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Harcourts Victoria has opened a new office in Box Hill, led by Michael Wu and Janssen Xiang. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

Harcourts expands into Box Hill with veteran-led office

Two experienced agents with combined 35 years in the industry launch new eastern suburbs operation focused on multicultural communities.

Newcastle unit sells in six days as motivated buyer beats competition
Agent Stories

Newcastle unit sells in six days as motivated buyer beats competition

Greg Oddy navigated a shifting Newcastle market and competitive offers to deliver a life-changing result for a young…

North Queensland lifestyle property sells in 11 days as first-home couple secures Cranbrook home
Agent Stories

North Queensland lifestyle property sells in 11 days as first-home couple secures Cranbrook home

A strategic offers-over campaign and comprehensive pre-listing preparation saw a Cranbrook property sell in just 11 days on…

Local buyer secures Cessnock brick home after competitive four-offer campaign
Agent Stories

Local buyer secures Cessnock brick home after competitive four-offer campaign

Bryce Gibson's strategic timing and targeted marketing approach delivered four competitive offers in just over two weeks for…

Final Clearview home attracts 12 buyer groups with livability-first campaign
Agent Stories

Final Clearview home attracts 12 buyer groups with livability-first campaign

The final release in a boutique Clearview development sold prior to auction in 14 days after a campaign…

Ben Burling, Jarrod Farey and Kyrstie Nolan. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

Barry Plant launches dedicated projects division under Jarrod Farey

The Melbourne network adds off-the-plan and development sales capability as it eyes growth in outer-metro and regional markets.

Simone Howell joins FOUNDIT. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

FOUNDIT welcomes Simone Howell to strengthen Bayside and Stonnington presence

FOUNDIT has announced the appointment of highly accomplished property professional Simone Howell, further bolstering its capability across Melbourne’s…

Domenic Belfiore. Mike Beardsley, Dan White. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

Top Melbourne agent Mike Beardsley opens Ray White Hawthorn

The inner-east market leader is betting Ray White's luxury network and interstate buyer data will give Hawthorn vendors…

Rockdale apartment sets building record as database strategy delivers $851,000 result
Agent Stories

Rockdale apartment sets building record as database strategy delivers $851,000 result

A strategic database play and persistent negotiation delivered a building record for a Rockdale apartment, proving that quality…

Point Cook house sells sight unseen to interstate buyer after strategic renovation lifts value by $80,000
Agent Stories

Point Cook house sells sight unseen to interstate buyer after strategic renovation lifts value by $80,000

Jazz Singh turned a $650k-$680k unrenovated house into a $762,000 sale in under three weeks through strategic pre-sale…

Architectural Lake Cathie home draws four buyers after strategy pivot
Agent Stories

Architectural Lake Cathie home draws four buyers after strategy pivot

A strategic shift from expressions of interest to a firm price guide helped Ally Downing of Stone Real…

Buyers return after contract collapse to secure elevated Currumbin Waters home for $2.225 million
Agent Stories

Buyers return after contract collapse to secure elevated Currumbin Waters home for $2.225 million

Amanda Cepero's patience and strategic market positioning delivered a $2.225 million result after the original buyers returned following…

Franchise News

Lachlan McCarthy joins Pulse Property Agents

Pulse Property Agents is excited to announce the appointment of Lachlan McCarthy, a highly experienced real estate professional,…

REMAX Powerhouse. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

Two Cairns agencies merge to form REMAX Powerhouse

Boutique firm Powerhouse Property joins forces with REMAX Real Estate Services, combining local experience with global network reach.

Tranche 2 kickstart kit
Supplier News

From guidance to practice: What Tranche 2 means for Australian real estate

Many real estate agencies have started getting across what Tranche 2 means for them.

Jeremy Grobben. Photo: Supplied
People Moves

Apollo Auctions appoints Jeremy Grobben to lead ACT expansion

The former restaurateur and four-time REIACT Championships competitor brings a decade of real estate experience to the national…

Clem Stack. Photo: Supplied
People Moves

Knight Frank expands healthcare property team in Queensland

The firm is responding to growing investor appetite for medical and aged care assets, with $35 million in…

Ray White Brisbane City. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

Ray White Inner Brisbane Apartments rebrands as Ray White Brisbane City

The rebrand follows 17 years in the CBD market and signals expansion into surrounding suburbs.

