 Timbers Kiawah Ocean Club & Residences, Kiawah Island, South Carolina. Starting from $475,000 to $1.285 million a fraction. Photo credit: Shawn O’Connor. Last week we had the pleasure of unveiling the new model at the Timbers Kiawah Ocean Club & Residences to all of our 300,000+ readers on SecondShelters.com. This incredible resort offering is the only private residence club with fractional ownership on Kiawah Island, and the newest oceanfront offering in over 30 years!  The interior design is enough to entice one to buy, but those views...and the pricing! It's a gem of a find for oceanfront living starting at $475,000 to $1.285 million a fraction. Here, the rich architectural heritage of the Lowcountry meets the contemporary demands of today’s buyer to bring you one unforgettable oceanfront retreat. Sidenote: If there is one thing readers should know about my design tastes, it's that I am a sucker for a classic blue and white color palette. Timbers Kiawah does not disappoint!  Learn more about the talented design team, Hilton Head-based J. Banks Design, plus read my interview with Managing Director of Development at Timbers Resorts, Chris Burden, on SecondShelters.com now. You'll quickly see why Timbers Kiawah is the place to buy in South Carolina. Check it out and give us a thumbs up if you like what you see.
Cheers, AP Amy Puchaty is a luxury real estate writer and communications specialist whose marketing campaigns and copywriting work have appeared in numerous print and digital publications including The Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, Inman News, The Denver Post, and Dallas Business Journal. Why Amy Puchaty? Because it’s selling season. Follow Amy at www.amypuchaty.com #AtHomeWithAmy #AmyPuchaty #LuxuryRealEstateWriter
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 You don't have to be gimmicky to stand out from a crowd. Case in point, this elegant luxury real estate brochure from top-producing Wolfe-Bouc Group in Denver, Colorado. It's sharp, sophisticated, and to the point, allowing luxury real estate clients to connect with the brand's story without complicating things. And it's so great, Inman.com let me do an article about it. You can read that full post on Inman News here. Below is a summary of that Inman post, including my top five reasons this luxury real estate brochure rocks.  1 - You immediately know what the Wolfe-Bouc Group stands for. They are "your guides to Denver real estate" - this little phrase may seem simple, but combined with their logo and city theme, it instantly answers the who, what, where, and why, of their brand story. Who? Wolfe-Bouc Group. What? Real Estate. Where? Denver. Why? Guide.  2 - They share their legacy right away. The Wolfe-Bouc Group's history is a rich one, and potential clients get a quick snapshot of who they are, where they came from, and where they are going right away. Consistently recognized by the Denver Board of REALTORS among the Top 5 Teams for outstanding production, and by the Wall Street Journal and Real Trends as one of the top 250 Real Estate Teams nationwide, Wolfe-Bouc Group has a story to share. This is the perfect place to showcase awards and skills to establish credibility. Their longstanding reputation is second to none and it shows.   3 - They present a polished image, both relatable and approachable. Although they are well-known for closing multi-million-dollar real estate deals across the Front Range, the Wolfe-Bouc Group makes it clear that they put in the time to educate and advise their clients. It's not just about the numbers, but about building and maintaining lasting relationships. Their polished and professional image, is both relatable and approachable, and will attract a wide range of clientele.  4 - They clearly state what sets them apart. In just a few short paragraphs, clients get a clear picture of how the Wolfe-Bouc Group operates, what skills they bring to the table, and why clients should hire them over the competition. Their passion for helping people buy and sell homes is loud and clear.  5 - They highlight their brokerage, which is a leading luxury real estate brand. The Wolfe-Bouc group is smart to lead with personal achievements, but they don't forget to leverage the reach and resources of their brokerage, LIV Sotheby's International Realty - which was recently named the #1 Sotheby's International Realty affiliate in the world for 2018.     And the wins keep on coming...the group emphasizes local expertise. Neighborhood knowledge is one of the top reasons buyers and sellers hire real estate agents. The Wolfe-Bouc Group emphasizes this with a snapshot of the neighborhoods in which they specialize, as well as a description on how they connect buyers and sellers to properties in these communities every day. But don't just take their word for it. Their client testimonials say it all.  Branding brochures can be a challenge, especially for teams, but clearly the Wolfe-Bouc Group nailed it! Every agent and real estate brokerage is unique, the trick is to zero in on your personal story and present it in a way that resonates with your target audience, while putting the spotlight on the things that matter most. Relationships, service, results. I had the privilege of writing the copy for Wolfe-Bouc Group's brochure and could not be more pleased with the result. If you or someone you know is looking for luxury real estate copywriting expertise, give us a call. We would be happy to do the same for you! Cheers, AP Amy Puchaty is a luxury real estate writer and communications specialist whose marketing campaigns and copywriting work have appeared in numerous print and digital publications including The Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, Inman News, The Denver Post, and Dallas Business Journal. Why Amy Puchaty? Because it’s selling season. Follow Amy at www.amypuchaty.com #AtHomeWithAmy #AmyPuchaty #LuxuryRealEstateWriter
