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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
From intensive care to property management: Kate Hansen’s real estate rise
Kate Hansen has overcome extraordinary medical challenges to build a successful career in property management while embracing motherhood.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Everyone wants to be a Queenslander – especially the Blues, says REIQ
As State of Origin rivalry heats up ahead of the decider, Queenslanders won't be surprised to hear they've already scored a massive win - in the enviable lifestyle game.
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Celebrity Homes
Former NFL kicker builds hurricane-proof luxury home on Alabama coast
Former Atlanta Falcons placekicker Matt Bryant has created a hurricane-resistant dream home on Alabama's Gulf Coast that combines luxury living with practical safety features.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
US housing market expected to cool in second half of 2025
US home values are projected to decline into next year as inventory rises and affordability challenges persist.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Units are now outpacing house prices
Apartments are now outperforming houses in the nation's three strongest property markets, driven by a severe undersupply of new units and a development pipeline increasingly focused on luxury projects.
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Movers and Shakers
Jane Cohen appointed Chief Strategy Officer at REA Group
Jane Cohen has joined REA Group as Chief Strategy Officer, bringing over 25 years of strategic experience to the Executive Leadership Team.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
First home buyers tripped up by ‘genuine savings’ rule
Agents need to be aware that first home buyers are finding their mortgage applications derailed by a little-known lending requirement despite having saved the minimum deposit required by most banks.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Pet-friendly rentals attract tenants faster
Landlords who welcome pets in their rental properties are finding tenants significantly faster than those who don't.
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Movers and Shakers
Xavier Stevens: from family footsteps to Shepparton success
Xavier Stevens has seen exponential growth in his real estate career since joining Area Specialist, and is on track to achieve 70 sales in his first year with the brand - a big change for an agent who was once fired just three months into the industry.
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Celebrity Homes
Grammy-winning producer lists Los Angeles home for $4.395 million
Grammy-winning producer Theron "Neff-U" Feemster lists his Tarzana estate for $4.4 million, featuring a tennis court, music studio space, and hidden ravine retreat. The hitmaker behind collaborations with Michael Jackson and Dr. Dre has transformed the 1977 traditional home into a blend of classic elegance and modern California living
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Canadian housing market shows signs of recovery
The Canadian housing market displayed early signs of recovery in May 2025, with home sales increasing for the first time in six months while prices stabilised after several months of decline.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Queensland homeowners foot the bill for government spending
Queensland homeowners and property investors are shouldering an increasing tax burden to fund government expenditure, with property taxes now outstripping mining royalties as the state's largest revenue source.
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SELLING + MARKETING PROPERTY
Barbara Corcoran rewrote the rulebook – and these agents are following her lead
Barbara Corcoran turned a $1000 loan into a $100 million real estate empire, not by playing it safe but by getting noticed. From fake market reports to dog tricks and outrageous stunts, she proved that visibility wins listings. Now a new wave of Aussie agents are following suit with bold, creative campaigns that break the mould and get results.
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Celebrity Homes
Sting’s historic London home hits the market for $16 million
A slice of rock history meets Georgian elegance in London’s Hampstead, where a 300-year-old home once owned by Sting has hit the market for the first time in over three decades.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
UK housing market stabilises after stamp duty surge
The UK housing market is showing signs of stabilisation following a sharp decline in transactions after the end of the stamp duty holiday, with positive indicators suggesting continued resilience in the property sector.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Jason Pellegrino is slated to be back at Domain’s helm should CoStar’s $3 billion bid be successful
Former Domain chief executive Jason Pellegrino is set to make a comeback, leading the real estate listings platform should CoStar's $3 billion acquisition of the business be approved at the shareholder meeting in August.
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Celebrity Homes
Roy Rogers’ Hollywood home hits market for US$7.2 million
A piece of Hollywood history is up for grabs as Roy Rogers' former Los Angeles residence enters the market for the first time in over five decades with a US$7.2 million (AUD 11.09m) price tag.
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Celebrity Homes
Former triathlete Ingi Doyle lists luxury waterfront home
A stunning architectural home in Birtinya has hit the market as former triathlete Ingi Doyle prepares for a new chapter following a significant health challenge.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Gold Coast apartment prices soar to $2.03 million amid supply crisis
The Gold Coast apartment market is experiencing unprecedented growth with average prices hitting a record $2.03 million as supply struggles to keep pace with demand.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Major lease expiry cliff to test Sydney and Melbourne office markets
A significant wave of office lease expiries is set to challenge Australia's largest CBD markets as tenant preferences evolve amid changing work patterns.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rate cuts on the cards as inflation reaches the lowest level since 2021
Australia's inflation rate has eased to its lowest level in over two years, strengthening the case for an interest rate cut in July.
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INTERNATIONAL
UK house prices show resilience despite stamp duty changes
UK house prices dropped 2.7 per cent in April, the largest monthly decline in almost four years, as stamp duty tax changes impacted the property market.
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Celebrity Homes
Jake Paul purchases Georgia hunting ranch for US$39 million
YouTube personality and boxer Jake Paul has acquired a 5,653-acre sporting ranch in Georgia's Decatur County for a record US$39 million, using winnings from his victory over Mike Tyson.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rentvesting could be an option for younger buyers
Rentvesting has become an increasingly viable option for millennials and Gen Z as traditional homeownership becomes less realistic in Australia's capital cities.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Queensland overtakes WA as Australia’s top investor market
Queensland has emerged as Australia's leading property investor market, overtaking Western Australia with a 24 per cent annual growth in investor loans for the year to March 2025.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Sydney and Brisbane leading the recovery in 2025
Australia's capital city markets are showing strong signs of recovery with Sydney and Brisbane leading the way as prime investment targets for 2025, according to new research.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
NSW Government unveils new infrastructure delivery pathway for developers
The NSW Government has released a draft guideline allowing developers to build infrastructure instead of paying monetary contributions, potentially accelerating housing delivery across key regions.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Mortgage stress rises but trust in brokers remains strong
One in three Australian borrowers is experiencing mortgage stress as interest rates and cost-of-living pressures continue to impact households, yet trust in mortgage brokers remains high at 82 per cent.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Perth leads Australia’s new wave of million-dollar suburbs
Perth is driving Australia's next wave of blue-chip real estate, contributing 22 of just 78 suburbs expected to cross the million-dollar threshold by 2026, despite Sydney still dominating the national landscape with 322 million-dollar suburbs.
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Celebrity Homes
Historic Drysdale estate hits the market
A rare opportunity to own a piece of Australian art history has emerged with the listing of Bouddi Farm, the former home of celebrated artist Sir Russell Drysdale and his wife Maisie.
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Celebrity Homes
Jamie Durie offered $30 million for family home
Celebrity gardener Jamie Durie is considering selling his newly completed Avalon mansion after receiving an unexpected offer of more than $30 million for the property.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Planning barriers adding months and millions to housing costs
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has revealed that barriers in the NSW planning system are costing homebuyers millions and adding months to construction timeframes.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New home loans plummet to lowest level in two decades
Home loans for new builds have fallen to their lowest level in nearly 20 years, highlighting Australia's ongoing housing supply crisis.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New Zealand property market shows signs of recovery as sales activity strengthens
New Zealand's property market is showing clear signs of recovery with sales volumes exceeding average levels for the third consecutive month, despite high listing numbers keeping price growth in check.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Brisbane homebuyers face $350,000 budget shortfall
Inner-city Brisbane homebuyers are facing a stark reality check with new research revealing a $350,000 gap between what they can afford and what's available on the market.
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