Real estate investor scoops up land in virtual world for nearly $1M

Republic Realm bought 259 units of land in Decentraland, a crypto-based virtual world. At the time it was purchased, it was worth $913,228. Continue reading

4 great welcome gifts you may not have thought of

The ideal present not only celebrates the start of a new chapter in your buyers’ lives, but it also shows that you genuinely appreciate them and are grateful for the time you spent together. Continue reading

Repeat success: How 2 top agents earned return clients

In the luxury space, white-glove service is not just appreciated, but expected — so what does it take to build the kind of genuine relationships that keep clients coming back? Two agents share their top five tips. Continue reading

5 ways to ensure software streamlines your sales

Luxury real estate companies have been accelerating their digital adoption for some time, but 2020 required them to embrace software solutions like never before in order to stay productive. Continue reading

Sotheby’s launches new global ad campaign

The campaign is dubbed “Nothing Compares” and will roll out in 75 countries and be translated into 16 different languages. Continue reading

The 3 design features buyers are prioritizing in 2021

The perfect house has it all. That said, there are a range of trends and styles that have surged to the top of must-have lists in today’s luxury real estate market. Continue reading

Meet the new urban buyer

The new urban buyer doesn’t have a common age group, background or net worth. The size of the properties and budgets differ widely. But there are three attributes that set them apart. Continue reading

Change agents: How my former career made me a great real estate agent

Three agents share their stories from before they became luxury real estate experts and describe how these unique trajectories have helped them serve their clients with confidence. Continue reading

Compass, Sotheby’s roped into latest suit alleging ‘inflated’ commissions

The new antitrust lawsuit, filed Friday in California, also names the National Association of Realtors, Realogy, Keller Williams, RE/MAX and several other companies as defendants. Continue reading

Agent switcheroo sees Compass, Sotheby’s swapping notable teams

Atlanta agent Jere Metcalf is returning to Sotheby’s after leaving for Compass in 2018. Meanwhile, Washington, D.C. agent Marc Fleisher is leaving Sotheby’s for Compass. Continue reading