TODAY'S TOP STORY
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Interest rates on hold for fourth month in a row
The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept interest rates on hold at 4.1 per cent for the fourth consecutive month, with new Governor Michele Bullock noting the 12 earlier increases are working.
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RECENT INDUSTRY NEWS
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Adelaide leads the way as Australian home values rise for eighth straight month
Home values have risen 0.8 per cent in September as…
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New zero per cent deposit home loan option for homebuyers
A new home loan product that allows homebuyers to purchase…
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Interest rates tipped to hold this month but experts warn hikes may not be over
Real estate and economic experts have tipped the RBA to…
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Lower prices for unrenovated homes starting to entice buyers
Rising construction costs, led by shortages of trades, are making…
FEATURE INTERVIEWS
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Trina’s test: Bridging the gap between landlords and tenants
Trina Jones is on a mission. Just eight weeks into her role as NSW's first rental commissioner, Trina is crystal…
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Redefining commercial real estate: How Peter Vines achieved a 58 per cent sales surge in a year
Peter Vines has a vision. Not just for how he wants to grow his business, but for how he wants…
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Elite Agent TV
Karyn O’Dea on supreme customer care, investing in your business and prospecting competitors’ sales
Most agents know, that more touchpoints equals more sales, but Karyn O'Dea from Ray White Robina has taken this to…
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OPINION
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OPINION
No, the RBA review won’t mean handing the bank’s decisions to part-time outsiders
Misinformation is circulating about recommendations concerning the Reserve Bank board made by the RBA Review, of which I was a…
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OPINION
Nerida Conisbee: Will house prices drop now that supply is increasing?
House prices have been rising across Australia since the start of the year.
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OPINION
The Elite Retreat experience: Takeaways on navigating the future of real estate
Over the years, I’ve attended countless real estate events and as a result, I'm fairly well placed to assess the…
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APPOINTMENTS
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INDUSTRY NEWS
From jockey to Property Partner: How a brush with mortality led Damian Miller to a career in real estate
It was while recovering from a fall from a horse and surgery to remove a bone tumour, that former jockey…
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APPOINTMENTS
Queensland CEO Mitch Peereboom becomes Harcourts shareholder
Harcourts Queensland Chief Executive Officer Mitch Peereboom has signed a shareholder contract and is now a part-owner and director of…
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APPOINTMENTS
Graeme Hyde joins Stone Real Estate
Stone Real Estate has appointed experienced industry leader Graeme Hyde to its corporate team as Chief Performance Officer.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Real estate couple return to RE/MAX
The passionate, results-driven duo of Lyn Griffiths and Rohan Banning have returned to the global RE/MAX network to open RE/MAX…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Omeo Property Group’s vision coming to fruition
When Omeo Property Group launched in June this year, they had a clear vision of delivering an exceptional customer experience…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Saint & Wood set to deliver exceptional service to St Kilda and Elwood
For Victorian agent Alicia Walker, her 20-year real estate career has always been about far more than just selling property.
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THE DAILY BRIEF
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THE DAILY BRIEF
Industry interest rate reaction, Home values rise again, The new zero per cent deposit loan, Look inside James Packer’s Beverly Hills mansion, plus news and more
The Daily Brief today is a brief wrap of the top stories for Wednesday, 4 October 2023.
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THE DAILY BRIEF
What interest rates will do, Mark McLeod on boosting your volume, Short-term selling on the rise, Buyers looking to renovate, plus news and more
The Daily Brief today is a brief wrap of the top stories for Tuesday, 3 October 2023.
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THE DAILY BRIEF
View Media Group launches view.com.au, Damian Miller’s brush with mortality, Where’s Australia’s knockdown capital?, plus news and more
The Daily Brief today is a brief wrap of the top stories for Friday, 29 September 2023.
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THE ELEVATE PODCAST
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THE ELEVATE PODCAST
A new view: Antony Catalano on lowering advertising fees, creating a property ‘superstore’, and shattering industry norms.
It's taken five and a half years, but View Media Group's Executive Chairman Antony Catalano is ready to disrupt the…
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THE ELEVATE PODCAST
Prospecting on steroids: Jo Mooney on creating valuable content, building a powerful CRM and marketing that wins listings.
Jo Mooney is quietly building a market-leading business in Cranbourne, driven by her highly effective approach to content marketing and…
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THE ELEVATE PODCAST
Setting the Standard: John Bongiorno’s Guide to Leadership in Real Estate, Solving the Housing Crisis, and Nurturing Talent
In his remarkable four-decade career, industry legend John Bongiorno alongside James Connell has been one of the driving forces behind…
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COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS
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COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS
Courageous Conversations: How Jonny Warren turned adversity into his greatest teacher
When Jonny Warren was homeless and struggling to get his life on track after battling drugs in his 20s, he…
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COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS
Courageous Conversations: Laura O’Reilly reveals how she is helping people with disabilities have a fighting chance at a normal life
Laura O'Reilly’s always been incredibly passionate about helping those around her who haven't had an easy path in life.
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COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS
Courageous Conversations: Mike Green talks about passion and purpose and why you need something to drive you
Five months into his retirement, Harcourts Managing Director, Mike Green knew he wasn’t living his best life.
