Kent real estate broker Mark Thorne has been named a Five Star Real Estate Agent for 2016, Coldwell Banker Bain announced Wednesday.

“We are extremely proud that Mark has been recognized by Five Star Professional,” said Mike Grady, CB Bain president and COO. “It points directly to our hard work to provide continuous broker education and other resources that help him provide the best possible service to his clients.”

Five Star Professional recognizes a select group of Seattle-area real estate brokers who provide quality services to their clients, and less than 7 percent of real estate brokers were selected.

The Five Star Real Estate Agent award program is the largest and most widely published real estate agent award program in North America. Agents are measured using an objective, in-depth research methodology with significant focus on customer feedback and overall satisfaction.

“The home buying and selling process can be very stressful. Five Star Professional works hard to identify those outstanding real estate agents that can make all of the difference. Five Star Real Estate Agents are experienced professionals that get top marks from their clients and get results,” Josh Kimball, VP marketing, Five Star Professional.

For more information, visit fivestarprofessional.com and coldwellbankerbain.com.