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National
Hundreds of markets lose million-dollar status
More than 250 house and unit markets have dropped out of the million-dollar club nationally, with Perth the only capital city not caught up in the downward spiral.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Regional areas not the solution to city housing pressures
In the face of soaring living costs, a growing number of urban residents are contemplating a shift to regional areas in search of affordable and comfortable lifestyles.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Talented Mackay couple take the reins at RE/MAX
One of RE/MAX Australia’s leading offices has changed ownership and name, with RE/MAX Results becoming RE/MAX Select and Hayley Van de Ven handing over to Nikita and Dan Kinnane.
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WEIRD AND WONDERFUL
Dubai’s Marble Palace offers $204 million in opulence
Known for its opulence, Dubai has set a new benchmark, with the city's priciest home listed for a staggering US$204 million through Sotheby’s International Realty, United Arab Emirates.
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Elite Agent
The simple way to solve your clients’ struggles with ChatGPT
Using artificial intelligence to save you time, help you seal deals and boost profits is likely easier than you think.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Justin Miller revolutionising real estate business on the Gold Coast
In an industry known for its competitive nature and constantly evolving landscape, the Gold Coast’s Justin Miller stands out as a visionary leader, empowering agents and transforming the way business is conducted in the region.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Homelessness across Victoria surges by up to 435 per cent in some areas
The housing crisis continues to hit the most vulnerable hardest of all, with a new report finding that homelessness across Victoria has increased by 435 per cent in some areas.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
A financial review of the Australian Financial Review’s 24th fastest growing company
Being named in the AFR Fast Starters list was confirmation that the real estate market was ready for a new way of doing things. And things aren’t slowing down for UrbanX.
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Celebrity Homes
Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer, Chad Smith, acquires luxurious Brentwood home
Renowned musician Chad Smith, the talented drummer of the internationally acclaimed band Red Hot Chili Peppers, has made a remarkable addition to his already impressive real estate portfolio.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Sydney’s prime rental market hits new heights
A chronic undersupply of existing rental stock and low construction volumes have fuelled a surge in Sydney’s prime rents, with the city jumping to third on a global list measuring luxury residential rental growth.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rents surged up to 27.5 per cent in the past 12 months
Rents have jumped by as much as 27.5 per cent over the past 12 months marking the largest increase since 1994.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Australian employees battle high stress levels and ‘quiet quitting’ phenomenon
Australian employees are among the world’s most stressed and engage in ‘quiet quitting’ at work at a significantly higher percentage than the world average, according to new analysis. The State of the Global Workplace 2023 Report shows 47 per cent of Australian workers experienced stress during much of their working day compared to the global average of 44 per cent.…
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Elite Agent
Alice Geddes: a taste for success
When Alice Geddes first dreamt of her ideal career, real estate never came into the picture.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Queensland Budget offers “little hope” for long-term housing solutions
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland says Queenslanders looking to enter the property market or secure long-term shelter for their family will find “little hope” in the State Budget.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
A silver lining in NZ’s soft property market: values rise in 128 suburbs
Soft property market conditions continue across New Zealand, but there is some positive price news, with more than 120 suburbs increasing in value in the past three months.
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COMMERCIAL
Commercial property investors seek cemeteries and brothels in unorthodox property hunt
Carparks, churches, cemeteries and brothels are among the unorthodox assets commercial property investors have turned to in recent years as they search for growth, development potential and long-term capital appreciation.
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COMMERCIAL
Roxy Jacenko selling her luxury Paddington office
Well-known publicist Roxy Jacenko is making headlines once again as she embarks on a new chapter in her life.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
REIV leader Quentin Kilian and Charter Hall co-founder Cedric Fuchs named in King’s Birthday Honours List
Real Estate Institute of Victoria Chief Executive Officer Quentin Kilian has been named in the King’s Birthday Honours List, receiving a Medal of the Order (OAM) for his service to the real estate industry.
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CONTRIBUTORS
Fiona Blayney: silencing digital distractions
Balancing work and family while working from home can be difficult, especially with constant digital distractions. Fiona Blayney offers her top three tips for reducing distractions and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
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BEST PRACTICE
Mel Robbins reveals four key insights to overcome procrastination
You've got a huge listing presentation tomorrow but rather than preparing for it, you spend an hour scrolling through social media.
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OPINION
Seize the season: why winter is the perfect time to showcase properties
Each winter, agents begin to stockpile listing opportunities. They nurture sellers through the middle of the year with a plan to launch to market on September 1.
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Celebrity Homes
Google Co-founder Sergey Brin adds magnificent Malibu estate to his property collection
Sergey Brin, the co-founder of Google and one of the wealthiest individuals globally, has recently acquired a magnificent property in Malibu, California.
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OPINION
Don’t take a pocket knife to a gunfight
Armed with the power of Artificial Intelligence, the real estate industry is poised for a radical transformation. Scott Bateman, CEO of Kolmeo, shows how AI is not just a tool, but the foundation of a revolutionary business model.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Could Chinese developers Forbes Global 2000 rankings spark hope for Aussie build-to-rent solutions?
One of China’s largest residential property developers, with a key stake in build-to-rent in the country, has ranked second on Forbes’s Global 2000 list of the 10 largest real estate companies in the world.
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Thought Leaders Podcast
Show time: Maz Farrelly on how to stand out from the crowd in real estate, what effective branding looks like and why smiling might earn you more money
Presenter and former TV producer, Maz Farrelly, explains what it takes to build your brand in real estate, how to change the way people look at you and how to market your business in the current environment.
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Real Estate News
Escalating mortgage defaults as Australians grapple with mounting financial pressure
The number of Australians defaulting on their home loan is on the rise, according to new research.
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Elite Agent
How to make your property listings stand out
Branding, marketing, and advertising are three terms that often get confused.
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WEIRD AND WONDERFUL
Outlandish Oklahoma property looks normal on the outside but is vibrant on the inside
From the outside this unassuming Oklahoma property looks like your typical suburban, family home.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
More land needed in South-East Queensland to ease the housing crisis
The influx of people moving to Queensland from both overseas and interstate is putting the housing market under extreme pressure, with an expert calling for more land to be released to help ease the crisis.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Tailoring the real estate journey to his clients
Brisbane agent Phillip Harrigan has always understood real estate is about far more than selling property.
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Elite Agent
3 game-changing AI prompts to save you time and money.
Have you heard about the latest AI but are not too sure what ChatGPT does or how it can help you in your real estate business?
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Real Estate News
Unlocking the potential: Transform winners experience breakthroughs with AI and efficiency
Artificial Intelligence mastery, soaring productivity and a more purposeful, peaceful workday are just some of the improvements the latest cohort of Transform winners have reported in their business after completing the 30-day challenge.
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Real Estate Agent Events
Forget Europe, join us in Bali this winter
If you’re not heading to Europe this July, it doesn’t mean you have to spend winter in the cold, you can still escape to Bali with us for Elite Retreat.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
More than 40 per cent of suburbs see rents increase by double-digits
Surging migration and tight supply have led to 44.4 per cent of house and unit markets seeing rents increase by 10 per cent in the past 12 months.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Why a distinctive brand is important: lessons from a recent trademark case
It’s no secret that real estate is a competitive business. Day in, day out, agents are competing for the attention of vendors and seeking ways to stand out from the crowd.
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