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Elite Agent
The Trusted Agent Podcast: John Cunningham on knowing your value, looking after people, and understanding the true measure of success
John Cunningham has long been regarded as one of the true gentlemen of real estate. In a career that has spanned almost 45 years, he has built a reputation on the belief an agent’s real value is in helping their clients make good decisions.
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GUEST INTERVIEWS
Maintaining a leadership mindset in the midst of COVID-19 with Michael Sheargold and John Cunningham
The real estate landscape in the era of COVID-19 changed rapidly as sales agents, property managers, buyers, sellers and tenants all had to find new ways of getting the job done. In March, Elite Agent ran a series of webinars to help agents navigate these changing times and in this episode of Elevate, Cunninghams Managing Director John Cunningham and performance coach and…
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LEADERSHIP
John Cunningham: In service of others
It is well known that all great achievers, no matter the endeavour, have one common trait: they have a clear purpose. The same thing applies to real estate. But do we really understand what purpose is all about in a service industry, or are we just considering our own purpose? John Cunningham says putting the consumer’s interests first must be…
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THE ELEVATE PODCAST
Episode 30: John Cunningham, Most Trending Articles for 2018 and more
Weekly wrap: Samantha McLean recaps the week that was with special guest John Cunningham of Cunninghams Real Estate. ‘Elevate’ is the official podcast of Elite Agent Magazine for real estate industry sales professionals, property managers, and leaders. Each episode, we will bring you behind the scenes coaching, news analysis, exclusive interviews, technology, and more to help you list more, sell…
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AREC2017 EA Studio
Feature Interview: John Cunningham with Samantha McLean and Sarah Bell
Transcript: Samantha McLean: Hey everyone, back in the AREC Expo Hall at the Elite Agent Magazine stand. This time we’re almost ready to wrap up. We’ve got John Cunningham, REINSW president and head of the Cunningham ship. How are you going, John? John Cunningham: Good, really good. Thank you. Samantha: What we want to do John is just go through…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Cunninghams expands on the Northern Beaches
Cunninghams Northern Beaches has continued its expansion after merging with the former LJ Hooker Collaroy team.
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NEWS
“Influence and Impact” the theme of Cunninghams’ conference and awards
Northern Sydney real estate brand Cunninghams has celebrated a year of success, hosting a recent awards night and conference with the theme “Influence and Impact”. “This year’s theme came from our desire to leave the world a little better than we found it; through our personal lives, at our place of work, and in our community,” John Cunningham explained. “As…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Cunninghams holds Inaugural Conference and Awards 2018
Cunninghams held their Inaugural Elevate and Evolve Conference at Manly Pavilion on Thursday, 2 August. The day was aimed at elevating the Cunninghams business in line with an ever-evolving real estate landscape, while equipping team members with even more knowledge and motivation to keep exceeding client expectations. Now in its 27th year of business, Cunninghams has weathered and grown through…
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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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Elite Agent
The great investor about-face
Once upon a time, mum and dad investors cherished residential real estate for its ability to secure decent yields, equity and strong capital gains.
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THE ELEVATE PODCAST
Transparent transactions: Peter Matthews talks about creating clarity, meeting new customer expectations, and the role technology needs to play
If there is one key area of opportunity for the real estate industry moving forward, it’s transparency, according to REINSW President and PropTech founder Peter Matthews.
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Elite Agent
Taming the voice in your head: Leanne Pilkington
In her long real estate career Laing+Simmons Chief Executive Officer Leanne Pilkington has had to overcome many hurdles. Here, she explains how to change the voice in your head to something way more positive.
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GUEST INTERVIEWS
Run into the chaos
Want to know why you and your business should run into the chaos during challenging times?
