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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Real estate’s quiet reset: bringing humanity back into the conversation
Tech might be faster, but it’s not always better. Barry Plant's Spiro Drossos says the industry’s obsession with automation is costing agents something vital: real connection. From shifting vendor expectations to team morale and post-sale loyalty, he explains how bringing back the basics — genuine conversations, face-to-face care, and clear, simple language — is more important that ever.
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LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS
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New listings slow down in April
The Australian housing market experienced a slowdown in April, with…
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Queensland rental market tightens further in 2025
Queensland's rental market has started 2025 with even fewer options…
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NSW planning system reforms to streamline housing development
The NSW Government has passed significant reforms to streamline the…
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Brookfield’s US$16B bet: buying big while property crashes
Brookfield Asset Management has raised $5.9 billion (approx. A$9.1 billion)…
FEATURE INTERVIEWS
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
“Your days on market are a year because your marketing’s sh*t”: Kathy Sweeney on building better agents
Kathy Sweeney turned outdated beliefs about regional marketing on their head, proving that strong personal branding and professional property marketing…
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Reality TV
Luxico launches exclusive membership as Billion Dollar Playground prepares for premiere
Blending five-star hotel service with the privacy of Australia's most breathtaking homes, Luxico’s new membership model promises curated stays, VIP…
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Elite Agent TV
“I almost went broke”: How Lawrence Kenyon-Slade built a top 1% Ray White business
Ray White’s Lawrence Kenyon-Slade says he was just two months away from going broke before making his first sale. Now,…
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OPINION
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Elite Agent
Turning stress into real estate success
In real estate, stress isn’t just part of the job - it’s often the default setting. But according to author…
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
The psychology of pricing: why facts, not flattery, win in real estate
In real estate, price isn’t just a number, it’s a decision layered with psychology, data, and trust. Whether the market’s…
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OPINION
The real KPI that’s silently draining your rent roll: burnout
You didn’t build your business to feel exhausted. When your energy shifts, your rent roll can too. Here’s how to…
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APPOINTMENTS
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Andrew Friebe returns to Harcourts as Queensland CEO
Andrew Friebe has been appointed as the new CEO for Harcourts Queensland, returning to the brand after previously serving in…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Greg Ellis appointed Interim CEO as Domain reports strong FY25 growth
Greg Ellis, former REA Group CEO, has been named interim CEO of Domain Group, stepping into the role for up…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Sean Hanneberry appointed CEO of Professionals Group
Experienced business leader Sean Hanneberry has been named as the new CEO of Professionals Group to lead the major transformation…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
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FRANCHISE NEWS
New chapter for Ray White Rural Woodford
David Johnson is taking over the reins at Ray White Rural Woodford from long-time owners Jill and Matt Garth, who…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Harcourts SAS Deer Park opens
Leaders in Melbourne's western suburbs real estate market, Spencer Nguyen, Andy Nguyen, and Martin Vu, are proud to announce the…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Vincent & Sandra Haupt celebrate success and freedom with @realty
Vincent and Sandra Haupt, respected veterans of the real estate industry, are celebrating their continued success and satisfaction with @realty,…
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THE ELEVATE PODCAST
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Elite Agent
From Pain Points to Profit: Curtis Thomson on Property Management Automation
Curtis Thomson is something of a systems whisperer for industries bogged down by manual processes. Having cut his teeth in…
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Elite Agent
How to build a high performance business with Andrew McCulloch
Today we’re proud to release the first episode of our brand new podcast “Thought Leaders”. In this episode, Samantha McLean…
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Thought Leaders Podcast
Introducing our new podcast: Thought Leaders – Real Estate Reimagined
What’s inside (2 min): Why Elevate is evolving into Thought Leaders Sneak peek of tomorrow’s debut guest How to watch…
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COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS
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COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS
How Kristen Porter Built A Different Kind Of Real Estate Law Firm
How to build systems to protect your business for the long term.
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COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS
Courage and Career Change: Angela Avgerinos’ Inspiring Journey
After a successful 13-year career in sales, Angela Avgerinos made the unexpected decision to walk away from selling. But rather…
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COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS
The Trust Factor: What’s Really Disrupting Real Estate in 2025
Barry Plant CEO Lisa Pennell explains the importance of personal relationships in today's technology-focused market.
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CELEBRITY REAL ESTATE
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Celebrity Homes
Duran Duran bassist sell Los Angeles home for $7.8 million
Duran Duran bassist John Taylor and Juicy Couture co-founder Gela Nash-Taylor have sold their longtime Los Angeles residence for US$7.8…
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Celebrity Homes
Graham Norton lists historic Manhattan carriage house for US$5.59 million
Irish comedian and broadcaster Graham Norton has put his unique Manhattan carriage house on the market for US$5.59 million, offering…
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Celebrity Homes
Inside the US$38.5M mansion for sale in Florida’s ultra-exclusive Bear’s Club
A newly constructed luxury mansion has hit the market for $38.5 million (approx. AUD $59.5 million) in the Bear’s Club,…
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CONTRIBUTORS
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BEST PRACTICE
No sales, no problem: the rise of property management-only agencies
Once seen as a support act to sales, property management is stepping into the spotlight. A new wave of PM-only…
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TECH + SOCIAL
The 3-Minute Content Rule
If you’ve ever stared at a blank screen thinking, “What on earth do I post today?”—you’re not alone. Social media…
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BEST PRACTICE
Great at sales? It doesn’t necessarily mean you’re good at business
In real estate, the progression from high-performing agent to business owner is often seen as a logical next step, achievable…
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EVENTS
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INDUSTRY NEWS
AUSTROS finalists get set for the Auctioneering Championships
The 2025 Australasian Auctioneering Championships (AUSTROS) will feature novice auctioneers for the first time, marking a significant expansion of the…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
More choice, flexibility and support ahead for agents, says REA Group
Agents can expect “more choice, more flexibility, more value than ever before” in 2025, with REA Group rolling out a…
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TECH + SOCIAL
Top of the Props: Australia and New Zealand’s Boldest PropTech Founders Go Head-to-Head in 2025 Pitch Battle
The Gold Coast will play host to Top of the Props, a high-energy live pitch event by REACH Australia and…
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LISTING + MARKETING
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Agents’Agency partners with realestate.com.au to deliver bigger, better results
realestate.com.au has announced a new national partnership with Agents’Agency, which is set…
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The soft skills closing hard deals
Every agent knows the script. Build rapport. Handle objections. Present your value.…
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Are family-sized apartments the future?
