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INDUSTRY NEWS
Mining towns back in vogue as yields hit 10 per cent
The resurgence of mining towns is back as investors again look at the potential for high capital growth and high yields.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
How to sell in a boom year and still have time for the beach
Image Property Sunshine Coast's Nathan Christmas is coming off the back of a boom sales year in one of the country’s hottest real estate markets.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Home Guarantee Scheme expands to 40,000 places
Property market leaders have welcomed the expansion of the Federal Government’s Home Guarantee Scheme (HGS), but cautioned rising interest rates and inflation remained key issues for first-home buyers.
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OBrien Real Estate announces new office in Melton
The brand is one step closer to reaching its goal of creating a 50-office network in Melbourne. The Announcement: Fresh off an eventful month with the network opening up office number 35 at Ringwood, the OBrien team announce the newest office in Melbourne’s Western suburbs. OBrien Real Estate is one step closer to realising their potential of building a 50-office…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rising rates putting pressure on home prices
Brisbane property prices have fallen for the first time since April 2020, with rising interest rates dampening buyers' enthusiasm for purchasing.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Why sustainable homes sell faster
When given a choice, two-thirds of home buyers prefer energy-efficient homes according to new research from Domain.
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Suite of new appointments for BresicWhitney
Chief Executive Officer Thomas McGlynn said the group’s dedication to designing and delivering fulfilling and rewarding career paths attracts passionate and value-driven talent to the brand. The Announcement: In an increasingly competitive talent market, BresicWhitney welcomes five new team members in June. Leading Sydney property group BresicWhitney has hired Amy Walls as its new Editorial and Media Manager, marking its 19th appointment since the start of…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Nearly 13 per cent of first home buyers are considering purchasing interstate
With property prices rising faster than buyers can save, one in eight first home buyers have said they are considering purchasing a home in another state to help them get on the property ladder.
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Hockingstuart opens new Williamstown office
Principal David Lawson is a well-respected expert in the area and will bring a high calibre of local experience, knowledge and exemplary client care to everything he does.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Property prices fuel rise in household wealth
Climbing property prices continued to fuel an increase in total household wealth in the March quarter, with wealth per capita soaring to a record high of $574,807.
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Stone Real Estate strongholds Sydney’s north shore market with new Crows Nest office
Stone Real Estate is opening its fourth office on Sydney’s Lower North Shore, with a new Crows Nest office joining the McMahons Point, Willoughby and Mosman/Neutral Bay locations. The Announcement: Boutique real estate firm Stone Real Estate has added a Crows Nest office to its repertoire, capitalising on fast-growing momentum across Australia. Despite the real estate market slowing, Stone Real…
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LJ Hooker has its sights set on new offices with executive appointment
Kim Greenan has a wealth of experience in real estate, having owned and operated her own office, and worked in franchise growth and development. The Announcement: As Australia’s second-largest real estate network, LJ Hooker will continue to expand its footprint with the appointment of Kim Greenan as a Strategic Growth Manager in NSW. It signals an exciting new direction for…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Gold Coast developer accepts crypto as deposit on luxury apartments
A Gold Coast property developer is accepting Bitcoin as a deposit for their latest luxury apartment development.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Kolmeo appoints Eloise Wall as first chief customer officer
Kolmeo CEO Scott Bateman said Eloise was chosen after an extensive and extremely competitive selection process which considered experienced and highly credentialled candidates.
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Ollie Gearing wins REINSW Novice Auctioneers Competition
The Novice Auctioneers Competition is a platform for the state’s up-and-coming auctioneers to try their hand at auctioneering, and this year Ollie Gearing claimed the title. The Announcement: A record seven finalists battled it out on Friday evening at this year’s REINSW Novice Auctioneers Competition (NAC) Final. The NAC is a platform for the State’s would-be and up-and-coming auctioneers to…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Melbourne named Australia’s most liveable city
Melbourne has been named Australia’s most liveable city and number 10 in the world, while other state capitals have tumbled down the rankings.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Adam Naumovski closes 27 sales worth $12 million-plus in a month
Western Australia’s #1 real-estate agent for 2021 , Adam Naumovski has continued to maintain incredible momentum with a record month of sales for the month of May, which saw the top realtor close 27 properties with a combined value of over $12 million.
