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REIQ announces Awards for Excellence finalists
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland has announced the finalists in its 2020 Awards for Excellence which recognise best practice in the real estate profession in the Sunshine State. REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said the competition is set to be fierce, with 106 finalists across varying individual, agency and external categories. “We are continually heartened by the quality of the…
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Bread and Butter
Bread and Butter LJ Hooker Narrabeen’s Grant Matterson started out as a baker, but when the time came to change roles, fate ensured he got his start in real estate.
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A familiar face opens Ray White Rural Broken Hill
One of Broken Hill’s most recognised agents, Clifford Wren, has rebranded his business and will open the new Ray White office in town. With just over 20 years experience, Mr Wren said the opening of Ray White Rural Broken Hill was a natural progression as his business looks to continue its growth. Having previously owned Ray White Broken Hill from…
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Williams Property rebrands for a strong future
Singleton-based Williams Property has relaunched its brand with a new name, a strong and diversified team, and the implementation of new cutting-edge technology. Cameron Williams, the Principal and Licensee-in-Charge of the newly re-named Williams Property, said that the recent innovations are a game-changer for the company. “Our business has been serving the local community for almost 45 years and I’m…
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2020 vision: Dean Mackie
This year at Christmas, the property management team at DiJONES Neutral Bay will be taking a decent break. Incredibly, for almost 3000 properties under management, they will only need one property manager to log in for one hour per day over the holiday period. For Dean Mackie, CEO of DiJONES Lower North Shore, this type…
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New real estate agency pays profit forward
A new real estate agency launching in Brisbane is giving back to the community by putting its profits towards housing assistance for vulnerable and at-risk people. Launched by not-for-profit organisation Mangrove Housing, Mangrove Realty is directing its profits into projects which provide affordable housing for the 700-plus women over 65 who live on the streets of Brisbane, support victims of domestic violence to find a home,…
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Ray White North Lakes and Mango Hill come together
The teams at Ray White North Lakes and Mango Hill are now all under one roof, with a new office opening its doors on Discovery Drive at North Lakes on the back of the major growth. Principal Darren Suhle said the agency had grown exponentially over the past seven years, with he and wife Lisa toppling sales records in their…
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Agency set for new growth era in Orange
Seasoned real estate agents Pat and Michele Cutcliffe are gearing up for a new phase of growth in Orange under the Professionals banner. Professionals Orange opened on November 1 following a rebranding that agency principal Mr Cutcliffe said was aimed at better servicing the local property market which is being supported by the ongoing strength of the regional economy. “I…
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Elite Agent
You ain’t seen nothing yet: Ray White Norwood
In Adelaide’s affluent east, Ray White Norwood has quickly established a reputation as a growing agency that people want to sell with and agents want to work for. Talk to owners Sam Brincat and Jason Spagnuolo, and it soon becomes apparent this renown is no accident. It’s equally likely they’ve only just begun to make their mark. Early next year business partners Sam…
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Eview celebrates top performers and a year of success at annual awards
The Eview Group has celebrated a year of growth and achievement, recognising its top performers and standout agents at their annual awards night on Saturday. Held at the Victoria State Library with over 250 guests in attendance, the evening offered the opportunity to mark the milestones of the year gone by and look to the future ahead. Eview Group Founder…
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Former REIQ BDM joins @realty
Former Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) Business Development Manager Karen Woodworth has joined national real estate network @realty. Ms Woodworth will assume the role of @realty Business Development Manager, helping to steer the company’s continued growth, following its recent expansion in to Tasmania and the Northern Territory. @realty director James Taylor said Ms Woodworth was with the REIQ for…
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EPM: Technology & Social
6 tips for property managers to thrive in the customer experience economy
The CX economy is already here. Let’s begin by stating the obvious: the property management industry is in flux right now. Owners have more options than ever and expect more value from property management services as a result. Agencies can no longer compete realistically on price, with margins already wafer-thin across the industry. Add difficult market conditions and marketplace disruption,…
