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COVER STORY – Keller Williams Luxury Real Estate

COVER STORY LEADERS IN LUXURY

KELLER WILLIAMS LUXURY REAL ESTATE by stephanie wallace

WHEN BUYING OR SELLING EXCEPTIONAL is specifically designed to deliver exceptional service to For luxury sellers, the company is able to provide homes and properties, an experienced real estate the buyers and sellers we represent. There’s a reason we insight into how homes are selling locally. “Our agents specialist is an integral part of the transaction. Keller are recognized as the House of Excellence.” have their fingers on the pulse of the St. Louis market,” Williams Luxury Real Estate has several offices in To ensure its agents can best meet clients’ needs, Sandahl says. “They know what buyers are willing to St. Louis with agents who have the specialization Sandahl says the company equips them with extensive pay and what they are looking for in a property, and necessary to market and sell high-end homes The resources. “We provide models and services that they have the resources to aggressively market a home. company’s extensive network offers a collaborative, allow properties to be marketed on the local, regional We always make sure a property is presented correctly. service-driven approach to the luxury real estate market. and national level,” he explains. “Keller Williams was That attention to detail is noticeable throughout the

Every day, Keller Williams closes more than a significant player across the top 25 metropolitan transaction.” All luxury properties with Keller Williams PHOTO COURTESY OF KW LUXURY REAL ESTATE $1 billion in real estate worldwide. In 2020, around 10% of total sales for the company was for residential properties that were priced $1 million or more, and it ultimately sold more than $33.5 billion in the markets in the U.S in 2020. Our agents have access to an extensive real estate network, which allows them to find buyers and help St. Louis residents invest in properties in other cities. Plus, our clients can count on consistent experience if they need to work with different offices.” Keller Williams’ vast network of resources is especially useful in today’s competitive market. Sandahl notes that the company’s agents have a strong understanding of the movement of luxury real estate receive global syndication through Mansion Global, The Wall Street Journal and Barron’s, and the company invests in high traffic print and digital services. Ultimately, Keller Williams Luxury Real Estate is dedicated to helping build communities. Sandahl notes that along with its impressive sales and expertise in luxury properties, the company is known for its philanthropic endeavors around the world. “We are a communication-oriented, servant-led company that puts people first,” he says. “Every day, we luxury market. “We both locally and across the country. “The volume of serve the communities that need our help.” & believe that luxury is luxury transactions is higher than it ever has been,” he not just a price point; says. “We’re seeing both people who have saved large it’s an experience,” sums of money and those taking advantage of low director of growth interest rates buying right now, which is one reason the Brady Sandahl says. market is so strong. With limited inventory, we equip DIRECTOR OF GROWTH BRADY SANDAHL “The market has its own language, and our agents with the knowledge to determine where buyers are coming from and provide them with the our company culture tools to help their clients close the deal.”

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House of Excellence

LEADERS IN STL

WHAT MAKES YOU A LEADER IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY?

Amanda Alejandro-Steinback

President and Brokerage Owner THE REALTY SHOP

The Realty Shop’s mission is to redefine, restyle and reimagine the real estate landscape. There’s no one way to buy or sell a home. We provide the innovation and knowledge that the market needs, and that our clients deserve. 12395 Olive Blvd., Ste, 200 | 314.372.0324 | realtyshopstl.com Todd Lesher

Vice of President Sales and Marketing PAYNE FAMILY HOMES

We are committed to helping families build a better way of life. At the Talamore Square townhouses in Frontenac, we provide union-quality construction with access to elite public and private schools, as well as a luxurious, carefree lifestyle. Payne Family Homes puts family first. 314.683.3417 | paynefamilyhomes.com Kim Carney COLDWELL BANKER PREMIER GROUP

Kim’s leadership skills shine in all she does. Integrity, hard work, and doing what she says are values she expects of herself and her associates. Her aggressive marketing plans and savvy negotiation expertise are a winning combination! 2203 S. Big Bend Blvd. 314.422.7449 | 314.336.1924 | kimcarney@cbphomes.com

Stafford Manion | Owner and Broker GLADYS MANION REAL ESTATE

Gladys Manion Real Estate has been the leader in the luxury real estate market in St. Louis for more than 80 years. Our strong connection within the community allows our clients to receive the latest information on current market conditions, as well as new listings and developments. 8227 Maryland Ave. | 314.721.4755 | gladysmanion.com Sheryl Deskin THE SHERYL DESKIN TEAM Keller Williams Realty Chesterfield

