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INDUSTRY NEWS
Spring selling season kicks off strongly
The first weekend of Spring selling has started strongly with active buyers driving up clearance rates right around the country.
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Real Estate News
Housing affordability hits record low
Housing affordability in Australia has plummeted to its lowest level in nearly three decades, according to the latest data from the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA).
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Real Estate News
New Domain data shows Aussie homebuyers choosing to live closer to in-laws
The Spring selling season is shaping up to be a game-changer for real estate agents, with a dramatic shift in homebuyers' priorities.
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BEST PRACTICE
The Beauty Premium: how real estate agents are boosting sales with style
In real estate, it’s not just about knowledge and negotiation skills—your appearance could be your secret weapon.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
RBA warns interest rates to remain high as inflation persists
Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Governor Michele Bullock has warned that interest rates will remain elevated for an extended period to combat persistent inflation.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rental crisis persists despite slowing rental growth
Australia's rental crisis remains severe despite a modest easing in rent increases in some areas, according to new data.
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CONTRIBUTORS
Mark McLeod: Is marketing just an illusion?
Whenever I’m asked to comment on marketing in the real estate industry I always start with this quote. “The problem with communication is the illusion that it has taken place.”
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Movers and Shakers
Harcourts Essential upgrades to a new location
Business owners Michele Stephen and Jason Wright are moving their Harcourts Essential office to a prominent location in Salisbury, South Australia.
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Movers and Shakers
REIACT celebrates 50 years with Awards for Excellence
The Real Estate Institute of the ACT (REIACT) marked its 50th anniversary by recognising top performers in the ACT real estate industry at its annual Awards for Excellence.
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Movers and Shakers
Savills bolsters national Capital Markets team
Savills Australia and New Zealand has announced a new national Capital Markets team, with key appointments to enhance its capital transactions capabilities.
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Movers and Shakers
Malliga Krishnan appointed Chief Data Officer at CoreLogic International
CoreLogic International has announced the appointment of Malliga Krishnan as Chief Data Officer, strengthening its data capabilities
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Movers and Shakers
Marshall White announces key leadership appointments
Melbourne luxury real estate group Marshall White has made a series of strategic appointments across their leadership team, elevating several agents to Director and Partner roles.
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Movers and Shakers
Lydia Sheridan Takes the Helm as JLL’s New Head of Marketing for ANZ
Lydia Sheridan has been appointed as JLL's new Head of Marketing for Australia and New Zealand. With 17 years of experience, she will lead the marketing strategy across the region, focusing on brand growth, sustainability efforts, and client engagement. Sheridan joins JLL’s Australasian Executive Committee and Global Field Marketing Leadership Team.
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Movers and Shakers
Maria Edwards appointed as REIA Interim CEO
The Real Estate Institute of Australia has named Maria Edwards as Interim CEO, effective 9 September 2024.
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Movers and Shakers
Haiven Property expands its reach in Perth
Award-winning independent Perth agency Haiven Property is getting set to open a new location in Applecross, amidst another year of strong growth for the business.
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Movers and Shakers
Hayden Groves joins Ray White in Fremantle
One of the most successful independent real estate agencies in Australia, Dethridge Groves Real Estate (DGRE), is joining forces with Ray White in the heart of iconic Fremantle
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Thought Leaders Podcast
Michelle Tynan: 10 key lessons from Elite Retreat
CEO of the Real Estate Institute of Tasmania, Michelle Tynan believes that “we weren’t born to follow”, and it’s why she wanted to learn from the speakers at this year’s Elite Retreat and keep evolving as a leader.
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Movers and Shakers
Shady and Narges Attia launch Attia Real Estate
Shady and Narges Attia are looking to expand their growing reputation, having launched their own real estate brand, Attia Real Estate, through OASIS powered by @realty.
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Movers and Shakers
William Manning returns to McGrath Double Bay
Leading Eastern Suburbs agent William Manning has rejoined McGrath Double Bay as the agency doubles down on Sydney's prestige market.
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Elite Agent
What impact will the permanent underquoting taskforce have in Victoria?
Consumer Affairs in VIC drew a bit of a line in the sand this week, declaring that their 2-year taskforce ‘trial’ to police underquoting challenges was a success and they were making the taskforce a permanent fixture in their outfit.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Planning systems failing regional Australia
Regional Australia is facing a severe housing crisis as planning systems struggle to keep up with demand, according to industry experts.
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Real Estate News
Mortgage stress hits record high as 1.4 million Australians struggle
New research from Finder paints a concerning picture for mortgage holders, with record levels of financial distress across the country.
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Elite Agent
The power of behaviour change: lessons from the lab to real estate
“If you’ve ever wanted someone to make a bid at auction, to sign a contract ... you’re in the business of behaviour change.”
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Real Estate News
Call for urgent overhaul of sub-standard homes
As Australia embarks on a plan to build 1.2 million new homes over the next five years, the poor quality of the country’s existing housing stock has come under sharp scrutiny.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Nick Boyd appointed CEO of Belle Property
Nick Boyd has been named Chief Executive Officer of Belle Property, Hockingstuart and Acton | Belle Property, taking the reins from Peter Hanscomb.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Perth dominates list of top family-friendly suburbs
Perth has emerged as the leading city for family-friendly suburbs in Australia, according to new research.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
First home buyers forced to adapt amid rising costs
First home buyers are increasingly purchasing properties alone or using government-backed schemes to enter the property market, as rising costs make it harder to buy.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Home building approvals hit a 14-month high
New home building approvals in Australia have reached their highest level in 14 months, in a sign that confidence is starting to return.
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Real Estate News
REIV calls for ‘diverse housing options’
The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) has welcomed the Victorian Government's proposed Big Ideas in its "New Plan for Victoria" but highlighted the need for a broader range of housing options and innovative strategies to attract investment for the plan's successful implementation.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Inland property prices surge as buyers look beyond the coast
Home buyers are starting to look beyond the beach, with inland areas experiencing a boom in prices as buyers start moving away from traditional coastal hotspots, according to a leading economist.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Greens take aim at dodgy landlords
The Australian Greens have unveiled a plan to establish a National Renters Protection Authority (NRPA) to enforce rental standards and penalise ‘dodgy’ landlords and real estate agencies.
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Real Estate News
Household deposits soar to record $1.5 trillion
Australians have added an impressive $30.81 billion to their savings, pushing total household deposits to a record-breaking $1.5 trillion, according to the latest data from the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA).
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Elite Agent
The inaugural Homely Awards recognise our top real estate agents and agencies
Homely is proud to announce the winners of one of Australia's most prestigious real estate accolades, The Homely Awards.
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Thought Leaders Podcast
Gavin Rubinstein: 10 lessons in building empires, mastering resilience, and maintaining the passion
Success in real estate isn't just about closing deals—it's about mastering every aspect of a complex career.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rent.com.au sees rising revenues
Leading rental portal, Rent.com.au has seen rising revenues last financial year, as it looks to grow its RentPay offering.
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