The luxury lifestyle isn’t just about looking great anymore. It’s about feeling great, too. Of course, the world’s affluent still want jaw-dropping properties with inspiring views, but they’re also looking for more substance. In today’s fast-paced world, they also want homes that can challenge them physically, calm them mentally, and keep them centered. As a […]

For luxury homebuyers, the desire to purchase a home requiring renovations is becoming a thing of the past. Today’s affluent real estate shoppers are looking for turnkey, move-in ready properties with all of the amenities and none of the extra work. And it looks like that’s not changing any time soon. According to a forecast […]

Many real estate agents and brokers talk about the beginning of their career, and the frustration they felt when they realized that the things they learned for the license exam had little to do with the day-to-day practice of real estate. A lack of knowledge can breed a sense of insecurity, making it difficult to […]

Tourist spots like Disney World or the Eiffel Tower might cut it for the average traveler, but for the world’s affluent, it’s all about the experience of escape. These upper echelon travelers want exclusivity when they vacation—hidden, tucked-away and off-the-beaten-path destinations that are big on experience but still cater to their sophisticated palates. We’ve taken […]

One of the most difficult decisions a real estate agent needs to make is when to put a listing on the market. However, putting too much emphasis on timing as opposed to determining the appropriate price of the listing can be counterproductive and result in listings staying on the market for months. We talked to […]

When it comes to selling luxury real estate, photography is king. It’s what can inspire a buyer to bookmark a listing (and eventually tour it), and it’s what can garner media attention or even get a listing featured in local magazines, on the web or in exclusive print publications. For far-off foreign and relocation buyers, […]

A big part of life as a real estate agent is getting out and about in the community, looking for places where you can plug in and be of service. The majority of your service to your community must remain in the assistance of buyers and sellers with their real estate needs. But leveraging opportunities […]

The Luxury Real Estate Market in North America continues to grow, seeing shifts not only in the luxury market but in the overall market, finding its new norm and slowing from the fast-paced seller’s market of years past. The Trending Experience In Luxury Real Estate While each market certainly has its own nuances, one trend […]

Want to see and be seen with your affluent clients? One of the simplest ways to start building a network is to participate in recreational activities that high net worth individuals are attracted to. Networking isn’t just about connecting on LinkedIn or through luxury events. You can establish and grow strong connections by joining people […]

In the last twenty years, many retailers have seen their business model turned upside down. The giant mega-malls that defined so much of the culture and the commercial landscape a generation ago has been replaced by straight-to-your-door, fashion on-demand online shopping.  Into this vacuum, specialty retailers have moved, creating brands sustained by smaller niches thanks […]