International Business
New Sicily base for Italy Sotheby’s International Realty
Latest opening is a ‘direct response to increased interest in the area in light of the pandemic’, says Italian branch of the luxury real estate network.
US luxury brokerage makes international debut
Corcoran has signed its first franchisee outside of the USA, setting up shop in the British Virgin Islands.
Is TikTok a viable way to sell luxury homes?
Chris Dietz takes a look at the US-led trend of real estate brokers using the meteoric social media platform to market their listings; does it actually work, and is now a good time to jump on the bandwagon?
Christie’s enters India’s luxury real estate market
Luxury real estate network strengthens its foothold in Asia Pacific after a huge expansion drive in the region in 2017.
Meet Sam, the real estate robot…
German agency recruits a 1.7m droid to add a 'more personal touch' to virtual viewings.
How Brexit is affecting removals: ‘We might advise customers to put their move [to Europe] on hold to allow for the dust to settle’
The removals business is flying as the UK's property market continues to romp along, says Anthony Ward Thomas. But Brexit has complicated matters for many international relocations.
Berkshire Hathaway targets UAE’s luxury real estate market
UAE arm of Warren Buffet’s estate agency launches all-new ‘luxury collection division’, dealing exclusively in properties priced above US $5m.
Chestertons expands in Spain
Team España in Marbella has signed up to the Chestertons franchise network, and will now operate as Chestertons Costa del Sol.
UAE portal publishes property transaction data in ‘massive step’ towards transparency
Agent-backed venture houza rolls out new feature with sold prices and market trend data to 'create a more open and transparent property buying experience'
Knight Frank recruits new head of international resi sales in Hong Kong
Ryan Black joins from Hathway Capital to lead the agency's sales team in the region.
Sotheby’s International Realty boosts Caribbean presence
The global real estate network has made its first foray into Antigua and Barbuda via a tie-up with Majestic Realty Caribbean.
Hotel giant rolls out branded residence & long-stay portal
Accor - which operates luxury hospitality brands including Raffles, Fairmont and onefinestay - has launched a new bookings platform for its private branded residences and extended-stay hotel properties.