Technology
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AI trap in real estate: poor implementation burns clients and brands
AI has enormous potential to improve efficiency in real estate, but when implemented poorly it risks damaging the very trust the industry relies on.
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Google’s home listing trial signals a shift for online real estate platforms
Google is trialling expanded home listing features in Search, signalling a potential shift in how buyers find properties and how real estate portals compete online.
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Building Proptech that works for the industry
Inside REACH ANZ’s new era: how Managing Partner Peter Schravemade and his team are reshaping the proptech accelerator model with tailored pathways, deeper mentorship, and a growing community of innovators across Australia and New Zealand.
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Google signs one of 2025’s largest commercial property leases in India
Global tech giant Google has made headlines in India’s commercial property sector, finalising one of the largest office leases of 2025.
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iD4me expands into New Zealand, delivering verified data on homeowners to Kiwi agents
Australian data intelligence platform iD4me has officially entered the New Zealand market, bringing with it a new era of verified information on homeowners designed to help real estate agents prospect smarter, save time, and build stronger relationships.
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TikTok reveals a new generation of first home buyers: strategic, savvy and investment-minded
The stereotype of first home buyers being locked out of the market is missing the bigger picture. Fresh analysis of TikTok’s trending content shows young Australians are far from passive or uninformed — they’re treating property as a calculated wealth-building move. Over just 30 days, thousands of posts under top hashtags such as #propertyinvestment, #homeloans and #rentvesting reveal an audience…
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Cybersecurity for real estate agents: Threats, tips & insurance
Real estate agencies have become prime targets for cybercriminals seeking sensitive client data, from financial details to personal identification. As attacks through phishing, vishing and ransomware surge, these businesses face unique vulnerabilities due to mobile workforces and multiple digital platforms connecting agents, clients and contractors.
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Digital land records poised to unlock huge foreign investment in India
India’s push to fully digitise land records by December is set to streamline acquisitions, reduce disputes and attract higher levels of foreign direct investment into both residential and commercial real estate.
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New AI and Privacy guide makes compliance easier for businesses
Australian regulators have released new guidance clarifying how privacy laws apply to AI, offering businesses a practical roadmap for compliance while using artificial intelligence tools.
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unió: Reimagining space for a smarter, smaller footprint
What if your bedroom could turn into a home office by day, or your lounge could become a guest room at night — all without knocking down a wall? That’s the idea behind unió, a new spatial living system from Rachel Oakley that swaps static floorplans for flexible, modular design.
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Pivott: revolutionary platform delivers 60% productivity gains for construction industry
Pivott, a new construction management platform, is transforming the industry with reported 60% productivity gains and 5% cost savings across projects. By centralizing communications and digitizing processes, it converts traditional procurement into a strategic advantage while offering real-time visibility for developers managing multimillion-dollar builds.
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Q2 property maintenance trends are in – Tapi’s latest index reveals what’s changed
Tapi's latest Property Maintenance Index offers property managers nationwide cost benchmarks and seasonal insights, from plumbing repairs averaging $181-$350 to structural maintenance trends. The free quarterly report helps professionals justify costs, plan budgets, and educate landlords with data-backed expertise.
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Rahul Grover appointed CEO of iD4me as Proptech firm enters growth phase
Rahul Grover has been appointed CEO of iD4me as the Proptech platform enters a new phase of growth. As employee number one, Rahul helped shape the business from the ground up, leading sales, marketing, partnerships, and operations. He now steps into the top job.
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How TikTok’s demographic shift could reshape Australian commercial property
As TikTok’s user base matures, Australian commercial property stakeholders must prepare for a shift in retail expectations, tenant demand, and space activation strategies driven by evolving digital engagement patterns.
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How this 24 year old built ScaleApp to help a generation plan their way into property ownership
At 24, Nick Melrose transformed his personal financial frustration into ScaleApp, a platform helping young Australians visualise pathways to property ownership. The tool combines budgeting and property analysis in an interactive 50-year timeline, allowing users to model real-world scenarios anonymously while building wealth strategies.
