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INDUSTRY NEWS
Barry Johnston named new REINSW president
The Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW) has named Barry Johnston as its new president.
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REINSW launches Rent Crisis Action campaign
The Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW) has launched a campaign to address the housing crisis affecting tenants and property owners in Australia.
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REINSW calls on NSW Government to stop the rental crisis blame game
The Real Estate Institute of NSW has hit out at the State Government’s implication that property managers and landlords are to blame for the state’s rental crisis, following news this week that the practice of ‘rent bidding’ was being investigated.
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FLOOD RESOURCES
REIQ and REINSW outline resources for agents and PMs in flood-affected areas
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland is calling on agents and property managers to familiarise themselves with the resources available as the flood clean-up in Queensland continues.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New REINSW president Peter Matthews takes the reins
Peter Matthews, Founder & CEO of Realtair, today begins a two-year tenure as President of the Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW). Mr Matthews takes the reins from Leanne Pilkington, CEO and co-owner of the Laing+Simmons network, who remains on the REINSW Board.
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REINSW answers the big questions on real estate’s roadmap to reopening
The Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW) has sought to clarify some of the confusion as the industry returns to work after prolonged lockdowns.
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NEWS
Congratulations to the REINSW 2020 Awards for Excellence finalists
The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW) has announced the finalists for its annual Awards for Excellence.
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NEWS
REINSW vacancy survey shows rental market remains unpredictable
The results of the latest REINSW Vacancy Rate Survey show that the rental market across the state remains unpredictable.
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Elite Agent
REINSW report card gives State Government a ‘fail’
The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales has marked the State Government’s role in the property market in 2020 as a ‘fail’ but has identified five key ways it could perform to an A+ standard this year.
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REINSW notes ‘unintended consequences’ of stamp duty reform
While the news that the NSW Government are planning to remove stamp duty taxes may appear to be good news on the surface, the Real Estate Institute of NSW highlights some of the unintended consequences of simply replacing one tax with another. “It is clear that the way property is…
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Elite Agent
REINSW has big plans for the state’s strata schemes
REINSW's Strata Management Chapter Committee has outlined a number of changes they would like to see made to the current management and regulation of strata schemes.
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NEWS
REINSW crowns its 2020 award winners
The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales has recognised outstanding achievements, crowning the winners of its 2020 REINSW Awards for Excellence. Now into its third decade, the REINSW Awards for Excellence is the most prestigious and respected industry awards event in New South Wales, recognising the best, bravest and brightest work across the real estate industry. REINSW President Leanne…
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Elite Agent
REINSW blasts NSW Government: “We expected better”
The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW) has blasted the NSW Government's decision to extend its rental moratorium.
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NEWS
Josh Logan-Pye wins 2020 REINSW Novice Auctioneers Competition
Josh Logan- Pye beat out more than 25 novice auctioneers last night to take out the 2020 REINSW Novice Auctioneers Competition champion. “I’m blown away to be crowned NAC Champion,” says Logan-Pye. “I decided to…
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Finalists announced for REINSW 2020 Awards for Excellence
The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales has announced the finalists for its annual Awards for Excellence – the most prestigious awards night on the NSW real estate calendar. As REINSW President, Leanne Pilkington explains, it will take more than a worldwide pandemic to still this year’s awards. “We have been astonished by the number of entrants into the…
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NEWS
Stamp duty reduction a missed opportunity: REINSW
The Real Estate Industry of New South Wales (REINSW) is calling on the State Government to slash stamp duty in response to the economic fallout from COVID-19. Noting the industry has argued for the removal of stamp duty for years, the industry body now says reducing it offers a lifeline. “We’ve called it inefficient, unreasonable, unfair, an unnecessary burden and,…
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2019 REINSW Awards for Excellence Winners
Now in its 22nd year, the REINSW has recognised outstanding achievements, crowning the winners of its 2019 REINSW Awards for Excellence held at The Star on Thursday, 19 September 2019. REINSW President Leanne Pilkington says this year, the calibre of finalists was incredibly high. “Last night the success of our industry was on full display,…
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REINSW calls for short-term rental reform
The Real Estate Institute of NSW has called for more reforms to Australian’s billion-dollar short-term rental accommodation industry, saying it has been unregulated for too long and the lack of policy left hosts and guests exposed. After years of operating with little oversight, in 2018 the NSW Government passed legislation to begin the process of regulating the short-term rental accommodation…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
REINSW 2019 Awards for Excellence finalists announced
