When working with buyers, one of the first things you probably ask about is their wishlist for a new home. You may talk about such things as layout, size, and neighborhood amenities. However, for some buyers, a specific architectural style is at the top of the list. In that case, a solid grasp of some […]

Our members are some of the most talented and hard-working real estate professionals in the business. After completing extensive training at our live or online trainings, Institute members are uniquely equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to support affluent clients’ real estate needs. To demonstrate just how exceptional our members are, we are introducing […]

Have you been considering an investment in high-end real estate? There are many different investment strategies that could factor into your decision to purchase a high-end property. As opposed to the traditional market home, high-end real estate provides a unique opportunity to establish a trademark family gathering place, and the right real estate investment can […]

There are a number of hidden gems on the market that could be life-changing for the right buyer. Unconventional properties offer a creative twist to the luxury real estate market, as a strange story, combined with luxurious details, makes for some of the most astonishing and lavish homes available today. Not in the market for […]

Not all luxury markets in North America are created the same, but this month’s Luxury Market Report reveals that outside influences such as global economic uncertainty, social trends in desirability and financial considerations do affect the affluent’s buying decisions. Trying to predict what will happen in the luxury real estate market is a hard task, […]

While every real estate professional has his or her unique qualities and habits, there are some common habits and tendencies that many successful upper-tier real estate professionals share. In fact, it is possessing these habits that contribute to their success. However, formulating a new habit into your daily life is not a “one and done” […]

Being a mother is a full-time job, but for moms who work in real estate, especially upper-tier real estate, it can feel like having two full-time jobs at once! This Mother’s Day, show the real estate professional/mother in your life your appreciation with these eight gift ideas. For the real estate mom/wine enthusiast Whether she’s […]

Summarizing the best features of a property with real estate descriptions is just as important as great photography. Writing in a friendly-yet-professional tone is a challenge in itself, let alone creating a hooky introduction that leaves the reader wanting to learn more about the property. Though writing real estate descriptions can be daunting, especially for […]

Millennials are known to shake things up, and the upper-tier real estate market is no exception. A recent report published by Engel & Völkers found that affluent millennials have a different perception of what constitutes “luxury” compared to previous generations. In this report entitled “Meet H.E.N.R.Y.: Influencing the Next Generation of Wealth,” Engel & Völkers […]

Most people dream of having the finer things in life, but people don’t often talk about how to store them. Luxury items often require specialized care, whether it be a temperature-controlled storage space or customizing an existing feature of your home to better suit your storage needs, you’ll likely need to put some extra thought […]