International
Real estate trends and developments from global markets – what’s happening overseas and why it matters here.
Rental prices drop in Auckland and Wellington, offering relief for renters
New data from realestate.co.nz shows that rental prices have dropped in two of New Zealand’s largest cities, with Wellington seeing the biggest decline.
Dubai’s real estate boom reshapes the Gulf’s luxury market
Dubai’s property market continues its rapid expansion, with residential sales reaching AED 120 billion ($32.7 billion) in the…
US housing shortage reaches nearly 4 million homes
America is facing a critical housing shortage of 3.8 million homes, making homeownership increasingly unattainable for millions of…
Step inside Keira Knightley’s ‘Black Doves’ home
The grand Victorian villa that served as Keira Knightley’s on-screen home in the Netflix spy thriller Black Doves…
Rocket Companies to acquire Redfin in US$2.4 billion deal
Redfin has announced that it will be acquired by Rocket Companies in an all-stock transaction valued at $2.4…
Doubled income by breaking free from traditional constraints
For more than a decade, real estate agent Jarred Hancox found himself grappling with the constraints and pressures…
Hartford leads America’s hottest housing markets as buyers pay over asking
Hartford, Connecticut, has been named the hottest housing market in the U.S. for February, according to the latest…
Homes listed in late May sell for $5,600 more, says Zillow
A new Zillow analysis has found that timing is everything when selling a home. In the U.S, homes…
New Zealand property values show signs of recovery
Property values in New Zealand have returned to growth, signaling the end of 2024's mini downturn and suggesting…
Coalition announces FIRB overhaul
A Dutton Government would establish a taskforce to reform the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) and implement an…
Spain’s Foreign Buyer Tax sparks concerns cross Europe
Spain’s proposed 100% property tax on non-EU buyers has triggered fears that other European nations, including France, Greece,…
Douglas Elliman opens new California office
Douglas Elliman, one of the largest independent residential real estate brokerages in the United States, today announces its …
Keller Williams partners with Stone Point Capital, appoints Christopher Czarnecki as CEO
Keller Williams Realty, the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count, has announced a strategic partnership with…
Halsey lists historic Los Feliz home for US$5.5 million
Halsey has put her Spanish Colonial Revival estate in Los Feliz on the market for $5.5 million (AUD…
Five years on: how the pandemic transformed home buying in the US
Five years after the onset of the COVID pandemic, the US housing market looks significantly different. Home values…
Former Mafia Boss Paul Castellano’s Staten Island mansion is back on the market
A Staten Island mansion once owned by notorious mafia boss Paul Castellano has hit the market with a…
Floyd Mayweather expands real estate empire with US$402 million Manhattan purchase
Floyd Mayweather has unveiled his latest and most expensive real estate investment yet, acquiring 62 buildings in Manhattan…
Apartment rents cool in the US, but family homes stay pricey
Renters in the United States may find better deals on apartments this year, but those looking for single-family…
Check out Elvis Presley’s former Beverly Hills retreat with million-dollar views
A Beverly Hills home once owned by Elvis Presley has been listed for $24.5 million (AUD $37.3 million).
Apollo expands real estate reach with $2.3 billion acquisition of Bridge Investment Group
Apollo Global Management has announced a $2.3 billion (AUD) ($1.5 billion USD) all-stock acquisition of real estate investment…
Buying beats renting in Pittsburgh and Detroit
In a rare trend reversal, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Detroit, Michigan, have emerged as the only two US metro…
Dubai’s rapid growth brings housing strains
Dubai’s meteoric rise as a global hub has shown no signs of slowing down, but its booming real…
Ray White Remuera expand footprint solidifying market leadership
The powerhouse team behind Ray White Remuera, Megan Jaffe and Thomas Farmer, have expanded the reach even further…
Miami’s ultra-luxury market hits overdrive: US$100M+ listings are the new normal
From Miami Beach to Palm Beach, billionaire buyers are snapping up ultra-luxury estates, redefining the region’s real estate…
Historic London penthouse from ‘Oliver!’ is selling for $3.54 million
A stunning penthouse in a converted warehouse that once served as a backdrop for the 1968 Oscar-winning film…
New Orleans continues rebuilding 20 years after Hurricane Katrina
Nearly 20 years after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans is still repairing homes and reinforcing flood protection systems following…
Britney Spears’ former Beverly Hills home listed for $12.2 Million
A Beverly Hills mansion once owned by Britney Spears is back on the market with an asking price…
Renée Zellweger’s former California ranch Listed for sale
A sprawling Southern California estate once owned by Renée Zellweger has hit the market for $7.995 million (approximately…
UK student housing market sees record investment from real estate developers
Real estate developers are investing heavily in the UK student housing sector.
Andy Cohen drops $2 million off the price of his West Village, NY apartment
Bravo star Andy Cohen has reduced the asking price of his luxurious New York City duplex by $2…
Steve Wynn re-lists lavish Beverly Hills mansion for US$75 Million
Billionaire casino mogul Steve Wynn has put his Beverly Hills estate back on the market for US$75 million…
Property doubling myth partially true across New Zealand
The common belief that property prices double every decade has proven true for some New Zealand regions, while…
LJ Hooker’s brand reset to draw in new agents
LJ Hooker is hoping a bold new brand reset will attract fresh talent to the network, offering agents…
Kris Jenner lists iconic ‘Keeping Up With the Kardashians’ mansion
Kris Jenner is parting ways with her legendary Hidden Hills estate, listing the six-bedroom, eight-bathroom property for US$13.5…
Christie’s International Real Estate expands into Hong Kong
Christie’s International Real Estate has officially launched in Hong Kong, continuing its rapid expansion in East Asia.