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Real Estate News
RBA: No relief with interest rates unchanged
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has kept interest rates unchanged for the seventh consecutive meeting, maintaining the cash rate at 4.35%.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Jellis Craig introduces new real-time vendor platform
Melbourne real estate group Jellis Craig has launched a new digital platform that it hopes will redefine transparency in sales campaigns.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Domain launches Spring campaign to empower agents and guide buyers
Real estate platform Domain has unveiled its new Spring campaign, focusing on the trade-offs Australians face when choosing a home.
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NSW Real Estate News
NSW’s rental revolution
Property managers in NSW will need to acquaint themselves with the Minns’ government series of reforms, which is aimed at improving conditions for renters. These reforms include easing restrictions on pet ownership for tenants, introducing a tool to compare rental prices using bond data, and ending “no grounds” evictions. The changes come as the rental market faces rising costs and…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Nicole Jacobs joins Cohen Handler as Managing Director for Victoria
Leading Melbourne buyers advocate Nicole Jacobs has partnered with Cohen Handler to lead its Victorian operations.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Housing affordability reaches worst level on record
Housing affordability in Australia has deteriorated to its poorest level since records began, according to a new report.
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Thought Leaders Podcast
Adrian Knowles: Lessons on leadership, vision and values
CEO of Harcourts, Adrian Knowles, knows a thing or two about leading a successful organisation and building the right type of culture.
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Movers and Shakers
Buxton Real Estate signs as major partner for Geelong United Basketball
Buxton Real Estate Group has partnered with Geelong United Basketball for the 2024 WNBL season.
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Elite Agent
Katrina Dight Martin joins Harcourts NSW
Katrina Dight Martin has been appointed as Business Operations Manager at Harcourts NSW
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Movers and Shakers
Patrick Stronell joins Savills as State Director
Patrick Stronell has been appointed State Director – Office Leasing VIC at Savills.
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Movers and Shakers
Freddy Handa opens Belle Property Rouse Hill
Freddy Handa has launched Belle Property Rouse Hill in Sydney's Hills District.
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Movers and Shakers
All Properties Group expands to Gold Coast
All Properties Group, led by Chris Gilmour, is opening a new office in Ormeau on the northern Gold Coast.
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Movers and Shakers
Mark and Sam Forde Launch Harris South Coast
Mark and Sam Forde are set to launch Harris South Coast, marking a new chapter in the region’s real estate landscape.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Brad Barker doubles earnings with @realty
Brad Barker made a pivotal decision to join @realty in 2020, a move that has since propelled his career to new heights.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Student housing sector to thrive despite international cap
Australia's student accommodation sector is expected to remain resilient despite the Federal Government's proposed cap on international student numbers, according to an expert.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Affordable options still available for buyers with a small deposit
Despite rising property prices, there’s still hope out there from buyers with a deposit under $100,000.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Population growth outpaces housing supply
Australia's population has hit 27 million, growing at a pace that is outstripping new housing supply, according to the Housing Industry Association (HIA).
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Elite Agent
Dom Thurbon: How real estate leaders can thrive in times of disruption
In the ever-evolving real estate industry, thriving amid disruption means rethinking long-held assumptions about business models and operations.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Buyers take the lead as listings surge
Buyers are back in the driver's seat with surging property listings across the country providing more opportunities and reduced competition.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Housing affordability measures fail to capture true costs
Current housing affordability measures are not accurately reflecting the real housing costs for lower-income households, according to new research.
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Real Estate News
Renovation boom as new home sales slow
New home sales have lagged across the country as homeowners are increasingly choosing to renovate rather than relocate.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Industry wants more houses, not student caps
The government needs to do more than just cap international student numbers to deal with the housing crisis according to the industry.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Proposed tax reforms would make negative gearing only available to some investors
A new report from RMIT University suggests using Australia's tax system to incentivise property investors to improve conditions for private renters.
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CONTRIBUTORS
Andy Reid: “Let’s talk about mental health in real estate”
We’ve had lots of chat around the topic of mental health recently, and some amazing efforts have been made to improve, support and mentor those in the industry when it comes to their mental wellbeing such as the RISE Initiative & the associated ‘Real Care’ app which has just had an upgrade to its user experience.
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Real Estate News
Australian homeowners pocket record $285,000 profit in property resales
Australian homeowners pocketed a record-breaking median profit of $285,000 when reselling their properties in the June quarter of 2024, according to CoreLogic's latest Pain & Gain report.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Daniel Robinson: authenticity and focus drive success on the Mornington Peninsula
Daniel Robinson can clearly remember the moment when he knew he loved helping people in his real estate career.
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CONTRIBUTORS
How to market your YOUniqueness in a sea of sameness
In the competitive world of real estate, where every company seems to offer similar services and promises, standing out can feel like a real challenge.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Markets predicting four rate cuts next year
Financial markets are pricing in four interest rate cuts in 2025, potentially bringing some relief to struggling Australian mortgage holders.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Leaders need to master the art of saying “no”
Effective leadership involves knowing when to say "no" and empowering your team members.
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Real Estate News
Domain reveals top features on buyer wish lists
As Australia’s Spring selling season launches with heightened activity, Domain has released fresh insights into the design features topping the wish lists of property buyers.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Auction markets show signs of cooling, but not everywhere
The auction market is showing signs of a slowdown, but there continues to be a big difference across the major capital cities.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
REINSW names their top performers at the 2024 Awards
The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW) has celebrated its top performers at its 2024 Awards for Excellence gala event.
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Real Estate News
Mortgages in arrears as property prices and rents surge
Australia’s housing market is facing increasing challenges as rising mortgage arrears coincide with surging property prices.
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Elite Agent
Elite Agent: 10 Years of Championing Real Estate Excellence
On September 15, 2014, I nervously hit refresh on my Facebook feed every minute or so as the first print issue of Elite Agent landed on desks across the country. I felt like a Masterchef contestant on the long walk to the judges for feedback on a dish I had lovingly created, and this was like a moment of truth.…
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Thought Leaders Podcast
Rachel Atkin: 10 Powerful Lessons to Redefine Property Management Growth in any market
After 20 years in real estate, Property Management Operations Manager at Harcourts, Rachel Atkin understands what it takes to grow and maintain a rent roll.
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