Missouri woman charged with fraud in Graceland scheme

The fraudster who once self-identified as “the one who creates trouble” has been unmasked by the Department of Justice as 53-year-old Lisa Jeanine Findley. Prosecutors said Findley has gone by several aliases over the years. Continue reading

$1M homes hit all-time high in US

A record 8.5 percent of all U.S. homes are worth $1 million or more, up from 7.6 percent last year and 4 percent before the pandemic, according to a new Redfin analysis. California is adding them faster than other states. Continue reading

Why big luxury brands are expanding into real estate

Luxury auction expert Chad Roffers shares why luxury branded residences are becoming the latest way for high-end brands to bring their touch to every aspect of the luxe life. Continue reading

Simone Biles shares dream mansion’s progress post-Olympics

Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles isn’t sitting back and relaxing after a successful run at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Now that the gymnast is back in Texas, she is returning to the ongoing construction of her dream mansion. Continue reading

8 leadership strategies to elevate your team in challenging times

Your leadership defines your legacy, especially in the face of industry challenges. Luxury consultant Chris Pollinger offers a team-building prescription for tough times. Continue reading

NYC broker Lisa Simonsen leaves Elliman for Brown Harris Stevens

The “Kendra Sells Hollywood” star is ranked among the top 75 individual brokers in New York City and the top 0.5 percent of brokers in the U.S. Continue reading

Elliman shareholder’s demands gain traction from advisory firms

Two weeks after Brad Tirpak sent a shareholders’ letter seeking votes against chairman Howard Lorber, advisory firms Glass Lewis and ISS are echoing the vocal investor’s recommendations. Continue reading

Alexanders left to pick up pieces of Official after other co-founders exit

After unsuccessful negotiation attempts with Oren and Tal Alexander, Chief Growth Officer Nicole Oge, CEO Richard Jordan and President of New Development Andrew Wachtfogel are “forfeiting ownership” of the firm. Continue reading

Worried about doing fewer deals? Sell more expensive homes instead

NAR’s commission suit settlement policy changes are coming. If you’re worried about fewer deals in your future, maybe it’s time to focus on a higher price point, broker Anthony Marguleas writes. Continue reading

World’s most expensive, futuristic motorhome priced at $2.5M

According to Van Conover, the Prevost motorhomes typically belong to “A-list artists, top of the top in the music industry, F1 racers and high-level entrepreneurs” who can customize the motorhome however they see fit from the floors, the color of the l… Continue reading