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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Gaudy lifestyle of controversial real estate agent who drives a $300,000 luxury car and boasts a $15million property empire - as three-year probe into alleged underquoting draws near
High-flying real estate agent Josh Tesolin may be under investigation by NSW Fair Trading, but he hasn't let that put a dampener on his lavish lifestyle. Despite the official scrutiny, Tesolin remains one of Australia's highest-performing agents, reportedly raking in $9million in commissions over the past financial year. Tesolin isn't just a top-selling real estate agent – he and his wife, Sophia, have amassed a property portfolio estimated at more than $15million. This includes a four-bedroom home in Bella Vista, purchased for $2.3million in July 2021, and a five-bedroom house in Rozelle, which sold for $2.2million in 2024. Tesolin also owns two investment properties on the outskirts of Brisbane, acquired for a combined $789,000. He drives a Bentley Bentayga, which start at around $395,800, and has a penchant for Gucci and Louis Vuitton loafers, which retail for $1,600 and $1,700 respectively. Tesolin is also known for his flashy custom suits, including a jacket lined with images of homes he seemingly had a hand in selling, worn at a conference in New Zealand. And on the agent's wrist? A Rolex Day-Date, known as the 'President' model thanks to its association with global power players, which start at around $62,000. The Rolex was made famous by US Presidents like Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford, and Donald Trump, as well as cultural icons Michael Jordan, Jay-Z, and Warren Buffett. Tesolin is also known for gifting luxury timepieces to his staff to mark milestones. One post on social media shows the agent gifting a sales agent a rose gold Rolex, estimated to be valued at over $50,000. In another, a watch worth an estimated $35,000 was handed out. Tesolin, who regularly wears colourful socks, has previously joked that the cartoon patterns help him stay 'relatable' to his clients. 'Vendors often judge agents from the outside - assuming we're arrogant or overly serious - but when I show up in Gucci shoes, a custom suit, and socks with flying pigs, it breaks the ice, makes me more approachable, and shows I don't take myself too seriously,' he told the One Life Club podcast in January, 2024. In 2021, Tesolin was awarded the Number 1 Agent in Australia by RateMyAgent, a title he secured four years in a row, from 2020 to 2023. His wife is listed as the office manager at Ray White Quakers Hill in Sydney's northwest, where Josh is the owner and principal. Daily Mail Australia in April revealed Tesolin and his agency were at the centre of a NSW Fair Trading investigation into underquoting and complaints. The agent publicly acknowledged the investigation for the first time in a podcast interview with disgraced agent Adrian Bo. 'What are we being investigated for? Fair Trading came in, asked for files, we complied with the regulator,' Tesolin said. 'Anything the regulator has asked, whether it be 500 files... three files... we have completely complied with the regulator at every single stage.' A Fair Trading spokesperson last week confirmed the investigation was ongoing. 'The Strata and Property Services Taskforce within NSW Fair Trading is investigating Quakers Hill Ray White Real Estate and Josh Tesolin following proactive compliance blitzes into underquoting and complaints,' they said. 'As this investigation is ongoing, no further comment is available at this time.' The inquiry is expected to wrap up in the coming weeks. Daily Mail Australia does not suggest Tesolin has engaged in underquoting, only that his agency is the subject of an active investigation.
Wall Street Journal
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- Wall Street Journal
Meet the Army of Staffers Who Manage the Mansions of the Ultrarich
As a property manager to the 1%, Sarah Korpela's duties over the years have ranged from mundane to whimsical to downright bizarre. She has tuned bicycles and picked up takeout, planned parties and cleaned up parties. One Christmas Eve in Aspen, she bought a vintage Rolls-Royce for a client's girlfriend, only to have the client skid off the road into a ditch four days later. 'That was a sad moment for the car,' she said. (The client was unharmed.)
