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INDUSTRY NEWS
Nicole Jacobs joins Cohen Handler as Managing Director for Victoria
Leading Melbourne buyers advocate Nicole Jacobs has partnered with Cohen Handler to lead its Victorian operations.
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Movers and Shakers
Mark and Sam Forde Launch Harris South Coast
Mark and Sam Forde are set to launch Harris South Coast, marking a new chapter in the region’s real estate landscape.
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Student housing sector to thrive despite international cap
Australia's student accommodation sector is expected to remain resilient despite the Federal Government's proposed cap on international student numbers, according to an expert.
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Affordable options still available for buyers with a small deposit
Despite rising property prices, there’s still hope out there from buyers with a deposit under $100,000.
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Population growth outpaces housing supply
Australia's population has hit 27 million, growing at a pace that is outstripping new housing supply, according to the Housing Industry Association (HIA).
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Buyers take the lead as listings surge
Buyers are back in the driver's seat with surging property listings across the country providing more opportunities and reduced competition.Â
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Housing affordability measures fail to capture true costs
Current housing affordability measures are not accurately reflecting the real housing costs for lower-income households, according to new research.
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Industry wants more houses, not student caps
The government needs to do more than just cap international student numbers to deal with the housing crisis according to the industry.
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Proposed tax reforms would make negative gearing only available to some investors
A new report from RMIT University suggests using Australia's tax system to incentivise property investors to improve conditions for private renters.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Daniel Robinson: authenticity and focus drive success on the Mornington Peninsula
Daniel Robinson can clearly remember the moment when he knew he loved helping people in his real estate career.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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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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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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Movers and Shakers
Louis and Kathy d’Espagnac open Coronis Pelican Waters
Louis and Kathy d'Espagnac have opened Coronis Pelican Waters, a new partnership franchise with the Coronis Group.
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Movers and Shakers
Leanne Nehme relocates to Bella Vista
Leanne Nehme has moved her LJ Hooker agency to a new location in Bella Vista, rebranding as LJ Hooker Bella Vista.
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Movers and Shakers
Ray White Queensland celebrates top performers at annual awards
Ray White Queensland has recognised its top performers at the 2023-24 annual awards ceremony held in Brisbane.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New listings hit a decade high in the capital cities
Capital cities have experienced a significant increase in new listings, with Sydney, Melbourne, and Canberra recording their highest August figures in over a decade, according to new data.
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Strata industry faces calls for higher standards
Real estate industry bodies in New South Wales and Victoria are demanding higher professional standards for strata managers as misconduct comes to light.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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INDUSTRY NEWS
Victorian Government’s Airbnb tax faces backlash from investors
Victorian Government’s Airbnb tax faces backlash from investors
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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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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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Movers and Shakers
Lydia Sheridan Takes the Helm as JLL’s New Head of Marketing for ANZ
Lydia Sheridan has been appointed as JLL's new Head of Marketing for Australia and New Zealand. With 17 years of experience, she will lead the marketing strategy across the region, focusing on brand growth, sustainability efforts, and client engagement. Sheridan joins JLL’s Australasian Executive Committee and Global Field Marketing Leadership Team.
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Movers and Shakers
Haiven Property expands its reach in Perth
Award-winning independent Perth agency Haiven Property is getting set to open a new location in Applecross, amidst another year of strong growth for the business.
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Movers and Shakers
Shady and Narges Attia launch Attia Real Estate
Shady and Narges Attia are looking to expand their growing reputation, having launched their own real estate brand, Attia Real Estate, through OASIS powered by @realty.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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INDUSTRY NEWS
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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