All real estate is local. True, but chances are you, like us, are intrigued by luxury real estate around the world. Below is a snapshot from Luxury Portfolio International’s latest Market Pulse report.

Beverly Hills
* Highest sale in past 12 months: $120 million
* Buyers who want it all want: a bowling alley, beauty salon, a knock-out media room and hammam (Turkish bath)
* Compared to last year, prices are: up
* Top 10% of inventory across the market: $30 million and above
* Bottom line: More $20 million-plus homes are being sold than ever before

Geneva
* Highest sale in past 12 months: $64 million
* The market is currently: a buyer’s market
* Most international buyers are coming from: France and the Ukraine
* Top 10% of inventory across the market: above $17 million
* It’s worth it because: Economic and political stability, as well as a sense of security and excellent quality of life

Hong Kong
* Highest sale in past 12 months: $67.9 million
* Market is currently: a buyer’s market
* Most international buyers are coming from: Mainland China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines
* Luxury buyers are looking for homes with: Clubhouse facilities and convenience to high-end shopping
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