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AI Tips and Tricks
The proactive real estate agent: five AI-powered strategies that will win you more business
If you’re still stuck doing everything the hard way, it might be time to call in some backup — the AI kind. From sorting your leads to writing your emails, smart agents are using AI tools to get ahead without burning out. Here are five AI-powered strategies that’ll help you work smarter, stand out from the crowd, and bring in…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Major western suburbs expansion for powerhouse team
Ray White is strengthening its presence in Brisbane's western suburbs with the highly anticipated launch of Ray White Centenary.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Khaled Arabzedeh: overcoming rejection and building success in Casey
Khaled Arabzedeh has built a market-leading business in Melbourne's southeast, dominating the Hampton Park market for five consecutive years.
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Celebrity Homes
Wolfmother drummer Hamish Rosser lists ‘laid back’ Byron Bay hinterland home
Set on two hectares in the rolling hills of Clunes, the Northern Rivers home of Wolfmother and The Vines drummer Hamish Rosser and music executive Kristy Rosser is up for sale, with a $2.5 million price guide.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
“A bit of showbiz never hurt anyone”: Josh Horner on why real estate needs more fun
From Disney choreography to sold stickers, Josh Horner brings flair, feeling and yes, even showgirls to the property market.
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INTERNATIONAL
Overseas demand for UK property hits record low
The number of international buyers registering to purchase residential property in the UK has fallen to its lowest level since records began, with new figures pointing to tax changes and shifting political dynamics as key deterrents.
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AI Tips and Tricks
Levelling up your AI assistant: better prompts get better AI answers
We’ve all done it—typed a slightly irritated question into ChatGPT like it’s a lazy assistant who’s forgotten how to be helpful. And when the answer comes back bland, we assume it’s the AI that’s underperforming. But here’s the twist: just like with any team member, if you want better results, you’ve got to give better direction.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
The Agency achieves historic highest sales month ever
March marked a milestone for national real estate brand The Agency, delivering its highest monthly sales volume since launching eight years ago.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Peter Diamantidis and Shiv Nair launch Ray White United Group
Shiv Nair and Peter Diamantidis are on a mission with the launch of Ray White United Group.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Calls to ease housing affordability pressures as property leaders back red tape reduction
Two of Australia’s leading property industry voices have thrown their support behind changes to lending and investment policy, arguing they are necessary to improve housing affordability and attract investment.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
More choice, flexibility and support ahead for agents, says REA Group
Agents can expect “more choice, more flexibility, more value than ever before” in 2025, with REA Group rolling out a number of product updates and service enhancements in direct response to customer feedback.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Tariffs, trade and turmoil: how global uncertainty could shake up Australia’s housing market
A trade war might be unfolding on the other side of the globe, but its impact is hitting closer to home. Domain research unpacks how tensions between major global economies are sending ripple effects through Australia’s property landscape.
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OPINION
Help to Buy expanded, but global lessons overlooked
Australia’s 2025 Budget offers limited housing support through expanded equity schemes, prefab funding, and trade training. But Ray White Chief Economist, Nerida Conisbee, warns a foreign buyer ban could hinder supply—opposite to global strategies where foreign investment helps drive development. Like other countries, the measures help some buyers but won’t solve affordability or supply challenges.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Federal Budget addresses housing crisis but more action needed
The Albanese Government's pre-election budget has made positive steps toward addressing Australia's housing crisis, though experts suggest that more needs to be done.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Labor expands “Help to Buy” scheme to reach more homebuyers
The federal government will significantly expand its "Help to Buy" shared equity housing scheme in the Federal Budget, raising both income and property price caps to make the program accessible to more Australians.
