International
Real estate trends and developments from global markets – what’s happening overseas and why it matters here.
Grand $17.5 million mansion with an epic saltwater aquarium goes up for sale near Manhattan
Just a 30-minute drive from the bustling heart of Manhattan lies Villa Paradiso, a Mediterranean-inspired mansion in Rumson, New Jersey, listed for a whopping $17.5 million.
First 3D-printed house in Wolf Ranch completed
The first house in the world's largest 3D-printed neighbourhood has just been completed.
When will movers return to the NZ market?
Owner-occupiers in New Zealand have been quiet over the past 12 months, with weak sentiment and higher interest…
New Zealand claim honours in Real Estate of Origin
The Kiwis have claimed bragging rights after Ray White’s 12th Real Estate of Origin, securing a huge 2498…
National Property Manager’s Day: Celebrating ‘the heart of every agency’
Kirsten Williams and Maree Chisnall have been named the Australian and New Zealand winners of MRI Software’s 1:1…
Florida law bans some international buyers
Certain groups of foreigners will no longer be able to purchase property in Florida in the US after…
NZ home sales record first annual increase in two years
After being battered by one of the sharpest tightening cycles in the world, there are signs that the…
Wealthy migrants flock to Australia for schools, lifestyle and financial safety
If you could live anywhere, where would it be? For the world’s wealthy, Australia is a top pick.
Dubai’s Marble Palace offers $204 million in opulence
Known for its opulence, Dubai has set a new benchmark, with the city's priciest home listed for a…
Sydney’s prime rental market hits new heights
A chronic undersupply of existing rental stock and low construction volumes have fuelled a surge in Sydney’s prime…
A silver lining in NZ’s soft property market: values rise in 128 suburbs
Soft property market conditions continue across New Zealand, but there is some positive price news, with more than…
Outlandish Oklahoma property looks normal on the outside but is vibrant on the inside
From the outside this unassuming Oklahoma property looks like your typical suburban, family home.
Unlocking the potential: Transform winners experience breakthroughs with AI and efficiency
Artificial Intelligence mastery, soaring productivity and a more purposeful, peaceful workday are just some of the improvements the…
Apple unveils groundbreaking spacial computer called Apple Vision Pro
Apple has introduced Apple Vision Pro, a groundbreaking device that seamlessly integrates digital content with the physical world,…
Are New Zealand’s interest rate hikes over?
The New Zealand Reserve Bank has shocked economic and property experts this week, raising the cash rate 0.25…
New Zealand homeowners feel the pain as loss-making resales spike
Properties reselling at a loss have reached a seven-year high in New Zealand as the impact of higher…
OpenAI’s ChatGPT Plus revolutionises user experience with 70+ powerful plugins
OpenAI has unleashed a suite of more than 70 third-party plugins for its ChatGPT Plus users to visualise…
Market downturn sees eXp World Holdings revenue and profits fall
eXp World Holdings, the parent company of virtual real estate brokerage eXp Realty, has announced its financial results…
Redfin joins the AI race – launches chat-based search plugin
The AI race is well and truly on in the US with real estate brokerage Redfin launching a…
Zillow launches ChatGPT plugin for seamless house hunting.
Buyers will no longer have to fall down the endless scroll hole when searching for a property in…
Technology and digitisation to disrupt 23 per cent of jobs
Almost one-quarter of jobs will be disrupted in the next five years, with technology and digitisation fuelling the…
Zillow CEO to be questioned in rival’s antitrust lawsuit
Seattle-based real estate platform, REX - Real Estate Exchange, has been granted permission to question Zillow Group Chief…
Discovering the power of saying ‘no’ and living in the present moment: a journey of hope and charity
Learning to appreciate the present moment, zeroing in on what’s truly important and not putting all of your…
House hunting just got smarter: AI Dream Home helps buyers bring their imaginations to life
US-based listings portal realtor.com has unveiled an innovative, AI-powered property search platform that allows buyers to render their…
Is the shine starting to come off Airbnb?
The lustre of the short-term rental platform, Airbnb is starting to wane with a new report showing superhosts…
Luxurious Bali apartment complex to feature world’s largest rooftop pool
A premium residential complex in Bali is set to create a new standard of luxury living, featuring the…
Interest rates and population growth lead to extreme property price swings
Falling interest rates, a rising population and demand for better-quality homes are some of the main reasons for…
The Aussie real estate magnates among Forbes’ top billionaires
Eight Australia real estate and property development magnates have made Forbes’ annual World Billionaires List for 2023.
Sydney ranks 6th for luxury property rental growth
Prime rents in Sydney surged 6.7 per cent in 2022, placing the city at number six on the…
New Zillow filter helps buyers stay on budget
US-based real estate marketplace Zillow has launched a new search tool that enables buyers to look for properties…
Ryan Serhant expands into six new markets
While other US brokerages have been cutting back amid a widespread market slowdown, celebrity agent Ryan Serhant has…
Tiny but mighty Auckland home goes to auction
Cute and compact, this tiny Auckland home was on-trend long before 'tiny homes' officially became cool.
Bombshell US court ruling could see agents forced to reimburse sellers
An explosive court ruling in the US has opened the door for potentially millions of sellers to seek…
New Zealand 3D prints a childcare centre
The southern hemisphere’s first commercial building featuring 3D printed concrete walls has been completed in Hamilton, New Zealand.