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Michael Sheikh opens Raine & Horne Waverley
Experienced local agent Michael Sheikh has launched Raine & Horne Waverley, servicing the prestigious Wheelers Hill and Glen Waverley markets in Melbourne's east.
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.
Vennu wins 2025 Top of the Props pitch battle
Seven PropTech startups from across Australia and New Zealand went head-to-head in a live pitch battle on the…
RBNZ cuts rates again
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has cut the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by 25 basis points to…
Auction activity surges ahead of King’s Birthday long weekend
Capital city auction volumes are set to reach their third highest level this year with 2,816 homes scheduled…
Award-winning team joins Ray White in major west Auckland expansion
Ray White New Zealand is proud to welcome award-winning real estate leaders Paul Vujnovich and Trish Adams, along…
REIWA chief executive Cath Hart steps down after three years
Cath Hart has announced her resignation as chief executive of the Real Estate Institute of Western Australia (REIWA)…
Energy-Efficient homes prove a hot commodity in 2025, fetching up to 14.5% more
As households contend with escalating living costs and energy bills, new research from Domain reveals that energy-efficient homes…
Real estate expert takes next step in career at Ray White Palm Beach
A decade after launching his real estate career, Troy Fitzgerald has stepped into business ownership, alongside the Malan…
Jellis Craig Geelong buys out Hayden Real Estate Geelong
Jellis Craig Geelong has purchased Hayden Real Estate Geelong, making it the region’s biggest property management firm.
Labor’s super tax could force SMSF property investors to sell
Labor's proposed superannuation tax on balances over $3 million could create significant challenges for Australians holding residential investment…
EOFY insurance check: Are you prepared?
As EOFY approaches, real estate agents should review their business insurance policies to ensure adequate protection against industry-specific…
Homely’s latest marketing campaign supports better results for agents and vendors
As real estate professionals navigate a dynamic and often costly advertising environment, Homely reaffirms its commitment to providing…
New home sales surge following interest rate cut
New home sales have jumped to their highest level in 12 months, signalling a potential recovery in the…
Houses outperform owner incomes as property market shifts
Australian houses have quietly outperformed their owners' earning capacity over the past year, with property values increasing more…
Global trade wars create unexpected property boom for Australia
Global trade tensions and tariffs are expected to create a property boom in Australia as redirected Chinese goods…
How real estate agents are using personality-driven AI to outpace the robots
Real estate agents can combat AI replacement by leveraging human connection and personality-driven strategies, using custom chatbots to…
Australia 2035: migration, density and climate risk will reshape the future
Australia's property market by 2035 will be shaped by significant migration from India, urban densification, and climate risk.…
How Edward Pack reclaimed pride and performance in real estate
Edward Pack transformed his real estate career by committing fully, eliminating backup plans, acquiring extensive knowledge, and maintaining…
Harcourts Phillis launches as new family-led real estate business in Whyalla
Acclaimed local real estate professional Whitney Phillis, alongside her husband Sonny, is proud to announce the launch of…
Property expert has Advantage on the Gold Coast
With more than two decades of experience in the central Gold Coast property market, property expert Jordan Thams…
Meet the billion-dollar real estate agent
Clayton Orrigo doesn’t fit the mould. No designer suits. No keynote reels. No cold calling. Yet his team…
Tony O’Doherty’s early obsession led to burnout, but it also revealed the 30:1 formula for long-term real estate success
Tony O'Doherty, Principal of McGrath Bulimba and Brisbane’s top-ranked agent on RateMyAgent, shares the 30:1 rule behind his…
From terminal illness to top of the luxury market: Mauricio Umansky’s playbook for becoming the 1%
Mauricio Umansky was born blind in one eye with a rare blood disease and odds stacked fifty thousand…
Tim Grover: “You are in the business of rejection … embrace it”
If you can't handle rejection - you're in the wrong job. Tim Grover, the high-performance strategist who coached…
No shortcut through fear: A big wave surfer’s lesson for real estate agents
A decade searching for shortcuts taught one surfer the hard truth about overcoming fear - and it applies…
The Real Estate Agent Who Went Through Five Assistants in One Year
Adrian Oddi, a successful real estate agent, faced burnout and health issues after years of high sales. Following…
Oliver Lavers: The $906 Coffee and Other Expensive Mistakes
Thirteen years ago, Oliver Lavers was earning just $40K a year, borrowing money to get around, and ready…
Instagram Queen: The Real Estate Agent Who Built an $800 Million Empire One Post at a Time
Lana Samuels transformed her Instagram into a powerful marketing tool, generating over $800 million in sales. By treating…