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RW Capital appoints chief investment officer, opens Seoul office in growth push
Peter Shear joins as CIO as the firm opens its first Asian office and restructures its leadership team.
OBrien Real Estate marks decade of Carrum Coast Guard sponsorship
The 10th anniversary fun run drew a record 844 runners and raised more than $29,000 for the volunteer…
NAI Harcourts Pinnacle named national finalist for commercial agency of the year
The Aspley-based agency will compete for the REIA's top commercial honour in Melbourne on 21 May, following its…
Record housing supply set to trigger major price downturn by late 2027, new data shows
NSW and Victoria face the sharpest slowdown as record housing supply and high interest rates reshape the national…
Ireland pitches €20 billion housing investment plan
Ireland's Housing Minister, James Browne, leads delegation to Cannes, targeting international capital to help deliver 300,000 homes by…
realestate.com.au adds energy comparison feature to help homeowners save on bills
Realestate.com.au has partnered with One Click Switch to integrate an energy comparison tool into its owner dashboard, helping…
Off-market strategy secures $2.09m for Sancrox acreage home
A strategic off-market approach delivered a $2.09 million result for a Sancrox acreage property before it reached public…
Strategic approach drives $3.6m result for six-bedroom acreage
Gilbert + Younan principal secures premium result for acreage property
Buyer’s agent secures $1.2m Bli Bli house in 24 hours days with 4.12% yield
Zian William Fox Gibbs leveraged local knowledge and strategic contract positioning to secure a high-yield investment property in…
Oak Flats street record proves premium demand beyond the waterfront
A brand-new Oak Flats home with reserve backing and side access set a street record after attracting buyers…
Underbidder from previous campaign secures superior apartment off-market in 48 hours
Imran Hamidi turned buyer intelligence from a previous campaign into an off-market success, matching the underbidder from apartment…
Beechboro house attracts 10 buyers and 33 offer adjustments in 13 days, underpinned by local market knowledge
A strategic pricing approach and strong buyer engagement transformed a vendor’s mid-$800,000 expectations into a $945,000 result, highlighting…
Database matching delivers building record for Hillsdale’s newest development
Nick Papas turned database matching into nine contract requests for a new-build apartment that became a building record,…
Ray White Chelsea expands with Hastings merger
The top-ranked Chelsea team has partnered with respected local operator Lisa Roberts to launch Ray White Hastings, combining…
Ray White’s top performers open Manly flagship in Northern Beaches push
The directors behind Ray White's number one international business have opened their fourth Northern Beaches office in nine…
When the rental becomes home to illegal activity
Managing a rental property used in illegal activity is high-stakes. This guide details how to spot warning signs,…
Explore Property announces new ownership for Cairns office
Explore Property has announced a new chapter for its Cairns office, with established agents David Hall and Shaun…
Turnkey appeal and qualified buyers deliver seven-day Traralgon sale
A targeted approach using an exclusive database of qualified buyers delivered a seven-day sale where the median time…
Aussie homeowners hit record equity as property profits soar
Record resale profits across Australia are boosting homeowner equity, supporting upgrades, and widening the gap for first-time buyers.
Labor signals major Capital Gains Tax reforms ahead of May budget
Inquiry finds tax breaks for investors are inflating prices and limiting opportunities for first-time buyers.
Rate hike reality check: RBA lifts to 4.10% as borrower pressure intensifies
RBA rate hike to 4.10% affects borrowers – experts share insights for buyers and property markets
McGrath plants flag in Torquay to complete Surf Coast corridor
The new office connects Geelong, Armstrong Creek and now Torquay, giving the group coverage across one of Victoria's…
From transactional to lifecycle: why post-settlement is real estate’s next battleground
Mosaik founder Sheila Reddy tackles the "transactional gap" in real estate, offering a platform that automates high-value, post-settlement…
Professional rapport unlocks swift Caboolture purchase for single father
A relationship-building approach and strategic patience delivered a life-changing result for a single father seeking more time with…
Six buyers battle for renovated Chermside home after campaign reset
Natalie Cowlrick's dual-market strategy attracted six competing buyers to a renovated Chermside family home, sparking a 24-hour negotiation…
No shopfront, no problem: How DiJones built a $41M pipeline with beach cabanas and a branded Vespa
DiJones Pacific Palms agent Dominique Vasers is meeting lifestyle buyers where they already are – and it's working.
National vacancy rate drops to 1.1% as rental squeeze tightens
Darwin and Hobart lead rent rises with double-digit annual growth, while Perth and Brisbane remain among the tightest…
Pacific Property Buyers puts first-time buyers first with innovative agency model
Pacific Property Buyers launches a no-upfront-fee service to guide first-home buyers through Sydney’s competitive property market.
Underquoting fines set to jump to $110,000 under new NSW crackdown
Stricter penalties, mandatory price guides and stronger oversight aim to boost transparency and protect buyers in NSW’s property…
Ray White warns proposed investor tax changes could reduce rental supply
The real estate group says potential changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing could reduce rental supply…
Ray White United Group appoints Alex Pattaro as general manager
Ray White United Group is excited to announce the appointment of Alex Pattaro as General Manager.
Portugal leads Europe in property price growth
Australian agents watching offshore investment trends should note Portugal's emergence as Europe's most sought-after market, with property values…
Why experienced agents say ‘I wish I’d switched sooner’
Experienced agents across ANZ are finding higher earnings and less stress by switching to @realty, trading traditional agency…
The Agency expands into Mollymook with market leaders
National real estate brand The Agency has entered the NSW South Coast town of Mollymook and surrounds with…
Simon Best opens Buxton Kilmore and Wallan
In a strategic move into Victoria's historic and fast-growing northern corridor, Buxton Real Estate Group announces the opening…