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New South Wales (NSW)

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McGrath expands with two new offices in Orange and Molong

McGrath further extends its presence in regional areas with two new offices in Orange and Molong with local experts.

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The Economy

Westpac research reveals more homeowners are planning to sell a property

Westpac research released today has found more Australians are thinking about selling their home with four in ten (39%) homeowners planning to list in the next five years, an increase of 9 percentage points since November 2020.

National

People

3 Powerful Communication Tips for Agents: Rik Rushton

An accomplished communications professional and performance coach, Rik Rushton has worked with agencies around Australia, as well as big-name institutions like: Emirates, Holden, Cricket Australia, Collingwood Football Club and many more.

National

The Economy

John McGrath – A million dollar median has created wealth for many homeowners

Here are the million dollar markets of the East Coast according to John McGrath founder and executive director of McGrath Estate Agents.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

Featured Property

‘St. Brelades’: Tightly held Woolwich home in premium waterfront location - Ray White

Occupying a street-to-waterfront landholding featuring stunning river views, this Woolwich trophy home is for sale by Chris Wilkins of Ray White Drummoyne.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

Featured Property

Brand new architect designed home Paddington - The Agency

Geoform Architect designed Paddington home for sale by Ben Collier of The Agency, who told WILLIAMS MEDIA, "Its very rare that a brand new home in Paddington hits the market."

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

Featured Property

Contemporary family and entertainers' Wooloowin sanctuary for sale - Place

Only 7Km from Brisbane CBD this stunning home in leafy Wooloowin designed by Profile Architecture is for sale by Patrick McKinnon of Place Ascot.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

Featured Property

Prestigious Robertson home offers contemporary luxury 15 minutes from Brisbane City - Sotheby’s

For sale by Michael Vettoretto of Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty, who told WILLIAMS MEDIA the magnificent home "makes its mark" from the outset.

Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne Brighton

People

Get to know Tracy Tian Belcher of Kay & Burton

“I often feel blessed to live in such a beautiful part of the world and I am privileged to have a job selling this wonderful lifestyle to my clients.”

National Victoria (Vic.)Melbourne

Architecture

Founder of Carr architecture and interior design studio Sue Carr recognised in 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours

In recognition of significant service to interior design, to education, and to women in business. "I am humbled to have been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia. It has been a rich and rewarding journey, and one I continue to share with so many remarkable and talented people."

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http://www.afr.com/real-estate/bill-gates-just-bought-a-huge-chunk-of-land-to-build-his-own-smart-city-20171116-gzn6do

Bill Gates just bought a huge chunk of land to build his own 'smart city'

The richest man in the United States wants to build his own city.

The Australian Financial Review

https://theconversation.com/how-liar-loans-undermine-sound-lending-practices-87073

How ‘liar loans’ undermine sound lending practices

How truthful are we when it comes to negotiating loans in Australia?

The Conversation

https://www.mortgagebusiness.com.au/breaking-news/11685-bank-highlights-lgbtqi-financial-discrimination?utm_source=MortgageBusiness&utm_campaign=MBDaily%20bulletin16_11_17&utm_medium=email&utm_content=2

Bank highlights LGBTQI financial discrimination

The marriage law postal survey has thrown a light on the need to provide better financial support to the LGBTQI community, says St George Bank.

Mortgage Business

https://www.dezeen.com/2017/11/16/survey-leading-architecture-firms-reveals-shocking-lack-gender-diversity-senior-levels/amp/

Survey of top architecture firms reveals "quite shocking" lack of gender diversity at senior levels

Just three of the world's 100 biggest architecture firms are headed by women, a survey by Dezeen has found.

Dezeen

http://www.afr.com/real-estate/local-developer-snaps-up-defaulted-apartment-site-for-32-million-20171117-gzntkv

Local developer snaps up defaulted apartment site for $32m

A local developer has snapped up a 7879sqm amalgamated site in Pymble, in Sydney's north, for $23m, after a syndicate of Chinese buyers failed to settle on the site due to capital transfer constraints in China.

The Australian Financial Review

https://www.domain.com.au/news/empty-melbourne-properties-should-be-offered-to-lowincome-tenants-advocates-say-20171119-gznak5/

Empty Melbourne properties should be offered to low-income tenants, advocates say

In the wake of a new vacancy tax, housing advocates want owners of empty properties in inner Melbourne to consider renting to tenants on low incomes.

Domain

http://www.afr.com/business/banking-and-finance/nab-staff-sacked-over-missing-home-loan-documentation-20171116-gzmi65

NAB staff sacked over missing home loan documentation

National Australia Bank has parted ways with 20 bankers and disciplined another 32 after discovering it sold around 2,300 home loans based on inaccurate or incomplete information and documentation.

The Australian Financial Review

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/property/chinese-investors-lead-charge-for-two-sydney-towers/news-story/30413bd73cb868d18de65f731d90b957

Chinese investors lead charge for two Sydney towers

Chinese investors are targeting more towers in the heart of Sydney, striking two property deals with a combined value of about $450m.

The Australian