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Creating change: why success in real estate needs to be about thriving, not just surviving.

For as long as I can remember, and even way before that, success in real estate has revolved…

News

The big four banks pass on the latest rate hike

There’s no relief in sight for borrowers, with all big four banks announcing they will pass on the…

News

First-home buyers lead the way as new loan commitments rise

New loan commitments for housing have risen for the first time since early 2022, climbing 4.9 per cent…

Features

Fortune favours the brave: Louise and Chris Carrigg’s unconventional approach to success

Louise Carrigg is a big believer in the saying, “Fortune favours the brave”.

News

Developing a team of auctioneers with the skill to handle anything

A focus on mentoring and working as a team has been credited with helping AuctionWORKS' auctioneers develop the…

Industry News

Remote investing soars, but it could trouble tight rental markets

Remote investing has accelerated for the third year running, despite the easing of Covid restrictions, and it could…

News

Own a piece of Provence: historic castle for sale

The largest castle in Provence, known as Chateau De La Verdière, has just been put on the market…

Celebrity Homes

Take a peek inside the Brooklyn apartment Ed Sheeran rented during his copying court case

A New York jury has taken just three hours to decide Grammy Award-winning pop singer Ed Sheeran did…

News

Simon Cohen launches seller’s advocacy agency

Could seller’s advocates be the next big thing in real estate?

News

The force is strong in this Star Wars-themed property

Star Wars fans could be the talk of the Galactic Empire with this one-of-a-kind, block of land that…

Partner Content

How real estate businesses can protect themselves from financial losses and cyber threats

Real estate and property businesses require protection from a range of risks including potential losses arising from giving…

Celebrity Homes

Fit for royalty: King Charles III’s property portfolio

King Charles III, who recently ascended to the throne following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, has taken…

News

Why real estate agents can’t “bury their head in the sand” with AI

In less than six months, Chat GPT has exploded onto the scene and has changed the way businesses…

auction volume
Industry News

Some capital city vacancy rates starting to ease

The nation’s vacancy rate remained at its lowest point on record in April at 0.8 per cent, despite…

Making inspections better than routine
Opinion

Making inspections better than routine

You probably have a great inspection program, but the big question is whether you're using yours with a…

News

Perth house prices continue to rise, units stable

Perth’s house market is on the rise, while the city’s unit market has remained stable, according to the…

News

Devine Real Estate joins The Agency

The largest acquisition in The Agency’s history has come to fruition, with Devine Real Estate joining the national…

News

Zillow launches ChatGPT plugin for seamless house hunting.

Buyers will no longer have to fall down the endless scroll hole when searching for a property in…

News

Technology and digitisation to disrupt 23 per cent of jobs

Almost one-quarter of jobs will be disrupted in the next five years, with technology and digitisation fuelling the…

Strategy & Best Practice

May the 4th be with you: What real estate agents can learn from Star Wars

People the world over celebrate Star Wars Day every May 4, with the phrase “May the 4th be…

Opinion

Dan Argent: Want to increase your volume? Here are three things you need to focus on

This article will give you tips on prospecting, digital tactics and using print to make sure people don’t…

The sensitive salesperson
Opinion

Selling Smarter: Why Personality Matters in Real Estate Sales

How can you identify if a team member is best suited to networking, cold calling, presenting, objection handling…

News

We need a ‘lemon law’ to make all the homes we buy and rent more energy-efficient

A long-awaited increase in energy-efficiency requirements for new homes is part of revised Australian construction standards that have…

Celebrity Homes

Cody Ko buys Reese Witherspoon’s Malibu holiday house

YouTube sensation Cody Ko and his wife Kelsey Kreppel have purchased Reese Witherspoon’s former vacation home in Malibu…

Industry News

Interest rates rise for the 11th time in this cycle

The Reserve Bank of Australia has increased interest rates for the 11th time in 12 months, lifting the…

News

Zillow CEO to be questioned in rival’s antitrust lawsuit

Seattle-based real estate platform, REX - Real Estate Exchange, has been granted permission to question Zillow Group Chief…

Opinion

Small space, big style: Justine Wilson’s Top 5 tricks for making any home feel bigger

Forget expensive extensions and knocking down walls, adding a sense of space to a property that's about to…

News

Personal ambition and work-life balance: David Samarges first 100 days with Agents’Agency

As a highly-driven sales agent, David Samarges has carved a reputation among Victoria’s elite.

Opinion

Privacy Awareness Week: why your clients’ privacy matters to them – and you

Let’s face it, when it comes to trust, the real estate industry isn’t always viewed very highly, especially…

Celebrity Homes

Hello Again: Neil Diamond’s former Upper East Side neighbours offer a sweet real estate deal

Two apartments in the H. Bramhall Gilbert mansion, below Neil Diamond's penthouse, have been listed for sale.

News

Well-known media identity joins The Agency

Tim Gossage can’t wait to do his first open home.

Industry News

McGrath targets Brisbane for growth with a focus on attracting new real estate talent

McGrath Estate Agents continues to add to its sales teams across its company owned Brisbane operations (Paddington, New…

Opinion

What you need to know about NZ’s debt-to-income ratios

During a recent presentation to a group of property investors, the topic of interest that sparked the most…

Celebrity Homes

Princess Margaret’s French Riviera estate up for auction

A majestic French Riviera estate once owned by Princess Margaret of Denmark has been listed for sale at…