Douglas Elliman's top agents
After decades in a competitive market, word got around that few can best Dina Goldentayer's prowess in managing elite luxury home sales in Miami. Here's how she does it
Design trends and tips to help your listing fly off the market in 2026
Restraint, a focus on nature and the outdoors, and good staging will help luxury agents and their clients close the deal in 2026
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 30
A year in real estate marked by power grabs and a wave of change
As the industry transitioned into a new era, big-player power moves, shifting rates, reform at NAR, technology advancements and more made 2025 another consequential year for real estate
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 30
luxury home staging
New Inman contributor Julian Buckner of Vesta Home talks staging, scaling and the complexity of styling a 22K-square-foot Bel-Air property
by Julian Buckner Dec 30
Take a look back at the top 5 real estate news stories of 2025
Compass, Zillow and the National Association of Realtors all dominated headlines in 2025 thanks to big M&A deals, battles over private listings and more
by Dani Vanderboegh Dec 29
luxury real estate outlook
After a turbulent 2025, luxury real estate expert Michael Valdes writes that the market has entered a golden era. Here’s why 2026 marks a turning point
by Michael Valdes Dec 29
The moves and shakeups that'll shape real estate reality TV in 2026
Opinion
The real estate reality TV landscape changed vastly this year. Inman’s Dani Vanderboegh breaks down the show cancellations, cast shakeups and drama that’s sure to carry over into 2026
by Dani Vanderboegh Dec 26
The priciest home sales of 2025 pushed the boundaries of luxury
Concentrated in Florida and California, the year's biggest residential sales featured high-profile buyers eager to secure investments with ample square footage, pedigree and prime locations
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 26
Owning Manhattan Season 2
Netflix’s ‘Owning Manhattan’ gives viewers an inside peek at some of the most stunning posh listings in New York City. Here’s a closer look at our top picks from the latest season
by Dani Vanderboegh Dec 24
How 2 friends created 1 of the top women-led teams in New York City
Through long-term planning, persistence and good relationships, Alli Chiaramonte and Tania Friedland have created a high-powered small team climbing its way to the top of NYC's market
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 24
Spread cheer: How brokerages are giving back this holiday season
Whether through coat and toy drives, donations or other charitable events, real estate firms across the US and Canada shared with Inman the myriad ways they give back
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 24
Adam Hofer Hamptons real estate
Find out how this Hamptons agent balances a demanding business with real downtime and how that shapes his approach to his professional and personal lives
by Christy Murdock Dec 24
Bonneau Ansley
By changing and setting new goals, building an excellent team and crafting new skillsets, Bonneau Ansley continues to grow his business consistently
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 22
Los Angeles broker, CEO and SoCal luxury icon John Aaroe dies
Aaroe, who founded John Aaroe & Associates and the John Aaroe Group, was known as a cherished mentor and guiding light to Southern California agents. He passed away at the age of 73
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 19
ultra-high-net-worth real estate
Negotiating at the highest level is not about tactics alone, Mauricio Umansky writes. It is about psychology, patience and emotional discipline
by Mauricio Umansky Dec 18
Douglas Elliman brings on industry marketing leader for rebrand
As the luxury brokerage continues to work on a comprehensive rebrand, it has welcomed back Natalie Passerini as chief marketing officer. Passerini joined after Stephanie Garbarini left the firm this week
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 17