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INDUSTRY NEWS
REINSW recognises top performers for 2017
Real estate’s outstanding performers have been recognised at the 2017 Real Estate Institute of New South Wales Awards for Excellence Gala Dinner. REINSW President John Cunningham said in its 20th year the award winners highlight the professional standards that the real estate industry is striving for. “The winners across 20 categories are paving the way as our commitment to professionalism…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Queensland’s top 150 salespeople revealed
The A List is determined purely on sales which reveals the top 150 performers in the state across all markets in Brisbane and regional centres. The A List initiative was established five years ago by the Ray White Group, but the data is sourced and verified by Pricefinder. Ray White Queensland chief executive officer Tony Warland said he was happy…
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Thought Leaders Podcast
Episode 8: Free Fridges, AirBnB for first homebuyers, Beating the Interceptors, Marketing Tips and more
Weekly wrap: Samantha McLean and Mark Edwards recap the week that was. ‘Elevate’ is the new official podcast of Elite Agent Magazine for real estate industry sales professionals, property managers, and leaders. Each episode, we will bring you behind the scenes coaching, news analysis, exclusive interviews, technology, and more to help you list more, sell more, and elevate your results.…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
McGrath announces new social advertising strategy focusing on Facebook and Instagram
“For the past 12 months, we have been actively working with our network to maximise their social advertising results through various partners. We are now in a position to take our brand and property social advertising to the next level, through the implementation of our own in-house digital marketing platform. “Further, we are thrilled to announce that McGrath will become…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Stephen Bock re-joins McGrath to cover the Northern Beaches of NSW
McGrath Estate Agents today announced Stephen Bock has joined its company owned sales team on Sydney’s northern beaches, specialising in the key suburbs of Manly, Fairlight, Balgowlah, Balgowlah Heights and Forestville. Mr Bock brings with him more than 18 years of sales experience and has sold close to $1 billion dollars in real estate over his career. He returns to…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Historic Millers Point Workers Dwellings sold for $26M by McGrath
McGrath Edgecliff agent Peter Starr said interest in the buildings was strong. “Throughout the campaign 141 groups inquired on either the whole block or the four separate parts. After six weeks of marketing, ten parties made formal bids which proved the process to be both competitive and very satisfying. The result demonstrates the ongoing confidence in the future of Millers…
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BEST PRACTICE
How to Grow Your Business in Less Time
1 MODEL SUCCESS If you look at many of the top agents in Australia, the one thing they did was find somebody who was very successful and work for them. This way they learnt from the best and grew their business on the experience of the super-agent. Not always easy to do, but if you are serious there’s no shortage…
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Real Estate News
John McGrath says no chance of a 40% correction in Sydney market
“The Sydney market is most of the way through its sales cycle and very near the top of its cycle. My view is there is no bubble and no chance of a 40% correction.” said Mr McGrath “The market continues to have strong drivers including deep demand, populations growth, overseas investment and low interest rates. There is a possibility of a small…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
McGrath tips Geelong as a strong performer this Spring Office reports upturn since joining the brand
McGrath Founder John McGrath said Geelong is well positioned for growth with many new Government departments and infrastructure setting up in the CBD, which is driving demand for residential property. “Geelong is becoming a hub for many medical, tech and government organisations, which has been a very positive economic driver for the area,” said Mr McGrath. McGrath Geelong Co-Principal David…
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Real Estate News
Inner West market leader Luke Bellero joins The Agency
With more than 20 years of experience, Luke Bellero has worked with a number of major brands, including LJ Hooker and McGrath Estate Agents. And though he says it’s a big move, Luke Bellero is confident about the team and the brand he is joining. “The Agency, in my opinion, just have it all right! It’s bold, modern and fun…
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Profile
Agent Profile: Sam Bevan
Drawn into real estate by chance, Sam Bevan is now making her mark. Having started out on reception, single mum Sam gradually made her way up the ranks and is now a property consultant with Abel McGrath Claremont in Perth, WA. After just 18 months in sales Sam has written about $220K in GCI, and says that everything she has…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Karen Terry joins McGrath Estate Agents
