Finlay Brewer International moves into Spain
‘Strategic partnership’ with longstanding firm Crystal Shore will open up the Costa del Sol market to its clientele.
Ranked: Average estate agency fees around the world
Estate agents in the UK are amongst the world’s lowest-charging property brokers, according to some new research. Australia is the most expensive place to sell a home.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices names new CEO
Christy Budnick has stepped up to become CEO of Warren Buffett’s real estate brokerage Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, which operates in the UK as BHHS Kay & Co.
Fine & Country moves into Mallorca
Up-market estate agency to open a new Balearic outpost.
Chestertons adds another country to its global franchise network
Chestertons Global Franchise Holdings Limited has expanded its footprint quite significantly over the last year, from 15 countries in Q1 2020 to 21 countries today.
Christie’s signs new affiliate in Dubai
Dubai Premier Estates has become the latest agency to join the global real estate network, which now spans nearly 50 countries and territories.
Sotheby’s expands in the Middle East
Luxury real estate network launches new operation in Muscat, following recent changes to the property system introduced by the Omani government.
Pi Labs brings on Emoov co-founder as US venture partner
Emoov co-founder and Emaar product chief Ivan Ramirez has teamed up with Faisal Butt’s proptech investment firm.
Engel & Völkers posts double-digit revenue growth
CEO Sven Odin has promised to take the business ‘to the next level’ in 2021.
LPI signs-up to list properties on JamesEdition & Bloomberg
Luxury Portfolio International is now showcasing property listings on upper-end classifieds platform JamesEdition and on Bloomberg Pursuits.
Christie’s adds luxury Rome brokerage to global network
Rome Exclusive has become the third new CIRE affiliate to be announced in as many months, following other firms in Jersey and New Delhi.
Goldman Sachs buys German modular housing pioneer
Goldman Sachs has acquired the majority stake in Germany’s Oikos Group, following on from a £75m investment in British modular housing firm Top Hat in 2019.