Taking an open house fully virtual

An open house is a great opportunity for a homebuyer to get a feel for a property firsthand so they can decide if it’s a good fit — so what happens when they can’t visit in person? For those who are able, it’s worth offering a virtual open house, but i… Continue reading

5 steps to a successful virtual listing presentation

Luxury real estate agents have to connect with clients half a world away, and while we’re well-equipped for remote work, there are certain situations that pose challenges — including now, as clients around the world are being requested to practice soci… Continue reading

The 5 features luxury buyers are looking for in a vacation home (part 2 of 2)

For some vacationers, there’s charm in the traditional rustic cabin nearby. For others, a true retreat is found in an over-water villa in the Maldives or a ski-in/ski-out chalet in St. Moritz. When the world awaits, a vacation can look as unique and dy… Continue reading

The 5 nearby vacation markets your clients should know about (part 1 of 2)

Today’s luxury real estate buyers are looking for the same things in a vacation home that they prioritize in their main residences: beautiful surroundings, vibrant neighborhoods, and enough room to relax and entertain. When it comes to advising your cl… Continue reading

The 5 home features millennials love

It seems like just yesterday that the millennials were considered tomorrow’s emerging affluents. Now, many are in their mid-to-late thirties and constitute an ever-increasing share of the luxury real estate market. Continue reading

3 luxury real estate development trends to watch in 2020

Forget “location, location, location.” For luxury real estate today, it’s all about “lifestyle, lifestyle, lifestyle.” As a real estate agent for Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Boston and a Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Ambassador, I’ve watch… Continue reading

Trending interior designs in 3 different markets

All great designs start somewhere. Tastes that seem universal across global luxury markets are inevitably inspired by unique, trendy micro markets. So what types of interior decoration should you be paying attention to as you advise your clients and pr… Continue reading

When is selling a furnished home in your clients’ best interest?

There’s an undeniable appeal to walking into a home that is staged and styled to a high standard — especially when that home is on the market. For many buyers, the perfect home can be augmented by beautiful furnishings. And for sellers, having a fully … Continue reading

The tech tools agents should have on hand to succeed

Luxury real estate buyers expect best-in-class technology in their homes. But do they expect it from the agents and firms they work with? The short answer is: yes. Agents are under pressure to maintain a nuanced understanding of their needs and prefere… Continue reading

5 lessons real estate agents can learn from luxury hotels

Stand in the foyer of any luxury hotel, and you’ll feel it: the assurance that while you may not be at home, you’ve certainly arrived. The best hotels are a place to rest and to indulge, to be surprised and delighted. Continue reading