Top Producers – Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate Blog

June 28, 2019

Agents Named Best Of Real Estate By D Magazine

Ninety-one Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate agents were featured on D Magazine’s list of Best Residential Real Estate Agents for 2019. More than half of DPMRE’s award-winning agents were also listed among Dallas’ top producers.

D Magazine reached out to more than 15,000 real estate, insurance and mortgage professionals and more than 10,000 magazine subscribers and recent homebuyers to nominate individuals that have gone above and beyond in Dallas real estate.

Congratulations to our agents for being named the best of Dallas real estate.

To read more about Dave Perry Miller Real Estate’s top agents, pick up the July issue of D Magazine in stands now.

June 6, 2019

10 Must-See Open Houses

Enjoy your weekend with Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate and our amazing agents at these properties.

5331 Lobello Drive | Preston Hollow | $3,495,000

5854 Lakehurst Avenue | Preston Hollow | $2,350,000

2941 Rosedale Avenue | University Park | $1,650,000

5238 Edmondson Avenue | Bluffview | $1,099,000

4320 University Boulevard | University Park | $989,000

5651 Purdue Avenue | Bluffview | $869,000

5124 Mill Run Road | North Dallas | $499,000

1414 Eastus Drive | Kessler Park | $487,000

3635 Royal Lane | Royal Hills | $379,000

10716 Park Village Place D | Preston Hollow | $260,000

To view all our open houses and discover dates and times, visit openhouse.daveperrymiller.com.

March 20, 2018

Brand Recognizes 2017 Top Producers

Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate’s rise to the top is due to the professionalism and hard work of its tireless agents — the very best Dallas has to offer. More than 100 agents were recognized on Feb. 28 at the brand’s 2017 Top Producer Awards in downtown Dallas’ Thanksgiving Tower.

Agents, sales managers and support staff from Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate’s five offices assembled in the Tower Club – Dallas, appropriately overlooking the heart of the city and its iconic skyline. Ebby Halliday Real Estate Chief Executive Mary Frances Burleson and Chief Financial Officer Ron Burgert recapped a successful 2017 and provided words of inspiration for the associates.

Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate joined the Ebby Halliday Family of Companies in 2007 and has experienced a steady and prosperous growth since. In 2017, the brand celebrated its 10th anniversary and its position as the No. 1 leader in overall sales in several of Dallas’ most distinguished neighborhoods.

Congratulations to each group and individual award winner for your service to Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate.

The following award winners are listed by office and in alphabetical order, beginning with groups.

Highland Park

Paine-Drennan Group: Cynthia Paine-Drennan, Mark Drennan, Jill Robinson, Dee Ann Lanier

Betty Crawford

Jane Gordon

Marlene Jaffe

Scott Kaserman

Stephen Pryor

First-place honors for GCI and Units: Paine-Drennan Group, Scott Kaserman

InTown

Bleeker O’Brien: Brian Bleeker, Melissa O’Brien

Dwell Partners: Aimee Schriener, Lauri Ann Hanson

Emily Ray-Porter Group: Emily Ray-Porter, Jessica Hill, Henry Barber, Brittani Frankowiak, Casey Russell

Gullotto-Barnes Group: Joseph Gullotto, Jarrad Barnes, Frances Jacobs, Stephene Tolocko

Hewitt & Habgood Group: Kathy Hewitt, Steve Habgood, Jason Saucedo, Lance Hancock

Layne-Rothwell Group: Paul Layne, Trina Rothwell

Martin Group: Eloise Martin, James Martin

Premier Group: Andy Steingasser, Laura Lyon

Urban Scene: Landon Burke, Thani Burke

Suzanne Altobello

Patty Brooks

Carmen DiPenti

Ged Dipprey

Brandon Fleeman

Amy Galley

Craig Merriman

Christopher Miller

Tony Petriccione

Alicia Schroeder

First-place honors for GCI and Units: Hewitt & Habgood, Bleeker O’Brien, Christopher Miller, Brandon Fleeman

Lakewood

Heather Guild Group: Heather Guild, Haley Wagstaff, Valerie Caddell, Amy Sack

Hill-Lucas-Wheeler: Peggy Hill, Wendy Lucas, Kay Wheeler

Holmes-Clyce: Eric Holmes, Andy Clyce

Jackson Sells: Scott Jackson, Lauren Moore, Laura Reynolds, Tucker Bomar

Nancy Johnson Group: Nancy Johnson, Amy Malooley, Alex Simpson

Nelson-Wheeler Group: Susan Nelson Wheeler, Wes Wheeler

Sam Bullard

Marissa Fontanez

Warren Sibley

Phillip Tilger

First-place honors for GCI and Units: Scott Jackson, Nancy Johnson, Marissa Fontanez

