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Japanese investors dominate Australian office market with $600m Sydney purchase
Japanese property investors continue to lead the Australian commercial property market with Daibiru Corporation acquiring a premium Sydney tower for approximately $600 million, marking the largest office transaction of the year.
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Rental growth slows but landlords still hold the upper hand
Australia's rental market is showing signs of cooling with growth hitting a four-year low, though landlords remain firmly in control across all capital cities.
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Tariffs, trade and turmoil: how global uncertainty could shake up Australia’s housing market
A trade war might be unfolding on the other side of the globe, but its impact is hitting closer to home. Domain research unpacks how tensions between major global economies are sending ripple effects through Australia’s property landscape.
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Housing market maintains growth momentum following February rate cut
The housing market has recorded its third consecutive month of price growth, with March data showing continued momentum following February's interest rate reduction.
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Home prices reach record high after February rate cut
National home prices have climbed to a record high in March, continuing their upward momentum following the Reserve Bank's February interest rate cut.
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Diamonds star at real estate event
RE/MAX Australia invited its highest achievers to an exclusive event recently, held at the Calile Hotel in Brisbane.
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Experts predict RBA to hold cash rate in April
Almost all experts believe the Reserve Bank of Australia will maintain the cash rate at 4.10 per cent in April, despite growing pressure for further cuts to ease mortgage stress.
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Easter-ANZAC holiday period creates prime selling window for vendors
The rare alignment of Easter and ANZAC Day within a single week this year presents an exceptional opportunity for vendors to attract serious buyers.
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Co-working spaces are booming and profits are growing
Australia's flexible workspace industry is experiencing strong growth with operators reporting increased revenue, rising profitability, and high confidence levels.
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Investor loans spike nationwide as NSW hits record high
Investor loans have jumped 22 per cent across Australia over the past year, more than tripling the growth rate of owner-occupier loans according to a new report.
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Labor expands “Help to Buy” scheme to reach more homebuyers
The federal government will significantly expand its "Help to Buy" shared equity housing scheme in the Federal Budget, raising both income and property price caps to make the program accessible to more Australians.
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Real estate women reset and recharge at Queensland event
Over 200 women from Queensland's real estate industry gathered at Brisbane's Cloudland for the Leading Ladies of Real Estate Reset and Recharge series, focusing on mental wellbeing and professional growth.
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Elections don’t actually impact the property market
Contrary to popular belief, Federal elections have little effect on Australia's property market, according to new research.
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Rock icons and fine wine: Tallagandra Hill hits the market
A celebrity-favourite winery and events venue, which has hosted some of Australia’s biggest music legends, is now on the market.
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Five years on: COVID-19’s lasting impact on Australia’s housing market
Five years after COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, its influence on Australia’s housing market remains strong, with national home values rising 38.4% since March 2020.
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Housing taxes now account for half the cost of a new home
Government taxes and charges on new housing have doubled in some Australian cities over the past five years, with new homebuyers now spending up to 15 years of their mortgage just paying off these costs.
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New homes require smaller mortgages in five states
Homebuyers in five Australian states are taking out smaller mortgages for new homes than for established properties, challenging the notion that new builds always come with premium price tags.
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Renovations add value, but not as much as you think
Homeowners considering renovations can expect to make back at least their costs, but several other factors impact the actual value added to properties.
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BDM Summit & PM Summit 2025 – How Two Industry Leaders Created the Events That Changed the Game
When Sarah Cincotta, founder of RISE with Sarah Cincotta, and Hermione Gardiner, founder of Sidekick Coaching and Consulting, started their careers in property management, they quickly noticed a recurring pattern—BDMs were expected to generate leads and convert landlords with little guidance, while PMs juggled retention, client relationships, and mounting workloads in an increasingly competitive market. Both spent years refining their…
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Property market gains momentum as new listings spike in February
Australia’s property market showed renewed momentum in February, with new listings rising across major capital cities and auction clearance rates improving, according to the latest data from Domain. New supply reached a four-month high, marking the second-highest February level on record.
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REACH Australia & New Zealand unveils 2025 cohort: six trailblazing companies set to transform real estate
Second Century Ventures, the venture capital arm of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), proudly announces the 2025 REACH Australia and New Zealand program, featuring six innovative companies poised to revolutionise the real estate industry.
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High-end property markets signal broader recovery ahead
Australia's premium property markets are showing strong signs of recovery, potentially signaling a broader market turnaround according to recent data.
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Rental affordability hits record low across Australia
Rental affordability in Australia has deteriorated to its worst level since records began in 2008, with median-income households able to afford just over a third of available rentals.
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Sydney among world’s most expensive luxury property markets
Sydney has secured its position as one of the world's most expensive luxury property markets, ranking 11th globally according to a new report.
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New home approvals rise, signalling progress for housing supply
New home building approvals in Australia have reached their highest level since December 2022, offering some positive news for the construction industry.
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Hope for housing affordability after RBA rate cut
Housing affordability in Australia might be at a record low, but the RBA rate cut suggests 2025 may bring welcome relief for both buyers and renters.
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Regional migration trend started well before COVID
More Australians are moving from capital cities to regional areas in a long-term trend that began well before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research.
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Coalition announces FIRB overhaul
A Dutton Government has pledged to establish a taskforce to reform the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB), Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor has announced.
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Queensland set to usher in the next wave of million-dollar suburbs
Queensland has emerged as the leading state in Australia's next wave of million-dollar suburbs, claiming four of the top 10 spots according to new research.
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REA Group invests in rural property data platform Agtuary
REA Group has announced it will acquire a minority stake in Agtuary, a platform specialising in rural property and environmental data insights.
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Megan Kimpton returns to Barry Plant
Barry Plant’s growth team adds a familiar face as Megan Kimpton returns.
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Builders launch federal election campaign to address housing crisis
Master Builders Australia has launched its federal election campaign, demanding concrete action from all political parties to address Australia's housing crisis.
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Ray White generates nearly 10,000 appraisals in 17th call-a-thon
Ray White's 17th Real Estate of Origin call-a-thon has secured an impressive 9,568 property appraisals across Australasia in a single day, powered by the group's NurtureCloud technology platform.
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Aussie homeownership dreams remain strong despite market pressures
A new LJ Hooker survey has revealed that despite soaring property prices and mortgage pressures, Australians remain committed to the dream of owning their own home. The findings highlight a continued belief in real estate as a solid investment, as well as the key home features buyers refuse to compromise on.
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China leads foreign investment in Australian real estate
Foreign investment in Australian residential real estate continues to show strength with China leading the way in approved residential property purchases.
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