Los Angeles broker, CEO and SoCal luxury icon John Aaroe dies

Aaroe, who founded John Aaroe & Associates and the John Aaroe Group, was known as a cherished mentor and guiding light to Southern California agents. He passed away at the age of 73 on Tuesday. Continue reading

How billionaires think: Mauricio Umansky explores the psychology behind ultra-high-end negotiations

Negotiating at the highest level is not about tactics alone, Mauricio Umansky writes. It is about psychology, patience and emotional discipline. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman brings on industry marketing leader for rebrand

As the luxury brokerage continues to work on a comprehensive rebrand, it has welcomed back Natalie Passerini as chief marketing officer. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman brings on industry marketing leader for rebrand

As the luxury brokerage continues to work on a comprehensive rebrand, it has welcomed back Natalie Passerini as chief marketing officer. Continue reading

How this agent’s marathon mindset made him one of luxury real estate’s top earners

Santiago Arana realizes that real estate is all about playing the long game. And even if it seems like no clients are transacting, it is important to stay visible and top-of-mind. Continue reading

Brian Walshe found guilty of first-degree murder

The Massachusetts art fraudster has been found guilty of killing, dismembering and disposing of his wife, real estate executive Ana Walshe. Continue reading

How to get compensated when buyers ghost you: The Download

From agent commissions to a brokerage compensation dispute, find out how real estate pros are making bank and protecting their pay. Continue reading

How a top DC agent went from college dropout to luxury mogul

Extra hours, social media and a team with the highest standards of service helped The Heider Company become one of the top-earning teams at Sotheby’s International Realty. Continue reading

Future-proof your digital footprint for 2026 (and beyond)

Troy Palmquist talks to luxury real estate pros about why owning your platform, understanding SEO and using AI wisely is the new baseline for elite agents. Continue reading

Luxury’s next phase: What the 2026 buyer really wants

Luxury real estate is entering a more human-centered era, The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin writes. The home of 2026 is intelligent, restorative and deeply personal. Continue reading