Rowan Crosby
Rowan Crosby is a senior journalist at Elite Agent specialising in finance and real estate.
49 suburbs see house prices grow at triple the national rate
House prices in 49 suburbs across Australia's capital cities have grown more than three times faster than the national average over the past year, highlighting pockets of exceptional demand in the property market.
Hollywood Golden Age home hits market at US$9 million
A historic Los Angeles residence built for Oscar-winning actor Melvyn Douglas has been listed for sale at nearly…
Paige Creedon: Development expertise and flexibility drive success
Paige Creedon has built a growing real estate business by combining her development expertise with the flexibility to…
How to build a listings-first business with geo farming
Craig Duran has built a listing-first business model that has vendors calling him directly, thanks to his unique…
NHL legend slashes price on luxury Malibu beachfront mansion
NHL hall of famer Chris Chelios has reduced the asking price of his Malibu beachfront mansion to just…
Anywhere agents signal exodus if Compass acquisition proceeds
More than half of Anywhere Real Estate agents would consider leaving their brokerage if the proposed Compass acquisition…
Victoria strengthens underquoting laws to protect homebuyers
The Victorian Government is cracking down on underquoting in the real estate market with updated guidelines that establish…
Housing market reveals growing gap between buyer searches and property prices
Australia's housing market is experiencing a significant misalignment between what buyers are searching for and what sellers are…
Rob Lowe sells Beverly Hills home after multiple price cuts
Actor Rob Lowe has finally found a buyer for his Beverly Hills property after a year and a…
Lower-priced homes outperform following 5% Deposit Scheme expansion
Properties falling within the price caps of the Federal Government's expanded 5% Deposit Scheme experienced stronger growth in…
Trump proposes 50-year mortgages to boost affordability
President Trump has proposed introducing 50-year mortgages as a solution to housing affordability challenges, a move that would…
Regional areas delivering Australia’s strongest rental yields
Australia's highest rental returns are now found outside major cities, with regional towns and Darwin emerging as the…
Prince’s bandmate selling fairy-tale Los Angeles home after 40 years
Lisa Coleman, former keyboardist for Prince's band the Revolution, has listed her castle-like Los Angeles home for nearly…
Housing intensification study to examine inequality impacts
New research will investigate who truly benefits from New Zealand's housing intensification policies and their effects on social…
SERHANT. expands to Las Vegas as luxury market heats up
Luxury brokerage SERHANT. has launched operations in Las Vegas, marking its fourth expansion this year and 14th office…
Capital markets gaining momentum as office yields tighten
Transaction activity in Australia's Capital Markets is gathering significant momentum, with Sydney yields tightening in a clear signal…
Racing icon’s Indiana mansion hits market for US$11.9 million
Michael Andretti, member of the legendary racing family, has listed his sprawling Indiana estate for US$11.9 million (AUD…
Veronica Perez: Building success through genuine connection
Veronica Perez has spent over two decades mastering the art of real estate, transforming from a young agent…
How to use TikTok to generate 50+ referrals
US-based Courtney Benson has built one of the most referral-rich real estate brands on TikTok and not through…
HGTV star Genevieve Gorder, lists renovated Chelsea, duplex for $4.35 million
Interior designer and HGTV personality Genevieve Gorder has put her Manhattan duplex on the market for US$4.35 million…
San Francisco homes selling at fastest pace among major US cities
San Francisco's housing market has seen a dramatic acceleration, with homes now selling faster than in almost any…
Housing approvals rise but still short of national targets
New home building approvals have seen a significant increase, though the construction industry still faces challenges in meeting…
Property investors reach record share of mortgage market
Property investors now hold their largest share of the mortgage market since records began, signalling a significant shift…
Automatic FIRB approvals set to boost property investment
The Australian government is considering automatic Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) approvals for established global investors with proven…
Lily Allen’s townhouse hits market amid separation
Lily Allen and David Harbour's maximalist Brooklyn brownstone has been listed for $7.995 million (AUD $12.1 million), marking…
Peter Camphin to lead fresh chapter for REIQ as new Chair
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has entered a new era with a significant leadership change as…
Jenny Co joins Savills as Associate Director
Savills Australia and New Zealand has strengthened its Office Leasing team with the appointment of Jenny Co as…
Diane Keaton’s former Beverly Hills estate hits the market for $25 million
A Beverly Hills mansion once owned by the late Diane Keaton has been listed for $25 million (AUD$37.5…
Local family business joins Ray White after 20 years
After two decades of independent operation in Barham, New South Wales real estate gun Lauren Polkinghorne has joined…
New Zealand property values show signs of recovery
Property values in New Zealand have increased for the second consecutive month, signalling what could be the early…
Green spaces boost property values by up to 17 per cent
Properties featuring greenery are commanding significant price premiums and attracting more buyer interest across Australia, according to new…
Ghosts prefer prime real estate
New research has uncovered that ghosts and spirits in New Zealand appear to favour high-value properties and communal…
How to become the AI-recommended agent
Jimmy Burgess, President of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida and Chief Coaching Officer for HomeServices of…
Fashion designer Marc Ecko lists historic New Jersey mansion for $10 million
Fashion designer Marc Ecko has relisted his historic Gilded Age mansion in Bernardsville, New Jersey for just under…
Canadian rental market sees best affordability in two years after immigration cuts
Renters across Canada are experiencing the most affordable rental conditions in two years, with average asking rents declining…