The panelists were hosted by Haute Living's Seth Semilof, going deep into the latest on the luxury real estate market in their respective areas. They were:

• Sue Nickason, Vice President of Marketing and Sales at Dart Real Estate, Cayman Islands
• Nancy Almodovar, President and CEO of Nan and Company Properties, Houston, TX
• Sonja Cullaro, Executive Vice President at Christie’s International Real Estate Northern New Jersey, Westchester and Hudson Valley, NY
• Alex Jansen, Principal at Christie’s International Real Estate Aspen Snowmass, and Coastal Properties Group in Clearwater, FL
• Brian Meier, Principal of Meier Estates and Ventures at Christie’s International Real Estate Group, New York City, NY

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Highlight quotes from today's webinar:

Dan Conn: "This market dropped harder and faster than any market that I can recall, and it has rebounded quicker than any time I can recall... More people in the luxury end are focused on having another home. I think that's a permanent change... If you're into the New York life, you're in the New York Life. You don't leave it... We're not just focused on global real estate. We are focused on luxury goods and the sale of the greatest art objects in the world...

Sue Nickason: "What's interesting is the interest and the inquiries that we're getting from new markets. So obviously Hong Kong, mainland China, India, some parts of Latin America that, historically, [from which] we hadn't received a lot of interest. Those inquiries are coming through trusted advisors, such as private client lawyers, accountants, and affiliates and agents in other jurisdictions. It comes back to globally mobile affluent individuals looking to future proof in terms of residency and in terms of having a place of safe refuge such as the Cayman Islands."

Nancy Almodovar: "Christie's International Real Estate [has] been such a great resource not just on educating myself and my team on what it is to offer not only luxury properties but also luxury service. That has been great, and then being able to connect with so many of our affiliates all around the world, and be able to service our clients when they're looking to move to those parts of the world."

Sonja Cullaro: "We have seen an influx of buyers and renters from New York City into our markets across northern New Jersey and Westchester and the Hudson Valley. It started more for short-term rentals and then it quickly morphed into buyer interest. We have seen people looking for both primary and secondary residences. When they're looking for secondary residences, it's always with an eye on the school system and the fact that the secondary residence may become a primary residence in the future.

Alex Jansen: "The Aspen market came back with a vengeance. Aspen has seen at least 100% uptick as far as under-contracts right now compared to the same time last year because there was this big lag. In April and May, the closings were very anemic, but we're seeing lots of very large properties go under contract north of $10 million, and some north of $20 million in that market. In Clearwater, the month of July is slated to be the best month on record based on volume for the Tampa Bay Area.

Brian Meier: "Since the reopening of New York City, we've been very busy. We have not seen prices drop dramatically. There have been some adjustments. It's going to need a little more time to tell where it's going to shake out, but the people who are leaving Manhattan, most of them are putting their properties on the market for rent. We have had a very slight increase in the saturation on the sales side, but we do have a lot of demand."

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Top: Alex Jansen, Brian Meier, Dan Conn. Bottom: Sonja Cullaro, Nancy Almodovar, Sue Nickason

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People who used to travel the world and stay in beautiful homes to get away from their busy lives are now thinking about second homes because, in unpredictable times like these, travel just isn’t an option. “Absolutely, the incidence of second home buying will go up,” says Dan Conn, CEO of Christie’s International Real Estate.

According to Harris Poll’s April 28, 2020 report, 43 percent of urban dwellers and 26 percent of suburbanites have recently browsed real estate websites for homes/apartments to rent or buy. The coronavirus pandemic has people thinking about how they want to live, according to Conn. With more opportunity to work remotely, properties in rural areas or acreage properties within a short drive from urban centers have become attractive options as they provide a sense of separation or distance.

Photo Credit: Christie’s International Real Estate - Seattle

“Inquiries about vineyards, acreage estates and off-the-grid properties have increased significantly over the last two months,” says Kendra Ratcliff, COO of Washington’s Christie’s International Real Estate - Seattle. “Our clients are re-evaluating their lives and realizing that working from home is not only possible but preferable.”

