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Franchise News

Harcourts Mandurah takes on 36-hour treadmill challenge for Movember

The team at Harcourts Mandurah is once again stepping up to support men's health by taking part in a 36-hour non-stop treadmill challenge for Movember.

Industry News

Living by the water now costs 86 per cent more as scarcity pushes prices to new highs

McGrath data reveals coastal, river and harbourfront homes continue to outpace inland market performance.

People Moves

Dylan Balmforth appointed Director of People and Expansion at Coronis Group

Coronis Group has appointed Dylan Balmforth as Director of People and Expansion as the company continues its national…

People Moves

Rohullah Paykari expands LJ Hooker presence in Melbourne’s south-east

After five successful years with LJ Hooker Dandenong, Rohullah Paykari is expanding the network's reach with a second…

Supplier News

REA Group acquires real-time lifestyle data platform Neighbourlytics

REA Group acquires Neighbourlytics, an Australian data platform that reveals how people actually live in neighbourhoods beyond demographic…

Commercial

From core CBDs to fringe markets: Knight Frank maps Australia’s 2026 commercial upswing

Industrial and retail have led the rebound, but Knight Frank says office and secondary markets will join the…

People Moves

Sotheby’s International Realty officially expands into Melbourne and appoints new local CEO

Sotheby’s International Realty, the world’s most prestigious luxury real estate brand, has officially launched in Melbourne, appointing Mitch…

News

Saudi Arabia opens real estate market to foreign investors

Saudi Arabia will allow foreigners to buy and own property starting January 2026, marking a significant shift in…

Samuel's multi-channel approach secured four offers and an $850,000 result for a four-bedroom Dubbo family home with premium lifestyle features.
Agent Stories

Strategic marketing delivers four offers on Dubbo family home

Multi-channel campaign and targeted buyer outreach secure premium result for Darling Street property

Jason Bedwell attracted six registered bidders and 16 bids for a Norman Park unit, adding $57,000 through competitive auction bidding.
Agent Stories

Targeted marketing drives $57,000 in competitive bidding for Norman Park unit

Strategic buyer campaigns attract six bidders for two-bedroom apartment

News

Ray White leaders unite to bring the whole team

More than 80 Queensland business leaders from Cairns to Coolangatta gathered yesterday for the final Ray White Collective…

News

REIA welcomes new President Jacob Caine to lead property industry

The Real Estate Institute of Australia has appointed a new President and Board for 2026, positioning the organization…

Albert Sassoon negotiates $43 million off-market purchase of 1,400sqm Rose Bay development site, amalgamating three properties through strategic relationships.
Agent Stories

Pacific Property Buyers secures $43 million rose bay development site off-market

Albert Sassoon leverages eastern suburbs relationships to secure amalgamated site

Carl secured $1,361,000 for a Wonga Park family home after seven days using strategic Thursday launch timing and competitive positioning.
Agent Stories

Strategic Thursday launch drives four offers for Wonga Park home in seven days

Barry Plant agent uses Thursday launch timing to generate four offers above marketing range

Nicholas Armstrong-Smith secured the sale of a hotly contested Bondi retail shop that exceeded vendor expectations at $830,000.
Agent Stories

Bondi retail shop sells well after expressions of interest campaign

Multi-channel strategy delivers dream result for repeat vendor in competitive market

Industry News

APRA moves to cap high DTI lending as investor borrowing rises

Regulator introduces a 20 per cent cap on high DTI loans as investor borrowing begins to rise.

News

New homes are now more affordable than ever across the US

New homes are becoming increasingly competitive with existing homes as builders offer significant incentives and more competitive pricing…

Tony Nico and Michael Tringali's 66-day collaborative campaign delivers timely private treaty result for five-bedroom Russell Lea house.
Agent Stories

Collaborative turnaround secures Russell Lea family home

Targeted campaign combines local expertise for vendor-focused result

Lisa secured exchange in one week for a Belmont North house, generating 12 offers through comprehensive multi-channel marketing.
Agent Stories

Strategic campaign delivers dozen offers in competitive Belmont North market

Raine & Horne agent secures contract exchange within week through targeted marketing approach

Industry News

Queensland’s housing shortage keeps prices climbing

New quarterly data shows prices rising across Queensland as limited housing supply, strong investor activity and regional momentum…

Century 21 Armstrong-Smith secures $442,000 off-market studio sale in Bondi Junction through strategic database and social media marketing.
Agent Stories

Database marketing drives off-market studio sale in Bondi Junction

Century 21 agent secures studio sale without traditional marketing spend

News

Double win for BizCover in 2025 rising star awards

BizCover Sales Manager, Kate Bryant, (pictured), and Product Analyst, Pamela Minuto, have been presented with the Insurance Business…

News

Adrian William turns pink signboards into $31,729 for cancer support

Adrian William installs 61 pink signboards across October, donating $500 per campaign to Chris O'Brien Lifehouse.

News

Uri Ross: From local roots to real estate success in Nimbin

Uri Ross has leveraged his deep local connections and straightforward approach to build a thriving real estate business…

Industry News

Inflation rises to 3.8% as housing costs and electricity drive monthly CPI higher

Australia’s new Monthly CPI shows inflation lifting to 3.8 per cent in October, with housing costs, rising electricity…

News

LookingToSell: The Industry Tool Delivering High Intent Seller Leads for Agents

As Australia enters its next property cycle, LookingToSell (LTS) is reshaping how homeowners prepare for a move and…

Commercial

CBD office markets edge toward a 2026 rebound as supply tightens

Improving vacancy figures, limited supply and renewed institutional interest point to stronger conditions for prime CBD office assets…

International

NZ property resale gains fall to weakest level since 2013 as short hold periods drag outcomes

Latest Cotality NZ data shows resale gains easing as long hold periods and firm buyer expectations shape outcomes…

News

iD4me partners with REIP to deliver real-time property intelligence to agents

Data intelligence platform iD4me has announced a new partnership with Real Estate Industry Partners (REIP), a move that…

Industry News

Income-generating homes set to drive property values higher

Homes equipped with energy-generating technology could soon deliver financial returns to owners, potentially driving property values higher as…

News

Property Council welcomes boost to social and affordable housing

The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the third round of the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF), which…

News

More than half of US homes losing value despite long-term equity gains

More than half of American homes have lost value over the past year, reaching the highest level of…

News

Harcourts Premium Group celebrates grand opening in Adelaide’s most prestigious suburbs

Harcourts Premium Group has officially opened its doors, marking a significant new chapter for luxury real estate in…

News

Housing affordability hits record lows across Australia

Australia's housing affordability has reached unprecedented lows, with three of four key national indicators hitting record highs in…

Lake Macquarie house exceeds guide through database strategy. Image supplied
Agent Stories

Database strategy drives seven offers on Lake Macquarie family home

Four-bedroom house in Jewells attracts seven offers after comprehensive campaign