Since 2014, Clientele Luxury Magazine and its exclusive platform of seasonal publications have connected a high-net-worth audience with exclusive, luxury real estate listings and the high-profile luxury agents who showcase these Multi- Million dollar properties. Articles and photographs highlight their distinctive features and locations and introduce discerning buyers to the advisors equipped to navigate every step from a showing through closing.
PARK CITY, Utah, SEATTLE, NEWPORT, R.I., GREENWICH, Conn., LOS ANGELES, WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., SAN FRANCISCO, and HIGHLANDS, N.C., Jan. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --
- For 2025, Clientele Luxury compiled a list of leading agents in prominent luxury markets and sought their perspectives on real estate trends and the importance of working with an advisor. @clienteleluxury
Paul Benson, Engel & Völkers, Park City, UT @paulbensonev
Picturing the peaks and small-town charm of Park City? Paul Benson, the co-founder and CEO of Engel & Völkers Gestalt Group and the No. 1 agent for this leading ski destination, will show you around. With a career record of over $3 billion in closed sales and 3,000 transactions, Benson connects some of the world's most well-known clients with a wintertime or adventure getaway in this corner of Utah.
When asked about working with ultra-high-net-worth individuals, he replies: "The ultra-wealthy buying experience is about more than just purchasing a property—it's about creating a seamless, bespoke journey that aligns with the client's lifestyle, aspirations, and expectations of exclusivity. This means curated viewings, unparalleled market insights, and white-glove service throughout the transaction. The experience also extends beyond the purchase, including recommendations for interior designers, exclusive concierge services, and introductions to private clubs or communities. Every touchpoint must reflect discretion, personalization, and exceptional attention to detail."
Going into 2025, he recognizes the importance of adapting to and attempting to anticipate market changes: "The market is influenced by global economic trends, interest rates, and buyer priorities shifting toward sustainability, privacy, and wellness. My advice is to stay ahead of these trends by leveraging data-driven insights and maintaining a robust network of advisors, developers, and wealth managers. Focusing on building trust and lasting relationships with clients is critical. [Agents need to] offer value beyond the transaction by being a resource for market trends, investment opportunities, and lifestyle needs."
Jaime Krupnick, Engel & Völkers, Westlake Village, CA @jaimekrupnick.re
It's a given that a real estate agent will prioritize a client's vision and objectives, and for Jaime Krupnick, a background in producing world-class events has translated to a more personalized and seamless buying experience. She couples this overarching approach with extensive knowledge of high-end features and finishes, connecting a client's aspirations with all the possibilities on the market.
When asked about choosing the right advisor, she adds: "Purchasing luxury real estate is a significant investment that requires expert guidance in navigating market complexity to ensure success. The current market climate has unique dynamics, such as fewer comparable sales, nuanced pricing strategies, and off-market opportunities. An expert advisor understands these intricacies and can help you secure the best value.
"In addition, luxury transactions require sophisticated negotiation to address price, terms, and contingencies, and a seasoned advisor can protect your interests and achieve favorable outcomes while prioritizing privacy and managing the transaction with discretion."
Moira Holley, Realogics Sotheby's International Realty, Seattle, WA @moira.holley
As a co-founder of Realogics Sotheby's International Realty, Moira Holley has earned a spot among Sotheby's Market Leaders Forum, an exclusive group of Sotheby's International Realty experts representing North America's top markets. The properties she sells and the clients she assists have vaulted her to this position: Holley is known to guide Fortune 50 executives, startup founders, and discerning Seattle professionals to their next home—whether that's a country retreat, on the city's well-known waterfront, or a condominium among a global portfolio of properties.
Toward the end of 2024, Holley's sale of an 87 Virginia Street condominium resulted in a price per square foot record, while the latest issue of Bespoke by Clientele Luxury featured her Mercer Way property on the cover.
