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Franchise News

Katherine Skinner: Quality over quantity in Adelaide’s buyer advocacy market

Adelaide buyer advocate Katherine Skinner thrives by prioritising relationships, guiding clients through life-changing property decisions with a quality-over-quantity…

Industry News

Housing outlook amid Middle East energy shocks

Rising energy prices create a split market: winners in resources, pressure on households and housing.

International

Ireland pitches €20 billion housing investment plan

Ireland's Housing Minister, James Browne, leads delegation to Cannes, targeting international capital to help deliver 300,000 homes by…

Off-market strategy secures $2.09m for Sancrox acreage home
Agent Stories

Off-market strategy secures $2.09m for Sancrox acreage home

A strategic off-market approach delivered a $2.09 million result for a Sancrox acreage property before it reached public…

Buyer's agent secures $1.2m Bli Bli house in 24 hours days with 4.12% yield
Agent Stories

Buyer’s agent secures $1.2m Bli Bli house in 24 hours days with 4.12% yield

Zian William Fox Gibbs leveraged local knowledge and strategic contract positioning to secure a high-yield investment property in…

Beechboro house attracts 10 buyers and 33 offer adjustments in 13 days, underpinned by local market knowledge
Agent Stories

Beechboro house attracts 10 buyers and 33 offer adjustments in 13 days, underpinned by local market knowledge

A strategic pricing approach and strong buyer engagement transformed a vendor’s mid-$800,000 expectations into a $945,000 result, highlighting…

Database matching delivers building record for Hillsdale's newest development
Agent Stories

Database matching delivers building record for Hillsdale’s newest development

Nick Papas turned database matching into nine contract requests for a new-build apartment that became a building record,…

Turnkey appeal and qualified buyers deliver seven-day Traralgon sale
Agent Stories

Turnkey appeal and qualified buyers deliver seven-day Traralgon sale

A targeted approach using an exclusive database of qualified buyers delivered a seven-day sale where the median time…

Industry News

Aussie homeowners hit record equity as property profits soar

Record resale profits across Australia are boosting homeowner equity, supporting upgrades, and widening the gap for first-time buyers.

Industry News

Labor signals major Capital Gains Tax reforms ahead of May budget

Inquiry finds tax breaks for investors are inflating prices and limiting opportunities for first-time buyers.

Industry News

Rate hike reality check: RBA lifts to 4.10% as borrower pressure intensifies

RBA rate hike to 4.10% affects borrowers – experts share insights for buyers and property markets

Franchise News

Emma Oliver: From architect to advocate in Perth’s property market

A former architect with a photographic memory for house prices, Emma Oliver has carved out a unique niche…

Professional rapport unlocks swift Caboolture purchase for single father
Agent Stories

Professional rapport unlocks swift Caboolture purchase for single father

A relationship-building approach and strategic patience delivered a life-changing result for a single father seeking more time with…

Franchise News

No shopfront, no problem: How DiJones built a $41M pipeline with beach cabanas and a branded Vespa

DiJones Pacific Palms agent Dominique Vasers is meeting lifestyle buyers where they already are – and it's working.

Pacific Property Buyers launches a tailored buyer’s agent service to provide first-home buyers with the strategy, education, and off-market access they need to succeed. Source: Supplied
News

Pacific Property Buyers puts first-time buyers first with innovative agency model

Pacific Property Buyers launches a no-upfront-fee service to guide first-home buyers through Sydney’s competitive property market.

Kings Park townhouse sold for second time under same agent setting suburb record again
Agent Stories

Kings Park townhouse sold for third time under same agent setting suburb record again

A two-bedroom townhouse in Kings Park has set another suburb record under the guidance of Garry Cooper who…

Industry News

Ray White warns proposed investor tax changes could reduce rental supply

The real estate group says potential changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing could reduce rental supply…

Franchise News

The Agency expands into Mollymook with market leaders

National real estate brand The Agency has entered the NSW South Coast town of Mollymook and surrounds with…

People Moves

Simon Best opens Buxton Kilmore and Wallan

In a strategic move into Victoria's historic and fast-growing northern corridor, Buxton Real Estate Group announces the opening…

Franchise News

Neil Casey’s journey: Helping investors succeed

After a life-altering health scare, Neil Casey turned past investment failures into a boutique buyer’s agency focused on…

Industry News

Sydney’s cheapest homes now leading market price growth

First-home buyers and expanded government schemes are flipping the script on Sydney's traditional prestige-led housing cycle.

Industry News

Where buying an apartment now rivals renting

Inner Melbourne, Darwin and Canberra show unit buyers can now pay less than renters, as affordability pressures reshape…

Back to Basics

Back to basics: What does anti-money laundering really mean for agents?

Anti-money laundering doesn’t have to be confusing. This feature breaks down what AML means for real estate agents,…

News

Stacey Mitchell: From marketing director to property matchmaker

After a successful career as a marketing director across Europe, the Middle East, and Australia, Stacey Mitchell made…

AI

The ultimate guide: 35 practical ChatGPT tips for real estate professionals

35 actionable AI strategies for real estate agents: write sharper listings, plan smarter, and win clients without working…

Franchise News

Tim Allen: From finance broker to buyer’s agent

From an 18-year-old investor to a dual-licensed expert, Tim Allen’s journey highlights how mastering finance and transparent advocacy…

Industry News

“Does it pass the pub test?” navigating the new AML rules 

New AML reforms starting July 2026 shift Australian real estate from handshake trust to strict transparency, requiring agents…

News

Adelaide homes selling faster than any other capital city

Properties in some suburbs are changing hands within two weeks of listing, with houses spending a median of…

Back to Basics

Off-market sales explained

Discover how off-market property sales work in Australia, why sellers choose them, and how new agents can navigate…

Franchise News

Mark Mendel: Making buyer’s agents accessible for everyday Australians

Mark Mendel didn't set out to become a real estate agent, but twenty-five years later, he's revolutionising how…

Eleanor Creagh joins REA Group as Senior Economist
Industry News

Capital city home values crack $1 million as national prices hit new record

PropTrack’s February 2026 index shows national prices up 0.5% for the month and 9.1% annually, with Perth leading…

Features

Juggling multiple roles: the oversight you can’t get from just one hat

Laura McKay, COO at Highland Property, shares how juggling management, sales, and auctioneering gives her insights into the…

News

New land wealth levy could cut stamp duty for homebuyers

The McKell Institute proposes taxing land portfolios over $20 million to fund stamp duty reductions on new homes…

News

First-home buyers now need seven years to save Sydney deposit

Domain research reveals rising entry-level prices have wiped out gains from 2025 rate cuts, with Brisbane, Adelaide and…

News

FOUNDIT welcomes Sean Phuah as Founding Partner Buyer’s Agent, strengthening its presence on Sydney’s prestige North Shore

Fast-growing property platform FOUNDIT has appointed Sean Phuah as a Founding Partner Buyer’s Agent, alongside his team, further…