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Quality counts: European banks told to watch risky real estate loans
The European Central Bank is urging lenders to tread carefully, particularly when financing commercial properties in less desirable locations.
Mortgage stress rises but trust in brokers remains strong
One in three Australian borrowers is experiencing mortgage stress as interest rates and cost-of-living pressures continue to impact…
Perth leads Australia’s new wave of million-dollar suburbs
Perth is driving Australia's next wave of blue-chip real estate, contributing 22 of just 78 suburbs expected to…
Ray White fights back against homelessness
Ray White raised more than $75,000 (and counting) for Vinnies during the CEO Sleepout in June to help…
Ian Hazan and David Morris appointed to HIA leadership roles
Ian Hazan has been named National President of the Housing Industry Association (HIA), while David Morris steps into…
Knight Frank strengthens Capital Markets team with key appointments
Rob Sewell joins as Partner, National Head of Institutional Sales while Michael Kwok is promoted to Partner, National…
Kristina Barone joins Cushman & Wakefield as director of office leasing
Industry veteran Kristina Barone has been appointed as the new director of office leasing for Cushman & Wakefield's…
Jane and Samuel Schumann join Highland
Mother-and-son duo Jane and Samuel Schumann have merged their business with Highland, joining the Highland Double Bay Malouf…
Camp Quality families enjoy a day to remember thanks to the Harcourts Foundation
Camp Quality families facing the challenges of childhood cancer were treated to an unforgettable day on the iconic…
McGrath and Knight Frank open first dual-branded office in Tamworth
Burke & Smyth Real Estate Tamworth rebrands as McGrath Knight Frank Tamworth, combining two of Australia's strongest real…
Jack Wildermuth joins Knight Frank Australia’s student program
Brisbane Heat player Jack Wildermuth has joined Knight Frank Australia's commercial property team while continuing his cricket career…
Stop renting leads: How to own your customer data
The days of relying on expensive portals for buyer leads are numbered. “We’re already in the thick of…
Paying more tax? Here’s why that might be great news for your income
Real estate agents giving away half their commission can now keep up to 100% with @realty, potentially doubling…
Planning barriers adding months and millions to housing costs
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has revealed that barriers in the NSW planning system are costing homebuyers millions…
New home loans plummet to lowest level in two decades
Home loans for new builds have fallen to their lowest level in nearly 20 years, highlighting Australia's ongoing…
GST in the firing line: What a national tax overhaul could mean for property, pricing and profits
The Albanese government has cracked open the door to meaningful tax reform, and that’s big news for the…
Sydney soars, Perth nears $1m: Domain tips house prices to keep climbing
Australia’s housing market is set for another year of price growth, with Domain’s latest Price Forecast Report predicting…
New Zealand property market shows signs of recovery as sales activity strengthens
New Zealand's property market is showing clear signs of recovery with sales volumes exceeding average levels for the…
NBA luxury: Jim Pallotta lists $57 million estate with cinema, basketball court and a room full of Santas
Former Boston Celtics co-owner Jim Pallotta has listed his epic Weston, Massachusetts estate for USD $38 million (around…
London just beat every city on earth for property investment
Over the past decade, London has cemented itself as the undisputed global magnet for commercial property investment, drawing…
China’s home prices dip again in May, extending prolonged property slump
China’s property market remained under pressure in May, as fresh data showed home prices fell for a second…
Foreign investor exodus threatens Australia’s housing targets
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has warned that Australia is at risk of missing its target to build…
Industry Leader Fiona Blayney Launches PM/ONE: Australia’s Premier Property Management Conference
Two-day national event puts property management centre stage, recognising the profession's critical role in housing one-third of Australian…
Auction market rebounds after long weekend disruption
Australia’s auction market showed signs of renewed strength last week, with clearance rates and volumes rebounding after the…
Former Bath rugby player Iestyn Lewis poised to sell £750m property portfolio
Former Bath rugby player Iestyn Lewis is close to sealing a £750 million (AU$1.4 billion) deal to sell…
Unions NSW pushes for Airbnb levy to fund essential worker housing amid rental supply strain
Unions NSW is calling on the NSW Government to introduce a levy on short-term rental platforms like Airbnb,…
How smart agents protect their commission without cutting corners on marketing
In today's challenging real estate market, quality marketing isn't a luxury but essential for premium results. Agents who…
Brisbane homebuyers face $350,000 budget shortfall
Inner-city Brisbane homebuyers are facing a stark reality check with new research revealing a $350,000 gap between what…
NSW rental market remains in crisis as reforms take effect
The residential rental market in New South Wales continues to face severe challenges with vacancy rates hovering at…
Rate cuts back on the table: what Westpac’s surprise forecast means for real estate
After months of market uncertainty, real estate agents may finally have a new talking point for buyers on…
The Agency signs new two-year deal with Hawthorn Football Club
The Agency has extended its contract as official real estate partner of Hawthorn Football Club for a further…
Clients Confirm Sam Oborn’s Special Customer Care
Harcourts Adelaide Hills’ very own Sam Oborn has been awarded the top Customer Experience (CX) accolade at the…
Belle Property Northern Beaches delivers $250K in community sponsorships
Belle Property Northern Beaches has delivered more than $250,000 in community sponsorships this financial year through its unique…
Daniel Nestor leads Stockdale & Leggo’s return to Ballarat
Respected local agent Daniel Nestor has taken charge as principal and director of Stockdale & Leggo's new Ballarat…
Donna Alexander joins Burgess Rawson as Asset Manager
Experienced commercial property professional Donna Alexander has been appointed to Burgess Rawson's national team as an Asset Manager.