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Why sustainable homes sell faster
When given a choice, two-thirds of home buyers prefer energy-efficient homes according to new research from Domain.
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Michael Pallier selected to sell Melissa Caddick’s Dover Heights home
Michael Pallier, of Sydney Sotheby’s International Realty has been appointed to sell conwoman Melissa Caddick’s Dover Heights property.
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Suite of new appointments for BresicWhitney
Chief Executive Officer Thomas McGlynn said the group’s dedication to designing and delivering fulfilling and rewarding career paths attracts passionate and value-driven talent to the brand. The Announcement: In an increasingly competitive talent market, BresicWhitney welcomes five new team members in June. Leading Sydney property group BresicWhitney has hired Amy Walls as its new Editorial and Media Manager, marking its 19th appointment since the start of…
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Nearly 13 per cent of first home buyers are considering purchasing interstate
With property prices rising faster than buyers can save, one in eight first home buyers have said they are considering purchasing a home in another state to help them get on the property ladder.
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Hockingstuart opens new Williamstown office
Principal David Lawson is a well-respected expert in the area and will bring a high calibre of local experience, knowledge and exemplary client care to everything he does.
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Alyson Hannigan lists contemporary masterpiece that featured in ‘This Is Us’
How I Met Your Mother star Alyson Hannigan stands to make a whopping US$10 million profit for her modern San Fernando Valley estate after listing the five-bedroom, eight-bathroom mansion just six years after buying it.
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A quarter of homes sold for more than $1 million
Almost one-quarter of all homes sold in the past 12 months have been worth more than $1 million dollars
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Property prices fuel rise in household wealth
Climbing property prices continued to fuel an increase in total household wealth in the March quarter, with wealth per capita soaring to a record high of $574,807.
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Just how at risk is Australia of falling property prices?
Australian property prices will not fall as much as they have gained in the past 12 months according to industry experts, despite a new global study saying the market is one of the most at risk in the world of dropping.
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Stone Real Estate strongholds Sydney’s north shore market with new Crows Nest office
Stone Real Estate is opening its fourth office on Sydney’s Lower North Shore, with a new Crows Nest office joining the McMahons Point, Willoughby and Mosman/Neutral Bay locations. The Announcement: Boutique real estate firm Stone Real Estate has added a Crows Nest office to its repertoire, capitalising on fast-growing momentum across Australia. Despite the real estate market slowing, Stone Real…
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LJ Hooker has its sights set on new offices with executive appointment
Kim Greenan has a wealth of experience in real estate, having owned and operated her own office, and worked in franchise growth and development. The Announcement: As Australia’s second-largest real estate network, LJ Hooker will continue to expand its footprint with the appointment of Kim Greenan as a Strategic Growth Manager in NSW. It signals an exciting new direction for…
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Gold Coast developer accepts crypto as deposit on luxury apartments
A Gold Coast property developer is accepting Bitcoin as a deposit for their latest luxury apartment development.
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Kate Mara and Jamie Bell list their secluded Los Feliz home
Married actors Kate Mara and Jamie Bell have listed their private retreat in the hills of Los Feliz for US$3.2 million.
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Virtual assistants a timesaver for agents
Not enough hours in the day? Frustrated because you really need more hands in the office but don’t have the budget?
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2021 Census: Apartment living rises but fewer homes owned outright
The way Australians live is becoming increasingly diverse, with fewer households owning their home outright and more people living in apartments, according to the 2021 Census.
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Kolmeo appoints Eloise Wall as first chief customer officer
Kolmeo CEO Scott Bateman said Eloise was chosen after an extensive and extremely competitive selection process which considered experienced and highly credentialled candidates.
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Sydney in top 10 for prime residential rent growth
Sydney has ranked fifth on a global list of cities with the highest annual rise in prime residential rents.
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How blockchain will revolutionise real estate
The Real Estate Institute of Australia has released a groundbreaking report, outlining the many use cases for blockchain in real estate and examining how it could shape the industry moving forward.
