Millennials are known to shake things up, and the upper-tier real estate market is no exception. A recent report published by Engel & Völkers found that affluent millennials have a Read More
Home Storage Needs of the Affluent
Most people dream of having the finer things in life, but people don’t often talk about how to store them. Luxury items often require specialized care, whether it be a Read More
5 Home Vineyards That Will Make You Feel Like You’re in Tuscany
Fine wine is enjoyed by both “new” and “old” money clients alike. However, for those with a special affinity for wine, a simple wine cellar won’t cut it. As a Read More
The Demand for High-End “Green” Homes Continues
As more affluent buyers are looking to reduce their carbon footprint, eco-friendly, or “green,” amenities are a must in high-end homes. But this is more than just having energy-saving light Read More
Latest philanthropic trends of the high-net-worth individual
Part of being a successful real estate professional in the upper-tier real estate market is knowing your clientele. What motivates them? How and where do they spend their time and Read More
4 Social Media Musts for Upper-Tier Real Estate Agents
Having a strong social media presence is essential for any real estate professional, but it is especially true for those who work in the high-end real estate market. While social Read More
What $1 Million Will Buy You Across the U.S.
The kind of luxury homes you can buy for $1 million isn’t the same everywhere. The difference between the value of what you can get on the West Coast in Read More
5 Breathtaking Luxury Ranches for the Cowboy at Heart
Is your client looking for a country get-away? These luxury ranches, which are currently for sale as of this posting, will help you escape the hustle and bustle of the Read More
Value vs. Price: What Matters Most to Luxury Buyers
When selling a property, it’s often about how you frame the positive features that hook a luxury buyer. Though many potential buyers will focus on the price tag, it’s a Read More
What to Know About Working With International Buyers
As a luxury real estate professional, international buyers could end up being your bread and butter. A recent article released by Forbes outlines the ten cities with the most billionaires, Read More
5 Qualities Luxury Buyers Expect From You
It’s no surprise that luxury buyers have high expectations. Rising to the occasion and over-delivering in your interactions with luxury buyers is key to retaining their business and earning referrals Read More
Want Celebrity Clients? Here’s How to Work With Them
Ever wondered what it takes to work in real estate with celebrities? You need both an understanding of luxury and the unique lifestyle that celebrities pursue. Here are some tips Read More
3 Reasons Why Now is a Good Time to Become a Luxury Real Estate Agent
Thinking of getting into luxury real estate but not sure if now is the right time for you to specialize? Believe it or not, there are a lot of good Read More
Luxury Market Report Reveals Why Some Cities Are Bucking National Trends
Across North America the median sales price of single-family homes in the luxury market has decreased by $22,500 from December 2018 to January 2019, according to our monthly Luxury Market Read More
Top Smart Home Trends for 2019
If there is one thing we know about the future, it’s that smart technology will increasingly be an everyday part of our lives. And the public is ready. Each year, Read More
3 Ways to Become a Dominant Force in This Transitioning Market
Many experts this year are talking about a changing market with both positive and negative outlooks. Let’s be very clear: being successful in any profession requires a mixture of knowledge, Read More
Your Personal Sanctuary: 6 Bathroom Trends for 2019
Now that 2019 is well underway it’s time to dig into the current trends and discover the new ideas people are raving about this year. One big room to focus Read More
What to Know About Working With Affluent Buyers
Working with affluent buyers can be incredibly rewarding but comes with its own set of challenges. Higher net worth individuals don’t always have the same set of motivations as traditional Read More
What to Know Before You Choose a Luxury Real Estate Training Program
Selling luxury products has always required a slightly different technique—whether it’s for luxury cars, retail or luxury real estate. It’s important to understand this “world of luxury,” especially its discerning Read More
What Can Membership Do For You?
We all bring different skills to the table. At the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, we seek to bring those skill sets together into a community of like-minded real estate Read More
The Lord & Taylor Building Has Sold It’s Iconic Building to WeWork
The Lord & Taylor building on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan stands as a monument to old-school retail for over a century, with an elegant Italian Renaissance design and an opulent Read More
Selling Luxury has Never Been More Fun
Our Annual Leaders in Luxury event in Dallas, TX took place mid-November (12-14) with a great turnout. We enjoyed networking, expertly manned panels, and talks from important luxury influencers such Read More
Find Out About The Designation Difference: CLHMS
The Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist™ (CLHMS) designation, assures affluent buyers and sellers that real estate professionals have the knowledge, experience, and unique skills to meet their needs. By taking Read More
Becoming a Member of the Institute of Luxury Home Marketing
Members of the Institute of Luxury Home Marketing are real estate professionals that have been trained by top-level experts in our program to enhance the individual’s skills to better assist Read More
How to Become a Big Thinker for Your life and Business
You may believe that only certain people get “lucky” when it comes to the perfect careers, relationships, and lives, but the people that have this so-called luck have learned that Read More
The Leaders in Luxury Event is Almost Here!
