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A call to end stamp duty as Queensland’s rental shortage worsens
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland's (REIQ) latest vacancy data shows Brisbane's inner-city rental market is recovering to around a healthy 3 per cent, while the rest of the state experiences uncomfortably low rental stock levels.
Lifting lockdown leads to record Victorian house prices: REIV
Making history, Metropolitan houses in Melbourne surpassed a median value of $900,000 in the December quarter.
Hobart and regional Victorian homes lead the nation in profit-making sales
CoreLogic's Pain and Gain report for the September quarter reveals 88.1 per cent of sales made a profit;…
Owner occupier resurgence offers a positive outlook for 2021
The total value of new loan commitments for housing and the value of owner occupier home loan commitments…
Hemsworth brothers’ Malibu mansion sells for US$4.9 million
A Malibu home that was owned jointly by Luke, Liam and Chris Hemsworth just sold for $4.9 million. The brothers purchased the…
How would you market this ’60s party mansion?
From Paris with love: This home boasts it's own replica of the Eiffel Tower
Housing market ready to be put to test in 2021
Australia's housing market recorded respectable growth over 2020 and with limited stock and strong demand, plus the possibility…
Gold Coast development shows no signs of slowing
Right now, it appears everyone has an iron in the fire. In a what's what of Gold Coast…
Smashed avo to porridge at home: Young Australians are saving for home ownership
According to Mortgage Choice research, while property affordability remains a significant concern, the COVID-19 crisis has caused a…
Fresh faces open Ray White Indooroopilly
Kirrilli Cobley and Jessica King are set to bring new energy to the Indooroopilly market with the launch…
Record numbers of Aussies say now is a good time to buy
Optimistic home buying sentiment has reached a pre-pandemic high in Australia according to new research by Finder.
Domain announces partnership with Fintech to provide VPA for sellers
Enterprise payments fintech, Limepay, has been selected by Domain Group to jointly deliver a bespoke buy now play later…
Agents set course for the Hills district
Co-Directors Ismail Ates and Marvin Dayupay have announced the opening of a new office in the Hill's district…
Brisbane inner-city specialist announces solo venture
"I've never felt so happy with where I'm at. I'm just so excited to do business again. Even…
Momentum in Australia’s property market continues to build: CoreLogic
Australian home values finished the year 3 per cent higher than last year.
Robo-pets: A new breed of fur baby
If having a pet just isn't practical for your lifestyle, could a robotic companion be the next best…
Elders donates $3000 in grants to local charities
Two Elders Real Estate agencies have been successful in obtaining Advantage Community Grants from realestate.com.au.
Forbes launches prestige property portal
They are famous for publishing lists of the world’s richest people, now Forbes have launched their own prestige…
America’s most expensive home is going to auction
With a list price large enough to make a billionaire’s eyes water, Villa Firenze will be going to…
Best of the Best Report shows 2020’s biggest property market winners
CoreLogic’s Best of the Best 2020 Report reveals Australia’s $7.2 trillion residential real estate market proved remarkably resilient.
A California mansion so nice, Wayne Gretzky bought it twice
Hockey’s greatest superstar, Wayne Gretzky, has listed his Thousand Oaks home for $22.9 million. Wayne and his wife, Janet, worked with…
Virtual real estate brokerage eXp celebrates growth milestone
eXp's 40,000 agent milestone represents 60 per cent year-over-year growth.
US platform Realtor.com acquires platform to help DIY landlords
Move Inc has announced the acquisition of Chicago-based Avail - a platform that improves the renting experience for…
Cops called after ‘too busy’ home open
Have you ever had home opens so busy, the neighbours suspect foul play and call the cops?
RE/MAX announces new office in regional Victoria
The global reach of RE/MAX has made its way to regional Victoria, with the launch RE/MAX Genesis this…
:Different launches Partner Program, rent roll management-as-a-service
The new offering allows small agencies and selling principals to maintain ownership of the rent roll asset while…
RE/MAX financial services brand expands directorship
Pivotal Financial, the RE/MAX aligned financial services group, this week announced the appointment of Matthew Andrews to the…
Credit card debt lowest in years: RateCity
New RBA figures out today show Australians have slashed the national credit card bill to $19.71 billion in…
Sydney and Melbourne set for high capital growth in 2021
From a Buyer's Market to a Seller's one: Sydney and Melbourne are projected to deliver 8 - 12…
Eview Group celebrates its best for 2020 with an interactive global event
Eview Group recently celebrated the group's achievements with its first online gala event, televised throughout Australia and Europe.
Parramatta agency wins over top Canadian agent
A leading real estate agent from Saskakoon has travelled approximately 14,000 kilometres, as the crow flies, to join…
Work from home trend to continue to impact real estate in 2021: LJ Hooker
Following a disruptive year due to COVID-19, 36 per cent of Australians will be working from home in…