(LAKE TAHOE, Nevada ) – South Tahoe Realty, formerly affiliated with a national franchise, will have a powerful new ally and a new name this week as it merges into Chase International, the most prominent real estate company based in Lake Tahoe . South Tahoe Realty will now be called Chase International South Tahoe Realty and continues to be led by broker Doug Rosner.Rosner is a 31-year resident of South Lake Tahoe and has operated the former franchise office since 1983. Rosner has grown the company into one of the leading real estate firms in South Lake Tahoe . The merger with Chase International will bring 20 additional highly trained and professional agents under the Chase umbrella.“The fact that Chase International is locally owned with extensive name recognition in the region made this a compelling partnership,” Rosner said. “We share the same high standards when it comes to client services and producing results. It’s an ideal match for our office to continue its growth.”Rosner also noted Chase’s superior marketing program and predominant standing in the luxury home market as key factors in the merger. “This is a step up for our agents, who will receive a much higher level of exposure for clients under the Chase brand. Chase’s reputation for delivering million-dollar service to buyers and sellers in all price ranges dovetails perfectly with our widely recognized, award-winning quality service.”For Chase International, the new South Lake Tahoe office will complete a circle around the lake. The company has built a significant presence in the region with offices in Zephyr Cove, Glenbrook, Incline Village and Tahoe City . Chase also has offices in Truckee, Reno and London .“We’re thrilled to be working with Doug and his agents while expanding our services in the South Lake Tahoe area,” Shari Chase, president and CEO of Chase International, said. “Doug has a stellar reputation and work ethic, with a business structure that fits Chase seamlessly. The new company will bring a powerful resource to both buyers and sellers in the community.”In addition to benefiting from the Chase brand recognition, the new Chase International South Tahoe Realty agents will benefit from Chase’s integrated marketing tools, professional development opportunities though the Chase Academy , the Chase Relocation Department and professional affiliations.The new Chase International South Tahoe Realty will remain in its present, 25 year location at 2074 Lake Tahoe Blvd., Suite 6, across from Staples at the “Y”.Founded in 1986, Chase International is a longstanding exclusive member of Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate and Leading Estates of the World. Chase is also an elected member of the Board of Regents for luxury real estate and is an exclusive member of the Artisan Group, comprised of the Bay Area’s top firms. Chase’s membership in the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, and its luxury arm, Luxury Portfolio, further positions the organization as an industry authority and provides a full range of relocation services and a strong referral network.Chase International also utilizes its membership opportunities in the National Association of Realtors International Division, Woman's Council of Realtors and the International Real Estate Federation (an international network in 60 countries serving all disciplines of real estate). For more information, contact Shari Chase at 866-233-7111 or Doug Rosner at 530 544 2121. Visit the company website at www.chaseinternational.com.