LPT Aperture Holdings acquires Humaniz and Reside

With the acquisition, all companies will remain independent when it comes to operations, and will retain their current leadership. Humaniz and Reside will also continue to be available to teams at any brokerage in the industry. Continue reading

Luxury real estate 2026 outlook: A new era of precision, global mobility and intelligent growth

After a year of volatility, luxury real estate has emerged more disciplined, global and data-driven. Here’s why 2026 marks a turning point for elite markets, ultra-wealthy buyers and agents who operate without borders. Continue reading

Why the Compass-Anywhere merger won’t be real estate’s LVMH

Distinct brands that serve a variety of real estate market price points are required for the Compass-Anywhere merger to be effective, Michael Valdes writes. Continue reading

LPT Holdings launches luxury firm Aperture Global Real Estate

Robert Palmer, Michael Valdes and Mercedes Saewitz are leading the firm, which is launching with about 100 agents across the U.S., Toronto, London, Lisbon and Sint Maarten. Continue reading