Aussies uncover ‘secret listings’ in unknown hack
There is an unexpected hack that Aussies are exploiting, which has uncovered “secret listings” in some of the country’s most high-demand areas.
Buying
Huge twist: Woman pays $1.60 in wild home sale
A woman has revealed how she snapped up a property for under $2 and the huge twist that came after the purchase.
Woman changes home locks after mistake
A US woman has been forced to change the locks at her new home after making a huge security mistake.
Revealed: Australia’s 50 ‘safest’ suburbs to invest in
Australia’s top 50 safest suburbs to invest in may not be the hottest but they’re the steadiest performers – and one state holds half of them. See the list.
Zendaya and Tom Holland’s property empire
Celebrity power couple Zendaya and Tom Holland have reportedly taken their relationship to the next level. It also means they’ve taken their property portfolios to the next level too.
‘Fake’: New Meghan Markle lie exposed
Fans are calling out the Duchess of Sussex after revelations her life in the US is a lie.
No chill: Cost of living could trigger record start to home sales
Australia’s surging cost of living could throw a spanner in the works for peak selling season, and trigger a record early start to 2025 home sales.
‘Worrying’: home approvals drop in blow to Albo housing plan
The Albanese government’s key housing crisis policy has taken another blow as economists warn declines in approvals are now at “worrying” levels.
Interest from LA, London and HK in old flour mill
‘You’d have to be stupid to have done what I’ve done,’ says the owner of an old flour mill that’s attracting international interest.
‘No surprise’ this feature is rocketing up homebuyers’ wishlists
As the cost-of-living crisis continues, home buyers on every budget are looking for ways to save big money, resulting in a 31 per cent surge in popularity of this surprising big-ticket feature. Find out why.
James Packer’s dud sell in $500m shake up
A major $500 million shake up has began after James Packer sold an investment for much less than it was potentially worth.
Kanye’s $53m deal to save Censori marriage
US rapper Kanye West continues to play down divorce rumours with Aussie wife Bianca Censori, and this $53m deal will help.
$200k salary for a home: Qld workers priced out of 846 suburbs
Depressing new figures show that the average Queensland worker is now priced out of 846 suburbs across the state, and it will only get worse before it gets better. Here’s why.
Sydney’s last suburbs affordable on salary under $100k
Rapid price growth during a period of higher interest rates has meant only 14 Sydney suburbs remain affordable for home seekers on a modest income.
Exes’ lives exposed after bitter star breakups
Once the red carpets and cameras are gone following sometimes ugly break-ups, these celebrity exes find themselves living much different lives.
‘Dangerous’: Warning on Aussie house prices
A property expert has warned Australia’s property market could be a ‘dangerous’ purchase in 2025, with investors risking hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Where Qld property prices are tipped to boom
Property prices in regional Queensland are set to explode in 2025, with one city set to see the nation’s biggest price jump amid forecasts it will grow by a massive 30 per cent.
How the housing crisis is changing what buyers look for in a home
Qld summers can be hotter than a shearer’s armpit so its no surprise that pools and airconditioning top buyer’s wishlists. But there is an even more pressing issue surging up the ranks.
Earth-shattering interest rates call
Aussies might not get a break from the cost of living crisis at all in 2025, with experts predicting interest rates aren’t going anywhere.
Surprise NSW spots to invest in 2025
These are the surprising areas across NSW where property experts claim will outperform the rest of the market in 2025.
Sydney home prices fall for third straight month
Sydney home prices have dropped by margins not seen in years – a trend expected to continue into the new year.
$62k houses, fainting bidders: Craziest things that occurred around Victoria
Melbourne’s 2024 property market delivered record breaking deals, emotional moments, and quirky surprises. See some of the most surprising events.
Aussie homes that smashed 2024 records
Huge amounts of money were spent on homes in parts of the nation throughout 2024. These were the top record breakers.
Elvis home exactly how he left it after $5.6m row
A rare look inside Elvis’ Graceland mansion has been revealed for the first time, following a $5.6 million family row. It shows unexpected details of the pop legend.
Inside Michael Jordan’s $103m private jet
Michael Jordan has dropped a jaw-dropping $103 million on a customised private jet, which pays tribute to his iconic line of Air Jordan sneakers.
Star wins to keep sunroom in $7.7m home
Celebrity interior designer Celia Sawyer has won her dispute over a luxury sunroom she built without permission in the garden of her UK home.
Selena Gomez’s secret $1.8bn empire
As her net worth surges past the $1bn mark, singing and acting is only a part of what makes up Selena Gomez’s massive fortune.
