Property Market stories
JLL has launched the AI-powered Property Assistant to enhance property performance and boost financial returns across retail, industrial and office sectors.
Australia's data centre market is booming, with regional sites rising fast due to AI advances and renewable energy, doubling facilities in five years.
Fit out costs are on the rise across APAC, with Tokyo maintaining its position as the priciest city at USD $195 per square foot, according to Cushman & Wakefield.
BRKZ has secured USD $17 million in Series A funding to enhance construction procurement in Saudi Arabia, raising total funds to USD $22.5 million.
The proptech company Bricks and Agent almost tripled in size (185% of revenue growth) last year and now has more than 1,300,000 users in ANZ and the UK.
FortHill Fund launches a NZD $50 million raise to expand its industrial property portfolio across Auckland, Christchurch, and Otago amid rising demand.
Block Earner launches Australia's first Bitcoin-backed home loan, letting investors use Bitcoin as security for deposit finance without selling their crypto.
Credas launches the UK's first reusable compliance wallet to cut property ID checks from 5.4 to one, speeding up homebuying with verified digital credentials.
Keller Williams Singapore launches with a SGD $10m platform, offering realtors up to 94% commission and AI-driven tools to boost independence and growth.
AI is revolutionising real estate by speeding up closings, enhancing fraud detection, and boosting efficiency, making the sector safer and more consumer-friendly.
Identity fraud in the UK real estate sector is rising sharply, prompting 65% of professionals to adopt digital tools for detection and prevention.
Melbourne startup PropApp launches a new property app to help Australian homeowners connect with trusted agents, prioritising privacy and tailored support in Victoria.
Experts highlight how investing in quality furniture, especially solid timber pieces, can boost a home's market value beyond traditional renovations.
MezFi appoints banking expert James Hardy to its advisory board as it nears the close of Fund 1, aimed at democratising mezzanine finance access.
Developers and buyers will gather in Muscat for a three-day construction, design and property event at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Auckland and Wellington are among Asia-Pacific’s most inclusive cities, with social equity seen as a driver of talent, growth and investment.
Non-bank lender Bridgit has expanded its distribution team with the appointment of five Business Development Managers to meet rising business demand.
Record demand for New Zealand government bonds suggests ministers could borrow cheaply to tackle a $100 billion infrastructure gap.
Analysis by PointData has identified 870,000 profitable new affordable homes and 425,000 new social housing dwellings across mainland Australia.
Rising costs, labour shortages and patchy demand are forcing trades firms to adapt fast as construction failures mount and projects stay funded.