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Ollie Gearing wins REINSW Novice Auctioneers Competition
The Novice Auctioneers Competition is a platform for the state’s up-and-coming auctioneers to try their hand at auctioneering, and this year Ollie Gearing claimed the title. The Announcement: A record seven finalists battled it out on Friday evening at this year’s REINSW Novice Auctioneers Competition (NAC) Final. The NAC is a platform for the State’s would-be and up-and-coming auctioneers to…
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Kristen Wiig buys charming Pasadena Georgian home
Having recently sold her Passena property, actress Kristen Wiig has decided to purchase a new Georgian home just a few blocks down the street.
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Where are you most likely to find an energy efficient home?
Energy prices are on the move and although a crisis of widespread blackouts looks to be averted for now, longer term, having an energy efficient home is going to become increasingly important. So, are we seeing more energy efficient homes? And in what suburbs are we seeing more of them?
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Melbourne named Australia’s most liveable city
Melbourne has been named Australia’s most liveable city and number 10 in the world, while other state capitals have tumbled down the rankings.
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Adam Naumovski closes 27 sales worth $12 million-plus in a month
Western Australia’s #1 real-estate agent for 2021 , Adam Naumovski has continued to maintain incredible momentum with a record month of sales for the month of May, which saw the top realtor close 27 properties with a combined value of over $12 million.
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REIA partners with Re-Leased to deliver commercial agency engagement program
The program will aim to elevate the voice of Australia’s commercial real estate sector through research, one-on-one engagement, digital forums and in-person events. The Announcement: The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has signed a three-year partnership with global commercial property management software company, Re-Leased. REIA President, Mr Hayden Groves said the sponsorship involved a holistic partnership with Re-Leased to support…
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ANZ and Westpac lift fixed rates again
ANZ and Westpac have again hiked the interest rate on their fixed rate loan products.
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Mortgage holders to ‘grit their teeth’ and absorb interest rate hikes
As interest rates look set to keep on rising, over five million Australians are likely to be impacted by the higher cost of living and could experience mortgage stress, according to data.
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Aussie supermodel Kristy Hinze Clark sells Florida home for $251 million
Australian supermodel Kristy Hinze Clark and her husband, Netscape founder Jim Clark have sold their Folirda home for a record-setting $251 million.
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Drop in auction volumes sees clearance rate rise
Auction volumes fell across the combined capitals this week, largely driven by a drop in properties going under the hammer in Melbourne.
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MoneyMe revamps ListReady for agents
Digital lender and non-bank challenger MONEYME (ASX: MME) has revamped its ListReady product for real estate agents, in a bid to create a more seamless process that allows them to focus on what they do best, while empowering sellers in a shifting market.
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The blueprint for becoming a million dollar agent
Are you ready to step up your real estate game, target the 2022 consumer, make more money and become a listings machine, all while building your profile and reclaiming your time?
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Regional NSW and QLD desperate for more rental stock
Several regional areas across NSW and QLD are facing a dramatic undersupply of rental properties as falling vacancy rates and rising rents put pressure on low-income earners.
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Homeownership increasingly “out of reach” as average deposit hits $120,000
The surge in property prices has seen the hurdle to get into the property market get even higher with the average first home buyer deposit hitting $119,560.
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What your sleep position says about you
Body language can tell you a lot about a person. A furrowed facial expression can mean concern or confusion, while a smile shows happiness and elation. Averting eye contact can indicate nervousness and crossed arms can clearly convey someone is defensive. But did you know your body can reveal insights into your personality even when you're asleep?
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$20 billion boom to keep the Gold Coast property market firing on all cylinders
Colliers latest Gold Coast Market Overview predicts the city will continue outperforming the rest of the country. The Announcement: Strong population growth, a fast-growing economy and more than $20 billion in infrastructure and investment ahead of the 2032 Olympic Games will continue to drive the Gold Coast property market over the next decade, according to a new report by Colliers.…
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Homely continues Queensland expansion with Ray White partnership
Homely.com.au, one of Australia's largest online real estate marketplaces, has further expanded their Queensland presence with their most recent sponsorship of the largest real estate networks in Australia, Ray White Queensland.
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