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Real Estate News
Ray White New Zealand welcomes new leader in Nelson region
The Ray White Group has welcomed Mark Rumsey as the new owner, Principal and licensed agent for Ray White Nelson, Richmond and Motueka in the Upper South Island of New Zealand. Mr Rumsey has over 10 years of experience in business ownership and said he was excited to be heading up three Ray White businesses in the lush region. “I…
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Ray White Double Bay agents set a new street record
Ray White Double Bay agents, Evan Williams and Benjamin Goodwin, have set a new street record just days after listing a Woollahra home with a red carpet soiree. Sold for an undisclosed amount for a new street record, Mr Williams said he was thrilled with the result and the level of interest as a direct result of the VIP launch…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Gavin Rubinstein to open Ray White office in Woollahra
Gavin Rubinstein, a number one salesperson in the Ray White Group for the past six years, is set to open a Ray White office on Queen Street, Woollahra as of 1 June, 2019. The location is in one of the most prestigious pockets in Sydney’s eastern suburbs. Mr Rubinstein has been part of the leading Ray White Double Bay office…
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Mother-daughter duo celebrate 10 years with Ray White
Ray White Whitsunday sales agent Ellen Kerr and daughter Bek Kerr have recently celebrated their 10-year anniversary at Ray White. The mother and daughter duo have worked in real estate together for over 12 years in total. Ellen Kerr explained the secret to their success is the passion they share for the their jobs and the industry. “Real estate brings…
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Perth’s industrial space prospers on the back of employment and population growth
Ray White’s latest research has found there are signs of improvement in Perth’s industrial leasing sector, with employment and population growth leading to positive GSP results. Entitled Between the Lines – Perth Industrial Sub 5,000sq m Leasing report, the research indicates small business is driving the trend. “Take-up in industrial space has especially been outstanding over the past two years,…
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Rising star Domenic Maxwell joins Ray White Upper North Shore
Ray White Upper North Shore has bolstered its sales team with the addition of Domenic Maxwell. Mr Maxwell recently made the switch from McGrath Wahroonga alongside sales assistant Alex Connors. In an interview with Managing Director of Ray White Group, Dan White, Mr Maxwell said he changed agencies to take advantage of the various opportunities on offer “I saw an…
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Husband and wife team opens Ray White Augustine Heights
Experienced husband and wife duo, Rudy and Alma Grommen, have opened a new Ray White business in Augustine Heights, Queensland. Mr Grommen said the team decided to move their existing Brookwater office to Augustine Heights, in the growing Greater Springfield region of southeast Queensland, due to the diverse housing market and customer base. “The area has experienced some of the…
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Chris Storey starts a new chapter with Ray White WA
Ray White Cottesloe Mosman Park have expanded, welcoming agent Chris Storey to the team. Mr Storey has been in the industry for 20 years and credited the integrity of Directors Jody Fewster and Deborah Brady as the deciding factor of his decision to make the move. “I joined Jody and Deb to realise my potential as a salesperson,” Mr Storey…
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Ray White Commercial NSW welcomes Patrick O’Brien
Ray White Commercial NSW has announced a new addition to the team with Patrick O’Brien signing on as senior sales executive. Mr O’Brien credits Commercial NSW Managing Director and Partner Jeff Moxham for attracting him to Ray White. “When I made the decision to transition from residential to commercial I did extensive research on the market leaders within the sphere,”…
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The Touma Team opens Ray White Office in Redfern
Sydney real estate agent Charles Touma has recently opened his new Ray White office in the diverse inner-city neighbourhood of Redfern. Mr Touma, who has maintained a presence in the area over his 17-year career, said he decided to step into business ownership because he sees huge potential in bringing the Ray White brand to Redfern and its surrounds. He…
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Ray White Double Bay parts ways with Gavin Rubinstein
Ray White Double Bay has parted with agent Gavin Rubinstein after ten years in the business. A statement from the company’s Managing Director, Elliott Placks, said there was no doubt that Gavin had left an indelible mark on the Sydney property scene in his career to date. “We have enjoyed watching Gavin and his team grow and develop over the years.…
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Ray White Kawana expands to meet growth in their market
Just 12 months after opening the doors, Ray White Kawana has expanded to a larger premises to accommodate the growing local market. Directors Brent Higgins and James Goldsworthy’s new office is located in Birtinya and they credit a number of factors for their growth. “The relocation comes off the back of 12 months of success and records for personal bests…
