The 15 priciest home sales of 2025 so far are pretty huge
Properties on this year's list reaffirm that ultra-luxury buyers have little concern over owning homes in areas prone to natural disasters since they have the means to rebuild, if necessary
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 24
Douglas Elliman dragged to court amid wrongful termination claim
A former employee of Portfolio Escrow — a firm Douglas Elliman acquired in 2020 — says she was fired after raising concerns. But the company accused the former employee of embezzlement
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 21
Foreign buyer property purchases in the US rose 33% from last year
Chinese and Canadian buyers make up the largest portion of international buyers. Median purchase price for foreign buyers hit a new record high at $494,400, according to NAR's report
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 15
Why high-end buyers are still spending big on luxury real estate
High-net-worth consumers are still purchasing houses as they seek strategic investments and relative safety amid tumultuous times
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 15
Jade Mills advises new agents not to neglect Sunday open houses
The luxury real estate vet spoke with Inman about market trends, tips for newbie agents, how to handle difficult clients and more in advance of her appearance at Luxury Connect in San Diego
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 11
SERHANT. expands operations into the Washington DC metro area
This marks the luxury firm's 2nd new market of 2025. It launches with more than 30 agents, led by Principal Broker Maryanne Moyers and founding agents MJ Frazier, Lizzy Conroy, Antonio Nguyen
Luxury market 'as strong as ever' despite broader slowness
It has been a challenging year for many real estate agents contending with a volatile economy, but the luxury market has remained resilient in the face of uncertainty
In a heavy M&A landscape, Rod Watson says he's staying indie
The luxury brokerage founder shared thoughts on the market, challenges of serving elite clients, potential business expansion thoughts and what he's looking forward to at Connect San Diego
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 30
New Florida condo laws poised to ease buyer affordability stress
The 2 laws provide more generous timelines for condo associations and potential homebuyers on inspections and the reviewing of documents, among other measures, which should ease assessments that can negatively impact homeowners and buyers
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 27
High-net-worths find safe harbor in real estate: Sotheby's Realty
A steady course is predicted for luxury real estate through year's end, the firm's mid-year luxury report said, creating 'compelling opportunities for strategic homebuyers and sellers'
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 25
Cash prevails as king when it comes to luxury
According to Coldwell Banker, luxury real estate agents can expect 'smart luxury,' move-up buyers, and cash purchases to impact the market in the months ahead
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 25
Christie's Real Estate expands into Traverse City, Michigan
The firm's new office, overseen by broker Ken Kleinrichert, will open in July on South Union Street. Top producers Molly Buttleman and Lydia Wiley will serve as key agents leading sales for the office
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 20
Fire-scarred CA neighborhoods 'not even close' to bottoming out
Amalfi Estates owner Anthony Marguleas said listings are slowing down and prices have been dropping, but there's plenty of room to fall in the Pacific Palisades
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 20
24-year-old Twitch streamer Adin Ross buys $26M Florida mansion
The controversial Grand Theft Auto streamer secured the 10-acre property with a $12.7M mortgage. The sellers are aerospace executives who built a new home on the estate in 2024
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 18
Lake Homes Realty branches out with new firm for mountain homes
The standalone brokerage will service clients across 21 states to start, with a focus on homes at elevation, with a mountain view, or those within a community shaped by the mountains
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 18