Park Cities

Bradley/Levine Group: Lindsey Bradley, Lesli Marcus Levine

Brian Smith Group: Brian Smith, Leslie Rouda Smith, Kristin Smith, Austin Smith

Elliott & Elliott: Paige Elliott, Curt Elliott, Lynn Gardner Collins, Becky Nelson, Adam Whitmire

GPS Group: Sissy Pardue, Andy Scott

Massey-Haddock: Patricia Massey, Jennifer Haddock

Myers/Schultz Group: Kathy Myers, Lacy Schultz, Wendy Harkness, Carla Hea, Haleen Zwiefel

Lisa and Kristi Johnson

Shelly Bailey

Julie Boren

Keith Callahan

Stephen Collins

Claudine King

Lori Kircher

Stewart Lee

Tammy McLaine

Phillip Murrell

Sharon Quist

Debbie Sherrington

Megan Stern

Rachel Trowbridge

Jeremy Whiteker

First-place honors for GCI and Units: Myers/Schultz Group, GPS Group, Sharon Quist, Jeremy Whiteker

Preston Center

Ginger & Jill: Ginger Levine, Jill Rasansky

Kimberlee & Taylor Gromatzky

Diane & Becky Gruber

Perry-Miller Streiff: Dave Perry-Miller, Ryan Streiff, Jason Bates, Karen Fry, Charles Gregory, Courtney Jubinsky, Laura Michelle

Sagalowsky Group: Hanne Sagalowsky, Betsy Weber Hurst

Updike Pugh: Jeff Updike, Weston Pugh, Jan Folmar, David Lee

Mark Cain

Matthew Edwards

Markus Hirschbrich

Sharon Redd

Martha Tiner

First-place honors for GCI and Units: Perry-Miller Streiff, Sagalowsky Group, Mark Cain

Visit Facebook.com/dpmrealestate to view more photos of the event.

Visit daveperrymiller.com to see all the exceptional homes our agents have to offer.

July 19, 2017

Agents of Change :: Weston Pugh

The life of a real estate agent can be fun and exciting, for sure. But as with any profession, sometimes a “reality check” helps to reframe perspective and cultivate appreciation for just how good many of us really have it. Some may wait until this check comes to them; others like Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate agent Weston Pugh make it a point to go looking for their own.

For four years now, the Top Producer has been actively serving at Camp Sanguinity through Camp John Marc (CJM) in the very northern reaches of the Texas Hill Country. Camp John Marc was named for the son of Jan and Marc Myers, who died of osteogenic sarcoma in 1987, and the land in Meridian donated by them. Each CJM camp offered serves children and teens who share a common medical or physical challenge. Camp Sanguinity is just one of 11 week-long camps offered every summer, and specifically serves campers who have blood disorders and cancer.

Weston just returned from his annual week at camp, and we asked him to tell us a little bit about his takeaways and how they impact his everyday life.

DPM: How many years have you been involved with Camp Sanguinity?
WP: I just finished my 4th year as a counselor.

DPM: What is your current role with them?
WP: I am also a first-year board member. We meet the first Monday of the month to go over everything from budgets, to theme night, to how to deal with homesick campers and medical emergencies.

DPM: Did you have a personal connection to the organization?
WP: Fortunately, I don’t have the typical connection to camp. I was recruited by a very good friend that said I “had to go.” It was five years later when I decided it really was time. One of the best decisions I’ve made as an adult!

DPM: You spend a week of your year in the hot Texas summer sun. What makes it all worth it to you?
WP: This is that time of year that re-centers, realigns — whatever you want to call it — my life. You see these kids that are frail and bald, and they could not be more excited to be at camp getting to act like a normal kid for five days. So it really helps put my life back into perspective. And it’s evident that camp is truly powerful for these kids because we have many counselors that were once campers or siblings of campers. It holds a special place in their memories.

DPM: What are some highlights from your time at camp?
WP: Every year the staff puts on a theme night, and this year was video game characters coming to life. Those little kids like to have lost their minds! To see them get that excited about a staffer dressed up in a Mario outfit is the best. They also get to do a ropes course with a zipline at the end, and it’s so cool to see them cheer each other on. It’s like they know how important each little victory is, and the victory isn’t winning or completing a task — it’s challenging yourself to go outside of your comfort zone.

