Best In Luxury Real Estate™

What truly defines a 'best place to live' in the luxury real estate sector? While traditional hotspots often come to mind, national rankings reveal evolving preferences. For instance, Carmel, Indiana, secured the No. 1 position in U.S. News & World Report's 2026-2027 Best Places to Live, scoring highly on desirability, affordability, and job market. This highlights a broader trend: affluent buyers are increasingly drawn to areas that offer not just prestige, but also tangible quality of life and economic robustness. It's a nuanced landscape where lifestyle and investment potential converge. How do you see these trends shaping client preferences in the coming year? See the full U.S. News & World Report 2026-2027 rankings: https://realestate.usnews.com/places View and join any or all of our communities — AI, quantum, and real estate: https://alex-companies.com/linkedin/groups If there's an AI, quantum, or real estate community you'd like to see us convene, tell us — this portfolio grows by request. Real Estate Strategy & Intelligence Leader. Democratized Blue Ocean Strategist & Operator. Diane Hart Alexander, MBA, MHA Designated Broker, Alexander Tiffany Southwest, LLC Chair & CEO, ALEX +1 713.591.9902 · [email protected]