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OPINION
RBA’s risky gamble: interest rate hikes aimed at damaging the economy
Reserve Bank Governor Philip Lowe and his board have pushed up interest rates yet again – for the twelfth time in 14 months – because they want to damage the economy further.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Property prices could make new highs in 2024
If the current rebound in property values can continue, prices will make fresh highs in January 2024 according to a new report.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Luxurious Perth French chateau-style home labelled the ‘finest in the country’, hits the market
A custom-designed Perth home, with a French-inspired feel, has just been listed for sale with price hopes of more than $14 million.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
One in four properties purchased without a mortgage
Cash buyers have been active on the East Coast, with a new report showing that 25 per cent of all property purchases in 2022 were made without a mortgage.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Build-to-rent case study: the Smith Collective’s lasting legacy
The head of Australia’s first build-to-rent community, the Smith Collective, has called on the Queensland Government to include the housing model as part of the Brisbane Olympic’s legacy.
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EPM: Industry News
RBA doubles down on interest rates as REIA says housing affordability at its worst this century
The Reserve Bank boss has doubled down on the need for this week’s interest rate hike, despite admitting some households are feeling the pinch and mortgage arrears have increased.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Perth homes snapped up with listings at 13-year low
Perth listing levels have fallen to their lowest point in 13 years, with homes selling at their fastest rate on record.
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Celebrity Homes
Alan Joyce takes off from Mosman mansion
Outgoing Qantas CEO Alan Joyce is preparing to sell his extravagant harbourside mansion, as he looks to move into a penthouse in The Rocks, Sydney.
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Elite Agent
From cold to sold: master the art of winter home styling for a hot sale
Selling a home during the winter season may seem challenging, but with the right preparation, you can showcase any property's unique charm and make it stand out in the market.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Interest rates rise to highest level since April 2012
The Reserve Bank of Australia has lifted interest rates a further 25 basis points to take the cash rate to 4.1 per cent.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Office market underperforms compared to industrial and retail
Demand continues to wane for office assets as ongoing low occupancy rates and the changing nature of the workplace are leading investors to focus on other asset classes according to an expert.
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Elite Agent
Ryan Serhant’s five ‘big money’ real estate tips
He's the biggest real estate agent on the planet and Ryan Serhant didn't disappoint when he joined 4000 Australian real estate professionals at AREC 2023.
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CONTRIBUTORS
How to save and grow your rent roll when your landlords are selling
The real estate market is changing so much right now. Between interest rate rises, cost of living, and the massive changes happening in renting laws across the states, you might have noticed that more of your landlords are considering selling their investment properties.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Real estate institute urges Coalition to protect renters from Greens rent freeze
The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has called on Peter Dutton’s Coalition to support the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) after the Greens laid down an ultimatum to the Government in exchange for its support on the housing bill.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
House and unit rents finally fall in some cities, while room rents surge
Pressure might be starting to ease in some of the country's most tightly held rental markets with new data showing that asking rents fell in a number of capital cities last month.
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Celebrity Homes
Mariah Carey sells mansion for a loss
Mariah Carey's expansive 1167sq m neo-colonial mansion has been sold, with the buyer acquiring the property at a lower price than what the pop star paid.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Apple unveils groundbreaking spacial computer called Apple Vision Pro
Apple has introduced Apple Vision Pro, a groundbreaking device that seamlessly integrates digital content with the physical world, while keeping users connected and present.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Our top picks from the AREC 2023 Expo Hall
The Expo Hall at AREC is always a favourite with principals, agents and property managers alike, this year was no exception. Whether you were looking for innovative solutions to streamline your property management processes, or new ways to generate sales leads and listings, there was something to suit every need among this year’s exhibitors. There was plenty of innovation on…
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BEST PRACTICE
Reclaiming lost productivity in a real estate office
Too much to do and too little time.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Number of borrowers struggling to pay their home loan has surged
The record increase in interest rates is starting to weigh on borrowers with new research finding 40 per cent of mortgage holders struggled to pay their home loan in May.
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Celebrity Homes
Love may not cost a thing but Bennifer’s new mansion sure did
Recently reunited couple Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, have finally found their dream mansion after a long and arduous search. According to Dirt.com, the celebrity duo recently purchased a stunning property in the mountains above Beverly Hills for a whopping US$61 million in an all-cash deal. The magnificent compound, nestled in the prestigious Benedict Canyon neighbourhood, had been on and…
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Drive, dedication and data: how David Eastway built his real estate career
When most people job hunt they turn to employment portals, job agencies or recruiters, but not David Eastway.
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Elite Agent
Balancing AI and Humanity in real estate: The PAIRS Pathway to Success
The 30th of November last year heralded the beginning of a new industrial revolution - the age of AI.
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Elite Agent
Deepak Chopra: the secret to happiness
Whether it's selling 300 properties, writing a certain figure in GCI, spending more time with family or building up your fitness, author and alternative medicine pioneer Deepak Chopra asserts the pursuit of happiness is behind all that we do.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Do low listings beget low listings?
Australia’s low levels of property listings could be creating a self perpetuating cycle and influencing would-be vendors to sit on their property, according to a property market expert.
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OPINION
The real estate success secret that no-one wants to hear
I’m often asked ‘what’s the secret to real estate success?’. After all, surely there’s a magic bullet that guarantees a great career.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Affordable capital cities the best option for buyers
The cheaper capital cities of Adelaide and Perth continue to attract buyers and have the potential for more capital growth according to an expert.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Taxing vacant homes and holiday rentals could help ease the housing crisis
Incentivising investors, taxing vacant homes and holiday rentals and releasing more land are all measures being considered to address the current housing crisis according to the industry.
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Celebrity Homes
Exclusive penthouse featured on Succession hits the market
A luxurious penthouse featured prominently in the award-winning series Succession is now up for sale, giving fans of the show a chance to own a piece of television history.
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LEADERSHIP
What you need to know about Simon Sinek’s book Start with Why
In real estate you often hear coaches tout, "Understand 'why'" or "Find your 'why'," but what does that mean?
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Elite Agent
Matt Lahood: Why I love Stephen Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Stephen Covey's book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People is one of my all-time favourites because it relates so well to what real estate agents do, or should be doing.
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APPOINTMENTS
Elders Real Estate corporate team in growth mode
Following a record-breaking year, the Elders Real Estate residential corporate team has announced a slew of new roles in the business to support the trajectory of growth over the next three years.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rate Hike? Aussie property market says ‘No problem’ as price rebound continues
The Reserve Bank’s decision to lift the cash rate in May has not dampened the nation’s house price rebound with both PropTrack and CoreLogic reporting strong growth for the past three months.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Sydney’s Macarthur area to gain a new agency with Richardson & Wrench Campbelltown
Leading real estate group Richardson & Wrench is welcoming a new member to its growing family of agencies in Sydney’s South West, with the launch of its Campbelltown office.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Inflation rises as RBA boss suggests sad solution to rental crisis
In a shock few experts saw coming, inflation has risen to almost 7 per cent in April, with higher petrol prices fuelling the increase.
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