Claude and Sandra Champagne joined Lang Realty five years ago, and in that time, have developed a flourishing business in the sales of country club and acreage estates in the greater Boca Raton-Delray Beach area. They are resident specialists in Addison Reserve Country Club, the community they now call home. The husband and wife team have already sold several homes in Addison Reserve, and eight homes of over $2 million each in the last two and one-half years. While they are proud of this special accomplishment, Claude and Sandra serve many customers in otherprice ranges, and their average home sale usually falls between $500,000 to $1,000,000.

Claude, who has over 19 years of experience in the real estate industry in Boca Raton, is originally from a small town outside of Quebec City and has lived in Boca Raton for over 22 years. When he first came to South Florida to visit his uncle, Claude fell in love with the area and decided to stay. He only spoke French and had to quickly adapt to find a job.

Before Claude obtained his real estate license in 1986, he worked in construction and traveled the world on cruise ships as a DJ. He created his very first job in America through unique circumstances, despite speaking little English. Claude stopped at the same convenience store every day for breakfast while looking for work. One day, when no one was behind the counter to help, he started serving customers himself. He couldn't speak English but he was good with numbers so he guessed the prices of items. When the owner arrived nearly three hours later, Claude was hired on the spot.

Claude and Sandra have continued to earn an empeccable reputation with the integrity, honesty and hard work. Scott Agran, president of Lang Realty, said that the Champagnes have a solid referral business, and a professional style, demeanor and personality that are first class.

Claude said they decided to join Lang Realty because the company has a reputation that is unsurpassed in the community. "We enjoy working for a leading independent agency that provides outstanding support in every facet of the buesiness, from their office staff and marketing resources to office locations. They foster an environment of cooperation, teamwork and success that helps us flourish and grow. The broker doesn't compete with his Realtors, and can offer undivided attention, accessibility and support. We are quite impressed with the team they have assembled and the direction in which the company is headed."

"We are proud of the fact that more than 95 percent of our business comes from referrals."