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Strategic marketing delivers four offers on Dubbo family home
A four-bedroom family home in Dubbo has sold for $850,000 after a 66-day campaign by Samuel Shooter from Dubbo Real Estate Agency, which generated four offers from competing buyers. The property at 66 Darling Street attracted strong interest through a multi-channel marketing strategy that combined traditional real estate portals with targeted social media campaigns and direct outreach to buyers who…
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Targeted marketing drives $57,000 in competitive bidding for Norman Park unit
A two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit at 4/166 Norman Avenue, Norman Park has sold under the hammer for $867,000 after Jason generated six registered bidders through strategic buyer campaigns. The 29-day campaign delivered results significantly above suburb benchmarks, with 3,371 views on realestate.com.au, 58 email and phone enquiries, and 60 inspections. Three offers came in before auction day. Campaign strategy delivered measurable…
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Ray White leaders unite to bring the whole team
More than 80 Queensland business leaders from Cairns to Coolangatta gathered yesterday for the final Ray White Collective Engagement Series of the year, focusing on a clear strategy for 2026: driving volume, performance, being proud of every transaction, as well as bringing the whole team.
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REIA welcomes new President Jacob Caine to lead property industry
The Real Estate Institute of Australia has appointed a new President and Board for 2026, positioning the organization to navigate upcoming industry challenges and regulatory reforms.
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Pacific Property Buyers secures $43 million rose bay development site off-market
Albert Sassoon from Pacific Property Buyers has negotiated the off-market purchase of a combined 1,400sqm development site in Rose Bay for approximately $43 million, amalgamating three separate titles into a single opportunity. The acquisition at 2, 4 and 6 Conway Avenue brought together two houses and two apartments on a single site, purchased through Mark Yates of Raine & Horne…
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Strategic Thursday launch drives four offers for Wonga Park home in seven days
Four offers in seven days have driven competition for a Wonga Park family home marketed by Carl Payne of Barry Plant Lilydale, following a strategic Thursday launch with a $1.2–$1.3 million guide. A four-bedroom family home at 13 Packham Place, Wonga Park, has sold for $1,361,000 after just seven days on market, with Carl using strategic launch timing to drive…
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Bondi retail shop sells well after expressions of interest campaign
A 33-square-metre retail shop at Bondi Road has sold for $830,000 after a competitive expressions of interest campaign led by Nicholas Armstrong-Smith in Bondi Junction. The result came from a multi-channel marketing approach that combined online exposure through realcommercial.com.au and commercialrealestate.com.au with physical signage targeting foot and vehicle traffic, social media and office window display, plus targeted outreach to Nicholas’…
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APRA moves to cap high DTI lending as investor borrowing rises
APRA will introduce a limit on high debt-to-income home loans from February, aiming to prevent a lift in financial system risks as investor borrowing strengthens and housing credit growth moves above its longer-term average.
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New homes are now more affordable than ever across the US
New homes are becoming increasingly competitive with existing homes as builders offer significant incentives and more competitive pricing to attract buyers in a challenging market.
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Collaborative turnaround secures Russell Lea family home
Tony Nico from Cobden Hayson, in conjunction with Michael Tringali from McGrath Leichhardt, has sold a five-bedroom house in Russell Lea, achieving a strong result in the competitive inner west. Tony joined forces with Michael to execute a targeted turnaround strategy focused on achieving a timely result as the sellers prepared to transition to their next home. Vendor-focused strategy The…
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Strategic campaign delivers dozen offers in competitive Belmont North market
Lisa Borstel secured contract exchange in just one week for a three-bedroom house at 30 John Fisher Road, Belmont North, generating a dozen offers through comprehensive marketing. The result significantly outperformed Belmont North’s typical sales timeline of 29 days for three-bedroom houses, demonstrating how targeted campaign strategy can create strong buyer competition even in markets with extended average selling periods.…
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Queensland’s housing shortage keeps prices climbing
Queensland’s housing shortage is continuing to push prices higher, with new REIQ data showing quarterly growth across every major market. House and unit medians climbed again in the September 2025 quarter, and regional areas delivered some of the state’s strongest results. REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella says sustained supply constraints are placing mounting pressure on buyers and warns that improving housing…
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Database marketing drives off-market studio sale in Bondi Junction
A studio apartment at 508/29 Newland Street, Bondi Junction has sold for $442,000 off-market through Century 21 Armstrong-Smith’s targeted database and social media campaign. Nicholas Armstrong-Smith, who leads the Bondi Junction agency, secured the sale without traditional marketing investment by leveraging existing investor connections and strategic digital outreach. The fifth-floor security studio in a building adjacent to the agency’s office…
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Double win for BizCover in 2025 rising star awards
BizCover Sales Manager, Kate Bryant, (pictured) and Product Analyst, Pamela Minuto, have been presented with the Insurance Business Rising Star Award for 2025.
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Adrian William turns pink signboards into $31,729 for cancer support
Adrian William installs 61 pink signboards across October, donating $500 per campaign to Chris O'Brien Lifehouse.
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Uri Ross: From local roots to real estate success in Nimbin
Uri Ross has leveraged his deep local connections and straightforward approach to build a thriving real estate business in the Northern Rivers region.
