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Recent homebuyers are more likely to rent out part of their property for additional income
New US-based research has found recent homeowners have been finding increasingly creative ways to generate income and offset expenses. …
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How to sell an Australian investment property from Hong Kong
A seller in Hong Kong, an agent in Werribee, a buyer purchasing sight-unseen over the internet, and it all taking place while in lockdown. When Rob Westwood from First National Westwood sold 69 Kellerman Drive in Point Cook recently, it was a masterclass in selling in the time of COVID-19. …
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Online offer management platform, Market Buy, has come of age
In the five years since Market Buy’s first external sale, the pioneers of online offer management have celebrated some major milestones. …
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How low can we go? Records slashed again as lowest home loan rate drops to 1.59 per cent
How low can we go? Home loan rates have dropped to a record low of 1.59 per cent, a further 0.20 per cent below the latest record. …
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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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Ewan Morton shares five key rent roll growth tips, including how to scale with technology
In RiTA by AiRE's recent webinar, Morton's Joint Managing Director, Ewan Morton, shared his five key rent roll growth tips that agencies should focus on. …
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Kul Singh takes on a new role as the REA Group shifts to a customer-focused model
REA Group has announced the creation of a new business unit known as the 'Customer Group', led by Chief Customer Officer Kul Singh (previously Chief Sales Officer). …
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MRI Software acquires Box+Dice
Global real estate software provider MRI Software has acquired customer relationship management platform Box+Dice, in a move that will enable agencies to look after clients throughout their entire property journey. …
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The Eview Group reaches 200 agent milestone
The rise of boutique agency ownership has seen the Eview Group grow its operations to 200 plus sales agents. …
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Elara Technologies rebrands to REA India
Australian-based REA Group has partnered with Indian digital real estate portal operator Elara Technologies to unveil a new brand, REA India. …
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Domain appoints new Chief Revenue Officer John Foong
Property marketplace Domain has announced the appointment of John Foong to the role of Chief Revenue Officer. …
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Openn USA has appointed their new Director of Operations
Australian PropTech company, Openn Negotiation, has announced a significant update to the progress of their international pilot program, Openn USA. …
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Rent Roll Starter launches new social media marketing training program
Rent Roll Starter has launched a free social media marketing-focused training event called The Social Summit. …
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REA Group expands LivePreso partnership to include commercial and developer sales
REA Group has partnered with automated digital content platform LivePreso to include commercial and developer team opportunities …
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REA Group announces Benny Button partnership for customers
A new wellbeing webinar series designed to help agents cope with pandemic-induced stress and consistent market disruption has been launched. REA Group has partnered with workplace mental health assistance provider Benny Button to develop the three-part webinar series, which focuses on wellbeing fundamentals, stress mastery and leading innovation. REA Group Chief Sales Officer Kul Singh said the series would be open to REA customers across the country as part of the group’s dedication to supporting its people and customers throughout the pandemic. …
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Is the home and business lending surge about to slow down?
Finance broker Savvy has analysed the latest ABS lending indicators to uncover whether the increase in new loan commitments has peaked yet. …
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Eview Group unveils two new South-East Queensland brands
Eview Group’s presence in Queensland’s property sector has strengthened since 2020, which has coincided with exponential growth across the south-eastern corridor. The national-spanning network has recently unveiled two of their latest South-East Queensland-based brands, showing Eview group has no plans of slowing down. Moreton Bay Director of Urban Key Realty Tania Collett was the most recent independent to combine forces with Eview Group to expand reach and serviceability, …
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Openn Negotiation launches free private treaty solution
Online real estate sales platform, Openn Negotiation, has launched its private treaty solution – Openn Offers. …
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New accreditation program helps Western Australians find the best agents
REIWA launched its Accreditation Program to help West Australians easily identify agents who are specialists in their field. …
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Openn Negotiation has partnered with CoreLogic’s property research platform
CoreLogic’s listing portal onthehouse.com.au, has partnered with Australian-listed property technology company Openn Negotiation. …
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How Market Buy can streamline your business
Whether you’re an agency principal or an employee, real estate agents have a lot in common with entrepreneurs, according to Market Buy's John Hellaby. …
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O*NO Legal’s REAL Health Check launch reveals agency commissions are at risk
Established real estate agencies are reportedly using sales contracts that aren’t legally binding, O*No Legal’s Real Health Check revealed …
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Aaron Worrad embraces a new way of working
The pandemic prompted Aaron Worrad to reflect on his place in the real estate industry, concluding there was new way of doing business emerging …
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Belle Property returns to The Block to list Ronnie and Georgia’s house
Belle Property Sandringham agents David Wood and Jenny Dwyer have listed Ronnie and Georgia’s house on the current season of The Block. …
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Debit card system EFTPOS partners with Beyond Blue to assist small businesses
EFPOS has announced a new partnership of Beyond Blue, providing funding to support Australian small businesses struggling with mental health issues. …
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Openn Negotiation signs a partnership agreement with the Professionals
Australian-listed proptech company Openn Negotiation has established a partnership agreement with the real estate agency Professionals Group Australia. …
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More than 20 lenders offer cash back on home loans under two per cent
More than 20 Australian lenders have offered up to $5,000 cash back on home loan rates under two per cent. …
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New home sales plummet across Australia in July
The sale of new homes has dropped significantly in almost all Australian states, according to a new report that surveys the largest volume home builders. The Housing Industry Association (HIA) New Home Sales Report showed new home sales fell 20.5 per cent in July, with declines seen in almost every state. HIA Economist Tom Devitt revealed new home sales dropped 32.2 per cent in Victoria, …
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Sorted Services solution makes communication between tradies and property managers easier
The relationship between tradespeople and property managers is a symbiotic relationship that’s critical to the health of the property ecosystem, and one that is highly valued by both parties. Tradespeople play a fundamental role in maintaining properties and property managers rely on tradespeople to help them weather the storms – quite literally. As with all relationships, however, there is a time and place for evolution, …
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What is the state of the current property investment market?
Ray White chief economist Nerida Conisbee has revealed the current property investment is particularly buoyant. …
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How proptech startup Sorted Services doubled its headcount amid the pandemic
Sorted Services, an Australian digital platform streamlining the property management lifecycle, has announced significant growth amidst a challenging macroeconomic environment. …
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Innovative legal firm now allows real estate agents to access lawyers ‘as a service’
Whether you’re a seasoned agency or a cutting-edge start-up, shielding your assets and future proofing your relationships is essential to create a legally sound real estate agency. And while you might think that means through-the-roof legal fees, and drowning in paperwork, thanks to the legal specialists at O*NO Legal, you’d be wrong. “Legals can be expensive, and traditionally only those at the ‘big end of town’ could afford to get this type of industry specialised legal advice,” Founder and Legal Strategist Kristen Porter said. …
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REA Group named one of Australia’s best workplaces
REA Group has been named Australia’s fourth ‘Best Workplace for 2021’ by Great Place to Work. The REA Group was certified by Great Place to Work in June and was recognised as the fourth highest performing organisation with more than 1000 employees at a virtual event yesterday. The acknowledgement is two places higher than that achieved in 2019, when REA was named the sixth best workplace. …
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Property investors and homeowners are in danger of being underinsured
MCG Quantity Surveyors said Australian property owners are at immediate risk of a massive insurance blow. …
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Coastal apartments in hot demand in NSW
Sydney’s extended lockdown has boosted buyer enthusiasm across regional New South Wales, with enquiries increasing for apartments in coastal areas. …
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