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Celebrity Homes
Iconic filmmaker Stanley Kubrick’s former home hits the market
Stanley Kubrick's former Hertfordshire residence, where he created some of cinema's most influential works, has been listed for sale at ÂŁ6.95 million ($13.34 million AUD).
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INDUSTRY NEWS
REIWA chief executive Cath Hart steps down after three years
Cath Hart has announced her resignation as chief executive of the Real Estate Institute of Western Australia (REIWA) after three years in the role.
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AI Tips and Tricks
Are tenants ready for an AI Landlord?
There is some innovative stuff happening in the US in property management. But are consumers ready for it?
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Top agents list more than 60% of properties. Here’s what they have in common
In an industry built on optimism and driven by results, real estate has long traded on the appeal of the fast start and meteoric rise. But new research from Jordan Tormey, Strategy Analyst at the Ray White Group, paints a more grounded and arguably more sustainable picture of what long-term success in real estate actually looks like.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Energy-Efficient homes prove a hot commodity in 2025, fetching up to 14.5% more
As households contend with escalating living costs and energy bills, new research from Domain reveals that energy-efficient homes are not only delivering day-to-day savings, but also fetching significant price premiums at sale.
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Celebrity Homes
Christina Ricci lists home amid family crisis following LA wildfires
Actress Christina Ricci is parting ways with her architectural Silver Lake, Los Angeles home, listing the property for $4.175 million (approx. AUD $6.26 million).
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Real estate expert takes next step in career at Ray White Palm Beach
A decade after launching his real estate career, Troy Fitzgerald has stepped into business ownership, alongside the Malan family of Ray White Malan and Co, at Ray White Palm Beach on the Gold Coast.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Jellis Craig Geelong buys out Hayden Real Estate Geelong
Jellis Craig Geelong has purchased Hayden Real Estate Geelong, making it the region’s biggest property management firm.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Labor’s super tax could force SMSF property investors to sell
Labor's proposed superannuation tax on balances over $3 million could create significant challenges for Australians holding residential investment properties through their Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSFs), potentially forcing sales and reshaping the property market.
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BEST PRACTICE
EOFY insurance check: Are you prepared?
As EOFY approaches, real estate agents should review their business insurance policies to ensure adequate protection against industry-specific risks. From Professional Indemnity to Cyber Liability coverage, identifying gaps now can prevent costly claims and underinsurance later.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Why Suzanne Brown has flipped the script to treat tenants like VIP clients
Suzanne Brown, Director of Rentwest Solutions and President of the Real Estate Institute of Western Australia (REIWA), doesn’t believe tenants should be treated as an afterthought. In fact, she sees them as future buyers, landlords, and long-term clients, and treats them accordingly.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Homely’s latest marketing campaign supports better results for agents and vendors
As real estate professionals navigate a dynamic and often costly advertising environment, Homely reaffirms its commitment to providing a more accessible and value-driven alternative to expensive advertising in the property portal space.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New home sales surge following interest rate cut
New home sales have jumped to their highest level in 12 months, signalling a potential recovery in the housing construction sector after years of stagnation.
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Celebrity Homes
Stevie Wonder’s Calabasas home on the market for US$15 Million
The modern Mediterranean-style Calabasas estate once shared by music legend Stevie Wonder and his former wife, clothing designer Kai Milla-Morris, has been listed for sale at $15 million (approx. A$22.8 million).
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AI Tips and Tricks
Samantha can’t come to the phone right now…
Need a PA to answer your phone for you - Meet Lucy your new voice AI.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Houses outperform owner incomes as property market shifts
Australian houses have quietly outperformed their owners' earning capacity over the past year, with property values increasing more than personal incomes in several key markets.
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Mindset and Personal Development
From A-League to auctions: Adam Pearce on the winning mindset that powers top performing agents
When it comes to the mindset of top performers, former A-League goalkeeper Adam Pearce doesn’t see a difference between elite sport and elite real estate.
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AREC 2025
Global trade wars create unexpected property boom for Australia
Global trade tensions and tariffs are expected to create a property boom in Australia as redirected Chinese goods flood the market, leading to lower prices and increased affordability, while interest rate cuts signal a shift towards easier borrowing conditions. Agents must prepare strategically to capitalize on this upcoming opportunity.
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AREC 2025
How real estate agents are using personality-driven AI to outpace the robots
Real estate agents can combat AI replacement by leveraging human connection and personality-driven strategies, using custom chatbots to enhance client interactions and create deeper relationships while maintaining their authentic voice.
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AREC 2025
Australia 2035: migration, density and climate risk will reshape the future
Australia's property market by 2035 will be shaped by significant migration from India, urban densification, and climate risk. With a growing population and changing demographics, real estate agents must adapt to new buyer dynamics and address insurance challenges to thrive in an evolving landscape.
