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Houses outperform apartments in New Zealand
House prices have shown stronger growth compared to apartments over extended periods, with land value playing a crucial role in the difference, according to new data.
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…
Trump organisation expands its Middle East presence
The Trump Organisation is set to significantly expand its presence in Saudi Arabia with plans for multiple luxury…
Callagher and Kellys join The Agency’s Inner West expansion
Sister real estate firms Callagher Estate Agents and Kellys Property have joined forces with The Agency, strengthening the…
Brent Spooner expands LJ Hooker presence in WA’s South West
LJ Hooker Property South West WA has strengthened its market position through strategic merger, adding two more offices…
McGrath expands Victorian presence with new Clayton office
Ethan He and Jason Xi to lead McGrath's strategic expansion in Melbourne's southeast with new Clayton office opening.
Ouwens Casserly expands its footprint
Leading South Australian agency Ouwens Casserly Real Estate has announced multiple acquisitions and a new office opening, marking…
Michael Barber launches Ray White Charlestown
Industry veteran Michael Barber has opened Ray White Charlestown, marking a new chapter in his 21-year real estate…
Brad Armitage steps up as HIA NSW Executive Director
HIA has announced the appointment of former carpenter Brad Armitage as its new Executive Director NSW, commencing January…
Lisa Curtis joins Highland’s prestige property team
Highland welcomes experienced Sutherland Shire agent Lisa Curtis to their prestige property division as they continue to strengthen…
Listings hit multi-year highs despite November slowdown
The market is experiencing its highest November listing levels since 2020, despite a monthly decline in new properties…
Cameron Brain steps up at Ray White City Realty Group
Ray White City Realty Group has promoted Cameron Brain to Director of Sales and Auctions, marking a significant…
Joshua Bagley expands Ray White presence in South Australia
Ray White Strathalbyn principal Joshua Bagley has taken over leadership of Ray White Murray Bridge, merging two successful…
Inside Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s US$68 million property
In the heart of Beverly Hills, a sprawling 12-bedroom, 24-bathroom mansion continues to capture Hollywood's attention, not just…
Confidence rises, but housing supply and construction challenges persist in property sector
The December 2024 Procore/Property Council Industry Sentiment Survey paints a complex picture for Australia’s property industry.
Blue chip New Zealand property outperforms
New Zealand’s high-end properties and certain regional areas are showing strength and outpacing much of the broader market,…
Perth steals the show in a year of resilience
CoreLogic’s Best of the Best 2024 report reveals a year of surprises and resilience in the Australian property…
Laura Voinea: quality over quantity
Noble Park and Keysborough agent Laura Voinea has built her real estate career on a simple philosophy -…
American and Middle East buyers dominate luxury European property market
Wealthy American and Middle Eastern buyers are driving the super-prime property market in Europe, accounting for half of…
Point Piper’s Wolseley Road claims title as Australia’s priciest street
Wolseley Road in Sydney's Point Piper has cemented its position as Australia's most expensive street, with median house…
Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward’s NYC penthouse is a must-see
A slice of Hollywood history has arrived on the New York real estate market. The longtime penthouse of…
View Media Group (VMG) launch REIP Nexus data on view.com.au
Following VMG’s recent announcement on its partnership with REIP, REIP Nexus data has launched on view.com.au.
RBA leaves rates on hold with inflation still “too high”
There’s no relief for mortgage holders just yet, with the Reserve Bank of Australia leaving the official cash…
Vanessa Jeans returns home to Ray White
Ray White has announced the return of Vanessa Jeans as Head of People for Ray White Victoria and…
Energy Ratings gap reveals new selling point for modern homes
Modern homes built after 2010 achieve nearly double the energy efficiency rating of older properties, creating a compelling…
Real estate becomes India’s status symbol as luxury properties dominate 2024
Affluent buyers across major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Gurugram, and Bengaluru have embraced high-end properties as both a…
Bob Dylan’s former NYC townhouse hits all the right notes
Step into a slice of history with Bob Dylan’s former Turtle Bay Gardens townhouse, now listed for US$7.25…
LockedOn launches automated Digital CMA’s
A new, industry-first feature recently launched by CRM provider LockedOn allows agents to send quarterly digital CMA reports…