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Sam Hatzistamatis: where analytics meets people in property management
Success in property management comes down to two critical elements - understanding the numbers and managing people.
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The New Power Lunch for Property Leaders
Imagine stepping aboard a luxury yacht or sitting down at a five-star venue with the brightest minds in property management. That’s the reality for members of The CEO Table, a groundbreaking initiative bringing together Australia’s top property leaders for curated experiences that inspire collaboration, learning, and legacy-building.
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Inside Villa Gucci: a $22.7M Roman masterpiece steeped in luxury and heritage
A magnificent $22.7 million AUD villa in Rome, once home to the iconic Gucci family, has entered the market, offering a rare mix of opulence, history, and panoramic views of the Eternal City.
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Land prices surge past inflation and construction costs
National land prices have hit record highs, outpacing both consumer inflation and building costs as supply constraints continue to challenge the housing market.
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Trump’s return sparks surge in high-end home sales in Washington
Donald Trump’s second presidential term has transformed Washington, DC, into a hub for the wealthy and influential, fuelling a real estate frenzy.
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Why real estate agents are prime targets for cyberattacks – and how to protect yourself
The most recent cyberthreat report from the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) found that a cyber incident will cost a small business approximately $49,600. This is an 8% increase on the previous year.
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Singapore’s Ho Bee Land launches takeover bid for AVJennings
Ho Bee Land has entered a bidding war for Australian homebuilder AVJennings, offering A$391 million in a move that challenges an existing bid from American real estate firm Proprium Capital Partners.
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Barron Trump steps into luxury real estate with new venture
Barron Trump, the youngest son of President Donald Trump, is making waves in the real estate world with the relaunch of his luxury development venture, Trump, Fulcher & Roxburgh Capital Inc.
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How workforce relocation trends could impact real estate agents
Australian companies could be facing a significant challenge in retaining skilled professionals, with 56 per cent of workers considering relocating within the next year.
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Property slowdown gives NZ buyers the upper hand
New Zealand's property market continues to experience a slowdown, with national property values falling nearly 18 per cent from their post-COVID peak, creating great conditions for buyers.
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Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah emerge as key real estate hotspots for 2025
The UAE’s real estate market is gearing up for a transformative year, with Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) poised to become major investment destinations in 2025, driven by their affordability and robust infrastructure.
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Portable Bond Scheme proposed to relieve renters’ financial strain
The McKell Institute is calling on the federal government to adopt a National Portable Bond Scheme, a policy designed to ease the financial pressures faced by renters and provide a pathway to greater financial security.
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How to respond when a landlord insurance claim is denied
Breaking the news to your landlord client that their insurance claim has been denied is not a prospect any agent relishes.
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Property listings surge to highest levels since 2017
The property market has seen its strongest year of new listings since 2017, giving buyers more choice and potentially slowing price growth in 2025.
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Spain proposes 100% tax on non-EU buyers amid housing crisis
Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, has unveiled plans for a groundbreaking 100% tax on property purchases by non-EU residents.
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Rihann Barkley-Brown joins Adrian William Real Estate
Leading real estate office Adrian William has welcomed Rihann Barkley-Brown to their award-winning sales team.
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RE/MAX is right at home in Browns Plains
Sam Kathir, is launching RE/MAX Right Home in Brisbane's South as the brand continues its expansion.
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Dr Sarah Bell: don’t be left behind by the tech revolution
Technology is already changing real estate, reshaping the way agents and property managers connect with clients, whether we realise it or not.
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Trump’s policies and their potential impact on Australian real estate
Sydney-based real estate agent Tina O’Connor and the Economic Society of Australia have shared their insights on how the Trump administration might influence our real estate market.
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Rex Software, Cirrus8 and RealTrust create industry leader
Rex Software, Cirrus8 and RealTrust Property Accounting Solutions have joined forces to create the leading real estate software and solutions provider servicing the residential and commercial property markets in Australia, New Zealand and the UK.
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This Florida mega-mansion could be America’s most expensive home
A planned luxury compound in Manalapan, Florida, is pushing the boundaries of high-end property with a staggering US$285 million price tag.
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Queensland first-home buyers can soon rent rooms without losing benefits
First-home buyers in Queensland will soon be able to rent out spare rooms without risking their grants or concessions following a legislative push supported by the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ).
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Sabrina Zhang opens Ray White Milldale
Experienced local real estate professional Sabrina Zhang has joined the Ray White family with the opening of Ray White Milldale.
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Peter Diamantidis: making 800 sales per year and dominating your market
When Peter Diamantidis made the switch to Ray White three years ago, he knew it was time to do things differently.
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Young gun leads the charge: Riley Neaton’s journey to regional real estate success
At just 28 years old, Riley Neaton, principal of Ray White Rockhampton and Yeppoon, has cemented his place as a top performer in the Ray White network.
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Unemployment edges higher but not enough for a rate cut
Mortgage holders might have to keep on waiting for lower interest rates, with new data showing that the jobs market has not weakened enough for the RBA to act.
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More than one-third of US homeowners say they’ll never sell
High housing costs are keeping many US homeowners firmly in place, with more than one-third (34%) saying they’ll never sell their homes, according to a recent Redfin-commissioned survey.
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How auctions transformed Josh Tesolin’s real estate game
Josh Tesolin, one of Australia’s highest-volume agent and an REA top-ranked performer in NSW, has redefined his approach to real estate by embracing an auction-only sales model.
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Super access plan aims to boost home ownership
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has thrown its support behind a new Coalition proposal that would allow first home buyers to access up to $50,000 of their superannuation to purchase a home.
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Coastal suburbs see dramatic price growth across Australia
Australian coastal property markets have seen exceptional growth over the past five years, with premium locations in capital cities and regional areas experiencing substantial price increases, according to new research.
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Gucci owner Kering secures $1.3 Billion in strategic Paris property sale
Luxury giant Kering, owner of brands like Gucci and Saint Laurent, has announced the sale of 60% stakes in three prime Paris properties to French private equity group Ardian for €837 million (approximately AUD 1.3 billion).
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Take a peak into Hayden Panettiere’s childhood home in exclusive New York enclave
A charming residence in Palisades, NY, once home to actress Hayden Panettiere, is now on the market.
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Domain’s December 2024 House Price report: insights across Australia’s capital cities
Australia’s property market experienced a mix of resilience and deceleration in the final quarter of 2024.
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Housing industry demands urgent action on supply crisis
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is pushing for bold action to address Australia's housing crisis, as the country falls significantly short of meeting its housing targets ahead of the 2025 Federal Election.
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From Cluttered to Clear: How Matterport’s Latest Tools Transform Property Presentations
This is part one of a four-part series examining Matterport's latest releases and their impact on property marketing. Throughout this series, we'll explore how these tools are changing the way agents present and market properties. In Part 1, Elite Agent Editor Samantha McLean speaks exclusively with Steven Kounnas, Co-Founder and COO at Captur3d (one of Matterport's Australian Platform Partners), to…
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