Rowan Crosby
Rowan Crosby is a senior journalist at Elite Agent specialising in finance and real estate.
Retail property momentum stalls as geopolitical risks bite
After delivering the strongest commercial property returns in 2025, Australia's retail sector faces fresh headwinds from rising fuel costs and interest rate increases.
When things go wrong: finding certainty in uncertain times
Real estate coach Caroline Bolderston on why emotional resilience, not perfection, is the true mark of a high…
Fashion designer Rebecca Vallance lists Vaucluse mansion for $32m-$35m
The six-bedroom Mediterranean-style estate underwent a complete transformation after the couple purchased it for $4.45m in 2018.
Victorian policies blamed for Melbourne’s $100k home value gap
Industry analysis claims the city's underperformance against other capitals has cost homeowners significant wealth since 2022.
James Nelis: From the football field to property investment success
James Nelis has built a buyer’s agency business by combining his passion for high performance with his expertise…
Jen Hawkins sells Whale Beach megamansion for $30 million
The controversial five-year build has settled to a mystery buyer while neighbouring properties continue to change hands.
Dean Martin’s former Beverly Hills lot back on market at US$19.8m
The Trousdale Estates property, now home to a 2017-built modern mansion, has been listed and relisted multiple times…
Interior designer Anna Spiro lists colourful Ascot home for auction
The Brisbane-based designer's circa-1920 Queenslander reflects three decades of pattern-filled work – and some furnishings may be available…
Rental housing should be treated as an essential service
Survey data shows landlords largely agree with renters on need for stronger protections, creating both compliance challenges and…
Blue Jays star George Springer lists Toronto home for $6.4 million
The four-time All-Star outfielder is selling his Lawrence Park property as the final season of his six-year contract…
Auction simulation training raising industry standards
Practice makes perfect - but in real estate, most agents only get to practise on their clients.
David Bowie’s Central Park apartment hits market at US$4.95 million
The late musician and his wife Iman owned the ninth-floor Essex House unit for a decade before selling…
Shayne Mele: From finance to property investment expert
For Shayne Mele, property has always been the common thread running through his diverse business career.
Chris Brown’s graffiti-covered Hollywood Hills home listed at US$2.9m
The controversial property that sparked neighbourhood complaints a decade ago still features original interior murals throughout.
Christie Nelson: Building a brand built on genuine relationships
After more than two decades in real estate, Christie Nelson has returned to the industry with renewed focus…
Justin Hemmes expands Byron Bay footprint with $18m beachfront purchase
The Merivale boss has now spent close to $60 million on Belongil Beach property in just over two…
Suzannah Toop departs TOOP+TOOP after 14 years to build “the next evolution of renting”
Suzannah Toop has stepped down from her role at TOOP+TOOP Real Estate, the Adelaide-based agency founded by her…
What is a 66W, and why every agent needs to understand it
It's three characters that can make or break a deal. Here's what the 66W certificate actually means, how…
Former PR specialist Sarah Broad acquires Brisbane commercial agency
Sarah Broad has purchased Kelly & Co Property from founder Pat Kelly, becoming one of few female-owned commercial…
Shirley Temple’s 1950 wedding venue hits the market for $2.45 million
The Spanish Mission-style adobe home in Monterey, California, where the Hollywood legend married Charles Black has been extensively…
First home buyer scheme driving up prices for affordable homes
Properties eligible for the expanded 5 per cent deposit guarantee have risen nearly twice as fast as higher-priced…
Jade Fitzgerald: Building a family business with a personal touch
Jade Fitzgerald’s journey into real estate began with a less-than-ideal experience—one that would ultimately shape the foundation of…
The Australian dream is alive but not the same as before
New analysis of OECD data suggests homeownership remains within reach – but the path has changed dramatically.
Not all business is good business in property management
Hayley Mitchell on why property management's talent crisis starts, and ends, with the decisions agencies make before they…
Nothing but net! NBA star Jeff Green sells Miami mansion for $24.6 million
The Houston Rockets forward offloaded his custom-built Pinecrest estate for nearly $10 million below asking price, adding to…
Property sector leads AI adoption at nearly 70 per cent
New research shows property services are leading SME AI adoption in Australia, with early users reporting faster growth,…
Paul Neshausen: From corporate burnout to luxury real estate success
Paul Neshausen has built a highly successful real estate career in Auckland after walking away from the corporate…
Sam Mansy: Building a lifestyle empire in Surfers Paradise
From working 3am breakfast shifts while building a real estate career to running a thriving business, Sam Mansy…
Hollywood love story home: Ava Gardner and Frank Sinatra’s retreat for sale
The mid-century home served as a sanctuary for the silver screen star during her marriage to Frank Sinatra
Affordable regional suburbs dominate buyer demand hotspots
New data reveals Victorian and Tasmanian suburbs are seeing enquiry surges of up to 313 per cent, signalling…
Former Bondi Rescue star Harrison Reid exits Sydney with $1.5m apartment sale ahead of NZ agency move
Celebrity lifeguard Harrison Reid has sold his Rose Bay apartment for $1.5 million and relocated to New Zealand,…
Property manager vacancies hit 5,300 as six-figure salaries fail to stem exodus
New data reveals the scale of the workforce crisis, with Victoria's 1,100 vacant roles reflecting the toll of…
Anna Younan: Building success through transparency and trust in Camden
Anna Younan didn't dream of becoming a real estate agent as a child – but nineteen years later,…
Lizzo sells her Beverly Hills home at a loss after price cuts
The Grammy-winning artist listed the property for nearly $16 million but accepted an offer closer to $12.5 million…
Domi Antalfy: putting buyers first in Sydney
Domi Antalfy has built her buyer's agency business on a simple principle — genuine care for her clients,…