Finding qualified luxury buyers is hard. You might find it challenging to stand out in such a competitive space or to connect with buyers who have specific expectations. The luxury market calls for not just exceptional properties, but also a marketing approach that truly resonates with an elite clientele.

To help you tackle these challenges, we’re excited to announce that we’re adding two prestigious portals to our network: Belles Demeures and Lux Residence!

This expansion will enhance the visibility of your luxury listings and provide you with the tools to overcome these hurdles.

The spring selling season of 2024 looks a bit different than it has in the past and agents are facing new challenges in the market. There aren't enough listings, lead costs are going up and there are a lot of online competitors. But don't worry, as a Properstar affiliate we have solutions to tackle these obstacles! 

Navigating the trends of the US real estate market in 2023 required strategic consideration! Sellers found an advantage with digital tools and kept a vigilant eye on interest rates, while buyers accessed online resources to discover attractive deals. Thisinterplay of factors shaped a market where technological integration, demographic shifts, and economic considerations blended to define the real estate experience in 2023. This report provides a summary of Properstar2023 leads activity in the United States and a snapshot of the real estate marketin general. 

Agent and buyers alike will now experience the benefits of cutting-edge market advancements, through Properstar's AI technology. Our commitment to innovation is highlighted through our newest feature - the integration of AI technology in property searches!Let’s talk about how this will empower agents and attract buyers.

Today I’m excited to share the biggest innovation on Properstar so far. We've supercharged our property search with AI. For buyers and renters worldwide, this means finding their dream home just got faster, smarter, and way more personalized. Let’s dive into how this works.

Staying tunedto the pulse of buyers and sellers is of great importance to agents. In a previous article, we showcased somevaluable insights gathered from our agent survey, discussed the shifting preferences of sellers and mentioned the vital role of client communication in an agent's toolkit. Today, we extend our exploration, turning our attention towards the expectations and communication preferences of buyers as they embark on their real estate journey. With the market facing seasonal challenges, it is helpful for agents to understand these dynamics. Join us as we uncover the world of seller preferences and good communication tactics- with tips to satisfy them! 

What are the strategies, challenges, and opportunities that real estate professionals are facing so far this year? Let'sfind out whatProperstaragentshave to say about the current state of international and local real estate markets, emerging trends, and changes in the buying process for 2023. 

Properstar, together with the ListGlobally International Network has emerged as a game-changer in the real estate industry, revolutionizing how properties are bought, sold, and listed on a global scale. This article explores  Properstar's extensive range of products, services, and features, shedding light on our global reach, and the significance of our recent rebranding. 

Meet Laura D., a distinguished real estate agent operating in the Dominican Republic luxury property market. As an agent at a prominent luxury real estate agency, she embarked on her real estate journey in 2022. Eager to attract more potential buyers and expedite sales for her clients, Laura started working with Properstar, the leading real estate portal. Today, Laura shares her exceptional experience working with Properstar and how it changed her business.  

Step into the world of luxury real estate with Ana M., an esteemed agent working in a renowned agency in Lisbon. With a primary focus on selling high-end properties, Ana M. and her team strive to deliver exceptional service and complete transparency to their esteemed clientele. Today Ana will tell us about her experience working with Properstar. 

Home sales have been fluctuating but remain above recent lows, due to a combination of job gains, limited inventory, and fluctuating mortgage rates. Understanding these trends can help agents, individuals and policymakers make informed decisions to create a more equitable, accessible, and sustainable housing market. Let’s look at some key trends expected to shape the US housing market for the remainder of 2023 and provide some insights into the current state of the market. 

As a real estate agent, winning an exclusive mandate can be the key to your success in this highly competitive industry. It's a chance to work exclusively with a client and earn a commission on the sale of their property. However, standing out in a crowded market can be challenging. That's why we're here to provide you with valuable tips on how to win that coveted mandate.  

Turning renters into home buyers can be a valuable source of business for real estate agents. In this article, we will explore the potential of this group for real estate agents and discuss strategies for you to convertrenters into buyers.  

As sustainability becomes an increasingly important issue around the world, the real estate market is no exception. More homebuyers are prioritizing eco-friendly homes and sustainable building practices when looking for their next property. In response to this demand, the green real estate market has been growing rapidly in recent years.

We are happy to announce another new feature on your Properstar agent dashboard!  The new Performance tab allows you to closely monitor the performance of your listings. Access, review, connect & more by accessing your personalized Properstar dashboard, where we give you the tools to succeed in today’s real estate market.

Real estate buyer confidence and expectations have dropped to a low level, which reflects the widespread industry concerns for the real estate market this year. Many economies had started to recover from the pandemic, but they have now been disrupted by the ramifications of the conflict in Ukraine; like social impact, inflationand the dreary outlookfor purchasing homes.In this article, we consider how agentscan still connect with buyers amid these concerns.

The price of a listing is often the first characteristic that buyers use in their online searches, and it is one of the most scrutinized aspects in online real estate listings. We have designed a property price change feature with this in mind. This new feature will help your clients buy their dream property at the best price, but also help you to build trust with them by being transparent about the evolution of home prices. 

People are still buying houses and they always will. However, the hot housing marketwe experienced coming out of the pandemic, has cooled in most markets. For the remainder of the year agents will need to deal with strong competition and work hard to get the job done. Here are some tips for profitably ending the year.

Properstar is pleased to announce another helpful tool that brings added value to buyers,sellers and agents by providing them with more information about comparative property prices in a given location - the location price feature!

Some home-owners believe that selling their home by themselves will save them money, but here are some important things to know about ‘For-Sale-By-Owner' (FSBO) and why hiring a professional real estate agent is well worth the price of commission.  

Someone once said: “You never get a second chance to make a first impression”. Well, the truth is that the first impression of a buyer is what really counts when he sees your listings on Properstar. Actually, you have only a few seconds to convince the customer that you’re the best agent and that he should work with you. 

Is the seller’s market changing?  Are agents keeping pace with the industry?  Let's look at what both agents and buyers are saying about the international real estate market, its trends, and the buying process for the remainder of 2022.

The conflict in Ukraine has caused real estate markets across the globe to endure rising mortgage rates, increased inflation, high housing prices, low inventory and stock market volatility; creating both fear of economic turmoil but, also creating an impetus for buyers to find opportunities sooner rather than later. Read more about why you should invest MORE in marketing during times of crisis.  

If you have been watching real estate market lately, you will have noticed that, on an international scale, we are experiencing a strong seller’s market. Sellers need agents now more than ever! Let’s look at what your clients can expect and how you can help them if they are entering this hot seller’s market. 

In this article, we discuss how to promote yourself as an international real estate agent. We provide some strategies, examples and observations that have helped our agents and clients in the global real estate market. 

The effects of the pandemic have radically changed consumer behaviors and buying|selling trends in real estate markets. In this article, we highlight leads activity for property in Switzerland in 2021, presenting the latest trends in property searches based on our Leads database, results from Properstar survey questionnaires and validation by cross-referencing trusted sources.  

The effects of recent global economic, political and climactic events have caused significant changes to consumer buying & selling trends in real estate. This report provides a summary of 2022 leads activity in the United States based on information from our Lead Source data, results from Properstar’s agent survey findings and validation by cross-referencing trusted sources. 

Placing a property for sale on the market requires a large investment of time and dedication. However, if your client hasn’t received any interest after 30 days of having listed a property for sale, it is time to review your strategy. 

This article shares the results we received from a recent agents survey about the Properstar agent dashboard and our new features and services.