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Markets predicting four rate cuts next year
Financial markets are pricing in four interest rate cuts in 2025, potentially bringing some relief to struggling Australian mortgage holders.
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Leaders need to master the art of saying “no”
Effective leadership involves knowing when to say "no" and empowering your team members.
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Domain reveals top features on buyer wish lists
As Australia’s Spring selling season launches with heightened activity, Domain has released fresh insights into the design features topping the wish lists of property buyers.
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Auction markets show signs of cooling, but not everywhere
The auction market is showing signs of a slowdown, but there continues to be a big difference across the major capital cities.
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REINSW names their top performers at the 2024 Awards
The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW) has celebrated its top performers at its 2024 Awards for Excellence gala event.
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Mortgages in arrears as property prices and rents surge
Australia’s housing market is facing increasing challenges as rising mortgage arrears coincide with surging property prices.
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REA Group Doubles Customer-Facing Teams in Major Restructure
REA Group, the company behind realestate.com.au, has announced a significant restructure that will double the size of its customer-facing teams. The move, which will take effect in October, aims to enhance real estate agents’ services and streamline their workflow. Under the new structure, REA’s customer product and services teams will join the existing sales, marketing, and customer support functions in…
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More needed from Government to fix housing
Australia's housing crisis requires immediate and coordinated action from all levels of government, according to industry experts.
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Investors flee rental market amid rising costs and new taxes
Property investors are abandoning the rental market in droves, with new data showing a significant increase in investment property sales over the past year.
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Real estate agents left without clear guidance on money laundering
In response to a new report from the Australian Institute of Criminology (AIC) and AUSTRAC on the impact of money laundering and organised crime, the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has expressed concern about the lack of practical policy recommendations for real estate agents.
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Mixed Fortunes for Australia and New Zealand Property Markets as Suburb Values Weaken
Recent data from CoreLogic and insights from property experts reveal a mixed picture for both the Australian and New Zealand property markets, with significant variations in value trends across suburbs.
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Paul McGee: “If you want to influence people, it’s not about being right, it’s about being curious.”
Paul McGee, famously known as "The SUMO Guy," has built a career out of blending humour, psychology, and insightful life lessons into transformative talks.
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Majority of Australians want house prices to fall
Most Australians want to see house prices decrease over the next five years, according to new polling data.
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National vacancy rate drops to 1.39 per cent
Australia's rental market tightened last month, with the national vacancy rate falling to 1.39 per cent in August, according to new data.
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You can’t rely on technology alone for property purchases
The industry is urging buyers not to overlook the importance of physical property inspections, despite advancements in AI.
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Victorian Government’s Airbnb tax faces backlash from investors
Victorian Government’s Airbnb tax faces backlash from investors
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Belinda Sinclair: How Domain’s latest property innovation is driving listing enquiries
Automation is a concept that continues to grow in the property space - from integrated smart homes to AI tools that analyse data.
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Luke Lombardi and Christian Bellomo have joined Pulse Property
Luke Lombardi and Christian Bellomo have joined Pulse Property as the company continues to grow.
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Housing shortfall grows as Australia misses National Housing Accord target
Australia is set to fall short of its National Housing Accord target by over 166,000 homes, according to new forecasts from the industry.
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Spring selling season kicks off strongly
The first weekend of Spring selling has started strongly with active buyers driving up clearance rates right around the country.
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Housing affordability hits record low
Housing affordability in Australia has plummeted to its lowest level in nearly three decades, according to the latest data from the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA).
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New Domain data shows Aussie homebuyers choosing to live closer to in-laws
The Spring selling season is shaping up to be a game-changer for real estate agents, with a dramatic shift in homebuyers' priorities.
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The Beauty Premium: how real estate agents are boosting sales with style
In real estate, it’s not just about knowledge and negotiation skills—your appearance could be your secret weapon.
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RBA warns interest rates to remain high as inflation persists
Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Governor Michele Bullock has warned that interest rates will remain elevated for an extended period to combat persistent inflation.
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Rental crisis persists despite slowing rental growth
Australia's rental crisis remains severe despite a modest easing in rent increases in some areas, according to new data.
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Planning systems failing regional Australia
Regional Australia is facing a severe housing crisis as planning systems struggle to keep up with demand, according to industry experts.
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Mortgage stress hits record high as 1.4 million Australians struggle
New research from Finder paints a concerning picture for mortgage holders, with record levels of financial distress across the country.
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Call for urgent overhaul of sub-standard homes
As Australia embarks on a plan to build 1.2 million new homes over the next five years, the poor quality of the country’s existing housing stock has come under sharp scrutiny.
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Nick Boyd appointed CEO of Belle Property
Nick Boyd has been named Chief Executive Officer of Belle Property, Hockingstuart and Acton | Belle Property, taking the reins from Peter Hanscomb.
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Perth dominates list of top family-friendly suburbs
Perth has emerged as the leading city for family-friendly suburbs in Australia, according to new research.
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First home buyers forced to adapt amid rising costs
First home buyers are increasingly purchasing properties alone or using government-backed schemes to enter the property market, as rising costs make it harder to buy.
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Home building approvals hit a 14-month high
New home building approvals in Australia have reached their highest level in 14 months, in a sign that confidence is starting to return.
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Inland property prices surge as buyers look beyond the coast
Home buyers are starting to look beyond the beach, with inland areas experiencing a boom in prices as buyers start moving away from traditional coastal hotspots, according to a leading economist.
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Greens take aim at dodgy landlords
The Australian Greens have unveiled a plan to establish a National Renters Protection Authority (NRPA) to enforce rental standards and penalise ‘dodgy’ landlords and real estate agencies.
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Household deposits soar to record $1.5 trillion
Australians have added an impressive $30.81 billion to their savings, pushing total household deposits to a record-breaking $1.5 trillion, according to the latest data from the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA).
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