Hidden victims of council’s 87pc rates hike
North Sydney Council’s decision to almost double its rates will hit two groups of residents more than any others.
Buying
Couple buy home, then realise deposit fail
A young Aussie couple is “beyond excited” to have bought their first property together, but an innocent mistake could have cost them everything.
Massive price cut on dud Block home that won’t sell
It was once the centre of Channel 9’s The Block series attracting multiple buyers, now this penthouse has gone back up for sale with a massive price reduction and no interest.
Menswear king’s $18m pad for sale after $40m upgrade
The co-owner of Lowes Menswear has listed his Vaucluse home for sale with an $18m guide following an upgrade to a Rose Bay mansion that cost nearly $40m.
‘Bondi’s best apartment’ up for grabs
This newly renovated two-bedroom pad in one of the most sought-after blocks in Sydney, has just hit the market with a $14m price tag.
Future of Queen’s $57m royal home revealed
The Queen’s former home has been stuck in limbo for months. The future of the $57 million home just got clearer.
Urgent warning as renters, buyers scammed
Real estate scams are leaving homebuyers without a deposit and renters without a home, but there are ways to keep your money safe. Find out how to spot the red flags.
$100m trump card in Kendrick v Drake feud
As Kendrick Lamar wowed crowds at the Superbowl and Drake gives away money to his fans at shows in Australia — their simmering feud continues to draw international attention.
VIDEO: Tour Brisbane’s record $20m penthouse
A new record has been set for Brisbane’s apartment market with the sale of an iconic penthouse listed for $20m. SEE THE VIDEO
Ray Martin splurges on $4.3m home, pockets $4m
Media legend Ray Martin has scored a stunning new $4.3m home and pocketed $4m for his troubles too.
Rare look inside Meghan’s $20m LA castle
Meghan Markle has offered a rare look into the massive Californian mansion she shares with husband Prince Harry.
Kardashian’s ‘endless’ $22m TV home for sale
Kris Jenner has put her iconic ‘Keeping Up With the Kardashians’ mansion that regularly featured in the hit TV show reluctantly up for sale.
Surprise factor doubling areas’ value
One important factor caused these areas to double in value in just five years, defying economists expectations.
‘No’: Mortgage broker leaves 29yo in shock
A 29-year-old has revealed the meeting with her mortgage broker that made her go “oh my god” afterwards revealing an unexpected reality.
Former Fairfax exec lists luxury pad above Delta
A former Fairfax Media chief executive has listed his luxury apartment in the same block as where superstar Delta Goodrem owns.
Michael Hutchence’s $2.5m love nest for sale
Late INXS frontman Michael Hutchence’s $2.5m love nest, where he hid out in the early days of his superstardom has just hit the market. See what it’s like.
‘Hamburger with the lot’: Home comes loaded with resort backyard
A striking facade, high-end finishes and a resort-style backyard – this Melbourne home has it all. But, there’s one feature that has got buyers talking.
Shock regions for 2025 home price growth
Home prices are falling across the country, but these promising regions are bucking the trend with strong growth
Packer’s ex’s big win after $5m ‘failure’
After two failed campaigns and a sexy makeover, swimwear model-turned-fashion designer Jodhi Meares finally has reason to celebrate.
Inside Justin Bieber’s private $41m pad
Justin Bieber has built an impressive porperty portfolio since his emergence as a child star. His private $41m mansion headlines the list.
Video that Peter Dutton will want to forget
Peter Dutton has been torched over a viral clip during a campaign launch where he proudly reflected on ‘saving diligently’ to buy his first home at 19.
Big bank’s shock double rate cut ahead of RBA
A big four bank has become the first to slash interest rates ahead of the Reserve Bank’s meeting – with more cuts expected to follow.
Designer’s Brighton home has basement turntable, sauna
Designer Kirsty Ristevski’s latest ‘Golden Mile’ project is packed with features, but it’s the unexpected ones that make this $7m home ‘one of a kind.’
Inside battle for Royal Lodge and Frogmore Cottage
The Queen’s Lodge and Frogmore Cottage are two of the most well-known royal property holdings outside Buckingham Palace itself.
Kamala Harris’ secret plan after Trump win exposed
Kamala Harris is reportedly ready to make her next move after losing the US presidential race to Donald Trump.
