TECH + SOCIAL
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John HellabyPartner ContentJuly 11, 2022
Market doom and gloom? That’s fake news: John Hellaby
There’s been plenty of doom and gloom in the media lately when it comes to the current state of the real estate market. But Market Buy CEO John Hellaby says it’s time to put an end to the ‘fake news’.
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Kylie DulhuntyJune 26, 2022
Leadership panel: The tech that agencies can’t live without
The real estate industry has a wealth of technology at its fingertips, but what works in practice and how does it serve an agency’s needs? We put that question to our leadership panel, who offered an insight into the technology they use every day, and how they assess what’s likely to work for their organisation. Michael Choi – Area Specialist…
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Kylie DulhuntyPartner ContentJune 22, 2022
Meet Andi: the ‘silent employee’ helping agencies serve more clients and reduce stress levels
At property management specialists Leah Jay, there’s an outstanding team member who tops the employee of the week charts time after time.
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Leanne PilkingtonJune 14, 2022
Leanne Pilkington: A technology testing strategy that works
Taking advantage of new technology means having an open mind to its possibilities, and not dismissing it before its potential is known.
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Kylie DulhuntyJune 10, 2022
Mass personalisation: How to know what your market wants and deliver
Most agents know it can be a fine line between using technology to reach more clients and aid productivity and that which stifles personalisation and nullifies the human touch. In Transform XII, we explored the possibility of using technology to personalise communication, build strong relationships and keep it low cost. Here are some of the takeaways.
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Ellen BathgateJune 8, 2022
Ellen Bathgate: The age of automation
There's good and bad in everything, including technology. It can save you time but it can also hinder progress in your business if not used the right way.
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Cassandra CharlesworthJune 7, 2022
Gadgets, gizmos and game-changing tech at CES
Flying taxis, colour-changing BMWs and sensational technology that immerses you in the metaverse… It was all on show at CES 2022, and as Cass Charlesworth writes, some of it has applications for real estate. If there’s one annual event that offers a window into the future, it’s the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Packed full of innovative gadgets, game-changing…
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Nerida ConisbeeMay 31, 2022
Flying cars, driverless cars and the rise of electric vehicles – what does this mean for property?
While I can't quite imagine arriving at work in a flying car in my lifetime, it may in fact be a reality in the not so distant future. There are currently hundreds of companies working on flying cars, or the less catchy term eVTOLs (electric vertical take off and landing).
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Partner ContentKristen PorterMay 18, 2022
Kristen Porter: how to avoid social media pitfalls
Real estate is highly regulated. But while most talk around regulation centres around trust accounting or licensing, marketing legislation is equally as important. Here, O*NO Legal founder Kristen Porter shares the answers to some important questions.
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Cassandra CharlesworthMay 17, 2022
Welcome to the Metaverse: What it is and why it matters to real estate
Snoop Dogg’s buying there, Ryan Serhant’s selling there, and now the world’s biggest social media company has rebranded to incorporate its name. But what exactly is the Metaverse, and why should the real estate industry pay close attention to its increasing fame?
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Kylie DulhuntyPartner ContentMay 6, 2022
The future is now: What Artificial Intelligence means for your business
Do you remember sitting down to watch The Jetsons as a child and marveling at the intelligence, empathy and problem-solving skills of Rosey the robot?
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Hannah GillApril 28, 2022
Hannah Gill: Giving technology the red or green light
We’ve all heard the saying, ‘If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’ but how do you decide what tech stays and what tech goes in your business? Hannah Gill examines this conundrum as well as what you need to consider when introducing brand new PropTech to your team. From examining the employee and customer experience, cost and the ability to…
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Jet XavierApril 27, 2022
Jet Xavier: The innovator mindset
Technology can be polarising and people's mindset towards it is usually either as an early adopter and innovator or as a laggard. Here, Jet Xavier examines what holds you back when it comes to new technology and how embracing it can help generate your more leads and more business.
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John HellabyPartner ContentApril 22, 2022
John Hellaby: Consumers want tech, but an agent’s role is vital
When it comes to the role of technology in the real estate industry, there are mixed views. While some believe its role will be to replace the real estate agent, Market Buy’s John Hellaby says the agent’s role will always be vital.
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John KnightApril 20, 2022
John Knight: New ways of working
There's no doubt the advent of the global pandemic forced businesses to adopt new ways of working. Here, John Knight examines five ways moving to the cloud saves you both money and time.
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Kylie DulhuntyApril 13, 2022
How to make it on TikTok as a real estate agent
When you think of social media platform TikTok, images of teenagers doing funky dances come to mind. And while that's one category of content on the increasingly popular app, real estate is swiftly gaining a large following. Kylie Dulhunty did some research and spoke to two agents generating listings, sales, followers and likes on the platform, to find out how…
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News RoomApril 6, 2022
Aimee Ralph: How to grow a start-up using email
With new PropTech released all the time, it can be tempting to push that which is tried and tested to the side in favour of newer options. But, as Openn's Marketing Manager, Aimee Ralph explains, email can still play a starring role in your marketing campaign if you follow a few key rules.