Ms Terry joins McGrath Forestville/Manly having moved over from Ray White. Prior to real estate, Ms Terry worked in the media industry for more than 20 years, ultimately as Unit Manager for ‘A Current Affair’ on the Nine Network. Ms Terry said she was attracted to the McGrath brand for its professionalism, world-class marketing and technology. “The real estate industry…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Novice auctioneers raise $50,000 for charity: REINSW
REINSW President John Cunningham said the event is getting bigger and more competitive each year. “This year’s competition saw 66 competitors take part in ten heats right across NSW,” Mr Cunningham said. “Michael Garofolo, who has worked in hospitality his whole life before adventuring into auctioneering took out the title against 10 other finalists. “It’s a great way for the…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
2017 REINSW Awards for Excellence finalists announced
REINSW President John Cunningham said the Awards encourage, promote and recognise excellence in the real estate profession. “Being recognised as a finalist in the REINSW Awards for Excellence is an outstanding achievement,” Mr Cunningham said. “Over the past 20 years we have highlighted the best and brightest in the state and with professionalism at the top of our agenda in…
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Real Estate News
Di Jones agent Emma Brown-Garrett wins Novice Auctioneers Competition
Auctions are often described as the real estate industry’s ‘piece of theatre’, and a background in acting has helped novice auctioneer Emma Brown-Garrett secure a place in the State Final of the REINSW Novice Auctioneers Competition. Ms Brown-Garrett, a sales agent based at the Woollahra office of Di Jones Real Estate, won the 10th and final heat of the Novice Auctioneers…
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Real Estate News
Time to move forward or be left behind: REINSW
The REINSW held its first ever Property Industry Think-Tank on professionalism to discuss education and the future of the industry. The think-tank, held at Parliament House in Sydney, invited 60 thought leaders and high-performing real estate agents to explore what the industry needs to do to become a true profession. REINSW President John Cunningham spoke to the aspiration to have…
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Real Estate News
Unique business model attracts experienced franchise manager Luke Cameron
20 offices within three years for a new brand might sound ambitious, but for Stone Real Estate franchise manager Luke Cameron, this is the reality for the young brand. The unique Stone Real Estate business model is what Mr Cameron credits for its rapid growth and success. The business, started by CEO Peter Mumford, is based on a centralised database…
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Elite Agent
Revive 2017 Round Table Series: Queensland
Elite Agent is following the Revive 2017 Wellness and Wellbeing Round Table Series tour as it makes it’s way across four of Australia’s capitals. The was at the brand new REIQ House in Queensland yesterday, and with only one more stop to go in Sydney today, we look at some of the ideas for wellness initiatives that can help create well-beings…
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Elite Agent
Leading With Integrity
DRAWING ON YEARS OF EXPERIENCE in managing businesses both in and outside the real estate industry, Stone Real Estate Founder and CEO Peter Mumford explains why he would like to create a new ‘norm’ in real estate leadership. FOR MANY YEARS I have thought the property industry needs more ethical leadership and integrity, starting right from the top. This urgent…
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AREC2017 EA Studio
Feature Interview: Rik Rushton with Samantha McLean
Transcript: Samantha McLean: Back at the Elite Agent stand with someone very special, someone who has been to all 20 years of AREC. That doesn’t mean he’s old, it just means he’s wise. Welcome, Rik Rushton. Rik Rushton: Thank you, and I came here during work experience, so that–no, I actually have been here for 20 years, that’s correct. Samantha:…
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EPM: Industry News
Day One: PPM 2017 Conference Wrap Up
A sell-out crowd of 200 property managers from around Australia descended on the Marriott at Surfers Paradise yesterday for the 15th annual PPM Conference. The event was jump started with the electric Amanda Gore, who blends the science of EQ, Positive Psychology, Neuroscience, Epigenetics with a frank and hilarious presentation about mindset. Amanda challenged delegates to be more aware of…
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EPM: Industry News
2017 Top Performers: PPM Group Host Best of the Best Awards Gala
The PPM Group celebrated it’s Best of the Best for 2017 with awards bringing recognition to top performers from around the country, across a variety of property management categories. The Gala saw an opportunity for delegates to the PPM Conference, speakers and award nominees to enjoy an evening with entertainment from The Roaming Magician. Conference MC and Awards Host, Malcolm Riley,…
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Transform 2017 Coach
A Game of Inches Part 2: Listing Presentation Challenge with John McGrath and Monika Tu
Week 10 mentor and Elite Agent regular Jet Xavier caught up with them just before the start of the challenge to find out from these two industry greats what really gives an agent the edge in a listing presentation. Jet: Once the listing presentation’s over, when do you think an agent should follow up? Monika: I think the agent should…
