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INDUSTRY NEWS
The top 8 TED Talks you absolutely must watch
Having an 'always learning' philosophy will take you far.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Why Vicki Bidner is taking on real estate her way
Vicki Bidner is ready to do real estate her way, but she won’t be doing it by herself. After more than three decades of local real estate experience in the Forster-Tuncurry region, Vicki was ready to build an agency of her own and, after talking with industry peers, she chose UrbanX as a partner for the journey. Vicki’s core clientele…
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Josh Horner: putting rhythm into real estate
Shakespeare once wrote, “All the world’s a stage,” and for Josh Horner, that’s certainly proven true.
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OPINION
Dan Argent: Why volume and GCI are important KPIs right now.
It’s no secret that we’re in a tougher market. And as we face a changing market we’ve seen increased commentary about where agents should focus their efforts and what metrics to track.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
It’s time to shine: Leanne Gillam joins UrbanX
Leanne Gillam, a natural-born entrepreneur, has always possessed a deep passion for business.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
RBA hits pause on interest rates for now
After 10 straight rises the Reserve Bank of Australia has today elected to keep interest rates on hold, pausing the cash rate at 3.6 per cent.
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COMMERCIAL
Flight to quality for East Coast CBD office space
Businesses are demanding A-grade CBD office space in Melbourne and Sydney as employers try to entice workers back to the physical office.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
One-in-five new buyers want an inner city home but can’t afford it
New home buyers in Victoria want to be living in established areas, but a lack of suitable options is making that impossible according to a new report.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Ben Reynolds makes the move in Mudgee to UrbanX
Ben Reynolds, fuelled by his long-time dream of making a mark in the real estate industry, has made the leap and launched Reynolds Estate Agents in partnership with UrbanX. Based in the stunning Mudgee region in rural NSW, Ben has earned a stellar reputation as one of the most respected agents in the area. As a result, he has decided…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
The great debate: short-term holiday rentals in Australia’s housing crisis
Are short-term holiday rentals the solution to or the problem in Australia’s housing crisis?
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FRANCHISE NEWS
From fisherman to million-dollar agent: Hanan Cawley launches his own agency
From commercial fisherman to luxury million-dollar agent, Hanan Cawley is bringing a new era of excellence to the Gold Coast's real estate market. Ranked amongst the top 1% of agents nationwide, Hanan has made a name for himself and now, partnering with UrbanX, his name will be front and centre.
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Real Estate News
Bricks and mortar retail far from dead
The rise of online retail has been a major concern for brick and mortar stores, but recent data suggests that physical shopping centres are still very much alive.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
How three mates started their own agency and simplified their lives
I’m sure you’ve heard the story that being the principal of a real estate agency can be hell.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Australia has taken a ‘light touch’ with Airbnb. Could stronger regulations ease the housing crisis?
The current housing crisis has renewed debates about how to regulate short-term rental platforms such as Airbnb.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Urban & Rural Partners clocks up a year of success with the Agents’Agency
Looking back on his first year with the Agents’Agency, Adelaide auctioneer and sales agent Nigel Christie only has one regret – he wishes he’d done it 10 years ago.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Top Sydney agents step up with new agency
The Northern Beaches of Sydney beware… Chris Aldren and Tulo Sila have joined forces to launch The North Agency, in partnership with UrbanX, and are set to seriously step up the real estate game.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Raine & Horne announces the passing of Max Raine
Max Raine, the former Chairman of Raine & Horne, has passed away at the age of 91, the company has confirmed.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Population patterns, not tax breaks, responsible for housing crisis
Australia's unique population patterns and a shortage of available residential land near jobs and services has had a far greater impact on house prices than interest rates or government subsidies, new analysis shows.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Learn what happened when this agent left a team to build his own agency
When Cham Godakanda decided it was his time to shine, one of his big concerns was how his decision would be perceived by his team.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Adam Cook achieves work-life balance partnering with UrbanX
Excited to show the Capricorn Coast a consistent first-class experience, Adam Cook has launched Adam Cook & Co powered by UrbanX. With the support of UrbanX, Adam is now able to operate under his own name and is committed to delivery exceptional results for his clients.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Branthwaite Real Estate launches with UrbanX
Mornington Peninsula local and well-established real estate agent, Bill Branthwaite, has taken the next step in his career, launching Branthwaite Real Estate in partnership with UrbanX.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Agents got talent: never smile at a crocodile
Real estate professionals by day and singers, actors, reptile experts and kickboxers by night, many agents have hidden skills their clients don't suspect. Noel Mengel sat down with four industry high-achievers to uncover their alter-egos' talents and how they've helped them in their real estate careers.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
The best for Bathurst: Jim Connors launches independent agency with UrbanX
Jim Connors loves real estate. He loves the people he meets and the relationships he makes. His clients love it too and it’s his commitment to achieving the best for Bathurst that has led him to start his own independent agency, Connors & Co.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Borrowers look to refinance as rates rise
Refinancing could hit record highs this year following yesterday’s cash rate rise and with another widely predicted in March.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Mathew and Brooke Iuliano Partner with UrbanX
Committed to staying ahead of the industry, Mathew and Brooke Iuliano are leveraging the support of UrbanX, launching the progressive agency, Mavis.
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OPINION
5 types of copy every property listing needs in 2023
Buyers have their pick of some 11,500 properties listed every week in Australia, so marketing matters if you want your listing to stand out from the crowd.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
One in two property markets declined in 2022: CoreLogic
Record high inflation, rising interest rates and weak consumer sentiment are leading to falling home prices, with new data showing that one in two markets declined in value in 2022
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Gnome sweet Gnome: Josh Horner launches The Horner Agency with UrbanX
Former Dancing With The Stars host turned real estate agent, Josh Horner, has propelled himself further into the spotlight, launching his alternative high-energy real estate business, The Horner Agency.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Real is rare: Rebecca Rainford launches Rarestate in partnership with UrbanX
Rebecca Rainford's goal isn't to be number 1 in robotic, conveyer-belt transactions, her mission is connection, passion and giving more love to the community. Now, with the power of UrbanX Rebecca is paving her own way, leaving behind the constraints of the traditional agency model and founding her own brand, Rarestate.
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OPINION
Dan Argent: How to make 2023 the year to shine (and not decline)
We can all agree that 2023 is going to look vastly different to 2022. The decline in property pricing is predicted to continue, inflationary pressures will keep building, and borrowing is becoming more difficult.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Homebuyers ditch location for lifestyle
Once real estate was all about location, location, location, but now lifestyle, lifestyle, lifestyle is at the forefront of buyers' decision making, according to a leading property expert.
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Real Estate News
The top 50 residential real estate influencers and innovators for 2022
There is rarely a dull day in real estate. From mergers and acquisitions, pivoting in a changing market and continued acceleration of PropTech, 2022 has been a year for the record books.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
How Noosa’s Suter Smith Cleine built their successful real estate agency in under 12 months
After years working under franchise brands, Ian & Linda Suter, Clint Smith & Tyron Cleine took the leap and joined forces to launch their independent agency, Suter Smith Cleine a little over 12 months ago.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Victorian suburbs top the list for best buying opportunities in 2023
Victoria has topped the list for the most suburbs that offer great buying opportunities in 2023 according to a new report.
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Kyle Raven launches with UrbanX – the way of the future for high-performing agents
For 15 years, Kyle Raven has built a reputation around his passion for real estate and the time has come for him to put his own name on the door, launching Kyle Raven in Wangarrata, Victoria.
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