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The overlooked home details that can derail a purchase
Agents are being urged to remind buyers about simple but often forgotten pre-purchase checks that can prevent major issues later.
New home sales lift to highest levels in three years
New detached home sales have reached their highest level in almost three years, with the Housing Industry Association…
Karen Turner: A top agent’s journey to boutique brand success
In 2018, seasoned Terry Hills agent Karen Turner made a bold decision to join the @realty network. She…
Lauren Wild: Building success through community connections
Lauren Wild has always understood the power of community, and it's this approach that has helped her build…
Pro golfer Pat Perez lists luxury Arizona mansion for US$10.9 million
Professional golfer Pat Perez is selling his extensively renovated Scottsdale mansion, featuring a custom-designed sneaker room that once…
NZ property sales strengthen while high listings keep prices in check
Property sales activity in New Zealand has continued to strengthen, with volumes holding above average levels for the…
NSW launches $1 housing designs with 10-day approvals
The NSW Government has released $1 architect-designed housing templates with a ten-day approval process to boost supply and…
Housing activity picks up pace
Australia’s home building sector is showing signs of life, with new dwelling commencements hitting their highest level in…
Unlocking peak performance: Can a real estate coach really help you list and sell more?
@realty has appointed a full-time in-house performance coach to help agents stay consistent, focused, and results-driven in any…
‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ star lists charming NYC apartment
After four years in their Gramercy Park “oasis,” actor Elan Zafir and his family are saying goodbye to…
Belle Property strengthens foothold in Broome with new commercial office
Australia’s leading lifestyle real estate brand, Belle Property, is thrilled to announce it is increasing its real estate…
UK government plans to ban ‘Upward-Only’ rent reviews in new commercial leases
The UK government has proposed a major shift in commercial leasing, moving to ban upward-only rent reviews in…
RBA proposes ban on card surcharges, lower merchant fees: what it could mean for real estate businesses
The Reserve Bank of Australia is proposing sweeping changes to the way card payments are handled in Australia…
Renters willing to pay more for energy-efficient homes
Australian renters are open to paying higher rent for energy-efficient features despite facing significant barriers to adoption, according…
Reapit rebrand brings real estate agency technology together in one platform
One login. One end-to-end ecosystem. One platform to power smarter growth for all agencies.
Modular construction emerges as solution to Australia’s housing cost crisis
Modular construction methods could significantly reduce building costs and timeframes as Australia grapples with ongoing housing affordability challenges,…
UK country house market sees uptick as prices fall
Sales of expensive country houses in the UK are showing signs of recovery as lower prices tempt buyers…
BresicWhitney welcomes experienced Eastern Suburbs agent Clay Brodie
BresicWhitney is proud to welcome established sales agent Clay Brodie, as it continues its strategic expansion across Sydney’s…
Saudis back billion-dollar skyscraper near Central Park as foreign investors flock back to NYC
Saudi Arabia’s powerful government-backed Public Investment Fund is making a major move into Manhattan real estate, teaming up…
The affordable suburbs delivering investors up to $170k gains in one year
Aitkenvale in Townsville emerged as the standout performer among affordable suburbs that delivered investors substantial capital gains over…
Brisbane officially joins the million dollar club
Brisbane’s median house value has officially topped $1 million, driven by rapid population growth, interstate migration, and tight…
Harcourts The Property People celebrates another outstanding real estate agency win
Harcourts The Property People has once again proven why they remain a standout in the Macarthur region, taking…
Construction costs rise modestly in New Zealand
New Zealand's residential construction costs have increased slightly, with the latest Cordell Construction Cost Index (CCCI) showing a…
Uninsured tenants: A risk that is worth a conversation
While landlord insurance is essential for property professionals, tenant insurance remains overlooked despite its critical benefits. Beyond protecting…
Household spending shows signs of recovery despite consumer caution
Household spending is gradually improving but the recovery remains fragile as consumers continue to be deliberate with their…
NZ rental prices fall again
Rental prices across much of New Zealand are falling, with new figures from realestate.co.nz showing the national average…
US private listings strategy could lead to industry “Armageddon,” warns NextHome CEO
The US real estate industry faces three potential futures as the debate over private listings intensifies, with one…
91 per cent of staff recommend The Agency as a great place to work in national engagement survey
National real estate brand The Agency has been recognised as a standout workplace, following the results of its…
Tanya Mungomery opens Belle Property Buderim
Local real estate expert Tanya Mungomery has launched Belle Property Buderim on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, bringing 15 years…
Marcus Muir appointed Head Auctioneer for McGrath Queensland
McGrath Estate Agents has appointed Marcus Muir as Head Auctioneer for Queensland as the company responds to surging…
Frazer Yule and Daniel Clyde-Smith join Laing+Simmons Armidale ownership
Two long-term sales team members have taken ownership stakes in the award-winning Laing+Simmons Armidale office following a record…
Trent Pool launches McGrath Merimbula
McGrath Estate Agents has expanded its New South Wales South Coast presence with experienced agent Trent Pool opening…
Ashish and Swapnil Nanda open Laing+Simmons Angel Group
Family business transitions from independent operation to strengthen Laing+Simmons brand presence in key Sydney growth corridor.
Henry Robertson joins Cushman & Wakefield’s Investment Sales team
Cushman & Wakefield has appointed Henry Robertson as Executive – Investment Sales, bolstering its Investment Sales team in…
Nearly half of Australian suburbs at record highs as property market upswing broadens
Fresh data from Cotality shows a growing number of suburbs hitting new price peaks, with Queensland and WA…