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Renowned Art Dealer Ben Heller Brings Litchfield County Property to Market with William Pitt Sothebys International Realty

Friday, June 12th, 2015


Sharon, Conn. (PRWEB) June 01, 2015

William Pitt Sothebys International Realty today announced that the Litchfield County, Conn., property of respected New York art dealer, adviser and collector Ben Heller is now for sale. Kent agent Ira Goldspiel has the Sharon, Conn. listing, which is offered at $ 9,450,000.

The New York City-based art patron and dealer has a reputation for being an early supporter of several major artists, including Jackson Pollock and Mark Rothko, both of whom were close friends with Heller at the beginning of their careers. He also owns or has owned many of the most famous works created by these artists.

The property encompasses 294 acres of land that stands adjacent to thousands of additional acres of parkland. The acreage, which provides a backdrop of far-reaching pastoral views for the main residence, is dotted with specimen plantings and features a 42-acre pond.

The 6,154 square-foot, post-and-beam home, originally built in 1988, underwent a complete renovation in 2014. Positioned high on a hill to take full advantage of the 360-degree views of the surrounding acreage, the residence represents a modern take on the Colonial style, including a metal roof and cedar shakes along with clean, oversized windows. Standout living spaces include an all-season sunroom with stone floors and glass walls looking out to the views, a cooks kitchen, and a spacious master suite with fireplace, oversized his and hers dressing rooms, and private deck with more views. The home has five bedrooms and five full and two half baths in total. The grounds provide a heated gunite pool and pool house.

This private, tranquil setting feels like a world unto itself, offering the most incredible views taking in green hills, distant mountains and gorgeous waterscapes, said Goldspiel. Add to that a prominent ownership history, with these walls having served as home to one of the great legends of the art world, and this offering is one of the rarest and most important now on the market in Litchfield County.

For more information on the property, located at 14 Weber Road, click here.

About William Pitt and Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty

Founded in 1949, William Pitt and Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty manages a $ 3.3-billion-plus portfolio with more than 1,000 sales associates in 26 brokerages spanning Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Westchester County, New York. William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, combined with partner firm Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty, is the largest Sotheby’s International Realty(R) affiliate globally and the 28th-largest real estate company by sales volume in the United States. A full-service real estate firm headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, William Pitt and Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty provides ancillary services including commercial services through its affiliation with Building and Land Technology, a second-generation development company based in Stamford, Connecticut; William Pitt Insurance Services; and an award-winning global relocation division. For more information, visit the website at williampitt.com.

Sotheby’s International Realty’s worldwide network includes more than 16,000 sales associates located in 730 offices throughout 56 countries and territories.







Smith Debnam Receives 2014 International Compliance and Ethics Award

Tuesday, October 14th, 2014


Raleigh, North Carolina (PRWEB) October 07, 2014

Raleigh-based law firm Smith Debnam received the 2014 International Compliance and Ethics Award, presented by the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE). For 10 years running, the SCCE has presented the International Compliance and Ethics Award to individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions in the areas of compliance and ethics in business. The SCCE selected Smith Debnam for being the first law firm in the U.S. to implement a comprehensive compliance program under the guard of a full-time compliance officer.

In 2013, Smith Debnam took the lead in formalizing a compliance program amidst the growing complexity of information security and increasing regulatory scrutiny affecting many of the firms financial clients. The firm hired Jennifer Quillen, an experienced compliance professional, to fully develop and implement the firms compliance management system. Quillen monitors all activities across the firm in accordance with firm policies, client industry regulations, and state and federal regulatory agencies. She has 19 years of risk management and FDIC bank examiner experience, and has implemented numerous, highly successful internal auditing programs for a number of leading banks and financial services institutions.

The 10th Annual International Compliance and Ethics Awards were presented during the SCCEs 2014 Compliance & Ethics Institute at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. Other award recipients included Donna C. Boehme, principal at Compliance Strategists, LLC; Daniel R. Levinson, Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services; and The Wall Street Journals Risk and Compliance Journal.

