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NEWS
Openn Negotiation announces partnership with Think Conveyancing
In these challenging times of COVID-19 and the government restrictions surrounding property transactions, many agents have turned to technology to keep things moving. As both Openn Negotiation and Think Conveyancing facilitate digital sales, they’ve teamed up during this time to provide agents and clients with a safe way to transact property. Openn Negotiations Chief Executive…
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Victorian property sells $52k over reserve with Openn Negotiation
Online real estate auction platform Openn Negotiation has reported a successful weekend as the industry turns to the online realm for property auctions. Open Negotiation said its first sale for the weekend occurred at 6pm Friday night, shepherding in a positive weekend of activity. “34 Maitland Street, Geelong West, Victoria has just been successfully sold by Real Estate Geelong agent…
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Openn Negotiation doubles bidders and halves time on market for McGrath Geelong
An online sales property purchasing system generating buyer competition and selling properties faster has the potential to “break the industry in half”, according to one Principal using the system. McGrath Geelong Principal Will Ainsworth has sold 18 properties using Openn Negotiation, which enables buyers to submit flexible terms for the vendor’s approval, allowing more people to participate in bidding and…
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Openn Negotiation hosts charity auction to raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease
As part of The MNDi Foundation’s annual Racing for MNDi Soiree, Openn Negotiation will facilitate the auction of their major prize to maximise the funds raised. The annual Racing for MNDi Soiree will be held at the Crown Perth on 10 December. Racing for MNDi was established in April 2017, with MNDi representing Motor Neurone Disease inherited. With a focus on…
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Openn Negotiation makes push for market share in Victoria with State Manager appointment
Online bidding platform Openn Negotiation is strengthening their position in Victoria with the appointment of Mark Levin as State Manager. Mr Levin brings 18 years’ experience from REA Group, Westpac Bank and STA Travel to the role. Mr Levin is a firm believer in the importance of agents in the buying and selling process, and looks to broaden the Openn…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Winners announced in Openn Negotiation Excellence Awards 2018
Over 80 real estate professionals gathered on 26 July to recognise the best-performing agents and agencies at the inaugural Openn Negotiation Excellence Awards. Led by Peter Gibbons, Openn Negotiation Co-founder and Managing Director, it was an opportunity to celebrate not just the finalists and the winners, but all agents who had decided to embrace technology and the need for better…
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Elite Agent
Maximising sales with sustainable property styling
In today's real estate market, sustainability isn't just a buzzword; it's a critical factor influencing buyer decisions.
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Elite Agent
Embracing uncertainty: How Mike Cannon-Brookes’ battle with imposter syndrome redefines success
Have you ever felt like you're in over your head, pretending to know more than you do? You're not alone.
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CONTRIBUTORS
Anne Crarey: Why psychological safety is your agency’s secret weapon
I landed my first job in property management almost 25 years ago.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
New agency puts community at heart of their experience
For Sunshine Coast agent Bradley Milton, the launch of his new business, Grace Estate Agency, is about far more than selling property.
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OPINION
Thomas McGlynn: The CEO Mindset
In the first edition of this exclusive quarterly series, Thomas reveals key strategies, tips, and mindset shifts to help you level up in 2023.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
CoreLogic completes Plezzel acquisition
CoreLogic International has completed its acquisition of Victorian-based proptech firm Plezzel, a digital automation and lead generation platform.
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Australian suburbs where days on market have increased the most
Units in Ballarat Central in Victoria have seen their selling time increase the most in the country, according to new data.
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THE ELEVATE PODCAST
Back to basics: Claudio Encina on the changing market, the skills agents need right now, and how to be a hero in a time of uncertainty
Between interest rate rises and media speculation on property prices, there’s a lot of noise in the real estate market at the moment, and that’s impacting buyers, sellers and agents in equal measure. But according to coach Claudio Encina, now is not the time for agents to be sidelined by news headlines. Instead, it’s the opportunity to get back to…
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Elite Agent
How we sold it: 19 Bul Bul Court, Ludmilla
When Darwin real estate agent, Simon Watts, decided to sell his own property, he admits he was a bit nervous.
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OPINION
The underdog mindset: Why urgency and hunger are friends not foes
One of the best pieces of business advice I ever heard was from billionaire venture capitalist and leader of Sequoia Capital, Michael Moritz.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Familiar faces and same great service now with new look
Established agent Annie Hou has opened a new real estate office in Upper Mount Gravatt this month after joining the RE/MAX network in February this year.
