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‘National disgrace’: Banks profit while first home buyers struggle

Major banks have come under fire for cashing in on the government’s First Home Guarantee scheme by charging high interest ...

By Gemma Crotty • 03 Oct 2025

‘Not the time for off-market’: Perth agents under the pump as sellers set the pace

Perth’s entry into the million-dollar club has pushed agents to adapt, sharpen their strategies, and navigate a ...

By Emilie Lauer • 20 Jan 2026

‘Please explain’: 25 NSW agencies under fire for underquoting

The NSW government has ramped up its underquoting crackdown, issuing notices to 25 real estate agencies after the ...

By Emilie Lauer • 26 Nov 2025

‘Reputational damage’: Sacked JLL agents hit back with federal lawsuit

Two agents have sued their former global commercial real estate employer after being sacked over a workplace scandal, ...

By Mathew Williams • 16 Oct 2025

‘Sell the dream’: How agent storytelling can spark buyer interest

Storytelling has become a key part of agents’ marketing strategies, engaging buyers and sparking excitement by showcasing ...

By Gemma Crotty • 07 Jan 2026

‘Serious misconduct’ by an agency staff member sees unfair dismissal case thrown out

The applicant for an unfair dismissal claim has denied allegations of misconduct from her boss while she schemed to ...

By Carlos TSE • 26 Nov 2025

‘Starting from scratch’: How a western Sydney agent made the leap to the eastern suburbs

Successful agents often spend years building local connections, but switching markets means hitting the reset button, a ...

By Mathew Williams • 07 Nov 2025

‘Stop talking, start winning’: How innovation can drive business success

Industry leaders who aren’t afraid of failure and openly embrace innovation will be the best positioned to drive ...

By Mathew Williams • 09 Dec 2025

‘Strategic regional triangle’: Raine & Horne launches new Braidwood premises

Real estate group Raine and Horne has launched a new office in Braidwood as rising investor demand hits the tight NSW ...

By Mathew Williams • 02 Sep 2025

‘Talent war’: How being a remarkable leader attracts and keeps top teams

Business leaders have been urged to lift their standards and be the best version of themselves to drive growth and ...

By Mathew Williams • 26 Nov 2025

‘The AI elephant in the room’: New policy shields agencies from risk

The increased use of AI across the industry has led the Real Estate Employers’ Federation to introduce a new policy aimed ...

By Mathew Williams • 22 Sep 2025

‘Ugly ducklings’: How to handle outdated homes

Agents who face the challenge of hard-to-sell properties push their limits, refine their skills, and fast-track their ...

By Mathew Williams • 20 Jan 2026

‘What I wish I knew’: Top 10 tips for starting a real estate career

Every career comes with lessons learned the hard way, and real estate is no different. A leading agent took a stroll down ...

By Mathew Williams • 27 Jan 2026

‘What worked in the past won’t carry you forward’: How DiJones University is preparing agents for tomorrow’s market

The real estate agent who thrived five years ago may struggle to compete in the next five, as technology, regulation, and ...

By Liam Garman • 11 Mar 2026

‘You don’t want me as an enemy’: Agent loses his temper over leaf blower

A veteran real estate agent resigned his position “effective immediately” following a heated altercation with a young ...

By Emilie Lauer • 13 Feb 2026

$12m NT first home scheme extended

The Northern Territory government has announced the extension of its HomeGrown build grants program as it looks to ...

By Mathew Williams • 05 Feb 2026

$15k fine: Dodgy builder under fire over unlicensed work

A builder has been slapped with a $15,000 fine after pleading guilty to multiple charges related to offences carried out ...

By Gemma Crotty • 30 Jan 2026