DPM: Do you have a particular story that stands out?
WP: One year toward the end of camp, we were at the pool. One of the campers was too tired to get in, so I sat next to him and asked if he wanted to play Uno with me. Over the next 45 minutes, he opened up and shared his story about his treatment and what he and his family had been through. It was amazing to listen to this 14-year-old boy talk in such a mature manner about serious life issues. He was wise beyond his years and touched everyone’s life he came into contact with.

DPM: What would you most like people to take away from your experience?
WP: Find a charity that speaks to you and then put yourself into it completely. Get involved… stop putting it off! No, really — you’re not that busy.

DPM: How has your work with these campers impacted the way you conduct your real estate business?
WP: It’s so much bigger than that. We all need to remember any person we are dealing with is a culmination of events in their life and not just the tired, frustrated person that is stressed about the move or sale of their home. It’s our job to reassure them — “We’ve got you!”

Thank you, Weston Pugh, for sharing your summer with these campers and with us!

June 26, 2017

Gromatzky Group: 7523 Azalea Lane Reduced Price

Set on a corner .34-acre lot, this updated ranch-style home checks all the boxes with a spacious floor plan, pool and multiple areas for outdoor entertaining. Offered for $768,000 by Top Producers Kim and Taylor Gromatzky with Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate, 7523 Azalea Lane features 3,604 square feet (per tax appraisal) that include formal living and dining rooms, family room, four bedrooms, four full baths, sunroom, pool, and two-car garage.

“Everything about this home makes it a wonderful haven for daily living and entertaining family and friends,” says Kim Gromatzky. “From its hardwood floors and large windows with plantation shutters, to its neutral color palette and beautifully finished kitchen and baths, its move-in ready.”

The entry is flanked by a handsome study and chic living room that flows seamlessly into the dining room.

“One of the great features of this home is the large windows that infuse the interior with beautiful natural light,” adds Taylor Gromatzky.

At the center of the home is a bright kitchen outfitted with a center island with breakfast bar seating, crisp white cabinetry, sleek black granite countertops, stainless appliances and a fresh mix of black-and-white tile. It opens to three areas of the home—the dining room, family room and sunroom that opens to the pool—creating a convenient hub that makes it easy to stay connected with the rest of the family or guests.

The spacious master suite is a quiet retreat with his-and-hers closets and French doors that open to the pool and patio. Clad in natural stone, the master bath is a luxe space for daily rituals with dual vanities, soaking tub and separate shower.

Outdoors, the covered deck with pergola, large patio, and pool with built-in spa are perfect al fresco relaxing, while the grassy lawn offers plenty of room for children and pets to play.

For more information or to schedule a private showing, please contact Kim or Taylor Gromatzky at 214-802-5025.

June 7, 2017

Karen Fry Offers Idyllic Preston Hollow Home on 11134 Lawnhaven

Beautiful gardens and grounds designed by acclaimed landscape architect David Rolston create a lush backdrop for this 2005 two story in the Preston Hollow area. Offered for $1,585,000 by top-producer Karen Fry with Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate, 11134 Lawnhaven Road features 5,823 square feet (per appraisal) with elegant formals, large family room, five bedrooms, four full bathrooms, powder bath, study, game room, media room, and 27-foot screened porch.

11134 Lawnhaven is listed by Karen Fry of Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate for $1,585,000.

11134 Lawnhaven, listed by Karen Fry of Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate, boasts gorgeous entertaining spaces, inside and out.

“This home features beautiful interior and exterior spaces,” Fry says. “While the open floor plan is designed for comfortable living and entertaining, there are distinctive zones for relaxing and entertaining outdoors, as well.”

The entry sets the tone with a soaring ceiling, scrolled-iron staircase and stone flooring. It is flanked by formal living and dining rooms with hand-glazed walls, custom millwork, and large windows overlooking the front lawn. A richly paneled study with an idyllic view of the garden offers a refined workspace.

Just beyond, an archway opens to the heart of the home—a two-story family room with a vaulted, beamed ceiling, fireplace, hand-scraped hardwood floors, and expansive windows that overlook the backyard oasis.