Daily Mail
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE The unglamorous reality behind '£1m-a-year' betting influencer's boasts... and why his life in Hull is VERY different to the one he depicts on social media
Glance at 'racing tipster' Scott Shearsmith's social media accounts and you'll find him swigging from a bottle of bubbly on a yacht or fanning out banknotes like Harry Enfield's iconic 1980s buffoon Loadsamoney. Shearsmith, 36, boasts to his 120,000 social media followers of living a luxury lifestyle, claiming he rakes in up to £1 million annually.
Daily Mail
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Yachtie blows the lid on Below Deck... and what life's REALLY like on a superyacht
Lexi Knutson spent two years sailing the seas aboard multimillion-dollar superyachts, but the 26-year-old insists the real world of yachting is a far cry from what reality TV 's Below Deck would have you believe. For two years, Knutson lived a dream that millions fantasize about: working aboard these mega mansions of the sea, sailing across turquoise waters of the Mediterranean and Caribbean, brushing shoulders with billionaires and earning tax-free pay while hopping between St Barth's, Italy and St Lucia.
Associated Press
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
JDV Lifestyle Group Celebrates 5 Years of Cultural Excellence with Two Signature Events: Indulgence and JDV Polo Classic
From curated culinary experiences to luxury sport, JDV's milestone anniversary weekend promises style, substance, and storytelling 'With Indulgence and the Polo Classic, we're showing what the next five years will look like, intentional, impactful, and unapologetically excellent.'— Marlon Bolasingh, COO and Managing Partner of JDV Lifestyle Group NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 / / -- This summer, the JDV Lifestyle Group commemorates five years of innovation and impact in the luxury lifestyle space with two hallmark events that embody the brand's ethos of culture, community, and curation. As part of its anniversary celebration, JDV presents Indulgence: A JDV Culinary Experience on Thursday, July 17, in New York City, followed by the JDV Polo Classic on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at the Greenwich Polo Club in Connecticut. Together, these two events represent JDV's commitment to excellence, not just in experience but in purpose. A Taste of Artistry – Indulgence: A JDV Culinary Experience: Date: Thursday, July 17, 2025 Location: Lavan 541 Chelsea, New York City Indulgence is more than a dinner—it's a curated, multi-sensory journey that invites guests to explore culture through cuisine. Featuring six dynamic chefs and an ensemble of mixologists and performers, this one-night-only event celebrates the power of storytelling through food, flavor, and artistic expression. The featured chefs include: - Shorne Benjamin – Caribbean elegance with precision and flair - Javon Cummins – Award-winning, island-rooted culinary storyteller - Jerome Grant – James Beard nominee championing African-American heritage cuisine - Huda Mumin – Bold Southern flavors with global influence - Anya Peters – The boundary-pushing mind behind Kit an' Kin - Yessima of HAAM – Plant-based Caribbean cuisine redefined Guests will also enjoy thoughtfully crafted cocktails, surprise performances, and immersive moments throughout the night. A portion of proceeds supports mentorship and scholarship initiatives for youth from underrepresented communities. The JDV Polo Classic – Sophistication Meets Sport: Date: Sunday, July 20, 2025 Location: Greenwich Polo Club, Greenwich, CT Closing out the celebration weekend, the JDV Polo Classic returns as a high-style, high-energy summer tradition. Hosted at the prestigious Greenwich Polo Club, this luxury sporting and social affair offers an afternoon of elevated hospitality, Caribbean elegance, and fashionable flair. Guests can expect: - Premium field side lounges - Curated culinary offerings - Signature cocktails - Live entertainment - An unforgettable polo match Now in its third edition, the JDV Polo Classic is more than a match—it's a moment. One that brings together tastemakers, creatives, and changemakers in a vibrant celebration of culture and excellence. Five Years. One Vision. Countless Memories. 'What started as a bold idea is now a movement,' says Marlon Bolasingh, COO and Managing Partner of JDV Lifestyle Group. 'These five years have been about building community and celebrating culture. And with Indulgence and the Polo Classic, we're showing what the next five years will look like—intentional, impactful, and unapologetically excellent.' For tickets and full event details, visit: Marilyn Remo Tené Nicole Creative Agency +1 201-638-2685 email us here Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
