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Stamp duty slashed for off-the-plan property purchases in Victoria
The Victorian government has announced a significant reduction in stamp duty for off-the-plan apartments, units and townhouses in a bid to stimulate the housing market and address the state's housing crisis.
Auction clearance rates climb as buyer demand grows
On Saturday, 19 October 2024, Sydney recorded a clearance rate of 67% from 996 auctions listed.
Erin’s mission to revolutionise the apartment experience
Erin’s app simplifies apartment living by integrating rent, maintenance, digital keys, and more, enhancing tenant experiences.
US builders shift focus to condos and townhouses amid affordability crisis
Builders in the US are adapting to the ongoing housing affordability crisis by constructing more high-density homes according…
Employment surge means RBA might not slash rates
Australia's job market continues to show resilience, with employment rising significantly in September, and taking the pressure off…
Secrets of success: how regional agents thrive in real estate
More than 580 real estate professionals from across Australia and New Zealand participated in the first-ever virtual Regional…
Barry Plant’s Pinnacle Club Drive Day revs up
Get in the passenger seat with the Barry Plant’s Pinnacle Club Drive Day
Professionals hit $4.5 million milestone for breast cancer research
Real estate group Professionals has reached a significant philanthropic milestone, donating $4.5 million to the National Breast Cancer…
Raine & Horne’s anniversary book named finalist at Mumbrella Publish Awards
Raine & Horne's 140-year commemorative book has been recognised as a finalist for Custom Publication of the Year…
David Peterson takes helm of RWC Asset Management in Queensland
David Peterson has been appointed as the new head of RWC Asset Management (QLD), bringing over 15 years…
Farshad Kazazi takes over Harcourts Arundel office
Multi-talented businessman Farshad Kazazi has acquired and rebranded the former Harcourts Arundel office on the Gold Coast.
Nick Separovich joins Raine & Horne Lower North Shore
Award-winning agent Nick Separovich has joined Raine & Horne Lower North Shore, further strengthening the agency's rapidly expanding…
Ray White Macarthur Group welcomes Shafeel Haqad
Powerhouse agency in South Western Sydney, Ray White Macarthur Group has welcomed top agent Shafeel Haq to its…
Jackie and Jason Scott open Ray White Port Noarlunga
Experienced agents Jackie and Jason Scott have returned to Ray White, opening a new office in Port Noarlunga,…
Robin Johnston steps into CFO role at First National Real Estate
First National Real Estate has appointed Robin Johnston as its new Chief Financial Officer.
September vacancy rates drop again: tight conditions ahead for property managers
September brought some tough news for renters and property managers as vacancy rates fell for the third month…
Maxwell Scott Raine inducted into FCA Hall of Fame
The Franchise Council of Australia (FCA) has posthumously honoured Maxwell Scott Raine as the 2024 inductee into the…
Jack Gilchrist: putting the community first
When Jack Gilchrist started in real estate, he never imagined he'd become one of the top agents in…
Help on the way for first-home buyers
The Property Council of Australia is presenting policy ideas to the Government that will support homeownership for younger…
NZ construction costs inch up amid industry slowdown
Construction costs in New Zealand have shown a slight increase in the September quarter, despite an ongoing slowdown…
Rental vacancies rise slightly but crisis deepens in NSW
Residential rental vacancies have increased marginally across Sydney, but experts warn the rental crisis continues to worsen.
Opposition vows to scrap Victoria’s controversial ‘Airbnb tax’
The Victorian Opposition has pledged to repeal the state's contentious Short Stay Levy Bill if elected in 2026,…
Renters and homeowners are feeling more confident
Consumer confidence held steady this week, as both renters and homeowners started to feel better about the state…
Rising costs and short-term rentals are reshaping the housing market
Over 70% Australians who rent do so because they simply cannot afford to buy a home - a…
Construction industry collapse tightens the screws on home buyers
The Aussie dream of home ownership could be under threat as the construction sector faces an unprecedented crisis,…
Auction market lifts as spring heats up
The Australian property market has seen a sharp uptick in activity as spring selling season gains momentum according…
Taskforce Australia announced as Telstra Best of Business Awards Victorian State Winner
Taskforce Australia is delighted to announce that it has been named the Victorian State Winner for Outstanding Growth…
Navigating the new Privacy Bill: what real estate agents and businesses need to know
Discover the 2024 Privacy Bill changes, penalties, and how agencies can avoid breaches. Stay compliant with new privacy…
Could long-term leasing be a solution to Australia’s rental crisis?
Currently, around 31% of Australian households rent, a figure that is expected to increase in the coming years.…
Australian property market hits $11 trillion despite slowing growth
Australia's property market has reached a new milestone, with the total value of residential real estate surpassing $11…
RNBZ rate cuts to boost confidence
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s latest rate cut is set to boost market confidence and there is…
