Christie’s International Real Estate Adds North Carolina-Based Ivester Jackson Distinctive Properties to Its Global Affiliate Network

Christie's International Real Estate, the world’s leading luxury real estate network and a subsidiary of Christie’s auction house, has awarded Affiliate status to Charlotte, North Carolina-based Ivester Jackson Distinctive Properties, one of the preeminent boutique brokerages of luxury, investment and commercial real estate in the southeastern United States.

Established in 1998, Ivester Jackson annually manages more than U.S. $250 million in luxury and investment property has successfully closed more than U.S. $1 billion in real estate transactions to-date. With a team composed of some of the most innovative and seasoned brokers in the region, Ivester Jackson is trusted by the area’s most discriminating clientele including Fortune 1000 CEOs, financial industry executives and professional athletes.

Boasting market share in flagship communities such as The Peninsula, The Point, River Run Country Club, Davidson and more than 500 miles of the Lake Norman shoreline, Ivester Jackson is a favored resource for buyers and sellers of luxury real estate as well as those interested in investment and commercial opportunities. By joining the Christie’s International Real Estate network, the company will exclusively represent the CIRE brand in the Charlotte/Lake Norman region.

Wholly owned by Christie's, the world's leading art business, Christie's International Real Estate is represented in 44 countries. Ivester Jackson joins this carefully selected organization of brokerages, all of which boast proven records of success in both high-end property sales and exemplary client service.

“It is an honor to award Ivester Jackson Distinctive Properties with Affiliate status,” said Rick Moeser, Senior Vice President, Southeast Region Manager of Christie’s International Real Estate. “The firm’s indisputable foothold in the market and overwhelming success has made it an industry standout and a welcomed addition to our global network.”

“Representing Christie’s International Real Estate not only gives us a competitive edge in the marketplace, but furthers our international reach.” said Lori Ivester Jackson-Owner/Principal Broker, Ivester Jackson Distinctive Properties. “Through this coveted affiliation, we look forward to bolstering our reputation as one of the region’s leading boutique brokerages for luxury real estate.”

For additional information about Christie’s International Real Estate, please contact Michael Sherman at +1 212 974 4585 or visit www.christiesrealestate.com. For Ivester Jackson Distinctive Properties and its listings, call +1 704 655 0586 or visit www.ivesterjackson.com.

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About Christie’s International Real Estate
Christie’s International Real Estate is an invitation-only affiliate network composed of the world’s most proven and qualified real estate specialists in the luxury residential sector. The company has offices in London, New York, Hong Kong, Beverly Hills, Chicago, and Palm Beach, and approximately 136 global affiliates with 25,000 real estate professionals in 44 countries. For additional information about Christie’s International Real Estate, please visit www.christiesrealestate.com.