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INDUSTRY NEWS
Mortgage refinancing hits record high in NZ
Refinancing activity hit record highs in June, with more than 3,500 mortgage holders switching banks and nearly $2.5 billion in lending reshuffled, according to new analysis from Cotality NZ.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
1 in 4 Aussie households plan to invest in property – despite broader caution
New research from Agile Market Intelligence’s Consumer Pulse survey reveals that property remains the top investment choice for Australian households, even as overall appetite for investing remains subdued.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Real estate agent turnover remains high despite national decline in job mobility
Real estate agents are still changing jobs at one of the highest rates in the country, according to new ABS data, despite a broader slowdown in job mobility across other industries.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Crossing borders: How First National Real Estate Bonnici & Associates masters multi-state operations
When most real estate agents think about expansion, they consider adding staff or growing their database. William Bonnici took a different approach – he crossed state lines. The Managing Director of First National Real Estate Bonnici & Associates now operates three offices spanning Victoria and New South Wales, navigating complex regulations while building a business that turns over 250-300 properties…
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INTERNATIONAL
Refurb boom in London as eco demand outpaces supply
Financial firms drive uptake of sustainable office upgrades amid scarcity of premium space.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Tying the knot versus cutting ties: marriage and divorce trends hint at property market movements
Latest ABS data shows a rise in marriages and a dip in divorces, pointing to shifts in housing demand as newlyweds enter the market and fewer couples split assets.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Community is currency
While others chase clicks and cold leads, @realty MD, JJ Taylor, says the agents who win are the ones who show up - consistently, locally, and with intent. He highlights why community is still the most powerful tool in real estate, and how genuine relationships drive long-term success.
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INTERNATIONAL
Singapore home sales more than double in first half of 2025
Singapore developers have delivered a blockbuster first half of 2025, moving 4,634 private homes - more than double the 1,889 units sold in the same period last year.
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INTERNATIONAL
European commercial property market stagnates as recovery falters
Hopes of a rebound in Europe’s commercial property sector have faded in 2025, with sales volumes stagnating, investor sentiment falling, and distressed assets returning to market.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
The “fortress suburbs” where price pressure hits a wall
In most property markets, rising prices in one suburb tend to push buyers into neighbouring areas offering better value. But not always. A recent analysis by Ray White Group Chief Economist Nerida Conisbee has identified a rare category of suburbs that remain insulated from affordability pressures—so-called “fortress suburbs.”
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Capital city property prices rise in unison as market momentum builds
No rate cut - yet - but housing demand and tight supply continue to drive growth across Australia
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Celebrity Homes
Inside Maria Sharapova’s $25M beach mansion, and it doesn’t even have a tennis court
Retired tennis superstar Maria Sharapova is making headlines again, this time not with her backhand, but with a jaw-dropping real estate play. The five-time Grand Slam champion has just listed her striking Manhattan Beach residence for $24.995 million (approx. AUD $37.5 million).
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INDUSTRY NEWS
NZ buyers and sellers finally find common ground on price
New analysis from realestate.co.nz reveals a surprising shift in the property market: sellers across New Zealand are, on average, securing more than their final asking price. It's a sign that buyers and sellers are finally seeing eye to eye.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
When a listing stalls: how to turn silence into a sale
When a property sits on the market without meaningful buyer interest, it’s easy to assume price is the problem. But as Buxton agent Kym Williams explains, turning around a slow campaign often requires more than just a discount.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
FoundAt: precision AR that’s reshaping field operations and asset management
When civil engineer and project director Leigh Dowie set out to solve one of the most persistent challenges across construction, mining, and infrastructure, namely, how to get accurate, up-to-date information to crews in the field, he didn’t plan to rebuild the foundations of augmented reality. But that’s exactly what FoundAt has done.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Capital Gains Tax reform floated as housing supply solution
McKell Institute CGT plan gains momentum as Labor prepares for economic roundtable
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Movers and Shakers
Rahul Grover appointed CEO of iD4me as Proptech firm enters growth phase
Rahul Grover has been appointed CEO of iD4me as the Proptech platform enters a new phase of growth. As employee number one, Rahul helped shape the business from the ground up, leading sales, marketing, partnerships, and operations. He now steps into the top job.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
“You never pay too much, just too soon”: Why Judi O’Dea is at the peak of her career at 70
In a profession often obsessed with the next big thing, Judi O’Dea is proof that consistency, care, and old-fashioned phone calls still matter. The Ray White Chairman’s Elite Performer is as sharp, successful and committed as ever, running a high-volume business in Brisbane’s inner west and proving that relevance has nothing to do with age.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Zillow accuses Compass of ‘Hidden Listing Scheme’ in new court filing
Zillow rejects Compass’ call for an injunction, accusing the brokerage of limiting transparency through private listing tactics.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
The overlooked home details that can derail a purchase
Agents are being urged to remind buyers about simple but often forgotten pre-purchase checks that can prevent major issues later.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New home sales lift to highest levels in three years
New detached home sales have reached their highest level in almost three years, with the Housing Industry Association attributing the increase to recent interest rate cuts, strong employment figures and competitive end-of-financial-year builder incentives.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
NSW launches $1 housing designs with 10-day approvals
The NSW Government has released $1 architect-designed housing templates with a ten-day approval process to boost supply and cut planning delays.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Housing activity picks up pace
Australia’s home building sector is showing signs of life, with new dwelling commencements hitting their highest level in nearly two years. But while momentum is building, industry leaders say more needs to be done to meet long-term housing targets and ease ongoing supply pressures.
