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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Gavin Rubinstein on TRG’s global growth and why women are leading the recruitment drive
As The Rubinstein Group (TRG) prepares to open its first international office, Gavin Rubinstein is also reshaping the make-up of his high-performing Sydney team. Behind the brand’s next phase of growth is a deliberate recruitment strategy - one that’s bringing more women into the fold and redefining what high performance looks like in Australian real estate.
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INTERNATIONAL
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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Celebrity Homes
Sydney Sweeney eyes historic US$15 million Bel Air estate
When Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney goes house-hunting, Hollywood pays attention. The actress, already known for her growing collection of historic homes, has reportedly set her sights on one of Bel Air’s most iconic estates - a US$15 million time capsule that hasn’t changed hands in eight decades.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
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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Movers and Shakers
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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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
The three habits that separate top agents from the rest: consistency, accountability and momentum
In real estate, success isn’t about luck. It’s built through habits, structure and discipline. REMAX sales negotiator and team leader Brett White believes the agents who win long term do three things better than most: stay consistent, stay accountable and keep their momentum.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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SUPPLIER NEWS
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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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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PROSPECTING + LISTING
How to use TikTok to generate 50+ referrals
US-based Courtney Benson has built one of the most referral-rich real estate brands on TikTok and not through strategy decks or scripts, but by showing up as herself.
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Celebrity Homes
HGTV star Genevieve Gorder, lists renovated Chelsea, duplex for $4.35 million
Interior designer and HGTV personality Genevieve Gorder has put her Manhattan duplex on the market for US$4.35 million (AUD $6.7 million) after a decade of living in the historic Chelsea property.
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INTERNATIONAL
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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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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FRANCHISE NEWS
McGrath and Knight Frank establish another 4 dual-branded offices, in the Wide Bay-Fraser Coast
McGrath and Knight Frank have established four dual-branded offices in Queensland’s Wide Bay-Fraser Coast region, north of Brisbane.
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BEST PRACTICE
Why joy at work could be the ultimate business advantage
Real estate has always been a high-stakes, high-pressure business. Between long days, demanding clients and constant market shifts, “enjoyment” isn’t a word that often appears in agency strategy meetings. But management consultant Rosie Sargeant argues that’s precisely the problem. In her recent TED Talk, she makes a compelling case that the future of business success will depend not just on…
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SUPPLIER NEWS
The risks of sub-letting: how to protect your landlords (and their cover)
As Australia's rental market tightens to historic lows, tenants increasingly turn to subletting to offset rising costs, creating potential insurance headaches for landlords. While legal with consent, these arrangements can leave property owners exposed when damage occurs or rent goes unpaid.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Spring momentum pushes Australian home prices to new record highs
Australia’s housing market shows no sign of slowing, with national home prices climbing for a tenth consecutive month in October.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Property investors reach record share of mortgage market
Property investors now hold their largest share of the mortgage market since records began, signalling a significant shift in Australia's property landscape.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Automatic FIRB approvals set to boost property investment
The Australian government is considering automatic Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) approvals for established global investors with proven track records, a move welcomed by the Property Council of Australia.
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Celebrity Homes
Lily Allen’s townhouse hits market amid separation
Lily Allen and David Harbour's maximalist Brooklyn brownstone has been listed for $7.995 million (AUD $12.1 million), marking the end of their marriage which Allen recently confirmed through her new album "West End Girl."
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Local favourite Chevonne Rees, to lead Ray White Palmwoods
Chevonne Rees, one of the Sunshine Coast hinterland's most respected real estate professionals, has opened her own Ray White office in the heart of Palmwoods, with her husband and business partner, Brian Rees.
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Just Sold
Eastern Suburbs agent uses renders to unlock $4.45 million for unrenovated house
A seven-bedroom house at 202 Malabar Road, South Coogee, has sold for $4.45 million after Nick Papas used architectural renders to help buyers see past its unrenovated state. The Agents & Co principal ran a 27-day private treaty campaign that focused on showing buyers the property’s potential rather than asking them to imagine it. “This property was unrenovated although very…
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Just Sold
Buyer knowledge drives $8.1m Strathfield sale $100k above expectations
Norman So and Arron Muckenschnabel of Belle Property Strathfield have achieved an $8.1 million auction result for a six-bedroom freestanding home, delivering $100,000 above the vendor’s sale expectations. The substantial property at 24 Highgate Street offered six bedrooms, four bathrooms and four-car accommodation across 663.9 square metres, attracting four registered bidders to a tense and fast-paced auction. Strategy built on…
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Thought Leaders Podcast
Norman So: From Mortgage Broker to Belle Property’s #1 Auction Agent
TL;DR: Norman So’s transformation from a Westpac mortgage broker to Belle Property’s #1 auction agent offers a masterclass in market specialisation and innovative marketing. With more than 200 annual auctions and a record-breaking $16.6 million sale that reset Strathfield’s market ceiling, Norman demonstrates how combining deep local knowledge, strategic team structures, and cutting-edge marketing approaches creates extraordinary results in competitive…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Peter Camphin to lead fresh chapter for REIQ as new Chair
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has entered a new era with a significant leadership change as long-serving Chair Peter Brewer concludes his decade of service on the board.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
FOUNDIT welcomes Melanie Bosward As Partner, Buyers Agent, strengthening its expert network across NSW
Fast-growing property platform FOUNDIT has appointed Melanie Bosward as its newest Founding Partner, Buyers Agent – expanding the company’s network of Market Experts and building on strong momentum across New South Wales.
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Elite Agent
How to coach agents to nail every listing presentation
Too many agents treat listing presentations like an audition by memorising scripts, chasing the close, and slipping into “sales mode.” But, Michael Nitschke says performance doesn’t win trust, and trust is what wins listings. If your team’s struggling to convert, it’s not about more polish; it’s about more presence. By coaching your agents to connect, listen, and solve instead of…
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Movers and Shakers
Jenny Co joins Savills as Associate Director
Savills Australia and New Zealand has strengthened its Office Leasing team with the appointment of Jenny Co as Associate Director in New South Wales.
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Movers and Shakers
Stockdale & Leggo’s unveils new brand reflecting people, not just property
Stockdale & Leggo has unveiled its new brand identity, signalling a new era of real estate and property management for the 89-year-old company.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Steven Barkho joins The Rubinstein Group
The Rubinstein Group continues to attract some of Sydney’s most dynamic real estate professionals, welcoming Steven Barkho to the team.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Ailo launches The PM Puzzle: a simple game with a serious message
A five-minute daily game giving Australian property managers a chance to win MECCA vouchers while sparking a larger conversation about burnout and outdated systems in the industry. "You don't have to settle for the old way," says former property manager Catherine Wells.
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Celebrity Homes
Diane Keaton’s former Beverly Hills estate hits the market for $25 million
A Beverly Hills mansion once owned by the late Diane Keaton has been listed for $25 million (AUD$37.5 million).
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Local family business joins Ray White after 20 years
After two decades of independent operation in Barham, New South Wales real estate gun Lauren Polkinghorne has joined the Ray White network.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rising land prices challenge our 1.2 million homes goal
Australia’s ambition to deliver 1.2 million new homes over the next five years faces growing pressure from rising land costs, according to new data from the HIA-Cotality Residential Land Report. While demand for housing is strengthening amid lower borrowing costs, the report warns that escalating land prices and limited supply of shovel-ready sites could slow construction and undermine housing affordability.
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