Smith Mountain Lake, VA (October 30, 2008) – Prudential Waterfront Properties announced that Cat VerSluis, REALTOR®, has earned the professional designation, “Fine Homes Specialist,” conferred by Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., a Prudential Financial [NYSE: PRU] company.

VerSluis received the designation by meeting the professional standards set by Prudential Real Estate for sales professionals who successfully list, market and transact sales of Fine Homes. The Brand’s definition of a Fine Home is a residence valued within the top 10 percent of its respective marketplace. This exclusive designation was established in 1997 to define professional quality standards within the Prudential Real Estate Network and to recognize the level of specialized knowledge, experience and skills required by affluent clientele.

VerSluis has over 28 years of professional sales experience. VerSluis became a licensed REALTOR® in 1985 and has been a consistent award winning agent and leader in sales. VerSluis is also a licensed real estate broker in the state of Virginia.

For media inquiries or questions, call Christopher Finley, Director of Marketing, at (540) 721-5288 or visit www.smithmtnlake.com.

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Prudential Waterfront Properties markets property throughout Smith Mountain Lake and the surrounding areas. As members of the Multiple Listing Service, Prudential Waterfront Properties REALTORS® are able to assist buyers and sellers with all listed properties in a variety of price ranges and locations throughout the lake and surrounding areas. Prudential Waterfront Properties REALTORS® are consistent leaders in sales as well as customer and client service. Visit online at www.smithmtnlake.com.
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Smith Mountain Lake, VA (October 6, 2008) – Catherine Daniel, Principal Broker for Prudential Waterfront Properties, earned the prestigious Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) Designation presented by the Council of Real Estate Brokerage Managers (Council). The CRB is recognized industry-wide as the measure of success for real estate brokers and managers. Daniel earned the designation by completing a comprehensive program combining experience with management education.

The Council is a not-for-profit affiliate of the National Association of REALTORS® with almost 7,000 members in North America. Innovative and result-oriented programs, products, and services are continually being developed to enhance the productivity and profitability of Council members.

Daniel became a licensed REALTOR® in 2001 and has served as Principal Broker with Prudential Waterfront Properties since 2004. Since then, Daniel has earned both the “Fine Homes Specialist” and e-Certified designations conferred by Prudential Real Estate Affiliates. In addition to her real estate sales experience, Daniel has been a licensed real estate appraiser since 1995. Daniel is a member of the National Association of REALTORS®, Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS® and Smith Mountain Lake Chamber of Commerce. A native of Lynchburg, Daniel graduated from E.C. Glass and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Lynchburg College. Daniel lives at Smith Mountain Lake with her son, Davis.

For more information, contact the Council of Real Estate Brokerage Managers at (800) 621-8738 or visit online at www.crb.com.

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