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Interest rates on hold as RBA says economic outlook remains ‘uncertain’
The Reserve Bank of Australia has opted to keep interest rates on hold at 4.35 per cent at its March meeting, highlighting that the economic outlook remains uncertain, despite a recent drop in inflation.
NAR agrees to $418 million settlement in US commission case
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has agreed to a US$418 million legal agreement that could see agent…
Mike Mortlock and Cate Bakos join PIPA board
Mike Mortlock and Cate Bakos have joined the Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA) board and hope to…
Rachel Atkin named Harcourts Victoria property operations manager
Experienced property manager Rachel Atkin will help the group deliver industry-leading services across the state.
Buxton Real Estate moves into Bendigo
Buxton Real Estate is opening up a new office in Bendigo as the group reaches 32 offices across…
Benson Spong named head of performance for Ray White Queensland
Benson Spong will be focused on helping Ray White Queensland expand and innovate as the new Head of…
Richard Matthews Real Estate to launch a new office in the Hills District
Richard Matthews is opening a fourth office in Sydney’s Hills District as the team looks to bring their…
Penelope Rollston heads up First National Connect in New Zealand
First National Real Estate has opened a new office in Nelson, New Zealand with experienced principal Penelope Rollston…
First National Real Estate appoints David Edwards as CEO
First National Real Estate has appointed former Forty Winks Chief Executive Officer, David Edwards as its new CEO…
Busy start to 2024 with new listings surging in February
Capital city activity surged with the busiest February for new listings on realestate.com.au in over a decade, according…
Interest rates to stay on hold despite drop in inflation
Despite lower than expected inflation, economists don’t expect the Reserve Bank of Australia to cut interest rate before…
WA Rent Relief Program pays out $1 million in three months
Struggling WA renters have received more than $1 million as part of the State Government’s Rent Relief Program.
Richardson & Wrench scoop the pool at major awards night
Richardson & Wrench’s real estate network has swept the board in the 2024 RateMyAgent Awards, with its agents…
Distressed listings fall in all capital cities
The number of distressed listings has fallen substantially over the past year, as mortgage holders weather the interest…
Buyers given chance to assess a home’s climate risk on property portal
A major US property portal has given buyers the ability to assess prospective property purchases according to how…
Vacancy rates drop again to a record low 1.07 per cent
The rental crisis is showing no signs of easing just yet, with new data finding that the national…
Council takes legal action on what could be the world’s worst home
A UK council has taken legal action against a homeowner with a derelict property where vegetation grows inside.
Sail away to your own slice of paradise on Victor Island
If you’ve ever wanted to own an island in the Whitsundays, now is your chance with Victor Island…
National median house and unit prices continue to rise
National house prices have tipped over the $1 million mark after a strong quarter of growth right across…
One-in-four eastern state homes paid for with cash
More than $120 billion worth of property was purchased in Australia’s eastern states with cash in 2023.
Kylie Davis to guide REACH Australia 2024 cohort
PropTech expert Kylie Davis has been appointed as the Entrepreneur in Residence for the the REACH Australia and…
WA and Queensland renters in a world of pain
Western Australia and Queensland now lead the nation when it comes to rental hardship, according to the latest…
Angela Avgerinos returns to Laing+Simmons as head of network performance
Experienced real estate professional Angela Avgerinos is headed back to Laing+Simmons as the new Head of Network Performance,…
First National name their top performers in QLD
First National Real Estate has highlighted its best performers for the past 12 months, with Ryan McCann from…
Andrew Doyle returns to RWC Queensland
Mr Doyle will work across all facets of commercial property sales, with a particular focus on industrial asset…
Knight Frank appoints John-Paul Stichbury to the Living Sectors team
John-Paul Stichbury has been appointed Partner, Valuation & Advisory at Knight Frank Australia as the company aims to…
Ricardo Cappelletti and Bryce Pane launch AND Property
Ricardo Cappelletti and Bryce Pane have launched the new commercial agency AND Property, aiming to disrupt the industrial…
Raine & Horne expands into Denmark in WA
Raine & Horne has broadened its reach in Western Australia with a new office in the tourist hotspot…
Ray White launches new Caves Beach office
Troy McLennan and Ty Zink will head up the new Ray White Caves Beach office as they continue…
REIA names the finalists for National Awards for Excellence
The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has named the finalists for this year's National Awards for Excellence,…
Ray White Projects expands to the nation’s capital
Ray White Projects has launched in Canberra, ready to help market and sell some of the city's premium…
Burgess Rawson names Chelsea Anderson as senior assets manager
Accomplished centre manager, Chelsea Anderson has joined Burgess Rawson as Senior Assets Manager as the company aims to…
Ray White Silverdale expands its presence on the Hibiscus Coast
Ray White Silverdale has taken over another local agency as Glenn Carpenter and Craig Catley expand their presence…
First National Port Stephens resurrect the famous ‘Chopper Ball’ for charity
First National Port Stephens has relaunched the famous “Chopper Ball” and has raised $62,016 to help support the…
What sellers want in a real estate agent
Today’s sellers want a real estate agent that will work hard to get the best outcome for them…