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The Agency WA to launch new Wembley office
The Agency Group Australia is further expanding its reach in the Perth property market with the appointment of highly-experienced sales agents and upcoming launch of a new office in the sought-after inner-city suburb of Wembley. Well-regarded real estate agent Paul Tonich, along with his colleagues Corey Adamson, Jon Williams and Luke Martin, have joined the Western Australian team and will…
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REIWA calls on West Aussies to help those in need this festive season
With more than 300,000 people seeking help from The Salvation Army each year during the festive season, REIWA is encouraging West Australians to get behind the Salvos’ Annual Christmas Appeal to help bring holiday cheer to those in need. REIWA President Damian Collins said the holiday season can be especially challenging for those struggling to make ends meet. “This is…
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Real estate industry property and media stars recognised at AREAs 2019
Recognising industry excellence and best practice, 21 awards were presented across the categories of Innovation, Service & Marketing Excellence, and Community. Gold AREA awards were presented to outstanding individuals and agencies changing the game in property. (More photos below story) 1 2 3 4 5 Gold AREA award winners: Residential Agent of the Year – Holly Komorowski, home.byholly, ACT Commercial…
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Elite Agent
Holly Komorowski – growth and gratitude
What’s your most memorable moment/career highlight for 2019?It is difficult to identify just one moment or highlight. The year has been full of affirmations and amazing experiences. I am most proud of the culture that is home.byholly. I believe culture stems from the top and I foster culture leading by example. I embrace my team members as my equals and…
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Leah Jay – The quiet achiever
At 4.40am on May 22, 2017, Leah Jay looked out at the curvature of the earth from the top of Mt Everest. It marked the achievement of a major personal milestone, drawing on “30 per cent physical ability and 70 per cent mental strength”. Leah describes summiting the world’s tallest peak as much the same as building a business. It…
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Century 21 opens new Sunshine Coast office
Century 21 has celebrated the opening of its newest Queensland office, Century 21 Living Local in Woombye. Led by Principal Gary De Paoli, who has more than 15 years’ real estate experience, Century 21 Living Local will service clients in the Sunshine Coast region of Queensland. Mr De Paolo’s agency Riddell Real Estate has been selling and managing properties within…
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Agents join forces to lead future of real estate in Essendon
The Moonee Valley real estate market is set for a shake-up as two of the area’s prominent agents join forces to become Jellis Craig Essendon. The Essendon team will be led by existing Jellis Craig directors John Morello and Simon Mason alongside former Considine Real Estate director Chauntel Considine and former Frank Dowling Estate Agents partner, Christian Lonzi. The long-established…
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Stu Benson to spearhead Box+Dice national growth
Melbourne-based CRM software provider Box+Dice is preparing to go national with well-known auctioneer Stu Benson set to spearhead their push for growth. Box+Dice General Manager Ashley Blakey explained the business had established a clear market leadership in Victoria and was now looking to expand their market share on a national level. “At the moment our numbers indicate we have about…
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Domain announces acquisition of Real Time Agent
Domain has entered into a binding agreement to acquire Bidtracker Holdings, which operates the business Real Time Agent. The on-target consideration for the proposed transaction is $24.8 million, $19.4 million of which is payable in cash on completion. An additional amount of between $0 and $15.6 million in cash is payable based on the achievement of defined targets over FY20…
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TECH + SOCIAL
Together with technology
One day, in the not too distant future, instead of booking a photographer you might find yourself launching a flying drone into a property. It will scan the house in a few minutes and allow you to upload three 3D portal images directly to realestate.com.au. Maybe it won’t be you who does the launching. Maybe you’ll post the drone to…
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Percy Eccles joins the Professionals network
Long-time Warrnambool realtor Percy Eccles has joined the Professionals network in a move aimed at keeping pace with growth in the local property market. Mr Eccles, best known as the principal of Percy Eccles Real Estate, has assembled an expanded team to operate under the Professionals Warrnambool banner from November 4. The office, to be…
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Stone Real Estate opens in Brisbane
