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Ten years ago, family offices in Russia were rarely discussed and usually in a low voice. By 2026, the picture has changed: family offices have become a noticeable player in the luxury real estate market. These structures manage substantial property portfolios on behalf of their clients, bringing something that was largely absent from “private” assets before — institutional discipline. Ashtons International Realty explains how family offices work with real estate, what this structure provides, and how it interacts with professional brokers.

Between January and May 2026, Russia recorded 568,793 secondary housing market transactions—nearly a fifth more than the previous year. We look into who is returning to move-in ready apartments and what this turnaround means for buyers in the premium segment.

From a private reception and a signature coffee ritual to discussions on philanthropy and exclusive residential developments — a day at Four Seasons that marked the beginning of a significant partnership.

How ESG Principles Are Reshaping the Luxury Real Estate Market and Why They Matter for Buyers and Investors

How digital systems have become part of the luxury product. What is truly worth paying for, and what is merely marketing noise.

The legal nuances, price comparisons, investment potential, and hidden pitfalls of serviced apartments.

How the aesthetics of the premium segment are changing, which solutions are becoming standard, and which are becoming outdated.