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Real Estate News
Tasmania’s bold housing plan: pets, tax cuts, and eco upgrades promised
The Tasmanian Government has vowed to allow pets in rental properties, boost its Private Rental Incentive Scheme and abolish millions of dollars in stamp duty costs if re-elected in next month’s State Election.
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Elite Agent
High value and high heels: How Natalie Tonks redefined real estate
When vendors sign Natalie Tonks to sell their home she promises them four things - high energy, high value, high numbers and high heels.
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Elite Agent
Jimmy Burgess: How to reengage a prospect that ghosted you
In the ever-evolving world of real estate, mastering the art of conversation can significantly impact your success.
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Real Estate News
Are first-time buyers really closer to home?
First-time buyers can save a 20 per cent deposit two months faster now than they could a year ago but there is a catch, according to the latest data from Domain.
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Real Estate News
House and unit price gap hits record $300k in capital cities
The gap between capital city house and unit prices has never been wider, with detached homes now costing almost $300,000 more.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
The value of property purchases falls as buyers tighten their beltsÂ
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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CONTRIBUTORS
Bianca Denham: Don’t skip past laying the foundations for success
There’s an interesting, and somewhat surprising statistic about the career trajectory of a real estate agent - most will peak at around year five and then move into decline.
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Real Estate News
Home sweet heart: buyers find love after moving
More than 40 per cent of recent home buyers haven’t just purchased bricks and mortar, but found love after buying their new abode.
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Elite Agent
10 property listing cliches and why you need to avoid them
My best friend is selling her property and, needless to say, it’s a bit of a stressful process.Â
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Real Estate News
An insider’s look at the Friendly Auction system
When Chasse Ede walks a client through the Friendly Auction process he’s speaking from experience - as an agent and as a buyer and seller that’s been immersed in the system.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
First National Bowral bounces back after losing everything in a fire
When a fire in Bowral took out 13 businesses including the First National Real Estate offices, principal Allan Falvey knew he was going to have to dig deep to find a way to rebuild his business.
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Real Estate News
RBA keeps interest rates on hold at 4.35 per cent
The Reserve Bank of Australia has kicked off 2024 with an interest rate hold, electing to keep the cash rate at 4.35 per cent at its first meeting of the year.
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Movers and Shakers
Chris Shine and Justine Dill return to Raine & Horne
Raine & Horne alumni Chris Shine and Justine Dill are returning to the brand to head up the new Toowoomba office.
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Elite Agent
The power of partnership: What trust and loyalty mean to Jerome Srot and Gavin Rubinstein
Gavin Rubinstein and Jerome Srot go together like John Lennon and Paul McCartney.
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Real Estate News
Australia’s auction season kicks off with near-record activity
Australia has recorded the second biggest start to auction season on record, with 1671 properties going under the hammer last week across the capital cities.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Zillow launch their new 3D tour experience on Apple Vision Pro
US property platform Zillow, has launched Zillow Immerse in the Apple Vision Pro app story, providing buyers with groundbreaking virtual walkthroughs and interactive 3D floor plans.
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Real Estate News
What the Apple Vision Pro means for real estate
The Apple Vision Pro has the potential to change the way Australians view properties and drive engagement and inspections for agents.
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Real Estate News
The Agency recruits market leaders in Melbourne’s Williamstown
Highly regarded real estate professional Leigh Melbourne and his team have joined The Agency Victoria, and are looking to grow the brand in the Williamstown area.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New Zealand property prices continue their recovery in January
Home prices across New Zealand have continued to rebound, with values up 0.4 per cent in January according to CoreLogic NZ.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Western Sydney popular with first-home buyers
A host of suburbs across Western Sydney have topped the list of the most popular with first-home buyers, according to new data.
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Real Estate News
Queensland estate to offer residents a private airpark
A $65 million master planned community on Queenland’s Fraser Coast will provide residents with access to one of the first ‘airparks’ in the country.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
South Australian property prices hit a record high
South Australian property continues to go from strength to strength with new data showing the median price has again made a new record high.
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Real Estate News
REIQ calls on the LNP to reveal stamp duty threshold
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has labelled the LNP’s promise to lift the first-home buyer stamp duty threshold as lacking substance without naming a figure.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Clearance rate tops 80 per cent at Ray White Surfers Paradise auction bonanza
There were huge numbers of buyers on the Gold Coast this past weekend for Ray White’s annual The Event auction day, highlighting just how much demand there is for Queensland property.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
First-home buyers make a record share of property purchases
First-home buyer (FHB) activity has jumped in New Zealand, with new data showing the cohort now make 27 per cent of home purchases.
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Celebrity Homes
Kate Waterhouse selling up in Potts Point
Socialite Kate Waterhouse and her former rugby league player husband Luke Ricketson have put their Potts Point investment property up for auction in February.
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Real Estate News
Property prices hit new highs as growth continues
Australia’s property market has fully recovered from the 2022 downturn, with prices hitting a record high in the December quarter.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
US commission lawsuit takes aim at 35 agencies and industry groups
A major commission lawsuit has been filed in California that names more than 35 defendants, including the National Association of Realtors (NAR), alleging they violated federal and state antitrust laws by conspiring to inflate broker commissions.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Academics say first-home buyers shouldn’t buy now
First-home buyers should be cautious about purchasing in the current market, according to academics.
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Real Estate News
Property portal Homely celebrates its 10th birthday
A decade after a poor home buying experience left Jason Spencer lamenting the fact he couldn’t read street and suburb reviews during the process, the solution he and his brother Adam created will celebrate a major milestone.
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Real Estate News
First-home buyers surge, defying rising costs and rates
First-home buyers are fighting back against rising interest rates, the increased cost of borrowing and the increasing cost of living, leaving the charge for new home loans.
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Elite Agent
Shane Kempton: How to be happier right now
As you read this, gym memberships are going through the roof, people are bringing soup and protein shakes to work, sales of nonalcoholic drinks are increasing, and goals to have the 'best year ever' are being set far and wide.
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TECH + SOCIAL
CES 2024 unveils game-changing tech for tomorrow’s world
Masks that would look at home in a spy’s arsenal, flying taxis, language interpreters, home robots and a whole lot more was on show at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
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CONTRIBUTORS
Leanne Pilkington: Interest rates, supply challenges and emerging real estate trends in 2024
In the throes of 2024, the Australian real estate market faces a critical juncture, challenged by the ebb and flow of interest rates and pressing supply issues. Here, Laing+Simmons Chief Executive Officer and Real Estate Institute of Australia President, Leanne Pilkington, reveals why this pivotal moment will demand unprecedented adaptability and strategic foresight from buyers, sellers, investors and agents alike.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Temporary buyer window opens in slowing Sydney luxury market
Price growth in Sydney’s luxury property market is starting to slow down opening up a ‘temporary window’ to buy according to an expert.
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