5Selling Prestige – Behind Scotland’s Most Expensive Home – Maria Johnstone – Episode #5
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What does it take to sell Scotland’s most expensive home? Marie Johnston of Wilson Property Group joins us to share the inside story of luxury property sales – from emotional buyers to strategic decisions and the high-pressure world of prestige development.
Discover the entrepreneurial journey that led Marie from diverse business ventures to selling some of Edinburgh’s most exclusive properties, including multi-million-pound estates. What does it take to sell the country’s priciest homes? Marie reveals her unique strategy, navigating both local demand and an increasing appetite from international buyers seeking stability in global property investments.
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