About the SCCE

The Society of Corporate Compliance & Ethics (SCCE), established in 2004, is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. SCCE is a non-profit professional member association that serves more than 4,000 compliance and ethics professionals globally. The association provides resources and training to compliance professionals and champions ethical practices and compliance standards. Visit the SCCE website at http://www.corporatecompliance.org.

About Smith Debnam

Founded in 1972, Smith Debnam is a full-service law firm dedicated to providing clients with the depth of knowledge and sophisticated legal analysis and planning expected of larger firms, combined with the prompt attention, responsive service, and competitive fees available at smaller firms. Headquartered in Raleigh NC, Smith Debnam provides legal expertise in the following practice areas: Corporate and Business Law, Business Litigation, Commercial Bankruptcy and Reorganization, Foreclosures, Creditor Representation, Collections, Commercial & Residential Real Estate, Construction Law, Employment Law, Equipment Leasing & Finance, Family Law, Estate Planning & Administration, Immigration Law, and Professional Negligence.

Smith Debnam is a member of the International Society of Primerus Law Firms.







Mack International President to Co-chair the Opal Financial Group Family Office & Private Wealth Management Forum, July 21-23 in Newport

Wednesday, August 6th, 2014


Chicago, IL (PRWEB) July 21, 2014

Linda C. Mack, founder and president of Mack International, the premier retained executive search and family office strategic management/human capital consulting firm, has been selected to co-chair the Opal Financial Group 2014 Family Office & Private Wealth Management Forum: The Race for Returns, to be held July 21- 23 at the Hyatt Regency Newport in Newport, Rhode Island.

The conference is one of Opals premier Private Wealth Series events for high-net-worth individuals and family offices from around the world. Linda C. Mack will co-chair the Forum and present opening remarks with Jason Cavanagh, CEO of the Saint Leonard Family Office (SFO), and Michael Pompian, Partner and Director of Private Wealth Practice, Mercer, LLC.

Some of the most well-established family offices, private investors, money managers and private wealth service providers attend for three days of engaging discussions and peer-to-peer exchanges on not only a spectrum of current investments trends but also a variety of softer issues effecting current and future generations of families, Linda Mack explained.

In addition to co-chairing the conference, Mack will moderate a panel on Wednesday, July 23 titled Operations and technology: Leading edge family office infrastructure and family office reporting. Panelists will include Mark Wickersham, Director, Netage Solutions, Inc., James Koutoulas, CEO, Typhon Access, Carl Sheeler, Director, Berkeley Research Group, LLC and Melissa Mattison, Vice President, Strategic Solutions.

According to Mack, the session will explore key evolving operational reporting and technology trends and the impact of these trends on family offices. We will discuss how ownership structures, asset allocation and client requirements affect reporting needs of single and multi-family-offices, and what considerations these organizations should take into account before embarking on significant technology investment, upgrades or changes, Mack said.

The session will also cover key challenges that single and multi-family-offices face in successfully changing or upgrading reporting technology. Panelists will offer insights into how to best determine the familys core technology and reporting needs; whether resources and expertise exist in-house and when to outsource; security, confidentiality and reliability issues; and how to maintain successful operations during changes, Mack continued.

As with numerous decisions in any family office operation, it is essential that there is agreement and alignment of operational technology decisions with family goals and values, Mack said.

The Forum will also have presentations explore the challenges and opportunities associated with investing in emerging markets, alternative investments, real estate, gold, and numerous other asset classes, and will also include sessions addressing other issues of import to family offices such as office structure, taxation and regulation, risk management, high-impact philanthropy and technology trends.

Opal Financial Group will kick off the event with its Annual Americas Regatta Cup, in which attendees will have the opportunity to work with a professional sailing charter crew while competing against industry peers.

Mack International, LLC, headquartered in Chicago, is a global retained executive search and strategic management/human capital consulting firm serving national and international clients in the family office, family business enterprise and the wealth management industries. Linda C. Mack develops close, consultative partnerships with clients and candidates, and has achieved an exceptional track record of success as evidenced by consistent referrals, repeat engagements and long tenures of candidates placed. For more information, visit http://www.mackinternational.com or call 800.976.0015.