Picture this: the most adorable English bulldog you’ve ever set eyes on—complete with wrinkly face and soft white fur. Throw in a couple of cute toddlers in the mix too. While this picture is my heart, my world…they are also the culprits of chaos when it comes to my car. I’ve had my car for a little over three years and I clean it regularly. I take it for a wash, make sure to clear out the trash every day, and vacuum it as often as I can. And still, somehow, it’s never the same as when I bought it. Now, I’m not delusional, I know that new-car smell and look doesn’t last forever, but come on! Three years? Thanks to the cuteness overload I mentioned above, my car recently looked like it had been around since the dark ages. Dust and goop and things I don’t even know how to explain had settled between the cracks, in places none of my efforts could reach. My chubby bulldog’s white fur had managed to slip into the interior in the back like the finest thread in the hardest to rip seam. Seriously, I tried everything to get rid of the dog hair—from the vacuums at the car wash, to my husband’s shop-vac, to duct tape! I even listened to the advice of Pinterest and took a squeegee to it! All to no avail. Sure, these processes took some of it out, but I was certain that a good amount of the fur had settled in for the rest of the car’s natural life. Finally, we decided it was time to get it professionally detailed. It didn’t take us long to find out that one of the highest reviewed places was a home-run business called R.A.P.D Automotive Detailing. A few messages later, I was set up with an appointment. I barely had any expectations going into the process, save for a cleaner car, but what I came home with is still shocking me today. It’s like a new car! I’m kicking myself for not taking before pictures—hence the aforementioned painting I illustrated earlier. Toddlers. A chunky tank of a bulldog. Hectic life. You get it. Messy. Beautiful but messy. The owner, Craig, has been doing this for thirty years and it absolutely shows:
It’s like he had a magic wand that restored the vehicle to its fresh off the line look. Though, in reality, I know it comes down to a ton of hard work and being an expert in your field. And that is what R.A.P.D is. Experts. Friendly, accommodating, and fairly priced, I will take both vehicles to him every single time. It’s been a week since he made my car sparkle and I’m still shocked each time I get behind the wheel. I feel like I’ve got a new car without the price tag! In a life filled with the constant go-go of two toddlers and a bulldog, there is something so wonderful about slipping into a clean car, and thanks to R.A.P.D, it’s been nothing but smooth sailing ever since. Cheers and happy detailing, ML Molly E. Lee is an associate copywriter at Amy Puchaty Communications - a Colorado-based copywriting firm specializing in luxury real estate marketing and creative copy that inspires. Amy Puchaty is a luxury real estate writer and communications specialist whose marketing campaigns and copywriting work have appeared in numerous print and digital publications including The Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, Inman News, The Denver Post, and Dallas Business Journal. Why Amy Puchaty? Because it’s selling season. Follow Amy at www.amypuchaty.com #AtHomeWithAmy #AmyPuchaty #LuxuryRealEstateWriter
 Photo Credit: Molly E. Lee Is there anything better than a crisp Sunday morning in Colorado Springs? With a hint of rain scenting the air and the mountains stretching across the horizon? How about a spectacular brunch? One that offers bottomless Mimosas or Bloody Mary’s for only $10? Sound too good to be true? Well, look no further than Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse and Tavern—a cozy little place tucked into a corner of northern Colorado Springs that gives you a perfect view of the mountainscape from the patio. The building exudes southern charm with whitewashed boards on the exterior and warm rich wooden tones on the interior. Bourbon barrels line the walls and mouthwatering southern smells permeate over the expanse of tables and booths.  