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CELEBRITY REAL ESTATE
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Celebrity Homes
Billionaire James Packer lists Beverly Hills mansion
Billionaire James Packer has put his lavish Beverly Hills estate on the market with an asking price of $132 million.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Original winning apartment from The Block set for auction
An iconic Bondi Beach apartment, made famous by winning the inaugural season of The Block, will go up for auction…
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Celebrity Homes
Friends co-creator buys home with oceanfront basketball court
Marta Kauffman, famed television writer and producer, who is best known as a co-creator of Friends, has acquired an oceanfront…
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CONTRIBUTORS
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Elite Agent
Sharon Fox-Slater: what happens when a real estate business makes a cyber attack claim
Last month, I wrote an article for Elite Agent looking at the impact of cyber attacks on real estate businesses…
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CONTRIBUTORS
Mark McLeod: Make sure you’re open for business
The State of Origin night in Queensland is big, and the famous Caxton Hotel knows it.
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CONTRIBUTORS
Darren Krakowiak: Stick to the plan to achieve success
The connection between sport and business isn't new. However, I was so engrossed in the AFL season this year, that…
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EVENTS
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EVENTS
Join Domain at RISE Thrive 2023 to embrace a holistic path to success
Later this month, RISE Thrive 2023 will take place at CENTREPIECE, Melbourne Park on Tuesday 29 August.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
RE/MAX Australia’s RMX23 conference ignites inspiration for agents
Mindset coaches, futurists and real estate technicians gathered at RE/MAX Australia’s multi-day Conference, RMX23, recently to motivate and inspire the…
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EVENTS
Elders Lifestyle Group celebrates with inaugural conference and gala night
More than 100 team members from offices throughout the Elders Lifestyle Group converged at the scenic Sails Port Macquarie for…
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LISTING + MARKETING
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What to do and say when a client doesn’t want to pay
“Your fee is too expensive.” It’s a phrase many in the business…
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Bianca Denham: Why your metrics matter in a shifting spring landscape
As a southern-state resident I, like many of my compatriots, am incredibly…
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How to use auction to win more listings
It’s no surprise that the leading performers in nearly every marketplace across…
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Get your real estate stories in the news: 5 ways to woo journalists (including us!)
It’s an age-old question and one I’ve been asked a lot lately…
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Unlock the potential of outdoor space: Justine Wilson’s tips for creating an alfresco haven
As the vibrant seasons of spring and summer arrive, it traditionally means…
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Tony Lombardi: 5 strategies to reap auction clearance success
Even in a challenging real estate market, auctions can be a powerful…
LEADERSHIP
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Thriving in high-stakes roles: wisdom from Flying Without a Net
There's a common misconception that leaders need to be invincible. But what…
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Transforming good into great: lessons for lasting success
Jim Collins' book, Good to Great, is a highly influential business book…
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Want to be wealthy? What real estate agents can learn from three Aussie billionaires
As the saying goes, success leaves clues. In a recent AFR article…
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5 lessons from Brene Brown’s Dare to Lead
Brene Brown's book, Dare to Lead, is a transformative read that explores…
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Transforming business and lives: Delivering Happiness unveiled
Tony Hsieh's Delivering Happiness teaches readers a treasure trove of valuable lessons…
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Fiona Blayney: silencing digital distractions
Balancing work and family while working from home can be difficult, especially…
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The technology helping deliver the finest real estate experience
The Harcourts' vision is simple - the brand wants to be known…
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Ben Reynolds makes the move in Mudgee to UrbanX
Ben Reynolds, fuelled by his long-time dream of making a mark in…
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Mark Kentwell opens new “statement” office
Award-winning real estate agent Mark Kentwell has announced the opening of PRD…
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Why do-it-yourself outsourcing could be a waste of your money
Property managers are facing a staffing crisis but PMVA’s Tiffany Bowtell, a…
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AuctionWORKS brings the hammer down on 60,000 auctions
Leading auctioneers, AuctionWORKS has officially brought the hammer down on more than…
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Why buying a rent roll takes a lot longer than buying a house
Just as a real estate agent might wander through a prospective seller’s…
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PMVA secures six-year lease with Clark Global City
Property Management Virtual Assistant (PMVA) has extended its lease with Clark Global…
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Cybercrime key risk for real estate agencies
Cybersecurity, data, and privacy are a key concern for real estate agencies,…
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Buying a rent roll can supercharge your business – but only if it’s done right
While purchasing a rent roll can be an effective strategy for increasing…
INTERNATIONAL
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Supreme Court rejects landlords’ challenge to NY rent law
The US Supreme Court has declined to hear a challenge to New York's rent stabilisation law, dealing a blow to…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
US home values are up $2.6 trillion in 12 months
US home prices have bounced back from last year's short-lived downturn with values up $2.6 trillion in the past 12…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Sydney property is overvalued but not at risk of entering a property bubble
Sydney real estate might be overvalued, but it’s not at risk of being in a bubble according to a new…
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BTW
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Top Victorian agent goes out on his own
Gavin Staindl has joined forces with his current boss to set up…
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Top NSW BDM, Lochlan Grahame, joins Raine & Horne Group
Mr Grahame will play a crucial role in finding and onboarding new…
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2023 REINSW Awards for Excellence winners announced
REINSW has recognised outstanding industry achievement, crowning the winners of its 2023…
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Another 7 locations for the rapidly expanding Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate network
The Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate brand is expanding its footprint…
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First National’s growth continues with new office in Gladstone
Anne Schofield will lead the office, with a commitment to making it…
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Todd Madgwick to head Belle Property PM Growth and Performance for The Academy
Todd’s role will be to coach and develop the property management arm…
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Ray White takes home several REIWA awards
The agencies or agents won five awards. The Announcement: Top agent Vivien…
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REIQ announces Little as Large Residential Agency finalist
Little Real Estate's submission focused on the agency's year of transformation.
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REIV elects four directors; long-serving board members lauded for contributions
Current president Andrew Meehan and past president Leah Calnan are departing. The…
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