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Federal Budget addresses housing crisis but more action needed
The Albanese Government's pre-election budget has made positive steps toward addressing Australia's housing crisis, though experts suggest that more needs to be done.
Investor loans spike nationwide as NSW hits record high
Investor loans have jumped 22 per cent across Australia over the past year, more than tripling the growth…
Why maintenance at a rental is vital
It may not be your landlords’ favourite topic of conversation, but property maintenance is something that shouldn’t be…
Expansion sees new headquarters for The Agency Brisbane
The Agency Brisbane has opened its new headquarters in Fortitude Valley, representing a new era for the company.
Extell secures final Fifth Avenue lot for $265M AUD, plans $1.5B tower with Manhattan’s first IKEA
After a decade of strategic acquisitions, real estate heavyweight Extell Development Company has finalised its long-anticipated deal for…
Labor expands “Help to Buy” scheme to reach more homebuyers
The federal government will significantly expand its "Help to Buy" shared equity housing scheme in the Federal Budget,…
NSW ends No-Grounds Evictions: rental reform laws to begin in May
The Minns Labor Government has confirmed that major rental law reforms — including the end of no-grounds evictions…
Real estate women reset and recharge at Queensland event
Over 200 women from Queensland's real estate industry gathered at Brisbane's Cloudland for the Leading Ladies of Real…
Your Business Exit Isn’t the End — It’s Your Next Chapter
Most of us don't fancy thinking about stepping away from our businesses. It feels too far off, too…
Norway’s oil fund buys 25% stake in London’s Covent Garden for £570 Million
Norway’s sovereign wealth fund, the world’s largest at US$1.8 trillion, has acquired a 25 per cent stake in…
The Block winners Mitch & Mark list luxurious beach home
TV renovation stars Mitch and Mark have listed their meticulously transformed home in Sydney's Northern Beaches, marking their…
Harcourts Hillside joins the fight against melanoma
Harcourts Hillside will participate in the Melanoma March at Sydney's Rodd Park on March 23, honoring Demi Rapisarda,…
Justin Nickerson to auction 2025 House for Life
Award-winning auctioneer Justin Nickerson will take the stage to auction the 2025 House for Life on April 5,…
George Wilkinson joins Burgess Rawson Tasmania
Burgess Rawson has strengthened its Tasmanian team with the appointment of George Wilkinson as a Sales Executive.
Belle Property Northern Beaches creates region’s largest real estate network
Belle Property Northern Beaches has unified eight offices under a single ownership structure, creating the largest real estate…
Greg Allan joins Harcourts Solutions Group leadership team
Greg Allan has been appointed as Director & Business Owner at Harcourts Solutions Group, joining the leadership bench…
Greg Brydon appointed first General Manager of Apollo Auctions
Apollo Auctions, the largest independent real estate auction house in Australasia, has appointed Greg Brydon as its first-ever…
Andrew Friebe returns to Harcourts as Queensland CEO
Andrew Friebe has been appointed as the new CEO for Harcourts Queensland, returning to the brand after previously…
Nine in talks to sell Domain stake to US real estate giant
Media reports have suggested Nine Entertainment has entered negotiations to sell its controlling stake in Domain to US…
Victoria leads Australia’s population growth as housing shortfall looms
New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows Australia’s population grew by 484,000 people (1.8%) in…
Lagging construction might mean rent will rise in the US
Declining multifamily construction permits could lead to higher rent prices in major metros despite recent rent decreases.
Sonia Kruger sells Mosman mansion for nearly $20 Million
Gold Logie-winning TV presenter Sonia Kruger and her partner Craig McPherson have sold their stunning Mosman home for…
Rate wars could see borrowers opt for longer fixed terms
New Zealand borrowers may soon shift away from short-term fixed mortgages as banks engage in "rate wars" offering…
LJ Hooker calls for urgent housing action ahead of Federal Budget
Australia’s housing crisis is in the spotlight as LJ Hooker urges the Federal Government to fast-track solutions to…
REIV calls for tax reform to boost Victoria’s housing supply
The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) is urging the Victorian Government to implement property tax reforms to…
Elections don’t actually impact the property market
Contrary to popular belief, Federal elections have little effect on Australia's property market, according to new research.
Dar Global invests AUD$613 million in Saudi Arabia’s residential market
Luxury real estate developer Dar Global has made a significant move in Saudi Arabia’s booming property market, investing…
Rock icons and fine wine: Tallagandra Hill hits the market
A celebrity-favourite winery and events venue, which has hosted some of Australia’s biggest music legends, is now on…
Big wins for home sellers, but unit owners feel the pinch
Australian home sellers achieved record-breaking profits in the December 2024 quarter, with a median nominal gain of $306,000,…
View Media Group’s view.resi solution delivered a 27% increase in Open For Inspection attendees
Following the launch of View Media Group’s view.resi solution in late 2024, VMG has released the results from…
David Coombes opens third office in Boorowa
The market-leading team at Ray White Young and Ray White Harden in the South West Slopes region of…
Next step in business leads to alignment with RE/MAX
RE/MAX Australia has welcomed prominent business operators and community identities Jitendra and Sandy Deo to the network, as…
New York’s Woolworth mansion drops price to just under US$50 Million
A landmark Upper East Side townhouse, known as the Woolworth Mansion, has seen its asking price slashed by…
Trump’s tariffs push up construction costs for US developers
Real estate developers across the US are facing rising costs as President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs increase prices…
Brisbane and Gold Coast property markets bounce back after Cyclone Alfred
Just a week after Cyclone Alfred disrupted open homes and auctions, Brisbane and the Gold Coast real estate…