This dramatic shift in interest is being seen on a global level. “Our brokers throughout the world, from Portugal to Antigua to Amsterdam and Monaco, are receiving more and more interest in properties that promote a more self-sustaining lifestyle,” continues Ratcliff. “Washington has an incredible array of locations where one can find luxury properties. The Pacific Northwest is truly appealing to our clients because of the area’s natural beauty and outstanding real estate options that range from secluded island properties in the Puget Sound to ranches in Eastern Washington, vineyards in the Walla Walla, Columbia and Yakima Valleys and mountain-top getaways near Mt. Rainier or the breathtaking Okanogan in Washington and British Columbia, Canada.”

Photo Credit: Christie’s International Real Estate - Seattle

Sacrificing luxury for location is no longer a concern as remote properties in the luxury category are far from the rustic cabin in the woods of yesteryear. “While you may be miles from the nearest grocery store, these rural estates have the same or better amenities as their urban counterparts,” Ratcliff explains. Helipads, pools, hiking trails, equestrian grounds, gardens, and vineyards are but a few of the exterior features you might find. While gourmet kitchens, “smart home” technology, athletic courts, wine cellars, gyms, and saunas are often found inside these highly sought-after homes.

High-end rural properties in the Pacific Northwest are not new, but this shift in the luxury real estate market has created a new demand for them that is sure to stay. “I think [second home buying] will be a secular shift in the market. That won’t change,” concluded Conn.

Photo Credit: Christie’s International Real Estate - Seattle

“Those looking to distance themselves physically, whether it is a primary residence or vacation home, will never have to compromise location for luxury,” Ratcliff assures. “We have incredible properties in all corners of Washington that fit the needs of our high-wealth clients.”

For more information about rural luxury properties throughout Oregon and Washington, please contact Kendra Ratcliff at 503-330-6677 or kendraratcliff@christiesrealestateseattle.com.

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Friday, April 24th at 4PM EST

Three of the top agents that cover some of the highest-regarded real estate markets in the country: Susan Breitenbach (The Hamptons), Chris Cortazzo (Malibu), and Jill Eber (South Florida). REGISTER: https://hauteliving.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nlBLUB7cSiyEqFmXmDOgnA

Monday, April 27th at 4PM EST

We host our second “Coast to Coast” real estate webinar, featuring top agents in their respective markets: Cristal Clarke (Santa Barbara, CA), Darlene Streit (New Mexico), Chris Karas (Paradise Valley, AZ), and Sylvia Fragos (Aventura, FL). REGISTER: https://hauteliving.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TgokTM4pTaiV-e7G7FsEgA

Highlight quotes from the webinar:

Brian Guiltinan: "The good thing about real estate is that, with technology, we have moved this way for a few years... I think we will see a lot of product (homes) hit the market this summer... You have to know your marketplace. It takes time to build relationships."

Moira E. Holley: "Zoom has now become part of my daily routine. I feel comfortable with my iPhone, iPad and Facetime walking through a property with clients on the other end, or just sending them a video so they can take a look."

Frank D. Isoldi: "Manhattan is an awesome place; Brooklyn is off the charts. But we are seeing a shift towards the suburbs. Now more than ever, people are going to be looking for outdoors, home gyms, home offices... It's crucial to have the right people working on the transaction on both sides." 

Devin Kay: "Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook play a pivotal role to keep in touch with people. I have 10-12 buyers from outside of Florida looking to get into the market. Having a huge presence in social media and marketing is going to make a difference... With rates where they are now, banks are going to be more careful on who they lend to and how they qualify people." 

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The webinar was hosted by Haute Living's Seth Semilof. Hundreds of live viewers joined from different corners of the world to listen as Conn gave his remarks, which touched on many aspects of the luxury real estate market. Semilof asked Conn questions submitted by the live audience. Conn also spoke about some of the high-end events that the company has held through the last 12 months around the world. Watch the video below.

Conn joined Christie's International Real Estate, an invitation-only network of luxury real estate specialists in 49 countries and territories around the world, after managing Brookfield Asset Management's Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (HRHC) investment, overseeing all property level departments, including finance, strategy, legal, marketing, and human resources as well as developing the HRHC franchise business.

