Times names ‘modern farmhouse’ defining residential style of 2020s

The modern farmhouse, with its black and white exterior, board and batten, and classic interior is the style of the moment. Its rise coincides with a yearning for simpler times. Continue reading

The Agency 2022 Red Paper: A softening, but still strong market

“The key takeaway is this,” CEO Mauricio Umansky said of this year’s report. “Housing remains a primary investment for the world’s most affluent citizens and a safe hedge against inflation.” Continue reading

Millennial art buyers, ‘toe dipping’ and the return of staycations: 8 summer trends you need to know

The rise of the millennial art collector, testing the waters in a new locale and vacationing closer to home are all trends luxury real estate agents are seeing from their clients moving into summer. Continue reading

Seller’s market is here to stay — but with fewer luxury buyers in 2022

“There will be more luxury sellers in 2022 than in 2021, and while there will be fewer actual luxury buyers, it is still a seller’s market,” the president of Luxury Portfolio International predicts. Continue reading

How do male luxury agents stay svelte? Hint: Don’t rule out Spanx

Luxury agents will tell you there’s an expectation to maintain an appearance that evokes a particular lifestyle. Will Spanx for male agents be the next step? Continue reading

The top things we learned about luxury at ICLV 2021

From where the market is headed to how to succeed with authenticity in marketing and branding, this year’s Luxury Connect packed a punch. Inman unpacks the event. Continue reading

16 luxury buying and selling trends you can’t ignore

The way we live, work and play has significantly changed over the past year or so, and these shifts will continue to drive luxury consumer behavior as far as how and where they choose to live. Here are a few trends you need to be ready for. Continue reading

What today’s ultra-luxury buyers want might surprise you

There’s a tectonic shift taking place in the ultra-luxury market that may leave many of today’s mega-mansions languishing on the market. In fact, the very amenities that many people have valued in the past, may make their property worth less, rather th… Continue reading