BiggerPockets Daily This Real Estate Brokerage Just Made it Possible to Buy Homes With Crypto
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Jul 25, 2025 A staggering $65 million mansion in Beverly Hills was recently purchased with cryptocurrency, showcasing the growing trend in real estate. Christie's International Real Estate is leading the charge with a dedicated crypto division, allowing anonymous transactions. The discussion highlights new laws like the GENIUS Act, which are shaping the future of digital asset-backed property deals. With an increase in crypto adoption among Americans, the implications for investors and brokers are profound. This shift could revolutionize how we view real estate financing.
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Christie's Launches Crypto Division
- Christie's International Real Estate launched the first major brokerage division dedicated to crypto real estate transactions.
- The division manages a $1 billion luxury home portfolio open to cryptocurrency offers, including multi-million dollar listings.
Crypto's Appeal: Privacy and Anonymity
- Privacy is a strong driver for crypto real estate deals, allowing buyers to remain anonymous.
- Sellers use legal intermediaries to verify fund legitimacy without knowing buyer identities.
Anonymous High-Value Transactions
- Aaron Kerman completed deals where buyer identities remained completely anonymous.
- This discretion appeals to high-net-worth clients valuing privacy in transactions.