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Transform 2017 Coach
A Game of Inches Part 1: Listing Presentation Challenge with John McGrath and Monika Tu
Week 10 mentor and Elite Agent regular Jet Xavier caught up with them just before the start of the challenge to find out from these two industry greats what really gives an agent the edge in a listing presentation. Jet Xavier: What makes a world class listing presentation for you both? Monika Tu: For me, it’s all about preparation. And…
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Elite Agent
Mighty Mackay: Leanne Druery
AFTER WATCHING one of Tom Panos’ famous Sunday night rants, Transform 2017 winner Leanne Druery took on board his five-second rule of decision making. At the time she had been contemplating returning to her career as a sales consultant after the tragic loss of her husband three months earlier. Feeling there was nothing to lose and everything to gain, Leanne…
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Transform
Transform 2017 Week 10A Alan Stevens: Building Rapport Using Facial Profiling
Here are the highlights from our Super Six session with The Celebrity Profiler, Alan Stevens Coach: Alan Stevens Key Points Facial features are a history of one’s personality, and there are different ways to respond and act towards different facial expressions and twitches How to approach a listing presentation with John McGrath and Monika Tu, based on their facial…
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Transform
Transform 2017: Challenge Week – Behind the Scenes
Transform 2017 Coach Jet Xavier takes you “Behind the Scenes” of the Week 10 listing presentation challenge with John McGrath and Monika Tu. Samantha McLean also chatted to Jet about his experiences on the day, as well as what advice he gave the Supersix before going into the ‘Shark Tank’
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OPINION
Is a Price Guide Really the Answer? Haesley Cush
Last week in Victoria new legislation was released making it mandatory for agents to provide price ranges, or ‘statement of information’ forms, to all buyers. These forms will in most cases include what the agent deems to be three recent comparable sales. Consider that most agents are requested by their prospective vendors to show them that range before they chose…
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Elite Agent
Three Steps to Success
TANJA M JONES HAS joined the ‘head coaching crew’ in Transform 2017. Here she discusses her ‘Steps to Success’ framework which she uses every day in her regular coaching practice, and with #teamtanj in Transform 2017. I remember attending the ‘Million Dollar Agent’ couch conversation with John McGrath and Tom Panos at my first AREC in 2015. Both sat firm,…
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Elite Agent
Calling Australia Home
WHAT IS IT REALLY LIKE to start your life over in a new country with a new career? Two agents, Namir Mikha of Belle Property Newtown and Jessica Chea of First National Real Estate Waverley City, immigrated to Australia each for very different reasons. Here they tell June Ramli how they’ve made a successful home for themselves in Australia and…
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Real Estate News
Peter Kakos to lead The Agency’s move into Victoria
Former Marshall White director and McGrath sales director, Peter Kakos will join The Agency as General Manager Victoria to champion the company’s growth into Victoria. He joins the company with high recommendations in the industry, having made a significant impact as a coach, mentor and business development over the course of his career. Matt Lahood, CEO, The Agency said of…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Heath Dockary team joins Di Jones
The strategic expansion at Di Jones Real Estate continues with the Northern Suburbs team growing through the appointment of high-profile agent Heath Dockary and his support team. Dockary has been recognised in the top 25 agents across the McGrath network for several years and in the top five percent of all agents in NSW. Di Jones Real Estate CEO Rob…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Former McGrath sales director now the Agency’s new CEO
Ausnet Financial Services has appointed Sydney-based Matt Lahood as the Agency’s first CEO, effective immediately, the company told the ASX in a statement on Monday. Lahood who most recently held the position of director of sales for McGrath real estate comes with more than 28 years’ of industry experience, the company said. “I am very excited about my new role at the Agency as…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Bob Wolff gives his take on the challenges facing real estate businesses today
Bob Wolff, one of the very first speakers from the first AREC is due to return for AREC’s 20th Anniversary, providing more tips and strategies to achieving superstar success. Bob Wolff from the US was the very first speaker at AREC in 1997 where he shared his strategies that have become the foundation for many real estate agents in Australia…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Stone real estate to expand to 30 offices by year-end: CEO Peter Mumford
Sydney-based Stone Real Estate plans to grow its offices from current 13 to 30 by the end of the year, its CEO and founder Peter Mumford has said. Mumford, a former McGrath agent who started the business two years ago with the first office set up in Lane Cove, said this year’s expansion plans would be executed throughout various parts in…
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