Portuguese real estate agent inks $100M in sales. The twist? It’s a bot

A Christie’s International Real Estate franchise in Portugal, Porta da Frente Christie’s, has built an AI-fueled bot it’s billing as the world’s first AI real estate agent. What could possibly go wrong? Continue reading

Compass negotiating to buy Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

The deal is reportedly nearing the finish line, though the companies have not agreed on final terms. Continue reading

Beau Blankenship, Jacob Watkins sign onto Christie’s Real Estate

The two top producers formerly of Engel & Völkers 30A Beaches and Corcoran Reverie have launched a new flagship location in northwest Florida called Christie’s International Real Estate Emerald Coast. Continue reading

Evacuees still fight for housing as recovery efforts find their way in LA

As homeowners figure out what to do next, the city continues to search for some semblance of organization in the recovery. Agents are caught in-between trying to do the best they can to help their clients — sometimes while homeless themselves. Continue reading

After a strong year, luxury is poised for strategic shifts in 2025

In 2024, Manhattan was the top destination for buyers of properties priced at $10 million and up, according to a report from Compass. Reports from Sotheby’s and Christie’s Real Estate show big shifts across borders, generations and more in the year ahead. Continue reading

RE/MAX taps Christie’s Real Estate vet Chris Lim as chief growth officer

Lim, who vacated the presidency of Christie’s International Real Estate in 2023, will be tasked with growing RE/MAX at a time when the brokerage has struggled with falling revenue and U.S. agent count. Continue reading

What does the big Compass deal mean for you? The Download

How does Compass’ big acquisition of @properties | Christie’s International Real Estate change the real estate landscape and the way you do business? Continue reading

What does the big Compass deal mean for you? The Download

How does Compass’ big acquisition of @properties | Christie’s International Real Estate change the real estate landscape and the way you do business? Continue reading

Aaron Kirman: ‘It’s business as usual’ after Compass acquisition

The day after Compass announced its acquisition of Christie’s International Real Estate and @properties, Christie’s International Real Estate Southern California owner Aaron Kirman said his brand will be unchanged. Continue reading

Where real estate’s major players stand on Clear Cooperation Policy

Some real estate leaders say the focus on Clear Cooperation stems from the recent commission lawsuits. But other see a deeper question about brokerage profits at the heart of the issue. Continue reading