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Nedlands house sells in seven days after strategic pre-launch campaign
A five-bedroom house at 97 Dalkeith Road, Nedlands has sold via private treaty in seven days, with Mark Anderson from The Agency orchestrating a targeted campaign that generated 63 inquiries and four competitive offers. The result came from a carefully calibrated approach that paired professional property staging with a phased marketing release, allowing Mark to build buyer competition before the…
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A Night Without Home campaign raises more than $1 million to support those experiencing homelessness
Property industry's A Home for All Foundation raises over $1 million in its inaugural campaign to combat homelessness caused by domestic violence. The "A Night Without Home" initiative asked participants to experience one night without basic comforts, highlighting the reality faced by more than 122,000 Australians nightly.
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AMLHUB uses comedy to demystify complex AML Reforms for real estate professionals
AMLHUB partners with comedian Jimmy Rees in an innovative video campaign that transforms complex anti-money laundering legislation into accessible content for Australia's real estate industry, which faces new compliance requirements under Tranche 2 regulations taking effect by 2026.
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REMAX appoint key training ahead of tranche 2 AML compliance
REMAX Australia has partnered with AML software provider AMLHUB ahead of Tranche 2 Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) legislation coming into effect next year, to provide clear education, guidance and support on what the changes mean for real estate professionals moving forward.
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Harcourts Local Supports Day for Daniel to Champion Child Safety
Tim Williams and the team at the four Harcourts Local offices have proudly announced their participation in last Friday's "Day for Daniel," Australia's largest child safety awareness event.
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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 October, though experts caution against attributing this solely to the policy change.
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REMAX expands to Perth Hills, opening new office in Gidgegannup
New business is coming to the Perth Hills, with the opening of REMAX Encore in the heart of Gidgegannup this month.
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Meet the future homebuilder: it’s not human
Advancements in robotics and AI are redefining how homes are designed and built. Faster builds, lower costs and precision-driven construction could soon become the norm, raising important questions about the future of craftsmanship, affordability and value in the housing market.
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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 extend the traditional 30-year mortgage term to lower monthly payments for homeowners.
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Three offers drive pre-auction sale for six-decade family home
A four-bedroom family home in Hornsby Heights has sold prior to auction after being owned by the same vendor for 60 years, with Nick Berman of McGrath Hornsby navigating three pre-auction offers. The property at 18 Marine Crescent was built by the vendor and her late husband on a vacant block in the mid-1960s. After six decades in the red…
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realestate.com.au strengthens leadership with record audiences in Q1
realestate.com.au has entered FY26 with record-breaking momentum, setting new highs for audience reach and engagement. The platform attracted an average of 12.6 million Australians each month in the first quarter.
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Are you really covered? Why you should rethink your Professional Indemnity (PI) Insurance as a real estate agent
Real estate agents face growing blind spots in their Professional Indemnity insurance as market complexities increase. Standard policies often miss crucial coverage for contractor agents, sight unseen properties, and retroactive protection—gaps that could devastate businesses financially and reputationally during regulatory crackdowns.
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Belle Property Commercial acquires Axis Property
Belle Property Commercial has announced the acquisition of Axis Property, marking a significant expansion in its commercial property services across Melbourne.
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Sydney’s housing boost: 9,350 new homes planned for north-west under new proposal
Sydney’s housing supply is set for a significant lift, with the Minns Labor Government unveiling plans to rezone Cherrybrook in the city’s north-west to make way for 9,350 new homes.
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Leading REMAX duo join elite Neilson & Co team
Highly acclaimed husband-and-wife real estate duo Ben and Nola Kloppers, formerly of REMAX New Zealand, have joined Neilson & Co, led by the award-winning Dave Neilson at REMAX Bayside Properties.
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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 top performers for property investors.
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Next generation joins WA’s top real estate office
One of the country’s best prestige agents Vivien Yap of Ray White Dalkeith | Claremont welcomes a new partnership and next-gen talent as her business enters an exciting growth phase.
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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 inequality.
