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ANA B.N. WASSITSCH JOINS DAMIANOS SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY AS AN ESTATE AGENT

NASSAU, The Bahamas (October 28, 2021) — George Damianos, Chief Executive Officer for Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty, and Lana Rademaker, Chief Brokerage Officer, are pleased to announce the addition of Ana B.N. Wassitsch to the sales team in Nassau.

“We’ve been experiencing historical activity in all of our markets this year, but particularly in the luxury communities in Nassau,” Rademaker said. “With this increased uptick in activity, our growth strategy is to focus on vetting sales agents who have strong financial and investment backgrounds in addition to deep community ties.”

A longstanding member of the professional community in Nassau, Wassitsch launched her real estate career in 2015 after 15 years of working in the private banking sector.

“My exposure to a vast array of cultures over the years, both through my extensive travels and working with high-net-worth clients from around the globe has offered me significant insight into the importance of cultural preferences and perspectives when it comes to buying, selling and investing in real estate,” Wassitsch said. “This international aspect of my business is what attracted me to joining Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty. The Sotheby’s brand recognition, the firm’s worldwide reach, and the company’s vast referral network will expand and elevate the level of service I am able to provide for my clients.”

In addition to her established success in sales and relationship building, Wassitsch is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, making her an even more valuable addition to the Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty team as more and more buyers are entering the market from Central and South America.

“We are excited to welcome Ana to our team, ” Rademaker added. “The Bahamas is a premier destination for investors from all over the world and we are committed to meeting the needs of our international high-net-worth clients. With Ana’s multicultural background and sales expertise, she is well-positioned to establish herself as a top producer in the luxury market.”

Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has been an industry leader since 1945 specializing in the listing, marketing and sale of luxury and waterfront properties. With eight offices throughout The Bahamas, Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty boasts the most experienced and successful team of real estate professionals, consistently ranking among the top producers in The Bahamas real estate industry.

About Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty

Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has eight offices located throughout the islands of the Bahamas, providing unsurpassed market knowledge of Abaco, Eleuthera, Harbour Island, Exuma, Nassau, Paradise Island, Ocean Club Estates, Lyford Cay, Old Fort Bay, Albany, and Private Islands. Head office 75 Shirley Street, Nassau. For additional information, please contact 242-322-2305 or info @SIRbahamas.com.

About Sotheby’s International Realty

The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has approximately 24,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in over 1,000 offices in 75 countries and territories worldwide.  Each office is independently owned and operated.

October 28, 2021 by Damianos Sotheby's International Realty

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Sandyport Residents Find Comfort in Their Community During Times of Social Distancing

Jacqueline Lightbourn, Estate Agent with Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty

When The Bahamas issued a mandatory shelter-in-place order in March, I anticipated that social distancing would make me feel isolated and lonely. However, living in Sandyport I have found the opposite to be true. Instead of feeling cut off from my neighbors, the sense of community here has never been stronger. As I’ve ventured outdoors during allowable hours to grab some fresh air, sunshine and exercise, I have witnessed kindness, sharing, laughter, support and acts of charity all of which has made me grateful to be quarantined in this live-work-play community.

Sandyport’s open space, calm canals and two-mile paved loop offers a variety of options for exercising outdoors safely and within the boundaries of the community, from paddle boarding and biking to walking and running. Residents cross to the other side of the road when approaching a neighbor to maintain social distancing, but even from behind their masks, you can hear a faint “Good Morning” or “Hello” as you cross paths. Tennis courts, swimming pools, children’s playgrounds, a batting cage and a basketball court are also available for use as a group for those who live in the same household.

Homemade signs of encouragement and thanks for healthcare workers adorn the windows of many homes in our neighbourhood, and on weekends it’s not uncommon to hear families whistling, clapping and banging pots in honour of the fearless heroes working on the front lines of the COVID-19 fight. On front porches you’ll find children’s toys and games available for exchange or purchase, and we had an animal-spotting scavenger hunt where residents placed stuffed animals around their properties for children to “discover.” I have even purchased homemade honey from a neighbor for my morning tea, and a thyme tree from another for use in my lemon garlic chicken.

Our community WhatsApp group has never been more active. Through this chat, neighbours share yeast or sugar for baking treats, offer to pick up food for the elderly and homebound, track deliveries for each other, or simply post uplifting thoughts and messages.

By far, the best part is being a part of the generosity of this community. Every week two families collect newspapers for the Bahamas Humane Society and there is a resident who collected t-shirts and bedsheets and created masks for the healthcare workers. On a community level, enough money was raised in a single day to provide donations to Lend a Hand Bahamas for Bain and Grants town, as well as gifts for our security and staff as a token of thanks for keeping our neighbourhood safe during lockdown and curfew.

I moved to Sandyport in 2002, and I have never been happier to have chosen this as my home. I am grateful to live in such a great community and to be surrounded by the kindness and support of the Sandyport residents.

Jacqueline Lightbourn joined Damianos Sotheby’s International Real Estate in 2019. Jacqueline’s strongest asset as an estate agent is her innate ability to genuinely connect with people from all walks of life on a variety of topics, including her deep love and knowledge of The Bahamas and its Family Islands.

About Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty

Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has 10 offices located throughout the islands of the Bahamas, providing unsurpassed market knowledge of Abaco, Eleuthera, Harbour Island, Exuma, Nassau, Paradise Island, Ocean Club Estates, Lyford Cay, Old Fort Bay, Albany and Private Islands. Head office 75 Shirley Street, Nassau. For additional information, please contact 242-322-2305 or Info@SIRbahamas.com.

May 13, 2020 by Damianos Sotheby's International Realty

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CHRISTINA CUNNINGHAM JOINS DAMIANOS SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY AS ESTATE AGENT IN NASSAU, BAHAMAS

NASSAU, The Bahamas (Sept, 24, 2019) — George Damianos, Chief Executive Officer for Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty, and Lana Rademaker, Chief Brokerage Officer, are pleased to announce that Christina Cunningham is the newest Estate Agent to join the Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty sales team.

“The Nassau real estate market continues to grow at a steady pace,” Rademaker said. “It is our utmost priority at all times to make sure we have the right agents in place, so that our clients receive the impeccable service we pride ourselves on.”

Born into a family of real estate developers and capitalizing on her background as a client relationship manager in the private banking sector, Cunningham said the transition into residential real estate is the next logical step in her career.

“I am extremely detail-oriented and adept at breaking down information in order to guide my clients toward the best financial decisions,” Cunningham said. “And now I get to combine those skills with my personal passion—sharing the beauty of the Bahamas with new clients as an estate agent.”

“Christina’s professional background gives her a unique understanding of the financial markets,” Rademaker said. “This is an important asset to have in today’s active real estate market where buyers and sellers are becoming more and more savvy.”

Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has been an industry leader since 1945 specializing in the listing, marketing and sale of luxury and waterfront properties. With 10 offices throughout The Bahamas, Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty boasts the most experienced and successful team of real estate professionals, consistently ranking among the top producers in The Bahamas real estate industry.

About Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty

Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has 10 offices located throughout the islands of the Bahamas, providing unsurpassed market knowledge of Abaco, Eleuthera, Harbour Island, Exuma, Nassau, Paradise Island, Ocean Club Estates, Lyford Cay, Old Fort Bay, Albany and Private Islands. Head office 75 Shirley Street, Nassau. For additional information, please contact 242-322-2305 or info @SIRbahamas.com.

About Sotheby’s International Realty

The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has approximately 22,500 affiliated independent sales associates located in over 990 offices in 72 countries and territories worldwide. Each office is independently owned and operated.

September 24, 2019 by Damianos Sotheby's International Realty

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DAMIANOS SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY ADDS TWO NEW ESTATE AGENTS TO CAPITALIZE ON GROWTH IN THE BAHAMAS LUXURY REAL ESTATE MARKET

NASSAU, The Bahamas (June 12, 2019) — George Damianos, Chief Executive Officer for Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty, and Lana Rademaker, Chief Brokerage Officer, are pleased to announce the addition of two new estate agents: Jacqueline Lightbourn and Christopher Ansell.

“In our ongoing effort to be proactive leaders in the market, we are consistently on the lookout for talented professionals who are aligned with our client-centric company values,” Rademaker said. “Both of these new agents have spent a considerable amount of time in their previous careers building valuable relationships in the community, and they are a welcome addition to our team.”

Formerly the owner of one of Nassau’s most reputable Chiropractic practices, Lightbourn spent 14 years cultivating the successful growth of her business. In her transition into real estate, Lightbourn will draw upon those relationships she’s carefully nurtured.

“The successful growth of Jacqueline’s chiropractic business is a testament to her attention to detail, caring nature, and utmost professionalism,” Rademaker said. “In addition, her entrepreneurial mindset will be an advantage as she builds her real estate career.”

Similarly, Ansell spent a decade developing deep client relationships through his work as a real estate attorney with a top-tier Bahamian law firm in Nassau. Over the course of his legal career, Ansell represented resort developers and high-net-worth home buyers and sellers, advising on investment regulatory framework, concessionary tax legislation, financing, land title, immigration and economic residency.

“Christopher’s legal knowledge and sharp negotiation skills will set him apart as an estate agent,” said Rademaker. “There are very few agents, if any, in The Bahamas who can speak as specifically to the legal ins-and-outs of contract negotiations as Christopher can with his extensive legal background, especially when it comes to navigating permanent residency requirements and obtaining financing.”

About Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty

Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has 10 offices located throughout the islands of the Bahamas, providing unsurpassed market knowledge of Abaco, Eleuthera, Harbour Island, Exuma, Nassau, Paradise Island, Ocean Club Estates, Lyford Cay, Old Fort Bay, Albany and Private Islands. Head office 75 Shirley Street, Nassau. For additional information, please contact 242-322-2305 or info @SIRbahamas.com.

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June 12, 2019 by Damianos Sotheby's International Realty

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Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty is Top-Tier Sponsor of Ride for Hope for Sixth Straight Year

Keeping Hope Alive. Lana Rademaker, co-owner and Vice President of Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty, participated in the 2017 Ride for Hope in Eleuthera marking the 10th anniversary of the fundraiser which garnered more than $550,000 to support treatment for cancer patients throughout The Bahamas.

