Here’s what you might have missed at Inman Luxury Connect

Pocket listings, disruption, auctions and more were among the many things debated this week by some of the most successful real estate figures in the U.S. Continue reading

Video marketing, staging matter more than ever for luxury listings

At Inman Luxury Connect, Carrie McCormick, a development specialist at @properties, said the video marketing is a “requirement” these days, while her co-panelists said that staging is a top priority to create an emotional impact with buyers. Continue reading

Video marketing, staging matter more than ever for luxury listings

At Inman Luxury Connect, Carrie McCormick, a development specialist at @properties, said the video marketing is a “requirement” these days, while her co-panelists said that staging is a top priority to create an emotional impact with buyers. Continue reading

The luxury market ‘is doing just fine’ — even amid shrinkage

Luxury buyers are gravitating away from the grand estate and toward properties with lots of amenities and little maintenance. Continue reading

Use virtual real estate to connect with buyers just about anywhere

The luxury real estate space comes with many opportunities, but there are challenges as well: for example, how can you bring more potential homebuyers to see properties in a destination or remote market? The answer may be simpler than you think: invest… Continue reading

3 things I learned from selling trophy properties

Every once in a while, a property is put on the market that is so exceptional in its luxury, history, or setting that it surpasses other high-end offerings by leagues. These superlative listings are commonly referred to as trophy properties — and throu… Continue reading

Use public relations to tell your property’s story

Marketing and paid advertising are the traditional tools agents reach for when promoting a new listing. But the possibilities presented by public relations — for the right property with the right story — are impressive. Continue reading

Sotheby’s adds new exclusive, luxury decor to virtual staging app

The brokerage has partnered with Perigold to allow Sotheby’s agents to virtually stage listings with furniture and decor from Wayfair.com’s luxury brand. Continue reading

Realogy launches ambitious agent benefits program

Spark will use Realogy’s size to get better deals on things like health, disability and life insurance for the company’s agents. Continue reading

The new wellness amenities the luxury buyer is searching for

Luxury homes have always included premium amenities, and it has always been the role of agents to connect buyers with aspirational conveniences. But as highlighted by a Mansion Global report, there has been a recent shift in what luxury buyers are sear… Continue reading