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Celebrity Homes
Historic Mayfair mansion with royal connections hits market for $29M
An exquisite townhouse in Mayfair, once home to British Foreign Secretary James Harris and host to Emperor Napoleon III, has been listed for sale at £14.95 million ($29 million), offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of Anglo-French history.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Darren Pearce joins First National as Membership Director
Industry veteran, Darren Pearce, with over 30 years of experience has taken on a key leadership role at Australia's largest independent real estate network.
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OPINION
How to have frank conversations
The new year market is subdued. Prices in some parts are easing. Buyers are interested but cautious and sticking to their guns. Some vendors are unwilling to budge on price and many campaigns are becoming stalemates. Agents must be clear with vendors about price expectations, but what’s the best way to do this?
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Movers and Shakers
Jae Choi to lead new Belle Property Sunnybank office
Belle Property continues its Queensland expansion with experienced local agent Jae Choi heading up their new Sunnybank office.
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Movers and Shakers
Flynn Estate Agents opens fourth office as Chrissy Jones takes helm in Mornington
The rapidly expanding Flynn Estate Agents continues its growth trajectory with the announcement of its fourth office, while appointing Chrissy Jones as associate director of its Mornington location.
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Movers and Shakers
Mitch Green to lead Harcourts Academy
Head of People and Culture Mitch Green expands his leadership role to include Harcourts Academy and RTO operations.
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Movers and Shakers
Jess Culling leads Place Redcliffe Peninsula opening
Place Estate Agents has expanded its presence in the Moreton Bay Region with the official opening of Place Redcliffe Peninsula, led by top-performing agent Jess Culling.
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Movers and Shakers
Sally O’Connell named CEO of Abercrombys
Leading finance and real estate executive Sally O'Connell has been appointed as the new CEO of Abercrombys, effective February 2025.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Stuck in “Blockbuster” mode: COMPANY RE is disrupting Australian real estate in 2025 by empowering agents, buyers and sellers
Australian real estate agents are trapped in a "Blockbuster" model and need to start thinking like Netflix if they want to survive, according to real estate industry disruptor COMPANY RE.
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OPINION
The 5 biggest property trends set to shape 2025
The Australian property market is set for another year of change, with economic policy, cultural shifts, and evolving buyer behaviour shaping the landscape. REINSW President and BresicWhitney CEO, Thomas McGlynn, predicts the five trends that will shape our industry in 2025.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rental market shows signs of cooling as availability improves
The Australian rental market is showing early signs of easing, with slower price growth and improved property availability marking a shift from the intense conditions of 2023.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
CPI decline raises hopes for borrowers
The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data shows a significant decline in inflation, bringing relief to borrowers and sparking optimism for an interest rate cut, but experts urge caution to maintain economic stability.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New Zealand coastal suburbs see extraordinary growth patterns
New Zealand's coastal property market has experienced exceptional growth across both islands, with some areas achieving up to 372 per cent value increase over five years, according to new research.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Property investors target consistent markets
Property investors are increasingly understanding the value of consistent markets over boom locations, with new research revealing the top 50 safest investment suburbs across Australia.
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Celebrity Homes
Ellen DeGeneres re-lists historic LA home at a discount after move to the UK
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have re-listed one of their last Los Angeles properties for $29.99 million (AUD $45.4 million), marking a significant price reduction from its previous listing of $33.9 million (AUD $51.4 million).
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Ben Chick celebrates 10 years with Explore Property
When Ben Chick opened the doors to Explore Property in January 2015, Mackay was reeling from a mining downturn, and the economy was at its lowest point. Despite the odds, Ben saw an opportunity to build something meaningful. Ten years later, Explore Property has grown from a small team of four to a thriving business of 30, establishing itself as…
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Mindset and Personal Development
Self-awareness for real estate success
In real estate, success isn’t just about market knowledge or negotiation skills. It’s also about understanding yourself.
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Celebrity Homes
Aussie James Bond bows out of local property market
George Lazenby, Australia’s only James Bond, has closed the chapter on his Australian real estate holdings with the sale of his final property in Crows Nest for $2.45 million.
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INTERNATIONAL
Single-family rents hit record high in US
The cost of renting a single-family home has reached an all-time high, sitting 20% above the average rent for multifamily apartments, according to Zillow’s latest market report.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
First home buyers flock to Victoria as ‘rentvesting’ gains momentum
First home buyer loan activity is surging across Australia, with Victoria emerging as the nation's leading destination for new buyers.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Nigel Mukhi rejoins McGrath to open a new McMahons Point office
McGrath Estate Agents have signalled their further focus on the group’s expansion across Sydney’s Lower North Shore with the opening of McGrath McMahons Point.
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THE ELEVATE PODCAST
From Data to Deals: How AI Tools Empower Agents
Respected industry leader Mark Cohen shares how AI is helping agents do more deals with less desk time.
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Movers and Shakers
Sonia Lennon joins Harcourts SA leadership team
Experienced property management professional Sonia Lennon has been appointed as Property Management Operations Manager at Harcourts South Australia.
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Movers and Shakers
Jo Phelps returns to Harcourts SA
Jo Phelps has been appointed as State Operations Manager/Events at Harcourts SA, marking her return to the company after 18 years of experience within the Harcourts Group.
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Movers and Shakers
Antonio Licata joins LJ Hooker Group as new Strategic Growth Manager
Antonio Licata joins LJ Hooker Group as new Strategic Growth Manager
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Movers and Shakers
Harcourts Foundation backs Tasmanian Tigers Blind Cricket Team
The Harcourts Foundation is supporting the Tasmanian Tigers Blind Cricket Team with a $5,000 grant for the team's journey to the National Championships.
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OPINION
The 10 skills every new (and old) commercial real estate agent needs
Entering commercial real estate as a new agent can be both exciting and challenging.
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Celebrity Homes
Inside Villa Gucci: a $22.7M Roman masterpiece steeped in luxury and heritage
A magnificent $22.7 million AUD villa in Rome, once home to the iconic Gucci family, has entered the market, offering a rare mix of opulence, history, and panoramic views of the Eternal City.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Land prices surge past inflation and construction costs
National land prices have hit record highs, outpacing both consumer inflation and building costs as supply constraints continue to challenge the housing market.
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Real Estate News
Why real estate agents are prime targets for cyberattacks – and how to protect yourself
The most recent cyberthreat report from the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) found that a cyber incident will cost a small business approximately $49,600. This is an 8% increase on the previous year.
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Movers and Shakers
Pat Goldsworthy returns to Place Estate Agents
One of Brisbane's youngest top performers, Pat Goldsworthy, has returned to Place Estate Agents where his real estate career began nearly a decade ago.
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