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Sarah Bester returns ‘home’ to Double Bay
JT Allen Real Estate has welcomed one of the country's top real estate professionals, Sarah Bester, back to Double Bay.
New McGrath Lithgow and Rylstone offices evidence of surging demand from city buyers
McGrath Central Tablelands has launched a second and third office in the space of three months, with the…
Exploring hidden risks for real estate agents: why business insurance matters
The spring real estate season is in full swing.
Landlord scores partial win in tussle over burst pipe claim
An Australian landlord is set to recover some of their $15,400 renovation costs following a ruling by the…
Transparency and efficiency: Why you need to get an inspection report upfront
Transparency is the key to establishing trust in any industry, but it holds particular significance in Australian real…
Home design trends to watch in 2024
Brutalist design elements, Murano glass chandeliers and cold plunge pools are set to transform homes and dominate social…
NSW and Queensland vacancy rates take another dip
Vacancy rates across NSW and Queensland dropped in September, signalling a growing rental crisis.
Tenants awarded compensation for mould damaged rental
A New South Wales landlord has been ordered to pay $14,766 in compensation to her tenants after her…
Queensland agent to set a new benchmark in Cairns
Over an 18-year career, Queensland agent Adam Saitta has worked with both big brands and boutique agencies, and…
The REIV elects Jacob Caine as new president
Caine Real Estate Chief Executive Officer Jacob Caine has been elected as president of the Real Estate Institute of…
Liza Balian joins First National as business growth manager for Victoria
Liza Balian has joined First National Real Estate’s Business Growth Management team in Victoria, with a remit to…
Foreign Investment Review Board rejects Tinkler buyer
The multi-million dollar sale of Nathan Tinkler's beachfront mansion has collapsed, with reports suggesting the Foreign Investment Review…
Jonathan Creek and Samantha McLean: How AI is transforming Australian real estate
Once upon a time, Artificial Intelligence was stuff of science fiction novels, but today it's increasingly part of…
PEXA to strengthen UK expansion with acquisition of Smoove
Digital property exchange platform PEXA is set to acquire UK-based e-conveyancer, Smoove, in a $58.6 million (£30.8 million)…
Going for gold: RE/MAX opens in Olympic Park
Experienced business owner and sales director, Joseph Choi, has opened RE/MAX Prestige, which is the first, and currently…
World’s tallest timber tower gets the go ahead in Perth
A groundbreaking development in South Perth has received approval to become the world's tallest hybrid timber tower.
Top Victorian agent goes out on his own
Gavin Staindl has joined forces with his current boss to set up Ray White’s newest office in the…
Supreme Court rejects landlords’ challenge to NY rent law
The US Supreme Court has declined to hear a challenge to New York's rent stabilisation law, dealing a…
Unliveable house sells for $1.3 million at auction
A run-down Sydney house, marketed solely for its land value, has sold at auction for $1.35 million.
Real estate couple return to RE/MAX
The passionate, results-driven duo of Lyn Griffiths and Rohan Banning have returned to the global RE/MAX network to…
Original winning apartment from The Block set for auction
An iconic Bondi Beach apartment, made famous by winning the inaugural season of The Block, will go up…
Brisbane to claim both (property) grand finals
Maybe it’s an omen. If this weekend’s footy grand finals were based on property, and not players, Brisbane…
First in best dressed: How top agents are gaining market share using AI
In the dynamic and fast-paced world of real estate, securing leads and gaining a competitive advantage can make…
Gold Coast trophy home sets new auction record
Queensland has a new auction record after a luxury Gold Coast estate with views that span from Main…
Short-term loss-making sales have increased
Higher interest rates could be pushing sellers to accept a loss, with new data from CoreLogic showing the…
What to do and say when a client doesn’t want to pay
“Your fee is too expensive.” It’s a phrase many in the business arena have heard multiple times, and…
Financial fortitude: Building a robust cashflow strategy to survive rough times
When it comes to property investment and development, having a solid cashflow strategy is paramount to thriving in…
Property values rise in one-in-three New Zealand suburbs
Home values have risen in 30 per cent of New Zealand suburbs according to the latest CoreLogic Mapping…
Eastell and Co. expands into Sunshine Beach in partnership with unrealty
A leading real estate agency that prides itself on excellence in prestige property service, Eastell and Co., has…
Three ways to say thank you (and why it’s so important)
Saying thank you to someone is a pretty simple thing that can mean so much - and it…
Saint & Wood set to deliver exceptional service to St Kilda and Elwood
For Victorian agent Alicia Walker, her 20-year real estate career has always been about far more than just…
Soccer star scores South Florida waterfront mansion
Football star Lionel Messi has expanded his property portfolio in South Florida with the purchase of a waterfront…
Sartaj Singh realises his dream with Stellar Estate Agents
Long before Stellar Estate Agents principal Sartaj Singh opened the doors to his own business, he had long…