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The Art Of The Referral: Where The Year Took Us In 2025

By Kelley Schaefer-Levi |

A well-placed real estate referral can define the difference in exceptional service for relocating buyers and sellers—and mastering the process is an art. At Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty, our global referral network is a key differentiator, one our advisors leverage every day as they collaborate with partners and referral teams to deliver concierge-level service for their relocating clients. Last year, our global real estate advisors connected relocating buyers and sellers with trusted professionals around the world. From the UK to Ohio, they placed their clients in the capable hands of Sotheby’s International Realty professionals—local experts who understand their markets and know how to serve buyers and sellers at the highest level. These relationships make seamless moves possible. Defined by service, expertise, and trusted connections among real estate professionals worldwide, the network empowers our advisors to deliver unmatched outcomes and extraordinary results.

Highlights from 2025:

-Our advisors served 500+ clients, closing $296 Million in closed inbound and outbound referrals

-Our Highest Outbound Referral was $18 Million

-Our Highest Inbound Referral was $8.5 Million

-Our Highest Inbound Sotheby’s International Referral was $7.5 Million

-2025 marked a record high in international referral closings  coming from and going to Canada, Mexico, and UK.

-Our advisors placed multiple referrals locally and globally including referrals to Portugal, Italy and France

-An RSIR advisor team partnered with Concierge Auctions to successfully sell a one-of-a-kind San Juan Island property

If you’re interested in purchasing or selling in the US or abroad, our real estate advisors are here to help. Reach out to them directly or contact our Referral & Relocation team to get started.