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INDUSTRY NEWS
Why Simon Cohen’s teaming up with view.com.au to help the industry stay sharp
A month into his new role as Property Expert and Brand Ambassador for view.com.au, Simon Cohen says he’s not here to simply comment on the market, he’s here to help the industry stay sharper, be better informed, and more connected to what’s really going on.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
The Agency achieves historic highest sales month ever
March marked a milestone for national real estate brand The Agency, delivering its highest monthly sales volume since launching eight years ago.
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OPINION
The art of closing
Real estate agents often struggle with closing sales pitches, leaving potential clients confused rather than committed. Ray White Group's recent workshops reveal that a structured agenda and strategic closing techniques can dramatically improve listing success rates in an industry where winning just 15% of presentations is the norm.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
More choice, flexibility and support ahead for agents, says REA Group
Agents can expect “more choice, more flexibility, more value than ever before” in 2025, with REA Group rolling out a number of product updates and service enhancements in direct response to customer feedback.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Diamonds star at real estate event
RE/MAX Australia invited its highest achievers to an exclusive event recently, held at the Calile Hotel in Brisbane.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
BizCover among Australia’s best privately managed companies
BizCover has been recognised as one of six top-performing private Australian businesses in Deloitte Australia's 2024 Best Managed Companies awards.
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TECH + SOCIAL
Top of the Props: Australia and New Zealand’s Boldest PropTech Founders Go Head-to-Head in 2025 Pitch Battle
The Gold Coast will play host to Top of the Props, a high-energy live pitch event by REACH Australia and New Zealand, where emerging PropTech innovators will go head-to-head in a showcase of fresh ideas and industry potential.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Why maintenance at a rental is vital
It may not be your landlords’ favourite topic of conversation, but property maintenance is something that shouldn’t be ignored. EBM RentCover Managing Director Sharon Fox-Slater explains why.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
View Media Group’s view.resi solution delivered a 27% increase in Open For Inspection attendees
Following the launch of View Media Group’s view.resi solution in late 2024, VMG has released the results from its partnership with Place Estate Agents.
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Real Estate News
LJ Hooker Partners with Ailo to Boost Property Management Efficiency
Property managers at high profile LJ Hooker offices are reporting dramatically reduced administrative workloads, sub-1 per cent arrears rates, and happier clients after the real estate group’s new partnership with property management platform Ailo. The partnership, announced today, aims to help LJ Hooker’s franchise network enhance customer service while creating new business opportunities through the all-in-one platform that manages payments,…
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Movers and Shakers
Barry Plant’s International Women’s Day Lunch Spotlights Important Conversations
International Women’s Day is a time to listen to, learn from, and celebrate women.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Could this happen to you? A $238K lesson in insurance protection
Working in real estate means juggling two equally important responsibilities - selling properties and running a business. That’s why many real estate agents turn to insurance to help protect themselves from potential risks.
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Real Estate News
REACH Australia & New Zealand unveils 2025 cohort: six trailblazing companies set to transform real estate
Second Century Ventures, the venture capital arm of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), proudly announces the 2025 REACH Australia and New Zealand program, featuring six innovative companies poised to revolutionise the real estate industry.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Doubled income by breaking free from traditional constraints
For more than a decade, real estate agent Jarred Hancox found himself grappling with the constraints and pressures of traditional real estate agencies.
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Real Estate News
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Australian agents in world ranking
RE/MAX LLC, the global real estate franchise company and subsidiary of RE/MAX Holdings, Inc., released its TOP 100 and TOP 50 GLOBAL+WORLDWIDE lists at the annual RE/MAX R4® convention in Las Vegas to honour its top 2024 producers from the worldwide network.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Building tomorrow’s real estate on generations of trust
"The real estate industry faces challenges around consumer trust, and I believe established brands with deep community values have an important role to play." Barry Plant CEO, Lisa Pennell
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FRANCHISE NEWS
RE/MAX Australia wins in high stakes
RE/MAX announces RE/MAX Australia as Region of the Year - Asia Pacific Region.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Megan Kimpton returns to Barry Plant
Barry Plant’s growth team adds a familiar face as Megan Kimpton returns.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Stars gather in a stellar venue
In a star-studded evening of timeless elegance, the RE/MAX Australia annual awards gala was a spectacular event in the ballroom of The Star Brisbane.
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Ray White
How to win more listings
When you’re working in real estate sales, it’s not like a normal job. Most of your ‘civilian’ peers couldn’t fathom some of the critical aspects of the day to day role.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Sam Mansy successfully launched his own boutique brand in just four weeks – simple, seamless and affordable
In the dynamic world of real estate, the significance of personal branding and work-life balance cannot be overstated. Enter Sam Mansy, an ambitious agent who joined @realty in 2022 with a vision to create a unique brand that truly reflects his identity. Since then, he has not only made waves in Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast, but has also redefined what…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
View.com.au welcomes Simon Cohen as its Property Expert and ambassador
View.com.au, Australia’s premier property research and free listings platform, is excited to welcome Simon Cohen - one of Australia’s most respected real estate professionals - as its Property Expert and ambassador.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
How to create a memorable real estate brand in 12 easy steps
Creating a memorable real estate brand requires a strategic approach to differentiate yourself in a competitive market.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Leading Perth agency welcomes new GM
Ray White Cottesloe | Mosman Park has appointed Michelle Ralph as the leading agency's new general manager, bringing a wealth of experience to the business.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Five liability risks and how to steer clear of them
Getting caught up in a legal liability claim is a drama every property manager should want to avoid. But what are some of the liability risks an agent might face at a rental property?
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SUPPLIER NEWS
GXE is transforming property investment with innovation and clarity
GXE, co-founded by Ed Hooper and Andrew Armstrong, is on a mission to revolutionise how property developers, investors, and fund managers manage their investments.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Harry Singh: creating success with authenticity in Melbourne’s west
Harry Singh has built a successful career with Area Specialist in Melbourne's west
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Why 2025 could be a risky year for investment properties
EBM RentCover Managing Director Sharon Fox-Slater looks at some of the key emerging and ongoing risks facing investment properties in 2025 and explains why specialist insurance is the best way to protect your landlord clients and their assets.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Sights set on Maroochydore with new office RE/MAX Sunshine set to launch
RE/MAX Australia is poised for continued growth on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast with new office, RE/MAX Sunshine, set to open under the leadership of broker owners Kyle Mian and Gus Da Silva.
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OPINION
What’s your plan for 2025?
The year is already in full swing and it’s been a fast start for me in 2025! We started back on January 6 with the resumption of our inaugural Prospecting Boot Camp program.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Sarah McCallum: taking control of your business
Making the transition from a franchise to running her own business was a watershed moment for Sarah McCallum, who hasn't looked back since joining Area Specialist three years ago.
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OPINION
Why AI succeeds where previous real estate ‘Disruptors’ failed
AI isn't here to replace you - it's here to handle the admin work while you focus on what computers can't do: building relationships and closing deals. Here's why this tech revolution is different.
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Real Estate News
Why real estate agents are prime targets for cyberattacks – and how to protect yourself
The most recent cyberthreat report from the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) found that a cyber incident will cost a small business approximately $49,600. This is an 8% increase on the previous year.
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Elite Agent
How to respond when a landlord insurance claim is denied
Breaking the news to your landlord client that their insurance claim has been denied is not a prospect any agent relishes.
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