Feuding celeb exes drag Mariah Carey into fight
Reality TV queen Christina Haack’s bitter divorce has been playing out publicly in the media and on TV screens for months. Now they’ve dragged Mariah Carey into their feud.
$35m perk Ivanka Trump won’t give up
She may have had a falling out with her father and US President Donald Trump over the toll his politics took on her life but there’s one thing Ivanka Trump won’t give up.
RBA cut predicted: Why you won’t get it
A February rate cut by the RBA may not bring Australians as much relief, if this has anything to go by.
Kimberly Guilfoyle moves to sell $22m home
Kimberly Guilfoyle is reportedly looking to sell the home she shared with Donald Trump Jr.
Huge election warning over ‘guinea pig’ homes
Anthony Albanese has been warned not to take short cuts as he looks to prop up the popularity of his government and make up for his failure to meet election promises.
Truth behind Beyonce’s Aussie snub
Beyonce’s historic Grammys win has coincided with an announcement that saddened Aussie fans, but a $500m detail could help explain the move.
Inside man’s $6m one-bedroom ‘dome’ apartment
A US man has shown off the inside of his incredible $6 million one-bedroom ‘dome’ apartment in New York City.
$130k gain in 8 weeks: millennials outpacing Boomers in home game
Millennials are shaking up the Victorian property landscape, outpacing Boomers with surprising investment moves. Find out the strategies turning the property market in their favour.
Gen Z’s wild money expectations exposed
Aussies have revealed how much money they think is a good salary – and those from Gen Z have given a number totally out of whack with everyone else.
Margot Robbie’s jeweller nabs $10m mansion
Actor Margot Robbie’s jeweller has pounced on a glamorous $10m Dover Heights mansion.
$8.25m home hides secret ‘James Bond’ rooms
The secret of this $8.25m home and its James Bond-style passage, that holds not one but two hidden rooms, is that you have to know where to look.
Tiny 35 sqm flat sold for $2.32m
This tiny studio has set a new record and sold for $1.3m above expectations due to just one factor.
Melbourne home prices drop again to begin 2025
Melbourne’s property market has slid again in the new year, with new PropTrack data revealing the areas losing the most value. Find out where is feeling the pain.
Prince Harry shares rare glimpse at $20m mansion
Prince Harry has shared a rare glimpse inside the walls of his $20 million California mansion as he issued a heartfelt plea to the British public.
Josh Brolin reveals move to new $11m home
Hollywood star Josh Brolin has opened up about moving back to his hometown.
Paltrow’s $10 million dollar LA mansion loss
Gwyneth Paltrow has finally sold her LA mansion after it was on the market for eight months. See how much she got.
Savvy way couple lived bill free for a year
This Aussie couple found a smart way to reduce their household costs – and it’s something other families can do without an upfront investment.
Shock reason fresh zone now leads heavy hitters
A surprise new area has beaten powerhitters on a key home feature – and it’s not due to the climate.
Way 27yo bought Syd home exposes Australia
A young Aussie has revealed how she managed to buy a home and still have savings left in the bank, which has exposed a wider trend among young people.
What typical Aus home price will buy you overseas
Australia’s housing affordability has been put in the spotlight, with our median house prices enough to snap up a French chateau, villa, tropical island or Bali retreat.
Cost of building an Aussie home hits shock high amid 70k shortfall
The average cost of building a new house in Australia has hit a shock new high as the nation’s efforts to fight a housing crisis with more homes fell short by almost 70,000 last year.
‘Bruised’: Harry and Meghan ‘moving back to UK’
In an unexpected twist, new whispers that Harry and Meghan could return to the UK has emerged following their “bruised” past.
Clever way Aussie dad makes $150k in 90 days
An Aussie Dad has revealed how he made $2m in profit in four years, including tips for how to make $150,000 in 90 days.
How Ellen deals with neighbours over $30m home
Ellen DeGeneres has reportedly ruffled some feathers with her UK neighbours at her new $30 million home.
Shock cost of having just one extra bedroom
Sydney families are squeezing into ever smaller housing as alarming figures reveal just how much more you have to pay for each additional bedroom in a home.
$370k richer: Insane property hack revealed
Owning a new home might seem out of reach but with this savvy move you can get into the market and earn serious money.
52yo without a house exposes Australia
A man in his fifties has ignited a big conversation about mortgages after revealing the brutal reason he can’t “afford” a home.
