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Nicholas and Shona Armstrong-Smith. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

Nicholas Armstrong-Smith: Building a business on communication and community

Nicholas Armstrong-Smith has built a leading real estate business in Bondi Junction on a simple principle - communicate effectively and do the right thing by people.

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Franchise News

Trina Henry: Building a family legacy in Gold Coast real estate

After 25 years in real estate, Trina Henry is leveraging the @realty OASIS model to build her own…

Australians are dipping into savings to cover rising rent, mortgage, and everyday costs, highlighting growing financial pressures on households. Image: Getty
Industry News

$85 billion savings drain: over half of Aussie raiding cash to cover rent, mortgages, and essentials

Over half of Aussies have tapped into their savings in the past year, with housing costs, everyday essentials,…

Western Australia has emerged as one of the strongest-performing housing markets. Image: Getty
Industry News

Two-speed housing market emerges as WA and QLD leave rest of Australia behind

Population growth outpacing new housing in WA and QLD underpins sharp divergence in home values

Jeremy Grobben. Photo: Supplied
People Moves

Apollo Auctions appoints Jeremy Grobben to lead ACT expansion

The former restaurateur and four-time REIACT Championships competitor brings a decade of real estate experience to the national…

Clem Stack. Photo: Supplied
People Moves

Knight Frank expands healthcare property team in Queensland

The firm is responding to growing investor appetite for medical and aged care assets, with $35 million in…

Monique Treder. Image supplied
Franchise News

Monique Treder: Finding an edge in Sydney’s buyer’s agency space

For Monique Treder, success in the buyer's agency industry came when she stopped trying to be someone else…

Ray White Brisbane City. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

Ray White Inner Brisbane Apartments rebrands as Ray White Brisbane City

The rebrand follows 17 years in the CBD market and signals expansion into surrounding suburbs.

OBrien Real Estate's Doreen Team. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

OBrien Real Estate opens Doreen office as northern corridor grows

The new location marks the group's third office in Melbourne's north, with two experienced directors overseeing the expansion.

Brooke Cadd fights to keep listing and delivers coastal sea change for Adelaide buyers
Agent Stories

Brooke Cadd fights to keep listing and delivers coastal sea change for Adelaide buyers

When another agent tried to poach her listing mid-campaign, Brooke Cadd turned the pressure into proof — deploying…

Claire Yan Liu. Photo: Supplied
People Moves

Century 21 opens Killara office as Liu team returns to network

Claire Yan Liu's North Shore team completed a three-month transition from their previous agency to establish the new…

Jonathan Swift REA Group Chief Product Officer. Image supplied
Supplier News

From search to savings: realestate.com.au’s autumn launch showcases five new features

Australia’s number one address in property, realestate.com.au, has launched five new features designed to make searching, finding and…

Nick Dowling appointed Chairman of FOUNDIT. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

Nick Dowling takes board role at FOUNDIT

The appointment signals a push for stronger governance as buyer's agent platforms mature beyond startup phase.

Industry News

NSW ‘Pre-sale Finance Guarantee’ set to accelerate hundreds of new homes

Government-backed scheme removes lender risk and fast-tracks construction across Sydney

International

Milan emerges as tax haven alternative as wealthy flee Gulf conflict

Italy's flat-tax regime and European lifestyle are drawing high-net-worth individuals away from Dubai, with property prices in Milan…

Harrods Estates, the iconic London luxury property agency, has closed its doors after 130 years. Image: Getty
International

Iconic Harrods Estates closes after 130 years

High-end London market hit by tax changes and shifting buyer trends forces closure of historic agency.

Bert Geraerts. Photo: Supplied
Franchise News

The Agency expands Melbourne footprint with Bayside office

Veteran agent Bert Geraerts brings three decades of local experience to the national brand's latest Victorian outpost.