It connects seamlessly with the casual dining room and updated gourmet kitchen with an island, breakfast bar, granite countertops, stone backsplash, stainless steel appliances and walk-in pantry. The adjacent wine center makes entertaining easy with wet bar, icemaker, wine cooler and beverage center.

The first-floor master suite features a large sitting area, windows overlooking the back yard, and spacious master bathroom with dual sinks, granite surfaces, jetted tub and large walk-in closet. An additional en-suite bedroom completes the first floor.

Upstairs, three bedrooms—along with separate game, media and exercise rooms—provide plenty of space for everyone.

Outdoors, the screened porch opens to the grassy lawn and gardens. Tucked beneath a pergola, the outdoor entertaining center features a seated bar, built-in grilling station, sink, refrigerator and beverage center. A separate open-air lounge area with fire pit is perfect for sunning or stargazing.

For more information, please contact Karen Fry at 214-288-1391 or kfry@daveperrymiller.com.

March 24, 2017

Cain, Redd Market 4-Level Traditional at 6810 Mimosa

There are some homes that lack nothing today’s modern families need. 6810 Mimosa Lane is one of those. Everything you could want — double lot with pool, sports court, fantastic outdoor living space, a full basement, and a HUGE play yard — and more comes with this spectacular home! Mark Cain and Sharon Redd have 6810 Mimosa priced at $2,395,000.

Designed by architect Steven Chambers, this unique residence offers 7,561 square feet of comfortable living space on 4 levels with 5 bedrooms, 6.1 baths, 2 living areas, a full basement with multiple living and game areas, and a 2-car attached garage.

The gracious two-story entry opens to a large dining room with butler’s pantry and an elegant living room with custom fireplace.

The spacious family room with fireplace and built-ins opens to a cheerful breakfast room and a beautifully updated island kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Custom millwork with art and finishes by Reg Land highlighting a diamond pattern detail adds a special designer touch.

The main level also features a large mud room with slate floors which leads to an amazing outdoor screened living area with a stone fireplace, ice-maker and refrigerator.

The master suite with an outdoor screened balcony is located on the second floor and features a stunning new bathroom with dual vanities, separate shower and garden tub, and two large walk-in closets.

Three additional bedrooms with private baths, large closets and built-ins are also found on this level. On the third floor is a large bedroom/bonus room with full bath.

The full basement boasts multiple living and game areas.

Completing this home are landscape designs by Harold Leidner and Armstrong Berger, pool by Pool Environments, an enormous lawn, and an overall feeling of quality, comfort and charm.

For more information or to schedule a private showing, please contact Mark Cain at (214)642-6516 or Sharon Redd at (469)835-5363. Additional photos and details may be found here.

February 20, 2017

Firm Celebrates 2016 Top Producers

There is no better venue to host a gathering of Dallas’ most elite, service-oriented real estate agents than Dallas’ most elite, service-oriented hotel. The Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate 2016 Top Producers Award Luncheon was held on Friday, February 18, at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas in Uptown. Sales managers, agents and support staff from all five area offices convened in the Cypress Ballroom — along with senior executives from Ebby Halliday Real Estate, Inc., and a handful of valued vendors — to toast with mimosas and dine on Teen Romaine Salad, Moroccan-spiced Grilled Chicken Breast with Sauteed Kale and Quinoa, and Citrus Twist Cheesecake.

After lunch, Ebby CFO Ron Burgert kicked off the awards portion of the event with a recap of 2016. The firm did $2.1 billion in sales volume, he announced. He also reiterated the strength of and bright future for the brand. Ebby CEO Mary Frances Burleson also congratulated agents on another remarkable year, and hinted of the presentation to come by retelling a personal Ritz-Carlton memory that has stayed with her for 15+ years.

Roberto van Geenen, General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, speaks to Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate agents about memorable customer service at the 10th Annual Top Producers Awards.

Agent Sharon Quist, herself a homeowner at The Ritz-Carlton, introduced the highly anticipated guest speaker, The Ritz-Carlton Dallas General Manager Roberto van Geenen. Mr. van Geenen entitled his talk “Memorable Customer Service” and highlighted the high standards this luxury hotel brand has in place to keep guests satisfied and loyal. He acknowledged many parallels in the way The Ritz-Carlton staff treats guests and the way Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate agents treat clients, and left his audience freshly inspired by his industry-leading insights.

David Perry-Miller Real Estate Sales Managers prepare to hand out Top Producer awards.

