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Renovations add value, but not as much as you think
Homeowners considering renovations can expect to make back at least their costs, but several other factors impact the actual value added to properties.
Dubai’s real estate boom reshapes the Gulf’s luxury market
Dubai’s property market continues its rapid expansion, with residential sales reaching AED 120 billion ($32.7 billion) in the…
Pulse Property Agents launches elite training program for aspiring agents
Pulse Property Agents is proud to introduce its Centre of Excellence, a hands-on training initiative designed to develop…
BDM Summit & PM Summit 2025 – How Two Industry Leaders Created the Events That Changed the Game
When Sarah Cincotta, founder of RISE with Sarah Cincotta, and Hermione Gardiner, founder of Sidekick Coaching and Consulting,…
Property market gains momentum as new listings spike in February
Australia’s property market showed renewed momentum in February, with new listings rising across major capital cities and auction…
US housing shortage reaches nearly 4 million homes
America is facing a critical housing shortage of 3.8 million homes, making homeownership increasingly unattainable for millions of…
Ray White Queensland welcomes Jett Templeton
Ray White Queensland is pleased to announce that experienced auctioneer Jett Templeton has joined the corporate team as…
Step inside Keira Knightley’s ‘Black Doves’ home
The grand Victorian villa that served as Keira Knightley’s on-screen home in the Netflix spy thriller Black Doves…
REACH Australia & New Zealand unveils 2025 cohort: six trailblazing companies set to transform real estate
Second Century Ventures, the venture capital arm of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), proudly announces the 2025…
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…
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…