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Super access plan aims to boost home ownership
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has thrown its support behind a new Coalition proposal that would allow first home buyers to access up to $50,000 of their superannuation to purchase a home.
Coastal suburbs see dramatic price growth across Australia
Australian coastal property markets have seen exceptional growth over the past five years, with premium locations in capital…
Gucci owner Kering secures $1.3 Billion in strategic Paris property sale
Luxury giant Kering, owner of brands like Gucci and Saint Laurent, has announced the sale of 60% stakes…
Take a peak into Hayden Panettiere’s childhood home in exclusive New York enclave
A charming residence in Palisades, NY, once home to actress Hayden Panettiere, is now on the market.
Domain’s December 2024 House Price report: insights across Australia’s capital cities
Australia’s property market experienced a mix of resilience and deceleration in the final quarter of 2024, as revealed…
Housing industry demands urgent action on supply crisis
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is pushing for bold action to address Australia's housing crisis, as the country…
From Cluttered to Clear: How Matterport’s Latest Tools Transform Property Presentations
This is part one of a four-part series examining Matterport's latest releases and their impact on property marketing.…
Todd and Danielle Utley join The Agency WA
Todd and Danielle Utley, esteemed real estate professionals with over 20 years of experience, have joined The Agency…
TikTok ban looms in the US
The January 19 deadline for the US anticipated ban on TikTok and its China-based owner ByteDance is fast…
Matt Payne joins Ray White Upper North Shore
The Ray White Upper North Shore team has started the year strongly, with Matt Payne joining the leading…
Marko Maric Joins Pulse Property Agents
Pulse Property Agents is thrilled to announce that Marko Maric, an esteemed and highly successful real estate professional,…
Michael Bacon: From country boy to co-director at 26
Michael Bacon's rapid rise in real estate comes down to his self-belief and authenticity, having gone from a…
Underpayment laws you need to know about for 2025
New rules mean underpaying employees – whether it’s forgetting overtime, missing penalty rates, or skipping super – could…
Rental growth “well and truly passed the peak”
The Australian rental market is showing clear signs of cooling, with national rental growth dropping to just 4.8…
International schools fuel global property hotspots
International schools are becoming key drivers of global property markets as affluent families prioritise premium education alongside lifestyle…
Francine Setchell thrives with @realty
Francine Setchell, Gold Coast real estate agent, joined @realty in 2019, selling over 200 properties.
Top Home and AI Tech Innovations from CES 2025
I spent hours reading about the latest tech from CES 2025, and now I can't stop thinking about…
New partnership fuels growth for Ray White Epsom
Ray White Epsom, a longstanding and respected name in Auckland's real estate landscape, has announced Ray White Ellerslie…
Bec Turner: signing 1600 managements in 4.5 years
Starting as a 17-year-old receptionist, Bec Turner has transformed herself into one of Ray White AKG's most successful…
Gen X overtakes Baby Boomers in property wealth, according to KPMG report
A new analysis by KPMG reveals that Gen X has now surpassed Baby Boomers in property and share…
What tenancy law changes mean for agents
Over the past few years, state and territory governments have been busy reforming tenancy legislation.
NZ property market closed 2024 with fresh opportunities despite December lows
The New Zealand property market experienced a subdued close to 2024, with realestate.co.nz reporting record lows across key…
The view from the Hills: how Chris and Candice Hill made it to the top
"Much like a successful marriage, running a thriving business requires a partner who is trustworthy, hardworking, and brilliant."
How climate risks are reshaping real estate
As climate change intensifies natural disasters, homebuyers in Australia and the US are increasingly weighing climate risks alongside…
New home building activity shows signs of recovery
Australia's new home building market continues to show improvement, with building approvals data highlighting a moderate-paced recovery for…
Calls for RBA to ease interest rates
The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) show a modest annual…
Rent growth slows to lowest rate since 2021
The Australian rental market is showing signs of relief for tenants, with rents growing at their slowest pace…
Ivana Trump’s lavish NYC townhouse still on the market for $30.3 million
The opulent Manhattan townhouse that once belonged to Ivana Trump remains on the market more than two years…
Consumer confidence kicks off 2025 with a boost
Consumer confidence surged in the first week of 2025, rising 3.6 points to 87.5 according to the latest…
Billionaires retreat from London’s ‘super-prime’ market
London’s super-prime property market experienced a downturn in 2024, with billionaire buyers pulling back amid economic and political…
Pulse Property Agents Expands to Cronulla with new office and welcomes the Luxe Real Estate Agents Team
Following the recent opening of their second office in Sutherland, Pulse Property Agents is excited to announce their…
Private equity bets big on UK rental market
Private equity firms and pension funds are ramping up their investments in the UK rental market, with a…
Raine & Horne appoints Chris Nicholl as CEO to lead next phase of growth
The move comes after a standout year of growth, including a significant brand refresh and an expansion into…
Bill Murray’s historic home hits the market
The Yellow House, a storied property once owned by actor and comedian Bill Murray, has been listed for…
National home values record first decline in almost two years
CoreLogic’s Home Value Index (HVI) ended 2024 with its first national decline in nearly two years, dropping by…