After Mr. van Geenen concluded, Robb Puckett, Sales Manager of the Highland Park Office took the podium to begin handing out awards to his 2016 Top Producers (pictured below):

Gianna Cerullo
Betty Crawford
Michelle Hopson
Marlene Jaffe
Madeline Jobst
Scott Kaserman
Stephen Pryor
Ralph Randall
The Rhodes Group (Tom Rhodes, Burton Rhodes, Dan Rhodes, Thomas Rhodes, Neil Broussard, Nina Sachse)
Mysti Stewart Group (Mysti Stewart, Diane Beaty)

Top Individual Units: Scott Kaserman
Top Individual GCI: Madeline Jobst
Top Group Units: The Rhodes Group
Top Group GCI: The Rhodes Group

Front row, L to R: Gianna Cerrullo, Madeline Jobst, Tom Rhodes, Marlene Jaffe, Betty Crawford. Back row, L to R: Burton Rhodes, Nina Sachse, Thomas Rhodes, Dan Rhodes, Mysti Stewart, Neil Broussard. Not pictured: Diane Beaty, Michelle Hopson, Scott Kaserman, Stephen Pryor, Ralph Randall.

Next, Becky Connatser, Sales Manager of the InTown Office, announced her Top Ten Producers (pictured below):

The Bleeker-O’Brien Group (Brian Bleeker, Melissa O’Brien)
Carmen DiPenti
Suzann Farren
Brandon Fleeman
Forke+Shindler Group (JL Forke, Jennifer Shindler)
The Wayne Garcia Group (Wayne Garcia, Jerry Gutierrez, Michael Hubach)
Gullotto-Barnes Group (Joseph Gullotto, Jarrad Barnes, Frances Jacobs, Stephene Tolocko)
Hewitt & Habgood Group (Kathy Hewitt, Steve Habgood, Jason Saucedo, Lance Hancock)
Layne-Rothwell Group (Paul Layne, Trina Rothwell)
Christopher Miller
Emily Ray-Porter Group (Emily Ray-Porter, Jessica Hill, Henry Barber, Brittani Frankowiak)

Top Individual Units: Carmen DiPenti
Top Individual GCI: Carmen DiPenti
Top Group Units: Hewitt & Habgood
Top Group GCI: Hewitt & Habgood

Front row, L to R: Melissa O'Brien, Trina Rothwell, Casey Russell, Emily Ray-Porter, Suzann Ferran, Kathy Hewitt, Henry Barber. Back row, L to R: Brian Bleeker, Paul Layne, JL Forke, Jennifer Shindler, Christopher Miller, Wayne Garcia, Michael Hubach, Frances Jacobs, Jason Saucedo, Jessica Hill, Carmen DiPenti. Not pictured: Jarrad Barnes, Brandon Fleeman, Brittani Frankowiak, Joseph Gullotto, Jerry Gutierrez, Steve Habgood, Lance Hancock, Stephene Tolocko. — Front row, L to R: Melissa O’Brien, Trina Rothwell, Casey Russell, Emily Ray-Porter, Suzann Ferran, Kathy Hewitt, Henry Barber. Back row, L to R: Brian Bleeker, Paul Layne, JL Forke, Jennifer Shindler, Christopher Miller, Wayne Garcia, Michael Hubach, Frances Jacobs, Jason Saucedo, Jessica Hill, Carmen DiPenti. Not pictured: Jarrad Barnes, Brandon Fleeman, Brittani Frankowiak, Joseph Gullotto, Jerry Gutierrez, Steve Habgood, Lance Hancock, Stephene Tolocko.

Lee Thomas, Sales Manager of the Lakewood and Park Cities Offices, presented his 2016 Top Producers (pictured below):

Lakewood

Marissa Fontanez
The Heather Guild Group (Heather Guild, Haley Wagstaff, Amy Sack)
The Holmes/Clyce Team (Eric Holmes, Andy Clyce)
Nancy Johnson
The Scott Jackson Group (Scott Jackson, Lauren Moore, Laura Reynolds, Tucker Bomar)

Top Individual Units: Nancy Johnson
Top Individual GCI: Nancy Johnson
Top Team Units: The Holmes/Clyce Team
Top Team GCI: The Homes/Clyce Team
Top Group Units: The Scott Jackson Group
Top Group GCI: The Scott Jackson Group

Front row, L to R: Amy Sack, Marissa Fontanez, Nancy Johnson. Back row, L to R: Haley Wagstaff, Andy Clyce, Eric Holmes, Scott Jackson, Laura Reynolds, Lauren Moore. Not pictured: Heather Guild, Tucker Bomar.

