Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. is pleased to announce the 2008 International Awards presented to sales associates for their production in the previous year.

Dawn Freeman of Coldwell Banker Holtan Real Estate earned the International Diamond Society Designation for 2008 based on her personal performance. This distinguished designation was awarded to the top 7 percent of all sales associates in the country.

Awarded the International Sterling Society Designation for 2008 were Sue Richards and Dave Springboard of Coldwell Banker Holtan Real Estate. Sterling Society designations are presented to the top 11 percent of all sales associates internationally by Coldwell Banker.

“The real estate industry experienced some downturns last year but Dawn, Sue and Dave, along with our other Coldwell Banker Holtan Real Estate agents, experienced great success in 2007. This is a real testament to the service and expertise they provide to their clients,” said Lynn Johnson, broker of Coldwell Banker Holtan Real Estate. “I congratulate them on their success.”

Coldwell Banker Holtan Real Estate is located at 305 S. Newton Ave. and has been an affiliate of the Coldwell Banker system for four years. All local real estate listings can be viewed at www.cbholtan.com, and the agents can be reached at 373-8963.

Freeman ranks first for Coldwell Banker in Minnesota

Dawn Freeman of Coldwell Banker Holtan Real Estate finished first in Minnesota for sales associates in total units sold for first quarter 2008 in the Coldwell Banker franchise system. Freeman ranked in the top 10 sales associates also for listing units, selling units and gross commissions for first quarter 2008.

“Dawn Freeman exemplifies the standards of excellence for which Coldwell Banker sales associates are known,” said Dave Sabby, northern regional director for Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. “It is an honor to recognize her as one of the top 10 sales associates in the state of Minnesota.”

Freeman has been a real estate professional for nine years and has experience working with buyers and sellers.

“She consistently gets high remarks from her clients on her professionalism and service she provides,” said Lynn Johnson, broker of Coldwell Banker Holtan Real Estate.

Coldwell Banker Holtan Real Estate is located at 305 S. Newton Ave. and can be reached at 373-8963. Freeman’s direct number is 383-1300.