Prince Andrew’s plans for $57m Royal Lodge revealed
Prince Andrew has come up with a cynical plan to remain at his royal mansion amid his bitter feud with King Charles.
Yolanda Hadid, Kylie Jenner’s ex-home could sell for $52m
A LA mansion with a star-studded history is looking for a new owner, complete with a whopping price tag.
Justin Timberlake offloads $11m home amid plummeting popularity
Justin Timberlake has offloaded his sprawling 127-acre, $11m ranch amid fallout from his DUI arrest and his plummeting popularity.
Kanye’s bombshelter shocker to cost him $21m
The disastrous renovation of an $80m mansion by controversial rapper Kanye West, coined ‘a bombshelter and a Batcave’ is set to cost him millions and millions and millions.
Harry, Meghan’s big move after being kicked out of royal home
The Sussexes’ future plans have reportedly been revealed after the royal couple made a huge decision.
‘Homesick’ Prince Harry eyes off new English home
In a dramatic turnaround, a ‘homesick’ Prince Harry is looking for a new place to live back in England.
Inside Christmas Eve at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago
Ivanka Trump celebrated Christmas Eve at Mar-a-Lago while her dad, President-elect Donald Trump, played DJ, according to reports.
$33bn: Royals mind-blowing real estate portfolio revealed
The Royal Family is raking in around $50m in profit every year from a property portfolio worth an incredible $33bn. Here’s how.
Vanilla Ice’s $30m ‘for doing nothing’
One-hit wonder Vanilla Ice turned his initial success into a $30m business empire — all thanks to wise investments.
Fresh Twist in $38m Chris Pratt family saga
Hollywood star Chris Pratt has suffered a fresh blow that is costing him up to $38m as he awaits a life-changing moment.
Ryan Reynolds’ astonishing property portfolio revealed
Hollywood super couple Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively have a massive property portfolio built on their fame.
‘Musical properties’ for royals at Christmas
Members of the royal family have a plethora of lavish properties to choose from at Christmas and they aren’t afraid to move.
Sylvester Stallone abandons plans for $54m mansion
Sylvester Stallone has abandoned his plan to protect his Florida mansion after a fierce backlash from neighbours.
Broke Kevin Spacey forced to sell $10m home
Embattled actor Kevin Spacey says he has been forced to sell his $10 waterfront home after being ‘many millions’ of dollars in debt.
King Charles, Prince Andrew at war over 30-room mansion
King Charles is threatening to cut ties completely with his brother Prince Andrew, as ‘the siege of Royal Lodge’ reaches breaking point.
Grohl’s big problem after lovechild scandal
Foo Fighters rocker Dave Grohl’s bombshell lovechild news could affect more than just his marriage.
Multimillion-dollar celeb splits revealed
Some of the biggest celebrity splits can end up costing the people involved millions and millions of dollars — but what does it mean for their homes?
‘Golden era’: Shock 2025 property forecast
Experts have revealed the real estate markets set to surge and stumble in 2025 and there are plenty of surprises.
Aussie icon lists inner-city apartment for sale
An Aussie icon has listed her inner-Sydney apartment with city skyline views for a very attractive asking price, suggesting she wants a quick deal.
Inside Home Alone star‘s rural home
“Home Alone” star Daniel Stern has shared a glimpse into his life on a remote cattle ranch after quitting Hollywood.
Top 20 home sales of 2024 revealed
Nearly $150m was spent on just five homes in Queensland in 2024 in a year that saw the state’s record smashedkto cashed-up billionaires, entrepreneurs, and fund managers among others. See the top sales.
Why Mornington Peninsula homes could be a 2025 steal
Plunging prices and limited competition are making the Mornington Peninsula a buyer’s dream. Find out the suburbs offering luxury and affordability before the market heats up.
‘Furious’: Bitter $10m Harry Potter war explodes
Harry Potter star Rupert Grint has been dragged back into an explosive neighbour dispute after committing “a tragic act of vandalism”.
Christina Haack’s new TV reno series revealed
Fresh details continue to emerge about TV star Christina Haack’s new home renovation reality series.
The 10 biggest home sales of 2024
Fund managers, coal barons, and car dealers are among the buyers of the most expensive homes in 2024. See the top 10.
Kidman forced to ‘apologise’ to her neighbours
Nicole Kidman has revealed how she apologised to her neighbours over a feature of her home.
Aussie suburbs set to boom in 2025
‘A new era in property is approaching’ according to Aussie real estate guru John McGrath and these are the suburbs set to benefit most in 2025.
