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Owner-designed Wurtulla home sells $100,000 over asking after attracting 140 enquiries
Jonathan Lockyer of Henzells secured $1.91 million for a self-designed Wurtulla house — more than $100,000 over asking — after the second viewers to inspect
Strategic timing and staging deliver upper-end result in Leichhardt
David Carrozza of CobdenHayson has sold a three-bedroom house at 34 Allen Street, Leichhardt, for $2,255,000 prior to auction after convincing initially hesitant vendors to
Jo Koy lists sculptural Las Vegas mansion with tree trunk staircase
The comedian is asking $11.25 million (AUD$17.8 million) for the architectural home, which features a Brutalist exterior, Zen-like interiors and a two-story lightbulb sculpture.
Tax changes could cut 45,000 homes and push up rents, industry leaders warn
Changes to negative gearing and CGT discounts could cut 45,000 homes and push up rents, industry bodies warn, calling for supply-focused policy.
Rent roll growth has slowed. But not for the top 10%
While market shifts squeeze many agencies, a widening performance gap reveals that success now depends on superior execution and value-based conversion over traditional fee-driven competition.
Why buyers struggle at auction, and how agents can guide them
Auctions remain the most transparent way to sell property, but many buyers still find them intimidating. Loan Market data shows a stark confidence gap across generations, with over-55s feeling largely unprepared and under-35s relying heavily on research and rehearsal. Mortgage broker Kris Faife says agents who help clients set bidding limits and base decisions on comparable sales are seeing far better results — turning stress and uncertainty into strategy and success.
Harcourts promotes two Australian women to global leadership roles
Teagan Seccombe and Karmen Costigan step up from Australian positions to oversee events and property management across the international network.
Simone Chin: From ballet to Brighton real estate success
Simone Chin has built a leading real estate business in Brighton, Melbourne, grounded in discipline, creativity and a commitment to giving back.
Energy efficiency is the new property power play agents can no longer ignore
As Australia moves toward mandatory home energy ratings by 2030, Cecille Weldon and Chiara Pacifici warn that real estate agents must move beyond “vibe” marketing.
Acton | Belle Property opens Karratha office in Pilbara push
The Western Australian expansion puts the lifestyle brand in one of the state’s strongest rental markets, led by a principal with two decades of local ties.
Grant Simpson returns to Ray White after selling own agency
The commercial agent’s move to RWC Northern Corridor Group reunites him with longtime collaborators in Brisbane’s north.
REMAX Aspire adds marketing specialist to Gold Coast leadership team
Daniel Petch joins the boutique agency as Managing Partner, bringing strategic marketing and media experience to the two-office operation.
Jake Gardam’s Instagram strategy delivers $650,000 sale in five days
Jake Gardam sold a three-bedroom house at 2/34 Crosss Road in Traralgon, Victoria for $650,000 after just five days on market, using a strategic social
NSW to launch Smart Rental Bonds to ease renters’ upfront costs
NSW will introduce Smart Rental Bonds in 2026, allowing renters to transfer bonds between properties for $25 and avoid paying two bonds upfront when moving.
The Rubinstein Group adds collective sales specialists after $30m deal
Jennifer Binetter and Carmen Culina join the eastern suburbs agency after co-leading a 39-lot collective sale in Rushcutters Bay.
Jacobs Well record-holders Belize Property join Harcourts network
The independent agency behind the area’s four highest property sales is expanding to Ormeau under new franchise partnership.
The AI Edit Ep. 3: Stop buying fish – why inbound is the lead source that compounds
There are three ways to get leads in real estate. Two of them keep you running. One of them builds something. In Episode three of
Meeting the demands of the modern buyer
Gerard Connell explains how immersive content, AI, and local expertise are helping agents meet changing buyer expectations in real estate.
First National names top NSW performers at 2025 state awards
Byron Bay and Port Macquarie offices lead the network as regional agencies dominate the honours list.
Transparent strategy drives dream result for Chippendale unit vendors
Four buyers competed for a two-bedroom One Central Park apartment after Stevan Vuk-Luboya of Richard Matthews Real Estate used a transparent pricing strategy that pushed
Step inside Lily Tomlin’s star-studded Palm Springs retreat
Lily Tomlin’s iconic Palm Springs mid-century retreat, the “Lily Pad,” is on the market for US$3.9 million. The celebrity home features a guest house, five fireplaces, and half an acre of desert grounds.
Ray White Bathurst appoints Emma Chapman as director
Emma Chapman, who built the office’s property management arm over three years, steps into leadership alongside principals Stephen and Kathie Townsend.
Ravi Goyal adds $120,000 to The Ponds sale after presentation overhaul
Ravi Goyal has sold a five-bedroom house at 28 Angelwing Street in The Ponds for $2,020,000 after transforming its presentation following a four-month unsuccessful campaign
Five offers in one week for Helensburgh home beside crown land
Elle Ritson has sold a three-bedroom house at 37 Old Farm Road, Helensburgh in one week via private treaty after five buyers competed for the