Catherine Nikas-Boulos
Catherine Nikas-Boulos is the Digital Editor at Elite Agent and has spent the last 20 years covering (and coveting) real estate around the country.
Inflation uptick underscores delicate balance for housing and households
Australia’s inflation rate has climbed higher than expected, fuelling concern across the housing, construction and finance sectors and all but ending hopes of an interest rate cut this year. The latest Consumer Price Index figures reveal renewed pressure from housing-related costs, prompting industry leaders to warn that affordability, confidence and supply are all at risk if policy settings don’t strike the right balance.
‘Home Improvement’ star Patricia Richardson lists Brentwood, LA family home for sale
Patricia Richardson’s long-time Brentwood residence blends privacy, comfort and classic East Coast design across nearly 6,700 square feet.…
Sprint to the finish: what agents should focus on between now and Christmas
With around seven selling Saturdays left before Christmas, The Agency’s CEO Matt Lahood says the best agents aren’t…
Dancing with the Stars’ Kym Johnson lists $19m Rose Bay harbourfront apartment
Luxury meets celebrity in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, where Dancing with the Stars professional Kym Johnson and her husband,…
Douglas Elliman launches global expansion with new offices in France and Monaco
Douglas Elliman has taken its first formal step into the global market, establishing offices across France and Monaco…
Victoria announces biggest planning overhaul in decades to fast-track housing
Victoria’s property and development sector is bracing for major change, with the Allan Labor Government unveiling sweeping planning…
Kochie warns RBA could “go nuclear” on interest rates if inflation climbs
With buyers watching every rate move and vendors weighing their next steps, agents will be paying close attention…
From blue-chip bargains to coastal climbers: McGrath’s suburb picks for 2026
The 2026 McGrath Property Report names 20 suburbs across four states tipped for growth, from Sydney’s Inner West…
Forget the pep talks, this is what real mentoring looks like
Mentoring isn’t a buzzword in Elsie Corby’s office, it’s a daily discipline. Targets are tracked, standards are clear,…
From Sinatra to the Reagans: A Beverly Hills party pad lists for AUD$30.8 million
A mid-century gem with deep Hollywood roots has hit the Beverly Hills market, asking just under US$20 million…
Google signs one of 2025’s largest commercial property leases in India
Global tech giant Google has made headlines in India’s commercial property sector, finalising one of the largest office…
Paul McGee on mastering change and building unbreakable teams
In a market that never stands still, the agents who thrive aren’t necessarily the toughest or the smartest,…
NSW strengthens rental protections for domestic violence victim-survivors
New tenancy laws passed by the NSW Parliament will give domestic violence victim-survivors stronger rights to leave unsafe…
The most famous house in America gets a Trump-style makeover
The East Wing of the White House, one of America’s most recognisable architectural symbols, is being demolished to…
Dubai property market breaks records AED 170.7 billion in Q3 Sales
Dubai’s skyline isn’t the only thing reaching new heights; its property market just hit another all-time record. The…
Capital city house prices rising at fastest pace in four years
Australia’s housing market is heating up again, with capital city house prices rising at their fastest pace in…
“It starts with awareness”: Jellis Craig CEO Andrew McCann on real estate’s role in tackling homelessness
The real estate industry sits at the front line of Australia’s housing crisis. Jellis Craig CEO Andrew McCann…
Trump Organization expands in India amid partners’ legal troubles
The Trump Organization is deepening its push into India with a string of luxury real estate projects, even…
Flood risk wiping billions from Australian property values, new report finds
Flood risk is emerging as a hidden factor in Australia’s property market, with new national data revealing that…
Surf icon’s former Mona Vale home hits the market with $7.5m+ price guide
A slice of Australian surf history has hit the market, with the Mona Vale beachfront home once owned…
School zones add up to 89% to property prices across New Zealand
Families hoping to buy into New Zealand’s top public school zones are paying steep premiums, with new data…
Why great real estate leaders know when to step back
The best agency leaders understand that growth depends on trust. Here’s how to hand over responsibility without losing…
Qatar to grant title deeds and residency visas within days to foreign property buyers
Qatar is accelerating its efforts to attract international investment by allowing foreign property buyers to receive ownership title…
EU to crack down on Airbnb-style rentals as housing costs spark ‘social crisis’
The European Commission is preparing to introduce its first continent-wide affordable housing plan, targeting the rising influence of…
Lower rates and tight rental markets fuel investor return
Investor confidence in Australia’s property market has rebounded, with REA Group’s latest PropTrack Terri Scheer Investor Report showing…
Six questions every real estate leader should ask to keep their team thriving
Behind every high-performing agency is a motivated team, but how often do leaders really check in with their…
How to grow without breaking: David Highland on building scale, stability and culture
With five mergers, two marine acquisitions and seven new rent rolls in just four years, David Highland has…
Gold-plated glamour: Sydney’s Versace apartment turns heads worldwide
From 24k gold door handles to a Versace-branded intercom, this Sydney apartment is pure designer drama.
‘Extend and pretend’: lenders tread water as commercial property values sink
Banks and landlords in the UK and Europe are locked in a waiting game, stretching loan terms and…
National vacancy rate holds at 1.2%
SQM Research’s latest figures confirm the rental squeeze isn’t letting up, with national vacancies steady at 1.2% and…
Real estate faces a balancing act as economy rebounds: CommBank outlook to 2026
Cautious optimism returns as stable growth, steady prices and improving confidence set the tone for Australia’s 2025 property…
Melbourne hits new peak as Darwin gathers pace
Melbourne prices edge past their previous peak as Darwin records one of the strongest annual gains nationwide.
Why community investment is smart business
Community engagement has become one of Ray White Mt Gambier’s strongest competitive advantages. Under Principal Tahlia Gabrielli, the…
Australia takes unwanted silver for weather losses and the property market is paying the price
Australia’s property market is facing mounting pressure as the cost of extreme weather continues to climb. New data…
Why “being yourself” can hold you back
In real estate, you’re told to “be authentic," but former U.S. Secret Service Special Agent Evy Poumpouras says…