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.
Big wins for home sellers, but unit owners feel the pinch
Australian home sellers achieved record-breaking profits in the December 2024 quarter, with a median nominal gain of $306,000, according to CoreLogic's latest Pain & Gain report.
New York’s Woolworth mansion drops price to just under US$50 Million
A landmark Upper East Side townhouse, known as the Woolworth Mansion, has seen its asking price slashed by…
Trump’s tariffs push up construction costs for US developers
Real estate developers across the US are facing rising costs as President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs increase prices…
Brisbane and Gold Coast property markets bounce back after Cyclone Alfred
Just a week after Cyclone Alfred disrupted open homes and auctions, Brisbane and the Gold Coast real estate…
Ellen DeGeneres lists one of her last US homes following UK move
Ellen DeGeneres is continuing to shed her US real estate portfolio, putting one of her last remaining Montecito,…
Five years on: COVID-19’s lasting impact on Australia’s housing market
Five years after COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, its influence on Australia’s housing market remains strong, with…
Rental prices drop in Auckland and Wellington, offering relief for renters
New data from realestate.co.nz shows that rental prices have dropped in two of New Zealand’s largest cities, with…
What real estate agents can learn from an FBI hostage negotiator
Former FBI hostage negotiator Chris Voss has spent decades perfecting the art of persuasion, and his strategies translate…
Dubai’s real estate boom reshapes the Gulf’s luxury market
Dubai’s property market continues its rapid expansion, with residential sales reaching AED 120 billion ($32.7 billion) in the…
Property market gains momentum as new listings spike in February
Australia’s property market showed renewed momentum in February, with new listings rising across major capital cities and auction…
Step inside Keira Knightley’s ‘Black Doves’ home
The grand Victorian villa that served as Keira Knightley’s on-screen home in the Netflix spy thriller Black Doves…
Rocket Companies to acquire Redfin in US$2.4 billion deal
Redfin has announced that it will be acquired by Rocket Companies in an all-stock transaction valued at $2.4…
Mick Fanning’s Hamptons-inspired retreat up for auction
Surfing legend Mick Fanning has officially listed his luxury Gold Coast beach house for sale.
Are family-sized apartments the future?
For years, Australian apartment living has been synonymous with young professionals and downsizers, while families have largely gravitated…
Hartford leads America’s hottest housing markets as buyers pay over asking
Hartford, Connecticut, has been named the hottest housing market in the U.S. for February, according to the latest…
Victoria strengthens renter rights with new laws
Victoria has passed new laws strengthening renter protections, including a complete ban on ‘no reason’ evictions.
Christine McVie’s Belgravia penthouse listed for sale
The former London home of Fleetwood Mac star Christine McVie has hit the market for £6.95 million (AUD…
Homes listed in late May sell for $5,600 more, says Zillow
A new Zillow analysis has found that timing is everything when selling a home. In the U.S, homes…
New home approvals rise, signalling progress for housing supply
New home building approvals in Australia have reached their highest level since December 2022, offering some positive news…
Closing the pay gap for women in real estate
This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating real change in real estate. In an industry where gender pay disparities…
Coalition announces FIRB overhaul
A Dutton Government would establish a taskforce to reform the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) and implement an…
Spain’s Foreign Buyer Tax sparks concerns cross Europe
Spain’s proposed 100% property tax on non-EU buyers has triggered fears that other European nations, including France, Greece,…
The ‘Happiness Advantage’: why mindset is the secret weapon of top real estate agents
In real estate, success is often thought to be the result of hard work, skill, and a strong…
REA Group invests in rural property data platform Agtuary
REA Group has announced it will acquire a minority stake in Agtuary, a platform specialising in rural property…
Keller Williams partners with Stone Point Capital, appoints Christopher Czarnecki as CEO
Keller Williams Realty, the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count, has announced a strategic partnership with…
Housing market rebounds as prices rise
After three months of decline, Australian home values increased by 0.3% in February, marking a reversal in the…
Halsey lists historic Los Feliz home for US$5.5 million
Halsey has put her Spanish Colonial Revival estate in Los Feliz on the market for $5.5 million (AUD…
Five years on: how the pandemic transformed home buying in the US
Five years after the onset of the COVID pandemic, the US housing market looks significantly different. Home values…
Townsville leads regional Queensland in house price growth
Townsville is experiencing the fastest-growing house prices of any regional city in Queensland, following years of subdued market…
Home prices rebound in February amid interest rate cut
National home prices rose by 0.40% in February, reaching a new record and reversing recent minor declines.
Former Mafia Boss Paul Castellano’s Staten Island mansion is back on the market
A Staten Island mansion once owned by notorious mafia boss Paul Castellano has hit the market with a…
Floyd Mayweather expands real estate empire with US$402 million Manhattan purchase
Floyd Mayweather has unveiled his latest and most expensive real estate investment yet, acquiring 62 buildings in Manhattan…
Apartment rents cool in the US, but family homes stay pricey
Renters in the United States may find better deals on apartments this year, but those looking for single-family…
Aussie homeownership dreams remain strong despite market pressures
A new LJ Hooker survey has revealed that despite soaring property prices and mortgage pressures, Australians remain committed…
Real estate growth: is bigger always better?
For real estate professionals, the pressure to scale quickly can be intense. Whether it's expanding a property portfolio,…