James Bell

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Jim Bell is a nationally recognized leader in luxury real estate, currently serving as Executive Vice President and Global Advisor at TTR Sothebys International Realty. With over thirty years of experience and a career total exceeding $1.2 billion in closed real estate and mortgage banking transactions, Jims expertise spans residential and commercial sales, development, and mortgage banking. He is also the former CEO of Beasley Real Estate and previously led First Union Bank's Mortgage Division, where he developed a strong foundation in finance and mortgage-backed securities. Jim holds broker licenses in Washington, D.C., Virginia and Georgia, and boasts an impressive luxury sales record in premier markets, including Atlanta, Buckhead, Washington, D.C., New York, Palm Beach, and London. His achievements have earned him consistent recognition as one of the Top Agents by Washingtonian Magazine and repeated inclusion in the Wall Street Journal and REAL Trends America's Best Real Estate Agents lists. Jim is frequently sought after by the national press for his insights on luxury real estate trends, including interviews and features in The New York Times. He has served two terms on the Board of Trustees for the Washington National Opera/Kennedy Center and is a former board member of The George Town Club. He was recently appointed to the Governing Board of the Washington Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, underscoring his influence and leadership in the industry. Jim's philanthropic work includes major support for Food & Friends, Martha's Table, the Kalorama and Georgetown Citizens Associations, and Mitchell Park in Kalorama. He is also a former board member of the Starlight Childrens Foundation MidAtlantic and continues to support a range of local and national causes. A native of Atlanta, Jims passion for real estate is rooted in a family legacy that spans mortgage banking, brokerage, and development. Known for his client-focused approach, financial expertise, and commitment to excellence, Jim is a member of the Georgetown Citizens Association and the Greater Capital Area Association of Realtors, setting the standard for luxury real estate professionals in the nations capital and beyond.

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