Rowan Crosby
Rowan Crosby is a senior journalist at Elite Agent specialising in finance and real estate.
WA maintains economic dominance for fourth straight quarter
Western Australia has retained its position as Australia's top-performing economy for the fourth consecutive quarter.
Industry calls for tax cuts on housing
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is calling on Treasurer Jim Chalmers to put housing at the centre of…
Historic Bette Davis estate property hits market for US$15 million
A luxurious oceanfront estate built on the former property of Hollywood legend Bette Davis has been listed for…
NSW housing pipeline expands with 10,800 new homes
The New South Wales government has declared 30 additional major housing projects as State Significant Development (SSD), potentially…
Ellen DeGeneres lists UK farmhouse
Celebrity couple Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have put their sprawling UK farmhouse on the market for…
Commercial property market shifts to larger deals as transaction numbers fall
Australia's commercial property market recorded $59.9 billion in transactions during the 2024/25 financial year, showing a trend toward…
Families paying six-figure premiums for top school catchments
Families are paying premiums of up to $1.3 million for houses in sought-after public school catchment zones in…
Steven Seagal’s former ranch hits the market at $14.5 million
Steven Seagal and Kelly LeBrock's former California ranch has returned to the market with a US$14.5 million (AUD$22…
One House One Approval could streamline housing development
The complex approval system for new homes in Australia is hampering housing affordability, with industry leaders calling for…
Cary Grant’s Beverly Hills estate listed for $77.5 million
The reimagined Beverly Hills estate once owned by Hollywood legend Cary Grant has hit the market with a…
Retail property has a standout 12 months
Retail property was the surprise standout in Australia’s commercial market this past financial year, with transaction volumes jumping…
French real estate market shows signs of recovery
The French real estate market is finally rebounding after two and a half years of crisis, with sales…
Perth leads the nation as fastest selling property market
Australian property sellers can expect their homes to sell in about a month on average, but significant variations…
Queensland’s new property disclosure laws just weeks away
Queensland property sellers will face new mandatory disclosure requirements from August 1, marking the most significant overhaul of…
Dubai leads UAE rental market as JVC emerges as top choice
Rental properties continue to thrive across the United Arab Emirates, with Dubai dominating the market as the most…
Michelle Rocks appointed Property Operations Manager at Harcourts Queensland
Harcourts Queensland has announced that Michelle Rocks has been appointed as their new Property Operations Manager.
Liam Neeson’s NYC home finds buyer after price reduction
Actor Liam Neeson has found a buyer for his sprawling Upper West Side Manhattan home after lowering the…
Justin Bieber’s futuristic ‘Salad Spinner’ mansion gets major price cut
A distinctive glass mansion once rented by Justin Bieber has received a significant price reduction, now asking US$31.99…
Pro golfer Pat Perez lists luxury Arizona mansion for US$10.9 million
Professional golfer Pat Perez is selling his extensively renovated Scottsdale mansion, featuring a custom-designed sneaker room that once…
NZ property sales strengthen while high listings keep prices in check
Property sales activity in New Zealand has continued to strengthen, with volumes holding above average levels for the…
Renters willing to pay more for energy-efficient homes
Australian renters are open to paying higher rent for energy-efficient features despite facing significant barriers to adoption, according…
Modular construction emerges as solution to Australia’s housing cost crisis
Modular construction methods could significantly reduce building costs and timeframes as Australia grapples with ongoing housing affordability challenges,…
UK country house market sees uptick as prices fall
Sales of expensive country houses in the UK are showing signs of recovery as lower prices tempt buyers…
Josh Allen lists California home after marrying Hailee Steinfeld
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has placed his Southern California bachelor pad on the market for US$8.5 million…
The affordable suburbs delivering investors up to $170k gains in one year
Aitkenvale in Townsville emerged as the standout performer among affordable suburbs that delivered investors substantial capital gains over…
Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo list Montecito estate for $65 million
Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo have placed their luxurious Montecito property on the market for $65 million (AUD$98…
Construction costs rise modestly in New Zealand
New Zealand's residential construction costs have increased slightly, with the latest Cordell Construction Cost Index (CCCI) showing a…
Household spending shows signs of recovery despite consumer caution
Household spending is gradually improving but the recovery remains fragile as consumers continue to be deliberate with their…
US private listings strategy could lead to industry “Armageddon,” warns NextHome CEO
The US real estate industry faces three potential futures as the debate over private listings intensifies, with one…
Fashion designer Richard Tyler’s $12M Italian Renaissance revival up for sale
A South Pasadena estate with a long list of famous owners is up for sale for US$12 million…
Minimum wage falls short across most of EU countries
The minimum wage can’t cover basic living costs in nearly all European Union countries, with only Belgium offering…
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.
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…
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…
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.