For years, Australian apartment living has been synonymous with young professionals and…
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Should you ever negotiate your commission as a real estate agent?
Commission negotiation is a hot topic in real estate, but the truth…
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Mastering the art of booking more appointments
In real estate, everything starts with a simple formula: book appointments, get…
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From Cluttered to Clear: How Matterport’s Latest Tools Transform Property Presentations
This is part one of a four-part series examining Matterport's latest releases…
LEADERSHIP
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Coaching that clicks: Why one-size-fits-all training fails real estate agents
How do you really get through to someone? Laing+Simmons’ Angela Avgerinos says…
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Unleashing your true motivation
Sustainable real estate success begins not with commission targets but with discovering…
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The property management metric stuck in the 90s (and why it needs to go)
The 1990s have called and want their most popular PM metric back,…
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Why character skills could be the missing piece in real estate training
Real estate agents have endless options when it comes to skills training.…
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Transcending loss to leadership: stepping up from sales to CEO
When Michael Nitschke lost both parents in quick succession, he found himself…
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Building tomorrow’s real estate on generations of trust
"The real estate industry faces challenges around consumer trust, and I believe…
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Christian Zeidler expands McGrath presence with new Dapto office
McGrath Estate Agents has expanded its footprint along NSW's Illawarra Coast with…
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Kaye Wyndham-Martin expands LJ Hooker presence in East Gippsland
Experienced real estate professional Kaye Wyndham-Martin has expanded her LJ Hooker business…
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Mother’s Day tribute
This Mother's Day, five mother-child duos across the Ray White real estate…
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Gary Vee’s top AI & marketing tips for real estate agents
Gary Vaynerchuk, has been a great source of marketing inspiration to me…
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Maggie Mackenzie joins Raine & Horne Lower North Shore
Experienced agent Maggie Mackenzie has joined the award-winning team at Raine &…
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Harcourts Rata & Co Expands into the West
Harcourts Rata & Co is proud to announce its latest venture, expanding…
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From Basics to Advanced: How Matterport’s Latest Tools Work Together to Enhance Property Marketing
Matterport's Fall and Winter 2024 releases enable agents to combine features like…
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Adeel Obaid: Building success from the ground up in Melbourne’s West
Adeel Obaid arrived in Australia on a student visa and started out…
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Why skipping the neighbours at open homes could be costing you thousands
We’ve all done it — reused the same neighbour invite template with…
INTERNATIONAL
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INTERNATIONAL
Americans must now earn over US$114,000 to afford the median-priced home, Up 70% Since 2019
Buying a home in the United States has become significantly less attainable, with new data revealing that the annual income…
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Celebrity Homes
Where Ziggy Stardust began: David Bowie’s childhood home in London for Sale
A modest Victorian terrace in Bromley with a brief but meaningful link to David Bowie has been listed for sale.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Kiwi property market defies global trends
Despite ongoing global economic uncertainty, New Zealand’s property market has remained steady in April, with national prices holding firm and…
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Movers and Shakers
Coronis Group expands with four new agencies in ‘Golden Arc’
Coronis Group has opened four new offices across Brisbane, Gold Coast and…
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Movers and Shakers
Raine & Horne Dubai celebrates 10 years of growth
Sanjay Chimnani's Raine & Horne Dubai office marks a decade of success…
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Movers and Shakers
Paul Denny opens new Raine & Horne office in The Entrance
Experienced real estate professional Paul Denny has opened a new Raine &…
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Movers and Shakers
Kerry Sullivan opens Coronis Coolum
Top performing sales agent Kerry Sullivan has joined the Coronis network, opening…
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Movers and Shakers
Craig Gillard opens third LJ Hooker office in Queensland
Longstanding LJ Hooker Principal Craig Gillard has expanded his network with the…
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Movers and Shakers
McGrath expands with new Coolum office on Sunshine Coast
Longstanding McGrath Principals Chris Pace and Damien Michael have opened a new…
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Movers and Shakers
LJ Hooker Cabramatta opens new office
After almost 50 years serving the local community, LJ Hooker Cabramatta has…
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Movers and Shakers
Compass Buyers Agency welcomes Sydney agent Lee Dowdall amid strategic expansion
Lee Dowdall has joined Compass Buyers Agency in the Northern NSW and…
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Movers and Shakers
Ada Mastronardo joins BresicWhitney
Experienced agent Ada Mastronardo has joined BresicWhitney, working alongside Andrew Liddell.
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