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EOFY insurance check: Are you prepared?
As EOFY approaches, real estate agents should review their business insurance policies to ensure adequate protection against industry-specific risks. From Professional Indemnity to Cyber Liability coverage, identifying gaps now can prevent costly claims and underinsurance later.
Homely’s latest marketing campaign supports better results for agents and vendors
As real estate professionals navigate a dynamic and often costly advertising environment, Homely reaffirms its commitment to providing…
Global trade wars create unexpected property boom for Australia
Global trade tensions and tariffs are expected to create a property boom in Australia as redirected Chinese goods…
How real estate agents are using personality-driven AI to outpace the robots
Real estate agents can combat AI replacement by leveraging human connection and personality-driven strategies, using custom chatbots to…
Australia 2035: migration, density and climate risk will reshape the future
Australia's property market by 2035 will be shaped by significant migration from India, urban densification, and climate risk.…
How Edward Pack reclaimed pride and performance in real estate
Edward Pack transformed his real estate career by committing fully, eliminating backup plans, acquiring extensive knowledge, and maintaining…
Harcourts Phillis launches as new family-led real estate business in Whyalla
Acclaimed local real estate professional Whitney Phillis, alongside her husband Sonny, is proud to announce the launch of…
Property expert has Advantage on the Gold Coast
With more than two decades of experience in the central Gold Coast property market, property expert Jordan Thams…
Meet the billion-dollar real estate agent
Clayton Orrigo doesn’t fit the mould. No designer suits. No keynote reels. No cold calling. Yet his team…
Tony O’Doherty’s early obsession led to burnout, but it also revealed the 30:1 formula for long-term real estate success
Tony O'Doherty, Principal of McGrath Bulimba and Brisbane’s top-ranked agent on RateMyAgent, shares the 30:1 rule behind his…
From terminal illness to top of the luxury market: Mauricio Umansky’s playbook for becoming the 1%
Mauricio Umansky was born blind in one eye with a rare blood disease and odds stacked fifty thousand…
Tim Grover: “You are in the business of rejection … embrace it”
If you can't handle rejection - you're in the wrong job. Tim Grover, the high-performance strategist who coached…
No shortcut through fear: A big wave surfer’s lesson for real estate agents
A decade searching for shortcuts taught one surfer the hard truth about overcoming fear - and it applies…
The Real Estate Agent Who Went Through Five Assistants in One Year
Adrian Oddi, a successful real estate agent, faced burnout and health issues after years of high sales. Following…
Oliver Lavers: The $906 Coffee and Other Expensive Mistakes
Thirteen years ago, Oliver Lavers was earning just $40K a year, borrowing money to get around, and ready…
Instagram Queen: The Real Estate Agent Who Built an $800 Million Empire One Post at a Time
Lana Samuels transformed her Instagram into a powerful marketing tool, generating over $800 million in sales. By treating…
Kamala Harris: The Vice-President who ate ‘No’ for breakfast tells real estate agents how to win
The 49th Vice President shared hard-won lessons from staring down Wall Street's biggest players, offering real estate professionals…
The traits separating elite from average agents
Top real estate agents succeed through clarity of vision, a strong professional identity, and disciplined resilience, emphasizing self-belief…
Entrepreneur’s rejection formula for real estate success
Steven Bartlett, entrepreneur and host of The Diary of a CEO podcast, has revealed how the failure of…
What a $2 hot dog can teach real estate agents about unforgettable service
At AREC, restaurateur and hospitality expert Will Guidara shared how a $2 street hot dog—served at a Michelin-starred…
Execution over ego: Josh Phegan’s blueprint for thriving when every day brings something new
At AREC 2025, Josh Phegan challenged agents to match market volatility with consistent execution, arguing that in a…
Property agents told to stop being “good” if they want to succeed
Real estate agents must evolve beyond being merely "good" to achieve success, as mediocrity leads to poor results.…
Jess Hay to lead The Property Agency Melbourne
View Media Group has appointed Jess Hay as Melbourne Managing Director of The Property Agency as part of…
Rob McGregor opens One Agency Surfers Paradise
Industry veteran Rob McGregor has launched One Agency Rob McGregor Real Estate in Surfers Paradise, marking the network's…
REIWA launches 2025 Sleeping Bag Appeal
REIWA is calling on the community to support its annual Sleeping Bag Appeal, with 23 collection points opening…
The Harcourts Foundation supports Circus Quirkus and the Immune Deficiencies Foundation Australia
The Harcourts Foundation has announced its support for Circus Quirkus, a cherished annual event that brings joy, wonder,…
REIV CEO Kelly Ryan stepping down
The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) is undergoing significant leadership changes with Chief Executive Officer Kelly Ryan…
Australia features in global real estate ranks
When Denver-based REMAX LLC recently announced its Top 100 and Top 50 rankings for January to end of…
The hidden costs of poor commercial property management
Commercial property investors who cut corners on management are risking significant financial losses and legal complications, according to…
Harcourts International announces new era of leadership
Harcourts International, the globally renowned real estate brand with over 135 years of success, is proud to announce…
Sky-high luxury: the Skyhouse Penthouse in Sydney’s The Rocks listed for $30 Million
One of Sydney’s most spectacular penthouses — known as The Skyhouse — has hit the market, with a…
Gold Coast real estate stalwart to lead Ray White Main Beach
With four decades of experience working in the real estate industry, Michael Willems and wife Dayna Willems have…
Is Trump driving house price growth? Auction day clearance rates show increasing momentum
Australia's housing market responds dramatically to global Trump effect, with auction clearance rates hitting 72% in May—the highest…
Vero Business Pack now available through BizCover
BizCover expands its online business insurance offerings with Vero Business Pack, providing Australian SMEs with comprehensive coverage for…
First National Real Estate announces 2024 national award winners
More than 300 First National Real Estate’s agents were presented with their 2024 National Awards at a spectacular…