Daniel Island, SC (March 7, 2014) - Daniel Island Real Estate is expanding its reach and strengthening its brand with new affiliations in two prestigious real estate networks. The top selling real estate agency on Daniel Island is now a member of the Luxury Real Estate and Leverage Global Partners networks. Both networks represent the finest luxury real estate brokers around the globe, known for their proven expertise in the marketing and sale of luxury properties in their specific markets. As a member of these networks, Daniel Island Real Estate will be promoted as the premier authority on Daniel Island to a broad range of luxury real estate agents and buyers around the world. “It is an honor to be joining these two networks of elite industry peers, “ said Rick Vale, Daniel Island Real Estate’s Broker-in-Charge. “These affiliations would not be possible without the hard work of our team. We're particularly proud of their achievements in this year's local Realtors of Distinction awards," he added. Eight of the 11 sales associates at Daniel Island Real Estate are ranked among the Top Ten listing and selling agents on Daniel Island in the “Realtors of Distinction” award administered by the Charleston Trident Association of Realtors: Carey Tipple, Brian Connolly, Brenda Cook, Meg Latour, Angie Johnson, Rick Horger, Meryl Cromarty, and Sally Castengera. “Realtors of Distinction” represent the top 10% of Charleston Realtors performing in a specific market. In addition, seven of the company’s sales associates ranked among the top 10% of Realtors in the entire Charleston region (out of approximately 4,000 Reators). About Luxury Real Estate Known in the industry since 1986 as the “Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate” network, Luxury Real Estate showcases a global collection of the finest luxury real estate brokers in the world. To be eligible for membership, firms must list and sell in the top ten percent of their market and demonstrate proven expertise in the marketing and sale of luxury properties. With representatives in more than 85 countries, the network collectively sells in excess of $190 billion of real estate annually. For further information visit www.luxuryrealestate.com. About Leverage Global Partners Leverage Global Partners aligns the most prestigious independent real estate brokerage firms from around the world – only one exclusive member per community – creating a global network of professionals that serve the relocation needs of homebuyers and sellers, nationally and internationally. Members of the Leverage Global Partners network are sourced and vetted for their high standards of exceptional client service, as well as their local market expertise and presence. For further information visit www.leveragere.com. About Daniel Island Real Estate Daniel Island Real Estate is the leader for residential real estate sales on Charleston's Daniel Island, offering the largest inventory of new and resale homes, homesites, townhomes and condominiums within this 4,000-acre award-winning master planned community. An affiliate of Daniel Island’s master developer, the company focuses exclusively on Daniel Island property. The Daniel Island Real Estate sales office, overlooking the Wando River, is the only real estate office on the island and a first stop for visitors seeking information about Charleston's island town.