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Movers and Shakers
The principal’s playbook: How to ensure you’re indispensable
How modern real estate principals can lead, align teams, and stay relevant in a rapidly evolving market
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Elite Agent
Could long-term leasing be a solution to Australia’s rental crisis?
Currently, around 31% of Australian households rent, a figure that is expected to increase in the coming years. This shift highlights the growing need for secure, long-term rental options.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Australian property market hits $11 trillion despite slowing growth
Australia's property market has reached a new milestone, with the total value of residential real estate surpassing $11 trillion for the first time, but growth is starting to ease.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
RNBZ rate cuts to boost confidence
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s latest rate cut is set to boost market confidence and there is likely more easing on the way.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
She Sells: a simple WhatsApp group grows into a powerful platform for women at Laing+Simmons
Laing+Simmons has seen the rise of a unique, organically grown collective called “She Sells,” an initiative for female agents that started as a simple WhatsApp group within the company. This network of women agents, who originally connected through the company’s Elevate mentoring program, has grown into a powerful platform for support and collaboration. The program wasn’t strategically planned but has…
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Movers and Shakers
Woodards launches industry-first Cadet program
Woodards has introduced a new Cadet program to provide dedicated training for beginners in the real estate industry.
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Movers and Shakers
Craig Shute appointed CEO of Asia Pacific at Knight Frank
Knight Frank has announced Craig Shute as the new CEO of Asia Pacific (APAC), starting in 2025.
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Movers and Shakers
Ray White Marine moves to Rose Bay Marina
Luxury yacht brokerage Ray White Marine is relocating its Sydney headquarters to Rose Bay Marina in November 2024.
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Movers and Shakers
Colin Hatch opens Harcourts Complete in Jimboomba
Experienced agent Colin Hatch has returned to real estate, opening Harcourts Complete in the growing Jimboomba region.
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Movers and Shakers
Benson Spong takes the helm at Ray White Nundah
Ray White Nundah enters a new era as Benson Spong steps into the role of principal, taking over from long-time owners Anthony and Andrea Clark.
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Movers and Shakers
Kate Spence and Chris Rayner open Belle Property Lower Blue Mountains
Award-winning principal duo Kate Spence and Chris Rayner have opened a new Belle Property office in the Lower Blue Mountains.
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Movers and Shakers
Charlotte Agace appointed as Growth Partner at Place Estate Agents
Place Estate Agents have appointing Charlotte Agace to drive expansion across the greater Brisbane area
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Movers and Shakers
Jarita Rayasam joins LJ Hooker as Head of Operations Strategic Growth
Jarita Rayasam has been appointed as Head of Operations Strategic Growth at LJ Hooker Group as the company focuses on driving growth and profitability.
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Movers and Shakers
Michael Bacon steps up as co-director at Place Kangaroo Point
Michael Bacon has been named co-director of Place Kangaroo Point, marking a significant step in his rapid rise through the ranks in Brisbane.
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Movers and Shakers
Suzanne Brown gets the nod as next REIWA PresidentÂ
The Real Estate Institute of Western Australia (REIWA) has elected Suzanne Brown as its new President, taking over from Joe White who completed his two-year term.
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Movers and Shakers
Jacob Caine reappointed as REIV President
Jacob Caine has been reappointed as President of the Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) for a second term.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Investors flock to charity-backed commercial properties
There’s currently a surge in demand for properties backed by established charities like the Salvation Army and St Vincent De Paul.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Housing crisis deepens as new home builds hit decade-low
Australia's housing crisis is set to worsen as new home construction plummets to its lowest level in over a decade, according to industry experts.
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Real Estate News
Explore Property Opens New Office in Yeppoon, Tapping into Coastal Market Boom
Adam de Jong, a veteran real estate agent, leads Explore Property’s new Yeppoon office and brings nearly two decades of local market expertise. Explore Property expands its presence in Queensland, focusing on personalised service and innovative marketing to meet the growing demand in Yeppoon’s coastal property market.
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CONTRIBUTORS
How Millennials and Gen Z are reshaping real estate
Katrina Tarrant, CEO Harcourts NSW on what the next generation really wants and how we need to change our sales approach.
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VIC Real Estate News
Victorian rental market sees over 10% increase in 2024
The latest data from the Homes Victoria June Quarter 2024 Rental Report reveals a sharp increase in rental prices across the state.
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CONTRIBUTORS
Do more deals by Christmas
With only a few weeks left in the year, it’s crunch time for commercial real estate agents.Â
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CONTRIBUTORS
Reapit to elevate agency tech with new game-changing innovations
PropTech provider Reapit will announce the latest enhancement to its award-winning range of platforms including Console Cloud, AgentBox, Inspect Real Estate and Move Me In on 24 October.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Strata properties gain popularity in NSW and QLD
House purchases are trending downwards in New South Wales as buyers increasingly turn to strata properties, according to a new report.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Sydney and Melbourne’s unit markets struggle despite affordability gains
Despite improving affordability in some areas, certain unit markets in Sydney and Melbourne are failing to attract buyers, according to new research from CoreLogic.
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OPINION
Joel Davoren: The growing impact of seller regulations on investors
Joel Davoren, Managing Director of RE/MAX Australia, believes there is a "seismic shift" in real estate, where the traditional "buyer beware" approach is transitioning to "seller beware".
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Real Estate News
September property listings hit highest levels since 2015
Sellers are embracing the spring selling season, with new property listings in September 2024 reaching their highest volume since 2015.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Parliament urged to pass housing legislation
The Property Council of Australia is calling on Parliament to pass the federal government's housing legislation without delay, starting with the Help to Buy scheme this week.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Victoria’s property market faces challenges amid high taxes
Victoria's once-booming property market is now struggling to keep pace with the rest of Australia, according to a leading economist.
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CONTRIBUTORS
No versus know: the role of emotional intelligence in decision making
In the fast-paced world of real estate, the ability to make quick, effective decisions is critical. However, Adrian Knowles, CEO of Harcourts Australia, explains the distinction between "No" and "Know" can often make a world of difference.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Tasmania leads property boom with 233% gains, while NT lags
Property prices in Tasmania have surged by an impressive 233% over the past 20 years, leading the nation in capital growth.
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Real Estate Content
The Block couples: a peek behind the real estate curtain
For real estate agents, The Block provides a unique case study in how to market high-end homes under pressure.
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Thought Leaders Podcast
Paul Curtain: Setting the Pace at Place
Co-founder and director of Place Real Estate Paul Curtain is a leader who has helped shape the Queensland real estate landscape over the past two decades.
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Real Estate News
REA Group invests in 3D visualisation platform IMMERSIV
REA Group has announced a minority investment in IMMERSIV, a 3D visualisation platform designed specifically to support buying and selling off the plan properties..
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INDUSTRY NEWS
ANZ predicts property prices to rise 5.5 per cent in 2025
Australia's capital city housing markets are expected to see continued growth in 2024, with prices forecast to rise by 7.3 per cent.
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