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Two decades of market knowledge drives off-market Chatswood apartment sale
Century 21's Nicholas Armstrong-Smith converts two decades of building expertise into swift sale
Pre-Christmas bonus as Bondi Junction apartment settles in seven days on Christmas Eve
Nicholas Armstrong-Smith delivers lightning settlement for Newland Street, Bondi Junction vendors
Cannonvale family home sells in two days with no-price strategy
Whitsundays agent uses comparable sales to drive swift result above median
realestate.com.au takes centre court as Australian Open official real estate partner
Realestate.com.au becomes the Australian Open's Official Real Estate Partner in a strategic multi-year deal, uniting two national passions…
Victoria: housing and recovery support central to $19.5m bushfire assistance package
Emergency accommodation, recovery services and housing support form a key part of the $19.5 million bushfire assistance package…
Home prices hit new high as construction activity lifts in bid to ease supply pressures
National home prices edged to a new record in December, while a spike in apartment approvals in November…
Compass and Anywhere mega-merger closes after overwhelming shareholder approval
The $2.4 billion deal will create one of the biggest residential brokerage groups in the US, marking a…
Chris Akkawi’s 2026 Pledge: Adrian William Agent Commits $500 Per Sale to Local Charity
While most of Sydney prepares for festivities in homes filled with warmth and family, a sobering reality persists…
Urban Real Estate Expands into South-West Sydney with New Oran Park Office
Urban Real Estate has announced the opening of its newest office in Oran Park, further strengthening the group’s…
Why AML compliance isn’t just a big bank problem
As regulators take action against major institutions like Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, the message is clear: AML compliance…
Carey Smith appointed Joint Chairman of Ray White
Ray White Managing Director Dan White announced Carey Smith has joined Brian White as Joint Chairman of the…
Housing market tipped for steadier price growth in 2026
Australia’s housing market is expected to remain resilient next year, with price growth continuing at a more measured…
More value, more choice: 2025 year in review
REA Group Chief Customer and Commercial Officer Kul Singh reviews 2025, exploring technology change, customer collaboration, audience growth,…
Commercial property confidence shows a big regional divide
Investor confidence in Australia's commercial property market is creating a clear division between high-performing and struggling states, with…
First-home buyers maintain record market share in New Zealand
First-home buyers across New Zealand are capitalising on lower mortgage rates and below-peak property prices, maintaining a record…
First home buyer scheme drives $91,000 premium for Reedy Creek Townhouse
Targeted digital campaign generates 23 offers and almost six-figure price lift near Robina.
Australian housing market profitability reaches 20-year high
Australian residential property sellers experienced their highest profitability rate in over two decades during the September 2025 quarter,…
Harcourts Solutions and Foundation Surpass Fundraising Goal for Orange Sky
Harcourts Solutions and the Harcourts Foundation are thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of their second annual donation…
REMAX Australia welcome two key corporate team members
REMAX Australia has appointed two new key team members, recently welcoming Kristy Smith as Professional Development Manager and…
Barry Plant Warragul-Drouin makes major office acquisition
Barry Plant Warragul-Drouin is celebrating a landmark expansion with the acquisition of a well-established local competitor, instantly adding…
Andrew McCalman joins Besser+Co as Sales Manager & Licensed Estate Agent
Besser+Co has welcomed experienced Melbourne agent Andrew McCalman to the team, appointing him as Sales Manager and Licensed…
Industry leader Fiona Blayney announces PM/ONE 2026
Australia’s leading Property Management conference returns to Sydney in September 2026
12 risks of Christmas – insurance insights for agents
The festive season brings twelve heightened risks to rental properties, from rent arrears to bushfires, that can leave…
Property forecasts for 2026 point to uneven growth and shifting buyer priorities
Forecasts for 2026 suggest affordability, supply and housing type will matter more than broad market momentum
Harcourts Property Specialists unite to support Destiny Rescue
Victor Paz, Kristy Clymo, and the Harcourts Property Specialists team have officially pledged their support to Destiny Rescue,…
Google’s home listing trial signals a shift for online real estate platforms
The search giant’s move into property listings could reshape how buyers, agents and portals interact online
REIV board appoints Jacob Caine and Adrian Butera to lead the institute through 2026
The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) Board of Directors has reappointed respected industry leader Jacob Caine as…
Summer readiness for regional PMs: risks to watch for
Regional landlords face unique challenges as summer looms, with bushfires and storms posing greater threats than in urban…
Harcourts Prestige welcomes a new chapter, and they are headed North!
The team at Harcourts Prestige is growing with the opening Harcourts Prestige North as they look forward to…
Pulse Property announces acquisition of Strong Property – Gymea
Pulse Property has announced the acquisition of Strong Property - Gymea, continuing the company's strategic growth across the…
Robin McIlwain retires after five decades shaping Brisbane’s real estate
After an extraordinary 47-year career that has left an indelible mark on Queensland's real estate landscape, industry icon…
Has the spring selling season lost its edge in Sydney?
Why Sydney buyers and sellers acted on economic cues rather than the traditional Spring cycle.
Short-term rentals move beyond spare rooms as entire homes dominate
New AHURI research shows entire-home listings now outnumber hosted stays, marking a clear shift away from Airbnb’s original…
Home prices turn negative for first time since 2023
US home prices have declined year-over-year for the first time in over two years, according to new data…
Agent’s patient approach delivers $1.95m Randwick result well above market expectations
Innovative rent-first approach allows buyer to build emotional connection before $1.95m purchase