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Doug HutchinsonApril 5, 2022
Doug Hutchinson: How to make sense of Big Data
Big Data has been a huge trend in the real estate industry in recent years. But data is worth little unless you can make it talk and apply it to your business to produce results that matter. Barry Plant Chief Operating Officer Doug Hutchinson explains the group has recently partnered with a start-up to do just that and, in one…
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Mark McLeodMarch 24, 2022
Mark McLeod: Three things tech should provide your business
Every year there seems to be an ongoing discussion about the role technology plays in our industry.
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Guest ContributorsMarch 17, 2022
Top 10 real estate social media marketing tips for real estate agents
Social media is the highest lead generator for property businesses.
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Darren KrakowiakMarch 17, 2022
Darren Krakowiak: the power of text messages in commercial real estate
If you don’t think it’s professional to text your prospects and clients in commercial real estate, let me try and change your mind.
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Rowan CrosbyFebruary 14, 2022
Sam the robot is changing the way we view real estate
A German real estate agency is changing the way people view properties with the introduction of a robot shows buyers homes virtually.
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Partner ContentSarah BellFebruary 1, 2022
AiRE and CoreLogic – what now, what next?
At AiRE, I have had the opportunity to be a leader in one of the most innovative, agile, high-energy and fast growing teams, and there can be no surprise that the people raising RiTA have had their share of accolades, including innovation awards and being named in the top 5 Ai companies serving real estate globally. Why would a company…
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Cassandra CharlesworthJanuary 27, 2022
8 social media post inspiration ideas for real estate agents
It’s safe to say most real estate agents have a love-hate relationship with social media. You love that it’s a way to promote your properties and your brand but you hate coming up with ideas that are going to win new clients and retain previous ones.
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James NihillNovember 1, 2021
James Nihill: Can an algorithm replace good service?
Automation is fast becoming a reality across a broad range of industries, and it can really inspire a sense of awe and wonder.
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News RoomOctober 26, 2021
Take an ocean deep dive in your own submersible
Do you fancy dipping in and out of the ocean alongside a pod of dolphins?
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News RoomOctober 6, 2021
Say hello to Astro: Amazon launches home robot
A nifty home robot that can detect a stranger in your house, check if you’ve left the stove on or bring you a drink may once have only been seen on The Jetsons, but not any longer. Amazon unveiled its home robot, affectionately named Astro, at its annual devices and services event last week, promising that the tiny, three-wheeled assistant…
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Jessamy TredinnickSeptember 28, 2021
Real estate is one of the top digital search trends in Australia
Real estate has become one of the most widely searched topics across Australia, according to newly released Nielsen data.
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News RoomPartner ContentSeptember 23, 2021
Why local businesses should communicate with customers via text messages
There are an estimated 3.8 billion smartphone users in the world, with 80 per cent of Australians using a smartphone in 2021.
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Jessamy TredinnickSeptember 21, 2021
Commonwealth Bank announced a strategic partnership with :Different
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has announced a strategic partnership with :Different, which aims to digitally streamline the property management process for both investors and tenants.
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Guest ContributorsSeptember 13, 2021
How to avoid these seven common website mistakes that could be losing you leads
Digital marketing is a vital component in today's market. But as SEO continue to evolve, it can be difficult to keep your website up-to-date
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News RoomPartner ContentAugust 5, 2021
Podium aims to drive a texting revolution for local businesses in Australia
Communication and payments platform Podium has continued its international expansion, announcing its launch in Australia.
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News RoomPartner ContentJuly 29, 2021
PRD Nationwide Ballarat has used RiTA by AiRE to win more listings
PRD Nationwide Ballarat director and sales manager Jason Birch recently joined RiTA by AiRE growth specialist Tristan Lovell in a webinar dedicated to sharing ways to accelerate your leads and listings ahead of the spring season.
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Ellen BathgateJuly 28, 2021
Make a connection: How to get people to read your marketing
If you’re continually hitting the delete key or scrolling past marketing content on social media, you know you don’t want others doing the same with your content. Ellen Bathgate shares some tips on how to get people to read your marketing and enjoy it. Nobody reads ads. Advertising innovator Howard Luck Gossage once said, “Nobody reads advertising. People read what…
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News RoomJune 20, 2021
Website Blue announces major real estate partnership
Australian real estate website and marketing agency, Website Blue has announced a website development partnership with Harcourts International. The partnership, which covers the development of over 2000 domains, is touted by Website Blue as one of the region’s largest web development projects.The new website development project is aimed at future proofing lead generation for business owners, agents and property managers,…
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