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Harcourts Foundation partners with Backpack Bed for Homeless
The Harcourts Foundation has announced a new partnership with Backpack Bed for Homeless Inc to provide immediate relief for people sleeping unsheltered across Australia.
Real estate trio launch Century 21 Connect in Adelaide’s east
Jarrah Holmes, Param Baidwan, and Daniel Carrabs have opened a new Century 21 office in Campbelltown, marking their…
Daniel McMahon to lead Colliers Residential Sydney West expansion
Colliers Residential has established a dedicated base in Parramatta as part of its strategic expansion into Sydney's Western…
The Agency WA accelerates growth with three strategic corporate appointments
The Agency WA is pleased to announce it has recently made three key leadership appointments as part of…
It now costs $2.52 million to buy a luxury home
The entry price for luxury homes in Australia has surged to $2.52 million, marking a dramatic 72 per…
Dubai’s digital property play: What Australia’s agents should know
Dubai has made headlines after its first tokenised real estate offering was fully funded within a single day…
Harcourts Connections expands with three new offices in Moreton Bay region
Harcourts Connections is thrilled to announce the opening of three new offices, further strengthening its commitment to serving…
Queensland property market defies expectations with five-year growth
Queensland’s property market has delivered another solid quarter of growth, adding to a five-year stretch that has reshaped…
Propic launches world-first conversational voice AI for real estate listings
View Media Group's Propic has unveiled groundbreaking new features in its AI-powered platform Claire, marking a significant leap…
New Zealand property market remains sluggish
Property values across New Zealand edged down slightly in May, with mixed results across the country.
Residential land prices hit record high amid supply shortages
Residential land prices have surged to a new record high as sales volumes plummet to their lowest level…
Builders keep Oz economy standing – but for how long?
Australia’s economic engine is losing steam, but it’s the nation’s builders who are keeping it upright—for now.
Experienced Ray White team expands its Northern Beaches presence
Ray White Northern Beaches has acquired Ray White Palm Beach, marking a significant strategic milestone and the group's…
Jenny Magill launches her own boutique brand ‘Magill Country Real Estate’ with @realty
Long-time real estate professional Jenny Magill, who has been part of the @realty network since 2019, has taken…
Carmen Briggs honoured as Harcourts Hall of Fame inductee at 2025 International Awards
Harcourts International is delighted to announce Carmen Briggs as the newest inductee into the prestigious Harcourts Hall of…
Domain champions smarter, greener homes in new sustainability in property campaign
Domain's new sustainability campaign reveals energy-efficient homes are commanding premiums up to 75% higher, with features like solar…
Homeowners stick with banks as internal refinancing hits record high
A record number of Australian homeowners are choosing to refinance their loans with their existing banks rather than…
Office conversions fuel new housing supply in major US cities
The push to convert under-utilised office buildings into residential units is gaining momentum across the United States, with…
Australian housing market on track for million-dollar medians nationwide
Australia's housing market is experiencing unprecedented growth that could see most capital cities reach million-dollar median house prices…
Development site prices soar despite interest rate hikes
Development site prices have risen by more than 75 per cent since 2020 despite sharp interest rate increases,…
Australian home prices hit new record as interest rates fall
National home prices have reached a new record high, rising 0.39 per cent in May to mark the…
US housing market shifts in favour of buyers
The US housing market has entered a buyer's market phase with nearly 500,000 more sellers than buyers currently…
Michelle Bridges, hosts Jellis Craig’s annual Wellness Event
Leading Victorian property agency Jellis Craig has reaffirmed its commitment to employee wellbeing with a company-wide event dedicated…
Kathy Purcell’s rise in luxury real estate
For most real estate agents, it’s about selling an area, a location. But for Barry Plant Eastern Group’s…
BresicWhitney acquires top-performing Eastern Suburbs business
The acquisition of The Woollahra Group delivers long-term value and opportunity, with former Principal Randall Kemp also joining…
Remax Builds momentum in Victoria with launch of Remax Diamond
REMAX Australia's presence in Victoria is growing, with the announcement this week of a new Melbourne office, REMAX…
Sidekick launches free 21-day challenge to help property managers beat burnout
Sidekick launches a free 21-day challenge to combat the burnout crisis sweeping Australia's property management industry. Starting June…
Michael Sheikh opens Raine & Horne Waverley
Experienced local agent Michael Sheikh has launched Raine & Horne Waverley, servicing the prestigious Wheelers Hill and Glen…
Fontein Oversby joins Burgess Rawson as Asset Manager
Burgess Rawson has appointed Fontein Oversby as Asset Manager in Victoria, strengthening the company's growing property management division.
REIV Appoints Megan Mander as Chief Operating Officer
The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) has announced the appointment of Megan Mander as Chief Operating Officer.
Claire Wells to lead Belle Property Greater Springfield
Award-winning real estate professional Claire Wells will head Belle Property's newest office in Greater Springfield, bringing 17 years…
Justin Ferguson joins Raine & Horne Lower North Shore
Award-winning agent Justin Ferguson has joined Raine & Horne Lower North Shore, bringing over 35 years of experience…
Millennials buck trend with rising interest in homebuying despite mortgage rate pressures
While the broader US population remains hesitant about real estate transactions amid high mortgage rates, Millennials are showing…
Selling the dream: How travel perks are helping close prestige deals
“More than a home, it’s a passport”: ThirdHome gains ground in Australia and New Zealand luxury markets
Professionals Real Estate unveils complete transformation
Sean Hanneberry leads multi-million dollar rebrand and business overhaul as the group's new CEO.