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Forte dei Marmi: the dolce vita in Tuscany
Having been unable to travel last summer, Europeans are rediscovering one of the great attractions of the Italian coast, Forte dei Marmi. Popular with the Florentine and Milanese aristocracy since ... -
BARNES exclusive: the top 50 cities for the very wealthy
The health crisis coupled with an unprecedented economic crisis has shaken up the deck among the top international cities with wealthy clients. New York, Hong Kong, Los Angeles and Paris ... -
Buying luxury real estate as you would a work of art
The French luxury market is unique in terms of the quality of its property portfolio, in cities synonymous with living the dream for international investors. Despite its legendary red tape, ... -
When property reflects our new lifestyles
Contrary to common belief, the distinction between primary and secondary residences has not disappeared with lockdown. It has been transformed. In these changing times, we are entering the age of ... -
The splendours of the Basque Coast
A 120 sq.m contemporary house perched over the ocean in Bidart, another, larger (400 sq.m) contemporary house affording 360° views over La Rhune moutain and the Pyrenees, a 235 sq.m ... -
Vineyards, a bespoke investment
Vineyards are in a class of their own when it comes to investment, which means that acquiring a wine-growing estate requires the utmost customisation for each specific case. Have you ... -
8 good reasons to invest in Miami
Between its thriving economy, recognised quality of life, exceptional tax benefits and a luxury market that is still affordable, Miami is one of the most favourable destinations when it comes ... -
BARNES reinvents life annuity
Life annuity sales are gaining a new lease of life thanks to BARNES, which is brushing off the dust of this arrangement in order to bring it into alignment with the ... -
An international context ripe with real estate investment opportunities
The first half of 2020 reshuffled the deck in many international markets. Luxury real estate is no exception, but unlike many other sectors, it has emerged from the current health ... -
French Riviera - BARNES opens a concept store in Valbonne
The inland region of Cannes represents a property market in its own right, popular for decades with a family-oriented clientele partial to the unspoilt Provençal atmosphere, set between the sea ... -
Paris, the charms of the Panthéon
BARNES is strengthening its position on the Left Bank of the Seine with the opening of an agency in the Panthéon neighbourhood, at the heart of the 5th arrondissement.. Just a few ... -
Normandy - Deauville makes its comeback
In the wake of the COVID-19 crisis, many challenges related to the overpopulation of small spaces in town centres have been brought to light. BARNES Deauville has seen a strong ... -
Luxury real estate confirms its status as a safe haven
Not only has luxury real estate withstood the blow, but it will probably be one of the few to come out of the current crisis on top. -
The consequences of COVID-19 on your property transactions
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What’s on our radar? New real estate developments in Mauritius
Sur cette île paradisiaque dont la beauté est sans fin, de nouveaux projets immobiliers de luxe éclosent dans le respect de la végétation naturelle. -
Buy a second home in Mauritius
A second home, yes, but not just anywhere. You want it located north of the Tropic of Capricorn, at precisely 20-degrees latitude east. It’s been a long-time dream of yours, and ... -
Invest in paradise: Luxury real estate in Mauritius
In 2019, the Mauritius real estate market is as dynamic as ever. This idyllic getaway destination popular among Ultra High Net Worth Individuals and High Net Worth Individuals (UHNWI and ... -
Buy a magnificent villa in Mauritius
For years you’ve dreamed of buying a house on an island in the Indian Ocean. But not just any island, one of the most beautiful in the world: the island ... -
In the wake of Brexit: Moving from London to Paris
It’s official. The Brexit D-Day is March 29, 2019. The countdown has begun, at least for some. Because this referendum is not just a concept. As the slogan states, "Brexit ... -
Get financing for your real estate acquisition in Switzerland
Are you interested in buying real estate in Switzerland? Why not a family property, an apartment in the city, a mountain chalet amid the alpine pastures, a residence in the middle of ... -
Where do the world's richest people want to live?
The figures have reached dizzying heights: In 2021, 300,000 individuals (UHNWI or Ultra High Net-Worth Individuals) will share a fortune of 36 trillion dollars. Even more interesting is that each ... -
A(+) for an apartment in Athens
The grade is irrefutable. Although much has changed in the last few thousand years, give or take, the curriculum to achieve a happy, fulfilling life has largely remained the same. -
The most popular areas to buy real estate in London
Say whatever you like about the United Kingdom, but the city of London is absolutely unique. A result of the ancestral charism of Buckingham and its royal air, the River Thames, ... -
Investing around Lake Annecy
Annecy, the pearl of the French Alps, and its surroundings are for those who want to sing Tony Bennett's "Oh, the good life!" in the early morning. And there are ... -
Diversify your assets in Mauritius
You’ve already discovered (and dabbled) in the European markets, that of the Americas and the Caribbean, even Asia. But now is the time to explore a new frontier in the world ...