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.
Geopolitical shock tests Dubai property’s safe‑haven status
Geopolitical tensions stall deals in Dubai, but brokers say most transactions could still proceed if stability returns.
Say less, sell more: what the ‘Dilution Effect’ means for real estate agents
How real estate agents can make every word count by sticking to their strongest arguments - and avoid…
Off-market sales explained
Discover how off-market property sales work in Australia, why sellers choose them, and how new agents can navigate…
RBA faces ‘Live’ rate decision as Middle East conflict sparks inflation risks
Geopolitical tensions and rising energy costs put March RBA meeting firmly ‘live’, as markets price in higher interest…
World surf champion Jack Robinson lists iconic Margaret River clifftop home
The Olympic medallist’s four-bedroom Gnarabup retreat, complete with a granny flat and wellness studio, offers uninterrupted views of…
AML is shaking up real estate – and some are still in denial
Anti-money laundering rules are forcing real estate offices to act, but responses across the industry vary widely.
Capital city home values crack $1 million as national prices hit new record
PropTrack’s February 2026 index shows national prices up 0.5% for the month and 9.1% annually, with Perth leading…
“Rightsizers” driving boom in prestige apartment market
Australians are embracing “rightsizing” into luxury apartments, driving a boom in prestige apartment sales. McGrath data reveals record…
Juggling multiple roles: the oversight you can’t get from just one hat
Laura McKay, COO at Highland Property, shares how juggling management, sales, and auctioneering gives her insights into the…
Payday Super reforms will reshape real estate payroll from July 2026
Real estate agencies face major payroll and cashflow changes under the new Payday Super rules, with contributions due…
Artist Hunt Slonem snaps up haunted Rhode Island mansion
The 43,772-square-foot Gilded Age estate served as the exterior for cult TV series "Dark Shadows" and is reportedly…
Why growth only works when strategy and infrastructure keep pace
After a $25 million launch, Matt Lahood shares the hard lessons of growing The Agency: why planning, systems, and…
Vendor paid advertising: the investment conversation agents can’t avoid
Vendor Paid Advertising (VPA) lets sellers fund strategic marketing campaigns, from premium portal placement to social media promotion,…
Trump Tower to rise on the Gold Coast in $1.5 Billion first Australian project
The 91-storey Trump International Hotel & Tower will feature luxury apartments, hotel rooms, and retail, aiming to become…
REIQ returns to REIA after 11-year break, strengthening national real estate voice
Return gives Queensland agents a seat at the federal table and pathways to the REIA National Awards for…
Switch off to switch on: how smarter boundaries sharpen your edge in real estate
Why the deals you replay at night may be hurting your performance more than the ones you lose.
Reading people, not just properties: the art of emotional intelligence in real estate
Megan Hill of First National Copper Coast reveals how empathy, intuition, and even fashion cues help her tailor…
Investor capital rotates: Melbourne gains as Perth and Queensland cool
Investor activity shifts from Perth and Queensland toward Melbourne and select smaller capitals, signalling opportunities for sales and…
Underquoting uncovered: how accurate pricing builds trust and keeps you compliant
Learn what underquoting really means, the rules in each state, and how new agents can stay compliant while…
Golden Girls star Estelle Getty’s Hollywood Hills home listed for US$7.65 million
The gated 1940s residence features classic period details, a 1,500-bottle wine cellar and nearly half an acre in…
Inside a property management overhaul
Chantelle Collin on rebuilding team pathways, reducing burnout, and why sustainable property management starts with people, not portfolio…
“Buying with a calculator” – Tony Williamson on returning to real estate and the investor wave reshaping Cairns
After two retirements and decades at the top end of Far North Queensland real estate, Tony Williamson returns…
‘Death tax by stealth’: Why inherited homes may hit the market faster
Proposed ATO changes could accelerate estate sales, tighten timelines and pull agents into more tax-driven conversations with grieving…
Thinking of switching careers into real estate? Read this first
With career-changers flooding into real estate, a former compliance professional outlines why the industry still rewards discipline, mentoring…
Inside the exclusive London square once home to Tony and Cherie Blair
The tightly held Connaught Square address has attracted prime ministers, TV stars and Grammy winners - and is…
Finding your voice in a performance industry
Marianne Hynes on the hidden cost of people-pleasing and why honest leadership is becoming a competitive advantage in…
When perks fall short: property management looks to healthcare to tackle burnout
As staff burnout continues to challenge property management, one agency is trialling accessible healthcare to reduce pressure and…
Door knocking and data: Why the ‘silver platter’ era of real estate is dead
As the market resets, Molly Gibbons argues that agents who double down on training, structure and real-world presence…
Why command-and-control leadership no longer works in real estate
As agencies scale and expectations shift, McGrath’s Head of Franchise Services Christopher Mourd says the future belongs to…
Australian house prices rise 560 per cent over 25 years
New Propertyology research reveals property values grew from $210,000 to $1.18 million nationally, with 16 townships achieving 700…
How to become an auctioneer: Andy Reid on the skills that matter, how to practise, and what separates the best from the rest
What aspiring auctioneers need to understand before they ever call an auction
Rate hike signals slower gear for the housing market
The Reserve Bank has raised interest rates in response to stubborn inflation. Experts assess the impact on borrowing…
When family is the business: How to lead, negotiate and survive in a family-run agency
Family-run real estate agencies face unique pressures when growth slows. Lessons on authority, succession and change from a…
Four pillars shaping the most successful real estate agencies in 2026
From value-based fees and precision marketing to human-centred AI and personal brand, Matt Giggs explains the four pillars…
Why speed and systems can’t replace judgement in real estate: “You can automate tasks. You can’t automate care.”
Kiarni Hall on leadership, psychological safety and why performance can’t be measured by KPIs alone.