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Retail asset transactions gain best market share in 20 years

For the first time in nearly 20 years, retail assets have made up the largest portion of commercial…

News

New Zealand homeowners struggle to pay mortgage

New Zealanders are struggling afford a home, with higher interest rates and elevated property prices squeezing borrowers.

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Forget about making zillions, Zillow posted a net loss for 2023

A fourth quarter surge in revenue hasn’t stopped US listings platform Zillow from posting a calendar year loss…

News

New listings surge in Sydney and Melbourne

A surge of sellers have listed their homes, with Sydney and Melbourne reporting the biggest jump in new…

People Moves

Belle Property expands with a new office in Bridgeman Downs

Ben Ball will lead the office, which is one of three to open for Belle Property in the…

Leadership

Katrina Tarrant: Leadership lessons from Married at First Sight

It's hard to step into an office without catching a snippet of conversation about soaring living costs, the…

People Moves

Turner Real Estate launches new tree planting initiative

Turner Real Estate will partner with Trees For Life as it aims to do more to help the…

News

Jason Crerar joins The Agency in Tasmania

The Agency has appointed former realestate.com.au executive Jason Crerar as state manager in Tasmania, as the brand looks…

Leadership

How to vanquish Zombie Leadership in your office

In the shadow of the modern workplace, Zombie Leadership haunts Australian organisations, gnawing at the roots of what…

News

Busselton leads the way for regional price growth in WA

The coastal community of Busselton in Western Australia’s South West was the top-performing regional centre for the December…

Celebrity Homes

Laurel Canyon celebrity retreat hits market for $1.98 million

In the heart of Los Angeles's Laurel Canyon, a unique treetop retreat with a rich history of hosting…

News

Real estate trio join Richardson & Wrench at new Bribie Island office

Leading real estate franchise group Richardson & Wrench has snapped up some of Bongaree’s biggest hitters as it…

Opinion

Andy Reid: why you need to become a farmer, not a hunter

Whether you are cold calling, door knocking, using AI or the latest algorithm-busting social media ads to generate…

News

Hotel room rates surge as Taylor Swift fever takes hold

Tourism assets are seeing a resurgence with a string of big-name artists including Taylor Swift and high-profile sporting…

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Ray White agents focus on process in 2024

The opportunity to have your best year ever will be dictated by your process was the message coming…

News

Market turnaround leads to profit for Domain

Domain has witnessed a “pleasing turnaround” in the property market and its financial performance, with profits rising 48.7…

News

NSW vacancy rates ease as the rental crisis continues

In a small win for New South Wales renters, residential vacancy rates have eased in some areas, however,…

News

Regional areas emerge as sanctuaries from the rental crisis

The rental crisis continues to put renters under extreme pressure, however, new research has found a number of…

Celebrity Homes

Live like a lord next to Lorde in New York

An apartment on the same floor as New Zealand-born singer/songwriter Lorde's home in New York City's West Village…

Opinion

Darren Krakowiak: Are you providing excellent customer service or becoming a doormat?

Striking the right balance between exceptional customer service and preserving self-respect is essential in our industry.

Industry News

Consumer confidence boosts property market auction success

Consumer confidence is returning to the property market, resulting in higher than normal auction clearance rates.

News

Rent freeze would spell disaster for Canberra

The Greens latest proposal to freeze rents in the ACT would be a “catastrophe” for Canberran renters and…

People Moves

Buxton Real Estate Group brings in technology expert Jessica Oakley

Jessica Oakley has joined Buxton Real Estate Group as Business Technology Manager and is set to streamline the…

People Moves

Heston Marino to lead new McGrath Toowoomba office

Heston Marino will lead McGrath’s new Toowoomba office, with the team aiming to capitalise on the rapidly growing…

People Moves

LAWD appoints Henry Sayers to spearhead its industrial expansion

Specialist valuation and transaction firm, LAWD has appointed property specialist Henry Sayers to expand their industrial offering.

News

REIA warns against over-favouring corporates in BTR investments

The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has cautioned the Federal government, not to prioritise foreign investment into…

Celebrity Homes

Oscar-winner Cate Blanchett lists her Melbourne home

Oscar-winning actor Cate Blanchett and her husband, playwright and director Andrew Upton, are selling their Melbourne home, with…

Opinion

Bianca Denham: Don’t skip past laying the foundations for success

There’s an interesting, and somewhat surprising statistic about the career trajectory of a real estate agent - most will…

News

REACH Australia and New Zealand unveils the class of 2024

A tech-driven, custom-tailored menswear brand, a resident experience company meeting the demands of modern living and a group…

Opinion

Simple Feng Shui interior design tips to enhance your love life

When it comes to creating some sizzle at home with your partner, the role of Feng Shui, colours…

News

Home sweet heart: buyers find love after moving

More than 40 per cent of recent home buyers haven’t just purchased bricks and mortar, but found love…

News

Homely partners with HouGarden to promote listings to a wider Asian audience

Australian real estate portal Homely.com.au has joined forces with HouGarden, a platform for Chinese buyers based in New…

Sales & Marketing

10 property listing cliches and why you need to avoid them

My best friend is selling her property and, needless to say, it’s a bit of a stressful process. 

Opinion

Sue Ostler: What to do when your buyer is ruled by love, not logic

I have a client whose preferences are based on her emotions.

News

Tribunal denies BTR landlord a rent increase of $85 per week

A Canberra landlord who wanted to hike their tenant's rent by 20 per cent has had the move…