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Elite Agent
50 lessons that will make you a better leader
The Leadership Diaries, an exclusive set of Elite Agent podcast interviews, turns one next month. Over the past 12 months, and with much more still to come, we’ve discovered leadership is a skill, an art and an essential ingredient for your business to achieve growth. To celebrate the milestone we’ve put together, in no particular order, our top 50 tips…
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Ray White QLD CEO recognises offices for Townsville flood response
Ray White Queensland CEO Tony Warland has congratulated multiple Ray White agencies around the North Queensland region for their work in the wake of the recent Townsville floods. Mr Warland said he was incredibly proud of the work put in by business owners, agents and property managers alike, and praised the resilience of the Townsville people. “People in and around…
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Real Estate News
Ray White is warning WA owners and property managers of potential ticking time bombs
Ray White Rural Albany is encouraging property managers and clients to inspect flexible hoses following reports of flooding in homes in Western Australia’s port city of Albany due to issues with flexible hoses. The most urgent cases include flexible hoses under bathroom and kitchen and kitchen sinks. “We’re checking all our properties now during inspections, as well as creating jobs…
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Brand Editorial
Ray White study shows principals earn more than the benchmark
LEADERSHIP and dogged determination are what the company say underpins a new Ray White achievement. According to a recent study principals earned 76 per cent more than their Australian industry peers in 2018. Ray White reviewed the 2018 financial year results for 269 of its own Australian businesses and then compared it The Australian Benchmark Report (Real Estate Agents 2018),…
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Real Estate News
Mosman trophy home hits the market with Ray White Lower North Shore
Mosman’s first trophy home listing for 2019 has hit the market with a bang, with industry figures hoping the high calibre home will bring new buyers to the market. The high end property at 28 Ruby St, Mosman was designed by architect Susan Rothwell and is being marketed locally and internationally with a price guide of $23m to $25m. Listing agents…
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Ray White Castle Hill welcomes local high performer to the team
Ray White Castle Hill has welcomed Sales Executive, Sara Perry, to the team. A local, born and bred in the Hills district, Ms Perry has been in the industry for over 13 years and started her career in reception at Ray White Parramatta. “I had a brief stint in sales before moving over to property management, and one day several…
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Elite Agent
World-class service: Lisa Totaro
When Lisa Totaro first started in real estate fresh out of high school, she knew sales was the place she wanted to be. Now, just eight years after becoming an agent, Lisa is at the top of her game. Last year she was the only female to rank amongst SQM’s top 10 agents Australia-wide. This year she’ll share the stage…
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Ray White New Zealand launch ‘A Name to Trust’ ad campaign
Ray White New Zealand have launched a new ad campaign called ‘A Name to Trust’, highlighting the company’s emphasis on better serving its customers. New Zealand rugby coach Steve Hansen features as a brand ambassador for the campaign, while a companion video showcases the ways in which Ray White agents are encouraged to go the extra mile. Mr Hansen has…
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Elite Agent
Mindset, marketing and knowledge the key to Steve Koerber’s success
In 2018, Ray White Remuera’s Steve Koerber reached a career milestone, clocking up a GCI of more than $2 million and ranking 7th internationally in the Ray White Group. It is a success that Steve attributes to a shift in thinking, pure hard work, and an unfailing passion for what he does. Now he’ll share his story at AREC, offering…
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EPM
In too deep: How to manage property through natural disaster
Cassandra Charlesworth spoke to principals in Townsville and the Whitsundays to find out what that experience is like, and to understand the most effective strategies they implemented when dealing with these defining moments. Townsville Flooding: Ben Kingsberry, Harcourts As the rain continued to fall in Townsville on 31 January, Harcourts Kingsberry Principal Ben Kingsberry knew this would be a weather…
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Real Estate News
Ray White NZ welcomes a new office in Ohope Beach
Ray White has welcomed its newest office in Ohope Beach, New Zealand. Located in the Bay of Plenty, the Ohope Beach office will be the 172nd location across New Zealand for the Ray White network. Principal Ray Johnson already had an established business in the area and is optimistic about being backed by the Ray White brand going forward. “I…
