TTR Sotheby's International Realty Buyer's Guide

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Your Trusted Real Estate Advisor

Since 1744, Sotheby’s has been uniting collectors with worldclass works of art. Today, with an international network of over 1,075 offices in 81 countries worldwide, real estate professionals at TTR Sotheby’s International Realty are uniquely positioned to help buyers of homes at all price points and serve as your trusted real estate advisor for life.

Local Expertise Since 1988

From the bustling neighborhoods in The District to the country homes of Loudoun County, our reach covers a variety of different regions, and our team provides a wealth of local expertise.

With over 500 real estate associates across the Washington Metropolitan Area, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty is uniquely positioned to serve buyers and sellers of real estate at all price points. To guide them in this, we have a team of brand marketing experts that stand ready to offer assistance and insight, and an array of tools and resources they can tap into.

Logan Circle, Washington, DC
West End, DC Georgetown 1206 30th Street NW Washington, District Of Columbia +1 202 333 1212 Downtown DC 1515 14th Street NW Washington, District Of Columbia +1 202 234 3344 Annapolis 209 Main Street Annapolis, Maryland +1 410 280 5600 Bethesda 4809 Bethesda Avenue Bethesda, Maryland +1 301 516 1212 Chevy Chase 5101 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Suite 100 Washington, District of Columbia +1 301 967 3344 Alexandria 400 South Washington Street Alexandria, Virginia +1 703 310 6800 Arlington 2300 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 200 Arlington, Virginia +1 703 745 1212 McLean 6723 Whittier Avenue, Suite 101 McLean, Virginia +1 703 319 3344 The Plains 6474 Main Street The Plains, Virginia +1 540 212 9993 LOCAL BROKERAGES Easton 17 Goldsborough Street Easton, Maryland +1 410 673 3344 Executive Suite 1010 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Suite 600 Washington, District of Columbia +1 202 465 8555 The Kentlands 345 Main Street North Potomac, Maryland +1 301 615 3000

The Home Buying Journey

We believe that luxury is not a price point, but rather a level of service. Discover how our specialized real estate services create an extraordinary buying experience for home buyers of all price points.

Tilghman, MD

OUR PERSONALIZED HOME BUYING EXPERIENCE

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Search

The journey to your dream home begins with a personalized property search that maps your hopes and dreams with active, available, and off-market real estate listings in your neighborhood of choice. From tracking active and off-market inventory and analyzing market trends, to scheduling personal showings and neighborhood tours, we create a buyer experience tailored to your needs.

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Financing

As your trusted advisor, we are well-versed in the art of financing. With a portfolio of lending partners available for home buyers of all price points, we have a track record of success in matching home buyers with financial services that meet your unique needs.

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Performing Inspection

Inspections are a critical step in the home buying process. That’s why we help guide you through the home inspection process, connecting you with the best service providers in the local area and facilitating the process on your behalf.

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Insuring Your Dream

As you look forward to life in your new home, we can assist with all of your home insurance needs by providing access to a trusted network of providers vetted to provide competitive rates and premium services to home buyers of all price points.

Formulating An Offer

Leveraging comprehensive market research, neighborhood insights, and exclusive broker relationships, we are uniquely positioned to craft an offer that will stand out from the crowd. 3

Closing

The final step in your home buying journey comes at closing. We help facilitate and manage this process by organizing critical paperwork, documentation, and approvals to help reach your desired outcome. 7

Contract Negotiations

Skilled and savvy negotiators, we apply proven strategies to successfully negotiate on your behalf and get you from contract to close with ease. 4

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Move-In

Through our exclusive partnership network, we connect you with the finest designers, contractors, and home service providers to ensure a move-in fit for your needs.

Conduct Your Home Search

As members of the world’s leading luxury real estate firm, we offer home buyers of all price points a seamless home search experience, both online and off.

The Sotheby’s International Realty Apple TV app is a fun and easy way to explore the global real estate market from the comfort of your own home. And with unique geographic, lifestyle, and amenity filters, it’s never been easier to discover the home of your dreams.

SothebysRealty.com/TTRSIR

Each month, millions of prospective home buyers from around the world use SothebysRealty.com to help their home search.

As the world’s number one luxury real estate website, SothebysRealty.com offers a modern user experience replete with high resolution imagery and video, unique geographic, lifestyle, and amenity filters, as well as language and currency translation for a truly global experience.

SIR

Search for homes on the go using SIR Mobile. A GPS-enabled mobile app, home buyers can easily browse our selection of global real estate listings and collaborate with real estate professionals in real time all in the palm of your hand.

Available on both Apple’s App Store and Google Play App Store.

In an increasingly competitive housing landscape, the best opportunity to buy and sell your home may come before it hits the market. That’s why we’ve introduced First Look , an exclusive platform designed to showcase new homes for sale before they hit the public eye. With real-time listing alerts and proprietary mobile communication protocols, First Look gives buyers and sellers the edge they need.

HOW IT WORKS

PRIVATE

For those who want their property to stay 100% private, our confidential program allows your property to market exclusively within the TTR Sotheby’s International Realty brokerage network, without ever hitting the eyes of the public.