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NEWS
Pandemic doesn’t stop real estate professionals changing lives across the water
When the not-for-profit program Digital Live was conceived in 2017, Steve Carroll was determined to make a difference to the lives of children in need across the water. And he knew exactly who to call on to help make this vision a reality: the passionate Australian real estate industry. Fast forward to 2020 and the achievements are astounding. In just…
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NEWS
Nation’s capital dominates the REIA awards for 2019
The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) announced the winners of the 14th National Awards for Excellence last night at a gala dinner held at Crown Perth on 21st March 2019. REIA President Adrian Kelly said the awards acknowledge and recognise the best of the best in Australian real estate. “More than 250 real estate professionals from across Australia converged…
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NEWS
Real Estate Results Network have announced the winners of the Australasian Real Estate Results Awards (ARERAs)
The top-performing independent real estate agents throughout Australia and New Zealand have been recognised at the 13th annual Australasian Real Estate Results Awards (ARERAs). Hosted by industry coaching and training body Real Estate Results Network (RERN), this year’s awards saw strong competition in all award categories. The coveted award for Agency of the Year (metro) was given to Melbourne agency…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
REINSW recognises outstanding achievements at 2018 Awards for Excellence
The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales has announced the winners of its 21st annual Awards for Excellence at a Gala Dinner at Sydney Town Hall. REINSW President Leanne Pilkington said the best, bravest and brightest work across the industry was recognised. “The 2018 REINSW Awards for Excellence highlighted the industry’s biggest successes and most outstanding achievements across ten…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
REINSW highlights pathway to professionalism at annual summit
The pathway to professionalism was the focus of the Real Estate Institute of New South Wales’ sixth annual summit, held in Sydney on Friday (15 September 2018). REINSW President Leanne Pilkington said The Future Is Now Summit saw a select group of 150 real estate agents come together to discuss one of the most significant changes to the industry and…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Industry body looks to split real estate profession
The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has declared it will split the industry with its latest move, as it forges forwards with its Pathway to Professionalism plans. REIA President Malcolm Gunning announced this morning that the REIA has applied to the Professional Standards Authority for admission as a profession. “The Authority is an independent statutory body established with specific…
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BEST PRACTICE
Jet Xavier: 7 Steps to greater wellness and wellbeing
A recent wellness and wellbeing industry white paper came up with some disturbing findings – 65 per cent of the industry is often stressed, 47 per cent often deal with physical symptoms of anxiety and 46 per cent find work often impacts on relationships. It’s time to act. 1. THRIVE The industry is all about striving, not thriving, and there is a…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Laing+Simmons’ Leanne Pilkington announced as new REINSW president
The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales has elected Leanne Pilkington as President of the industry body, effective immediately for a two-year term. REINSW CEO Tim McKibbin said Ms Pilkington’s major strength was her ability to connect with people right across the industry. “Leanne’s charismatic style and strong leadership skills will see her focus on our lobbying efforts,” Mr…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
RBA leaves rates on hold in November meeting plus wrap up of industry commentary
Despite low inflation and weak wage growth, the decision comes as no surprise with some industry experts welcoming the decision. The RBA last changed its monetary policy settings in August 2016 when rates were edged down 0.25 percentage points to the current low of 1.5 per cent. “The Bank’s forecasts for growth in the Australian economy are largely unchanged,” RBA…
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NEWS
Charles Tarbey honoured with REINSW’s top award
REINSW President John Cunningham paid tribute to Mr Tarbey as a true leader in the industry with incredible vision. “Charles has dedicated his life to the real estate industry and has been a great supporter of REINSW throughout his career,” Mr Cunningham said. “He is one of the greatest real estate visionaries, particularly where technology is concerned and has trained…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
REINSW recognises top performers for 2017
Real estate’s outstanding performers have been recognised at the 2017 Real Estate Institute of New South Wales Awards for Excellence Gala Dinner. REINSW President John Cunningham said in its 20th year the award winners highlight the professional standards that the real estate industry is striving for. “The winners across 20 categories are paving the way as our commitment to professionalism…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
