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Northern beaches agent delivers auction success for Italian vendors watching via FaceTime
Grant Matterson strategically times auction for overseas vendors, achieving above-reserve result via FaceTime
Truganina house sells $190,000 above median after previous agents fail to secure a buyer
Four-bedroom house achieves $860,000 through database strategy
Anywhere CEO Ryan Schneider exits after Compass acquisition
Former Realogy leader quietly departs with potential $67 million severance package as mega-merger creates real estate giant
Major bank warns the housing boom is ending for half of Australia
ANZ is predicting a market slowdown as the RBA admits rate cuts fuelled excess demand faster than expected.
Urban Real Estate appoints Katrina Tarrant as first CEO
The appointment signals the NSW independent group's shift from founder-led startup to scaled business as it eyes further…
Ray White Cottesloe | Mosman Park appoints Head of Sales
Ray White Cottesloe | Mosman Park has further bolstered its leadership bench with the appointment of Sean Gibson…
Blackshaw welcomes Louise Harget and team to Manuka Office
Blackshaw has strengthened its Canberra presence with the return of highly regarded agent Louise Harget, who rejoins the…
Knight Frank makes two key appointments to APAC team
Knight Frank has strengthened its Occupier Strategy & Solutions platform with two strategic appointments across the Asia Pacific…
Australian house prices rise 560 per cent over 25 years
New Propertyology research reveals property values grew from $210,000 to $1.18 million nationally, with 16 townships achieving 700…
How to become an auctioneer: Andy Reid on the skills that matter, how to practise, and what separates the best from the rest
What aspiring auctioneers need to understand before they ever call an auction
Harcourts Solutions launches new Alderley Office and expands rental portfolio
Harcourts Solutions is proud to announce its expansion with a new Alderley office, marking an important milestone in…
Rate hike signals slower gear for the housing market
The Reserve Bank has raised interest rates in response to stubborn inflation. Experts assess the impact on borrowing…
FOUNDIT welcomes Anthony Butler as Senior Buyer’s Agent, strengthening its expert network
Fast-growing property platform FOUNDIT has appointed Anthony Butler as a Senior Buyer’s Agent, further expanding its national network…
The Agency appoints Nicole MacGee as PM Head of Operations
Highly experienced real estate executive Nicole MacGee has returned to The Agency as the Property Management division’s Head of Operations…
Belle Property North Shore announces Patrick Lang as partner and principal
Belle Property is excited to announce the rebranding of its Lane Cove, Hunter’s Hill, Lindfield, Willoughby and Ryde…
Helen Politis achieves record price for ground floor apartment in Wynnum with a strategic auction pivot.
Strategic patience and a well-timed auction pivot deliver standout result for ground-floor bayside apartment
National home prices reach new record despite uneven growth
Home prices across Australia have hit a new record high despite signs of slowing growth in major markets,…
What drives people to sell?
Housing transactions follow complex patterns beyond price growth, with volumes swinging dramatically as financial conditions, confidence, and lending…
Months of buyer nurturing delivers $1.3m Yeppoon result
Agent matches family buyers to half-acre home before listing
House prices forecast to rise despite interest rate uncertainty
Australian house prices are expected to surge by 7.7 per cent this year, with growth momentum continuing into…
Industry leaders unite to redefine real estate excellence
Over 1000 of Australia's top real estate performers gathered at The One Conference in Brisbane to collaboratively bridge…
Josh Deluca returns to WA with CBRE appointment
Perth-born Josh Deluca has been appointed to a newly created Capital Markets role at CBRE's Western Australia Industrial…
Cunninghams expands partnership with three new appointments
Cunninghams has appointed three new Partners to its business as the agency continues its expansion across Sydney's Northern…
Smashing records with $5.9 billion in sales, redefining real estate excellence in 2025
@realty caps off a standout year with record sales, rapid network growth and thousands of five-star client reviews…
James Aroney joins Knight Frank’s NSW Capital Markets team
Knight Frank has appointed James Aroney as Partner, Institutional Sales, strengthening its New South Wales Capital Markets team.
Annette Swaine opens Professionals Innisfail
North Queensland businesswoman and former political candidate Annette Swaine has launched Professionals Innisfail, already selling two homes in…
REA Group appoints Gerard Connell as Executive General Manager, Sales
REA Group has welcomed Gerard Connell to the role of Executive General Manager, Sales. Gerard brings diverse international…
DiJones strengthens its Hills District presence with appointment of Dean Muriti
DiJones Real Estate has announced the appointment of Dean Muriti to its Castle Hill office, bringing more than…
Rental markets ease slightly, but pressure remains as vacancies stay below long-term norms
SQM Research data shows vacancy rates lifted slightly at year end, but most capital city rental markets remain…
Finalists named for REA’s 2025 Excellence Awards
REA has shortlisted 24 submission finalists across eight categories who are now in the running for a top…
Ben August: Strategy over sales in Cairns
In an industry where many still rely on charm, slogans or pressure tactics, Ben August has built a…
Ray White Buderim appoints experienced agent and auctioneer
Ray White Buderim has announced the appointment of experienced real estate agent and auctioneer Chantel Dielwert, further strengthening…
Agencies prioritise data ownership
Three-quarters of property professionals want to control their digital footprint, but advertising spend still flows to portals.
Housing market confidence strong but varies by state
Housing market confidence remains strong across Australia heading into 2026, despite growing economic challenges and affordability concerns that…
Linda Baker appointed first female President of REEF
Linda Baker has been appointed as the first female President of the Real Estate Employers' Federation (REEF) in…