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Inflation rises to 3.8% as housing costs and electricity drive monthly CPI higher
Australia’s first full Monthly CPI release shows inflation rising to 3.8 per cent in the year to October, up from 3.6 per cent in September. Housing remains the biggest contributor, driven by a 5.9 per cent annual increase and sharp rises in rents, new dwellings and electricity costs. ABS head of prices statistics Michelle Marquardt says the shift to monthly…
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LookingToSell: The Industry Tool Delivering High Intent Seller Leads for Agents
New platform LookingToSell bridges the gap between financially cautious homeowners and real estate agents, offering consumers detailed selling cost calculations while providing agents with high-intent seller leads before they reach the market. The performance-based model charges no upfront fees, only collecting a referral fee upon settlement.
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CBD office markets edge toward a 2026 rebound as supply tightens
Australia’s CBD office markets are showing firmer signs of stabilising, with rising occupier demand and a development pipeline stalled by high construction costs. Premium buildings in major cities are already recording stronger performance, while vacancy rates tighten in key markets such as Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide. With more than 1.7 million square metres of planned projects on hold, existing high-grade…
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NZ property resale gains fall to weakest level since 2013 as short hold periods drag outcomes
New Zealand’s property market recorded its weakest resale gain rate since 2013, with only 87.8 percent of resales achieving a profit in the September quarter. Gains remain sizeable, but shorter ownership continues to carry higher risk, particularly in Auckland, Wellington and the apartment sector. Regions such as Queenstown Lakes remain far more resilient, and while analysts expect steadier conditions in…
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iD4me partners with REIP to deliver real-time property intelligence to agents
Data intelligence platform iD4me has announced a new partnership with Real Estate Industry Partners (REIP), a move that is set to lift industry standards and streamline the way agents access property information.
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Cricket legend Michael Clarke lists luxury mansion for over $20m
Australian cricket legend Michael Clarke has put his Vaucluse mansion on the market with price expectations exceeding $20 million, as he upgrades to a larger property in the same exclusive Sydney suburb.
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Income-generating homes set to drive property values higher
Homes equipped with energy-generating technology could soon deliver financial returns to owners, potentially driving property values higher as buyers recognise their economic benefits.
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Property Council welcomes boost to social and affordable housing
The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the third round of the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF), which will deliver more than 21,000 new social and affordable homes across the country.
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More than half of US homes losing value despite long-term equity gains
More than half of American homes have lost value over the past year, reaching the highest level of declining home values since 2012.
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Harcourts Premium Group celebrates grand opening in Adelaide’s most prestigious suburbs
Harcourts Premium Group has officially opened its doors, marking a significant new chapter for luxury real estate in South Australia.
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Housing affordability hits record lows across Australia
Australia's housing affordability has reached unprecedented lows, with three of four key national indicators hitting record highs in 2025, signaling both buying and renting have become unsustainable for many Australians.
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Database strategy drives seven offers on Lake Macquarie family home
Lisa Borstel of Raine & Horne Belmont guided 10 Melanie Close through a 21-day private treaty campaign that attracted over 100 inquiries, demonstrating the power of comprehensive database marketing in the Lake Macquarie region. Campaign strategy The single-level brick-and-tile house with a double garage on a 645-square-metre block, with a mezzanine level, was initially guided at $1 million to $1.1…
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US home turnover drops to 30-year low
The United States is experiencing its lowest home turnover rate since the 1990s, with only 28 of every 1,000 homes changing hands so far this year, according to Redfin. Chief economist Daryl Fairweather warns, “It’s not healthy for the economy that people are staying put,” as fewer households feel able or motivated to relocate in a labour market marked by…
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NSW strata laws receive final overhaul to benefit 1.2 million residents
The NSW Minns Labor Government has introduced its fourth and final strata reform bill to Parliament, completing an ambitious modernisation program that will benefit more than 1.2 million people living in strata properties across the state.
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A record 13 million Australians turn to realestate.com.au
Realestate.com.au reached more than 13 million Australians in October, with new Ipsos data showing the platform achieved its highest-ever audience, visits and logged-in membership. Users spent an average of 38 minutes on the site, and app activity climbed to 69.3 million visits for the month. General Manager of Audience and Marketing Sarah Myers said the results highlight the strong role…
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Elite Agent Launches ‘Ailsa’: The AI Journalist Transforming Sales Results Into Authority Assets
Elite Agent has announced the launch of Ailsa, a conversational AI journalist designed to solve a dual challenge for the real estate industry: the scarcity of time for content creation and the growing need for verified digital authority. For many agents, the details of a difficult sale or a record-breaking campaign are often lost as focus shifts immediately to the…
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‘It just stinks of imbalance’: Andy Reid says proposed Victorian reserve-price laws miss the mark
Victoria’s proposal to mandate early disclosure of reserve prices has drawn sharp criticism from auctioneer Andy Reid, who says the move was presented as if already decided and risks creating an uneven playing field. He argues the plan targets owners, overlooks buyer behaviour and adds fresh confusion to an already strained market.
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Thanksgiving hosting influences home buying decisions
More than half of Americans consider Thanksgiving hosting capabilities when searching for a new home, with younger generations leading this trend.
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Temporary migrants face severe housing challenges
Temporary visa holders are experiencing significant housing stress with little government support, despite making up more than 10 percent of Australia's population.
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