HOUSTON – (July 18, 2008) – Setting yet another record this year, John Daugherty, Realtors – which has sold more than $8.5 billion in homes and estates since the turn of the century – reported the best June in the company’s 41-year history with sales of $123 million.“The impressive sales milestone included 26 transactions of $1 million or higher,” said John A. Daugherty, Jr., president of John Daugherty, Realtors. “Last month was our best June ever.”John Daugherty, Realtors is on track for another record-breaking year. In April, John Daugherty, Realtors had the best month in its 41-year history with sales of over $137 million with 180 transactions. From April 1, 2008 through June 30, we have sold over $371 million.“Our terrific sales records are made possible by our satisfied clients, our remarkably capable sales team, our well seasoned managers, and our highly efficient support staff. Those are some of the reasons why John Daugherty, Realtors is the market leader in the neighborhoods we serve,” added Daugherty.John Daugherty, Realtors was involved in 100% of the transactions of the 10 most expensive homes sold in Houston in 2007 and continues to be the leader in the $1 million and above market in Houston.John Daugherty, Realtors’ performance in June is another positive indicator of the economic conditions in Houston. “Thanks to a continuing strong economy, Houston’s real estate market remains steady,” said Daugherty. “Our economy has diversified significantly over the past two decades. We benefit from the world energy headquarters, the world class Texas Medical Center, and one of the nation’s largest ports. We are fortunate to be in this great city.”It comes as no surprise that John Daugherty, Realtors is so successful year after year after year. Home sellers want to do business with a firm that can maximize what they have to sell. Buyers want to patronize a company that has the best selection of homes.“With our market penetrations here and our exclusive national and international affiliations with Luxury Real Estate, Leading Estates of the World, and the Board of Regents as well as Luxury Portfolio and Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, we are able to market your home to a world-wide audience,” stated Daugherty.Daugherty added, “I couldn’t be more proud of the accomplishments our sales associates have made this year. They are knowledgeable professionals and understand today’s market in order to better serve their clients. It does matter with whom you list your home.”