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Thursday, April 23rd at 7PM EST

A "Coast to Coast" webinar with top brokers Brian Guiltinan (San Diego, CA), Moira E. Holley (Seattle, WA), Frank D. Isoldi (Westfield, NJ), and Devin Kay (South Florida), who will weigh in on the latest in their markets. REGISTER: https://hauteliving.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_plrhinyTQum9iON6_60mww

Friday, April 24th at 4PM EST

Three of the top agents that cover some of the highest-regarded real estate markets in the country: Susan Breitenbach (The Hamptons), Chris Cortazzo (Malibu), and Jill Eber (South Florida). REGISTER: https://hauteliving.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nlBLUB7cSiyEqFmXmDOgnA

Monday, April 27th at 4PM EST

We host our second “Coast to Coast” real estate webinar, featuring top agents in their respective markets: Cristal Clarke (Santa Barbara, CA), Darlene Streit (New Mexico), Chris Karas (Paradise Valley, AZ), and Sylvia Fragos (Aventura, FL). REGISTER: https://hauteliving.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TgokTM4pTaiV-e7G7FsEgA

Highlight quotes from today's webinar with Dan Conn:

"Our business has survived in the luxury world because of the way we think about servicing clients... You should think about your clients and your relationship with them. When you ask 'How can I help?', it makes a difference... For the agents, try to be careful. Stay out of harm's way and keep your clients out of harm's way. Do things virtually... If they can afford it, people want to get away from the density they were feeling as this (the pandemic) started to hit... The change in tax policy was helping and will continue to help Florida, but now there is another variable, that people will shy away from urban centers to go to less dense areas (like Florida)... In 2020, the most important thing is to focus on the team, try to keep everyone together, engaged... I don't see a scenario where the future of real estate is negative. People will always want a home."

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UPCOMING WEBINARS:

Thursday, April 23rd at 2PM EST

Dan Conn, CEO of Christie’s International Real Estate in a live conversation about the world’s top real estate markets and Christie’s leading role during quarantine times. REGISTER: https://hauteliving.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_th9DmtX6Qmq4CdIarHb8MQ

Thursday, April 23rd at 7PM EST

A "coast to coast" webinar with top brokers Brian Guiltinan (San Diego, CA), Moira E. Holley (Seattle, WA), Frank D. Isoldi (Westfield, NJ), and Devin Kay (South Florida), who will weigh in on the latest in their markets. REGISTER: https://hauteliving.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_plrhinyTQum9iON6_60mww

On Friday, April 24th at 4PM EST

Three of the top agents that cover some of the highest-regarded real estate markets in the country: Susan Breitenbach (The Hamptons), Chris Cortazzo (Malibu), and Jill Eber (South Florida). REGISTER: https://hauteliving.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nlBLUB7cSiyEqFmXmDOgnA

Below are the previous webinars. The guest panelists, all successful leaders in their markets, provided expert insights into the real estate industry in all corners of the US and beyond. 

Daniel de la Vega, President of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty is in charge of ONE Sotheby’s locations in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, Brevard, and Indian River counties in Florida, with 17 offices and over 850 associates that generate annual sales in excess of $2.5 billion. Read more here: https://dev.hauteresidence.com/webinar-one-sothebys-international-realty-daniel-de-la-vega-real-estate-in-age-covid-19/

Cheryl Casone, FOX Business Network (FBN) co-anchor of "FBN:AM", interviewed a power developer panel with: Louis Birdman, Edgardo Defortuna, Michael Stern, and Jules Trump. Read more here: https://dev.hauteresidence.com/birdman-defortuna-trump-stern-live-developer-webinar/

Brothers Oren and Tal Alexander, heads of The Alexander Team at Douglas Elliman Real Estate, have been recognized for their unprecedented sales achievements in Manhattan, the Hamptons and South Florida. Read more here: https://dev.hauteresidence.com/oren-and-tal-alexander-latest-ny-south-florida-real-estate/

Douglas Elliman Florida Brokerage CEO Jay Parker. In his role since 2013, Parker has grown Douglas Elliman's presence in markets from Miami to Jupiter, to Palm Beach and St. Petersburg. They have a total of 21 offices and more than 1,100 agents. Read more here: https://dev.hauteresidence.com/watch-webinar-douglas-elliman-florida-brokerage-jay-parker/

The #1 selling real estate broker in North America for an unprecedented eight times, Dolly Lenz, head of Dolly Lenz Real Estate, and her daughter Jenny Lenz, Managing Partner at the firm. Read more here: https://dev.hauteresidence.com/new-york-real-estate-quarantine-watch-dolly-lenz-jenny/

