ascent of a real estate leader
As a developer since 1996, Andrew Saunders has conceptualized, masterfully built, financed, and sold many South of the Highway estates in the Hamptons. He is known for his ability to connect the right concept in the right location at the right time with the right buyer.
Saunders realized that his skills as a developer were synergistic with many of the qualities of a successful luxury real estate agent. He joined Sotheby’s International Realty in 2001 and quickly became one of their top brokers nationwide, and in 2007 was ranked #43 of all brokers in the United States by The Wall Street Journal.
After several successful years from this vantage point, Andrew observed a clear—but unmet—need for a Hamptons-focused real estate brokerage firm with the smartest administrative, marketing, and technology professionals, all dedicated to “A Higher Form Of Realty.” A place where agents are energized and fully supported.
In 2008 this idea, this company, would come to be called Saunders & Associates.
“Two of my greatest strengths are my ability to multitask and the attention that I pay to detail, both of which I think are very necessary and very important in the business of real estate and help to make it easier for all involved. Judging by some of the feedback I have gotten, I think that my customers agree!”
testimonials
“Romaine was fantastic! After 9 months of our house being on the market with another brokerage firm, she came in and sold our house the very next weekend!”
“We were looking for a second home for two years and dealing with lousy broker after lousy broker until we found Romaine...I wish we would have started our search with her. Romaine only showed us houses that fit our parameters; I can’t recall once going to a house and thinking why did she bring us here? Funny thing is, the house we did finally purchase was something we would not have looked at if Romaine hadn’t won our trust by then and it literally is our dream home.”
“Romaine was top-notch in all categories and I recommend her without hesitation or reservation. From my perspective she represents all that a broker should be; she was extraordinarily responsive, went above and beyond in handling even the minutest details regarding negotiations, and had a keen understanding of the entire process of buying a home. Never before have I fully understood the value and importance of a broker in what would seemingly be a straightforward real estate transaction. Now I will never be without one.”
“I cannot sing the praises of Romaine enough. She shepherded us through the process of both buying AND selling separate homes in East Hampton, over the short period of 7 months. We could not have navigated the searches and completed the transactions without her assistance. She was always responsive, available, and prepared, and her expertise, professionalism, patience and pleasant demeanor transformed what had the potential to be a difficult process into a wonderful and life-changing experience.”
“Romaine is an absolute pleasure to work with--a complete pro! As a prospective buyer, I’ve consistently been impressed by how Romaine has taken the time to show us many homes, learn what we want and point us toward some terrific options. Moreover, she’s incredibly responsive, and always gets back to us in a flash. Her local knowledge and willingness to research the answers to all our questions -- feel like she’s visited the town records folks a dozen times on our behalf -- are truly unique.”
“Romaine is as hard working and dedicated as they come in the real estate business. She listens to what the client wants and needs, is diligent and incredibly knowledgeable about the market and the areas she services and follows up on all matters both prior to signing a contract and not only up to closing, but then goes the extra yard and helps as you are moving into your new property.”
romaine gordon
Romaine was born and raised on Nantucket Island in Massachusetts. After graduating from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst with a degree in business and marketing, she spent time traveling in the US and abroad, lived in San Diego, CA, Breckenridge CO, and spent many years living on St. Thomas & St. John, US Virgin Islands before finally settling in the Hamptons 18 years ago.
Prior to becoming involved in real estate, Romaine was an owner/partner in a decorating & design firm with a home base in Bridgehampton NY and worked on projects up and down the East Coast. The company participated in multiple Hamptons showhouses as well as a showhouse in Greenwich, CT where her own line of custom designed fabrics were featured.
Having designed and served as general contractor for her own East Hampton home as well as having worked with architects, builders and tradespeople during the design and construction phase of her clients’ projects, Romaine is well versed in the process of building new or renovating older homes.
Because the nature of her decorating & design business allowed her to be involved in all aspects of a project from concept to completion, from helping to design floor and electrical plans to choosing paint colors, hardware, faucets, fixtures, granite, tiles, furniture and fabrics, Romaine now boasts a vast wealth of knowledge and expertise acquired through time and experience. As a direct result, she now possesses the invaluable skill of being adept at helping others to envision the potential in any property that they may be considering.
Working tirelessly on behalf of her customers, both buyers and sellers, Romaine is a multitasker with a strong work ethic who pays attention to even the smallest of details, and has become an agent who has earned both trust and respect.
