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INDUSTRY NEWS
Are international students behind Australia’s housing crisis?
International students could absorb 70 per cent of the new homes built in Australia between now and 2028, a new study has revealed.
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The global failure of rent controls: A tale of international cities
In an endeavour to address Australia's rental housing affordability crisis, there have been calls for a freeze on rents, caps on rental increases and various other forms of rent controls.
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Florida law bans some international buyers
Certain groups of foreigners will no longer be able to purchase property in Florida in the US after Governor Ron Desantis signed a new bill limiting foreign ownership.
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International Women’s Day: What it means to the real estate industry
To celebrate 2023’s International Women’s Day, we spoke to some of the most inspiring and influential leaders in the real industry to find out how real estate has changed in recent years, what needs to be done better and their advice for women starting out in the industry.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
International buyers return to luxury property markets
With travel restrictions continuing to ease by the day, international buyers have returned to hunting for luxury property in many of the world's most exclusive markets.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Where are our most international suburbs?
The results of the 2021 Census have now been released and with it, a fascinating look at the diverse demographics of Australia. While most new arrivals to Australia come to Sydney first, it’s not then possible to easily find out where they decide to settle. The Census provides us with a deeper understanding into settlement patterns around the country. And…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Cold, unhealthy rental homes don’t meet international standards
Australian renters are being forced to live in cold, unhealthy homes that aren’t meeting international standards on indoor temperatures according to a new report.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Sydney properties top the international waterfront index
Luxury waterfront properties in Sydney command the highest premiums in the world, with the Harbour City taking out top spot in this year’s international waterfront index.
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Elite Agent
What International Women’s Day means to me
International Women's Day means different things to different people. For some women it is a celebration of all women have achieved, while for others it is a time to focus on future goals and what still needs to be done.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Return of international students welcome news for investors
The impending return of international students will be welcome news to Sydney investors, particularly those with apartments near the city’s universities. With most Sydney residents now vaccinated against COVID-19, the NSW Government has announced hundreds of international students will be permitted to return from as early as December, with tens of thousands to follow in 2022. Century 21 Eastern Beaches…
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Victoria
Melbourne’s student housing reduced to “skeleton skyscrapers” amid international border closures
Border closures that stopped thousands of international students studying at Australian universities, has reportedly caused entire buildings to remain vacant, impacted on small businesses, and left self-funded retirees worried about how they will pay their mortgages.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Expats and international investors stoking the local market
International investors and expats looking to return home to Australia are continuing to show strong interest in many markets across the country and are contributing to upward pressure on house prices.
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Elite Agent
Small town business owner achieves international success with LJ Hooker
LJ Hooker Waihi Beach owner Gary Alway has been recognised as a top agent internationally for the real estate giant. Gary reached the top 2.5 per cent of all LJ Hooker agents, with the brand boasting more than 500 offices internationally. The ranking rewards exceptional achievement and showcases the expertise of agents across the multitude of LJ Hooker offices. The…
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‘Pain before gain’ – Investors will return with the international students
“Investors who already own property and are suffering may want to hang in there for another six or 12 months."
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Elite Agent
LJ Hooker honours top performers at International Awards
LJ Hooker has recognised its top performers across Australia and New Zealand at its annual International Awards Night, held virtually this year. LJ Hooker Network Chief Graeme Hyde said the awards night is the most important event of the year, especially during these unprecedented times. “With the year 2020 has…
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NEWS
RE/MAX top real estate franchise on international Top 200 list
For the twelfth straight year, RE/MAX has ranked as the No. 1 real estate franchise brand in the annual Franchise Times Top 200 list, based on global sales. RE/MAX Australia Managing Director, Joel Davoren, said the honour reinforced the enduring quality of the brand, and its resilience, innovation and leadership. “This recognition reflects the quality of RE/MAX broker owners and agents around…
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Harcourts International announces new COO
Harcourts International has announced the appointment of a new Chief Operating Officer, with Andrew Friebe stepping into the role. Announcing the appointment, Harcourts International CEO Steve Caradoc-Davies said it gave him great pleasure to welcome Mr Friebe back to the corporate leadership team at Harcourts. “His in-depth knowledge and understanding of real estate, both within a real estate business and…
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Josh Mana team joins Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty
When it comes to the reason why Josh Mana entered the world of real estate, he both blames and credits his wife, Carrie. “I was a refrigeration air-conditioning technician in my early 20s and eventually got out of the trade in NSW when I moved to the Gold Coast,” Mr Mana said. “My wife, Carrie, was in property management and…
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Sotheby’s International Realty ready to offer their services to Byron Bay
Experienced agent Dominique Vasers Williams has joined Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty as the brand looks set to service the Byron Bay and Northern Rivers region. A consummate professional who notes real estate is in her blood, Ms Williams said the name Sotheby’s International Realty is associated with luxury, quality properties and service. When asked how long she has been in…
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Finder survey says…cash rate hold and international borders to remain closed
The cash rate is anticipated to remain on hold and Australia is projected to lose $25 billion in foreign spending, according to a recent survey by Finder. In this month’s Finder RBA Cash Rate Survey – the largest of its kind in Australia – 42 experts and economists weighed in on future cash rate moves and other issues related to the state…
