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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 ANZ-Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence Rating.
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…
Rachel Berry’s formula for real estate success
Rachel Berry, Equity Partner at Ray White Mt Eden in Auckland, has become a leading figure in New…
Granny flats take centre stage in SA’s housing market
South Australia’s housing crisis has reshaped homebuyers’ priorities, with granny flats now high on shopping lists as intergenerational…
NurtureCloud supercharges agent success
Ray White agents have a competitive advantage against the rest, and the group’s cutting edge sales management platform…
Real estate heavyweights spill on crushing 2025’s challenges and grabbing opportunities
From tackling social injustices to leveraging technology and maintaining balance, these industry leaders highlight the strategies that will…
Melbourne to lead housing growth as prices set to rise nationwide
Australian house prices are set to continue their upward trajectory, with Melbourne expected to lead major capitals with…
Lionel Messi opens his €223 million real estate portfolio to investors
Football icon Lionel Messi has taken a bold step off the pitch, listing his real estate investment trust…
Ray White donates 11,000 Christmas gifts
More than 350 Ray White offices across Australia and New Zealand came together to give back and support…
Matthew Jabs to lead Place Newmarket
Top performing agent Matthew Jabs will spearhead the Place Newmarket sales team as the office enters a new…
Mario Sultana joins Aurora Property
Award-winning Principal Mario Sultana and his team have joined Aurora Property as the group continues its expansion across…
McGrath St George South West Group expands with Sutherland Shire acquisition
Matthew King and Kieran Bresnahan have acquired three key McGrath offices in Sydney's Sutherland Shire, expanding their presence…
Belle Property expands with new Whitsundays office
Stephanie McWhirter and Adam Webster are set to lead Belle Property's newest office in the Whitsundays, bringing nearly…
Nick Moloney joins Place in Brisbane’s northside
Former Sydney commercial real estate business owner and multi-award winner Nick Moloney has joined Place Estate Agents as…
Top 50 Australian Residential Real Estate Industry Influencers 2024
What a year it's been for real estate - From AI-powered platforms reshaping the industry to market-shifting policy…
Brendan Langley: building success through community connection
When Brendan Langley walked into his first real estate induction, he was told only two people out of…
Tahlia Gabrielli expands into Robe and Penola
High-performing young gun principal Tahlia Gabrielli has expanded her Ray White business across the picturesque Limestone Coast region…
Industry calls for review of Queensland tenancy laws
Queensland's real estate sector is pushing for a comprehensive review of recent tenancy law changes, with concerns about…
Darwin and Melbourne the top property picks for 2025
A new report has identified some unexpected hotspots, with Darwin and Melbourne leading the way as top investment…
How real estate agents can thrive in 2025
With the real estate market in constant flux, agents face a choice: evolve or risk being left behind.…
Sydney’s affordable housing scheme set for major overhaul
The City of Sydney is pushing forward with significant changes to its affordable housing scheme, aimed at dramatically…
Houses outperform apartments in New Zealand
House prices have shown stronger growth compared to apartments over extended periods, with land value playing a crucial…
Mitchy Koper and Matthew Bell join Oliver Hume
Property services and funds management group Oliver Hume has expanded and enhanced its marketing and research teams with…
Study Reveals How Neighbourhood Upgrades Cut Crime
Targeted investments in struggling neighborhoods, like home repairs and new construction, can significantly reduce crime, according to a…
Glenn Hamilton steps into ownership at Ray White Redland Bay
Glenn Hamilton has grown his reach, taking over Ray White Redland Bay
Victorian tourist town sees surge in property listings but no rentals
The popular Victorian tourist town of Bright is experiencing a big surge in property listings, with 100 homes…
Government fast-tracks 5,000 new social homes in housing push
The Government has announced an accelerated second round of the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) to deliver 5,000…
Regional divides increase in 2024
The property market is experiencing differences in growth across the country, with some areas showing strong gains while…
Caroline Springs Office Joins Barry Plant
After starting as an independent office in 2003 and then becoming part of a major network in 2015,…
Property prices rise as markets shift
Property prices continue their upward trajectory with the national median house price reaching $1,050,370, marking a 6.2 per…