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WESTHAMPTON BEACH
33 Sunset Avenue
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978 (631) 288-4800
SOUTHAMPTON VILLAGE
14 Main Street
Southampton, NY 11968 (631) 283-5050
BRIDGEHAMPTON
2287 Montauk Highway Bridgehampton, NY 11932 (631) 537-5454
EAST HAMPTON
26 Montauk Highway East Hampton, NY 11937 (631) 324-7575
MONTAUK
764-4 Montauk Highway Montauk, NY 11954 (631) 668-2211
we educate, we empower, we engage
Starting at the top with Andrew & Colleen Saunders’ careful direction, the firm is led by a highly experienced and effective management group operating all five offices together as one organism, allowing for consistent and agile decision-making. The team is committed to continually innovating and improving systems that support our agents and clients.
Above everything else, we educate, empower, and engage our agents to grow their businesses.
we educate
Information is freely shared within the company, informally, and during weekly company meetings, fostering a collegial culture where agents and support staff work together and help one another succeed. Focused “Train To Gain” sessions are held each week to keep our agents abreast of new developments in technology, local legislation, and other information that affects their business and the real estate industry throughout the Hamptons.
we empower
All Saunders offices and agents are supported by our state-of-the-art company technology. Our elegant and easy-to-use Mac-based computers are fully supported by our local IT team. In-house professional-grade printers produce beautiful print materials, fully customizable in size and format.
we engage
We create engaging and captivating content to boost the visibility of our properties and agents. Working with in-house designers and premier vendors, we utilize the latest technology to support our properties with digital renderings, floorplans, photo enhancement, virtual staging, drone photography, short-form video, and beyond.
always available
Fully staffed 7 days a week from 9am–5pm with administrative and marketing support always available. Saunders provides smart, refreshing concierge services to agents, buyers, sellers, and renters that are thoughtfully aligned with the Hamptons’ sophisticated and high-profile culture. The firm’s offices are the most luxurious in the Hamptons.
hamptons born, hamptons focused
Saunders & Associates is 100% locally owned and operated, the Hamptons’ leading real estate brokerage firm. We are a proudly independent company with no reliance on outside funding or external decision-making. We own all five of our state-of-the-art offices, our management team is local, and we hire local talent.
Led by highly experienced management, our agents and staff provide a boutique, clientminded approach with unparalleled connections to every aspect of the Hamptons community. Our suite of cinematic websites is entirely focused on and designed for the Hamptons, imbued with a genuine hometown feeling.
Saunders & Associates is active in our local community and sponsors many events annually. These events are an excellent opportunity for agents to network and grow their brands.
Summer Concerts at Agawam Park with the Southampton Cultural Center
Outdoor at the Westhampton Beach Gazebo
Family Day at the Children’s Museum of the East End (CMEE)
Bridgehampton Library’s Live at Five Author Series
East Hampton Library’s Authors Night Event
Westhampton Beach Peforming Arts Center
Each year we hold a Thanksgiving Food Drive in all of our offices, during which our staff and agents collect thousands of nonperishable food items that we donate to local food pantries. Over the last 5 years, these drives have raised over $250,000 for local Hamptons charities. Additionally, Saunders supports our agents with donations and sponsorships for many individual local events throughout the year.
in-house intelligence
We know clarity is paramount for a smooth transaction.
Fostering a collaborative, energetic culture within the firm provides actionable insights, mentorship, and support between agents—vital in the competitive Hamptons real estate market. Based on years of analysis and vast real estate acumen, Saunders agents are empowered to create and facilitate successful transactions by analyzing and reviewing historical sales, permit requirements, and zoning regulations.
Together with an affiliated title business, New York Title Abstract Services, we run title on each Saunders exclusive listing as soon as we are engaged by the client to provide elevated clarity to expedite contract signing.
Theresa Quigley, Esq. is our Executive Managing Director and General Counsel. An East Hampton native, Theresa has been a practicing attorney for over 30 years in NYC and the Hamptons. Theresa is a highly respected professional and served as Deputy Supervisor for East Hampton Town from 2010-2013. She worked for 15 years at the firm Farrell Fritz resolving real estate, tax, estate planning, corporate, and environmental issues.
Among her services, Theresa directly assists our agents with zoning analysis, structuring transactions, and negotiating deals; and also interfaces with local government officials, surveyors, title companies, environmental engineers, house inspectors, and lenders in an effort to move our transactions forward.
concierge marketing service
The Saunders marketing mandate is to continually conceive and launch new, responsive ways to connect with qualified buyers for Hamptons properties around the corner and around the world.
From the newly renovated, state-of-the-art office in Bridgehampton, the Saunders Marketing department is a fully staffed, full-time local team including photographers and videographers, associate and senior graphic designers, web designers, social media experts, IT support, and copywriters. The creative team helps our agents grow their businesses and craft promotional materials that set them apart.