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TECH + SOCIAL
Mass personalisation: How to know what your market wants and deliver
Most agents know it can be a fine line between using technology to reach more clients and aid productivity and that which stifles personalisation and nullifies the human touch. In Transform XII, we explored the possibility of using technology to personalise communication, build strong relationships and keep it low cost. Here are some of the takeaways.
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BEST PRACTICE
Skate to where the puck is going, not where it’s been: 8 real estate trends to watch
One of the most interesting pieces of content we’ve ever done was back in 2015 - a round table with some extraordinarily smart people.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Four ways rural agents are leveraging technology
The perks of technology in rural Australia go beyond just posting your property to a major real estate portal.
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TECH + SOCIAL
Aimee Ralph: How to grow a start-up using email
With new PropTech released all the time, it can be tempting to push that which is tried and tested to the side in favour of newer options. But, as Openn's Marketing Manager, Aimee Ralph explains, email can still play a starring role in your marketing campaign if you follow a few key rules.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
C21 Norwest launches with a digital focus
Having collectively spent decades in sales, finance, and business development, the three Principals of the new Century 21 Norwest office plan to bring a fresh approach with them, as they open their new real estate business.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
How to maximise your buyers’ offers and keep them all onside
Every Agent knows that technology holds the key to help them become both effective and efficient.
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NEWS
Real estate roundup: the year that was
The Australian real estate market experienced a record year in 2021, with tight supply and strong demand leading to soaring prices. Agents, vendors and buyers innovated through COVID-19 restrictions, including lengthy lockdowns in Melbourne and Sydney. There were numerous mergers, acquisitions and buyouts, along with notable appointments and some surprising departures. Once again, AREC thrilled and inspired, while the AREAs…
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OPINION
3 decisions that drastically changed my career: Will Ainsworth
“Change is slow, until it’s not.” I first heard that phrase many years ago, and it’s stuck with me since. New beginnings are created every day, and we’re rarely aware of it.
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OPINION
Disrupted trust: Sarah Bell discusses the emergence of artificial intelligence
Sarah Bell discusses the path to trusting emerging technology in the property industry.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Real estate agent’s innovative approach yields rich rewards with @realty
Victorian real estate agent Leo Edwards is far from your ordinary realtor.
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CONTRIBUTORS
Will Ainsworth: Forget the capes and fancy titles
Leadership is commonly associated with superheroes in capes, but Will Ainsworth says it doesn't have to be. Here, the Openn Negotiation head of growth explains why the quiet, unsung heroes can make just as effective leaders if they put the right actions in place.
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NEWS
How to sell an Australian investment property from Hong Kong
A seller in Hong Kong, an agent in Werribee, a buyer purchasing sight-unseen over the internet, and it all taking place while in lockdown. When Rob Westwood from First National Westwood sold 69 Kellerman Drive in Point Cook recently, it was a masterclass in selling in the time of COVID-19.
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Elite Agent
Safety, certainty and incontestable value: The new listing presentation with Claudio Encina
Real estate agents need to ditch flashy sales pitches and go back to basics and create ‘incontestable value’ to win listings in the current COVID-19 climate, according to top real estate coach Claudio Encina.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
An entire island just off the Sunshine Coast is on offer for just $200,000
It’s not uncommon to sell properties that offer a slice of island paradise – but it’s not every day an entire island comes up for grabs. Listed by McGrath Noosa and currently for sale through Openn Negotiation, the almost-53 hectare Bandicoot Island is nestled between Fraser Island and the mainland and is surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of the Great Sandy Strait. …
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BEST PRACTICE
Building powerful teams: Will Ainsworth
For Will Ainsworth, creating a strong company culture starts in the hiring process and employing those with similar values. Here, the Openn Negotiation Head of Growth and Training explains his key ingredients for building a solid workplace culture and what to do when one person’s ego gets in the way. Describe the culture in your business? Collaboration. Teams are more…
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NEWS
Acreage property sells well above reserve in online auction
A 10-acre property in Somerville, Victoria has sold for $402,500 above the reserve, after fierce bidding through online platform Openn Negotiation.
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NEWS
Belle Property opens North Lakes office following Bowmaker rebrand
Belle Property has officially launched a new office in Queensland’s Moreton Bay region, with Chris Bowmaker rebranding his real estate.
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Elite Agent
Matt Lahood shares five tips that will pave the way for real estate success
He's one of the most well-known real estate figures in the country and The Agency’s Chief Executive Officer Matt Lahood has fostered some of Australia's top real estate talent over the past two decades.
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