8 main takeaways from Sotheby’s 2024 Luxury Outlook Report

Sustainability, global policy and technology are some of the biggest luxury topics going into 2024, according to the report released on Wednesday. CMO Bradley Nelson also said luxury agents should keep growing their networks to succeed in the new year. Continue reading

7 ways to avoid taxes on real estate investments

Investing in real estate doesn’t have to bring a big tax bill. In fact, there are plenty of ways to minimize your taxes while making healthy returns. Here are the top seven. Continue reading

LA City Council approves $150M in ‘mansion tax’ allocations

Funds will go to short-term emergency rental assistance, eviction defense, tenant outreach and education, direct cash assistance for low-income seniors and individuals with disabilities, tenant protections and affordable housing development, according … Continue reading

Texas surged during COVID. Now, its luxury markets are being tested

Droves of people have flocked to Texas for new jobs, tax and affordability purposes, and political reasons, and the demand from this new class of wealthy buyers is stretching the state’s luxury inventory thin. Continue reading

Lone Star lawmakers pass ‘largest property tax cut in Texas history’

The deal raises the amount homeowners can exempt from the taxable value of their properties from $40,000 to $100,000, ensuring Texas will remain among the fastest growing states in the U.S. Continue reading

Anthony Marguleas: LA ‘Mansion Tax’ is ‘devastating’ the market

Inman recently caught up with Marguleas to discuss his company’s new venture in Dallas, the effects of the LA ‘Mansion Tax’ and what he’s looking forward to at this year’s ICLV event. Continue reading

RLTY Capital launches suite of agent Success Services

Agents who sign on can access legal structuring and advisory services, a network of industry thought leaders, accountants, wealth managers and a variety of courses — including some by “Sell It Like Serhant.” Continue reading

5 housing proposals on midterm ballots — and how they shook out

In dozens of communities across the U.S., affordable housing was on the ballot in the midterms. Here’s how some of the biggest proposals did as results were still being tallied. Continue reading

11 how-tos to help you plan your tax season

Running your own business comes with a slew of rules, regulations and obligations. As a new agent, it’s critical to keep your finances in check and prepare for taxes from the get-go. We’ve rounded up our top resources to help you get ahead of what’s co… Continue reading

At a glance: Expenses agents should be tracking from the get-go

As we enter the fourth quarter, now’s the time to get your finances in order for Tax Day. Here’s a quick look at what is and isn’t deductible as you prepare for tax season in real estate. Continue reading