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RBA appoints a new chief economist and assistant governor

Sarah Hunter has been appointed chief economist and assistant governor (Economic) at the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). 

Leadership

The psychological exodus: losing momentum before the Christmas break

As the holiday season approaches and the prospect of the Christmas break looms, it is not uncommon for…

News

Property prices could rise 4 per cent next year

The rebound in the property market is expected to continue in 2024, with values to rise by up…

australian savings new low
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Aussies are stashing cash in their offset accounts

Borrowers are stashing spare cash in their offset accounts in a bid to help fend off higher interest…

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The Block serial buyer Danny Wallis to offload his 11 Victorian properties

One of the biggest buyers on The Block, Danny Wallis, is set to sell all of Victorian investment…

Opinion

Nerida Conisbee: Canberra tops the country for economic growth

It was a great year for mining, we were all travelling again and population growth surged.

Celebrity Homes

Fredrick Eklund lists Beverly Hills ‘forever home’ for $11 million

Fredrick Eklund, renowned for his role in the popular TV series Million Dollar Listing, has listed his Beverly…

Industry News

Buxton Hampton East celebrates 25 years of excellence in real estate

The Buxton Hampton East office is proud to announce the celebration of its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century…

Opinion

2023 Real estate review: market shifts and insurance impacts

As the end of the year fast approaches, EBM RentCover Managing Director Sharon Fox-Slater looks back on the…

Industry News

Leanne Pilkington named president of REIA

A powerhouse trio of female real estate experts will lead the Real Estate Institute of Australia into 2024,…

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Darwin property market poised for major growth

Double digit property price growth is tipped for Darwin in 2024, with one expert forecasting a return to…

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Confidence returns as auction volumes hit a 19-month high

Vendors have been busy trying to sell their properties before the Christmas break, with capital city auction volumes…

Commercial

Survive to ‘25: Predictions for the commercial property market

After a challenging 2023 that saw interest rate increases hampering investment activity and affecting values, the outlook for…

Celebrity Homes

West Ham United chairman lists historic London mansion

In a major move in the UK property market, David Sullivan, chairman of West Ham United Football Club…

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Australians under extreme financial stress compared to 2020

Despite the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) keeping rates on hold, Australians are still facing mounting financial stress…

Industry News

Aussie mortgage holders spared a Christmas interest rate rise

The Reserve Bank of Australia has provided mortgage holders a Christmas time reprieve, electing to keep interest rates…

Leadership

Bianca Denham: The challenge of leadership 

The concept of leadership can seem abstract, hard to define and a topic that challenges many.

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Renters facing a tight changeover period as vacancy rates remain low

The traditional summer changeover period is shaping up as an incredibly challenging period for renters with the latest…

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The $1.5 million house covered in doodles

Most parents tell their kids not to draw on the walls but for artist Sam Cox, he’s been…

News

Leading Cairns agencies join Ray White

Top Cairns agents Ray, David and Sharyon Murphy are rebranding their market-leading agencies, to become Ray White Cairns…

Celebrity Homes

Step by Step actor Patrick Duffy to auction his ranch

In the realm of real estate, an intriguing story unfolded as Patrick Duffy, widely recognised for his roles…

Opinion

Caroline Bolderston: Use hindsight for a head start 

You know the feeling towards the end of the year when you are tired, depleted and ‘over it’?

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QLD unit prices ‘awaken from their slumber’

QLD home buyers are starting to chase affordability with new data showing that unit price increases are starting…

Industry News

Real estate networks champion charitable causes

Real estate agents are a philanthropic bunch and with Christmas just around the corner, three networks have given…

Celebrity Homes

Formula 1 driver Jenson Button puts Barbie-inspired villa on the market in Palm Sprin

In Palm Springs, California, a unique 1930s Spanish-style villa has entered the market with an asking price of…

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See inside the tiny apartment worth $500,000

A minuscule apartment in Bondi Beach has been snapped up at auction for a staggering $511,000, surpassing its…

Industry News

Australia’s most viewed properties in 2023

A chapel with a graveyard, a fixer-upper with 19 bedrooms, a house from The Block, an abode with…

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Borrowers to be spared a Christmas interest rate hike

This week’s lower-than-expected inflation number is shaping up as an early Christmas present for borrowers, with the Reserve…

Opinion

Imogen Callister: New year, new you…. new listings? 

Through my work as mentor, I have discovered the formula and the key ingredients for success that are…

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‘Beds and sheds’ to see strong demand in 2024

Property assets in “beds and sheds” sectors which include tourism, boarding houses, blocks of units and industrial assets…

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New Zealand property prices continue to recover

Property prices in New Zealand ticked higher last month adding to the recent string of increases suggesting the…

From receptionist to real estate trailblazer: Nicole Katsivelas on leadership essentials, mastering company culture and overcoming self-limitations

Imagine transforming from a front desk receptionist to a high-flying partner and head of department at leading Victorian…

Celebrity Homes

LeBron James’ former Miami mansion sells for $18.5 million

A luxurious Miami mansion, previously owned by basketball icon LeBron James, has been purchased for US$18.5 million.

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What buyers want – granny flats, sheds, new homes and a study

Sydney buyers want granny flats, Melbournites are looking for new builds, while over in the west, the humble…

Industry News

Property prices hit record high despite growth slowing

Australian property prices have hit a new record high, climbing 0.22 per cent in November, according to PropTrack.