Identifying priorities: How 3 agents maintain their negotiation expertise

Great negotiators often focus on a select few guiding principles to direct them in their approach. We spoke with three accomplished professionals about their go-to advice for a successful negotiation.
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Repeat success: How 2 top agents earned return clients

In the luxury space, white-glove service is not just appreciated, but expected — so what does it take to build the kind of genuine relationships that keep clients coming back? Two agents share their top five tips. Continue reading

The next big thing in second home sales: co-ownership

Pacaso is the modern way to buy and own a second home. We bring together buyers to purchase and collectively own a second home and provide a fully managed, end-to-end service. Continue reading

5 ways to ensure software streamlines your sales

Luxury real estate companies have been accelerating their digital adoption for some time, but 2020 required them to embrace software solutions like never before in order to stay productive. Continue reading

The top 4 tips to improve your negotiation skills

While all agents have to build their mediation skills, a few bring perspectives from professions beyond luxury real estate. We spoke with two such agents about the expertise they rely on during the negotiation process. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman expands Texas footprint with Frederik Eklund

Douglas Elliman is opening two new offices in Dallas and Austin, both of which will operate under the Eklund Gomes Team name. Continue reading

Managing buyer expectations in a seller’s market

How can you manage client expectations in this market? There are three things I like to encourage my clients to keep in mind when navigating this new terrain. Continue reading

Physical offices aren’t going anywhere: why shop culture is key to business growth

Agents are certainly capable of selling real estate while working remotely, but our advisors have said they want to be back in the shop. Agents who don’t have this sense of comradery may not feel the same. Continue reading

The 3 design features buyers are prioritizing in 2021

The perfect house has it all. That said, there are a range of trends and styles that have surged to the top of must-have lists in today’s luxury real estate market. Continue reading

Meet the new urban buyer

The new urban buyer doesn’t have a common age group, background or net worth. The size of the properties and budgets differ widely. But there are three attributes that set them apart. Continue reading