OBrien Real Estate's Doreen Team. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

OBrien Real Estate opens Doreen office as northern corridor grows

The new location marks the group's third office in Melbourne's north, with two experienced directors overseeing the expansion.

Brooke Cadd fights to keep listing and delivers coastal sea change for Adelaide buyers
Agent Stories

Brooke Cadd fights to keep listing and delivers coastal sea change for Adelaide buyers

When another agent tried to poach her listing mid-campaign, Brooke Cadd turned the pressure into proof — deploying…

Claire Yan Liu. Photo: Supplied
People Moves

Century 21 opens Killara office as Liu team returns to network

Claire Yan Liu's North Shore team completed a three-month transition from their previous agency to establish the new…

Jonathan Swift REA Group Chief Product Officer. Image supplied
Supplier News

From search to savings: realestate.com.au’s autumn launch showcases five new features

Australia’s number one address in property, realestate.com.au, has launched five new features designed to make searching, finding and…

Nick Dowling appointed Chairman of FOUNDIT. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

Nick Dowling takes board role at FOUNDIT

The appointment signals a push for stronger governance as buyer's agent platforms mature beyond startup phase.

Bert Geraerts. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

The Agency expands Melbourne footprint with Bayside office

Veteran agent Bert Geraerts brings three decades of local experience to the national brand's latest Victorian outpost.

Investors submit 150 offers in seven-day dual-income property campaign
Agent Stories

Investors submit 150 offers in seven-day dual-income property campaign

A buyer ranking system delivered $1.142 million for a Central Coast dual-income property after investors competed online right…

Local couple's farming roots drew them to Narrawallee forever home
Agent Stories

Local couple’s farming roots drew them to Narrawallee forever home

Two motivated buyers who couldn't meet auction conditions prompted Kathryn Parkes and Kirsty Schultz to pivot mid-campaign —…

Creative repositioning turns 198-day campaign into 15-day Pymble street record
Agent Stories

Creative repositioning turns 198-day campaign into 15-day Pymble street record

After 198 days on market with another agent, a Pymble apartment sold in just 15 days when Ahmad…

Flexible viewings and auction-day barbecue draw nine bidders to 52 Sims Street, Moorebank home
Agent Stories

Flexible viewings and auction-day barbecue draw nine bidders to 52 Sims Street, Moorebank home

An adaptive campaign featuring flexible inspection times and an auction-day barbecue delivered nine registered bidders for a Moorebank…

Self-sufficient lifestyle dream finds perfect match in 15 days
Agent Stories

Self-sufficient lifestyle dream finds perfect match in 15 days

Karl Gallienne's targeted campaign for a quintessential Huon Valley cottage attracted diverse interest but delivered the perfect young…

Liam Kirkwood. Image supplied
Franchise News

Liam Kirkwood appointed Ray White Rural National Livestock Manager

The national young auctioneers champion and Townsville principal steps into the network's top livestock role after a rapid…

Franchise News

REMAX opens first office in Queensland’s Western Downs

Former property manager Daniel Ferris has launched REMAX Heartland Real Estate in Dalby, partnering with local sales agent…

Sydney couple's six-month search ends with Lambton street record after 75 inspections
Agent Stories

Sydney couple’s six-month search ends with Lambton street record after 75 inspections

A renovated Federation house in Lambton attracted 208 inquiries and 75 inspections in 12 days, with Carly Knight's…

Hide-and-seek video and friend referrals seal $2.11m Macmasters Beach cottage sale for Baraka Leporte
Agent Stories

Hide-and-seek video and friend referrals seal $2.11m Macmasters Beach cottage sale for Baraka Leporte

A targeted video campaign and local networking delivered a $2.11 million result for Baraka Leporte's restored coastal cottage,…

Underbidder becomes buyer in three-day Thornleigh off-market sale
Agent Stories

Underbidder becomes buyer in three-day Thornleigh off-market sale

A targeted database approach and deep complex knowledge delivered a three-day off-market sale for Tarik Goktas, matching a…

Geraldine Wang sells Hornsby townhouse in two weeks setting complex record
Agent Stories

Geraldine Wang sells Hornsby townhouse in two weeks setting complex record

Geraldine Wang's strategic off-market approach and targeted marketing delivered a $1.01 million townhouse sale in Hornsby within a…