‘Selfish b*tch’: Neighbour’s act sparks fury
A woman bought her dream home in a secluded spot with a creek running through her property, thinking she’d hit the jackpot. Then everything went south.
Aussie suburbs car lovers should target
Luxury garages, monster sheds and parking palaces – discover the surprise Aussie suburbs where car lovers are living large and parking even larger.
Listed: Every housing hand-out you can get
Never in Australia’s history has so much been handed out to help taxpayers have homes, with record financial leg-ups going as high as $56k in one state.
NRL v AFL: Star players’ secret riches exposed
Unlike their on field exploits watched by millions, Australia’s richest footballers are quietly and cleverly earning plenty of money away from the game.
Simple trick to building a property empire
Some of Australia’s smartest property investors have used a different kind of approach to build portfolios worth millions and millions.
How much is a home with a view worth in Australia?
Home hunters can expect to fork out up to $800,000 more for a home with a view in Australia — but it depends on the type.
Secret fortune: ‘Toxic’ Ellen’s last laugh
“Toxic” comedian Ellen DeGeneres is climbing back up after a string of controversy but a hidden empire may have saved her.
‘Cult-status’: Inside abandoned home all of Melbourne wanted to see
From a dilapidated mansion to multimillion-dollar estates, Victoria’s most-viewed homes reveal a surprising change in the market for 2024. SEE THE TOP 10
Australia’s richest home in ‘unwanted’ $200m carve-up
A mystery syndicate headed up by a ‘nobody known as Joe’ is set to take an ‘unwanted’ wrecking ball to one of Australia’s most famous and most expensive houses.
Stallone flaunts insane wealth with wild buy
Hollywood icon Sylvester Stallone might have sold his wife’s jewellery in desperation before his career took off but that isn’t a problem now and this purchase proves it.
$1bn record reveals insane Aussie trend
It hasn’t been a year for the faint-hearted when it comes to the most expensive homes in Australia.
$3.16bn later: Taylor Swift crushes pop rivals
Superstar Taylor Swift will close out 2024 with a crushing win over her pop rivals including Rihanna, Madonna and Beyonce and she is busying making the most of it.
F45 co-founder’s surprise new $26m plan
F45 co-founder Rob Deutsch is looking to shake things up with a new $26m play.
Losses pile up for dodgy Aus builder victims
The structural cracking calamity that took place on Christmas Eve in 2018 continues to haunt the victims of one of Australia’s dodgiest buildings.
Stallone sparks fury over plans for $54m pad
Sylvester Stallone has reportedly sparked outrage from his neighbours over his plans for his $54 million mansion.
Is this Australia’s cheapest home?
It’s been labelled “uninhabitable” by a local council, but this rural Aussie property has been snapped up in what might be called the country’s cheapest ever property sale.
$200k loss: Where renters beat landlords
Sick of hearing about investors who made big money in the property market? Well, Barefoot Investor Scott Pape shows the suburbs where the tables have turned.
Star finds buyer for $30m pad amid money struggles
Jim Carrey has finally landed a buyer for his Los Angeles mansion after slashing the asking price amid his recent money struggles.
Ex-AFL stalwart Shaun Higgins’ makes millions in Bayside
Former AFL star Shaun Higgins and his wife Heidi have scored a multimillion-dollar deal for their luxe Bayside family home on the eve of Christmas. Find out how much it sold for.
Man transforms 115-year-old train car into ‘magical’ Airbnb
A man who bought a 115-year-old train car for $3,000 has transformed it into a wild lucrative side hustle that has left many stunned. Take a look inside.
‘My Wi-Fi router caught fire and destroyed my home’
A woman is issuing a grave warning to homeowners after claiming her property was destroyed in a fire that she said was caused by her Wi-Fi router overheating.
Ariana Grande’s wild gesture to Wicked co-star
Ariana Grande is worth a staggering $360 million, a sum which contrasts starkly with Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo. How she approached that gap is blowing people away.
Trump ‘love triangle’ to spark $10m battle
Donald Trump Jr is putting on a smile as his father’s new US presidency looms but there’s a new battle brewing at home.
Campbell-Gillard’s big $2m off season play
NRL star Campbell-Gillard is zeroing in on a huge offseason play as he settles down with his new club.
‘In tears’: Bayside auction sparks bidding frenzy
A Beaumaris home has stunned its vendors when it smashed expectations at auction, after initially dropping their price hopes. Find out what drove buyers to this mid-century home.
Macaulay Culkin nearly buys $7.9m Home Alone house
Macaulay Culkin reveals he nearly bought the real-life “Home Alone” house when it came on the market. Find out why he decided against it.
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