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Budget 2019 focused on a strong economy
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg handed down the Federal Budget last night. With a Federal Election on the horizon, the centrepiece of the budget was a cash rebate pitch to middle income earners and no changes to taxation legislation this side of an election. It’s the second year in the row there was no mention of…
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Real Estate News
New appointment for McGrath strengthens Victorian proposition
McGrath Estate Agents has announced Karl Secondis will join the group in the newly created role of State Manager for Victoria, as the company looks to grow its footprint in the state. Mr Secondis, who previously held roles with Ray White Darwin and One Real Estate Darwin, called this move a natural progression for him. “I’ve always been inspired by…
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Elite Agent
Real estate’s finest ready for the Ride to Provide
The challenge will see these real estate professionals cycle 500km across the rural countryside of Thailand, raising funds for Hands Across the Water. We caught up with just a few of the many agents taking part… What do you do in real estate when you hit the target you’ve been aiming for? You make the next one bigger. That’s exactly…
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Ray White Commercial analyst recognised in ‘500 Women in Property’ program
Ray White Commercial NSW analyst Ellen Feng has been recognised in the Property Council of Australia’s (PCA) 500 Women in Property program. The initiative involves a personal commitment from PCA members to champion women in their organisation or business sphere who they believe would benefit from further networking, profiling and professional development opportunities. Ms Feng, who has been an analyst…
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Ray White WA hold half-yearly awards
Ray White Western Australia held their half-yearly awards on 22 March at local venue Steve’s in Nedlands, honouring the top performers across sales and property. Vivien Yap of Ray White Dalkeith | Claremont was the big winner of the evening; she was named the Top Selling Principal in Western Australia and received accolades for the Top Office and Top Marketing…
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Ray White commercial duo maintain a perfect auction rate
Ray White Commercial Gold Coast property specialists Jared Johnson and Lachlan Marshall are leading the charge to maintain a 100 per cent success rate under the hammer, selling $16.7M worth of assets across nine auctions in just four months. The duo have achieved a 100 per cent success rate under the hammer in 2017, 2018 and 2019, and have visions…
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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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INDUSTRY NEWS
Negative Gearing reform will increase rents and decrease values: SQM
If Labor’s negative gearing policy is legislated in its current form, expect a rise in rental yields which will occur through a combination of falling house values and, eventually, a rise in rents. That’s the headline from an update to an SQM Research (SQM) research paper released in November 2018, modelling the proposed Labor Party changes to negative gearing that…
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Real Estate News
Ray White Commercial reaches for the sky at 2019 Summit
More than 40 Ray White Commercial top performers from across Australia and New Zealand filled Hamilton Island’s Yacht Club as powerful interviews and specialist sessions took place for 2019’s Summit conference. Former Navy diver and shark attack survivor Paul De Gelder was a keynote speaker on the day and had the audience in the palm of his hand as he…
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Real Estate News
Gavin Rubinstein sets his sights high as he sells $40M worth of properties in 14 days
In the middle of what many people are calling a lacklustre market, the director of The Rubinstein Group at Ray White Double Bay has just sold almost $40M worth of property across eight luxury homes in Sydney’s affluent eastern suburbs in 14 days. “March has started off really positive given the negative media commentary of late,” said Mr Rubinstein. “Although…
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Real Estate News
Sunshine Coast agents dominate the REIQ Awards
THE Sunshine Coast staked its claim to be home to the best agents in Queensland, scooping five of the 19 awards at last night’s REIQ Awards for Excellence gala, as more than 500 real estate professionals gathered at the RNA Showgrounds. Jodie Hedley-Ward from McGrath Caloundra claimed the Best Salesperson of the Year award, while the agency also took home…
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Ray White wraps up biannual training event, Ignite 19
Ray White have kicked off the first quarter of 2019 with a bang, holding its biannual training event, Ignite19, in each capital city earlier this month. The exciting program features inspirational keynote speakers as well as special sessions to help agents excel. The focal messages of this year’s Ignite were to live a life beyond fear and how to adapt…
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