Real Estate News
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What agents need to know about managing short-term rentalsÂ
When some agents think about short-term rental accommodation, they see all the extra work associated with high-volume guest turnover. Others see opportunity.
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Singles can’t afford to rent in New Zealand
Singles in New Zealand are not living the ‘Carrie Bradshaw’ life, with new analysis showing that no region in New Zealand meets the affordability threshold for single renters.
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Brisbane surpasses major cities to rank second in Global Cost of Living Rankings
Shock as Aussie city named in global top 2 for best cost of living.
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RBA holds rates steady: what it means for the real estate market
It came as no surprise: The RBA has held the official cash rate at 4.35% marking the eighth consecutive time rates have remained unchanged.
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New CEO appointment for Harcourts South Australia
Harcourts has announced the appointment of Heather Edwards as the new Chief Executive Officer for Harcourts South Australia.
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National rental market shows signs of easing
The rental market is showing signs of easing with more properties becoming available and prices dropping for the first time in four months.
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Political tensions high as one in five Americans report neighbour disputes
As Americans head to the polls, a new report by highlights the depth of political divisions in communities across the US.
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Hope on the horizon: Build-to-Rent legislation could ease pressure for renters
New research reveals that over 50 per cent of Australian renters feel they have no alternative but to rent.
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REIA appoints Scott Rollason as CEO
The Real Estate Institute of Australia has appointed Scott Rollason as their new chief executive officer.
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New home approvals reach highest level since 2022
Australian housing construction is showing strong signs of recovery, with detached house approvals hitting their highest monthly level in two years during September.
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Americans eye Canadian real estate as 2024 election heats up
With the 2024 US presidential election going down to the wire, there's been a marked increase in American interest in Canadian real estate.
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Auction market reports mixed outcomes
As the spring selling season continues to unfold, Australia's auction market is demonstrating varied results.
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From startup vision to tech giant, leading the future of real estate management
Just over seven years ago, Proptech Labs was a startup with big ideas about transforming property management.
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Maxine Piekarski: finding her natural habitat with real estate
Maxine Piekarski has seen the real estate industry transform from print newspapers and landlines to digital platforms and mobile phones over her 30-year career.
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NZ property market sees decade-high stock levels
Buyers are in the driver's seat in New Zealand as stock levels are at a ten-year high.
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Will the RBA cut rates?
Record numbers of Australian homeowners are struggling with mortgage stress, but does that mean the RBA will be cutting interest rates?
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Victoria bans no-fault evictions
Victorian landlords will no longer be able to evict tenants without valid reasons as part of sweeping reforms to rental laws announced by the state government.
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Successful Gold Coast office rebrands to RE/MAX United
Collaboration and innovation form part of the next strategic move for successful business leaders Peter Catanzariti and Jean Brown, who have this week joined RE/MAX Australia.
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New building system promises new homes in 10 days
A revolutionary new construction system is promising to cut building times by nearly half, with the first Victorian prototype launching in Ormond this month.
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Home prices hit a record high as Melbourne leads growth
Australian home prices have surged to new heights in October, marking the 22nd consecutive month of growth despite ongoing affordability challenges.
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HomeBuilder fuelled inflation and the housing shortage
The $2.6 billion HomeBuilder stimulus during the pandemic helped fuel inflation and has contributed to a housing shortage according to the COVID-19 inquiry.
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Japan’s abandoned homes spark viral trend yet pose investment risks
As Japan faces a growing number of abandoned homes, known as akiyas, content creators are finding viral fame by buying and renovating these cheap properties.
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Property market shows signs of cooling despite record prices
Property prices have reached new highs across multiple capital cities, however, experts suggest the market is shifting in favour of buyers.
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Victoria’s regional social housing boost
In a move to tackle Victoria’s housing crisis, the state government has unveiled a new breakdown of its ambitious $1 billion Regional Housing Fund.
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Do ghosts impact house prices?
As Halloween approaches, Australia’s fascination with the paranormal takes centre stage, from ghostly tales to haunted locations scattered across the country.
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Rental market shows signs of easing despite continued challenges
The rental market is showing early signs of relief as price growth slows and supply increases, according to new research.
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Harcourts new head of Auctions Australia announced
Harcourts is excited to announce the appointment of Aaron Davis as the new Head of Auctions Australia.
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Why agents need to ramp up their social media game
Industry experts Steve Carroll and Melanie Hoole explain why authenticity, strategic content, and paid advertising are game-changers in real estate marketing
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Labor backs housing supply boost, steers clear of negative gearing reform
A new poll found respondents favoured land release for development over changes to negative gearing.
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Buyer activity climbs as Kiwis reconsider the ‘forever home’
Following New Zealand’s recent drop in the Official Cash Rate (OCR), the property market is seeing a noticeable increase in buyer activity. According to new data from realestate.co.nz, enquiries have spiked by over 25%, indicating rising confidence among buyers and echoing similar, though smaller, interest following the previous OCR cut in August. Vanessa Williams, spokesperson for realestate.co.nz, attributes this shift…
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NSW reforms ramp up duplex development
NSW reforms ramp up duplex development The NSW government has introduced sweeping reforms to allow duplexes and semi-detached homes across 97 per cent of local councils, aiming to increase housing supply in well-located areas. According to realestate.com.au, the new amendments have significantly reduced the requirements for duplex development, with blocks now only needing a 12m frontage on a 400sq m…
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Affordable homes outperform as mortgage fatigue hits
Rising interest rates are driving a shift in the market, with affordable houses now experiencing stronger price growth than luxury homes.
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High auction volumes test market as clearance rates decline
Weekend auction summary: 27th October 2024 This past weekend saw one of the busiest periods for auctions across Australia’s capital cities, with over 3,000 homes going under the hammer, according to CoreLogic. The preliminary auction clearance rate was 66.8%, slightly down from last week’s 67.4%, which later revised to 58.2%, marking the lowest clearance rate of the year so far.…
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US election: what to expect if Trump or Harris wins
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris present contrasting policies that will directly impact real estate, from interest rates to affordable housing initiatives.
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FLK It Over gets NSW agents VOI compliant
FLK It Over, a digital platform is revolutionising how real estate professionals manage their agreements.
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