Katy Perry’s shady real estate deals inspire new housing legislation

A group that disapproves of Perry’s recent real estate deals is advocating for the launch of the Protecting Elder Realty for Retirement Years Act or the “Katy PERRY Act,” which seeks to put measures in place to limit risks of elder financial abuse. Continue reading

Nantucket home sells to Barstool’s Dave Portnoy for record $42M

Portnoy’s waterfront home purchase set a new record for Nantucket and the state of Massachusetts. The estate features a main house, guest house and studio that are connected by an underground tunnel. Continue reading

Mauricio Umansky survives week 1 of ‘Dancing with the Stars’

The Agency’s CEO was not a top scorer during his debut appearance on the competitive dance reality series, but the judges seemed excited by his enthusiasm, and Umansky scored well enough to avoid elimination. Continue reading

Compass adds 2nd office to Kansas City metro area

The new office is located on the western edge of Country Club Plaza and is easily walkable from some of the neighborhood’s premier hotels, restaurants and high-end shops. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman fair housing case reveals agent confusion over law

A discrimination lawsuit filed in August by Shaniqua Newkirk, a Black Section 8 voucher recipient, against several Douglas Elliman agents has brought to light misconceptions about agent obligations when it comes to fair housing. Continue reading

Christie’s International Real Estate launches affiliate in Park City

The luxury network’s new office in the state of Utah will help provide crucial referrals to clients in feeder markets where Christie’s has an existing presence, Inman has learned exclusively. Continue reading

Corcoran affiliate Magri Properties to open 2nd office in Verona

Known as the “City of Love,” Verona is a popular destination for native Italians and international buyers alike, and conveniently neighbors Corcoran Magri Properties’ existing office in Lake Garda. Continue reading

Compass’ luxe magazine ‘Curated’ now available in 25 private airports

The luxury magazine with a distribution of about 35,000 will now be accessible to ultra-high-net-worth clients flying through select private airports in the U.S., the brokerage told Inman exclusively. Continue reading

Age of Aquarius is here as astrology boom hits the real estate industry

As younger homebuyers revive an age-old fascination with astrology in the aftermath of the pandemic, agents, designers and astrologers told Inman the stars are aligned for a resurgence. Continue reading

CrossCountry Mortgage CEO nails profit on $30M Fort Lauderdale pad

Ronald Leonhardt Jr. purchased the Harbor Beach home for $23 million in 2021. It includes 120 feet of water frontage, a lap pool, a full summer kitchen and docking capabilities for a megayacht. Continue reading