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Reapit to elevate agency tech with new game-changing innovations
PropTech provider Reapit will announce the latest enhancement to its award-winning range of platforms including Console Cloud, AgentBox, Inspect Real Estate and Move Me In on 24 October.
Strata properties gain popularity in NSW and QLD
House purchases are trending downwards in New South Wales as buyers increasingly turn to strata properties, according to…
Sydney and Melbourne’s unit markets struggle despite affordability gains
Despite improving affordability in some areas, certain unit markets in Sydney and Melbourne are failing to attract buyers,…
September property listings hit highest levels since 2015
Sellers are embracing the spring selling season, with new property listings in September 2024 reaching their highest volume…
Parliament urged to pass housing legislation
The Property Council of Australia is calling on Parliament to pass the federal government's housing legislation without delay,…
Victoria’s property market faces challenges amid high taxes
Victoria's once-booming property market is now struggling to keep pace with the rest of Australia, according to a…
Tasmania leads property boom with 233% gains, while NT lags
Property prices in Tasmania have surged by an impressive 233% over the past 20 years, leading the nation…
The Block couples: a peek behind the real estate curtain
For real estate agents, The Block provides a unique case study in how to market high-end homes under…
REA Group invests in 3D visualisation platform IMMERSIV
REA Group has announced a minority investment in IMMERSIV, a 3D visualisation platform designed specifically to support buying…
ANZ predicts property prices to rise 5.5 per cent in 2025
Australia's capital city housing markets are expected to see continued growth in 2024, with prices forecast to rise…
Rental market pressures ease as growth slows
Australia's rental market is showing signs of easing, with the pace of growth slowing and more properties becoming…
Queensland scraps rent caps boosting investor confidence
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has welcomed a clear statement from both the Premier and the…
Alex Denmeade joins Coronis in Brisbane
Sales agent Alex Denmeade has made the move to Coronis, strengthening the group's presence in Brisbane's inner city.
William Gathercole launches RWC Industrial City South
William Gathercole has opened RWC Industrial City South, bringing his extensive experience in commercial and industrial real estate…
Bjay Paul opens Raine & Horne Leppington/Austral
Award-winning agent Bjay Paul has opened a new Raine & Horne office in Leppington/Austral, strengthening the network's presence…
Samuel Paton opens Ray White Marion
Leading local agent Samuel Paton has opened Ray White Marion, bringing his expertise to the Adelaide suburb.
Kathleen Fry joins Ouwens Casserly’s new South Coast office
Leading South Coast agent Kathleen Fry has joined Ouwens Casserly Real Estate as the agency expands to open…
Jess Dignon joins Coronis Bracken Ridge
Experienced agent Jess Dignon has joined the high performing team at Coronis Bracken Ridge after 15 years in…
Anthony Tripodi takes Director role at Highland Inner West
Anthony Tripodi, has merged his business with Highland Inner West and will become a Director of the combined…
Frank Giorgi appointed Managing Director of RWC Canberra
RWC Canberra commercial property expert Frank Giorgi has been appointed Managing Director of the business, after operating as…
Aurora Realty sets new a standard in property management
Aurora Realty, a leading force in the property management industry, has positioned itself as the preferred choice for…
Ben Summons appointed as Kollosche’s new COO
Luxury real estate agency Kollosche has appointed Ben Summons as its new Chief Operating Officer to drive the…
Australian tenants lead worldwide adoption of rental tech
Australian renters are leading the way with property technology, and in the process enhancing their rental experience with…
Eviction rates highlight rental struggles in NSW’s outer suburbs
Tenants in Far Western NSW and outer Sydney suburbs are facing the highest risk of eviction, according to…
Mortgage holders skipping meals to stay afloat
Australian mortgage holders are increasingly resorting to skipping essential expenses to stay on top of their rising home…
Sandra and Vincent Haupt: embracing freedom and balance with @realty
In 2017, after 15 years of running their own successful real estate company, Sandra and Vincent Haupt decided…
Building approvals decline raises concerns for housing targets
Building approvals for new homes in Australia have fallen significantly, raising alarm bells for the nation's housing targets.
Tailored solutions: REA Group rolls out new customer service model
REA Group has introduced a new service model aimed at offering a more specialised and personalised experience for…
Rental boom could be done and dusted
It looks like relief is on the way for struggling renters, with the rental market across Australia having…
Going Beyond Property: Conservation meets Real Estate with SquareBySquare
In an industry where standing out is increasingly challenging, SquareBySquare isn't just selling property – it's selling purpose.
Affordable homes outpace luxury market in price growth
Cheaper properties have experienced the strongest price growth over the past year, according to a leading property expert.
Housing market growth slows as spring listings surge
The Australian property market is showing signs of a slowdown, with national dwelling values rising by just 0.4…
RE/MAX Consultants set sights on growth in IPSWICH
Welcoming the opportunity to represent a global brand and prepare for future growth, real estate professional Ajay Patel…
Spring Surge: affordability pressures rise as listings climb and market growth slows
Home values increase in September but increased property listings are offering buyers more choice. Meanwhile, increasing affordability challenges…
Metricon Homes retains top spot as Australia’s largest home builder
Metricon Homes has maintained its position as Australia's largest residential builder for the ninth consecutive year, according to…