Real Estate News
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“The future is AI and that future is now!” Antony Catalano, View Media Group (VMG) Executive Chairman
Propic unveils major AI feature release, as View Media Group expands its integrated tech ecosystem to give agents smarter tools, stronger leads, and a competitive edge.
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Brendon Heenan brings award-winning expertise to One Agency
One Agency Select Realty has announced that Mr Brendon Heenan, one of the Kapiti Coast's most distinguished and recognised real estate professionals, has joined its ranks.
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Sales agents are no longer moving for money
Why do agents really move? It’s a question agency leaders have debated for years, but new data from VREC suggests the answer may have changed. After two years of running a flat-fee agent brokering subscription program, VREC owner Taylor (TJ) Shepherd has uncovered clear trends showing that today’s agents are motivated by far more than commission splits. Based on conversations…
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Ben Singh returns to Harcourts as business owner of Harcourts Thrive
Harcourts has announced that Ben Singh has returned to the company as the new business owner of the newest Harcourts office Harcourts Thrive.
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‘Extend and pretend’: lenders tread water as commercial property values sink
Banks and landlords in the UK and Europe are locked in a waiting game, stretching loan terms and hoping the market turns before losses hit the balance sheet.
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National vacancy rate holds at 1.2%
SQM Research’s latest figures confirm the rental squeeze isn’t letting up, with national vacancies steady at 1.2% and supply falling in most capitals.
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Real estate faces a balancing act as economy rebounds: CommBank outlook to 2026
Cautious optimism returns as stable growth, steady prices and improving confidence set the tone for Australia’s 2025 property market.
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Australians still struggling with cost of living crisis
Despite government support and financial resilience, just 7 per cent of Australians believe the cost-of-living crisis has improved over the past year.
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Why Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone Matters — in Business and Beyond
Brady Marcs Buyers Advisory CEO and Founder Brady Yoshia will swap her buyers agent hat for a chef's apron to support Australians in need.
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UK house price growth slows to five-month low
British house prices recorded their weakest annual growth since April, rising just 1.3 per cent in the 12 months to September amid economic uncertainty and potential tax changes.
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Big ideas and bigger pants at the Barry Plant Leadership Conference 2025
This year, Barry Plant leaders, partners, business associates and their families came together in Phuket, Thailand, for an unforgettable week at the annual Barry Plant Leadership Conference.
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Manhattan office conversions rise as housing demand grows
Manhattan is experiencing a dramatic increase in office-to-apartment conversions, with twice as much space being transformed in 2024 compared to the previous year.
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Lane Cove tops Australia’s most liveable neighbourhoods list
Sydney's north shore council area of Lane Cove has been named Australia's most liveable neighbourhood in a comprehensive national study involving more than 27,000 Australians.
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Kolmeo and LendUs show agencies how to grow beyond traditional property management
Property management firms are reinventing their business models beyond traditional rent collection, combining enhanced customer experiences with new revenue streams. Platforms like Kolmeo Plus and LendUs are helping agencies offer mortgage services with cashback options, creating differentiation in a competitive market while making renting more rewarding for tenants who may never own
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Maid’s rooms rank among the UAE’s most searched home features
Forget location and price, UAE home seekers are now searching for something else. According to Property Finder’s latest data, maid’s rooms have become one of the most sought-after features in 2024–2025, signalling how residents’ priorities are changing as family structures and lifestyles evolve.
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Sydney renters facing mortgage stress without owning homes
Sydney tenants are now experiencing mortgage-level financial stress without even owning a home.
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Australia takes unwanted silver for weather losses and the property market is paying the price
Australia’s property market is facing mounting pressure as the cost of extreme weather continues to climb. New data from the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) reveals the nation has ranked second globally for weather-related losses over the past 45 years, behind only the United States. With insured damages nearing $2 billion in the past year alone, the findings highlight how…
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Andrew McCulloch named as Harcourts NSW CEO
Leading real estate network Harcourts has announced the appointment of Andrew McCulloch as Chief Executive Officer for New South Wales and ACT.
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REIV appoints Toby Balazs as Chief Executive Officer
The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) today announced the appointment of Toby Balazs as Chief Executive Officer, commencing 10 November 2025.
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How long does it really take to nurture and convert a property seller to list?
Most homeowners silently contemplate selling for 4-6 months before contacting an agent. Effective lead nurturing strategies, combining market reports, downloadable guides, and consistent communication—help real estate professionals stay top-of-mind throughout this extended decision journey.
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Harcourts Solutions inaugural golf day raises vital funds for Mitchelton Special School
Harcourts Solutions hosted its first-ever charity golf day recently, bringing together community members and business partners to raise much-needed funds for Mitchelton Special School.
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UK and Europe’s property sector struggles to keep pace with green transition
Commercial property owners in the UK and Europe face mounting pressure to slash carbon emissions from their buildings, but experts warn that current financial incentives, particularly so-called green loans, are too limited to drive large-scale change. Unclear regulation and modest lending discounts are slowing upgrades even as tenants increasingly favour energy-efficient spaces.
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Five regions ripe for small property development
Investors are strategically targeting specific regions for small property developments that offer strong capital growth potential and healthy cash flow returns in the coming years.
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Buyers downsize their blocks but not their homes as land shrinks across Australia
Australians are adjusting their housing expectations as land becomes scarcer and more expensive. New data shows that while block sizes have steadily declined over the past decade, homebuyers are holding firm on interior space, favouring well-designed houses on smaller parcels of land.
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