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BEST PRACTICE
The Property Management talent crisis: we’re looking at the wrong problem
One in five real estate agencies today can't fill their property management positions. That's not a recruitment problem – it's a warning sign that our industry needs to fundamentally rethink how we support and value our people.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Nine in talks to sell Domain stake to US real estate giant
Media reports have suggested Nine Entertainment has entered negotiations to sell its controlling stake in Domain to US real estate conglomerate CoStar, with a potential price tag significantly higher than CoStar's initial offer.
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Celebrity Homes
Iconic Neighbours filming location hits the market
A stunning Sassafras property that has served as a filming location for the popular TV show Neighbours and various movies has been listed for sale, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of Australian television history.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Victoria leads Australia’s population growth as housing shortfall looms
New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows Australia’s population grew by 484,000 people (1.8%) in the year to September 2024, with Victoria leading the way, adding 147,000 new residents. Oliver Hume Chief Economist Matt Bell warns a housing shortfall will be a “tragedy” for low and middle-income households already struggling with affordability.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Lagging construction might mean rent will rise in the US
Declining multifamily construction permits could lead to higher rent prices in major metros despite recent rent decreases.
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BEST PRACTICE
Thriving in a changing market – how to adapt and succeed
The real estate industry is tougher than ever. Tightening markets, demanding clients, and rising competition have many agents questioning if they can keep up. But as entrepreneur and author Jim Rohn once said, “Don’t wish it were easier – wish you were better.”
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Celebrity Homes
Sonia Kruger sells Mosman mansion for nearly $20 Million
Gold Logie-winning TV presenter Sonia Kruger and her partner Craig McPherson have sold their stunning Mosman home for just under $20 million.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rate wars could see borrowers opt for longer fixed terms
New Zealand borrowers may soon shift away from short-term fixed mortgages as banks engage in "rate wars" offering lower 2-3 year fixed rates.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
REIV calls for tax reform to boost Victoria’s housing supply
The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) is urging the Victorian Government to implement property tax reforms to address the state's housing crisis ahead of the 2025-26 State Budget.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Elections don’t actually impact the property market
Contrary to popular belief, Federal elections have little effect on Australia's property market, according to new research.
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BEST PRACTICE
Selling your rent roll? How to maximise your outcome
Selling a rent roll is one of the most significant financial decisions a real estate business owner will make. Whether you’re planning an exit, seeking growth opportunities, or feeling burnt out, being sale-ready ensures you achieve the highest possible outcome.
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Celebrity Homes
Rock icons and fine wine: Tallagandra Hill hits the market
A celebrity-favourite winery and events venue, which has hosted some of Australia’s biggest music legends, is now on the market.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Big wins for home sellers, but unit owners feel the pinch
Australian home sellers achieved record-breaking profits in the December 2024 quarter, with a median nominal gain of $306,000, according to CoreLogic's latest Pain & Gain report.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
View Media Group’s view.resi solution delivered a 27% increase in Open For Inspection attendees
Following the launch of View Media Group’s view.resi solution in late 2024, VMG has released the results from its partnership with Place Estate Agents.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Are you winning your week?
The great Al Pacino once said in that fabulous movie ‘Any Given Sunday’, that the inches are everywhere. Just like real estate, the inches and the marginal gains are everywhere to be had.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
David Coombes opens third office in Boorowa
The market-leading team at Ray White Young and Ray White Harden in the South West Slopes region of New South Wales have officially opened the doors to the third office, Ray White Rural Boorowa.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Next step in business leads to alignment with RE/MAX
RE/MAX Australia has welcomed prominent business operators and community identities Jitendra and Sandy Deo to the network, as they rebrand their successful real estate business, DEO Realty, to RE/MAX Landmark.
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Celebrity Homes
New York’s Woolworth mansion drops price to just under US$50 Million
A landmark Upper East Side townhouse, known as the Woolworth Mansion, has seen its asking price slashed by nearly $10 million, now listed for just under $50 million (AUD $76 million).