Like any good brunch goer, I took my approach to the array of food Hungry Caterpillar style—selecting one of nearly everything to give me an idea of the restaurant’s palate on any given day. Pancakes, eggs benedict, biscuits and southern gravy, bacon, hashbrowns—the breakfast options were endless. A make your own omelet and waffle station was also set up among the popular morning selections. For more savory options there was tender prime rib with house made au jus, spiral cut ham, delicious fried chicken, and classic sides like mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, and perfectly seasoned green beans. A full salad bar with fruit and a soup of the day was available for those searching for something on the lighter side. And, of course, to round out the mile-long variety was a sweet little dessert table, complete with some incredibly soft triple chocolate cookies. While I enjoyed the breakfast side—pancakes were fluffy and the maple syrup was on point—it was the fried chicken that won me over. The dredge on the variety of light and dark meat was seasoned like any good southern girl would know—with lots of salt and a hint of spice to make it just right! The husband indulged in the bottomless Bloody Mary’s and gave the concoction two big thumbs up, noting that the balance between zingand zangwas perfection. Of course, if you’re in the mood for something with more of a kick, they offer nearly one-hundred different kinds of bourbon!  And if the food wasn’t enough to seal the deal for me as Bourbon Brother’s being one of my new favorite finds in Colorado Springs, then the service certainly would’ve! The entire staff was friendly and our waitress went above and beyond to brighten an already wonderful day. With two toddlers in tow, she made sure to make them laugh and chat with them. As a mama let me tell you this makes a world of difference. I have to be selective about the establishments I take my family to and when I find one with not only delicious food but outstanding service that is kid-friendly? Forget about it! I’m all in!
Bourbon Brother’s Smokehouse and Tavern is clearly a brunch master but I’ll be heading back on lunch and dinner dates too! Cheers, ML Molly E. Lee is an associate copywriter at Amy Puchaty Communications - a Denver-Boulder-based copywriting firm specializing in luxury real estate marketing and creative copy that inspires. Amy Puchaty is a luxury real estate writer and communications specialist whose marketing campaigns and copywriting work have appeared in numerous print and digital publications including The Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, Inman News, The Denver Post, and Dallas Business Journal. Why Amy Puchaty? Because it’s selling season. Follow Amy at www.amypuchaty.com #AtHomeWithAmy #AmyPuchaty #LuxuryRealEstateWriter  Bravo's Million Dollar Listing New York, Season 7, Episode 5 - Ready, Set, Baby! Remember the 14th Street East Village Triplex we covered for Ryan Serhant on Inman and SecondShelters back in November? Yeah well it has taken a price cut, and could be yours for $3.9 million - down slightly from the original list price of $4.2 million. You can watch the whole story unfold on Bravo's Million Dollar Listing New York, Season 7, Episode 5 now, which originally aired July 17th. Catch one of our favorite clips from the show here. In the episode titled Ready, Set, Baby!, we meet a new member of Ryan Serhant's team, a listing agent named Adam, who presents him with a rare opportunity on New York's vibrant 14th Street. Clearly Serhant is enamored by this one-of-a-listing, but it's a tough sell, and he knows it right away. Here is a rundown of what makes 224 E 14th St Apt: 1, New York, NY an incredible buy. Location According to Serhant, "The east village is one of the few neighborhoods in Manhattan where you can still feel the grit of New York City. There’s great restaurants, there’s cool shopping, it’s funky, it’s cool. The east village still feels like New York." Selling Points There's many. The East Village Triplex with retractable walls and massive private garden has graced the cover of New York Magazine, was named Elle Decor’s “Pick of the World’s Most Beautiful Homes,” and was even highlighted in the American Institute of Architects.  First Impressions Serhant's initial reaction to the retractable walls is priceless. He screams, "That is bananas. This is insane! On 14th Street. The whole wall just opened! This is the craziest listing I’ve ever seen in New York City. I’ve never seen anything like this apartment, EVER." Our thoughts exactly. The Roadblocks Serhant says, "It’s definitely a tough sell. It feels like a labyrinth with all these narrow hallways. The kitchen is on a different floor from the dining room, and the bathroom is see-through. And the location is also really busy, and a little loud because it’s right on 14th Street." The Seller Eagle-eyed viewers will note that the seller is a developer from out of state, named Alon, who works in real estate in Philadelphia, and put a lot of work into the place. No detail is left unturned in the creation of this one-of-a-kind masterpiece and it shows. The Buyer It has got to be someone young, perhaps in tech, a new buyer, somebody who likes to entertain. Serhant suggest scouting local restaurateurs and business owners. We think he's onto something, but finding the perfect buyer takes time...no matter how stunning the listing. Bonus points for Serhant here. His thoughtful pep talk to Adam will no doubt inspire the greenest broker to reach for the stars. You know, "Expansion. Always, in all ways." Bottom Line "This apartment has a lot of wow-factor, so we need to find somebody who appreciates wow-factor," adds Serhant. Could that buyer be you?  At Amy Puchaty Communications, we love real estate, so there's nothing better than seeing a home we covered on the small screen! You can read our initial thoughts about the 14th Street Triplex here.
