Rowan Crosby
Rowan Crosby is a senior journalist at Elite Agent specialising in finance and real estate.
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 to a new report.
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.
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…
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…
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…
Pet-friendly rentals attract tenants faster
Landlords who welcome pets in their rental properties are finding tenants significantly faster than those who don't.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…