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New laws aim to boost foreign investment in build-to-rent in Australia
The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the introduction of legislation to lower foreign investment application fees for build-to-rent projects as a move that will boost investment in new rental supply.
New Zealand profitable resales rise as markets recover
The recovery in New Zealand's housing market has led to profitable resales rising for the first time in…
An insider’s look at the Friendly Auction system
When Chasse Ede walks a client through the Friendly Auction process he’s speaking from experience - as an…
Central Pier tenants settle $42 million legal dispute
A group of tenants that operated businesses at Mebourne’s Central Pier has settled a legal dispute with the…
Norman Reedus lists Frank Lloyd Wright inspired home
Norman Reedus, acclaimed for his portrayal of the crossbow-toting, motorcycle-riding hero with a compassionate core in The Walking…
Raine & Horne unveils new brand refresh
Raine & Horne has revealed its first substantial brand refresh since 2017.
Distressed listings jump 9 per cent in NSW
The number of distressed listings has risen across Australia, despite the number of total listings falling in January.
First National Bowral bounces back after losing everything in a fire
When a fire in Bowral took out 13 businesses including the First National Real Estate offices, principal Allan…
‘Bleak’ outlook for office assets as workers stay home
Workers are not returning to the office leading to sustained upward pressure on vacancy rates and a negative…
Vacancy rates fall again in the new year
Rental availability declined further in January, with the national vacancy rate falling to 1.09 per cent.
RBA keeps interest rates on hold at 4.35 per cent
The Reserve Bank of Australia has kicked off 2024 with an interest rate hold, electing to keep the…
Belle Property expands its reach across Brisbane’s Northern suburbs
Brooke Hawthorne from Belle Property Ascot is opening a new office in Nundah and expanding her reach in…
McGrath unveils its comprehensive brand redesign
McGrath Founder and Chief Executive Officer John McGrath said it was a new era for the brand.
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate servicing two new locations
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate are expanding in Queensland with Angie Keegan running the Plainland office and…
Benjamin Dax and Ruth Roberts expand to Bentleigh
Benjamin Dax and Ruth Roberts of Woodards Carnegie are growing their reach by acquiring the nearby Bentleigh office.
Chris Shine and Justine Dill return to Raine & Horne
Raine & Horne alumni Chris Shine and Justine Dill are returning to the brand to head up the…
Knight Frank Australia champions diversity with the Property Council of Australia
Knight Frank is focusing on diversity, equity and inclusion in partnership with the Property Council of Australia NSW.
Ray White expands its footprint across the far north of New Zealand
Ray White continues its growth in New Zealand's far north with business owner Sean Stratton acquiring multiple offices…
First home owners join MyBrix looking to sell their mortgage to investors
Sydney-based FinTech start-up, MyBrix, has received its first applications from property owners looking to sell their mortgage debt…
Eight new Perth suburbs hit the million-dollar mark
Perth’s booming property market has seen eight new suburbs hit the million-dollar median house price according to The…
You can now order your own ‘foldable’ home from Amazon
If you’ve been looking for an affordable home, the good news is that Amazon can now deliver a…
Will Queensland’s portable bond scheme be a welcome reform or a nightmare?
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has welcomed a State Government bridging bond loan initiative to help…
River city welcomes a new RE/MAX office
With a legacy of real estate excellence spanning three generations, the move into business ownership has always been…
Australia’s auction season kicks off with near-record activity
Australia has recorded the second biggest start to auction season on record, with 1671 properties going under the…
Zillow launch their new 3D tour experience on Apple Vision Pro
US property platform Zillow, has launched Zillow Immerse in the Apple Vision Pro app story, providing buyers with…
What the Apple Vision Pro means for real estate
The Apple Vision Pro has the potential to change the way Australians view properties and drive engagement and…
Top agents open a new Sydney Sotheby’s office
Maclay Longhurst and Emily Davidson have taken the next step in their already successful real estate careers, opening…
Competition cools despite record low vacancy rates
Vacancy rates have returned to record low levels, but there is hope for renters, with new data showing…
RE/MAX makes an impact in Mareeba
RE/MAX has welcomed respected Mareeba business owner and real estate professional Aurelia Rogato and her team to the…
Elders Residential Real Estate debuts brand refresh
Rural property experts Elders have untaken a brand refresh of their residential arm as they celebrate their 185th…
The Agency recruits market leaders in Melbourne’s Williamstown
Highly regarded real estate professional Leigh Melbourne and his team have joined The Agency Victoria, and are looking…
New Zealand property prices continue their recovery in January
Home prices across New Zealand have continued to rebound, with values up 0.4 per cent in January according…
Rates likely to stay on hold after inflation tumbles
Inflation has fallen to its lowest rate in two years, with experts now predicting the Reserve Bank of…
3 strategies Ekland Gomes used to sell $3.77 billion in property
Last year was a challenging one for many agents in the US real estate market.
More retail assets likely to come to market as transactions rise
The retail sector has started the new year with a flurry of activity and there could be more…