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Melbourne’s student housing reduced to “skeleton skyscrapers” amid international border closures

Border closures that stopped thousands of international students studying at Australian universities, has reportedly caused entire buildings to remain vacant, impacted on small businesses, and left self-funded retirees worried about how they will pay their mortgages. 

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Hangover from previous rental assistance could render new initiatives inadequate

REIACT has tentatively welcomed the announcement of rental assistance incentives for both residential and commercial tenancies.

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How has the current housing market coped with lockdown compared to 2020?

The past year saw remarkable levels of adaption in the real estate sector, according to CoreLogic. But are…

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First-home buyers flee as property prices continue to surge

First home buyer numbers have plummeted over July as the housing affordability crisis continues, according to REIA president…

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Lockdown not a predictor of low national vacancy rates

While national vacancy rates remain steadily low in August, capital cities have seen varying rates that are not…

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People Moves

Ray White Ashgrove welcomes new franchise owner Adam Downes

Real estate coach Adam Downes has just taken over the reins at Ray White Ashgrove. He has worked…

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Cooley partner David Holmes wins REIQ auctioneering competition

Cooley partner David Holmes recently won the annual auctioneering competition held by the Real Estate Institute of Queesland…

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Pet ownership has surged, but so has the number of animals being surrendered

Google Search data indicates more Australians are looking to adopt a dog as lockdowns continue, but shelters are…

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Dwelling approvals fall in three months to July but still higher than pre-COVID levels

Approvals to build new houses, apartments and residential dwelling has dropped by 13 per cent, according to the…

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New children’s book helps kids cope with the stress of moving

Real estate platform Zillow has published an e-book to help young children understand and cope with the stress…

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National home prices continue to rise but housing boom is slowly losing steam

Affordability constraints, rather than lockdowns, have slowed but not halted the rise in property values, according to the…

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Is the home and business lending surge about to slow down?

Finance broker Savvy has analysed the latest ABS lending indicators to uncover whether the increase in new loan…

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People Moves

CobdenHayson Lane Cove welcomes local agents Debbie Jepson and Robyn Mannix

Boutique agency network CobdenHayson have welcomed Debbie Jepson and Robyn Mannix to their Lane Cove team.

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Realtor has named Leslie Jordan as their new Chief Product Officer

US-based real estate platform Realtor.com has announced Leslie Jordan was appointed as their new Chief Product Officer (CPO).

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The Agency celebrates their second consecutive win of REIWA’s top large office award

The Agency has further established their position as a leader in Western Australia, taking home the coveted prize…

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CBA slashes interest rates in popular savings accounts

The Commonwealth Bank has announced another interest cut in savings accounts, which are set to benefit young people…

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Growth despite lockdown: New offices open in NSW and Victoria

New South Wales and Victorian agencies have had their fair share of struggles courtesy of recent lockdown restrictions,…

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Property inspections critical for the health of Victoria’s real estate sector

REIV has urged the Victorian Government to allow private one-on-one property inspections, as a part of lockdown measure…

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Celebrity Homes

Hollywood history: This Californian mansion was featured in The Godfather and The Bodyguard

It's one of California’s most historic and opulent mansions. Once a honeymoon love nest for Jack and Jackie Kennedy,…

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Accomplished agent Tamara Charlton returns to Richardson & Wrench

Tamara Charlton hasn't allowed ongoing Sydney lockdown limitations to hold her back from taking an exciting next step…

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Love Island twins team up with Ray White Cheltenham for The Block sale.

Former Love Island stars, Luke and Josh Packham, have joined forces with Ray White Cheltenham director, Kevin Chokshi,…

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WA real estate’s best celebrated at 2021 reiwa.com Awards Ball

The Real Estate Institute of Western Australia has celebrated the state's top agents at the 2021 reiwa.com Awards…

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Meet McGrath Brisbane’s top five performers

McGrath Estate Agents has assembled a team of elite performing agents in the competitive Brisbane property market,

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Atlas by LJ Hooker announces two new partners

Atlas by LJ Hooker has announced two new partners who will further lead the development and growth of…

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20-year analysis shows housing affordability continues to decline but rental affordability stable

The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has crunched the numbers and found housing affordability has been on…

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Openn Negotiation launches free private treaty solution

Online real estate sales platform, Openn Negotiation, has launched its private treaty solution – Openn Offers.

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REIV labels Commercial Tenancy Relief Scheme ‘lop-sided’

The Real Estate Institute of Victoria has lashed out at the State Government, stating they have again ignored…

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Melbourne withdrawals weigh heavily on auction clearance rate

Scheduled auction volumes might have increased this week, but with 64.3 per cent of all Melbourne auctions withdrawn,…

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The Agency confirms record revenue

The Agency has confirmed a record financial year, announcing revenue increased 39.36 per cent in 2020/21 to $58.38…