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Bel-Air canyon price tag slashed by 70 per cent

An undeveloped golf course-sized patch of land in one of Los Angeles' ritziest neighbourhoods is on the market at a 70 per cent discount on its original asking price.

Industry News

December quarter inflation figures higher than expected

The Consumer Price Index rose 7.8 per cent in the 12 months to December, higher than the predicted…

Industry News

Property price declines losing pace, Domain says

Property prices declined at a slower rate during the December quarter according to Domain, in a sign that…

Industry News

Top C21 office expands with third location

Century 21 Platinum Agents has expanded to the Fraser Coast joining forces with local leading agency One Realty…

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Stephens Estate Agents launches in the Gold Coast-Tweed region

Ben Stephens is no stranger to running a real estate business. As a second-generation agent, he knows only…

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Creepy interior decorations have everyone talking about this UK listing

Internet sleuths were quick to point out some creepy additions visible in the marketing photos for a UK…

People Moves

‘Still undervalued’: The Agency recruit Rebecca Fearon says Balmain market has plenty left in the tank

The Agency has announced the appointment of Rebecca Fearon as a Property Partner, based in Balmain, with Ms…

Sales & Marketing

Dean Yeo and Samantha McLean: Top 5 marketing tips

Elite Agent's Samantha McLean shares her top five marketing tips in conversation with businessDepot's Dean Yeo.

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Tennis courts a hit with buyers as Australian Open reaches full swing

Buyers are increasingly searching for properties with a tennis court, according to new data from Domain, though suitably-equipped…

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Queensland’s vacancy rate inches higher in December quarter

The Sunshine State's rental market remains incredibly tight despite a slight uptick in vacancy levels during the December…

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RE/MAX flagship launches in Hamilton, New Zealand

Harry Luther has opened the doors to RE/MAX's new flagship office in New Zealand

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Ray White Surfers Paradise’s The Event sees 94 properties go under the hammer

Ray White Surfers Paradise's annual The Event auction saw a clearance rate of 59 per cent, with 302…

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REIA announces finalists for National Awards for Excellence 2023

The Real Estate Institute of Australia has published its 2023 finalist list the REIA National Awards for Excellence…

Industry News

Queensland ranked number one state economy by CommSec

An uptick in sea and tree changers heading north has led to Queensland being ranked the best-performing state…

Industry News

Residential land prices stabilise after 26 per cent surge

The cost of new residential land has stabilised following a strong two years of growth, with rising interest…

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One in two property markets declined in 2022: CoreLogic

Record high inflation, rising interest rates and weak consumer sentiment are leading to falling home prices, with new…

Technology

Our favourite new tech ideas from CES 2023

The annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas was back with a bang this January, with no shortage…

Industry News

Popular Ashfield agent bolsters growing independent agency

Ashfield’s number one agent Jackie Wang has joined forces with expanding inner west agency, Hudson McHugh.

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Top lifestyle real estate specialist joins RE/MAX

A desire to deliver great outcomes for sellers and buyers of rural and lifestyle properties has led NSW…

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Katie Lance: 3 social media predictions for 2023

Real estate agents should focus on three key areas when it comes to social media in 2023, according…

People Moves

The Agency appoints Sally O’Connell to GM of Sales for Victoria and Tasmania

The Agency has appointed Sally O’Connell to the role of General Manager of Sales - Victoria and Tasmania,…

Industry News

Barry Plant appoints Chris Hill as franchise development manager

Chris Hill plans to make the Barry Plant brand more "sticky" for its members.

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Gnome sweet Gnome: Josh Horner launches The Horner Agency with UrbanX

Former Dancing With The Stars host turned real estate agent, Josh Horner, has propelled himself further into the…

People Moves

Glenn Curran on joining The Agency and what’s in store for Sydney’s market in 2023

The Agency has extended its reach in Sydney's Upper North Shore market with the appointment of Glenn Curran…

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Code Property Group: the tech PMs are using to beat burnout

Property managers are experiencing added pressure as they start a new year in one of the tightest rental…

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Perth vacancy rate at lowest level in four decades

Perth’s vacancy rate has dropped to its lowest level in 42 years, after falling to just 0.6 per…

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Mortgage refinancing activity up as survey shows borrowers are fudging the numbers

Owner-occupiers are refinancing in record numbers according to new statistics from the Australian Bureau of Statistics, as separate…

Industry News

RE/MAX Next International promises to be a real estate one-stop-shop

David Jiang has opened RE/MAX Next International, which will offer all aspects of residential and commercial real estate…

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Real is rare: Rebecca Rainford launches Rarestate in partnership with UrbanX

Rebecca Rainford's goal isn't to be number 1 in robotic, conveyer-belt transactions, her mission is connection, passion and…

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Leading Sydney Inner West specialist joins BresicWhitney

Leading Inner West specialist Frederico Fraga-Matos has joined leading property group BresicWhitney

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Victorian property market not all one-way

Demand for regional Victorian property continued in 2022 with house prices rising eight per cent.

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Australia’s rich-listers buy and sell over Christmas

Australia's mega-rich have been buying and listing lavish properties during the Christmas-New Year period, with Atlassian Co-founder Scott…

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Castle Hill and Hawkesbury offices enhance McGrath West Group footprint

McGrath West Group announces the acquisition of McGrath's Castle Hill agency as well as the opening of a…