Stock market gains push luxury homebuyers ahead in October

While non-luxury homebuyers are beholden to mortgage rate fluctuations, luxury buyers are using their stock market gains to boost their purchasing power — pushing luxury sales up 2.9 percent. Continue reading

Inman is celebrating 30 years of community, and you’re invited

For 30 years, Inman Connect events have been based on a simple belief: That big change happens when people come together. Continue reading

Brandi Marshall on ‘Selling the OC’ stardom, feuds and a brutal real estate market

In this exclusive interview with Inman, the least dramatic “Selling the OC” cast member gets candid about real estate, reality TV and real life ahead of the Nov. 12 Season 4 premiere. Continue reading

Jason Oppenheim: ‘Epic’ real estate + big drama makes new ‘Selling the OC’ season the best yet

In advance of its drop on Netflix on Wednesday, Oppenheim Group President Jason Oppenheim shared with Inman why the latest season of “Selling the OC” is the best one yet, and why the Newport Beach market is thriving. Continue reading

Should real estate agents have tattoos? The pros weigh in

Austin Victoria of “Selling the OC” talks about balancing personal expression and professionalism in an industry that is rapidly evolving. Continue reading

Learn everything, be curious and show up to succeed in real estate

Find out how luxury broker Alison Melton traded skyscrapers for Spanish moss — and discovered that Southern charm might just be the new definition of luxury real estate. Continue reading

How a new agent turned hateful social media comments into a growth opportunity

Many people might shut down or lash out after receiving abusive comments on social media, but Ryan Noonan says he’s glad for the engagement and sees a way to grow from the experience. Continue reading

How a Disney-inspired listing video turned heads (on a $0 budget)

Forget cookie-cutter content. Christian and Ashley Harris share a creative Halloween collab that shows how letting your personality shine can attract massive attention. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman begins expanding overseas

The boutique luxury firm is starting its global expansion with 14 offices and more than two dozen agents across Bordeaux, the French Riviera and Monaco, with three European luxury property vets to lead the way. Continue reading

What does it cost to buy into luxury real estate?

Luxury housing is being redefined as price thresholds climb and buyers demand more from premium properties. Continue reading