Smith Mountain Lake, VA (January 26, 2007) – Prudential Waterfront Properties announced that Dana Montgomery, ABR, GRI, REALTOR®, has earned the professional designation, “Fine Homes Specialist,” conferred by Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., a Prudential Financial [NYSE: PRU] company.

Montgomery received the designation by meeting the professional standards set by Prudential Real Estate for sales professionals who successfully list, market and transact sales of Fine Homes. The Brand’s definition of a Fine Home is a residence valued within the top 10 percent of its respective marketplace. This exclusive designation was established in 1997 to define professional quality standards within the Prudential Real Estate Network and to recognize the level of specialized knowledge, experience and skills required by affluent clientele.

Montgomery has over sixteen years of professional sales experience. Montgomery became a licensed REALTOR® in 2003 and has become an award winning agent and consistent leader in sales. During her career with Prudential Waterfront Properties, Montgomery has become e-Certified and earned multiple real estate certifications including the Accredited Buyers Representative® (ABR), Graduate of Real Estate Institute (GRI) and the Resort and Recreation Specialist. Montgomery also achieved the Diamond, Platinum and “Rookie of the Year” awards from the RVAR and landed in Prudential’s prestigious President’s Circle.

For media inquiries or questions, call Christopher Finley, Director of Marketing, at (540) 721-5288 or visit www.smithmtnlake.com.