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Ellen DeGeneres lists one of her last US homes following UK move
Ellen DeGeneres is continuing to shed her US real estate portfolio, putting one of her last remaining Montecito, California properties on the market for $5 million (approx. $7.6 million AUD).
Trillions in real estate at risk from natural disasters
Natural disasters are threatening trillions of dollars worth of residential real estate across the United States, with extreme…
Natalie Snooks: A family legacy in City Beach
For Natalie Snooks, real estate isn't just a career – it's a family tradition that spans multiple generations…
Five years on: COVID-19’s lasting impact on Australia’s housing market
Five years after COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, its influence on Australia’s housing market remains strong, with…
Direct Connect adds novated leases to service list in exciting partnership with Oly
Direct Connect prides itself on the quality of our connections. Our service partners are highly regarded in their…
Barry Plant’s International Women’s Day Lunch Spotlights Important Conversations
International Women’s Day is a time to listen to, learn from, and celebrate women.
High-performing local agent to open Ray White Pyes Pa
Ray White real estate expert Kale Kirk has made a significant mark on the industry after starting his…
Shay family celebrates 120 years of combined service at LJ Hooker
The Shay family has marked a remarkable milestone with all four members reaching 21 years of continuous service…
Harri Williams-Jones joins JLL’s Residential Project Sales team
JLL has appointed Harri Williams-Jones as Senior Director in its newly established Residential Project Sales and Marketing team…
Rental prices drop in Auckland and Wellington, offering relief for renters
New data from realestate.co.nz shows that rental prices have dropped in two of New Zealand’s largest cities, with…
Harcourts dominates at LVD Auctioneering World Championships
Mark McGoldrick from Harcourts Monarch Real Estate has claimed the Premier Division title at the prestigious LVD Auctioneering…
Housing taxes now account for half the cost of a new home
Government taxes and charges on new housing have doubled in some Australian cities over the past five years,…
Casey Woods joins Pezet Matheson as Head of Marketing & Operations
Casey Woods brings over 12 years of industry experience to one of the Gold Coast's leading project marketing…
Ray White Queensland teams up with Netball Queensland / Queensland Firebirds
Ray White Queensland today announced an exciting new partnership with Netball Queensland and the Queensland Firebirds.
Elders Lifestyle Group Announces Rebrand of 21 Offices Across NSW
Elders Lifestyle Group, a trusted name in property services, is excited to announce the rebranding of its 21…
Experienced trio take the helm of Ray White Drouin
Ray White Drouin is proud to announce a new chapter in its history, as long-standing team members Dale…
Could this happen to you? A $238K lesson in insurance protection
Working in real estate means juggling two equally important responsibilities—selling properties and running a business.
New homes require smaller mortgages in five states
Homebuyers in five Australian states are taking out smaller mortgages for new homes than for established properties, challenging…
Renovations add value, but not as much as you think
Homeowners considering renovations can expect to make back at least their costs, but several other factors impact the…
Dubai’s real estate boom reshapes the Gulf’s luxury market
Dubai’s property market continues its rapid expansion, with residential sales reaching AED 120 billion ($32.7 billion) in the…
Pulse Property Agents launches elite training program for aspiring agents
Pulse Property Agents is proud to introduce its Centre of Excellence, a hands-on training initiative designed to develop…
BDM Summit & PM Summit 2025 – How Two Industry Leaders Created the Events That Changed the Game
When Sarah Cincotta, founder of RISE with Sarah Cincotta, and Hermione Gardiner, founder of Sidekick Coaching and Consulting,…
Property market gains momentum as new listings spike in February
Australia’s property market showed renewed momentum in February, with new listings rising across major capital cities and auction…
US housing shortage reaches nearly 4 million homes
America is facing a critical housing shortage of 3.8 million homes, making homeownership increasingly unattainable for millions of…
Ray White Queensland welcomes Jett Templeton
Ray White Queensland is pleased to announce that experienced auctioneer Jett Templeton has joined the corporate team as…
Step inside Keira Knightley’s ‘Black Doves’ home
The grand Victorian villa that served as Keira Knightley’s on-screen home in the Netflix spy thriller Black Doves…
REACH Australia & New Zealand unveils 2025 cohort: six trailblazing companies set to transform real estate
Second Century Ventures, the venture capital arm of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), proudly announces the 2025…
Rocket Companies to acquire Redfin in US$2.4 billion deal
Redfin has announced that it will be acquired by Rocket Companies in an all-stock transaction valued at $2.4…
Doubled income by breaking free from traditional constraints
For more than a decade, real estate agent Jarred Hancox found himself grappling with the constraints and pressures…
High-end property markets signal broader recovery ahead
Australia's premium property markets are showing strong signs of recovery, potentially signaling a broader market turnaround according to…
Rental affordability hits record low across Australia
Rental affordability in Australia has deteriorated to its worst level since records began in 2008, with median-income households…
Sydney among world’s most expensive luxury property markets
Sydney has secured its position as one of the world's most expensive luxury property markets, ranking 11th globally…
Hartford leads America’s hottest housing markets as buyers pay over asking
Hartford, Connecticut, has been named the hottest housing market in the U.S. for February, according to the latest…