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13/10/2026

An agency that directs a buyer’s deposit to a third party needs to know more than where the money will be held. It needs to know whether the arrangement meets its trust account obligations, how the buyer is protected, what happens to its anti-money laundering responsibilities, and whether any benefit.

‘Deposit flicking’ is the conveyancing industry’s name for a practice that has spread quickly this year. An agency directs a purchaser’s deposit to a third party to hold until settlement, instead of placing it in the agency’s statutory trust account.

11/10/2026

📈 Here are the latest auction results & clearance rates.

36% clearance rates based on 699 auction results available.

Sold: 82
Passed In: 123
Withdrawn: 323
Sold Prior: 167
Sold After: 4

07/10/2026

New keys, new home, new to the street. Before you get too settled, it's worth spending a little time on security.
Swipe for simple steps to get started.

06/10/2026

Over the past 50 years, trends in Australian home design have continually evolved, setting the ...
The post What tomorrow’s homes will look and feel like, according to design experts appeared first on realestate.com.au.

Over the past 50 years, trends in Australian home design have continually evolved, setting the scene for what might be next on the horizon.

05/10/2026

Green home features are moving up buyers' wish lists as the cost of living keeps climbing.
Swipe to see which upgrades are worth thinking about before you sell 👉🏻

05/10/2026

Take a look at our recent suburb report

04/10/2026

📈 Here are the latest auction results & clearance rates.

36% clearance rates based on 494 auction results available.

Sold: 57
Passed In: 95
Withdrawn: 221
Sold Prior: 110
Sold After: 11

02/10/2026

This Sunday, 4 October, clocks go forward 1 hour.
Longer, brighter evenings are coming. ☀️

29/09/2026

Exclusive new research has revealed the reasons rents continue to soar, with landlords pointing the finger at two culprits.
The post Landlords cite interest rate rises and tax changes as key drivers for rent hikes appeared first on realestate.com.au.

If you put landlords, banks and politicians together in a room and asked them who’s to blame for rents rising around the nation, they’d all simultaneously point at each other and say “they did it”.

25/09/2026

Grand Final fever is well and truly here! 🏈
Whatever colours you're wearing this weekend, we're backing you when it comes to real estate.

Whether buying, renting, or selling, First National is on your team. 🏡

18/09/2026

Only 90 minutes from Sydney, spend your weekends enjoying the local winery, coastal walks, or a round of golf by the seaside. A lifestyle as stylish as this deserves to be indulged.

📍 5A Riverleigh Avenue, Gerroa
4 Bed | 2 Bath | 1 Car

Contact First National Coast & Country or discover more here: https://proply.link/xtauj

15/09/2026

Heading to an open home? Save the budget and offer talk for after you've left, as home recording devices may be active during inspections.

Our own Stewart Bunn breaks it down for news.com.au.

Article link in the comments.

15/09/2026

Just like match day, the real work happens before the whistle blows. Research the market, know the property, set your limit, and get your contract sorted. By auction morning, you should know your game plan.

Once bidding starts, it's game on.
Every move can change the momentum, which is why having a clear strategy matters.

Just like in sport, confidence and timing can make all the difference.
Staying calm, watching the competition, and sticking to your predetermined limit are key.

When the hammer goes down, it's game over.

Thinking of selling? Let's get your property match-ready 👉🏻 firstnational.com.au

05/09/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the incredible dads out there!

Today's about you and everything you bring to the people around you. Enjoy the day. 💙

04/09/2026

Only ten minutes from Byron Bay, Brunswick Heads and Mullumbimby, this resort-style home is an experience in itself, and not one to miss.

📍20 Fig Tree Lane, Myocum
5 Beds | 3 Bath | 2 Car
First National Byron

Want to know more? Head to:
https://www.byronbayfn.com.au/property/house-nsw-myocum-r2-4992394/

03/09/2026

Australia's housing market softened again in August, down 0.9% for the month. If you're thinking about buying, selling, or just want to understand what it means for your area, take a look here 👇🏻

Australia's housing market softened again in August. National home values fell 0.9% over the month, the fifth monthly decline in a row. Values are now 3.6% below the peak recorded in March. The change is broad. Through winter, 93% of capital city suburbs recorded a fall, up from around 46% in au...

02/09/2026

Spring market insights you can't miss 🌸

Spring traditionally brings more listings, which means more choice for buyers and more competition for sellers' attention.

Buyers: know your budget, your must-haves, and be ready to move.

Sellers: first impressions, pricing, and marketing all matter more when there's more on the market.

And remember, the property market isn't one size fits all. What's happening in Sydney may look different in Perth, so local conditions matter more than the headlines.

Whatever side of the market you're on, preparation wins.
Want to know what spring could look like in your suburb? Talk to your local First National team today 👉🏻 firstnational.com.au

28/08/2026

Spend your weekend grabbing a coffee at your local cafe, Praise Joe, followed by a walk alongside the harbour to Bar Beach. Whether you're after a family home or a coastal lifestyle, this is one to see for yourself. 🏡

📍 42B Tighes Terrace, Tighes Hill
4 Bed | 3 Bath | 2 Car

Speak to First National Newcastle City or head to: https://www.firstnational.com.au/pages/real-estate/buy/property/3127587/42b-tighes-terrace-tighes-hill-nsw-2297

25/08/2026

How to win in today's market: it takes more than luck 👇

Strategy comes before an offer:

🔹Number of active buyers circling
🔹Whether the seller wants speed or certainty
🔹How competing homes are performing
🔹Where the bargaining power sits

Certainty closes deals more than price alone:

🔹Clean contract terms
🔹A deposit that shows commitment
🔹Calculated, not emotional, pricing
🔹Timelines that work for both sides

The buyers getting ahead this season come prepared: finance sorted, budget clear, ready to act.