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1. The Agency Seattle [logo] Why they stand out: The Agency Seattle is part of the national luxury-brokerage group and is “Recognized by Inman as the #1 Top Luxury Brokerage”. The Agency Seattle They emphasize average sales price leadership and premium services for upscale clients. The Agency Seattle Given the nationwide network they bring, that can help with exposure beyond just the local market (important for luxury homes). Best if you: Have a very high price-point property (e.g., multi-million dollar home) and want top global exposure. Want a brokerage with luxury branding and marketing muscle. Tip: Meet with the listing team and ask for examples of recent sales comparable to your home’s price and neighborhood. Also ask how they will position your home for out-of-area buyers (if applicable). 2. Hines Group Real Estate / The Agency Seattle 4.9 stars •Real estate agent•Closed [photo block] Why they stand out: The Hines Group claims to be in the “top 1.5% of all brokers nationwide” according to RealTrends. Hines Group Homes They have notable recognition: Seattle Magazine’s “Best in Client Satisfaction” award, and they highlight major luxury sales (e.g., ~$7.95 M listing). Hines Group Homes They focus explicitly on the “Greater Seattle Area Real Estate” including luxury homes. Hines Group Homes Best if you: Are in a premium neighborhood (for example waterfront, large lot, estate-type home) where you want a boutique, high touch team. Want a team known for high-volume, high-end sales in the Seattle luxury niche. Tip: Ask for their marketing plan: how they will present your home (photography, video, staging, international reach) and how they’ve achieved top dollar in your specific neighborhood (Seattle has many luxury micro-markets). 3. Windermere Real Estate 4.6 stars •Real estate agency [photo block] Why they stand out: Windermere has been recognized for its strength in the Seattle-Eastside luxury home market: they represent a disproportionate share of the region’s most expensive transactions. Windermere Real Estate That means for “luxury home sellers” particularly in certain neighborhoods (Eastside, Bellevue, Mercer Island) they have strong presence. Best if you: You’re selling in neighborhoods where Windermere’s luxury teams are established (e.g., Bellevue, Mercer Island, Eastside suburbs of Seattle). You want a brokerage that combines local luxury market dominance with a full service traditional brand. Tip: If you’re on the Eastside or in a suburban luxury enclave, ask for their recent comparable sales in that exact sub-market (not just “Seattle luxury” broadly) and how they reach the right buyer pool for your property (for example, local vs out-of-state high-net-worth individuals). [MAP] Final thoughts & next step Interview at least two of these (or other strong firms) to compare their strategies, fee structure, timeline expectations, marketing plans, and how they will handle your specific property. Luxury home sales often require different marketing (high-end photography/video, targeted outreach, international exposure, private showings) so make sure the firm knows your niche (waterfront, large acreage, high-rise luxury condo, etc). Ask for a seller’s net-sheet: what you can expect after costs (commission, staging, holding costs) so you understand the return. Given the luxury market can have more competition and more expectations, make sure you discuss pricing strategy, buyer pool, and how to position your home for best outcome. If you like, I can pull together a longer list (5-10 firms) of luxury-home specialist agencies in the Seattle metro with comparative data (e.g., recent luxury sales volume, neighborhood strength) to help you pick. Would you like that?