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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…

Simone Howell joins FOUNDIT. Photo: Supplied
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…

Agencies need to prepare for the upcoming super changes. Photo: Getty
Industry News

Real estate agencies urged to prepare for the Payday Super countdown

With three months until the 1 July deadline, the ATO is urging agencies to check their payroll systems…

Features

The mirror has many faces

Josh Tesolin's 10-year ban made headlines. The industry outrage is justified. But the harder question is what built…

Catalano’s View.com.au collapse ends ambitious challenge to REA and Domain

Collapse of View.com.au ends Antony Catalano's bid to challenge Australia’s property listings duopoly

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Elite Agent TV

Do You Actually Know Who You’re Presenting To?

In Episode 7 of The AI Edit, Samantha McLean makes the case for AI-powered vendor research before every…

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Franchise News

Nicholas Armstrong-Smith: Building a business on communication and community

Nicholas Armstrong-Smith has built a leading real estate business in Bondi Junction on a simple principle - communicate…

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Franchise News

Trina Henry: Building a family legacy in Gold Coast real estate

After 25 years in real estate, Trina Henry is leveraging the @realty OASIS model to build her own…

Australians are dipping into savings to cover rising rent, mortgage, and everyday costs, highlighting growing financial pressures on households. Image: Getty
Industry News

$85 billion savings drain: over half of Aussie raiding cash to cover rent, mortgages, and essentials

Over half of Aussies have tapped into their savings in the past year, with housing costs, everyday essentials,…

Western Australia has emerged as one of the strongest-performing housing markets. Image: Getty
Industry News

Two-speed housing market emerges as WA and QLD leave rest of Australia behind

Population growth outpacing new housing in WA and QLD underpins sharp divergence in home values

Features

How Hannah Gill is re-thinking property management

After nearly two decades in property management, Hannah Gill is reimagining the sector with Podium - offering equity,…

Sharon Osbourne's LA mansion is for sale. Photo: Carolwood Real Estate
Celebrity Homes

Sharon Osbourne lists LA mansion nine months after Ozzy’s death

The 1930s Hancock Park estate, which the couple spent years restoring, returns to market at US$17 million (approximately…

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People Moves

Apollo Auctions appoints Jeremy Grobben to lead ACT expansion

The former restaurateur and four-time REIACT Championships competitor brings a decade of real estate experience to the national…

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People Moves

Knight Frank expands healthcare property team in Queensland

The firm is responding to growing investor appetite for medical and aged care assets, with $35 million in…

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Franchise News

Monique Treder: Finding an edge in Sydney’s buyer’s agency space

For Monique Treder, success in the buyer's agency industry came when she stopped trying to be someone else…

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Franchise News

Ray White Inner Brisbane Apartments rebrands as Ray White Brisbane City

The rebrand follows 17 years in the CBD market and signals expansion into surrounding suburbs.

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Franchise News

OBrien Real Estate opens Doreen office as northern corridor grows

The new location marks the group's third office in Melbourne's north, with two experienced directors overseeing the expansion.

Brooke Cadd fights to keep listing and delivers coastal sea change for Adelaide buyers
Agent Stories

Brooke Cadd fights to keep listing and delivers coastal sea change for Adelaide buyers

When another agent tried to poach her listing mid-campaign, Brooke Cadd turned the pressure into proof — deploying…

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People Moves

Century 21 opens Killara office as Liu team returns to network

Claire Yan Liu's North Shore team completed a three-month transition from their previous agency to establish the new…

Features

How to find your next hire in the age of AI

How real estate agencies can adapt hiring practices for the AI era by testing real thinking, adaptability, and…

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Supplier News

From search to savings: realestate.com.au’s autumn launch showcases five new features

Australia’s number one address in property, realestate.com.au, has launched five new features designed to make searching, finding and…

Nick Dowling appointed Chairman of FOUNDIT. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

Nick Dowling takes board role at FOUNDIT

The appointment signals a push for stronger governance as buyer's agent platforms mature beyond startup phase.

Industry News

NSW ‘Pre-sale Finance Guarantee’ set to accelerate hundreds of new homes

Government-backed scheme removes lender risk and fast-tracks construction across Sydney

Celebrity Homes

She’s out! Roxy Jacenko lists Paddington HQ as she exits Sydney

The Sweaty Betty PR founder's former headquarters hits the market following her move to Singapore, with an auction…