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AREC 2025
How Edward Pack reclaimed pride and performance in real estate
Edward Pack transformed his real estate career by committing fully, eliminating backup plans, acquiring extensive knowledge, and maintaining consistent performance despite challenges. His journey illustrates that success stems from commitment and psychological resilience rather than just technical skills.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Harcourts Phillis launches as new family-led real estate business in Whyalla
Acclaimed local real estate professional Whitney Phillis, alongside her husband Sonny, is proud to announce the launch of Harcourts Phillis, a family-owned real estate business dedicated to serving the Whyalla community.Â
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Property expert has Advantage on the Gold Coast
With more than two decades of experience in the central Gold Coast property market, property expert Jordan Thams has opened Ray White Advantage alongside his wife Kyra.Â
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AI Tips and Tricks
Zoom’s over. Now what? Smarter ways to capture (and actually use) your best ideas
Want to create your own 'Otter'? Here are some prompts you can use with Claude or ChatGPT
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AREC 2025
Meet the billion-dollar real estate agent
Clayton Orrigo doesn’t fit the mould. No designer suits. No keynote reels. No cold calling. Yet his team is the #1 performer in Manhattan, moving over USD$1 billion in property each year. Speaking at AREC for the first time, the Hudson Advisory Group founder broke down the unconventional mindset behind his rise—and why being “annoyingly accessible” might just be the…
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Celebrity Homes
Game, set, sell: tennis star Nick Kyrgios lists Sydney penthouse
The three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment—perched atop the award-winning Capella building in Kensington, is being offered with a price guide of $1.8 million.
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AREC 2025
Tony O’Doherty’s early obsession led to burnout, but it also revealed the 30:1 formula for long-term real estate success
Tony O'Doherty, Principal of McGrath Bulimba and Brisbane’s top-ranked agent on RateMyAgent, shares the 30:1 rule behind his success.
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AREC 2025
From terminal illness to top of the luxury market: Mauricio Umansky’s playbook for becoming the 1%
Mauricio Umansky was born blind in one eye with a rare blood disease and odds stacked fifty thousand to one against him. Today, he’s the founder of The Agency, a Netflix star, and the man behind some of America’s biggest property deals. Speaking at AREC, he delivered a clear message to agents: average won’t cut it.
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AREC 2025
No shortcut through fear: A big wave surfer’s lesson for real estate agents
Mark Mathews shares how fear management in big wave surfing parallels real estate success, emphasising that experience is key to overcoming fear. He advocates for gratitude practices, like sending appreciation texts, to build resilience and strengthen connections in the face of rejection and market pressures.
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AREC 2025
The Real Estate Agent Who Went Through Five Assistants in One Year
Adrian Oddi, a successful real estate agent, faced burnout and health issues after years of high sales. Following a cancer diagnosis, he redefined success by prioritizing health, family, and personal happiness over work, advocating for a balanced approach to life and career in real estate.
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AREC 2025
Oliver Lavers: The $906 Coffee and Other Expensive Mistakes
Intro: Thirteen years ago, Oliver Lavers was earning just $40K a year, borrowing money to get around, and ready to walk away from real estate. Today, he brings in $5 million in annual commissions. The turning point? A breakdown that forced him to get crystal clear on his “why” - and commit like never before.
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AREC 2025
Instagram Queen: The Real Estate Agent Who Built an $800 Million Empire One Post at a Time
Lana Samuels transformed her Instagram into a powerful marketing tool, generating over $800 million in sales. By treating social media as a business platform, she sold a $7.1 million property off-market through a single post, emphasizing the importance of online presence and storytelling in real estate.
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AREC 2025
33 Top Tips from AREC 2025 Day 1
From Will Guidara's hospitality magic to surfing champion Mark Mathews' lessons on commitment, AREC 2025 delivered game-changing insights for agents ready to rise above the noise. These 33 distilled strategies cut through the fluff—covering everything from negotiating fearlessly and protecting your energy to turning social media into a profit engine. Whether you're battling market uncertainty or building unshakeable client relationships,…
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Celebrity Homes
Emma Stone lists Austin mansion for $26.5 million after extensive renovation
Oscar-winning actress Emma Stone and her husband Dave McCary have placed their Austin, Texas estate on the market for US$26.5 million, following years of extensive renovations that are nearly complete.
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AREC 2025
Kamala Harris: The Vice-President who ate ‘No’ for breakfast tells real estate agents how to win
The 49th Vice President shared hard-won lessons from staring down Wall Street's biggest players, offering real estate professionals a blueprint for turning rejection into negotiation gold through preparation and genuine empathy.
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