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INDUSTRY NEWS
The value of property purchases falls as buyers tighten their belts
Rising interest rates led Australian borrowers to tighten their purse strings last year, with the total value of property purchases down 12.7 per cent according to new research
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Real Estate News
McGrath posts $7.5 million profit and plan for more offices
McGrath now has 16 more offices and 81 more agents than it did a year ago, with a view to add 115 high quality new offices to the network over the next three to four years.
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Real Estate News
NSW Government floats levies and day caps on short-term rentals
Revenue levies and lower day caps are among the options the NSW Government will consider in a review of short-term rental accommodation in the state.
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Elite Agent
How the Spinella brothers triumphed in Townsville
When Giovanni and Santo Spinella first opened their real estate agency together they started with nothing.
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Elite Agent
Nerida Consibee: why Perth properties sell in just 11 days
Time on market is plunging in Perth.
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Celebrity Homes
Model Miranda Kerr to sell her Malibu mansion
A decade after acquiring a secluded property in Malibu's western extremities for US$2.2 million, following her split from actor Orlando Bloom, Miranda Kerr, the esteemed former Victoria’s Secret model, is putting the estate up for sale.
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Thought Leaders Podcast
Mr + Mrs Vendor: Samantha McLean and Mark Edwards on the sellers perspective, AI acceleration and what’s on the radar for Elite Agent in 2024
In a real estate world where differentiation can be challenging, Elite Agent's Samantha McLean and Mark Edwards blend personal experience with professional insight in the latest episode of the Elevate Podcast. After selling their own home in 2023, they offer a fresh perspective on the sales process, what went well, what didn’t go so well - along with an exclusive…
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Celebrity Homes
Queen drummer Roger Taylor lists his LA home
Roger Taylor, the renowned Queen drummer, is bidding farewell to his Los Angeles home after more than 40 years.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Commercial auction events to see 40 properties go under the hammer
Two major commercial auction events are set to see 40 commercial properties go under the hammer across the country.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Retail asset transactions gain best market share in 20 years
For the first time in nearly 20 years, retail assets have made up the largest portion of commercial property transactions.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New Zealand homeowners struggle to pay mortgage
New Zealanders are struggling afford a home, with higher interest rates and elevated property prices squeezing borrowers.
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Real Estate News
Forget about making zillions, Zillow posted a net loss for 2023
A fourth quarter surge in revenue hasn’t stopped US listings platform Zillow from posting a calendar year loss of US$158 million in 2023.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New listings surge in Sydney and Melbourne
A surge of sellers have listed their homes, with Sydney and Melbourne reporting the biggest jump in new listings in more than a decade.
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Movers and Shakers
Belle Property expands with a new office in Bridgeman Downs
Ben Ball will lead the office, which is one of three to open for Belle Property in the past month.
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Elite Agent
Katrina Tarrant: Leadership lessons from Married at First Sight
It's hard to step into an office without catching a snippet of conversation about soaring living costs, the latest twist in the property sector, or the newest drama unfolding on Married at First Sight.
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Movers and Shakers
Turner Real Estate launches new tree planting initiative
Turner Real Estate will partner with Trees For Life as it aims to do more to help the environment.
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Real Estate News
Jason Crerar joins The Agency in Tasmania
The Agency has appointed former realestate.com.au executive Jason Crerar as state manager in Tasmania, as the brand looks to expand in the Apple Isle.
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Elite Agent
How to vanquish Zombie Leadership in your office
In the shadow of the modern workplace, Zombie Leadership haunts Australian organisations, gnawing at the roots of what could be thriving management ecosystems.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Busselton leads the way for regional price growth in WA
The coastal community of Busselton in Western Australia’s South West was the top-performing regional centre for the December 2023 quarter according to new data.
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Celebrity Homes
Laurel Canyon celebrity retreat hits market for $1.98 million
In the heart of Los Angeles's Laurel Canyon, a unique treetop retreat with a rich history of hosting music legends is now for sale at US$1.98 million.
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Real Estate News
Real estate trio join Richardson & Wrench at new Bribie Island office
Leading real estate franchise group Richardson & Wrench has snapped up some of Bongaree’s biggest hitters as it expands to Bribie Island.
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Elite Agent
Andy Reid: why you need to become a farmer, not a hunter
Whether you are cold calling, door knocking, using AI or the latest algorithm-busting social media ads to generate opportunities, you still need to know how to convert those leads into business.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Hotel room rates surge as Taylor Swift fever takes hold
Tourism assets are seeing a resurgence with a string of big-name artists including Taylor Swift and high-profile sporting events helping boost room rates across the country.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Ray White agents focus on process in 2024
The opportunity to have your best year ever will be dictated by your process was the message coming out of Ray White’s annual Engage training session.
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Real Estate News
Market turnaround leads to profit for Domain
Domain has witnessed a “pleasing turnaround” in the property market and its financial performance, with profits rising 48.7 per cent.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
NSW vacancy rates ease as the rental crisis continues
In a small win for New South Wales renters, residential vacancy rates have eased in some areas, however, there is likely more pain ahead for tenants according to the industry.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Regional areas emerge as sanctuaries from the rental crisis
The rental crisis continues to put renters under extreme pressure, however, new research has found a number of regional areas are emerging as “sanctuaries” for renters in search of relief.
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Celebrity Homes
Live like a lord next to Lorde in New York
An apartment on the same floor as New Zealand-born singer/songwriter Lorde's home in New York City's West Village is now on the market, offering a rare opportunity to be neighbours with the Royals artist and friend of Taylor Swift.
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Elite Agent
Darren Krakowiak: Are you providing excellent customer service or becoming a doormat?
Striking the right balance between exceptional customer service and preserving self-respect is essential in our industry.
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Real Estate News
Consumer confidence boosts property market auction success
Consumer confidence is returning to the property market, resulting in higher than normal auction clearance rates.
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Real Estate News
Rent freeze would spell disaster for Canberra
The Greens latest proposal to freeze rents in the ACT would be a “catastrophe” for Canberran renters and families, according to a peak real estate body.
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Movers and Shakers
Buxton Real Estate Group brings in technology expert Jessica Oakley
Jessica Oakley has joined Buxton Real Estate Group as Business Technology Manager and is set to streamline the company's tech stack.
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Movers and Shakers
Heston Marino to lead new McGrath Toowoomba office
Heston Marino will lead McGrath’s new Toowoomba office, with the team aiming to capitalise on the rapidly growing South East Queensland property market.
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Movers and Shakers
LAWD appoints Henry Sayers to spearhead its industrial expansion
Specialist valuation and transaction firm, LAWD has appointed property specialist Henry Sayers to expand their industrial offering.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
REIA warns against over-favouring corporates in BTR investments
The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has cautioned the Federal government, not to prioritise foreign investment into Build to rent (BTR) over individual investors.
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