How much are you digging Ryan Serhant this season? His wardrobe and humor are on point, as always, and who doesn't just adore Emilia? Such a pleasure working with The Serhant Team and their public relations folks on a few projects for added exposure. (We also covered one of their Brooklyn Brownstone listings which is a book lover's dream and once owned by "Everything Is Illuminated" author Jonathan Safran.) Sidenote: Did you think Fredrik Eklund's whisper campaign for the broker open on Bleeker would actually work? Pretty genius right? We thought so. Hope you enjoyed Bravo's MDLNY episode as much as we did! Cheers and happy listing, AP Amy Puchaty is a luxury real estate writer and communications specialist whose marketing campaigns and copywriting work have appeared in numerous print and digital publications including The Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, Inman News, The Denver Post, and Dallas Business Journal. Why Amy Puchaty? Because it’s selling season. Follow Amy at www.amypuchaty.com #AtHomeWithAmy #AmyPuchaty #LuxuryRealEstateWriter
We could not be more thrilled to have interviewed Wendy Purvey, CMO of InvitedHome, who gave us an inside look at what's happening in the high-end vacation home rental market. The feature titled "Out to Lunch with Wendy Purvey" clues readers in on how to make their vacation property work as both a financial investment, and a care-free place to unwind.  Of course, no summer issue of LIV Magazine would be complete without a thorough look at the Colorado resort market. We relied heavily on Land Title Guarantee Co., Realtor.com, National Association of REALTORS®, LIV SIR Micro Market Reports, and Sotheby’s International Realty's Global Luxury Residential Real Estate Report to give us of-the-minute data on who is parking their cash in the Colorado resort market and why. We also looked at trends of ultra-high-net-worth individuals, and highlight the top features buyers and renters are looking for in second homes. Experts say “a wealth surge” is responsible for boosting the second-home market noting “many well-off Americans have been getting wealthier.” In fact, the United States added more than one million new millionaires in 2017 as stock prices rose, per the Global Wealth Report published in December 2017 by Credit Suisse. To read these articles and to view the full issue, click here.    Did you know Amy Puchaty Communications also writes for LIV Ventura in California? These Ventura County real estate agents work just as hard as they play, and I am so honored to have penned many of their agent bios, as well as write the feature article in their signature Ventura publication, LIV Magazine 805 Edition, pictured below. In its inaugural issue, LIV Magazine takes you through a journey of The Southern California Seven - the hottest markets to keep your eye on right now, which we wrote with the help of the LIV Ventura experts. The magazine showcases distinctive properties from #California and around the world, and offers an in-depth look at the powerful relationship between the Sotheby's Auction House and the Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates' brand. Look for our piece starting on page eight and let us know what you think. To view LIV Magazine 805 Edition, click here.   One of our favorite recent projects is a luxury real estate brochure we drafted up for top-producing Wolfe-Bouc Group at LIV Sotheby's International Realty. This is a great branding piece and we are so happy to be a part of it! In fact, it's so great, Inman.com allowed me to do a story on it. Read the full article "5 This Luxury Real Estate Brochure Gets Right" now. 
We also managed to write several great posts for CandysDirt.com and SecondShelters.com. Our weekly "Friday Four Hundred" and "Friday Five Hundred" articles are a big hit, showcasing Dallas real estate offerings from $400K to $599K. On SecondShelters.com our "Splurge vs. Steal Resort Edition" and "What Can I Get For A Million In...?" posts continue to draw rave reviews. We love these award-winning, real-estate focused websites, not only for their North Texas eye candy and impressive second home coverage, but for their in-depth local reporting on the Dallas real estate market and beyond. Check them out and give us a thumbs up if you like what you see! 