RBA rates decision September 2017
The decision was widely anticipated and it is the 13th month in a row the cash rate has not moved from 1.5 per cent. In a statement accompanying the decision, RBA Governor Philip Lowe said the construction boom seems to have reached its peak. “Residential construction activity remains at a high level, but little further growth is expected,” Dr Lowe…
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NEWS
CoreLogic Property Pulse 24 August: Housing turnover remains low
Housing turnover remains low despite strong selling conditions in Sydney and Melbourne, according to latest CoreLogic data. CoreLogic data confirms over the 12 months to May 2017 only 4.8 per cent of all houses nationally actually sold, highlighting just how little stock sells in a given 12-month period. Across house sales over the past 12 months, Tasmania recorded the highest…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Sydney vacancy rates on the rise: REINSW
REINSW President John Cunningham said the July 2017 REINSW Vacancy Rate Survey saw the Sydney metropolitan area rise 0.1 percentage points at 1.9 per cent. “Vacancy rates rose across the board in Sydney with Inner Sydney up 0.1 percentage points at 2.3 per cent, Middle Sydney increased 0.1 percentage points to 1.5 per cent, while Outer Sydney availability rose 0.2 percentage points…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Novice auctioneers raise $50,000 for charity: REINSW
REINSW President John Cunningham said the event is getting bigger and more competitive each year. “This year’s competition saw 66 competitors take part in ten heats right across NSW,” Mr Cunningham said. “Michael Garofolo, who has worked in hospitality his whole life before adventuring into auctioneering took out the title against 10 other finalists. “It’s a great way for the…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
2017 REINSW Awards for Excellence finalists announced
REINSW President John Cunningham said the Awards encourage, promote and recognise excellence in the real estate profession. “Being recognised as a finalist in the REINSW Awards for Excellence is an outstanding achievement,” Mr Cunningham said. “Over the past 20 years we have highlighted the best and brightest in the state and with professionalism at the top of our agenda in…
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EPM: News
REINSW Calls for Parliament to Act on the NCAT
As it stands, the original case has been granted leave to appeal to the High Court, but the REINSW wants Parliament to speed up the process. The court system has never been a nimble instrument of reform, and REINSW President John Cunningham has called on the Government to step in and address the situation because of the impact on residential…
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NEWS
RBA leaves rates on hold in August 2017
In his statement, RBA governor Dr Philip Lowe expressed a degree of concern about the impact a stronger Australian dollar is having on economic activity. The Australian dollar exchange rate remains at above 80 US cents. “The higher exchange rate is expected to contribute to subdued price pressures [inflation] in the economy,” Dr Lowe said. He also commented on the…
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NEWS
Di Jones agent Emma Brown-Garrett wins Novice Auctioneers Competition
Auctions are often described as the real estate industry’s ‘piece of theatre’, and a background in acting has helped novice auctioneer Emma Brown-Garrett secure a place in the State Final of the REINSW Novice Auctioneers Competition. Ms Brown-Garrett, a sales agent based at the Woollahra office of Di Jones Real Estate, won the 10th and final heat of the Novice Auctioneers…
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NEWS
Time to move forward or be left behind: REINSW
The REINSW held its first ever Property Industry Think-Tank on professionalism to discuss education and the future of the industry. The think-tank, held at Parliament House in Sydney, invited 60 thought leaders and high-performing real estate agents to explore what the industry needs to do to become a true profession. REINSW President John Cunningham spoke to the aspiration to have…
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NEWS
Industry responds to RBA’s July interest rate decision
The Reserve Bank of Australia kept interest rates on hold at 1.50 per cent at its July 2017 board meeting yesterday. Here’s what some industry players had to say following the RBA’s decision: John Cunningham, REINSW President “It comes at little surprise that the RBA has decided to keep a neutral position for the 10th meeting in a row. We believe…
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NEWS
First home buyers are big winners of NSW budget at expense of foreign investors
First-home buyers are the big winners in NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet’s first state budget, which was delivered on Tuesday. In a budget that the Treasurer labelled the “envy of the Western world”, housing affordability was a key issue along with health and schools. The Treasurer said in his speech that part of the $4.3 billion housing affordability package includes strategies…
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