Real Estate News
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Jellis Craigs Strengthens Moonee Valley presence with the Addition of Keilor East Team
Jellis Craig Moonee Valley has announced an important local expansion, Basil, Rosa and Pat Zoccali will join the Jellis Craig team.
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Rental law changes and landlord insurance
Recent tenancy law reforms across Australia are reshaping landlord insurance requirements, with changes to pet policies, eviction processes, and modification rights taking effect throughout 2024-2025. Landlords face new compliance challenges that directly impact insurance claims and coverage eligibility.
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Pivott: revolutionary platform delivers 60% productivity gains for construction industry
Pivott, a new construction management platform, is transforming the industry with reported 60% productivity gains and 5% cost savings across projects. By centralizing communications and digitizing processes, it converts traditional procurement into a strategic advantage while offering real-time visibility for developers managing multimillion-dollar builds.
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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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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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‘Bridesmaids’ mansion breaks sales record with $20.5M off-market deal
The lavish estate from the hit comedy changed hands for the first time in 26 years.
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Sixth-Generation local opens Harcourts Coast & Vines
Harcourts has announced the opening of its newest South Australian office Harcourts Coast & Vines.
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Jane Elvin opens Harcourts All About Property
Renowned local real estate force Jane Elvin is proud to announce the opening of Harcourts All About Property, an innovative new real estate agency dedicated to providing personalised and client-focused services in Annerley and surrounds.
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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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Domain and Nearmap partner to deliver sharper insights into Australia’s property market
Domain's Home Price Guide platform integrates cutting-edge aerial imagery for more accurate, real-time property insights.
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Sapporo’s ¥400 billion property portfolio to be sold
Japanese brewing giant Sapporo looks to offload its flagship property assets, including Tokyo’s Yebisu Garden Place, in a multi-billion-dollar sale attracting global investor interest.
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“A demolition of regional communities”: new land laws spark alarm in Victoria
Agents warned of potential impact on property rights, land values and buyer confidence as new VicGrid bill draws sharp criticism from farming communities and legal experts.
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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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Luxury property specialist Anna Chen returns to BresicWhitney
BresicWhitney has announced the return of respected Lower North Shore sales agent Anna Chen, in a powerful testament of the group’s ability to strengthen the careers of Sydney’s most ambitious and high-performing agents.
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An AI assistant set to transform estate agency operations
Reapit unveils RAI, an AI assistant embedded within its platform that promises to transform real estate operations by automating tasks and delivering insights in each agency's unique brand voice, all while maintaining data security and privacy.
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Architectural desert retreat once rented by Beyoncé now for sale
A striking 2,858-acre ranch in Texas, once rented by Beyoncé, has hit the market, offering privacy, scale and star power for AUD$14.6 million.
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Mortgage refinancing hits record high in NZ
Refinancing activity hit record highs in June, with more than 3,500 mortgage holders switching banks and nearly $2.5 billion in lending reshuffled, according to new analysis from Cotality NZ.
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1 in 4 Aussie households plan to invest in property – despite broader caution
New research from Agile Market Intelligence’s Consumer Pulse survey reveals that property remains the top investment choice for Australian households, even as overall appetite for investing remains subdued.
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Real estate agent turnover remains high despite national decline in job mobility
Real estate agents are still changing jobs at one of the highest rates in the country, according to new ABS data, despite a broader slowdown in job mobility across other industries.
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Belle Property Expands Regionally with New Office Opening in Wagga Wagga
Belle Property, one of Australia’s most respected real estate brands, is proud to announce the opening of its newest office, Belle Property Wagga Wagga, in New South Wales.
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Q2 property maintenance trends are in – Tapi’s latest index reveals what’s changed
Tapi's latest Property Maintenance Index offers property managers nationwide cost benchmarks and seasonal insights, from plumbing repairs averaging $181-$350 to structural maintenance trends. The free quarterly report helps professionals justify costs, plan budgets, and educate landlords with data-backed expertise.
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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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Ray White On Point Realty Group launches in Omaha, Matakana and Point Wells
Ray White New Zealand is proud to welcome Ray White On Point Realty Group to its ever-growing network, servicing the picturesque coastal communities of Omaha, Matakana and Point Wells.
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Jellis Craig expands footprint across Whitehorse with strategic office acquisition
Premium real estate agency Jellis Craig has expanded its footprint across the sought-after eastern suburbs, with Director Hugh Francis and his team joining Jellis Craig Whitehorse.
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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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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 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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Refurb boom in London as eco demand outpaces supply
Financial firms drive uptake of sustainable office upgrades amid scarcity of premium space.
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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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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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Tying the knot versus cutting ties: marriage and divorce trends hint at property market movements
Latest ABS data shows a rise in marriages and a dip in divorces, pointing to shifts in housing demand as newlyweds enter the market and fewer couples split assets.
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Aussie unveils exciting partnership with One Agency
The announcement, being made today at One Agency’s international “Alive in 25” conference in Wellington, marks an important step in Aussie’s evolution from a mortgage broker to a leading one-stop destination for Australians to find, buy and own property. The partnership provides One Agency clients with seamless support from pre-approval through to settlement, including access to Aussie’s ‘buy now, sell…
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Unlocking Growth: How Agents Are Winning in Today’s Market
New report reveals lead generation remains the top challenge for real estate agents, with nearly half struggling to find quality prospects. As technology reshapes the industry, successful agents aren't working harder, they're leveraging better systems and agency support to nurture leads and stand out from competitors.
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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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What makes a great PM? Four stories from the field
From air freight couriers to beauty therapists, Barry Plant's property managers reveal how they found purpose in an often-overlooked profession. "If you can make both parties happy in a day, that's a good day," says one veteran who's spent 15 years bridging the gap between landlords and tenants.
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