A “condo experts” panel of South Florida agents: Elena C. Bluntzer, Bill Hernandez, Michelle Lynn Judd, and Alex Miranda. Read more here: https://dev.hauteresidence.com/watch-condo-experts-real-estate-quarantine-webinar-haute-residence/

South Florida experts Jill Hertzberg, Jill Eber, and Judy Zeder, founders of The Jills Zeder Group, which formed in 2019 and had a record year with over $665 million in sales volume. Read more here: https://dev.hauteresidence.com/the-jills-zeder-group-south-florida-real-estate-quarantine-webinar/

David Parnes and James Harris, the power team at The Agency, and stars of “Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles”, that has over $1.2 billion of value in properties in their current listing portfolio. Read more here: https://dev.hauteresidence.com/david-parnes-james-harris-webinar-la-real-estate-quarantine/

California real estate leader Aaron Kirman, who has sold over $6.5 billion in properties during his career and star of CNBC's show "Listing Impossible”. Read more here: https://dev.hauteresidence.com/aaron-kirman-california-real-estate-quarantine-webinar/

Five of the top California expert brokers, Ben Bacal, Dana Bambace, Ernie Carswell, David Gemme, and Shelton Wilder weighed in on the California real estate market. Read more here: https://dev.hauteresidence.com/california-real-estate-expert-panel-talks-about-industry-during-quarantine-in-live-webinar-by-haute-residence/

Four of the top Coldwell Banker agents worldwide participated in an international panel webinar that touched on multiple markets on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean: Laurent Demeure, Cyd Greer, Joyce Rey, and Carrie Wells. Read more here: https://dev.hauteresidence.com/international-real-estate-webinar-top-coldwell-banker-agents/

Georgia real estate expert Debra Johnston with special guest, motivational speaker and best-selling author Gary Quinn. Read more here: https://dev.hauteresidence.com/atlanta-real-estate-debra-johnston-gary-quinn/

Two of the Big Apple’s biggest names in real estate talk New York and its surrounding areas: Adam Modlin and Richard Steinberg. Read more here: https://dev.hauteresidence.com/watch-new-york-real-estate-quarantine-adam-modlin-richard-steinberg/

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They were hosted by Haute Living's April Donelson. The event's live watchers submitted their own questions that added to the dynamic conversation. Scroll down to watch the video.

Adam Modlin, Richard Steinberg

Coming this Thursday, April 23rd at 2PM EST, join Haute Residence as we host Dan Conn, CEO of Christie’s International Real Estate in a live conversation about the world’s leading real estate markets and Christie’s leading role during quarantine times. REGISTER HERE.

Also this Thursday at 7PM EST, we host a "coast to coast" webinar with top brokers Brian Guiltinan (San Diego, CA), Moira E. Holley (Seattle, WA), Frank D. Isoldi (Westfield, NJ), and Devin Kay (South Florida), who will weigh in on the latest in their markets. REGISTER HERE.

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About today's panelists:

• Modlin is Founder of Modlin Group, which has closed transactions in excess of $2 billion, including a record-setting $77 million New York single-family townhouse.
• Steinberg is one of New York’s most successful and prominent brokers, grossing over $150 million in sales yearly, and star of “The American Dream New York City” on WLNY-CBS.

Highlight quotes:

Modlin: "This quarantine has caused all of us to look inward and redefine what home means to us. This is a very unusual time... I expect people to come out of this with a strong desire to buy real estate. I think we'll see a resurgence of interest in single-family environments with outdoor space, townhouses, boutique condominiums with fewer units, and fully amenitized buildings... Now is the time to do your homework. Learn and develop an encyclopedic knowledge of comps. You need to know your numbers."

Steinberg: "There will be pent-up demand for purchasing real estate. I think our biggest challenge when we get back into business is going to be buyers and sellers' perspectives... It's going to take really seasoned professionals to be able to close a deal and do what's best for your seller/buyer... (Before,) you had a launch event for a new development with hundreds of brokers. I believe those days are over... There are deals to be made as long as they are fair and reasonable. There will be a lot of business being made if both sides (buyers and sellers) adjust."

Watch other Haute Residence webinars about the latest on the real estate market in national and international markets at dev.hauteresidence.com.

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