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Camillo house draws 10 offers in nine-day private treaty campaign
A three-bedroom home at 17 Hemingway Drive, Camillo sold for $705,000 in just nine days, after 10 competing offers were managed through a strategic private-treaty campaign led by Carol Tuckett of Sherlock Homes Group. The result materially outpaced the local market, where three-bedroom houses typically take 24 days to sell with a $580,000 median, according to Domain data. Carol attributed…
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Unrenovated Bexley North villa sets suburb record at $1.43 million
An unrenovated three-bedroom villa at 2/14-16 New Illawarra Road has become Bexley North’s highest-selling villa, with Chadia El Hage of CobdenHayson securing $1.43 million through a four-week auction campaign. The result demonstrates how targeted marketing and competitive tension can maximise value even for properties requiring renovation. In a market where Bexley North’s three-bedroom house median sits at $1.735 million, Chadia’s…
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How Nancy Yang went from Rising Star to Director
From Rising Star winner to agency director, Nancy Yang's meteoric rise in real estate showcases how industry recognition can transform careers. As the 2025 REA Excellence Awards open for submissions, her journey offers inspiration for ambitious agents seeking similar breakthrough moments.
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Global investor sentiment cools on Melbourne as surcharges bite
Investor confidence in Victoria is waning, with global capital increasingly steering towards Sydney and Brisbane amid concerns over rising surcharges and policy instability.
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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 that office markets have turned the corner.
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Ray White expands into Canberra’s prestige market
Ray White, Canberra's market-leading real estate agency, is proud to announce its further expansion into the prestige heartlands of the capital with the opening of its new Manuka office.
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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 who was given a chance to the highly respected business owner of PRD Maroubra.
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Greece launches social rent and housing schemes to tackle deepening housing crisis
Greece is taking its first major steps to tackle a housing crisis described as one of the worst in Europe. With prices surging and supply stagnating, the government has announced a twin policy push, the creation of social housing and a new social rent model, aimed at boosting affordable housing in major cities. The plan relies heavily on repurposing public…
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Canadian demand for US property slows as tariffs take effect, but some Florida and Arizona hotspots remain popular
Canadian interest in US real estate is easing as new trade tariffs and a weaker Canadian dollar make buying across the border more expensive. While overall demand has fallen, Canadians remain the largest group of international buyers, with continued interest in lifestyle destinations such as Florida and Arizona, where warm weather and relative affordability still hold strong appeal.
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The hidden system top property managers are using to win the maintenance game
Leading property management agencies across Australia are quietly revolutionising maintenance coordination through "The Method" – a data-backed framework that transforms the industry's most challenging pain point into a business advantage.
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Agents + Co acquires leading agency in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, significantly expanding property management portfolio
Sydney's Agents + Co Property Group expands its footprint in the Eastern Suburbs with the acquisition of a leading Maroubra agency, significantly boosting its property management portfolio. "We're thrilled to welcome new landlords and tenants to the Agents + Co family," says General Manager George Roumanous of the move that positions them among the largest property managers in the region.
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Regional Australia powers ahead as dual forces drive growth
Regional Australia’s decade-long rise is no longer just a ripple effect from the capitals. Once defined by affordability seekers and mining booms, the regions have evolved into powerful property markets in their own right, fuelled by lifestyle migration, resource demand and permanent demographic change.
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Free daytime power under new ‘Solar Sharer’ scheme
Australians in three states will soon be able to use free electricity during the day, as the Albanese Government prepares to roll out a new “Solar Sharer” scheme that lets households tap into surplus solar energy - even if they don’t have rooftop panels.
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ReapitOne launches at Evolve ’25 to help agencies capture billions in untapped revenue
ReapitOne launches at Evolve '25, unifying sales, property management and lettings into a single ecosystem for Australian and New Zealand agencies. The platform addresses industry fragmentation that has cost agencies billions in potential revenue, with early adopters already seeing a 69% increase in cross-team referrals.
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RBA holds fire on rates as market momentum carries into summer
Despite no rate cut from the RBA, buyer confidence remains strong. Steady rates, tight stock and resilient demand are keeping the property market active as Australia heads into summer.
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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 other major US city.
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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 national housing targets.
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