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INDUSTRY NEWS
New ACCC rules set to reshape commercial property deals with major supermarkets
Commercial property landlords with major supermarket tenants face significant regulatory changes from January 2026, with new mandatory ACCC notification requirements potentially impacting transaction timelines and costs.
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Celebrity Homes
Kanye West’s former property transformed into $17 million Chumash-inspired estate
A Hidden Hills property once owned by Kanye West has undergone a dramatic transformation, with the original dwelling demolished to make way for a luxurious US$17 million ($AUD 25 million) equestrian estate that draws inspiration from Native American heritage.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Nakita Tate: From functional to excellence in elevating real estate operations
Nakita Tate understands the difference between a functional real estate business and a truly exceptional one, and she knows how technology and human expertise are integrated.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
One-third of non-homeowners have abandoned their property dreams
A growing number of Australians have given up on the dream of homeownership, with more than a third saying they have no plans to buy a property at all.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Housing market pauses in July but poised for rebound with expected rate cuts
Australia's housing market experienced a significant slowdown in July following the Reserve Bank's decision to hold interest rates, though experts predict this deceleration will be short-lived with anticipated rate cuts on the horizon.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
UK house prices rebounded 0.6 per cent last month
UK house prices increased by 0.6 per cent in July following a 0.9 per cent fall in June, signalling renewed strength in the housing market despite economic uncertainties.
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Celebrity Homes
Aaron Paul’s Los Feliz home hits market for $9.95 million
Actor Aaron Paul is selling his century-old Los Feliz home in Los Angeles, for US$9.95 million (AUD$15.3 million).
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Celebrity Homes
Adam Lambert sells Hollywood Hills home at a loss
Singer Adam Lambert has sold his luxurious Los Angeles home for US$6.2 million (AUD$10 million), taking a US$300,000 loss on the property he purchased in 2018.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Property values rise across all capitals as housing market strengthens
National dwelling values have increased for the sixth consecutive month, with every capital city recording growth as the housing market continues to strengthen.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Brisbane overtakes Melbourne as property markets surge nationwide
Australia's property market is experiencing a significant revival with Brisbane overtaking Melbourne to become the nation's second-highest median house price city, reaching a record $1 million for the first time.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Window of opportunity opens for NZ first home buyers
New Zealand's property market is presenting a prime opportunity for first home buyers as housing stock continues to tighten across the country, according to the latest data from realestate.co.nz.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Queensland’s new seller’s disclosure laws kick off today
Queensland’s property market is set for a major shake-up with new statutory Seller’s Disclosure laws coming into effect on 1 August 2025.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Matt Redmond: building success in South Gippsland
Matt Redmond has found a perfect fit with Area Specialist, using his local knowledge and reputation in South Gippsland to build a thriving real estate business.
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Celebrity Homes
Robbie Williams secures $40 million Florida waterfront estate
British pop star Robbie Williams is selling up in California and relocating to Florida after purchasing a sprawling waterfront mansion in Coral Gables for US$40 million (AUD$61 million), with an additional US$5 million for furnishings.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
From seizures to sales: Grant Turner’s return to real estate on his own terms
After a life-changing epilepsy diagnosis that threatened to derail both his career and family life, Grant Turner has made a powerful return to real estate. He’s doing it on his own terms with a renewed focus on health, family and purpose-driven success in commercial property.
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Celebrity Homes
NFL linebacker Shaq Thompson lists custom Charlotte home for $10.7 million
Former Carolina Panthers linebacker Shaq Thompson has put his custom-built Charlotte home on the market for US$10.7 million ($AUD 16 million) as he relocates to Buffalo following a team change.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
US home sales slump as prices reach record highs
Sales of previously owned homes in the United States have fallen to their lowest levels since September last year, while median home prices have simultaneously hit an all-time high.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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 the upcoming Economic Reform Roundtable.
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Celebrity Homes
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 US$15 million (AUD$23 million) in Cape Elizabeth, Maine.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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 adding more than 10,800 new homes to the state's housing pipeline.
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Celebrity Homes
Ellen DeGeneres lists UK farmhouse
Celebrity couple Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have put their sprawling UK farmhouse on the market for US$30 million (AUD$45 million) just one year after purchasing the property.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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 fewer but larger deals according to new research.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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 Sydney and Melbourne, though these investments don't always deliver stronger long-term capital growth.
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Celebrity Homes
Steven Seagal’s former ranch hits the market at $14.5 million
A 190-acre estate once owned by Steven Seagal and Kelly LeBrock is back on the market in California’s Santa Ynez Valley, with an asking price more than triple its 1995 sale. Known as Rancho Arroyo Perdido, the property is listed for over US$11.5 million (approx. A$17.3 million).
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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 a more streamlined approach to address the nation's housing crisis.
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Celebrity Homes
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 price tag of US$77.5 million ($AUD118 million), following a complete transformation by his widow.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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 19.2% in 2024/25, according to new research.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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 increasing and buyer confidence returning amid improved financing conditions.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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 exist between capital cities, with Perth emerging as the nation's fastest market.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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 the state's property laws in decades.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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 sought-after location for tenants in 2025.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
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.
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Celebrity Homes
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 asking price to US$10.75 million (AUD$16.5 million).
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Celebrity Homes
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 million ($49 million) after being cut by approximately US$3 million from its original listing price.
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