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CARMEL, Calif. - June 21, 2006 - Prudential Real Estate Affiliates has announced first quarter 2006 awards. Prudential California Realty in Carmel, California, has placed first in the entire western region for residential gross commission income for real estate offices of 20 agents or less. The western region includes all offices west of the Mississippi, including Alaska and Hawaii.

"We're proud of everyone in our boutique office," said William L. Smith, broker/owner. "Everyone contributes to the culture here. We have a fabulous staff that generates enthusiasm and support. The environment allows our agents to do tremendous work and achieve outstanding results."

Smith shared some of the credit for winning the prestigious award to the clients of Prudential California Realty. "We've been excited about our success during a time when the market is cooling off. We want to thank all of our clients for their business and referrals. We couldn't have done it without them."

Prudential Financial's real estate group is one of the largest real estate brokerage franchise networks in North America, with more than 1,800 franchise offices. For more information about Prudential California Realty, please call 831.622.1500 or visit www.prudentialcarmel.com.

Prudential California Realty manages residential and commercial real estate transactions in Monterey County, specializing in fine homes, equestrian properties, and estates. The company was founded in September 1989, and since then has earned a host of honors for outstanding real estate sales and service. Independently owned and operated, Prudential California Realty became an affiliate of the Prudential Real Estate franchise network in 1999. Prudential California Realty is located in the Fleur de Ville building at 7th and Dolores in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, and at 659 Abrego Street in Monterey, California. For more information, please call 831.622.1500.