Author name: Sheryl Carpente

All day, every day I am faced with the reality that our industry is fundamentally challenged to service our customers to the level they would find meaningful. That might sound harsh, and you, dear reader, I acknowledge, may be in the minority of service-first minded agents who move heaven and earth to provide exceptional service […]

The Real Estate Institute of Australia’s (REIA) September quarter report found that price growth is varying considerably across the country. Perth has emerged as a growth leader, recording a 0.9 per cent increase in house prices and a remarkable 4.1 per cent growth in unit values.  Meanwhile, Canberra experienced the steepest decline, with house prices

According to Reuters, the expansion comes as part of a growing partnership with Dubai-based luxury developer Dar Global, which will see new projects across the Gulf region, including developments in both Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Eric Trump, Executive Vice President of the Trump Organisation, confirmed the company’s ambitious plans for the region,

The Agency has expanded its footprint in Sydney’s Inner West with the addition of sister brands Callagher and Kellys to their growing network. The strategic move brings over 1,500 property managements to The Agency’s portfolio, pushing their total management count above 12,000 properties. This expansion follows The Agency’s 2023 acquisition of Devine Real Estate, further

Principal and Licensee Brent Spooner has expanded his business operations in Western Australia’s South West, acquiring offices in Busselton and Dunsborough as part of a significant merger deal. The expansion increases LJ Hooker South West WA’s presence to four offices, including existing locations in Bunbury and Collie. Mr Spooner, 39, has achieved remarkable growth since

The Announcement: McGrath Estate Agents has strengthened its Victorian presence with the opening of McGrath Clayton, to be led by experienced local agents Ethan He and Jason Xi. The new office, strategically positioned in the heart of Monash, will service areas from Notting Hill to Springvale, and from Noble Park and Mulgrave to Oakleigh South.

The Announcement: Ouwens Casserly Real Estate has strengthened its market position through the acquisition of Muirhead Property Management and Property Management S.A., while simultaneously launching OC Short-Term Rentals and opening a new South Coast office in Goolwa. These strategic moves significantly expand the agency’s property management portfolio and geographical presence across South Australia. The acquisitions

The Announcement: Michael Barber has partnered with Australasia’s largest real estate group to open Ray White Charlestown, building on his extensive experience in the local market. Mr Barber, who established his own agency in 2017, has joined forces with Ray White to enhance his service offering in the growing Newcastle and Lake Macquarie region. His

The Housing Industry Association has appointed Brad Armitage as Executive Director NSW, bringing hands-on building experience to the leadership role. Mr Armitage, who started his career as a carpenter, has been with HIA since 2017, serving in various roles including Assistant Director – Building Services and Assistant Director – Planning and Building. He has held