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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 billion, marking a significant shift in the real estate and mortgage industries.
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…
Victoria strengthens renter rights with new laws
Victoria has passed new laws strengthening renter protections, including a complete ban on ‘no reason’ evictions.
Australian agents in world ranking
RE/MAX LLC, the global real estate franchise company and subsidiary of RE/MAX Holdings, Inc., released its TOP 100…
A community focus for the Hills district
Seema Joshi, an experienced professional with a strong background in management accounting and a passion for real estate,…
Professionals Nowra celebrates 50-year milestone
Karl Poulton leads family business into its second generation as the agency marks half a century of service…
Douglas Elliman opens new San Diego office in Del Mar Village
Douglas Elliman has established a new office in Del Mar Village, expanding its presence in San Diego County's…
Henry Capel joins Belle Property Southern Highlands
Respected local principal Henry Capel and his team have joined forces with long-standing principal Debbie Pearce at Belle…
Homes listed in late May sell for $5,600 more, says Zillow
A new Zillow analysis has found that timing is everything when selling a home. In the U.S, homes…
New home approvals rise, signalling progress for housing supply
New home building approvals in Australia have reached their highest level since December 2022, offering some positive news…
Hope for housing affordability after RBA rate cut
Housing affordability in Australia might be at a record low, but the RBA rate cut suggests 2025 may…
iD4me unveils enhanced mobile platform for real estate agents, revolutionising on-the-go data access
Australian fast-growing PropTech company, a leading provider of residential contact data trusted by real estate professionals nationwide, is…
Jazz Real Estate Eview Group expands in Point Cook, elevating luxury market presence and team growth
In a bold move signaling unstoppable growth and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Jazz Real Estate Eview Group…
Regional migration trend started well before COVID
More Australians are moving from capital cities to regional areas in a long-term trend that began well before…
New Zealand property values show signs of recovery
Property values in New Zealand have returned to growth, signaling the end of 2024's mini downturn and suggesting…
Coalition announces FIRB overhaul
A Dutton Government would establish a taskforce to reform the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) and implement an…
Duo bring experience and community focus to Ray White Palmerston
Experienced real estate professionals Andrew Harding and Ryan Rowsell have teamed up to open Ray White Palmerston.
Queensland set to usher in the next wave of million-dollar suburbs
Queensland has emerged as the leading state in Australia's next wave of million-dollar suburbs, claiming four of the…
Spain’s Foreign Buyer Tax sparks concerns cross Europe
Spain’s proposed 100% property tax on non-EU buyers has triggered fears that other European nations, including France, Greece,…
Douglas Elliman opens new California office
Douglas Elliman, one of the largest independent residential real estate brokerages in the United States, today announces its …
REA Group invests in rural property data platform Agtuary
REA Group has announced it will acquire a minority stake in Agtuary, a platform specialising in rural property…
Keller Williams partners with Stone Point Capital, appoints Christopher Czarnecki as CEO
Keller Williams Realty, the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count, has announced a strategic partnership with…
Housing market rebounds as prices rise
After three months of decline, Australian home values increased by 0.3% in February, marking a reversal in the…
Halsey lists historic Los Feliz home for US$5.5 million
Halsey has put her Spanish Colonial Revival estate in Los Feliz on the market for $5.5 million (AUD…
RE/MAX Australia wins in high stakes
RE/MAX announces RE/MAX Australia as Region of the Year - Asia Pacific Region.
Five years on: how the pandemic transformed home buying in the US
Five years after the onset of the COVID pandemic, the US housing market looks significantly different. Home values…
Townsville leads regional Queensland in house price growth
Townsville is experiencing the fastest-growing house prices of any regional city in Queensland, following years of subdued market…
Home prices rebound in February amid interest rate cut
National home prices rose by 0.40% in February, reaching a new record and reversing recent minor declines.
Regional offices shine at Raine & Horne Queensland State Awards
Raine & Horne Gladstone and Raine & Horne Commercial Brisbane North took top honours at the Queensland State…
Matthew Hughes joins PIPA board of directors
Capital Property Advisory Managing Director Matthew Hughes has been elected to the Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA)…