The United States is the most popular location for second homes among the ultra wealthy, followed by the United Kingdom and Switzerland

Gain insight into investment strategies of the UHNW population. Luxury home buying has become a truly global enterprise. An increasing number of ultra high net worth (UHNW) individuals are buying non-traditional homes outside their domiciles according to a new study by Wealth-X and the Sotheby’s International Realty. The Wealth-X and Sotheby’s International Realty reports look … Read more

5 of the UK’s Most Luxurious and Expensive Houses

There are some incredible properties in this world and they generally come with an inordinate amount of amenities like squash courts, gyms, six, swimming pools, saunas and an endless amount of bathrooms. While it may be nice to pretend that most of us could live in these places, but just chose not to, the reality … Read more

‘It’s not about fabric, it’s about dreams’: how Ralph Lauren created an empire

Though not everyone buys into his fantasy fashion world, the story of the tie salesman who went on to dress Oscar winners is a classic American Dream tale

The tourists shopping in Harrods for a villa in Dubai

Exclusive properties in the ‘the Knightsbridge of Dubai’ are being sold to wealthy buyers via the famous store while they visit London

Superhouses: the allure of fantasy homes where money is no object

As our homes increasingly reflect identity, financial security and status, a new book about some of the world’s most striking designs taps into our daydreams

Inside the world’s superhouses – in pictures

3 of the Most Expensive Commercial Real Estate Deals in History

If you are looking to sell any commercial property, the first thing you do is check the listings. This will enable you to identify similar properties in a relevant geographic area, with the result that you can establish a fair and reasonable price that the real-time market can bear. Out of curiosity, however, you may … Read more