The focus on my immediate community, as well as long-term relationships built within my community, allows my team to connect clients with just the right match at just the right time! 16690 Swingley Ridge Road, Ste. 240 314.330.9329 | 636.534.8329 | sheryldeskin.com David Brosseau | Operating Principal KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SAINT LOUIS

Under David’s leadership, the office has become one of the most productive by units and volume closed. In the nation’s top 24 markets, Keller Williams agents sell more luxury property than any other, completing more than 25,000 $1 million-plus sales in 2020. 10936 Manchester Road 314.677.6000 | kwluxurysaintlouis.com

Kristi and J.T. Monschein THE MONSCHEIN TEAM Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alliance Real Estate

The Monschein team was founded in 1978 and has continued to be among the top 10 real estate teams in the St. Louis area. It recently gained national recognition as recipient of the BHHS Chairman’s Circle Diamond Award for its commitment to its clients and community. Carol Butler and Juli-Ann Felsher

Residential Specialists BUTLER FELSHER GROUP Gladys Manion Real Estate

We bring the power of teamwork to our clients. We are dedicated to personal service and sensitive to our clients’ needs. Top-level marketing, excellent problem solving skills and fearless representation is our hallmark style and what makes us stand out in the marketplace.

The Ultimate Private Jet Service Experience

TOM BUFFINGTON

Even amidst the global pandemic, private pillow travel experience – the Elevated Lifestyle Jet Linx has always prioritized safety, earning the aviation has continued to offer safe and Preferred Hotel Program. This first-in-industry three highest levels of safety ratings in the private secure solutions to travel. The industry program brings together over 70 luxury hotels aviation industry. The Company continued to adapt now leads the way in the revival of the worldwide into a shared benefits program, with to concerns raised by the COVID-19 pandemic, travel industry as a whole through special rates and other accommodations for Jet Linx implementing protocols and procedures to provide creative partnerships and collaborations that offer clients. These partner properties offer the highest an even more sanitary environment to give clients seamless end-to-end journeys – a reason to take to standards in both luxury and guest safety, with peace of mind when traveling. the skies. over 6,900 standard rooms and 630 private villas By using member-only private aviation terminals

Jet Linx Aviation, a locally-focused private jet represented within the program. with smaller teams and bypassing long security lines company, further expanded its Elevated Lifestyle “Plus, our clients enjoy complimentary booking at commercial airports, Jet Linx achieves greater (EL) client benefits program throughout 2020 and assistance via our dedicated Hotels Concierge social distancing than commercial carriers. “We early 2021, curating new relationships with special Team,” Buffington noted, “meaning our members took a look at every one of the touchpoints where incentives for only Jet Linx Jet Card members and and owners enjoy excellence in service from their Jet we need to interact with customers, and we asked aircraft owners – and a focus on distanced, exclusive Linx jet to their stay at any of our respected hotel ourselves, ‘Is this necessary?’” said Buffington. accommodations in sought-after destinations. program partners. There is simply no other program Jet Linx also remains the first and only operator

“We are conscious that the desire to travel has not out there that affords such confidence in truly in the worldwide aviation industry to utilize and waned during the pandemic,” noted Tom Buffington, turnkey luxury travel.” regularly reapply the BIOPROTECTUs™ System Jet Linx St. Louis president. “What increased Other new EL partners include the Dormie for long-term antimicrobial protection in each of was the desire to know you are safe Network, offering private tee times and its 19 private, client-only terminals and fleet of jet during travel, and well cared accommodations at six private golf aircraft. Two Centers of Excellence of the Global for at your destination. The courses nationwide, and Embark Virus Network proved the system’s antimicrobial partnerships our Company Beyond, a bespoke travel agency formulation kills and provides residual surface developed throughout the pandemic focus on the core client desire to feel safe, “ Our goal is that you never have partner poised to offer trip planning support to round out a perfect private jet trip. “The partners in our protection against SARS-CoV-2 (the coronavirus that causes COVID-19) for longer than six weeks. With all of these added safety measures, Jet Linx still maintains the highest level of personalized and offer escapism and wonder outside to ask – we have program truly compliment the private jet lifestyle,” service, catering to its clients’ specific needs and learning their likes and dislikes for a truly customized of crowded, public spaces.” everything there Buffington continued. “Our partnership team flight experience. “Our goal is that you never have to ask – we have everything there for you, whether In September 2020, Jet Linx first launched a new program designed to provide complete peace for you.” looks for quality, comfort, and adherence to the highest possible safety standards – just as our Jet Linx team provides on it’s your favorite candy or the kind of nuts you like waiting at your seat,” Buffington says. “Couple that service with incredible partnerships, and you have a great reason to fly.” of mind through a plane-to- each and every flight.”

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