Coldwell Banker celebrates No. 1 rankings, other awards

Coldwell Banker Resort Realty has once again received corporate accolades from Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC with the announcement of the International Awards. Recognized as one of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC's longest franchisees, Coldwell Banker Resort Realty first affiliated with the Coldwell Banker brand in 1983.

Coldwell Banker Resort Realty has been named the No. 1 company in Closed Adjusted Gross Commission Income for 2016 for the State of Delaware for the Coldwell Banker franchise system. Skip Faust has been named No. 1 agent for his 21st year.

"Coldwell Banker Resort Realty exemplifies the standards of excellence for which Coldwell Banker affiliate offices are known," said Todd Keffer, Mid Atlantic brand ambassador for Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. "It is an honor to recognize Coldwell Banker Resort Realty."

Faust has been a licensed realtor since 1986. He is a Beebe Baby, an alumnus of Cape Henlopen High School and University of Delaware, and is proud to call Lewes home. Over the years he has been actively involved as a coach, board member and mentor of Lewes Little League.

"Our clients look to us for results, and the leadership at Coldwell Banker Resort Realty makes it possible to provide the best service to our clients, exceed expectations and achieve results. It's a client-focused team effort," says Faust.

For the first time in company history, the Seaford Branch of Coldwell Banker Resort Realty was recognized with the International Sterling Society office award for exceeding 370 transaction sides. This award was given to only 179 of the 3,000 offices worldwide.

"It is an honor to reach this milestone for the company. Our agents work diligently one client at a time. The recognition worldwide for their dedication and perseverance is well deserved," said Rick Bennett, broker and branch manager for the Seaford office.

For a second year, Lee Johnson of the Seaford branch was presented with the International President's Premier Award. This award is based on units sold and places Lee among the top 1 percent of all sales associates worldwide. Lee has been in sales since 1998; he earned his real estate license in 2001 and his associate broker's license in 2006.

For their 2016 production, Skip Faust, Rick Bennett and Tony Favata were recognized with the Coldwell Banker International President's Elite designation, distinguishing them within the top 2 percent of all Coldwell Banker sales associates worldwide. Bennett has been licensed in Delaware since 1995 and serves as the broker and manager of the Seaford branch office. Tony Favata has been licensed since 2010 and is a third-generation Realtor. He works in the Milford branch office and is a member of the Cartus Network Referral Program A Team.

Receiving the International President's Circle Designation for her achievements in 2016 was Debbie Brittingham. This places her among the top 6 percent of all sales associates worldwide. She is licensed in Maryland and Delaware and has been actively involved in real estate since originally forming Laurel Realty in 1991.

Receiving the International Diamond Society Designation for her achievements in 2016 was Beth Dorman. This places her among the top 11 percent of all sales associates worldwide. Dorman was born and raised in Sussex County, and has been practicing real estate here since 1998.

Receiving the International Sterling Society designation, placing them in the top 17 percent of all sales associates worldwide for their achievements in 2016, were Dennis Barnes, Dana Caplan, Rachael Carey, Dolores Desmond, Terri Favata, Christine Grace, Scott Reagan, Ruth Sivils and Ben Steward.

All agents recognized are members of the National Association of Realtors, Delaware Association of Realtors and Sussex County Association of Realtors. Johnson, Bennett, Brittingham, Caplan, Carey, Grace and Reagan may be reached at the Seaford branch. Faust, Dorman, Steward and Barnes may be reached at the Rehoboth branch. Favata and Favata may be reached at the Milford branch. Desmond and Sivils may be reached at the Lewes branch.

"It is an honor to receive such recognition. I am proud of the accomplishments of our highly trained professionals in Rehoboth, Lewes, Seaford and Milford, "said Bruce Plummer, broker and chief operating officer.

Coldwell Banker Resort Realty offices are located at 20184 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach; 22350 Sussex Highway, Seaford; 800 Kings Highway, Lewes; 711 North DuPont Blvd., Milford and may be reached by calling 302-227-5000, 302-629-5575, 302-645-2881 or 302-422-8200.