Our Leaders in Luxury event is right around the corner, taking place this weekend, November 12-14 at Hotel Crescent Court in Dallas, TX. Registration is closed for this year, but Read More
A Membership at The Institute Can Help You Step Up Your Social Media A-Game
Social Media is a huge source for brand awareness and loyalty. Instagram has upped the game in many ways, showcasing the value that a simple picture has to advertise an Read More
Ever Wondered How Networking Can Make or Break You?
The motto “it’s not what you know, but who you know” has been drilled into most of us since we were teens and young adults beginning to prepare for careers. Read More
It’s Your Last Chance to Join the Leaders in Luxury in Dallas!
The Institute knows luxury. We also know networking. This is why we knew hosting an event geared towards leaders in luxury real estate, consisting of speakers from the world of Read More
Our Online Training Takes You Places from the Comfort of Your Chair
“Online learning is not the next big thing, it is the now big thing”. -Donna J. Abernathy The internet is a huge part of our everyday lives. We don’t leave Read More
From the Eyes of a Luxury Consumer, Everything Looks a Little Bit Different
Education, resources, and the ability to research and review every product that is sold online or in stores has made customer satisfaction more difficult, but extremely necessary, in today’s digital Read More
Leaders in Luxury Takes Uptown Dallas
The Institute knows luxury. As a thought-leader in our field, we knew hosting an event geared towards leaders in luxury real estate, consisting of speakers from the world of luxury, Read More
The Institute Members Reach Higher Heights
Foreclosure is a word that we see thrown around the real estate market time and time again, just typically not in the same sentence as ‘luxury’ and ‘billionaire’. Recently, Read More
Not All Luxury Real Estate Agents Are Created Equal
We all bring different skills to the table. At the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, we seek to bring those skill sets together into a community of like-minded real estate Read More
The Institute is “Nothing Short of Phenomenal”
The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing is the premier place to receive a luxury real estate professional designation. At each seminar, real estate professionals, even those who have immense experience Read More
Have You Heard About The Institute’s Luxury Insights?
The Luxury Insights blog is the premier destination for trends and information about the luxury lifestyle market. Staying up to date on the latest marketing trends, techniques, and strategies are Read More
Wondering What Membership Can Do For You?
Becoming a member of the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing means you have gone through the training, and have the skill, drive, and passion to be positioned as an expert Read More
Meet Our World Class Trainers!
At the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, we embrace the value of teaching unique, relevant, and practical marketing techniques catered to luxury real estate professionals. These techniques are what set Read More
Luxury Consumers Have a New Attitude
“One man’s trash is another man’s treasure” is a common attitude for those who enjoy consignment or thrift store shopping. While luxury products are definitely not trash, over the last Read More
Why We Love Facebook for Luxury Home Agents and You Should Too
In the marketing world, even in the luxury real estate game, social media is an essential marketing tool. And like every other social media platform, Facebook plays a critical role Read More
No matter how much experience you have, there is always something new to learn.
The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing is the premier place to receive a luxury real estate professional designation. At each seminar, real estate professional walks away with new, relevant and Read More
Top 2017 Green Luxury Home Upgrades Buyers are Looking For
By Erin Vaughan It’s no secret that “going green” is a trend that will only keep growing. Eco-friendly features are gaining ground among buyers, which leads to boosted property values Read More
Selling Luxury Homes with Confidence is an Art Form
Marketing is storytelling. In the luxury real estate market, the story you are telling is one of a home, a lifestyle, and all that the home represents. Knowing a client’s Read More
What Irma Martinez is saying about the Institute’s exclusive training for Luxury Home Professionals
The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing is the premier place to receive a luxury real estate professional designation. At each seminar, real estate professionals walks away with new, relevant Read More
From Mediocre to Luxury: Home Renovations that Impress Clients in 2017
The luxury housing market is a curious beast: while properties often stay on the market for months as the perfect buyer is wooed, trends in design and technology seem to Read More
443 Greenwich in Tribecca Attracts Buyers Concerned With Privacy
443 Greenwich, a brick book bindery turned luxury apartments, boasts a magnet of a-list and celebrity tenants. Contractors on the project worked to retain rustic elements of the original book Read More
Handling the Multi-Level Sale
Every luxury real estate professional knows that a transaction happens with more than just a buyer and seller; it can go through the hands of several parties before closing day. Read More
The Definitive Guide to Working With Young Affluent Buyers
A new generation of homebuyers is entering the market, and with them a new way of interacting. In a few short years, older millennials will reach their peak earning years, Read More
Branding Yourself as a Luxury Real Estate Professional
The luxury real estate market is a slower paced, more demanding and more competitive environment to work in, and branding yourself as a luxury real estate professional is imperative to Read More
Understanding the International Luxury Home Buyer
Although diplomacy is important when representing any luxury consumer in the luxury home market, it is especially important when understanding the international luxury home buyer because of the many variables at Read More