Shelly Tretter Lynch, Compass, Greenwich, CT @shellytretterlynch
Buyers considering Connecticut's Gold Coast can count on Shelly Tretter Lynch for a thorough introduction to Greenwich and neighboring towns.
Named Compass's top real estate agent for Greenwich and Connecticut overall in 2021, Lynch brings over 25 years of experience to every sale, including extensive knowledge of land development, investments, and new construction. Connecting buyers from all over the globe with Fairfield County's backcountry, waterfront, and other ultra-luxury properties, she has been listed among Real Trends, Who Who in Residential Real Estate in North America, The Real Deal, and the Wall Street Journal's Top 250 Agents by dollar volume.
Stacie Mills, Vanderbilt International Properties, Newport, RI @newport_curated
The coastal mansions of Newport, RI, embody history and reflect what buyers seek from waterfront properties—views coupled with exclusive relaxation and luxury accommodations. As the Managing Broker and Principal Broker for Vanderbilt International Properties, Stacie Mills will tell you everything you need to know about this sought-after slice of New England coastline, as well as select spots in the Caribbean.
Originally from Texas, Mills began her career in marketing and sales before pivoting to real estate. "Having worked in the Newport, RI, area for over 20 years, our firm has made strong connections within the community and increased our depth of knowledge of luxury and unique properties," she explains. "We are aware of many properties prior to coming on the market. Our relationship with our clients, many of who become friends, does not end at the closing of their homes. We are a boutique firm by design and highly value our personal relationships and focus on connecting our clients within this seaside community, whether it be hosting them at a polo match, a yacht rendezvous, or assisting a client to find the right firm or person for a needed task."
Attesting to this approach, Mills sold The Orchard Estate, a multi-million-dollar restoration off Ocean Cliff Walk, in August 2024.
Terry Potts, Highlands Country Club Properties, Highlands, NC ccphighlandsnc.com
A cool summertime climate, access to the picturesque Nantahala National Forest, and a welcoming Southern character increasingly attract prospective buyers to Highlands, North Carolina. Serving the area for over 30 years, W. Terry Potts highlights these and more selling points to interested individuals considering a full-time residence in this exclusive section of the South.
The Altman Brothers Team, Los Angeles, CA @thealtmanbrothers
Years on television showcasing Los Angeles' luxury properties have turned the Altman Brothers into a household name. But their performance isn't for show: Rather, they rank among the world's one percent of real estate agents, thanks to $7.5 billion in sales made from 2021 to the present and their partnerships with prominent entertainers, athletes, and other high-net-worth buyers.
Olivia Decker, Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, San Francisco, CA @sf_finehomes
The region's thriving tech industry means buyers from all over the globe are exploring properties in San Francisco and the Bay Area. Olivia Decker, partnering with an ultra-luxury clientele since 1979, knows where to point them, be it based on requested features or location. Beyond her deep market knowledge, Decker's firm, Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, placed fourth worldwide among Sotheby's International Realty divisions for sales in 2020. Decker additionally invests in restoring properties, including the Chateau de Grimaldi in Aix-en-Provence and Chateaux de Villette in Paris, France, and publishes lifestyle magazine Haute Living San Francisco.
Ally Swopes Engel & Völkers Scottsdale, AZ @allyballam
Ally Swopes is an active real estate investor who owns real estate in three different countries and is known to be 'the Closer'.
She carries an incredibly high level of market knowledge combined with lucrative negotiating skills that give her clients a secret weapon. Multiple real estate purchases over the short span of 10 years has given Ally the experience and skill set to spot incredible real estate opportunities. You can find Ally back and forth between Vancouver and Arizona, where she is catering to high net worth buyers and listing exclusive homes.
Awarded #1 team in Engel Volkers Vancouver with her partner, Amy Leong, and consistently ranked as top award Chairman's Circle, & Top 10 teams in North America and Mexico 2022 & 2023 & Top 1% out of 18,000 Greater Vancouver realtors.
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