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Brand Editorial
Cameron Kusher: International Markets
Cameron Kusher will be speaking at Prop20 in March and April. To register for this event visit proprea.com.au. Cameron, what’s your area of speciality? Residential property is more my speciality (than commercial or other forms of real estate), as is blending economic and demographic trends with what we see in our data, and more specifically on housing. What topic(s) will you…
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Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty welcomes industry veteran
Veteran Brisbane real estate professional Glenn Gracie has joined forces with Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty. With 32 years in the industry under his belt, Mr Gracie has long been a familiar face in the desirable lifestyle suburb of New Farm, launching his own real estate business and spending all of his career and family life in the riverside pocket. Queensland…
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Harcourts International strengthens leadership with new CEO appointment
Global real estate franchise group, Harcourts International, today announced the appointment of Steve Caradoc-Davies as Chief Executive Officer to lead the 132-year-old company into the next era. Mr Caradoc-Davies will take over leadership of the 900-office network and approximately 10,000 team members in nine countries, from Mike Green, who takes on a new focus within the business. Both…
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Gold Coast agent returns to Sotheby’s International Realty
A strong desire to re-establish a name for selling premium property in a high-end market proved the main motivation for one of the Gold Coast’s hardest working agents to return to Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty. Sales agent Karen Pirie has realigned with Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty after first working with the brand when popular CEO Paul Arthur took the helm.…
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Qld Sotheby’s International Realty adds elite agent to line-up
Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty’s strong prestige presence has lured experienced Gold Coast real estate sales agent Isaac Genc to the blue-chip brand. Mr Genc is one of the Gold Coast’s top-performing sales agents, who has redefined real estate excellence in the area through innovative property marketing strategies delivering outstanding results. For more than eight years he has focused on achieving…
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LJ Hooker honours top performers at International Awards
LJ Hooker has recognised its top performers across Australia and New Zealand at its annual conference and International Awards gala, held earlier this week on the Gold Coast. LJ Hooker Network Chief Graeme Hyde said the awards night is the most important event of the year, especially in a challenging market. “Despite the market challenges faced by the real estate…
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Sotheby’s International Realty expands in Western Australia
On the back of highly-successful senior sales roles, Meryl Carter has been announced as new Director of Sotheby’s Riverside location in Western Australia. Ms Carter said her extensive experience, including working with luxury brands such as Bombardier Business Jets and in numerous sales director and general management roles in global firms, stands her in good stead for the new position.…
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Colliers International appoints new leader for Western Sydney growth
Colliers International has appointed market leading commercial real estate expert Frank Oliveri to lead its ambitious growth plans in Western Sydney. Mr Oliveri joins Colliers International from CBRE, where he was the Managing Director for the Western Sydney, North Sydney, and South Sydney offices. He has spent the past 11 years specialising in investment sales within the Western Sydney and…
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Queensland Sotheby’s International Real Estate welcomes Veronika Princeton-Hall
Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty has expanded its presence in southeast Queensland with the recruitment of Senior Sales Executive Veronika Princeton-Hall. Ms Princeton-Hall boasts over 17 years experience in both the Brisbane and Gold Coast regions. Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty CEO Paul Arthur said the addition of Ms Princeton-Hall was instrumental in the company’s goals for growth. “Veronika brings such a…
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International House Sydney: Rider Levett Bucknall Australian Development of the Year
Lendlease has claimed the nation’s top property prize, receiving the Rider Levett Bucknall Australian Development of the Year award for their innovative timber marvel, International House Sydney. Lendlease was presented with the accolade at the Property Council of Australia / Rider Levett Bucknall Innovation and Excellence Awards in Sydney on Friday. “International House is not only a construction industry ‘game…
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Colliers International welcomes two new faces to the Canberra team
Colliers International has welcomed its newest agent Sisi Chen to its Canberra team while also welcoming back Michael Pearson and Nathan Burraston. “Over the past six months our team has grown by 50 per cent,” Colliers International Director Residential, Shane Radnell revealed. Late last year the office also recruited Tom Maloney. “The number of residential sales agents employed in our…
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Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty welcomes Hope Island team
Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty has strengthened its presence on the Gold Coast with the recruitment of Hope Island real estate specialist Suni Surti. Mr Surti and his team relocated from the UK in 2006 and, according to Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty CEO, Paul Arthur, their addition supports the company’s continued commitment to the northern Gold Coast region. “They’re an experienced…
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Colliers International ACT to expand with a new office in the Civic Quarter
After recently taking out the 2019 Real Estate Institute of Australia Commercial Agency of the Year, Colliers International ACT has outgrown its current office space and will move into the A-Grade Civic Quarter (CQ) when it is completed later this year. “Our business has continually performed strongly year-on-year and this has allowed us to continue to welcome new members to…
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Colliers International and Ad Group have partnered to launch a First Home Buyers guide
Melbourne-founded property technology business, AD Group have partnered with Colliers International to promote their First Home Buyers Guide to buying off-the-plan in NSW, a manual for first-home buyers to assist them in entering the NSW property market. ‘We are really proud to have developed Colliers International First Home Buyers Guide,” said Dennis Vertzayias, National Director, Head of NSW Residential Project…
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