‘Impact’ fees costing homeowners plenty
As if there’s not enough costs involved in owning a home, now along come these ‘hidden fees’ to hit even harder.
Ex-footy great is buying up big in twice-flooded town
A former Melbourne football club player is buying up properties around a Victorian town that’s stared down floods twice this decade. Find out why.
Aussie bank’s bold move to try fix nation’s housing shortage
One of Australia’s big banks has thrown its hat in the ring to help build homes in factories and ship them onto building sites in a bid to fix Australia’s housing shortage.
Sneak peek of Christina Haack’s reno show The Flip Off
Christina Haack has launched the season premiere of her reality renovation TV series, The Flip Off.
Twist in Robin Williams’ untouched $29m mansion
The family home of Robin Williams which was said to be his “happy house” has been moved on.
Trump trainer reveals celeb’s fitness secrets
Ivanka Trump‘s luxury personal trainer has revealed the fitness secrets celebrities swear by.
Popular lunar new year gift shifts home prices
Australian home seekers have been getting extra help from China-based parents during the week of lunar new year in the form of red envelopes with a generous gift inside.
Bill Gates turns $3m pad into $207m megamansion
Billionaire tech guru Bill Gates has spun a humble $3m home into a monstrous $207m mansion where he plans to spend the rest of his days.
Archibald Prize winning artist’s creative haven for sale
Archibald Prize winning artist Guy Maestri is selling his $2.7m home, that’s full of some of Australia’s greatest art and holds some of the secrets of his success.
Sydney’s skinniest waterfront has eyewatering price
Sydney’s skinniest waterfront is about to hit the market to kick off the year in real estate and it has a jawdropping price tag, despite its size.
Last of big banks pulls surprise rate cut move
The last of Australia’s big four banks has had a sudden change of heart, pulling a rate cut move that will see homeowners save hundreds of dollars.
Rare look at star’s unconventional home life
‘Home Alone’ star Macaulay Culkin has shared a rare glimpse into his unconventional home life as Papa T-rex.
‘Wouldn’t exist’: Huge Chinese cash claim
Aussies are overwhelmingly in favour of Peter Dutton’s vow to block wealthy Chinese investors from snapping up properties Down Under. But there’s more to the story.
Royal family’s odd new hideout
A Royal family member’s $7m hideout has been revealed as the firm prepares to welcome a new baby.
Gross reality of MAFS revealed
It’s the rather unglamorous and uncomfortable side of Married at First Sight that the show’s producers don’t want you to know about.
Where you should have bought a home a year ago
If you had bought in these suburbs at the start of 2024 you would be very pleased with yourself.
Meghan, Harry savaged as ‘local villains’
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have greatly upset their well-heeled and A-list neighbours due to their recent fame-grabbing antics, it seems.
‘Held it for years’: Stubborn Aussies’ big win
An Aussie family has hit a multimillion-dollar payday on their coveted block after years of holding off developers.
‘Sad’: Working Aussies jump on retiree trend
A young mum revealing the reason she sold her “dream home” has exposed a larger “sad sale” trend happening across Australia.
What’s driving Vic couples back to inner city living
Discover how Victorian buyers are trading suburban commutes for city living, uncovering real estate bargains with character, charm, and convenience.
Roxy Jacenko’s controversial giveaway home under offer
There’s a been a new twist in one of the most unusual real estate stories of the last 12 months involving PR guru Roxy Jacenko.
‘On our backs’: Fury over Boomer norm
A young Aussie has broken down in tears as she reveals the “shame” she feels over a very common housing issue.
When Aussie home prices will spike
Australian house prices are expected to struggle for a period of time before surging strongly, according to a new report.
Housing crisis horror: One bedroom for $1m
One-bedroom units are selling for more than $1m across Queensland’s southeast as housing costs continue to bite.
Celebrity gardener rolls dice on $3.5m move
TV star Charlie Albone and his wife, interior designer Juliet Love, are punting on a $3.5m move.
Major shakeup for The Block 2025
Construction has kicked off on The Block 2025, with something happening on site that has never been done before on the show.
Crucial mistakes too many homebuyers are making
Too many prospective homebuyers are doing things you should never do, if you want to be successful in the search for your next property.
‘Game changer’: Buyers flock to surprise suburbs
An infamous gangland hub was one of several surprise entries to a list of Australia’s most sought after suburbs for homebuyers.
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