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Agent's database match delivers Wellington off-market sale in five days
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Agent’s database match delivers Wellington off-market sale in five days

Sarah Mairs turned a chance meeting at an open home into a swift off-market sale, matching a furniture-focused buyer with vendors who needed a quick exit to secure their next home.

Riley Neaton (Co-Founder), Ben Ikin (CEO), Timothy Neville (Co-Founder). Photo: supplied.
Supplier News

NRL legend Ben Ikin joins Queensland PropTech firm SearchX as CEO to lead national growth

SearchX has announced the appointment of Ben Ikin as Chief Executive Officer, marking a major milestone in the…

Harcourts Inner East appoints Nicky Talbot as Head of Property Management, bringing nearly 30 years of industry experience to the role.
Franchise News

Harcourts Inner East appoints respected property management leader Nicky Talbot

Harcourts Inner East appoints industry veteran Nicky Talbot to lead its property management division as part of the…

With Tranche 2 AML compliance less than a month away, APLYiD offers real estate agencies an integrated solution to meet AUSTRAC obligations without disrupting existing workflows.
Supplier News

The clock is ticking: Why AML integrations are your secret weapon for complying Tranche 2

With Tranche 2 less than a month away, real estate agencies must have AUSTRAC enrolment, a compliance officer,…

John and Sue Ward launch Harcourts Ward on Brisbane's Northside after more than a decade running an independent boutique agency. Photo: Supplied.
Franchise News

Veteran Brisbane agents join Harcourts to launch new Northside business

John and Sue Ward bring 25 years of industry experience and a proven track record on Brisbane's Northside…

Ray White Upper North Shore's Mae Chan. Image: Supplied
Franchise News

Mae Chan joins Ray White Upper North Shore

The experienced Upper North Shore agent says the opportunity to work alongside some of the region's top performers…

Harcourts SA and VIC appoint James Aubert as Performance Coach to support agent development across both states.
Industry News

Harcourts SA/VIC appoints James Aubert as Performance Coach

James Aubert brings real estate experience, relationship-focused leadership and a Bachelor of Psychological Science to a newly appointed…

McGrath Estate Agents opens a new office in Wantirna as demand strengthens across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
Franchise News

McGrath Wantirna opens as demand strengthens in Melbourne’s east

McGrath Estate Agents has announced the opening of its newest office in the eastern Melbourne suburb of Wantirna.…

Bryce Gibson's six-day sale shows what Cessnock buyers want right now
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Six-day sale demonstrates what Cessnock buyers want right now

A well-priced, move-in-ready home with a rare second bathroom drew nine inspection groups and sold in less than…

AI staging drives double the inquiry and swift sale in Strathfield
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AI staging drives double the inquiry and swift sale in Strathfield

Matthew Blackmore's AI-driven virtual staging approach generated double the inquiry and delivered multiple above-expectation offers in five days,…

Supplier News

EOFY is a good time to review more than just your finances

Why the end of financial year is the ideal moment for real estate agencies to audit operational processes,…

Franchise News

Tina Sander Inducted into Harcourts Hall of Fame at HX 2026

HX 2026 International Awards Gala Dinner caps two days of learning and celebration as Harcourts recognises outstanding performance…

Bill Malouf, David Highland, David Malouf and Sam Schumann. Photo: Supplied.
Franchise News

Highland Double Bay Malouf strengthens leadership team with the appointment of Sam Schumann as Equity Partner

Highland Double Bay Malouf elevates Sam Schumann to Equity Partner following sales performance of $112.7 million across 44…

Ray White Ashgrove principal Adam Downes expands his Brisbane footprint by taking on the Ray White Indooroopilly franchise. Photo: Supplied.
Franchise News

Ray White’s Adam Downes adds Indooroopilly to his growing Brisbane west portfolio

Adam Downes expands his Brisbane western suburbs footprint, taking on the Ray White Indooroopilly franchise

The Agency opens a dedicated Western Suburbs office in Cottesloe, strengthening its presence across Perth's coastal property market. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

The Agency opens office in Perth’s Cottesloe

The Agency opens dedicated Cottesloe office to service Perth's fast-growing Western Suburbs market

Chris Antos, Simon McGuire, Ben Faulks, Alex Smith, Frank Giorgi. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

RWC Canberra acquires Sentia to form ACT’s largest commercial powerhouse

Sentia acquisition creates the ACT's largest commercial sales and leasing team, with more than 1,500 tenancies under management…

Alfred Cove penthouse sells in 10 days after transparent strata strategy wins buyer confidence
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Alfred Cove penthouse sells in 10 days after strata transparency restores buyer confidence

A non-local family secured the penthouse after Meagan Xanthis's transparent approach to strata changes and targeted private viewings…

