International
Real estate trends and developments from global markets – what’s happening overseas and why it matters here.
Americans eye Canadian real estate as 2024 election heats up
With the 2024 US presidential election going down to the wire, there's been a marked increase in American interest in Canadian real estate.
NZ property market sees decade-high stock levels
Buyers are in the driver's seat in New Zealand as stock levels are at a ten-year high.
Japan’s abandoned homes spark viral trend yet pose investment risks
As Japan faces a growing number of abandoned homes, known as akiyas, content creators are finding viral fame…
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…
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…
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…
Build-to-Rent faces global challenges
The Build-to-Rent (BtR) sector in both the UK and Australia is playing an increasingly crucial role in addressing…
Australia urged to adopt European style co-operative housing to address rental crisis
Australia’s worsening rental affordability crisis has prompted calls for the government to explore co-operative housing models, a proven…
US builders shift focus to condos and townhouses amid affordability crisis
Builders in the US are adapting to the ongoing housing affordability crisis by constructing more high-density homes according…
NZ construction costs inch up amid industry slowdown
Construction costs in New Zealand have shown a slight increase in the September quarter, despite an ongoing slowdown…
Auction market lifts as spring heats up
The Australian property market has seen a sharp uptick in activity as spring selling season gains momentum according…
Could long-term leasing be a solution to Australia’s rental crisis?
Currently, around 31% of Australian households rent, a figure that is expected to increase in the coming years.…
DOJ sues RealPage over rent-pricing algorithm
The US Department of Justice and eight state attorneys general have filed an antitrust lawsuit against RealPage, accusing…
Townhouses drive New Zealand’s housing market transformation
New Zealand's housing landscape has undergone a significant shift, with townhouses emerging as a key driver of growth,…
NAR facing lawsuit over access to listing platform
Beleaguered NAR has been hit with another lawsuit, however, this time it’s aimed at the industry requiring agents…
Housing affordability remains challenging in New Zealand
Housing affordability in New Zealand continues to be strained despite weaker property prices and rising incomes.
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Mount Vernon Cemetery hits the market: 33,000 quiet tenants included
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New Zealand property profits plunge to lowest since 2015
The proportion of properties selling for a profit in New Zealand has hit its lowest level since 2015.
Townhouses surge: Transforming NZ’s housing landscape
Townhouses have become a significant growth component for the New Zealand housing market, making up almost half of…
Is Ryan Serhant still selling the world’s tallest penthouse?
Central Park Tower's priciest penthouse that was listed for US$250,000 with high-profile agent Ryan Serhant has been withdrawn…
European dream: Transforming a €1 Sicilian vacation home
In Europe, it’s not uncommon for small towns and villages to sell off old rundown properties for €1…
Gen AI leads McKinsey’s top tech trends for 2024
Despite the increased economic turbulence of 2023, investment in technology has shown resilience, with Generative AI leading the…
Sam Lewis heads up Ray White’s expansion into Vanuatu
Ray White is headed to the tropical paradise of Vanuatu, with the opening of a new office led…
New Zealand’s million-dollar suburbs face price pinch
The number of million-dollar suburbs is falling in New Zealand, with rapid price growth slowing considerably in recent…
The tiny homes made from ‘junk’
Overcoming the financial challenge of entering the property market has become more achievable with the rise of the…
Megan Jaffe brings Ray White back to Ponsonby
High-profile owner of Ray White Remuera, Megan Jaffe and her business partner Thomas Farmer, continue to build on…
Zillow, Redfin facing video privacy lawsuits
US-based, Zillow and Redfin are facing class action lawsuits over their alleged use of secret tracking pixels on…
10 things to know about the NZ property market right now
Regulatory change is a huge theme for housing at present, so in this environment CoreLogic's Chief Property Economist,…
US housing shortage rises to 4.5 million homes
The housing shortage in the US has grown to 4.5 million homes, with a pandemic construction boom unable…
Amazon to invest extra $1.4 billion in affordable housing
Amazon will invest an extra US$1.4 billion in its Housing Equity Fund, which is aimed at creating or…
Australian’s ‘thriving’ in life but stressed at work
Australians and New Zealanders have reported “thriving” in life despite many being stressed at work and actively looking…