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REIA partners with Re-Leased to deliver commercial agency engagement program
The program will aim to elevate the voice of Australia’s commercial real estate sector through research, one-on-one engagement, digital forums and in-person events. The Announcement: The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has signed a three-year partnership with global commercial property management software company, Re-Leased. REIA President, Mr Hayden Groves said the sponsorship involved a holistic partnership with Re-Leased to support…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
ANZ and Westpac lift fixed rates again
ANZ and Westpac have again hiked the interest rate on their fixed rate loan products.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Mortgage holders to ‘grit their teeth’ and absorb interest rate hikes
As interest rates look set to keep on rising, over five million Australians are likely to be impacted by the higher cost of living and could experience mortgage stress, according to data.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
MoneyMe revamps ListReady for agents
Digital lender and non-bank challenger MONEYME (ASX: MME) has revamped its ListReady product for real estate agents, in a bid to create a more seamless process that allows them to focus on what they do best, while empowering sellers in a shifting market.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Regional NSW and QLD desperate for more rental stock
Several regional areas across NSW and QLD are facing a dramatic undersupply of rental properties as falling vacancy rates and rising rents put pressure on low-income earners.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Homeownership increasingly “out of reach” as average deposit hits $120,000
The surge in property prices has seen the hurdle to get into the property market get even higher with the average first home buyer deposit hitting $119,560.
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WEIRD AND WONDERFUL
What your sleep position says about you
Body language can tell you a lot about a person. A furrowed facial expression can mean concern or confusion, while a smile shows happiness and elation. Averting eye contact can indicate nervousness and crossed arms can clearly convey someone is defensive. But did you know your body can reveal insights into your personality even when you're asleep?
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$20 billion boom to keep the Gold Coast property market firing on all cylinders
Colliers latest Gold Coast Market Overview predicts the city will continue outperforming the rest of the country. The Announcement: Strong population growth, a fast-growing economy and more than $20 billion in infrastructure and investment ahead of the 2032 Olympic Games will continue to drive the Gold Coast property market over the next decade, according to a new report by Colliers.…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Homely continues Queensland expansion with Ray White partnership
Homely.com.au, one of Australia's largest online real estate marketplaces, has further expanded their Queensland presence with their most recent sponsorship of the largest real estate networks in Australia, Ray White Queensland.
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COMMERCIAL
Investor interest in unit blocks on the rise
Despite some weakness in property markets, unit blocks continue to see a strong level of competition from investors on the hunt for assets that can market conditions.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Prices rose 40 per cent in NSW as growth slows
Home prices in New South Wales are finally starting to slow after a record run of growth that saw values surge 40 per cent between June 2020 and March 2022.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
The number of homes cheaper to buy than rent has plummeted this year
Record home price increases combined with rising interest rates have made more homes cheaper to rent than buy.
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LJ Hooker Group launches new training platform Lighthouse
LJ Hooker Group has launched its new learning and development platform Lighthouse, powered by Northpass, which also supports the world’s most innovative brands like Uber, Shopify and Compass. The Announcement: The LJ Hooker Group today announced its exclusive agreement with US-based Northpass, a leading Learning Management System (LMS), that powers the LJ Hooker Group’s new training platform Lighthouse. Northpass is…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Explore Property appoints new growth manager
Already a strong player in the Queensland market, Explore Property sets its sights firmly on the South East corner with the appointment of Shenal Yigitbas to its corporate team.
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Expansion and diversification a winning strategy for Hockingstuart’s 35-year-old brand
This year the brand has diversified into property development with the recent launch of Hockingstuart Land | Projects, and expanded its Melbourne footprint with two new offices in Dandenong and Bundoora and a new Williamstown office set to open on 28 June. The Announcement: 35-year-old Victorian real estate brand, Hockingstuart, is on a strong growth trajectory in 2022. So far…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Half of New Zealand suburbs declining in value
Auckland’s Point Chevalier has a new title it probably isn’t too keen on holding as the New Zealand suburb to decrease most in value in the past three months.
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Real Estate News
REIQ: State Budget misses the mark
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland has hit out at the State Government’s 2022-23 Budget, saying it is disappointed at the lack of action on housing affordability and accessibility.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
The Agency Group opens property gallery in Perth’s Western Suburbs
The Agency Group has opened a property gallery that doubles as an art space in the 'Golden Triangle' of Perth's exclusive Western Suburbs.
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