Steve Glick, the firm’s Senior Vice President of Advertising & Marketing, has lead the Saunders Marketing Team for the past 14 years and is among the industry’s most respected luxury real estate marketing professionals. He is constantly improving and innovating advertising, marketing, and technology systems that empower our agents and stimulate sales.
Our top-notch administrative support staff is invested and engaged in the concierge culture of the firm. All deal-related paperwork, such as exclusive agreements, leases, and commission bills, are prepared by the administrative team, thus freeing agents to do what they do best: to list and to sell properties.
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prime advertising - prime positioning
Saunders’ distinctive and captivating advertising is complemented by prime placement designed to attract and engage the right audience’s attention. Our marketing team has secured the premium first page “A2” in the local weekly editions of The Southampton Press, The East Hampton Press, The East Hampton Star, James Lane Post, The Shelter Island Reporter, among others.
Additionally, Saunders advertisements appear on Saturday’s inside cover position in The New York Post
Our robust, full-page, color advertising campaigns have appeared in many publications including, Quest, Hamptons, Hamptons Cottages & Gardens, Hamptons Real Estate Showcase, East End Living, The Daily, Purist, Social Life, Spotlight, Hamptons Life, Montauk Life, Palm Beach, and many others.
optimized for online
Over 90% of buyers and renters of Hamptons properties start their real estate search online, and our site is consistently optimized to rank highly on all search engines.
One of our strongest assets, HamptonsRealEstate.com, is a cinematic, user-friendly, internationally promoted, luxury-minded website. “Hamptons Real Estate” is the #1 and most dominant search phrase for real estate in the Hamptons on Google.
Winning acclaim and industry awards, HamptonsRealEstate.com is designed to provide an immersive and attractive experience for luxury buyers and renters. Our website’s consistent, clean presentation illustrates Saunders & Associates’ commitment to a higher form of real estate for buyers, sellers, and agents.
Cinematic video and compelling property photography immediately engage and invite viewers to explore all types of homes for sale and rent. Within the site, we provide a robust portrait of the Hamptons to assist in discovering the best aspects of the surrounding neighborhood. With a majority of our customers visiting our mobile site, we ensure their experience is as easy to use and visually impactful as the desktop version.
the most powerful platform in the hamptons
For over 25 years, Hamptons.com has been the #1 site for Hamptons content and the exclusive Village partner for Live Streaming HD Cameras and Free Public WiFi in the most desirable locations.
Driven by our iconic and market-dominant domain name, Hamptons.com enjoys the highest link relevance on Google for all Hamptons-related searches. As the East End’s most-read media source and boasting millions of readers from around the world, Hamptons.com maintains unmatched visibility to our loyal audience.
FREE PUBLIC WIFI
Hamptons.com offers Free Public WiFi at many local beaches and Villages, enabling you to make calls and browse the web from the comfort of your beach chair!
LIVE STREAMING HD CAMERAS
Our vast network of 25+ live-streaming HD cameras are strategically placed throughout the Hamptons providing 24/7 access to beaches and Villages all year. Featured on News 12, our HD cameras enjoy overwhelming public support!
ORIGINAL CONTENT
Our captive and highly affluent audience relies on Hamptons.com to deliver an engaging and accessible mix of up-to-the-minute content, spectacular photography, and cinematic video.
EVENTS CALENDAR
Our robust events calendar keeps audiences engaged with relevant information and up-to-theminute information on the news most important to them.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
Our year-round, weekly calendar delivers up-to-date intelligence on the Hamptons’ most fashionable and engaging events, from workshops to workouts. Published weekly to over 50k opt-in subscribers.
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targeted social media marketing
Data-driven behavioral retargeting is our specialty.
Social Media Marketing is an essential extension of the Saunders brand and we use numerous platforms to share our content and message, tailoring our posts to suit each individual site. Implementing geographic and behavioral targets, we market our listings through paid search, display, and social media advertising.
google display network
Using a proprietary set of audiences and retargeting methods, including recently searched phrases on Google, we customize digital display ads across many bluechip websites, including NYTimes. com; NYPost.com; CNN.com; WSJ.com; FoxNews.com; TheDailyMail.com; TheRealDeal.com; and Bloomberg.com, among others.
youtube.com
Saunders reaches millions of highly targeted Youtube viewers daily by creating beautiful 15, 30, and 60-second videos with dedicated ad buys. Capitalizing on this large viewership, Saunders markets properties to customized audiences whose behavior and location show interest in “Real Estate.”
facebook and instagram
Saunders uses the power of social media to amplify our brand’s reach by engaging our followers, website visitors, and other interest groups. @HamptonsRealEstate Saunders & Associates’ attractive and polished Instagram has been recognized as one of the top luxury real estate firms to follow.
