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Industry News

Property manager vacancies hit 5,300 as six-figure salaries fail to stem exodus

New data reveals the scale of the workforce crisis, with Victoria's 1,100 vacant roles reflecting the toll of…

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Franchise News

Anna Younan: Building success through transparency and trust in Camden

Anna Younan didn't dream of becoming a real estate agent as a child – but nineteen years later,…

International

New York proposes tax on luxury second homes over US$5 million

The proposed pied-à-terre tax would hit vacant multimillion-dollar apartments in New York City, aiming to raise $500 million…

Celebrity Homes

Lizzo sells her Beverly Hills home at a loss after price cuts

The Grammy-winning artist listed the property for nearly $16 million but accepted an offer closer to $12.5 million…

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Features

The Christchurch real estate agent who spent seven weeks in a nun’s habit – and has Miriam Margolyes’ best lines to prove it

A chance Facebook tag led Ray White salesperson Eneka Burroughs from real estate to seven weeks on a…

Katie Williams secures competitive sale after late-night inspection tips dual-buyer negotiation
Agent Stories

Katie Williams secures competitive sale after late-night inspection tips dual-buyer negotiation

Katie Williams turned strong early interest into real competition, using timing, communication and an auction deadline to push…

AREC 2026
Real Estate Agent Events

AREC26 reveals top industry speaker line-up as it draws insights from the best in Australian real estate

From Vivien Yap to Alex Jordan, the nation’s leading agents and next-gen talent take the stage to reveal…

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Franchise News

Ray White taps Thomas McGlynn for new national leadership role

The REINSW president will focus on lifting leadership capability across the network's Australia and New Zealand operations.

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Franchise News

Domi Antalfy: putting buyers first in Sydney

Domi Antalfy has built her buyer's agency business on a simple principle — genuine care for her clients,…

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Supplier News

Domain rolls out 3D property tours nationwide as CEO flags major shift in listings experience

Domain launches nationwide 3D home tour rollout with in-house drone team, aiming to turn static listings into immersive,…

Property Management

National vacancy hits 1% as rental market tightens further – what it means for PMs

National vacancy tightens further to 1.0% as supply shortages persist, pushing rents up 5.9% annually and keeping pressure…

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Celebrity Homes

David Elfick puts Palm Beach’s iconic Palladium dance hall residence on the market

1930s Art Deco former dance hall turned coastal residence and creative retreat, owned by film producer David Elfick…

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Back to Basics

What is an investment yield?

Why yield matters more than price in commercial real estate

Features

Agents think they have a sales problem. They actually have a ‘relevance problem’

Andy Reid says real estate agents are misreading the modern market, as shrinking information gaps and process-driven selling…

Harcourts Victoria has opened a new office in Box Hill, led by Michael Wu and Janssen Xiang. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

Harcourts expands into Box Hill with veteran-led office

Two experienced agents with combined 35 years in the industry launch new eastern suburbs operation focused on multicultural…

Newcastle unit sells in six days as motivated buyer beats competition
Agent Stories

Newcastle unit sells in six days as motivated buyer beats competition

Greg Oddy navigated a shifting Newcastle market and competitive offers to deliver a life-changing result for a young…

North Queensland lifestyle property sells in 11 days as first-home couple secures Cranbrook home
Agent Stories

North Queensland lifestyle property sells in 11 days as first-home couple secures Cranbrook home

A strategic offers-over campaign and comprehensive pre-listing preparation saw a Cranbrook property sell in just 11 days on…

Local buyer secures Cessnock brick home after competitive four-offer campaign
Agent Stories

Local buyer secures Cessnock brick home after competitive four-offer campaign

Bryce Gibson's strategic timing and targeted marketing approach delivered four competitive offers in just over two weeks for…

Final Clearview home attracts 12 buyer groups with livability-first campaign
Agent Stories

Final Clearview home attracts 12 buyer groups with livability-first campaign

The final release in a boutique Clearview development sold prior to auction in 14 days after a campaign…

Celebrity Homes

Billionaire Chris Ellison’s $57.5m Perth mansion hits market after 16 years

The MinRes founder's riverfront estate in Mosman Park is expected to reset Western Australia's house price record, with…

Elite Agent TV

The AI Edit Ep. 8: You don’t need the biggest crowd you need the right one

Samantha McLean explains why AI-generated buyer personas are becoming the new competitive edge at vendor appraisals - and…

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Franchise News

Barry Plant launches dedicated projects division under Jarrod Farey

The Melbourne network adds off-the-plan and development sales capability as it eyes growth in outer-metro and regional markets.

Industry News

Brisbane and Perth booms to come to an end in 2027

New analysis shows Australia's property market splitting in two, with rate hikes failing to cool the hottest capital…

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Features

Why the best agents haven’t changed, even as everything else has

Technology has transformed how agents market, search, and operate, but according to Explore Property founder Andrew Acton, the…

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Franchise News

FOUNDIT welcomes Simone Howell to strengthen Bayside and Stonnington presence

FOUNDIT has announced the appointment of highly accomplished property professional Simone Howell, further bolstering its capability across Melbourne’s…

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Franchise News

Top Melbourne agent Mike Beardsley opens Ray White Hawthorn

The inner-east market leader is betting Ray White's luxury network and interstate buyer data will give Hawthorn vendors…

Rockdale apartment sets building record as database strategy delivers $851,000 result
Agent Stories

Rockdale apartment sets building record as database strategy delivers $851,000 result

A strategic database play and persistent negotiation delivered a building record for a Rockdale apartment, proving that quality…

Point Cook house sells sight unseen to interstate buyer after strategic renovation lifts value by $80,000
Agent Stories

Point Cook house sells sight unseen to interstate buyer after strategic renovation lifts value by $80,000

Jazz Singh turned a $650k-$680k unrenovated house into a $762,000 sale in under three weeks through strategic pre-sale…

Architectural Lake Cathie home draws four buyers after strategy pivot
Agent Stories

Architectural Lake Cathie home draws four buyers after strategy pivot

A strategic shift from expressions of interest to a firm price guide helped Ally Downing of Stone Real…

Buyers return after contract collapse to secure elevated Currumbin Waters home for $2.225 million
Agent Stories

Buyers return after contract collapse to secure elevated Currumbin Waters home for $2.225 million

Amanda Cepero's patience and strategic market positioning delivered a $2.225 million result after the original buyers returned following…

Franchise News

Lachlan McCarthy joins Pulse Property Agents

Pulse Property Agents is excited to announce the appointment of Lachlan McCarthy, a highly experienced real estate professional,…

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Franchise News

Two Cairns agencies merge to form REMAX Powerhouse

Boutique firm Powerhouse Property joins forces with REMAX Real Estate Services, combining local experience with global network reach.

Construction has lagged other industries in productivity for decades, but AI is starting to change that. Image: Getty
AI

Can AI solve the construction industry’s productivity problem?

AI is helping close construction’s long-standing productivity gap by improving coordination, reducing errors and enabling smarter project delivery.

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Supplier News

From guidance to practice: What Tranche 2 means for Australian real estate

Many real estate agencies have started getting across what Tranche 2 means for them.

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Celebrity Homes

Pete Davidson lists New York retreat for US$2.27m after three years

The comedian says the 1930s cottage was "literally like living in paradise" but needs to be closer to…