ANNAPOLIS, MD | November 13, 2026 — Brad Kappel, Principal of the Brad Kappel Team at TTR Sotheby’s International Realty, has been recognized among Sotheby’s International Realty’s Top 100 Advisors & Teams Worldwide for the fifth consecutive year, earning this distinction every year since the recognition program began in 2022.
The prestigious honor recognizes exceptional performance within Sotheby’s International Realty's global network of more than 26,000 real estate advisors.
The 2026 Top 100 celebration took place Thursday, November 12, in New York City, beginning with a cocktail reception at Sotheby’s, 945 Madison Avenue, surrounded by works from the Blaquier-Arrieta Collection. The evening continued with an exclusive dinner at Marcel, honoring distinguished advisors and teams from across the Sotheby’s International Realty global network. Among those in attendance were Robert Reffkin, Founder and Chairman of Compass International Holdings, and Philip A. White Jr., Executive Chairman of Sotheby’s International Realty, underscoring the significance of this global recognition and the leadership represented at the celebration.
Five Years of Global Recognition, Built on Local Expertise
A third-generation Annapolitan with more than 18 years of real estate experience, Kappel has established himself as a leading authority on luxury and waterfront real estate throughout Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, Maryland's Eastern Shore, and the Chesapeake Bay region.
His expertise in waterfront property valuation, strategic marketing, complex transactions, and high-value negotiations has helped establish the Brad Kappel Team as Maryland's No. 1 real estate team.
The team earned the No. 22 national ranking among small real estate teams by sales volume in the 2026 RealTrends Verified rankings, while ranking No. 1 in Maryland.
Brad Kappel and Daniel Heider attend the Top 100 Sotheby's International Realty Gala in New York City, November 12, 2026. Both agents were recognized for their outstanding achievements with TTR Sotheby's International Realty, placing in the Top 100 Sotheby's agents worldwide.
Another Record-Setting Year on the Chesapeake Bay
The Brad Kappel Team has surpassed $300 million in sales and properties under contract year-to-date in 2026.
Among its notable achievements is the $8 million sale of 7328 Kent Point Road in Stevensville, establishing a new residential sales record on Kent Island and surpassing the team's previous $7 million record.
The team also celebrated the opening of its new West Annapolis headquarters, reinforcing its long-term investment in the community and commitment to serving clients throughout the Chesapeake Bay region.
While Kappel receives the individual recognition, the distinction reflects the combined expertise and dedication of the entire Brad Kappel Team. Through collaborative representation, strategic property marketing, and personalized client service, the team continues to deliver exceptional results across Maryland's luxury real estate market.
The fifth consecutive Top 100 honor further strengthens the team's standing within Sotheby’s International Realty's international referral network, connecting Chesapeake Bay real estate expertise with buyers, sellers, and leading advisors around the world.
About the Brad Kappel Team
Led by Brad Kappel, the Brad Kappel Team at Sotheby’s International Realty specializes in luxury residential real estate, waterfront estates, and distinctive properties throughout Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and the Chesapeake Bay. Ranked No. 1 in Maryland and No. 22 nationally among small teams by sales volume in the 2026 RealTrends Verified rankings, the team combines deep local expertise with the global reach of Sotheby’s International Realty.
Learn more at BradKappel.com or contact Brad Kappel at 410.279.9476.