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Trump’s tariffs push up construction costs for US developers
Real estate developers across the US are facing rising costs as President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs increase prices on key building materials, including steel, aluminum, copper, and tiling.
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Celebrity Homes
Ellen DeGeneres lists one of her last US homes following UK move
Ellen DeGeneres is continuing to shed her US real estate portfolio, putting one of her last remaining Californian properties on the market for $5 million (approx. $7.6 million AUD).
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Trillions in real estate at risk from natural disasters
Natural disasters are threatening trillions of dollars worth of residential real estate across the United States, with extreme wind, fire and flooding posing significant dangers to property values.
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Real Estate News
LJ Hooker Partners with Ailo to Boost Property Management Efficiency
Property managers at high profile LJ Hooker offices are reporting dramatically reduced administrative workloads, sub-1 per cent arrears rates, and happier clients after the real estate group’s new partnership with property management platform Ailo. The partnership, announced today, aims to help LJ Hooker’s franchise network enhance customer service while creating new business opportunities through the all-in-one platform that manages payments,…
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Thought Leaders Podcast
Lauren Robinson: building a property management business with purpose
Lauren Robinson built a high-performing property management business at 29, and now she’s sharing why she wishes she had done it even sooner.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Natalie Snooks: A family legacy in City Beach
For Natalie Snooks, real estate isn't just a career – it's a family tradition that spans multiple generations in Perth's prestigious City Beach area.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Five years on: COVID-19’s lasting impact on Australia’s housing market
Five years after COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, its influence on Australia’s housing market remains strong, with national home values rising 38.4% since March 2020.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Direct Connect adds novated leases to service list in exciting partnership with Oly
Direct Connect prides itself on the quality of our connections. Our service partners are highly regarded in their respective industries, including energy, removals, cleaning, broadband and telecommunications - and now, novated leases!
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Movers and Shakers
Barry Plant’s International Women’s Day Lunch Spotlights Important Conversations
International Women’s Day is a time to listen to, learn from, and celebrate women.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
High-performing local agent to open Ray White Pyes Pa
Ray White real estate expert Kale Kirk has made a significant mark on the industry after starting his career in 2019.
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Celebrity Homes
Priyanka Chopra Jonas sells Mumbai apartments for Rs 16.17 crore ($2.9 million)
Hollywood star Priyanka Chopra Jonas has sold four residential apartments in Mumbai's Andheri suburb for a total of Rs 16.17 crore ($2.9M), continuing her pattern of divesting Indian real estate holdings.
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Movers and Shakers
Harri Williams-Jones joins JLL’s Residential Project Sales team
JLL has appointed Harri Williams-Jones as Senior Director in its newly established Residential Project Sales and Marketing team in Australia.
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INTERNATIONAL
Rental prices drop in Auckland and Wellington, offering relief for renters
New data from realestate.co.nz shows that rental prices have dropped in two of New Zealand’s largest cities, with Wellington seeing the biggest decline.
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Movers and Shakers
Harcourts dominates at LVD Auctioneering World Championships
Mark McGoldrick from Harcourts Monarch Real Estate has claimed the Premier Division title at the prestigious LVD Auctioneering Championships, leading a strong showing for the Harcourts team.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Housing taxes now account for half the cost of a new home
Government taxes and charges on new housing have doubled in some Australian cities over the past five years, with new homebuyers now spending up to 15 years of their mortgage just paying off these costs.
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Movers and Shakers
Casey Woods joins Pezet Matheson as Head of Marketing & Operations
Casey Woods brings over 12 years of industry experience to one of the Gold Coast's leading project marketing agencies.
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Ray White
Ray White Queensland teams up with Netball Queensland / Queensland Firebirds
Ray White Queensland today announced an exciting new partnership with Netball Queensland and the Queensland Firebirds.
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