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INDUSTRY NEWS
NSW to ban background check fees for renters
The NSW government is set to ban fees charged to prospective tenants for background checks when applying for a rental property.
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Real Estate News
Mount Vernon Cemetery hits the market: 33,000 quiet tenants included
Looking for a property where you can rest easy?
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Real Estate News
New Zealand property profits plunge to lowest since 2015
The proportion of properties selling for a profit in New Zealand has hit its lowest level since 2015.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
International student caps not enough to free up housing
Universities across Australia could soon face new regulations limiting their international student enrolments to a maximum of 40 per cent - but it may not be enough to ease the housing crisis.
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Elite Agent
What if 1 in every 3 buyer enquiries was your next potential seller?
One of the trickiest things to do in real estate is get your foot in the door with a would-be seller.
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Elite Agent
Are written contracts key to employee or contractor status?
You’re probably just caught up on all the different factors you need to consider when determining if your contractor really is a contractor, or if they might just be an employee.
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Elite Agent
Beyond blame: The complex housing paradox facing Australia’s Baby Boomers
Despite widespread belief Baby Boomers are primarily responsible for Australia's housing market woes, the reality is far more complex.
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Real Estate News
RBA keeps interest rates on hold at 4.35 per cent
The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept interest rates on hold at 4.35 per cent at its August 2024 meeting, but stressed that monetary policy will need to be “sufficiently restrictive” until it is confident inflation is moving sustainably towards the target 2-3 per cent range.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
One-minute data: Perth unit prices match 2014 peak amid soaring demand
Perth's property market is heating up, with unit prices reaching a decade-high milestone.
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Elite Agent
Andy Reid: The value of loyalty – affinity, attachment and trust
One of the biggest leaks in the bottom line of a business P&L can be attributed to concerns around loyalty, from both customers as well as the people in your business.
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Real Estate News
Sydney cottage sold for $1.5 million after legal battle over squatter’s rights
A small fibro cottage in Sydney’s south recently sold for $1.5 million, but the property’s history is anything but ordinary.
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Real Estate News
Sophie Su appointed as director at Kay & Burton
As part of its strategic expansion and commitment to excellence, Kay & Burton is proud to announce the appointment of Sophie Su as Director.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Barry Plant’s “Call-lympics” nets 1800 appraisals
Barry Plant's network-wide appraisal drive, dubbed the "Call-lympics," has resulted in over 1,800 appraisals booked during two short call bursts.
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Real Estate News
Most buyers and sellers rate their experience with agents positively
Three-quarters of buyers and sellers involved in a property transaction in the past year have rated their experience directly with real estate agents as either “excellent” or “above average” according to a new national survey.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Valentina Parra finds work-life balance through auctioneering
When experienced sales agent, Valentina Parra, made the move to Ray White corporate, she realised she missed the thrill of selling homes at auction.
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Real Estate News
Australian owner-occupier mortgage surges $154 a day
The average new owner-occupier mortgage in Australia has reached a record high of $636,597, marking an increase of $154 per day over the past year.
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Elite Agent
Next generation property management: how to use tech to decrease overheads, improve productivity and boost your brand
As your business scales and evolves, integrating advanced technological solutions becomes essential to maintaining operational efficiency and competitive advantage.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Dwelling approvals fall as NSW housing faces a ‘perfect storm’
New dwelling approvals are declining across NSW and the state government’s approach to tackle the issue is leading to a 'perfect storm' according to the industry.
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Real Estate News
Anna Neelagama resigns from REIA
Anna Neelagama has resigned as chief executive officer of the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA), but will continue her push to help solve Australia’s housing crisis with Master Builders ACT.
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Thought Leaders Podcast
Paul McGee: 10 lessons in confidence, communication and choosing success
When it comes to confidence it’s not a question of ‘you’ve got it or you don’t’. According to international speaker and bestselling author, Paul McGee, confidence is situational and it can be developed.
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Real Estate News
Million-dollar milestones: Australia’s next wave of suburbs on the rise
More than 160 suburbs could join the million-dollar club in the next 12 months, according to research from PropTrack.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Cash rate likely on hold, but a cut looms
Experts are predicting the Reserve Bank of Australia will be leaving the cash rate steady in August, but with inflation cooling a cut could be on the cards.
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Real Estate News
Gold Coast’s ‘view tax’ sparks outcry
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has hit out at the City of Gold Coast for slugging unit owners living on higher floors of apartment buildings with huge rate hikes.
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Real Estate News
Townhouses surge: Transforming NZ’s housing landscape
Townhouses have become a significant growth component for the New Zealand housing market, making up almost half of new dwelling consents across the country.
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Movers and Shakers
Brocke Hambrecht opens Belle Property Commercial Brisbane North
Experienced auctioneer Brocke Hambrecht has launched Belle Property Commercial Brisbane North, expanding the brand's presence in Southeast Queensland.
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Movers and Shakers
Malcolm French inducted into REIWA Rural Hall of Fame
Malcolm French from Elders Real Estate Geraldton has been inducted into the REIWA Rural Hall of Fame, recognising his significant contribution to rural real estate in Western Australia.
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Elite Agent
Unleash the power of Atomic Habits: Lessons for real estate professionals
As real estate professionals, your success often hinges on your daily habits and routines.
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Movers and Shakers
Sadeq Al-Khalidi and Mustafa Razaee open Belle Property Mawson Lakes
Belle Property has expanded its presence in Adelaide with the opening of a new office in Mawson Lakes, led by award-winning agents Sadeq Al-Khalidi and Mustafa Razaee.
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Movers and Shakers
Joanna Jiang opens Harcourts Balwyn office
Joanna Jiang has launched a new Harcourts office in Balwyn, bringing a diverse team with multilingual capabilities to the area.
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Movers and Shakers
James Hall to head up Savills’ luxury and rural residential in NSW
Savills Australia and New Zealand has named James Hall as State Head of Luxury and Rural Residential – NSW, a newly created role.
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Movers and Shakers
Glen Cummins to head new Knight Frank service line
Glen Cummins has been appointed to lead Knight Frank's new Accommodation and Hospitality service line in Townsville and Mackay.
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Movers and Shakers
Aaron Raco to lead new DiJones office in Dee Why
DiJones expands its Northern Beaches footprint with a new office in Dee Why led by Aaron Raco.
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Movers and Shakers
Jacob Caine and Toby Campbell join Ray White
After almost 30 years in operation, East Melbourne's top independent agency, Caine Real Estate, has joined Australasia's largest real estate group as Ray White CRE.
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Real Estate News
Demand for high-quality offices drives down vacancy rates in capital city CBDs
Office vacancy rates have fallen in half of Australia’s CBDs, with demand for space, particularly high quality offices, on the rise.
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Real Estate News
One-minute data: Home price growth continues
National home prices have increased 0.08 per cent in July and are now 6.3 per cent higher than a year ago.
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