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.
New York proposes tax on luxury second homes over US$5 million
The proposed pied-à-terre tax would hit vacant multimillion-dollar apartments in New York City, aiming to raise $500 million annually.
The Christchurch real estate agent who spent seven weeks in a nun’s habit – and has Miriam Margolyes’ best lines to prove it
A chance Facebook tag led Ray White salesperson Eneka Burroughs from real estate to seven weeks on a…
Domain rolls out 3D property tours nationwide as CEO flags major shift in listings experience
Domain launches nationwide 3D home tour rollout with in-house drone team, aiming to turn static listings into immersive,…
National vacancy hits 1% as rental market tightens further – what it means for PMs
National vacancy tightens further to 1.0% as supply shortages persist, pushing rents up 5.9% annually and keeping pressure…
David Elfick puts Palm Beach’s iconic Palladium dance hall residence on the market
1930s Art Deco former dance hall turned coastal residence and creative retreat, owned by film producer David Elfick…
What is an investment yield?
Why yield matters more than price in commercial real estate
Agents think they have a sales problem. They actually have a ‘relevance problem’
Andy Reid says real estate agents are misreading the modern market, as shrinking information gaps and process-driven selling…
Catalano’s View.com.au collapse ends ambitious challenge to REA and Domain
Collapse of View.com.au ends Antony Catalano's bid to challenge Australia’s property listings duopoly
Two-speed housing market emerges as WA and QLD leave rest of Australia behind
Population growth outpacing new housing in WA and QLD underpins sharp divergence in home values
How Hannah Gill is re-thinking property management
After nearly two decades in property management, Hannah Gill is reimagining the sector with Podium - offering equity,…
NSW ‘Pre-sale Finance Guarantee’ set to accelerate hundreds of new homes
Government-backed scheme removes lender risk and fast-tracks construction across Sydney
Iconic Harrods Estates closes after 130 years
High-end London market hit by tax changes and shifting buyer trends forces closure of historic agency.
Federal Budget looms: 61% of investors may pull back amid tax shake-up
Survey shows 61% of investors could pull back or sell as CGT discount drops and negative gearing is…
Forget the percentages: negotiation is about people
Maddie Harris, property consultant at OBrien Real Estate Berwick, shares 15 years of insights on negotiation, emphasising honesty,…
Luxury homes lead the way as top-end property markets heat up
High-end suburbs in Sydney, Adelaide, and regional hotspots are driving sales, showing that buyers remain willing to pay…
Step inside Jean Harlow’s legendary 1930s LA mansion
Original speakeasy, diving board, and Hollywood-era secrets await in this meticulously preserved Colonial Revival estate once home to…
Brisbane tops commercial yields as most markets see declines
Industrial yields tighten, retail remains highest-risk, and Adelaide posts biggest declines as Brisbane leads the pack.
Wine country steal? Ryan Seacrest drops US$2M off Napa Valley estate
The television host's 40-acre St Helena compound, featuring a main residence, guest cottage and 220-tree olive grove, has…
AML: who carries the compliance load?
A head-office-led AML reporting model aims to streamline compliance and reduce risk for agents.
NZ property market stalls as petrol prices bite into budgets
In NZ, asking prices hold steady while rising fuel costs and economic uncertainty prompt sellers to "press pause"…
Investor appetite for whole apartment blocks soar
Well-capitalised investors are snapping up entire Sydney apartment blocks, seeking control, consistent rental income, and long-term growth in…
Buyers stay cautious as auction market hits 2026 peak
Auction volumes hit their 2026 peak, but are buyers are becoming more selective amid economic uncertainty?
Zero reserve, maximum drama: would you sell a $50M home without a safety net?
How removing the reserve price is turning luxury homes into global hot properties and keeping buyers on their…
Fuel crisis forces national calm test – how real estate leaders can steady their teams now
How real estate leaders can navigate rising fuel costs, supply chain pressures, and workforce stress while keeping teams…
Cooling-off periods: a tool, not a threat for smart agents
Understanding cooling-off periods is essential for real estate agents, it's a professional safeguard that protects buyers, sellers, and…
From dirt roads to drone shots: Kate Jefferies’ hands-on approach to rural real estate
Hands-on rural expertise meets creative storytelling: how Albany-based Ray White Rural WA consultant Kate Jefferies uses photography and…
Tax changes could cut 45,000 homes and push up rents, industry leaders warn
Industry leaders warn that proposed changes to negative gearing and CGT discounts could slash housing supply, drive up…
Why buyers struggle at auction, and how agents can guide them
New research reveals the generational gaps and common pitfalls buyers face at auctions, and why agents who guide…
Energy efficiency is the new property power play agents can no longer ignore
Forget the granite benchtops and European appliances; the next battleground for property value is ‘energy productivity’, and agents…
NSW to launch Smart Rental Bonds to ease renters’ upfront costs
NSW’s new Smart Rental Bonds system will allow tenants to transfer bonds between properties for $25, aiming to…
Meeting the demands of the modern buyer
How technology, immersive content, and AI are reshaping what buyers expect — and what agents need to do…
Step inside Lily Tomlin’s star-studded Palm Springs retreat
The mid-century "Lily Pad" in the exclusive Old Las Palmas neighbourhood features a guest house, five fireplaces and…
Record-low rental affordability hits renters
Record-low rental affordability leaves median-income Australians able to rent just 37% of properties, with NSW and SA the…
Housing outlook amid Middle East energy shocks
Rising energy prices create a split market: winners in resources, pressure on households and housing.
From ‘Bass’ to big bucks: Meghan Trainor’s US$10.7M mansion hits the market
The Grammy-winning singer's extensively renovated estate features a recording studio, resort-style pool, and full tennis court on more…