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Younger Aussies shift the goalposts on homeownership, but agents still hold ground
As property prices continue to test buyers’ budgets, younger Australians are getting creative, embracing co-ownership, apartment living, and digital tools to get a foot on the ladder. But despite the shift in mindset, new research shows most people still prefer the guidance of a real estate professional when it comes time to buy or sell.
New listings surge in Sydney and Melbourne
Property listings across Australia have shown strong growth with national new listing volumes increasing 6.1 per cent in…
Reignite your passion for real estate: how to find motivation again
Real estate agents facing burnout can rediscover their passion through better support systems, higher commission structures, and improved…
Harcourts Greater Port Macquarie expands to Laurieton
Harcourts Greater Port Macquarie is proud to announce the opening of its new office in Laurieton, marking the…
Safe as houses?
As Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs trigger global market volatility, residential property emerges as a potential safe haven amid…
Australian retail vacancy rates decline as market shows resilience
Australia's retail property market continues to strengthen with vacancy rates falling to 4.7 per cent in December 2024,…
Australian home values spike 39 per cent over five years
National home values have climbed 39.1 per cent over the past five years, adding approximately $230,000 to the…
BresicWhitney’s new website reveal
BresicWhitney's new website, bw.com.au, showcases an intuitive, content-driven experience where properties take centre stage.
Put results first, leave excuses behind
Ray White's Upper North Shore team transformed a standard training program into a competitive bootcamp, maintaining market momentum…
Michael Wood named The Agency Victoria GM of Sales
The Agency has appointed highly acclaimed real estate professional Michael Wood, as General Manager of Sales at The…
Overseas demand for UK property hits record low
The number of international buyers registering to purchase residential property in the UK has fallen to its lowest…
US warehouse sector faces pressure amid trade tensions
Trade war concerns are sending shockwaves through the warehouse and logistics real estate sector in the US, with…
Western Sydney emerges as Australia’s leading industrial hub
Western Sydney's industrial market has made a strong start to 2025, boosting its position as Sydney's premier industrial…
Ray White Remuera recommits to Ray White network
Ray White's top international business, Ray White Remuera, has re-signed with the network for another term, marking their…
Evicting a tenant – can insurance step in?
Eviction is a legal minefield where one misstep can cost landlords thousands. While most property owners view their…
Why Simon Cohen’s teaming up with view.com.au to help the industry stay sharp
A month into his new role as Property Expert and Brand Ambassador for view.com.au, Simon Cohen says he’s…
Sardinian seafront villa sells for more than €160 million in record-breaking deal
A seafront estate on Sardinia’s exclusive Costa Smeralda has sold for more than €160 million (approximately AUD $267…
Aaron Booth joins Ray White One Group as Head of Growth
Ray White One Group has announced the addition of Aaron Booth as its Head of Growth, a strategic…
Adrian William merges with Viewey Real Estate
Adrian William have strengthened their foothold in the Inner City by merging with one of Newtown's leading boutique…
Japanese investors dominate Australian office market with $600m Sydney purchase
Japanese property investors continue to lead the Australian commercial property market with Daibiru Corporation acquiring a premium Sydney…
Could Brisbane overtake Sydney in house prices by 2029?
Brisbane’s property market is experiencing rapid growth — and some are now daring to ask the question: could…
Matt Christie joins Harcourts Property Centre
Former Mercedes-Benz executive Matt Christie has joined Harcourts Property Centre in Coorparoo, bringing over 30 years of sales…
DiJones expands with new office in Rhodes
Innovative real estate brand DiJones has opened a new office in Rhodes, marking its expansion into Sydney's North…
Terry Singh and Gary Verma open McGrath Craigieburn
McGrath Estate Agents continues its Victorian expansion with the opening of a new office in Craigieburn, led by…
Jellis Craig expands Monash presence with strategic office addition
Jellis Craig has strengthened its market dominance in Melbourne's eastern suburbs as the brand takes on a new…
Jackson Oram opens Coronis Mitchelton franchise
Jackson Oram has launched Coronis Mitchelton, the latest partnership franchise for the Coronis Group as the company continues…
The Agency achieves historic highest sales month ever
March marked a milestone for national real estate brand The Agency, delivering its highest monthly sales volume since…
Rental growth slows but landlords still hold the upper hand
Australia's rental market is showing signs of cooling with growth hitting a four-year low, though landlords remain firmly…
Peter Diamantidis and Shiv Nair launch Ray White United Group
Shiv Nair and Peter Diamantidis are on a mission with the launch of Ray White United Group.
Victor Paz and Kristy Clymo join the Harcourts network
After 22 years of operations, Victor Paz and Kristy Clymo have brought their team to the Harcourts network.
Calls to ease housing affordability pressures as property leaders back red tape reduction
Two of Australia’s leading property industry voices have thrown their support behind changes to lending and investment policy,…
Jake and Julian Rowe return to Ray White
Jake and Julian Rowe are headed back to Ray White to lead the new Manly office
More choice, flexibility and support ahead for agents, says REA Group
Agents can expect “more choice, more flexibility, more value than ever before” in 2025, with REA Group rolling…
Tariffs, trade and turmoil: how global uncertainty could shake up Australia’s housing market
A trade war might be unfolding on the other side of the globe, but its impact is hitting…
Housing market maintains growth momentum following February rate cut
The housing market has recorded its third consecutive month of price growth, with March data showing continued momentum…