COMING SOON PREVIEW

Immediately upon signing your listing agreement, we launch your property within our First Look platform – which presents this exclusive preview to the best-in-class TTR Sotheby’s International Realty Associates, before hitting the public marketplace.

PUBLIC LAUNCH

After it’s First Look preview launch, your listing is released to the public marketplace via SothebysRealty.com, and cascading to real estate websites across the globe.

White Glove

The real estate firm you choose to represent your property should be as exceptional as you are, and as your next chapter is going to be. That’s why real estate professionals at TTR Sotheby’s International Realty believe that luxury is not a price point, but rather a level of service. With our White Glove program, we are pleased to offer a suite of exclusive services that make the process of buying and selling your home a delight.

Alexandria, VA

Inspection Repairs

Don’t let an inspection report be the roadblock to your successful closing. Get a quick online estimate, professional contractors who complete your repairs, and a support team that coordinates and manages everything from start to finish. — all at no upfront cost.

Home Warranty

Your best life begins with a home that inspires you — and that can be cared for through the long term. With our exclusive Home Care services, you can rely on quick, effective and hassle free home repair and maintenance by licensed specialists.

Property Insurance

Take advantage of best-in-class home insurance policies and home warranty products designed to protect your most valuable asset — and those within it.

Property Tax Savings

TTR Sotheby’s International Realty has partnered with a vendor that upon your request, will file and appeal your property tax assessment each year, potentially saving you thousands.

Settlement Services

For those who seek a smooth transition from contract to close, clients of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty benefit from a suite of exclusive title and settlement services designed to make the process of buying and selling your home a delight.

Valuations and Consignments

For those who are curious about the value of something unique or special in your life, our asset valuation, appraisal, and consignment services offer direct access to the world’s foremost experts in jewelry, fine art, and wine — regardless of price point.

Property Management

For those who desire to transform their residence into a strategic investment, our bespoke property management services make the transition easy and profitable by finding great tenants and managing those relationships over the long term.

Packing & Moving

Moving can be a pain. That’s why clients of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty enjoy access to turn-key packing, moving, and storage services — all with no upfront cost.

BESPOKE SERVICES

Global Network

The Sotheby’s International Realty® network was founded 45 years ago and shares nearly three centuries of heritage with Sotheby’s selling the world’s most cherished possessions.

With over 1,075 offices in over 81 countries worldwide, the team at TTR Sotheby’s International Realty offers clients direct access to the global real estate marketplace and an unparalleled platform for transitioning to and from the Washington Metropolitan Area.

North Queensland, New Zealand

26,000+ Agents

1,075 Brokerages

81+ Countries

$167+ Billion Annual Sales

Dubai, United Arab Emirates ACROSS THE GLOBE Menorca, Spain Limassol, Cyprus Volunteers at Celebrate Logan – an annual event hosted by TTR Sotheby’s International Realty which raises funds for N Street Village. Sotheby’s International Realty partners with New Story to transform dangerous living environments into communities of safe, sustainable homes. TTR Sotheby’s International Realty at Concerts in the Park – a familyfriendly event series supporting Citizens Association of Georgetown.

Committed to Giving Back

TTR Sotheby’s International Realty is committed to a deep level of engagement and leadership in our community. Each year, we support a wide range of art, community, and educational organizations that further strengthen the communities in which we live.

TTR Sotheby’s International Realty is the only residential real estate firm ranked in the Most Philanthropic Companies in the Washington Area by The Washington Business Journal for seven consecutive years.

PROUD PARTNERS

Each year, thousands of military personnel, government employees, and professionals from the world’s leading corporations relocate to the Washington Metropolitan Area. As a trusted broker in the real estate network of relocation management companies such as CARTUS, SIRVA, and AIRES, to name a few, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty offers a variety of relocation services. Our team of relocation specialists is uniquely positioned to help you find your perfect home and ensure a seamless transition to the Washington Metropolitan Area
Relocation Specialists

Strength in Numbers

National Recognition

TTR Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to be recognized as leaders in our industry both locally in the Washington Metropolitan region, as well across the United States. Amongst the 106,548 real estate brokerage firms operating in the United States, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty is ranked #58.

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58th

HIGHEST PRODUCING BROKERAGE WITHIN SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY BRAN D.

HIGHEST PRODUCING BROKERAGE IN THE UNITED STATES (OUT OF 100,000+ FIRMS)

Proudly Representing Every Price Point

Regardless of price, clients of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty benefit from the firm’s global reach, powerful marketing, and superior professional service. In 2022, nearly three fifths of our sales consisted of homes priced below $1M.

Setting (and breaking) Records

TTR Sotheby’s International Realty has set the all-time record for the highest sale ever in the DC Region, three times. Most recently with the $48M sale of Alexandria’s Riverview Estate in 2021 – breaking the two previous records at $45M (McLean, ‘20) & $43M (McLean, ’18).

$48M HIGHEST SALE EVER IN THE WASHINGTON D.C. REGION

$11M

HIGHEST CONDO SALE IN WASHINGTON D.C. HISTORY

60% <$1M 28% $1 - 2M 12% $2M+

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