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

Darren KrakowiakJuly 27, 2023

Three ways to create leverage and scale your GCI in commercial real estate

There are three strategies that commercial real estate agents should implement if they want to take their production to even greater heights.

Michelle BowdenJuly 26, 2023

Persuasion fatigue is real: what can you do about it?

How much do you like an argument? When people disagree with you, do you rise onto your ‘high horse’ determined to change their mind, or do you feel exasperated and switch off?

Caroline BolderstonJuly 24, 2023

Caroline Bolderston: Beware the ‘resistance zone’

Have you ever considered how the words that you use might have a profound impact on your outcomes?

Rik RushtonJuly 23, 2023

Rik Rushton: Are you productive, or just busy?

As we approach each day with our ‘to do lists’ there is a genuine risk that our days can be spent being ‘busy’ with ‘activities’ as opposed to being productive on specific outcomes. When you consider that as agents, we are paid for results and not time and effort, Rik Rushton says that it is critical that you are conscious…

Rik RushtonJuly 23, 2023

Rik Rushton: Is it ok to talk back to the ‘little voice in my head’?

No sound on the planet has more power over you than the little voice inside your head!

News RoomIntelligent Reporting AssistantJuly 23, 2023

Jim Rohn’s life lessons: discipline, ambition, balance

Renowned motivational speaker Jim Rohn's profound insights on living an exceptional life have captivated audiences worldwide.

Intelligent Reporting AssistantJuly 23, 2023

Success unveiled: Denis Waitley’s principles for peak performance

In The Psychology of Winning author Denis Waitley delves deep into the habits and mindsets that set successful individuals apart.

Guest ContributorsJuly 21, 2023

Bathroom trends for today and tomorrow

Got a vendor that needs inspiration to do up their bathroom? Or perhaps a buyer looking to renovate?

Jet XavierJuly 20, 2023

Jet Xavier: Stop making excuses and start taking ownership

"Leaders must own everything in their world. There is no one else to blame," - Jocko' Willink.

Hannah GillJuly 19, 2023

Language lessons to build a positive team culture

“Language is the instrument of culture,” is an abridged version of a quote by Angela Carter and it's a message that can't be understated.

Justine WilsonJuly 18, 2023

How to persuade sellers to style their home when the cost-of-living is biting

Across the real estate industry, it’s a well-known fact that a styled property will always deliver a better end result.

Kristen PorterPartner ContentJuly 18, 2023

Commission protection alert: Are your agreements at risk?

We’ve all heard the saying, “Don’t forget to dot your I’s and cross your T’s”, but that expression has never been more important than on your agency agreements.

Sharon Fox-SlaterJuly 17, 2023

Sharon Fox-Slater: Why your landlords need legal liability cover

I’m sure that when you and your clients are looking at landlord insurance you concentrate on a couple of key sections of the policy.

Jesse DavidsonPartner ContentJuly 17, 2023

Jesse Davidson: the benefits of auction

These days, we are all accustomed to seeing the headlines in the newspapers of properties selling at auction for well above their reserve prices.

News RoomIntelligent Reporting AssistantJuly 14, 2023

Jimmy Burgess: 7 four-letter words that aren’t so naughty

When you think of four-letter words does your mind immediately go to something that would see you in timeout?

Leanne PilkingtonJuly 14, 2023

Leanne Pilkington: the contribution criteria that make a lasting community impact

Real estate people can be justifiably proud of the role they play in local communities.

Kylie DulhuntyJuly 13, 2023

Sun rises on Melbourne Real Estate with infinity loop strategy

Melbourne Real Estate’s business philosophy is a simple one - it wants to be the sun in each client’s universe.

Stewart BunnJuly 12, 2023

The global failure of rent controls: A tale of international cities

In an endeavour to address Australia's rental housing affordability crisis, there have been calls for a freeze on rents, caps on rental increases and various other forms of rent controls.

Bianca DenhamJuly 11, 2023

Bianca Denham: is commission really the problem?

Some people relish the opportunity to wipe the slate clean in the new fiscal year, while others are demoralised by the idea of going back to zero after a frantic dash to ensure a strong finish to the financial year that was.

News RoomPromoted ContentJuly 11, 2023

Ben Tan’s starting at the top with RE/MAX Noble

RE/MAX Australia’s newest franchise opened this month on the rooftop of the recently renovated Westpoint Blacktown.

Nerida ConisbeeJuly 11, 2023

Nerida Conisbee: Is 2023 the year for apartments?

Australian apartment prices are now back to their 2022 peak, having barely fallen last year.

Anne CrareyJuly 10, 2023

A flexible future: Empowering a versatile work culture

Even before the pandemic, many companies were heavily invested in flexible workplace practices.

John FoongJuly 8, 2023

John Foong: Is AI a game-changer or a nothing-burger?

It’s been incredible to witness how, over the course of the past six months, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has gone from being a classic Stephen Spielberg movie of the same name to something that has captured the imagination of not just tech heads, but much of the internet population of the world.

Shane KemptonJune 30, 2023

Shane Kempton: online learning is cheaper but what’s the human cost?

Post Covid, some organisations have continued providing most, or all, of their professional development via online platforms as a way to save costs (travel, speakers, venue hire etc), while pushing the agenda of “convenience” for their end users, but, is there an even bigger cost and unseen detrimental impact this is having on people’s health?

Nick BrownJune 29, 2023

Nick Brown: striking the right balance

For those of you who have followed along in my articles over the years, you will know I approach business a little differently to others in our industry.

Bianca DenhamJune 28, 2023

Bianca Denham: where are all the listings?

Even in the face of continued rate rises, the real estate market is defying the speculators and pessimists.

Kylie DulhuntyIntelligent Reporting AssistantJune 28, 2023

A firm grip on personality: the handshake language

The handshake is a universal gesture of greeting, farewell, agreement, and friendship.

Jo-Anne OliveriJune 27, 2023

Ask Jo: My best property manager wants to leave – what do I do?

It is becoming increasingly difficult for companies to find and retain employees, especially since the pandemic lockdowns.

Caroline BolderstonJune 26, 2023

Caroline Bolderston: claiming your missing millions in missed listings

Have you ever wondered why it can be so hard to get market share or gain loyalty from potential clients?

Jesse DavidsonPartner ContentJune 26, 2023

Auction floor dialogue: how to properly communicate with vendors and buyers on auction day

When an auction starts and the auctioneer calls for an opening bid, only to be met with a wall of silence, the problem often stems from what was not said before the auction began.