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Elite Agent
2025 Budget: What Real Estate Professionals Need the Government to Deliver
As the 2025 Federal Budget approaches, those of us on the frontlines of the property market are watching closely. The decisions made will directly impact our industry, our clients, and, ultimately, our business success. Here’s what I believe real estate professionals should advocate for and prepare to leverage in the coming financial year. Construction Workforce Crisis Demands Immediate Action Every…
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Elite Agent TV
Your Business Exit Isn’t the End — It’s Your Next Chapter
Let’s be honest, most of us don’t like thinking about what happens when we’re no longer around. The word “exit” itself makes many people wince—it sounds so… final. And a bit negative, right? But here’s the thing: planning for leadership transition isn’t admitting defeat or waving the white flag; it’s actually one of the smartest business moves you can make.…
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Celebrity Homes
The Block winners Mitch & Mark list luxurious beach home
TV renovation stars Mitch and Mark have listed their meticulously transformed home in Sydney's Northern Beaches, marking their first major project since winning The Block.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rate wars could see borrowers opt for longer fixed terms
New Zealand borrowers may soon shift away from short-term fixed mortgages as banks engage in "rate wars" offering lower 2-3 year fixed rates.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Elections don’t actually impact the property market
Contrary to popular belief, Federal elections have little effect on Australia's property market, according to new research.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Five years on: COVID-19’s lasting impact on Australia’s housing market
Five years after COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, its influence on Australia’s housing market remains strong, with national home values rising 38.4% since March 2020.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New homes require smaller mortgages in five states
Homebuyers in five Australian states are taking out smaller mortgages for new homes than for established properties, challenging the notion that new builds always come with premium price tags.
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Celebrity Homes
Rob Lowe cuts the price of his Beverly Hills home again
Actor Rob Lowe has reduced the asking price of his Beverly Hills home to US$5.2 million, marking the second price cut for the property this year.
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INTERNATIONAL
Dubai’s real estate boom reshapes the Gulf’s luxury market
Dubai’s property market continues its rapid expansion, with residential sales reaching AED 120 billion ($32.7 billion) in the third quarter of 2024, driven by an influx of high-net-worth buyers.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
High-end property markets signal broader recovery ahead
Australia's premium property markets are showing strong signs of recovery, potentially signaling a broader market turnaround according to recent data.
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Movers and Shakers
Professionals Nowra celebrates 50-year milestone
Karl Poulton leads family business into its second generation as the agency marks half a century of service to the Nowra community.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Hope for housing affordability after RBA rate cut
Housing affordability in Australia might be at a record low, but the RBA rate cut suggests 2025 may bring welcome relief for both buyers and renters.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New Zealand property values show signs of recovery
Property values in New Zealand have returned to growth, signaling the end of 2024's mini downturn and suggesting modest growth ahead for 2025.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Duo bring experience and community focus to Ray White Palmerston
Experienced real estate professionals Andrew Harding and Ryan Rowsell have teamed up to open Ray White Palmerston.
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Mindset and Personal Development
The ‘Happiness Advantage’: why mindset is the secret weapon of top real estate agents
In real estate, success is often thought to be the result of hard work, skill, and a strong client base. But there’s another, less obvious factor that sets top-performing agents apart from the rest: mindset.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Housing market rebounds as prices rise
After three months of decline, Australian home values increased by 0.3% in February, marking a reversal in the short-lived downturn, according to CoreLogic’s Home Value Index.
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Movers and Shakers
Holly Longmuir opens fifth Buxton office on Mornington Peninsula
Buxton Real Estate is expanding its presence with a new office in Balnarring, set to open March 7, marking the fifth location for the agency in the region.
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Movers and Shakers
Greg Hocking joins Marshall White
Melbourne real estate legend Greg Hocking has joined leading luxury real estate agency Marshall White as a Sales Executive.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Apartment rents cool in the US, but family homes stay pricey
Renters in the United States may find better deals on apartments this year, but those looking for single-family homes will likely continue to face high costs, experts say.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Aussie homeownership dreams remain strong despite market pressures
A new LJ Hooker survey has revealed that despite soaring property prices and mortgage pressures, Australians remain committed to the dream of owning their own home. The findings highlight a continued belief in real estate as a solid investment, as well as the key home features buyers refuse to compromise on.
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