Opinion
Sharp perspectives from voices inside and outside the industry. Op-eds, columns, and expert commentary on where real estate is heading – and where it should be.
Andy Reid: Auctions are a team effort, not a solo performance
The campaign’s run its course, the buyers have been through, and the crowd has formed.
Where are Australia’s most walkable suburbs?
How do you measure walkable cities? One way is to take a look at the reliance on cars.
The intersection of AI and PropTech: a deep dive into current innovations and future prospects
The convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and property technology (PropTech) is dramatically reshaping the landscape of the real…
Sue Ostler: Boost the art of buyer’s advocacy with AI
In the ever-evolving world of real estate, the role of a buyer's agent has expanded beyond traditional expertise…
The psychology of home staging: influencing buyer perception
Buyers form an opinion in seconds, and most of it is emotional. Property stylist Justine Wilson on what…
Shane Kempton: A wiser approach to mental fitness
Last week, Shane Kempton revealed the seven 'little voices' inside your head that narrate, analyse, critique and cheer…
Ask Jo: Navigating property management nightmares – who to call when uncertainty strikes
In the whirlwind world of property management, unexpected challenges are the norm rather than the exception.
Shane Kempton: It’s not you or true
A common reason people seek coaching is due to self-sabotage.
Nerida Conisbee: House prices will continue to rise until construction woes end
Construction problems started during the pandemic, with blocked supply chains and high levels of global demand that meant…
Darren Krakowiak: A guide to deciding with your gut, head and heart
Commercial real estate agents make thousands of decisions every day.
How agents can get more out of their CRMs in 2024
Prospecting in the digital age presents agents with a huge range of opportunities, but it can be complicated…
Byron Bay is back as regional prices recover
The pandemic led to the greatest movement of people to regional Australia ever recorded.
10 ways to warm your home, and buyers’ appetites, this winter
As winter approaches (it certainly felt like it for me last weekend!), creating a warm and inviting atmosphere…
Sharon Fox-Slater: Four lessons from 30 years in business
In business there are ups, downs, twists and turns.
Adrian Knowles: 20 seconds of courage
It's a modest slice of time—just 20 seconds out of the thousands that tick by in a day.
What if the Reserve Bank itself has been feeding inflation? An economist explains
Here’s something for the board of the Reserve Bank of Australia to ponder as it meets next month…
Jo Oliveri: Why property management is facing a do or die moment
The property management industry is hurtling towards a definitive 'do or die' moment in history, and it is…
Bianca Denham: What do sellers really want?
There’s a natural gap that exists between sellers and buyers, a tension that is to be expected in…
Nerida Consibee: What the best and worst price growth suburbs say about the market
All suburbs across Australia are seeing year-on-year price growth.
Stuck in a real estate rut? Here’s why you should lace up and level up
Every morning, I face off against a familiar foe: the first kilometre of my run.
Tenant deaths in rentals: Can insurance cover the costs?
While we hope the death of a tenant is something you never have to deal with, sadly and…
Honouring ANZAC Day: Drawing inspiration from gratitude
As ANZAC Day approaches, it serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by our brave service…
Rents rise $200 per week nationally, affordability still “years off”
It has been a tough four years for renters.
Adrian Knowles: The timeless value of mentorship
The quest for success, whether in the bustling streets of real estate or any other competitive field, has…
Justine Wilson: Six golden styling rules to prompt buyers to pay more for property
There's no doubt styling a home for sale can work wonders, not just in attracting potential buyers, but…
Maximising your success: The essential benefits of regular rent roll audits
The cornerstone of a successful business often lies in the details, particularly in the meticulous auditing of your…
Darren Krakowiak: Stop procrastinating, start prospecting
Turn procrastination into prospecting with practical strategies for building stronger relationships, expanding your network and creating a consistent…
Marnie Beauchamp: Unconventional strategies for nurturing your pipeline
One of the biggest challenges as an agent is effectively managing your sales or property management pipeline.
Population problems: 10 ways to accommodate 13 million more people
The latest population projections from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) have just been released and, while getting…
Shane Kempton: Navigating the real estate jungle
Cue Indiana Jones music - you are the hero in this adventure.
Andy Reid: 5 things to avoid to maintain your commission level
One of, if not the, most common challenge agents I work with, is maintaining commission levels.
Pancho Mehrotra: Why adaptability is a winning strategy
In today’s environment, sales professionals face a different challenge with the advent of new technology.
Landlords lodged more than 5600 claims in 2023
The numbers have been crunched and EBM RentCover Managing Director Sharon Fox-Slater reveals where the most claims were…
Darren Krakowiak: The questions to ask before you pitch
The ability to effectively qualify opportunities before you pitch for the business is an indispensable skill in commercial…
Caroline Bolderston: Curiosity is a leadership superpower
Being a leader can be demanding, challenging and, in a world where time is a hot commodity, it…