Elite Agent: The magazine and news source for the real estate industry

News RoomNovember 6, 2023

Alice Stolz: What season 19 of The Block means for real estate

The auctioneer’s hammer has come down on the 19th season of hit renovation show The Block, with the final auctions serving up a lot of drama.

Brian DoucetNovember 2, 2023

Affordable housing strategies that are working in Canada

Cities like Vienna or Singapore are often referenced in news headlines proposing solutions for Canada’s housing crisis.

News RoomIntelligent Reporting AssistantNovember 1, 2023

Jimmy Burgess: Nine steps to a top 2024

In an industry that never stands still, how can real estate agents stay ahead of the curve?

Kylie DulhuntyPartner ContentOctober 31, 2023

Alexandra Haggarty: Creating safe havens for domestic violence survivors

Alexandra Haggarty doesn’t just help change lives, she potentially helps save them.

Nerida ConisbeeOctober 30, 2023

Nerida Consibee: Which suburbs do best over the summer months?

Spring is generally seen as the peak selling season.

News RoomOctober 30, 2023

Spooktacular strategies: How to haunt your way to real estate success this Halloween

Spirits, spectres, and spooky properties! Halloween offers more than just treats and disguises.

Marnie BeauchampOctober 27, 2023

Marnie Beauchamp: How to conquer self-doubt, fear, and reach your full potential

Due to the dynamic and competitive nature of our industry, confidence, resilience and a willingness to step outside of your comfort zone are necessary traits if you're looking to amplify your career in real estate.

Peter PhibbsNicole GurranOctober 26, 2023

Will taxing short stays boost long-term rental supply? Other policies would achieve more

The Victorian government, like many governments around the world, has announced new regulations on short-stay accommodation.

Pancho MehrotraOctober 24, 2023

Mastering time: The psychological edge for real estate success

Time is an invaluable asset. For real estate salespeople, success hinges not only on their ability to close deals but also on their ability to manage time efficiently.

Kylie DulhuntyOctober 24, 2023

Perth and Adelaide tenants battle skyrocketing enquiry rates amid rental crisis

Tenants in Perth and Adelaide are facing increasingly tough rental conditions, with super low vacancy rates sending enquiry levels on properties in many suburbs soaring.

Justine WilsonOctober 23, 2023

Justine Wilson: How to keep a property looking fresh on the market after Christmas

The festive season is fast approaching, and homeowners looking to sell their properties are eager to attract potential buyers.

News RoomPartner ContentOctober 20, 2023

Exploring hidden risks for real estate agents: why business insurance matters

The spring real estate season is in full swing.

Darren KrakowiakOctober 19, 2023

Darren Krakowiak: A guide to overcoming performance slumps

We've all been there—those periods where it feels like nothing is going your way.

Katrina TarrantOctober 18, 2023

Katrina Tarrant: Why productive paranoia is the audacious mindset reshaping leadership norms

In the cut-throat world of business and leadership, there's no room for complacency.

Bianca DenhamOctober 17, 2023

Bianca Denham: When will you realise you’re running a business?

Before I started my career in real estate, I lived in the UK for 13 years, and for the bulk of that time I fronted a band.

Sharon Fox-SlaterOctober 16, 2023

Protecting properties in the lead up to natural disaster season

Ask most people to describe an Aussie summer and you’ll hear things like sun, sand and surf.

Nerida ConisbeeOctober 16, 2023

Australia lags behind when it comes to building enough homes

We aren’t quite the worst country in the world for not building enough homes.

Shane KemptonOctober 13, 2023

Shane Kempton: The purpose fallacy

It seems every second social media post is someone claiming to have found their 'purpose in life'.

Kylie DulhuntyOctober 11, 2023

The Block’s marketing magic: lessons for real estate agents

There’s a lot more to marketing the high-end properties you find on The Block than simply throwing together a few photos and a quick listing description.

Samantha XerriOctober 11, 2023

Spring cleaning your business: dust off inefficiencies and find hidden treasures

Spring is here! We’re all getting excited to get out of our trackies, off the lounge and throw on some cleaning music… No? Just me?

Jesse DavidsonPartner ContentOctober 11, 2023

How agents can dramatically improve their auction campaigns

The number one goal for most real estate agents when it comes to marketing a property, is to engage buyers.

Nick BendelOctober 10, 2023

How to publish content marketing every single day without running out of ideas

In the real estate industry, you need to put your name in front of potential vendors all the time to create brand recognition and build trust.

Nerida ConisbeeOctober 10, 2023

Nerida Conisbee: Construction cost crisis nears its end

Construction cost increases have been a major driver of inflation and a big problem for housing supply.

Kylie DulhuntyOctober 9, 2023

Jimmy Burgess: 7 ways to master your focus for success

In an ever-shifting property market, knowing where to focus your energy can be the make-or-break factor for real estate agents.

News RoomOctober 6, 2023

Jonathan Creek and Samantha McLean: How AI is transforming Australian real estate

Once upon a time, Artificial Intelligence was stuff of science fiction novels, but today it's increasingly part of the everyday real estate journey.

Jet XavierOctober 5, 2023

Jet Xavier: The success trifecta

"Winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing," the famous American football coach, Henry Russell Sanders once said.

Justine WilsonOctober 4, 2023

Justine Wilson: Why the living room is the hero of home styling

If your vendors are faced with budgetary constraints when it comes to home styling, don't fear, there are options.

Sharon Fox-SlaterOctober 3, 2023

Sharon Fox-Slater: what happens when a real estate business makes a cyber attack claim

Last month, I wrote an article for Elite Agent looking at the impact of cyber attacks on real estate businesses and how agents can ultimately safeguard themselves and their data with the right insurance.

Mark McLeodSeptember 29, 2023

Mark McLeod: Make sure you’re open for business

The State of Origin night in Queensland is big, and the famous Caxton Hotel knows it.

Darren KrakowiakSeptember 28, 2023

Darren Krakowiak: Stick to the plan to achieve success

The connection between sport and business isn't new. However, I was so engrossed in the AFL season this year, that the link has now become stronger for me.

Kylie DulhuntySeptember 27, 2023

Trina’s test: Bridging the gap between landlords and tenants

Trina Jones is on a mission. Just eight weeks into her role as NSW's first rental commissioner, Trina is crystal clear on one thing - she wants to foster a better balanced, more mature rental sector, where all parties work together.

Brock FisherSeptember 27, 2023

Attrition Vs growth: The property management equation you must know

Loss rate, churn rate, attrition rate. None of these are sexy terms for property management business owners, but they are an everyday reality and you really need to know yours.