Other big happenings include outstanding press for our client, Denver real estate agent and SuitSupply ambassador Delroy Gill. You can read the full post on how we secured press in Cherry Creek Lifestyle magazine, Denver Style magazine, BAC magazine, and more here.  You may be surprised that Amy Puchaty Communications doesn't solely write about luxury real estate. We cover a wide range of topics, such as communities and developments, fashion and technology, interior design and marketing news. We often ghost write for major corporations and executives, and don't always get a byline, but our work is valued just the same. One example is a recent feature in the pulitzer-prize winning RESIDE magazine. You can read all about our article, "Stroke of Genius: Denver's S*park Builds a Community" here. In this piece, we focus on a hot new Denver development, S*park - a rare oasis of urban community and farming in the heart of a bustling downtown area.  In the technology space, we are happy to write for several UBM brands like HDI and SMWorld. Here we create content for a variety of marketing pieces including website copy, targeted email blasts, brochure slicks, professional bios, and more. For those in the tech service and support industry, there is no better place to network, collaborate, and energize a team than at one of HDI's conferences. Their impressive lineup of speakers and cutting-edge learning tracks truly set them apart.
All of the above is just a sampling of what we do on a day-to-day basis. And we juggle it all with a heavy dose of teamwork, time management, and a strong focus on providing the highest quality service and results to our valued clientele. We hope you enjoyed our round-up of what's trending this summer. Let us know if we can be of service to you! Cheers, AP Amy Puchaty is a luxury real estate writer and communications specialist whose marketing campaigns and copywriting work have appeared in numerous print and digital publications including The Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, Inman News, The Denver Post, and Dallas Business Journal. Why Amy Puchaty? Because it’s selling season.  Guest Post Alert! This week we are happy to feature guest blogger Mia Clarke who is part of the content and community team at Userful.com - the experts in all things video wall and display solutions. When they first approach us in teaming up, we could not get over their amazing video displays and the opportunities they present for marketers, companies, and brands, including some of our clients like luxury real estate brokers and agents, and big name tech conferences and events. If Userful's video displays are good enough for the likes of NASA, HP, Yale, and Nestle, then they're good enough for us too. Check out what Mia has to say below and let us know what you think. Could you see a use for Userful's video walls in your home or office? Transform Your Lounge with a Home Video Wall By Mia Clarke Home Video Walls are used in lounges to entertain guests and serve other functions. These walls are built up using advanced technology and are known to deliver excellent picture quality. They are light in weight, easy to install as well as dismantle. Features Of home Video Walls
Home Video Walls are made of individual modules which are interlocked and form a seamless and cohesive unit. All these modules are manufactured to precise tolerances which maintain the same precise pixel pitch. 
Flat Panel UHD- It comes along with 4K screen and widely known for serving an unparalleled experience. It is considered good to buy in order to impress visitors and clients. It is time to say YES to Led Video Walls since they make you different from others. Flat Panel HD- It is the most basic of viewing screens and considered ideal for presentations, displaying information as well. In short, it can be said that it is perfect for business purposes. Multiple Screen Systems- It is next in this list cannot be ignored at any rate. It is ideal to choose if you are looking for something can go beyond approximately 95 inch capacity of standard HD screen. It works in various conjunction to display the same image. Multi-Screen System- It is enough to leave you speechless. It does not only indicates that you are a techno freak but also lift up the beauty of wall. There are many companies using the larger screen to enjoy the better resolutions. Tiled Screen System- They are liked by the people who wish to go along with the new age technology in order to impress their guests. It is ideal to choose in order to add WOW factor to your lounge.  Happy screening! We hope you enjoyed this informative read from Userful. The possibilities of video wall displays are endless...who knew? AP Amy Puchaty is a luxury real estate writer and communications specialist whose marketing campaigns and copywriting work have appeared in numerous print and digital publications including The Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, Inman News, The Denver Post, and Dallas Business Journal. Why Amy Puchaty? Because it’s selling season. Follow Amy at www.amypuchaty.com #AtHomeWithAmy #AmyPuchaty #LuxuryRealEstateWriter
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