Stone Real Estate has made its first foray into the Queensland capital, with a North Brisbane agency joining the brand. Led by directors Tristan and Samantha Rowland, Stone Real Estate Aspley commenced trading on November 12. The move is as significant for the couple as it is for Stone Real Estate. Principal, Tristan Rowland, has held the number one agent…
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Managing agent appointed for Aspen’s $20 million Perth rental portfolio
Accommodation provider Aspen Group has invested in 84 properties in the Perth real estate market, appointing The Agency as sole property management provider for the $20 million investment. The deal marks a significant uplift in The Agency’s Perth portfolio from 1,025 to 1,109 and takes the national property management portfolio to 4,671. From January to the calendar year to date,…
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Ray White Glenroy welcomes two commercial directors
Ray White Glenroy has welcomed two new commercial directors to the team as Dee Nguyen and Domenic Sgambellone join the family. Mr Nguyen joined Ray White as a business owner in 2017 before taking a year off after becoming a father for the first time and travelling overseas. “Commercial has always been an interest of mine, it’s a time in…
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Cobden & Hayson strategic merger
Inner West agency Cobden & Hayson has announced an amalgamation with Richardson & Wrench Leichhardt under the company’s Annandale banner. The Sulfaro family has run the successful Richardson & Wrench business for more than 30 years and has built an incredibly strong reputation based on old school values, hard work and dedication to their craft. Cobden & Hayson is thrilled that the younger generation…
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Blood, Sweat and No Tears
Debt collection and resolving disputes in court are not usually at the top of employees’ most-loved work tasks. But Simone Firns is different. The Network Pacific Owners Corporation Manager loves the jobs others despise. “The legal component of my role is one of my favourites,” she enthuses with genuine passion. “I like doing debt collection and I like going to…
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Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate opens first Qld office
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate has expanded to Queensland with the first office in the state opening in Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. The unique lifestyle brand has experienced consistent growth and maintained strong interest from industry professionals since its launch earlier in the year. Flagship offices have been established in strategic locations along…
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New Shelter Real Estate to focus on making a difference
This week, a brand new real estate agency is launching. Shelter Real Estate is opening its doors on Glen Iris Road, Glen Iris and is set to be a new brand of real estate. Renowned estate agent, Zali Reynolds, who has been in the industry for nearly two decades, brings her extensive corporate experience to…
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REIQ launches professional mentoring program
The REIQ has launched its inaugural mentoring program designed to connect people and create passion within the real estate profession. The REIQ Mentoring Program aims to equip up-and-coming real estate professionals with the personal and professional attributes that will enable them to excel in their chosen field. The program will do this by connecting mentees with carefully selected REIQ mentors,…
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NSW Southern Highlands agency joins First National
One of Mittagong's best-known boutique estate agencies, Abode Property, has joined Australia's largest network of independent agents, First National Real Estate, strengthening the network's market presence in the Southern Highlands in a step described as 'evolutionary' by dynamic principals, Anna and Allan Falvey. Trading as First National Real Estate Abode Property, the agency has ambitious…
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Elite Agent
Business without borders: Inside eXp Realty
Since its inception in 2009, eXp Realty has broken new ground with its cloud-based real estate brokerage. Now that the USborn realtor has expanded to Australia, Kylie Dulhunty takes a look at what the virtual agency has to offer on our shores. The rapidly burgeoning cloud brokerage, eXp Realty, has hit Australian shores with its…
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Raine & Horne wins Hunter local business awards
Raine & Horne Newcastle & Stockton was named the region's "Outstanding Real Estate Agency" as well as "Outstanding Real Estate Agency" in a dual celebration for principals Jason Maxwell, Steve Dick and Jason Morris, who have been business partners for over 20 years. Earlier this year, Raine & Horne Commercial Newcastle was named the global…
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TECH + SOCIAL
The new frontier of auctioneering
David Scholes has carved out a hugely successful career as a real estate auctioneer. His former business AuctionWorks handles over 70% of commercial property auctions on the Australian Eastern Seaboard and David has personally called about 35,000 transactions. But he didn’t necessarily start with aspirations to be in real estate, nor in auctioneering. Instead, the self-confessed country boy started in…
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