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Powerful Social Marketing

Posted on Monday, January 14th, 2013 by

At William Raveis Real Estate Mortgage and Insurance, we are a sales company that markets homes and provides all of the services involved with the real estate transaction.  Marketing a home needs an  aggressive campaign. Twenty years ago, when companies had to rely on just print advertising, the goal was the same – to get [...]

Spotlight: Luxury Portfolio International

Posted on Friday, November 30th, 2012 by

William Raveis spotlights a partnership with the leading global luxury real estate organization, Luxury Portfolio International.

How Exactly Do You Run a 20,000+ Square Foot Home?

Posted on Friday, October 26th, 2012 by

Lifestyles of the rich often need to be supported by residential staffers. Take an inside look into the world of butlers, chaffaeurs and estate couples.

Lavish Extras, Including Party Barns, Help Bring Family & Friends Closer Together

Posted on Friday, May 25th, 2012 by

Jamie Zdru, William Raveis’ Exceptional Properties Director, talks about lavish extras in a home that can help bring family and friends closer together.

Targeting the Luxury Consumer

Posted on Thursday, February 23rd, 2012 by

William Raveis discusses the best ways to market to consumers that are in the market for luxury homes.

Our Luxury Wish List

Posted on Thursday, December 8th, 2011 by

William Raveis Exceptional Properties creates a Luxury Christmas Gift Wishlist.

Home Automation Conveniences

Posted on Thursday, March 31st, 2011 by

Home automation is a simple technology that can help you monitor almost any electric powered item in your home. In particular, you can control applications related to lighting, home security, thermostat regulation, home theater and entertaining. Read this article for more.

Not Your Cookie Cutter Colonial

Posted on Tuesday, January 18th, 2011 by

A few years back, buyers were after colonial homes and the builders couldn’t get them up fast enough. Times have changed and the high-end buyer is after a one-of-a-kind home. Below are a few examples of unique homes currently marketed by the Exceptional Properties Division at William Raveis Real Estate.

The ‘Story’ of a Photograph

Posted on Thursday, November 4th, 2010 by

They say a picture is worth 1,000 words. It’s the best chance to make a great first impression. In real estate, one photograph can equate to hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Reduce, Reuse and Recycle-Homes, Of Course

Posted on Friday, September 3rd, 2010 by

Reduce, reuse and recycle! The green movement is not just the latest fad in real estate – but the direction of the future. It is all about environmentally friendly materials and energy efficiency. This can include where and how a home is built, the appliances and materials chosen and strategies for cutting water and energy waste.

Luxury Outdoor Living Spaces

Posted on Friday, August 6th, 2010 by

When searching for that perfect luxury home, keep in mind that you shouldn’t have to wait for a vacation to really kick back and enjoy time with your family and friends. You have to find the home that will allow you to feel like you are on vacation every day. Luxury homes should be enjoyable for everyday living as well as entertaining.