent of the independent sales associates affiliated with the Coldwell Banker brand worldwide. Coldwell Banker Previews International participated in more than 25,000 transaction sides of homes priced at $1 million or more in 2015. On average, Previews handles $133.5 million in luxury homes sales every day. Coldwell Banker, Previews and Coldwell Banker Previews International are registered marks licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Each office is independently owned and operated.

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For more information, please contact me at BethAnn@MyCBPP.com or 912-508-2543. Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners Real Estate Service in Georgia and South Carolina.

Toys for Tots

The Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners Beaufort Office collected gifts for Toys for Tots this year. We are so proud of our agents for contributing and blessed that so many people joined in to help these deserving Tots have a wonderful Christmas! Merry Christmas to all!

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.

Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners

Welcomes Marianne Greer to the Savannah Office

Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners announces today the addition of Marianne Greer as an associate broker to the company’s Savannah office, located at 6349 Abercorn Street. Marianne will focus on a wide variety of home sales, including homes in Savannah’s Historic District, Midtown and Southside neighborhoods.

Aside from home sales, Marianne is very passionate about giving back to the community and attracting tourism to Savannah. She is an avid volunteer for events benefitting the Savannah Food & Wine Festival, member of the Two Hundred Club of the Coastal Empire and is active with Savannah’s Tourism Leadership Council.

Prior to working in real estate, Marianne had a successful career in hotel sales and management, working in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Atlanta and Key West. She was originally attracted to working with Coldwell Banker after going through the frequent relocation that accompanies working in the hospitality industry.

“The consistent buying and selling experience of my own homes gave me the emotional connection to really understand and empathize with my real estate clients throughout the process,” says Marianne. “My ultimate goal is for my clients to be fully comfortable with the home buying process, and be completely confident in me navigating the ins and outs on their behalf.”

Marianne Greer may be reached at 912.352.1222 or via email at Marianne.Greer@ColdwellBanker.com.

For more information, please contact me at Announcements@mycbpp.com or toll free at 800.505.8111. Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners Real Estate Service in Georgia and South Carolina.

Is your city one of the most expensive or least expensive markets? See how your locale stacks up against the rest of the country in Coldwell Banker's Annual Home Listing Report!

Top 10 Most Expensive Markets

1. Saratoga*, Calif., $2,453,718

2. Newport Beach, Calif., $2,130,338

3. Cupertino*, Calif., $1,812,833

4. Redwood City*, Calif., $1,807,068

5. Arcadia, Calif., $1,748,680

6. Carmel, Calif., $1,722,500

7. San Francisco*, Calif., $1,672,100

8. La Cañada Flintridge, Calif., $1,571,846

9. Sunnyvale*, Calif., $1,566,616

10. Los Gatos*, Calif., $1,470,524

*Indicates Silicon Valley

In contrast, the 2016 HLR found that you don't have to move to the middle of nowhere to find an affordable home. Many of the most affordable markets are located in -or within an hour's drive to- metropolitan areas that offer access to jobs, culture, entertainment or top universities. This year, Detroit, an iconic city which has seen a major revitalization, ranked as the most affordable market in the country where an average four-bedroom, two-bathroom home costs $64,110.

Detroit most affordable city to buy a home in U.S. where 4-bed, 2-bath home costs $64,110 @ColdwellBanker Home Listing Report

Top 10 Most Affordable Markets

1. Detroit*, Mich., $64,110

2. Cleveland*, Ohio , $73,073

3. Park Forest*, Ill., $78,392

4. Jamestown*, N.Y., $88,891

5. Utica*, N.Y. , $92,891

6. Wilkes-Barre*, Pa. , $94,436

7. Scranton*, Pa. , $104,842

8. Huntington*, Ind. , $105,614

9. Augusta*, Ga. , $106,567

10. Palatka*, Fla. , $110,655*

*Indicates a market in or within commuting distance to metropolitan areas
Georgia residents can find information here and South Carolina residents can find information specific to their state here!

CBS News provided excellent analysis of our annual Home Listing Report. The full story can be found here.


For more information, please contact me at Announcements@mycbpp.com or toll free at 800.505.8111. Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners Real Estate Service in Georgia and South Carolina.

Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners

Welcomes Shawn Davis to the Pooler Office

Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners announces today the addition of Shawn Davis as a sales associate to the company’s Pooler office, located at 130 Canal Street. He will serve Pooler and the Greater Savannah area – and will specialize in new homes, relocation and FHA and VA home buys, and first-time home buyers.

Shawn brings over 25 years of experience in customer service, including serving as a business owner for a landscaping company. As a former business owner, he understands that the customer is king and is passionate about his commitment to serving home buyers and sellers during every step of the decision making process. Shawn also has a background in new home construction and remodeling, allowing him to better serve clients with questions in those areas.

“My ultimate goal is for my clients to know that I am a man of integrity,” says Shawn. “I am here to guide and serve you through the home buying or selling process so that you can make the best decisions for you and your family.”

Shawn Davis may be reached at 912.330.8330 or via email at Shawn.Davis@ColdwellBanker.com.

Media Contact: BethAnn@mycbpp.com or 912.352.1222. Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners Real Estate Service in Georgia and South Carolina.