Park Cities

Julie Boren
Stephen Collins
The Elliott & Elliott Group (Paige Elliott, Curt Elliott, Lynn Gardner-Collins, Adam Whitmire)
The Phyllis Glover Group now the GPS Group (Sissy Pardue, Andy Scott)
Stewart Lee
The Christine McKenny Group (Christine McKenny, Megan Stern)
Phillip Murrell
The Kathy Myers Group (Kathy Myers, Lacy Schultz, Wendy Harkness, Carla Hea, Libby Barnes)
The Provenzano Group (Julie Provenzano, Rebecca Bruant, Mike Yates)
Sharon Quist
Debbie Sherrington
The Brian Smith Group (Brian Smith, Kristin Smith, Leslie Smith, Joshua Vernon)

Top Individual Units: Lynn Beaurline
Top Individual GCI: Stewart Lee
Top Group Units: The Phyllis Glover Group now the GPS Group
Top Group GCI: The Christine McKenny Group

Front row, L to R: Andy Scott, Kristin Smith, Lacy Schultz, Kathy Myers, Lynn Gardner Collins, Julie Boren, Julie Provenzano, Paige Elliott. Back row, L to R: Sissy Pardue, Brian Smith, Leslie Rouda Smith, Christine McKenny, Wendy Harkness, Adam Whitmire, Sharon Quist, Stewart Lee, Debbie Sherrington, Curt Elliott, Lynn Beaurline, Phillip Murrell. Not pictured: Libby Barnes, Rebecca Bruant, Stephen Collins, Carla Hea, Megan Stern, Joshua Vernon, Mike Yates.

Finally, Charles Carneal, Sales Manager of the Preston Center Office, rounded out the afternoon with his Top-Ten list (pictured below):

Mark Cain
Justin Easterling
The Gromatzky Group (Kimberlee Gromatzky, Taylor Gromatzky)
Diane & Becky Gruber
The Perry-Miller/Streiff Group (Dave Perry-Miller, Ryan Streiff, Laura Michelle, Karen Fry, Gaynelle Henger, Courtney Jubinsky, Jason Bates, Charles Gregory)
Sharon Redd
Hanne Sagalowsky
Sylvia Scott
Thayer-Braymer Group (Gayl Braymer, Jonathan Thayer)
Martha & McKamy Tiner
Updike Pugh Group (Jeff Updike, Weston Pugh, David Lee, Jan Folmar)

Top Individual Units: Hanne Sagalowsky
Top Individual GCI: Mark Cain
Top Team Units: The Gromatzky Group
Top Team GCI: Thayer-Braymer
Top Group Units: Updike Pugh Group
Top Group GCI: The Perry-Miller/Streiff Group

Preston Center Cropped — Front row, L to R: Kimberlee Gromatzky, Sharon Redd, Gayl Braymer, Hanne Sagalowsky, Jan Folmar. Back row, L to R: McKamy Tiner, Karen Fry, Mark Cain, Diane Gruber, Becky Gruber, Justin Easterling, Jeff Updike, Weston Pugh, David Lee. Not pictured: Jason Bates, Charles Gregory, Taylor Gromatzky, Gaynelle Henger, Courtney Jubinsky, Laura Michelle, Dave Perry-Miller, Sylvia Scott, Ryan Streiff, Jonathan Thayer, Martha Tiner.

Puckett had this to say after the ceremony was over. “Our vision as a leadership team is to inspire our associates to provide clients with the level of service Mr. van Geenen and The Ritz-Carlton provide their guests. Quality is a value that transcends time and one of the hallmarks that makes Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate the success it is today. Today’s luncheon to recognize our associates for their phenomenal work and achievements, is never tiring and sets the stage for a prosperous 2017.”

Congratulations to all the winners!

A gorgeous display of fresh-cut flowers greeted attendees in the lobby of The Ritz-Carlton Dallas.

November 9, 2016

McKenny lists 11 homes for Gingerbread Stroll

“Decorate” your holiday social schedule with the 5th Annual Gingerbread Stroll, to be held Friday, November 18 through Thursday, December 1, at Highland Park Village. Attendees stroll among 11 Highland Park Village merchants where they can admire and silently bid on ornately decorated gingerbread houses, crafted by 11 of Dallas’ premiere pastry chefs. All proceeds from the Gingerbread Stroll will benefit Community Partners of Dallas – an organization that provides support for abused and neglected children by providing direct resources to caseworkers.

Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate Agent Christine McKenny started the annual Gingerbread Stroll to raise funds for area children’s charities.

Dallas residential real estate agent Christine McKenny founded the Gingerbread Stroll in 2011, with the hopes of bringing the community together to raise funds for local children’s charities. Each year, a different charity is selected as the beneficiary of 100 percent of the proceeds, and in 2014, the Stroll raised more than $16,000 for Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. Community Leader, Lynn McBee, serves as the event advisor for the Gingerbread Stroll. The Gingerbread Stroll has raised over $40,000 for area children in need, since its inception.

“The Gingerbread Stroll has become a wonderful tradition during the most wonderful time of the year,” said McKenny. “People of all ages gather with their family and friends to attend, and it’s always exciting to see how the chefs express themselves creatively. Everyone loves a gingerbread house!”

Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate Agent Christine McKenny started the annual Gingerbread Stroll to raise funds for area children's charities. — Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate Agent Christine McKenny started the annual Gingerbread Stroll to raise funds for area children’s charities.

This year’s Gingerbread Stroll attendees can enter to win giveaway prizes, including a holiday carriage ride for six by Threejays Carriages. Attendees also have an opportunity to purchase gingerbread cookies from Royal Blue Grocery and a portion of the proceeds will benefit Community Partners of Dallas.

Some of Dallas’ finest chefs who will be producing these festive masterpieces include:

A Sweet Life
Architecture Demarest
Artist, Evelyn J. Fallgren
Charlie’s
Pastry Chef Winter Lockwood-Frank
Chocolate Secrets
Hilton Anatole
Hotel Crescent Court
Hyatt Regency Dallas at Reunion
Omni Dallas Hotel
Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

Merchants showcasing the gingerbread houses include, Beretta Gallery; Bistro 31; Kiehl’s Since 1851; Leggiadro; MARKET Highland Park; Robert Talbott Carmel; Roberta Roller Rabbit; Royal Blue Grocery; STELLA McCARTNEY; Trina Turk and Village Barber Shop.

Sponsors of the event include, Amy Koellner, Providence Lane Window Coverings; Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate; Digital 3 Printing; Ebby Halliday Realtors; Ed Francis, Legacy Texas; Highland Park Village; HUB International Personal Insurance; Lambert’s; Republic Title, Park Cities; Candy’s Dirt; MODERN LUXURY DALLAS; PEOPLE NEWSPAPERS; Christine McKENNY of Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate; Woolery Associates, Interior Design; and Bread Winners.

October 5, 2016

Quist reigns Ritz-Carlton with Record Sale

In real estate circles, Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate agent Sharon Quist is known as “Queen of the Ritz.” With excellent reason. It all started in 2004, when she became the 5^th person to reserve a unit at The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas (pre-completion), then sold another 13 units by move-in day in 2008. She has more than 140 Ritz transactions under her stylish belt today, and is the all-time leader in sales there.

Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate Agent Sharon Quist leads her peers in sales volume at both the The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas and in Area 17 (Downtown, Uptown, Oak Lawn/Turtle Creek)

The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas

As of last week, Sharon has further cemented her legendary status. A recent company announcement lauded her sale of the Ritz-Carlton Penthouse. She and Kathy H. Myers were the Listing Agents, and Sharon was on the other side of the table, too, bringing the buyer. The 5,666 square foot full-floor unit was listed at $7,500,000. It sold for the highest price per square foot of any condo or high rise ever sold in Dallas MLS.

Of her own high-rise experiences, Quist reflects, “The camaraderie, convenience, walkability and seamless lifestyle has made me an urban living devotee. I want others to know this for themselves. That’s why this job is perfect for me!”

Sharon has been #1 in MLS sales volume for condos and high rises in all of Dallas and in Area 17 (includes Downtown, Uptown and Oak Lawn/Turtle Creek) for three years running now: 2014, 2015 and 2016 YTD. From January of this year to the end of September, she has sold almost $24 million, accounting for 3% of total market share by herself. Her contributions have also boosted Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate’s market share by volume in Area 17 to almost 21% — that’s double the share of either of the firm’s closest competitors.

Icing on the cake: since the company announcement was made last week, Sharon has closed a $1,800,000 unit and listed another for $4.1 million. It’s good to be queen!