NASSAU, The Bahamas (March 5, 2018) — On Saturday, March 10, 2018, cyclists from around the country will descend upon Governor’s Harbour, Eleuthera, to participate in Ride for Hope with one goal in mind: eradicate cancer in The Bahamas.

Now in its 11^th year, the annual fundraiser offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to bike 100 miles around the stunningly beautiful island of Eleuthera, all while raising money to assist Bahamians in the fight against cancer. To date, the event has raised an estimated $3,000,000 through the generosity of individual and corporate sponsorships. This year marks the sixth consecutive year that Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has been a sponsor of Ride for Hope and the third year in a row that the company has contributed $10,000 as a Yellow Jersey Corporate Sponsor.

“Helping fight cancer is important to me because my mother and sister both died of cancer at a young age,” said George Damianos, President of Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty. “I respect the energy and time all of the volunteers pour into the event, and appreciate every effort put forth by the Holowesko family to make this such a successful fundraiser. Without exception, every dollar raised by participants is applied to the program.”

Riding for the Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty team this year will be Vice President Lana Rademaker, along with her husband and two daughters, Harbour Island agent James Malcolm, Nassau agent Ashley Brown and fellow riders Misty Claridge, Keith Cox and Kathy Johnston.

A primary goal of this year’s ride will be to increase the Medical Assistance Fund which assists the Cancer Society in paying off the mortgage that financed the building of the acclaimed Cancer Care Centre on Collins Avenue in Nassau and is also paying for the completion of the organization’s Eleuthera headquarters. The same fund also helps maintain the Treatment Assistance Fund, which supports cancer patients with their treatment costs through financial grants.

“The sheer cost of living with cancer is debilitating, if not completely devastating, to nearly every Bahamian family that cancer touches,” Damianos said. “Every single cent that is raised through Ride for Hope will directly benefit someone you know, whether it’s a family member, friend or colleague.”

About Sotheby’s International Realty
The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has approximately 21,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in over 900 offices in 68 countries and territories worldwide. Each office is independently owned and operated.

About Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty
Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has 11 offices located throughout the islands of the Bahamas, providing unsurpassed market knowledge of Abaco, Eleuthera, Exuma, Nassau, Paradise Island, Ocean Club Estates, Lyford Cay, Old Fort Bay and Private Islands. Head office 75 Shirley Street, Nassau. For additional information, please contact 242-322-2035 or info.Bahamas@SIR.com.

March 5, 2018 by Damianos Sotheby's International Realty

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Joan Braithwaite joins Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty

Eleuthera Real Estate Agent, Joan Braithwaite

(NASSAU, BAHAMAS, July 1, 2015) Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce that Joan Braithwaite has joined its Eleuthera Sales Team.

Joan became enthralled with Eleuthera and in 2006 she and her husband moved from Nassau to the unique and beautiful Bahamas island.

She is a seasoned realtor and prides herself on delivering outstanding service to both buyers and sellers and has thoroughly enjoyed assisting International and Bahamian clients in locating their dream properties in Eleuthera.

Joan is pleased to be joining the dedicated, professional, experienced team of realtors at Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty and she will be based out of her Gregory Town Art Studio/Home Office and will work alongside our Governor’s Harbour and Spanish Wells team members.

She looks forward to hearing from friends, clients and contacts regarding their real estate needs and goals. Please contact Joan on her cellular phone (242.376.1288) or via email: Joan.Braithwaite@SothebysRealty.com.

July 1, 2015 by Damianos Sotheby's International Realty

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Craig Pinder joins the Damianos Sales Team

Bahamas Real Estate Agent – Craig Pinder, BRI, CRS

(NASSAU, BAHAMAS, March 26, 2013) Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce that Craig Pinder has joined its Nassau sales team.

Craig was born in South Africa and moved to the Bahamas in 1982. He attended the University of Western Ontario in Canada and Florida Southern College in the United States and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.

After working as an accountant for a few years, Craig realized that with his outgoing personality he would be better suited to a people-orientated career. Having always had an interest in real estate, Craig made a decision in 1997 to become a licensed Realtor and claims that it was the best decision he has ever made! He has a solid history of sales and in 2000 he was one of two Bahamian realtors selected for the position of on-site sales executives for the prestigious and world-renown gated golf course community of Ocean Club Estates on Paradise Island.

Craig prides himself on delivering outstanding service to both buyers and sellers and has thoroughly enjoyed assisting international and Bahamian clients in locating their dream property. He has developed lasting relationships with his past clients and has built a reputation of delivering exceptional service during every real estate transaction…from the initial property inquiry to the final closing details.

Craig is pleased to be joining the dedicated, professional, experienced team of realtors at Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty and he looks forward to hearing from friends, clients and contacts regarding their real estate needs and goals. Please contact him at any time on his cellular phone (242.457.2282) or via email at craig.pinder@sothebysrealty.com.

March 26, 2013 by Damianos Sotheby's International Realty

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