Many experts this year are talking about a changing market with both positive and negative outlooks. Let’s be very clear: being successful in any profession requires a mixture of knowledge, skill, perception and the ability to judge when there is an opportunity and leveraging it. So whether you’re excited for the transitioning market or intimidated […]

Now that 2019 is well underway it’s time to dig into the current trends and discover the new ideas people are raving about this year. One big room to focus on in 2019? Bathrooms. These rooms are becoming your home within a home. You’ll see more products adopting smart technology to make your experience more […]

Think you know every psychology tip in the book? Well, working with luxury buyers might rearrange some of the things you thought you knew. Luxury buyers have a different mindset than many of those in the traditional market. Learning the psychology behind why luxury buyers are searching to buy or sell, and how they prioritize […]

Looking for a luxury getaway? A beautiful beach could be the perfect setting for relaxation and to create lasting memories with family and friends. Here are some of the most highly rated beaches in the world. Some are in established luxury markets while others represent emerging luxury for trendsetting vacationers.   5 Best beaches for […]

Working with affluent buyers can be incredibly rewarding but comes with its own set of challenges. Higher net worth individuals don’t always have the same set of motivations as traditional buyers. Not just that, but luxury markets require their own set of research. Whether you are new to working in more affluent markets or a […]

The final Luxury Market Report of 2018 takes a reflective look at the year’s luxury property market, its demographics and trends, and how these influences are now impacting change in the purchase of real estate by the high net-worth. December’s luxury property sales for North America (the US and Canada) show a decline in sales […]

In the November issue of The Institute’s Luxury Market Report one of the key topics was that luxury amenities were trending towards ‘wellness’ and that the ultra-wealthy are moving away from business as being their first priority to finding a place of ‘balance”.   In fact, in a recent Wealth-X report and in the upcoming January […]

Recently, we released “The Top Luxury Design Trends You Need to Know for 2019” in which we mentioned that Geometric Patterns are one of the hottest new trends for 2019. Below, we want to take a moment to illustrate some ways, both large and small, to bring this bold design into your home.   Subtle […]

When it comes to finding a Luxury Real Estate Professional, high net-worth buyers and sellers tend to be highly selective. Below, we’ve outlined just a few of the most important factors that a potential client will take into consideration when choosing their real estate adviser to help them sell or purchase a home.   The […]