The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW) has announced the finalists for its annual Awards for Excellence. Now in its 22nd year, the Awards for Excellence is the largest and most respected industry awards in NSW and recognises the best, bravest and brightest work across the industry. REINSW President, Leanne Pilkington, said the quality of applicants gets better…
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Bryce Bevan named REINSW’s top novice auctioneer
It was sheer determination that got Bryce Bevan over the line as he and more than 25 other novice auctioneers made their bids for the 2019 REINSW Novice Auctioneers Competition. Mr Bevan, a Bloodstock Consultant with Inglis, was crowned the champion in front of excited bidders, supporters and industry leaders at Sydney’s iconic Customs House recently. “I’m absolutely ecstatic to…
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Entries now open for REINSW Awards For Excellence
Entries for the annual Awards For Excellence, hosted by the Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW), are now open. Now in its 22nd year, the awards recognise top performing real estate professionals and agencies in NSW. The program awards agencies and individuals across 21 categories, judged by a panel picked from members of the REI’s offices in any of the…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
REINSW to hold 13th annual Women in Real Estate conference to empower female professionals in the industry
The annual REINSW Women in Real Estate (WIRE) conference will return for its 13th year on 26 March, with registrations open now. The conference brings together women across the industry and well-known local and international speakers for a day of professional development and personal motivation. WIRE 2019 will be held on 26 March at the Art Gallery of NSW. The…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Brett Hunter to take helm of REINSW in November 2019
The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales has elected Brett Hunter as President-Elect of the industry body, effective November 2018 for a one-year term. REINSW CEO Tim McKibbin said the appointment of Brett Hunter as President-Elect will ensure a smooth transition when REINSW President Leanne Pilkington steps down in 12 months time. “Brett has contributed to the direction and…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
REINSW Residential Tenancies Act Tour to educate agents
Changes to the Residential Tenancies Act including property alterations, rental increases and new minimum standards for property will be the focus of a month-long roadshow designed to educate real estate professionals, according to the Real Estate Institute of New South Wales. REINSW President Leanne Pilkington said it was critical for agents to be across the new Residential Tenancies Amendment (Review)…
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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
“Legislative and regulatory disaster”: REINSW hits out at NSW Fair Trading
With a public letter of resignation, the Real Estate Institute of New South Wales has resigned from the Real Estate Reference Group and their position of providing real estate consultancy services to NSW Fair Trading. “Throughout the term of RERG, NSW Fair Trading has exhibited a demonstrable obedience to misguided philosophical views which have impeded, or entirely restrained, many beneficial…
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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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2018 REINSW Awards for Excellence finalists announced
The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales has announced the finalists for its 21st annual Awards for Excellence. REINSW President Leanne Pilkington said it was exciting to see the breadth of talent showcased as finalists for the 2018 awards. “Our awards continue to go from strength to strength, with the best, bravest and brightest that work across the industry…
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Actor takes out 2018 REINSW Novice Auctioneers Competition
An actor hoping to break into auctioneering won the final of the 2018 REINSW Novice Auctioneers Competition last night. REINSW President Leanne Pilkington said the Novice Auctioneers Competition raised more than $25,000 for suicide prevention awareness charity, R U OK. “The 2018 Novice Auctioneers competition was a great success with more than 30 auctioneers battling it out over the course…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Government fails landlords and tenants following NCAT decision, says REINSW
In response to a grey area uncovered in 2017, the High Court ruling has meant NSW PMs and landlords have no course of action through NCAT if the landlord is in another state. Also if a tenant moves interstate then challenges a landlord claim over their rental bond, the matter cannot be heard through NCAT. REINSW President Leanne Pilkington said the NSW…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Cooling market highlights quality of flat fee agents: REINSW
REINSW President Leanne Pilkington said with the cooling market consumers are at risk of paying even when their property does not sell. “There had been a lot of press surrounding companies that offer a flat fee upfront to sell a consumer’s home rather than the traditional commission model,” she said. “There is no motivation or incentive for these agents to…
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NEWS
Sydney rental market stable: REINSW
REINSW President Leanne Pilkington said the November 2017 REINSW Vacancy Rate Survey saw availability in the Sydney metropolitan area steady at 2.1 per cent. “Vacancy rates in Middle Sydney remained unchanged at 2.2 per cent, while Inner and Middle Sydney both saw an increase of 0.1 percentage points to 2.2 per cent,” Ms Pilkington said. The Hunter increased 0.2 percentage points at…
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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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THE ELEVATE PODCAST
Episode 10: The A List, New ways of buying and selling, REINSW awards, Knowing your numbers, PM BD for experts and more
Weekly wrap: Samantha McLean and Mark Edwards recap the week that was. ‘Elevate’ is the new 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 more, and elevate your results.…
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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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