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Video of the Week
How to stay ambitious without burning out
Ambition might get you into the industry. But without boundaries, it won’t keep you there. That’s the warning TED speaker Tarveen Forrester wants professionals to take seriously.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Spring surge or missed opportunity? Matt Lahood’s insider advice to win the season before it starts
Spring might get all the hype in real estate circles, but success in the season isn’t just about daffodils blooming or daylight saving returning. According to The Agency CEO, Matt Lahood, if you want to make the most of this high-stakes window, it comes down to one thing: preparation. Those who start early, educate their vendors, and time their campaigns…
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Celebrity Homes
‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ star lists charming NYC apartment
After four years in their Gramercy Park “oasis,” actor Elan Zafir and his family are saying goodbye to their NYC sanctuary, listing a character-filled co-op with history, light, and charm for US$800K (A$1.2M).
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INDUSTRY NEWS
UK government plans to ban ‘Upward-Only’ rent reviews in new commercial leases
The UK government has proposed a major shift in commercial leasing, moving to ban upward-only rent reviews in new leases across England and Wales.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
RBA proposes ban on card surcharges, lower merchant fees: what it could mean for real estate businesses
The Reserve Bank of Australia is proposing sweeping changes to the way card payments are handled in Australia - these changes could directly impact how real estate businesses process transactions, from rent and bond payments to deposits and service fees.
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INTERNATIONAL
Saudis back billion-dollar skyscraper near Central Park as foreign investors flock back to NYC
Saudi Arabia’s powerful government-backed Public Investment Fund is making a major move into Manhattan real estate, teaming up with developer Related Companies on a proposed 1,200-foot skyscraper just steps from Central Park. With a US$200 million down payment already in and a projected project cost of over US$1 billion, the deal signals a strong return of foreign capital to New…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Brisbane officially joins the million dollar club
Brisbane’s median house value has officially topped $1 million, driven by rapid population growth, interstate migration, and tight housing supply, but affordability challenges may now be slowing the pace.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
What’s driving Australia’s property market in the second half of 2025
With rates on pause and sentiment shifting, Australia’s property market is entering a new phase. Domain’s Dr Nicola Powell says the rest of 2025 will be shaped by localised trends, buyer confidence, and a return to market fundamentals.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
NZ rental prices fall again
Rental prices across much of New Zealand are falling, with new figures from realestate.co.nz showing the national average weekly rent dropped to $636 in June 2025, a 2.7% decrease compared to the same time last year.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Nearly half of Australian suburbs at record highs as property market upswing broadens
Fresh data from Cotality shows a growing number of suburbs hitting new price peaks, with Queensland and WA leading the rebound.
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Celebrity Homes
Historic Manhattan townhouse with ties to Dr Seuss lists for US$13.5M
Tucked between Lexington and Park in Manhattan’s Lenox Hill, this 1870s townhouse comes with more than just ornate mouldings and modern upgrades—it comes with history. Once the longtime residence of Phyllis Cerf Wagner, a publishing insider with ties to Dr. Seuss and a guest list that included Judy Garland and Sinatra, the five-level property blends literary legacy with luxury living.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
How this 24 year old built ScaleApp to help a generation plan their way into property ownership
At 24, Nick Melrose transformed his personal financial frustration into ScaleApp, a platform helping young Australians visualise pathways to property ownership. The tool combines budgeting and property analysis in an interactive 50-year timeline, allowing users to model real-world scenarios anonymously while building wealth strategies.
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