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

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 their sometimes temperamental celebrity clients happy. Continue reading

Christie’s International Real Estate welcomes Madrid affiliate

Led by luxury experts Hans Veenhuijsen and Olga García Hernández, the new office opens as more luxury buyers have shown interest in the city’s market and as home prices have steadily grown in response to a strong economy and foreign investment. Continue reading

Broker Spotlight: Eric Walstrom and Alex Irrer

Learn how these leaders of the fastest growing brokerage in the state of Michigan maintain their commitment to agent quality and organic growth. Continue reading

Tri-State Christie’s Real Estate affiliate launches trusts division

Christie’s International Real Estate Group has welcomed Howard Morrel and Leslie Hirsch to launch the Trusts & Estates Division, which works with attorneys, executors, trustees, heirs and family offices to facilitate the sale of luxury estates and… Continue reading