The ultrawealthy are buying nearby homes to keep staff close—and Larry Ellison and Mark Zuckerberg are two examples

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What happened

Ellison spent nearly $10 million on homes for his staff near his Florida estate, while Zuckerberg has spent more than $110 million buying up his Palo Alto block.

Key facts

  • Ellison spent nearly $10 million on homes for his staff near his Florida estate, while Zuckerberg has spent more than $110 million buying up his Palo Alto block.
  • Reported by Fortune and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:04:00 UTC.

Why it matters

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What to watch next

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Coverage timeline

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