20th Annual Palm Springs International Shortfest Draws Homebuyers

Saturday, July 26th, 2014


Palm Springs, CA (PRWEB) June 13, 2014

Brad Schmett, Broker Associate with Luxury Homes by Keller Williams today announced that the real estate community is looking forward with anticipation to the 20th Annual Palm Springs Short Film Festival featuring more than 300 short films from over 50 countries. This seven days of film celebrations will turn the spotlight on luxury homes as film buffs head to the Palm Springs area to attend.

The festival is one of the largest showcases of short films in the nation. With seven days of competition it screens approximately 300 films in a series of 90 minute programs. Films are submitted in multiple categories including animation, student animation, live-action and documentaries. The huge celebration of the art of the short film includes a stellar lineup of seminars, special presentations and receptions and includes a Shortfest Film Market.

Schmett observed that, The art of the short film is really a spectacular accomplishment. In fact, in this particular film festival student submissions are encouraged and are a big part of the format. It is exciting every year to see new and emerging young filmmakers, many of whom have gone on to present at the Sundance Film Festival and even beyond. We always appreciate the boost we get in the real estate community when thousands of film buffs head to the Valley to attend this exciting event. Once people see what a great lifestyle we have to offer they want to relocate or purchase vacation homes. It is always our pleasure to welcome new neighbors.

Passes and tickets went on sale April 1, 2014. Several local venues will host the showings, all sponsored by the Palm Springs International Film Society.

Click here for more information on the 20th Annual Palm Springs International Shortfest.

To find out more about investing in Palm Springs, CA real estate visit palmspringsrealestateinfo.com.

About Luxury Homes by Keller Williams: Luxury Homes by Keller Williams La Quinta, is an exclusive, elite and sophisticated group of real estate consultants raising the bar for service in the Palm Springs area residential real estate market.







International House Hunters Showing A Preference For Urban Areas

Saturday, July 12th, 2014


(PRWEB) July 05, 2014

For some time, home buyers from overseas have been looking to vacation spots in the U.S., but a recent report from Trulia said on June 19th in a release titled “International House Hunters Shifting from Vacation Areas to Urban Neighborhoods” that they are fonder of big cities which The Federal Savings Bank found intriguing.

The report noted that dense urban neighborhoods, which are zip code tabulation areas with 5,000 housing units, are becoming more popular based on searches made on the real estate website by foreign house hunters. This trend reverses the previous preference for vacation areas, defined as ZCTAs with at least a quarter of the homes primarily serving as seasonal- or occasional-use properties.

In 2014 through May, 4 percent of the searches on Trulia were made by users overseas. Of that group, 9.4 percent were for dense urban areas, while 4.7 percent targeted vacation areas. The increased interest in cities has been apparent since 2012. Declining preference for sunny shores and relaxed living began mid-2013.

Who wants to move to the city?

The data also showed that the desire to have easy access to mass transit and live in the shadow of looming skyscrapers is not as common among house hunters from all countries. One trend that was consistent is that each country tracked showed more interest in cities.

Brazilians, who accounted for 4.1 percent of all foreign searches through May, had 25 percent of their queries targeting dense urban neighborhoods. Only 6 percent focused on vacation areas. Russians and Australians are also looking to cities, with 27 percent of their searches centering on urban living while only 4 percent sought fun in the sun.

Canadians had the greatest preference toward locations for rest and relaxation, with 13 percent of queries aimed at these areas. Eleven percent searched in urban centers. All other countries, including the U.K., France and Japan, showed interest of 6 percent or less for vacation spots.

Where are international house hunters searching?

Trulia compiled a ranking of the locations favored by home buyers from overseas – in both vacation and urban areas – which can be useful if you’re looking to get a multicultural experience on your own home search or lessen your competition. Miami, which was one of the top cities for net migration between July 2012 and 2013, according to Business Insider on March 27 in a release titled “Here Are The Most Popular Destinations For Immigrants Coming To America,” was the top-ranked urban area. Key Biscayne, Florida, was the top vacation spot.

Whether you’ll be joining international house hunters in the quiet of Key Biscayne or the high energy of Miami, contact the Federal Savings Bank, a veteran owned bank, for information about low cost mortgage options.







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