Young family secures Mount Colah house after 38-bid auction battle
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Young family secures Mount Colah house after 38-bid auction battle

A Mount Colah house needing cosmetic work attracted five registered bidders and 38 bids as first-home buyers saw…

Out-of-area buyers secure Mango Hill terrace in one day after targeted campaign
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Out-of-area buyers secure Mango Hill terrace in one day after targeted campaign

Phill Healey's coordinated approach to marketing a tenanted terrace in Mango Hill's Capestone precinct delivered a $1.22 million…

Harcourts and REA Group announce a new strategic partnership. Photo: Supplied
Supplier News

REA Group and Harcourts’ partnership to strengthen value for Harcourts offices across Australia

Harcourts and REA Group partner to give agencies best-in-market Pro subscription rates and premier event sponsorship

Angie Sheppard. Photo Supplied.
People Moves

Knight Frank appoints new Head of AMS in Queensland

Angie Sheppard has been appointed as Knight Frank’s Head of Asset Management Services for Queensland.

Viral reel and pre-market strategy deliver Helensburgh street record in nine days
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Viral reel and pre-market strategy deliver Helensburgh street record in nine days

Elle Ritson's social media strategy and pre-market preparation delivered four negotiating buyers and a record-breaking result in just…

Sarah Cincotta and Hermione Gardiner - BDM training. Photo: Supplied
Partner Content

Legislation is stacking up, supply has tightened, and the old rent roll growth playbook is dead (RIP)

When the investor pool shrinks, every lead counts more. Find out why rent roll growth now hinges on…

First National appoints Charles Fu as Principal of Co Bridge Group in Carlingford. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

First National returns to Carlingford with Co Bridge appointment

Charles Fu brings more than 17 years of residential, commercial and project marketing experience to First National Real…

Young family secures Hampton Park home at top of range after targeted social campaign
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Young family secures Hampton Park home at top of range after targeted social campaign

A young family's search for space ended at a meticulously renovated Hampton Park home, where quality finishes and…

How Gemma White turned a seven-week negotiation into a $2.45 million Cova Estate record
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How Gemma White turned a seven-week negotiation into a $2.45 million Cova Estate record

Gemma White navigated tenant access, time zones and a seven-week negotiation to secure Cova Estate's highest house sale…

Coastal investor secures record result in Burleigh Heads beachfront building
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Coastal investor secures record result in Burleigh Heads beachfront building

A 21-day auction campaign generated strong competition for a premium Burleigh Heads oceanfront unit, attracting 35 enquiries, three…

How deep buyer knowledge delivered a $2.15m Smiths Lake record off-market sale
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How deep buyer knowledge delivered a $2.15m Smiths Lake record off-market sale

A Newcastle family's eight-month search for the perfect lakeside retreat ended when Dominique Vasers matched them to a…

REMAX Sapphire broker owner (centre) Pinakin Patel, with REMAX Australia's Franchise Manager Daniel Roberts and Managing Director Joel Davoren.
Franchise News

REMAX strengthens Victorian presence with new office REMAX Sapphire

Broker owner Pinakin Patel launches RE/MAX Sapphire in Pakenham, offering residential and commercial sales, leasing and property management…

Larry Malan, Jordan Curd, Michael Andrews. Photo: Supplied.
Franchise News

Award-winning auctioneer joins Ray White Malan + Co in major leadership appointment

REIQ Auctioneer of the Year Jordan Curd joins Ray White Malan + Co as Chief Auctioneer and Head…

Annabelle Weir, Mukhtaar Hashim, Grant Turner, Julie Ryan. Photo: Supplied.
Franchise News

RWC CSR signals next growth phase with Grant Turner leadership appointment

Grant Turner joins Principal Mukhtaar Hashim, Julie Ryan and Annabelle Weir in a collaborative leadership structure as RWC…

Highland at Ruby House. Image supplied
News

Highland Double Bay Malouf Secures Landmark New Headquarters at Ruby House, Double Bay

Highland Double Bay Malouf has announced it will open its new Eastern Suburbs headquarters at Ruby House, the…

Highland Balaton Financial. Image supplied
News

Highland announces the launch of Highland Balaton Financial

The new venture is designed to combine property expertise and specialist lending advice to support clients from acquisition…

Partner Content

When insurance doesn’t deliver

Insurance gaps can create far more than financial headaches for landlords, increasing workloads, damaging relationships and exposing agencies…

Mario Carbone, Beryl Fan, Jessica Carbone. Photo: Supplied.
Franchise News

Ray White City South enters a new era of ownership

Ray White City South enters a new era as experienced sales agent Beryl Fan steps into co-ownership alongside…