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.
Rent growth slows to lowest rate since 2021
The Australian rental market is showing signs of relief for tenants, with rents growing at their slowest pace since late 2021, according to the latest figures.
Ivana Trump’s lavish NYC townhouse still on the market for $30.3 million
The opulent Manhattan townhouse that once belonged to Ivana Trump remains on the market more than two years…
Consumer confidence kicks off 2025 with a boost
Consumer confidence surged in the first week of 2025, rising 3.6 points to 87.5 according to the latest…
Billionaires retreat from London’s ‘super-prime’ market
London’s super-prime property market experienced a downturn in 2024, with billionaire buyers pulling back amid economic and political…
Private equity bets big on UK rental market
Private equity firms and pension funds are ramping up their investments in the UK rental market, with a…
Raine & Horne appoints Chris Nicholl as CEO to lead next phase of growth
The move comes after a standout year of growth, including a significant brand refresh and an expansion into…
Bill Murray’s historic home hits the market
The Yellow House, a storied property once owned by actor and comedian Bill Murray, has been listed for…
National home values record first decline in almost two years
CoreLogic’s Home Value Index (HVI) ended 2024 with its first national decline in nearly two years, dropping by…
Granny flats take centre stage in SA’s housing market
South Australia’s housing crisis has reshaped homebuyers’ priorities, with granny flats now high on shopping lists as intergenerational…
Iconic ‘Breaking Bad’ house listed for sale
The house made famous as Walter White’s residence in the hit TV series Breaking Bad has hit the…
Robert Redford’s waterfront retreat exceeds US$4.15 million asking price
Robert Redford and his wife, Sibylle Szaggars Redford, sold their Tiburon, California, waterfront home for $4.65 million ($7.15…
Real estate heavyweights spill on crushing 2025’s challenges and grabbing opportunities
From tackling social injustices to leveraging technology and maintaining balance, these industry leaders highlight the strategies that will…
Lionel Messi opens his €223 million real estate portfolio to investors
Football icon Lionel Messi has taken a bold step off the pitch, listing his real estate investment trust…
Top 50 Australian Residential Real Estate Industry Influencers 2024
What a year it's been for real estate - From AI-powered platforms reshaping the industry to market-shifting policy…
Bing Crosby’s former Palm Desert estate hits the market for $13.5 million (AUD $21 Million)
A sprawling Palm Desert estate, once owned by legendary singer Bing Crosby and steeped in Hollywood lore, is…
How real estate agents can thrive in 2025
With the real estate market in constant flux, agents face a choice: evolve or risk being left behind.…
How top-performing school zones are driving Australia’s property market
In the competitive landscape of Australian real estate, access to high-performing public schools has become a pivotal factor…
Inside Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s US$68 million property
In the heart of Beverly Hills, a sprawling 12-bedroom, 24-bathroom mansion continues to capture Hollywood's attention, not just…
Confidence rises, but housing supply and construction challenges persist in property sector
The December 2024 Procore/Property Council Industry Sentiment Survey paints a complex picture for Australia’s property industry.
Perth steals the show in a year of resilience
CoreLogic’s Best of the Best 2024 report reveals a year of surprises and resilience in the Australian property…
Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward’s NYC penthouse is a must-see
A slice of Hollywood history has arrived on the New York real estate market. The longtime penthouse of…
Real estate becomes India’s status symbol as luxury properties dominate 2024
Affluent buyers across major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Gurugram, and Bengaluru have embraced high-end properties as both a…
Why real estate is the go-to second career for professionals and celebs
Romany Brooks and Ryan Trama have turned career changes into real estate success stories, drawing on their unique…
Luxury real estate thrives in Kabul
In a city long associated with conflict and recovery, an unexpected phrase is beginning to echo through the…
Monaco unveils Mareterra: the world’s most expensive and controversial “eco-district”
Prince Albert of Monaco celebrated the grand opening of Mareterra, a six-hectare "eco-district" built on reclaimed land from…
Realestate.co.nz declares 2024 a ‘Goldilocks’ market
New Zealand’s housing market has hit a sweet spot for both buyers and sellers, according to the latest…
Homes at London’s most expensive development start at a staggering £35 Million
London’s priciest residential development, billionaire John Caudwell’s £2 billion 1 Mayfair, has set a new standard for luxury living,…
The great debate: should the real estate industry shut down over Christmas?
As the festive season approaches, the question of whether real estate agencies should close their doors sparks a…
Top 10 affordable investment hotspots under $500K
For your buyers seeking affordable investment opportunities, new research from Washington Brown, powered by Hotspotting, has highlighted Australia’s…
Helping agents unlock growth through smart financial planning
For Wayne Johnson, Founder and Managing Director of Agent Profit Planner, numbers tell the real story behind a…
Is a rate cut out for 2024 as inflation holds steady?
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is expected to hold the cash rate steady at its final meeting…
REIV has concerns about Victoria’s new rental reforms
The Victorian Government has unveiled sweeping new rental reforms to protect tenants, including stricter rules on rent increases,…
Six reasons why Queensland has soared past Victoria to become an investor paradise
Queensland has stormed past Victoria to become the second-largest property investor market in Australia, trailing only New South…
US buyers poised to benefit in a shifting 2025 housing market
The US property market is set to provide more breathing room for buyers in the New Year, according…
2024 property market insights: lessons learned and trends to watch in 2025
As the market reflects on a tumultuous 2024, Michelle May, founder and principal of Michelle May Buyers Agents…