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NSW bets on AI to unclog housing approvals backlog
As NSW rolls out its 2025–26 Budget, one of the most quietly disruptive moves could be its investment in AI-driven planning tools. With housing approvals dragging and supply lagging, councils are trialling systems like DAISY to speed things up — a shift welcomed by REACH Australia & NZ Managing Partner Peter Schravemade. He says AI won’t replace planners but could…
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Smarter rent reviews. More revenue. Less burnout
Leesy's IRIS system transforms the time-consuming task of rental reviews into an automated process, delivering data-backed recommendations in seconds rather than hours. For property managers drowning in urgent tasks, it offers a solution that increases landlord satisfaction while potentially unlocking significant additional management revenue.
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Why 2025 Is the Year to Start Using Video Marketing Tools in Your Real Estate Business
Looking for real estate marketing solutions? Discover the power of video marketing and explore the best real estate tools for agents.
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Propic launches world-first conversational voice AI for real estate listings
View Media Group's Propic has unveiled groundbreaking new features in its AI-powered platform Claire, marking a significant leap forward for voice-driven property experiences.
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15 must-have CRM tools & features every real estate agent needs
In today's real estate industry, having a powerful, easy-to-use CRM isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential.
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The 3-Minute Content Rule
If you’ve ever stared at a blank screen thinking, “What on earth do I post today?”—you’re not alone. Social media can feel like just another thing on your never-ending to-do list. But what if coming up with content didn’t require a full brainstorm session? Enter the 3-Minute Content Rule: a simple habit for busy property managers who want to stay…
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From smartphone to sold: how Matterport’s new features make virtual tours accessible for every agent
Virtual property tours are no longer a luxury, they’re fast becoming a standard in real estate marketing. Matterport’s Senior Director of Sales & Partnerships, Mark Teo, explains how new tools like smartphone scanning, Property Intelligence, and intuitive navigation features are empowering agents of all experience levels to create high-quality virtual tours — no tech background required.
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Arcanite Group: the tech-driven revolution transforming new development sales
In a sector long burdened by drawn-out sales timelines and outdated marketing tactics, Arcanite Group is emerging as a strategic solution for developers seeking speed, precision, and scale. More than just a proptech platform, Arcanite fuses artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and a powerful agent network into a single operating system designed specifically for new development sales.
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Data integration is the new competitive edge in real estate – use it or lose it
The future of real estate commerce hinges on understanding the lifetime journey of each client – from renter, to homebuyer, possibly to investor.
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Top of the Props: Australia and New Zealand’s Boldest PropTech Founders Go Head-to-Head in 2025 Pitch Battle
The Gold Coast will play host to Top of the Props, a high-energy live pitch event by REACH Australia and New Zealand, where emerging PropTech innovators will go head-to-head in a showcase of fresh ideas and industry potential.
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iD4me unveils enhanced mobile platform for real estate agents, revolutionising on-the-go data access
Australian fast-growing PropTech company, a leading provider of residential contact data trusted by real estate professionals nationwide, is proud to announce the launch of its newly revamped platform, designed for maximum functionality on mobile devices.
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Agents seeing uplift in views and enquiries with Domain’s AI targeted socialmedia property listings
Agents taking advantage of Domain’s recently introduced Audience Boost feature are seeing a 23% uptick in listing views on average.
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FLK It Over gets NSW agents VOI compliant
FLK It Over, a digital platform is revolutionising how real estate professionals manage their agreements.
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Why you should build a property management personal brand – even if you’re not responsible for rent roll growth
Ellen Bathgate explains why everyone in real estate needs to be social media smart.
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Darren Krakowiak’s guide to personal branding on social media in commercial real estate
In today's digitally connected world, social media has become an indispensable tool for building a personal brand.
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What if 1 in every 3 buyer enquiries was your next potential seller?
One of the trickiest things to do in real estate is get your foot in the door with a would-be seller.
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Next generation property management: how to use tech to decrease overheads, improve productivity and boost your brand
As your business scales and evolves, integrating advanced technological solutions becomes essential to maintaining operational efficiency and competitive advantage.
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What agents can learn from Aussie Olympian’s village insights
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, Oi! Oi! Oi! The Olympic Games in Paris are about to kick off and no doubt there will be plenty of late nights as much of the country cheers the Aussies towards gold.
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Five video content ideas to boost your online brand
Video continues to become more important in the world of real estate, and clever videos can attract a huge number of views from interested onlookers.
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