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Douglas Elliman Expands to California Wine Country with Global Real Estate Advisors and Top Producing Agents Christine Krenos and Joseph Zichelle
Douglas Elliman Realty, the preeminent luxury real estate brokerage in the United States, today announced its expansion into Northern California's coveted Wine Country, establishing a strong presence across the Napa and Sonoma markets. The move is cemented by two globally renowned real estate advisors, Christine Krenos and Joseph Zichelle, who join the firm following nine years together at Compass.
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