QLD Real Estate News
Real estate news and market updates for Queensland. Industry developments, sales results, and insights for QLD property professionals.
New tenancy laws could prove problematic for Queensland landlords
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has pushed back against State Government changes to rental laws, which could see landlords “inherit a tenant for life”.
Local champion thrives with switch to Area Specialist
Real estate agent Brett Reddell made the wisest move of his career when he backed his reputation and…
Queensland rental market feeling the ‘squeeze’ of tight vacancy rates
Incredibly tight rental conditions are continuing to ‘squeeze’ renters across Queensland, with many areas still experiencing vacancy rates…
Belinda Beekman triples return with Area Specialist
Gold Coast agent Belinda Beekman has tripled her annual gross commission income since partnering with the fast-growing real…
Mike Cannon-Brookes buys Dunk Island
Australian billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes and his wife Annie have purchased one of Queensland's best-known properties, picking up Dunk…
Area Specialist drives top results for Bayside duo
Brisbane agents Debbie Watkins and Ryan Connor say their partnership with fast-growing real estate network Area Specialist is…
REIQ concerned about “heavy-handed” changes to rental laws
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) fears investors may "tap out" and sell their rental properties as…
How to sell in a boom year and still have time for the beach
Image Property Sunshine Coast's Nathan Christmas is coming off the back of a boom sales year in one…
Gold Coast developer accepts crypto as deposit on luxury apartments
A Gold Coast property developer is accepting Bitcoin as a deposit for their latest luxury apartment development.
Homely continues Queensland expansion with Ray White partnership
Homely.com.au, one of Australia's largest online real estate marketplaces, has further expanded their Queensland presence with their most…
Explore Property appoints new growth manager
Already a strong player in the Queensland market, Explore Property sets its sights firmly on the South East…
REIQ: State Budget misses the mark
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland has hit out at the State Government’s 2022-23 Budget, saying it is…
Familiar faces and same great service now with new look
Established agent Annie Hou has opened a new real estate office in Upper Mount Gravatt this month after…
Rex saves agents time with all the best insights from AREC
Are you still buzzing from the AREC conference on the Gold Coast? And are you still trying to…
Queensland property market defying the downturn
he Queensland property market is still experiencing 'healthy growth' and is continuing to defy the downturn seen elsewhere,…
Massive growth for Boettchers Estate Agents
Future looks bright for Boettchers Estate Agents after achieving 708% growth in their first 12 months!
Harcourts paints the Gold Coast blue
Harcourts agents, business owners, administrators, property managers and support teams have descended upon the Gold Coast for the…
Demand for Queensland land driving prices higher in growth corridors
A major shortage of land across South East Queensland’s growth corridors has driven up prices for new lots.
QLD sellers may have to disclose a home’s flood damage history
The flood history of a property in Queensland may need to be disclosed to potential buyers under a…
RE/MAX office opens in Flagstone
Leading RE/MAX business owner Melina MacNellie-Verrall had Flagstone, between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, targeted for her second…
Dreams become reality as George Real Estate launches in the Noosa Hinterland
A Sunshine Coast, husband-and-wife team has launched their own agency, George Real Estate, powered by UrbanX in the…
Robust Queensland market to shake off rate rise
The Queensland property market is well positioned to handle this week's cash rate increase from the RBA according…
Why Felicity Harden is an eXp Realty icon
Brisbane’s Felicity Harden is the first real estate agent outside of the US and Canada to reach eXp…
Queensland vacancy rates hit record low levels
Vacancy rates across Queensland have dropped dramatically with several areas recording rates under 0.1 per cent.
Sunshine Coast trio launch boutique brand to capitalise on their reputation
A Sunshine Coast team of three to has capitalised on more than 40 years of real estate experience…
Ray White Surfers Paradise grows its leadership team
One of Australia’s most successful real estate agencies has added a new generation of leadership to ensure its…
Brisbane high performer returns to RE/MAX
Accomplished Brisbane agent Henry Wong has rejoined the RE/MAX network after an absence of less than two years.
Market Buy the next step in McGill’s successful career
It’s been a rapid rise to success for former architect Mark McGill who stumbled into real estate after…
REIQ calls for help for property managers
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) is calling for better support for property managers who are struggling…
QLD industrial market to remain strong despite flooding
Despite floods impacting a huge portion of south east Queensland, the roaring industrial property market is likely to…
How Antony Thompson grew his business 140 per cent in just one year
When Antony Thompson decided to go out on his own and launch Blac Property Group powered by UrbanX,…
How agencies are coping with losing management fees from flood-affected homes
Real estate agencies in flood-ravaged Northern NSW have urged others to set aside some profits every month, with…
East Coast floods to affect vacancy rates
The floods in Northern NSW could impinge on the state’s already tight vacancy rates according to industry experts.
Place Estate Agents open around the clock with Propic AI
Queensland's Place Estate Agents has joined forces with Australian real estate PropTech innovator, Propic, to use its Artificial…
25 years after bringing Harcourts to Australia, the Greens still love Brisbane
25 years ago, on the 4th March 1997, Mike and Irene Green opened the first four Harcourts' offices,…