As the year winds down, the world’s wealthiest aren’t slowing down — they’re strategizing. For luxury property owners and elite buyers, December is more than a holiday season. It’s a window to maximize wealth, restructure assets, and make smart, tax-savvy moves before the clock strikes midnight on January 1st.
Here’s your exclusive year-end checklist — curated for discerning real estate investors and lifestyle-driven high-net-worth individuals.
✅ 1. Close on Strategic Property Purchases
If you're considering a luxury acquisition — whether for personal use or portfolio growth — closing before year-end can offer serious benefits.
Why now?
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Capital gains positioning for 2025
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Lock in favorable interest or foreign exchange rates
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Potential write-offs for investment-related purchases or expenses
Penthouse Queen Insight: Our Private MLS still holds exclusive penthouses in Toronto, NYC, and Miami ready to close before Dec 31 — ideal for those looking to expand global real estate holdings fast.
✅ 2. Optimize for Real Estate Tax Efficiency
Luxury real estate offers unique tax levers — but they need to be activated before year-end.
Key moves to consider:
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Accelerate property tax payments before Dec 31 to claim deductions (where applicable)
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Evaluate cost segregation on investment properties to increase depreciation claims
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Review 1031 exchange opportunities (for U.S. buyers) if you're selling high-value assets
Pro Tip: Coordinate with your CPA and real estate advisor now — not in January.
✅ 3. Balance Your Global Property Portfolio
Year-end is the ideal moment to assess your property spread across cities, markets, and asset classes.
Ask yourself:
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Do I have the right mix of primary, secondary, and income-producing properties?
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Am I overweighted in any one market (e.g., Toronto vs. Miami)?
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Is it time to enter new luxury markets like Dubai or London for long-term growth?
Penthouse Queen Advisory: We offer portfolio audits and can source off-market listings in prime global cities for strategic balancing.
✅ 4. Lock In Concierge and Lifestyle Subscriptions
Many luxury services increase pricing or exclusivity at the top of the year.
Lock in now:
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Private aviation memberships (NetJets, VistaJet)
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Luxury travel clubs or villa networks (e.g., The Mantis Collection, Inspirato)
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Interior design retainers or wine cellar builds
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Penthouse Queen concierge packages for 2025 — including real estate, lifestyle, and relocation services.
✅ 5. Revisit Your Trusts, Titles & Estate Plan
Ultra-luxury assets require elite-level estate structuring. Before year-end:
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Review ownership structures (holding corps, trusts, nominee structures)
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Ensure property titles are in the correct legal name for privacy and asset protection
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Update beneficiary designations for global assets
If any of your properties are in jurisdictions with new tax or disclosure laws for 2025 (such as increased transparency rules), act now.
📝 Final Word: Prepare to Win the Next Year — This Month
Luxury isn’t about flash — it’s about foresight. December isn’t downtime — it’s decision time. Whether you’re planning to acquire, offload, restructure, or simply prepare for your next global move, the smartest luxury clients are making moves now — not in Q1.
Need a year-end advisory session?
Penthouse Queen offers elite buyers full-service support: from legal referrals and tax planning coordination to private listings and concierge transitions.
Let us help you close the year in strength — and start 2025 already ahead.
