Palisades land listings soar — with 750 more projected to hit market
Vacant lot listings that have hit the market in the past few weeks are often receiving dozens of inquiries. As of Monday, about 2 dozen lots had been listed, an analysis of Zillow listings indicates
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 24
Wildfires don't discriminate, but people do. Fight back with fairness
As real estate first responders, Dr. Lee Davenport writes, let us be mindful to fight fire with fairness and fair housing in mind
by Lee Davenport Jan 17
Moves and shakeups made 2024 a big year for real estate reality TV
The reality TV landscape saw some major shifts in 2024 as legacies departed the space and new strong players emerged. Here's a rundown of the highlights and what we're watching for in 2025
Reality star Jason Oppenheim's kickback scandal: The Download
Can the 'Selling Sunset' star bounce back from kickback accusations, or will they take a toll on his professional reputation?
by Christy Murdock Dec 14
Jason Oppenheim identified as mystery broker in kickback plot
In lawsuits filed this fall, Douglas Elliman accused escrow employees of concocting a commission-sharing scheme with the 'star of a reality television show' but stopped short of naming Oppenheim
Enough already with policing women's wardrobes: Real Talk
Opinion
Too often, women turn on each other instead of lifting each other up, Rachael Hite writes. Let's stop looking for ways to criticize our fellow agents for how they look or what they wear
by Rachael Hite Sep 30
The top 35 agents in Hollywood today are still setting records
LA's top luxury agents are continuing to sell at staggering heights despite a variety of market factors working against them, all while keeping temperamental celebrity clients happy
by Lillian Dickerson Sep 18
'Selling Sunset' drops Season 8 on Friday — and tea is already spilling
After the cast saw screeners of the new season, some took to social media in protest of so-called 'lies' making the final cut. Jason Oppenheim said the group dynamic keeps viewers returning
Kanye's deconstructed Malibu pad goes under contract
The waterfront home was first listed for $53M in January and discounted to $39M in April. The new owner will need to do extensive work since the interior has been stripped of all finishes
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 31
Will flashy gifts and open houses end once commissions decouple?
Based on conversations with luxury agents across both coasts, there's still a lot of uncertainty about how far-reaching the changes that come with commissions decoupling may be
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 30
New Trixie Mattel series features real estate celeb cameos
Christine Quinn and a number of other stars are set to make an appearance on 'Trixie Motel: Drag Me Home,' a new HGTV series that premieres on Max on June 1
by Lillian Dickerson May 24
Kanye West asks $53M for windowless home sans electricity
West has abandoned a remodeling job on the Tadao Ando-designed property after getting sued by a live-in contractor and caretaker in September for allegedly forcing him to work 16 hours per day
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 21
'Selling Sunset' Season 7 drops on Netflix on Friday
A trailer for the new season of the real estate reality TV series suggests broker Jason Oppenheim feels his LA office's agents have slacked off while 'the agents in the OC work their asses off'
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 31
Hollywood's top 35 luxury real estate agents, revealed
It takes a highly qualified real estate agent to perform at the level that many celebrities demand. Here are the top ones serving Hollywood today, according to 'The Hollywood Reporter'
by Lillian Dickerson Sep 29
Get to know these 'Selling the OC' agents in their own words
Opinion
Want the Real Tea on ‘Selling the OC’? We asked The O Group agents to share 3 things most people don't know about them. Here are the Netflix stars’ fun facts, along with personal pictures
by Dani Vanderboegh Sep 14