Investors submit 150 offers in seven-day dual-income property campaign
News

Investors submit 150 offers in seven-day dual-income property campaign

A buyer ranking system delivered $1.142 million for a Central Coast dual-income property after investors competed online right…

Local couple's farming roots drew them to Narrawallee forever home
Agent Stories

Local couple’s farming roots drew them to Narrawallee forever home

Two motivated buyers who couldn't meet auction conditions prompted Kathryn Parkes and Kirsty Schultz to pivot mid-campaign —…

Creative repositioning turns 198-day campaign into 15-day Pymble street record
Agent Stories

Creative repositioning turns 198-day campaign into 15-day Pymble street record

After 198 days on market with another agent, a Pymble apartment sold in just 15 days when Ahmad…

Flexible viewings and auction-day barbecue draw nine bidders to 52 Sims Street, Moorebank home
Agent Stories

Flexible viewings and auction-day barbecue draw nine bidders to 52 Sims Street, Moorebank home

An adaptive campaign featuring flexible inspection times and an auction-day barbecue delivered nine registered bidders for a Moorebank…

Industry News

Federal Budget looms: 61% of investors may pull back amid tax shake-up

Survey shows 61% of investors could pull back or sell as CGT discount drops and negative gearing is…

Self-sufficient lifestyle dream finds perfect match in 15 days
Agent Stories

Self-sufficient lifestyle dream finds perfect match in 15 days

Karl Gallienne's targeted campaign for a quintessential Huon Valley cottage attracted diverse interest but delivered the perfect young…

Industry News

Luxury homes lead the way as top-end property markets heat up

High-end suburbs in Sydney, Adelaide, and regional hotspots are driving sales, showing that buyers remain willing to pay…

Franchise News

Liam Kirkwood appointed Ray White Rural National Livestock Manager

The national young auctioneers champion and Townsville principal steps into the network's top livestock role after a rapid…

Franchise News

REMAX opens first office in Queensland’s Western Downs

Former property manager Daniel Ferris has launched REMAX Heartland Real Estate in Dalby, partnering with local sales agent…

Sydney couple's six-month search ends with Lambton street record after 75 inspections
Agent Stories

Sydney couple’s six-month search ends with Lambton street record after 75 inspections

A renovated Federation house in Lambton attracted 208 inquiries and 75 inspections in 12 days, with Carly Knight's…

Hide-and-seek video and friend referrals seal $2.11m Macmasters Beach cottage sale for Baraka Leporte
Agent Stories

Hide-and-seek video and friend referrals seal $2.11m Macmasters Beach cottage sale for Baraka Leporte

A targeted video campaign and local networking delivered a $2.11 million result for Baraka Leporte's restored coastal cottage,…

Underbidder becomes buyer in three-day Thornleigh off-market sale
Agent Stories

Underbidder becomes buyer in three-day Thornleigh off-market sale

A targeted database approach and deep complex knowledge delivered a three-day off-market sale for Tarik Goktas, matching a…

Geraldine Wang sells Hornsby townhouse in two weeks setting complex record
Agent Stories

Geraldine Wang sells Hornsby townhouse in two weeks setting complex record

Geraldine Wang's strategic off-market approach and targeted marketing delivered a $1.01 million townhouse sale in Hornsby within a…

Strategic pivot delivers premium off-market result for 700sqm Curl Curl opportunity
Agent Stories

Strategic pivot delivers premium off-market result for 700sqm Curl Curl opportunity

When a neglected Curl Curl property needed a new approach, Anita Wildash bypassed traditional marketing to target buyers…

Windsor townhouse attracts three offers after strategic pre-sale preparation
Agent Stories

Windsor townhouse attracts three offers after strategic pre-sale preparation

Walter Summons' presentation-first approach delivered three offers over $1.3 million for a Windsor townhouse, with unsuccessful buyers still…

Kitchen refresh and Friday timing deliver six-offer result in Hornsby
Agent Stories

Kitchen refresh and Friday timing deliver six-offer result in Hornsby

A quick kitchen renovation, full styling, and strategic Friday listing created the conditions for six offers from 22…

Off-market database match delivers Rochedale South house sale in 48 hours
Agent Stories

Off-market database match delivers Rochedale South house sale in 48 hours

A four-bedroom house in Rochedale South sold off-market in 48 hours after targeted matching through Belle Property’s exclusive…

Industry News

Construction costs threaten housing affordability despite cooling prices

Ray White's chief economist warns rising building costs and renewed supply chain disruptions will worsen affordability, even as…