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FRANCHISE NEWS
Tahlia Gabrielli expands into Robe and Penola
High-performing young gun principal Tahlia Gabrielli has expanded her Ray White business across the picturesque Limestone Coast region of South Australia, to now include offices in Robe and Penola.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Darwin and Melbourne the top property picks for 2025
A new report has identified some unexpected hotspots, with Darwin and Melbourne leading the way as top investment locations for 2025.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Houses outperform apartments in New Zealand
House prices have shown stronger growth compared to apartments over extended periods, with land value playing a crucial role in the difference, according to new data.
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Elite Agent
All I want for Christmas is…to be called back
Bianca Denham, Ray White’s Head of Recognition and Performance, tackles the widespread challenge of call reluctance in real estate.
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Movers and Shakers
McGrath expands Victorian presence with new Clayton office
Ethan He and Jason Xi to lead McGrath's strategic expansion in Melbourne's southeast with new Clayton office opening.
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Movers and Shakers
Michael Barber launches Ray White Charlestown
Industry veteran Michael Barber has opened Ray White Charlestown, marking a new chapter in his 21-year real estate career.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Blue chip New Zealand property outperforms
New Zealand’s high-end properties and certain regional areas are showing strength and outpacing much of the broader market, according to new data.
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Elite Agent
Bringing the “magic” back into sales
Learn how to move beyond being an order taker in real estate. Master the art of selling, improve conversion rates, and bring humanity back to your sales strategy for better results.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
RBA leaves rates on hold with inflation still “too high”
There’s no relief for mortgage holders just yet, with the Reserve Bank of Australia leaving the official cash rate unchanged at the December meeting.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Brisbane and Adelaide set to join the million-dollar club
Brisbane and Adelaide are set to join Australia's million-dollar median house price club by the end of 2025, according to an expert.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Realestate.co.nz declares 2024 a ‘Goldilocks’ market
Described by spokesperson Vanessa Williams as a rare “Goldilocks market,” current conditions (stable prices, rising stock levels, falling interest rates, and increased buyer activity) are creating a unique moment of opportunity in the property sector. “After 18 years of tracking the property market, this is one of those rare moments where certainty and opportunity align,” said Ms Williams. “It’s a…
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Real Estate News
Property Prices Keep Rising Despite Market Headwinds
The Australian property market continues to defy expectations, with new Proptrack data revealing unprecedented growth across major cities and regional areas. Despite economic headwinds including higher interest rates and cost-of-living pressures, robust demand and demographic shifts are reshaping traditional market dynamics, particularly in Queensland’s capital. Market Hierarchy Undergoes Historic Shift One of the most significant developments has been Brisbane’s emergence…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Callum Donders: becoming a top agent at 25
When Callum Donders graduated from university during COVID with a marketing degree, he never imagined he'd become one of Pakenham's top real estate agents within three years.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Sydney suburbs show strong growth potential despite a slowdown
A number of suburbs in Sydney continue to show resilience and growth potential, even with prices slowing down across the city.
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OPINION
2024 property market insights: lessons learned and trends to watch in 2025
As 2025 fast approaches, Michelle May predicts several significant trends that will shape the property market.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
First home buyers finding creative ways to enter the market despite rising costs
First home buyers are now saving less than half of what they were a year ago as the rising cost of living continues to impact their ability to enter the property market.
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Movers and Shakers
Laing+Simmons opens in Point Cook
Leading agents Miraj Mahmud and Golam Haque launch first Victorian office for Laing+Simmons.
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Elite Agent
How I Sold It: from plain to powerhouse
Chisholm & Gamon’s Torsten Kasper and Carolyn Clarke crafted a standout marketing campaign using digital strategies through Focus, attracting over 100 inspections and 140 auction attendees.
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INTERNATIONAL
Shanghai leads the way in real estate tax incentives
Shanghai has become the first major Chinese city to roll out tax incentives aimed at boosting its property market.
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Real Estate News
Milk Chocolate® unveils a new proprietary platform to revolutionise the property buying experience in Australia.
Milk Chocolate®, an Australian start-up co-founded by Michael Cleary and Richie Ragel, is set to transform the property purchasing landscape.
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Movers and Shakers
Adam Boettcher launches McGrath Ipswich
McGrath Estate Agents has announced the opening of McGrath Ipswich, with Adam Boettcher appointed as Principal and Dane Phillips as Sales Manager.
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Real Estate News
The Agency sees sustainability marketing vision come to life
National real estate brand The Agency has launched a sustainability marketing initiative in a move that sees the listed company use its unique model to respond to calls from property partners and consumers to be more environmentally conscious.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Regional locations continue to see solid growth
Queensland and Western Australia continue to be some of the strongest regional locations for growth, with experts predicting there is more to come.
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Real Estate News
Spookiest Real Estate of Origin ever
Ray White's 16th call-a-thon hit a spooky new level this week with 11,550 appraisals booked across Australasia during the Halloween-themed appraisal drive, 100 per cent powered by NurtureCloud, the group's cutting-edge prop tech platform.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Million Dollar Listing New York’s Kirsten Jordan shares her secrets for real estate success
Kirsten Jordan, the luxury real estate powerhouse on Million Dollar Listing New York, has carved a path in one of the world’s most competitive markets. Here's her advice to fellow agents.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Singles can’t afford to rent in New Zealand
Singles in New Zealand are not living the ‘Carrie Bradshaw’ life, with new analysis showing that no region in New Zealand meets the affordability threshold for single renters.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
RBA holds rates steady: what it means for the real estate market
It came as no surprise: The RBA has held the official cash rate at 4.35% marking the eighth consecutive time rates have remained unchanged.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Key opportunities for agents as buyer behaviour shifts: REA survey
The great Australian dream of home ownership is alive ... but it's evolving.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Auction market reports mixed outcomes
As the spring selling season continues to unfold, Australia's auction market is demonstrating varied results.
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TECH + SOCIAL
Agents seeing uplift in views and enquiries with Domain’s AI targeted socialmedia property listings
Agents taking advantage of Domain’s recently introduced Audience Boost feature are seeing a 23% uptick in listing views on average.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Property market shows signs of cooling despite record prices
Property prices have reached new highs across multiple capital cities, however, experts suggest the market is shifting in favour of buyers.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Why agents need to ramp up their social media game
Industry experts Steve Carroll and Melanie Hoole explain why authenticity, strategic content, and paid advertising are game-changers in real estate marketing
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Labor backs housing supply boost, steers clear of negative gearing reform
A new poll found respondents favoured land release for development over changes to negative gearing.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
US election: what to expect if Trump or Harris wins
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris present contrasting policies that will directly impact real estate, from interest rates to affordable housing initiatives.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Auckland auction event sees $24.9 million in property sales
A major Ray White auction event in Auckland has highlighted the strength of the local property market, with more than $24.9 million in sales recorded in a single day.
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