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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 now he’s set to tap into that extensive industry insight with the launch of his own brand, Benchmark Real Estate.
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…
Top NSW BDM, Lochlan Grahame, joins Raine & Horne Group
Mr Grahame will play a crucial role in finding and onboarding new franchisees to further expand the Raine…
National vacancy rate hits new low of 1.1 per cent
The national vacancy rate has hit a new low of just 1.1 per cent after recording its largest…
2023 REINSW Awards for Excellence winners announced
REINSW has recognised outstanding industry achievement, crowning the winners of its 2023 REINSW Awards for Excellence.
Build-to-rent set to take off in Australia
Australia’s build-to-rent sector is set to grow to 55,000 dedicated units by 2030, with growth set to mirror…
Another 7 locations for the rapidly expanding Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate network
The Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate brand is expanding its footprint by servicing an additional 7 new…
Major real estate firms suffer multi-million dollar losses as WeWork teeters on brink of collapse
Real estate firms who backed troubled shared workspace provider, WeWork, when it went public two years ago have…
Rent Blink-182 Travis Barker’s California mansion
Travis Barker, Blink-182's famed drummer, has put his Calabasas, California mansion up for rent at a staggering $25,000…
Unlock the potential of outdoor space: Justine Wilson’s tips for creating an alfresco haven
As the vibrant seasons of spring and summer arrive, it traditionally means more listings and more sales.