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THE TRUSTED AGENT
The Trusted Agent Podcast: Kylie Davis on customer expectations, real estate disruption, and tech tools that create clients
Over the coming months Elite Agent is thrilled to bring you The Trusted Agent podcast in association with Real Estate Sales Online (RESO). Hosted by Sean Scoffield, this podcast features some of the most respected names in the industry, looking at what it takes to become an agent of choice
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Elite Agent
The Trusted Agent Podcast: John Cunningham on knowing your value, looking after people, and understanding the true measure of success
John Cunningham has long been regarded as one of the true gentlemen of real estate. In a career that has spanned almost 45 years, he has built a reputation on the belief an agent’s real value is in helping their clients make good decisions.
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OPINION
Consider this before starting your own business: Michael Choi
When it comes to starting your real estate business, there are multiple options and lots to weigh up. Area Specialist founder Michael Choi breaks down the key factors to consider before you dive in.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Work-life balance is the key to an agency’s success
Great staff members are hard to find, and with a growing team over multiple offices Roy Amery knows the value of dedicated personnel.
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OPINION
The 7 biggest mistakes agents make
We'd all like to imagine we were perfect real estate operators and the type of agent who creates raving fans.
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OPINION
If you want to grow your business, there is only one option for you
Starting your own business can be a challenging decision, but it can also be the most rewarding of your life.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Market Buy introduces immediate deposit transfer
Market Buy’s new direct deposit function is helping agents keep their deals together in a market where single buyers are submitting offers across multiple properties.
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OPINION
Would your real estate contractor pass the test?
Hiring independent contractors is popular in the real estate industry, with many high performers insisting on this type of arrangement in order to save tax.
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Real Estate Agent Events
How these agents quadrupled their earnings
Real estate coach Sherrie Storor is set to share her secrets on how she helped some of the nation’s top agents quadruple their incomes in a free online experience starting December 13.
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OPINION
Great sales agents don’t sell homes – they create raving fans
In this marketplace, selling a home hasn't been easy.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Fortis appoints The Agency as lead agent on Pillar+Tide
Fortis has appointed The Agency as lead agent for Pillar+Tide, a boutique luxury development in Brighton, with project sales led by Michael Paproth. The appointment marks the first project between The Agency and Fortis in Brighton.
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OPINION
Four major changes to landlord insurance
The year 2021 has been a big one! Not only has COVID-19 continued to impact the way we all live and work, but there have been major legislation changes that impact the insurance industry.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Why your contractor could be putting your business at risk
While many high performing sales agents prefer to be hired as contractors, rather than employees, the vast majority of contractor agreements leave agencies open to liability, should the relationship end.
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OPINION
Three tips to ensure your real estate business is protected this Christmas
Like the rest of Australia, the real estate industry traditionally tapers down and has a break over the Christmas and New Year period before picking back up again around Australia Day.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Another win for Area Specialist, as top performer joins the network
Former Harcourts top performer, Marcus Washington, is the latest big name to join the Area Specialist real estate network.
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Elite Agent
How we sold it: 38A The Terrace, Ocean Grove
Building relationships is real estate 101, but it’s not just connections with buyers and sellers that can help you sell properties. RT Edgar Bellarine Director Brock Grainger says forging strong partnerships with local media organisations has helped him tell the story behind his properties and this works to complement his digital and print marketing campaigns. The result is more eyes…
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OPINION
Why you need a mentor – and why you should become one
Real estate can be an emotional rollercoaster. One day you're winning every listing, the next you're hitting the phones with little success.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rexlabs appoints new product managers
The real estate tech experts at Rexlabs have welcomed two new Product Managers into the fold.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Real estate agencies among Australia’s most loved local businesses
Podium, the leading communication and payments platform for local businesses, has today announced the winners of Australia’s Most Loved Local Businesses, alongside COSBOA, the Council of Small Businesses Organisations of Australia. Podium, the leading communication and payments platform for local businesses, has today announced the winners of Australia’s Most Loved Local Businesses, alongside COSBOA, the Council of Small Businesses Organisations of…
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OPINION
Start your own business – and still take a holiday
Many people believe starting their own business means saying goodbye to holidays and time off, and hello to 24/7 work weeks.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Openn’s US pilot program: Century 21 and RE/MAX broker agreements
Australian-listed property technology company, Openn Negotiation Limited (‘Openn’ or ‘the Company’) (ASX: OPN), has entered into binding agreements with two real estate brokerage firms to participate in the Company’s Pilot Program in the United States.
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Elite Agent
Build your personal brand and fill your lead pipeline like Ryan Serhant
Real estate agents seeking a personal brand akin to the status and followers Million Dollar Listing New York superstar Ryan Serhant has generated can learn how he did it with a new course. SERHANT. Ventures, the education and innovation arm of SERHANT. has announced its latest Sell it Like Serhant course How to Build Your Personal Brand, which gives real…
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OPINION
Six changes to make to your business before the New Year
It's hard to believe the end of the year is fast approaching, and what a year it has been!
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INDUSTRY NEWS
How competitions could land your business in hot water
Competitions are a sure-fire winner when it comes to attracting customers, building brand awareness, and increasing traffic - especially during the holiday season.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Agent numbers surge for Area Specialist
Real estate agency platform, Area Specialist, has had a record couple of months, with 21 agents signing up to join the unique system.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Liz Todd launches boutique agency on the Mornington Peninsula
High-end agent, and well-known member of the Mornington Peninsula community, Liz Todd has taken the next step in her career and launched her own business, Coastal Agents, powered by UrbanX.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Market Buy appoints John Hellaby as new CEO
The online offer pioneer, Market Buy, has announced the appointment of John Hellaby as its new Chief Executive Officer.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rexfest Live shares the secret to leveraging digital marketing
Internet users are spending almost two and a half hours on social media every day, according to information revealed at Rexlabs’ second Rexfest Live event, providing a huge, and largely untapped, opportunity for real estate professionals.
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OPINION
Manos Findikakis: What great agents do before the market softens
Manos Findikakis offers an insight into what agents should be doing right now in preparation for a change in the market.
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LEADERSHIP
Explore Property’s Andrew Acton on why good leaders are part of the team
Andrew Acton explains why the the word 'my' has no place in real estate or in effective leadership
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OPINION
Why now is the time to start your own business: Michael Choi
Imagine you’re standing at the top of a popular cliff, overlooking a large body of water, famous for the thrill diving into it brings.
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OPINION
Manos Findikakis: The real measure of success
Success can be defined in many ways. In the context of business, we are accustomed to measure it against a financial metric.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Noosa’s Suter Smith Cleine celebrates record first month
Four of Noosa’s best-known agents have launched their own business, celebrating their first month on the UrbanX platform with a record $19.15 million in sales.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Husband and wife team open third C21 office, following record sale
Having been married for almost 30 years, Shelley and Tony Bezuidenhout know exactly what to expect from one another.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Openn expands team across Australia and USA
Openn Negotiation Limited (‘Openn’ or ‘the Company’) (ASX: OPN) has expanded its Australian and US teams with the addition of Mr Michael Price and Mr Andre Vidic, bringing extensive property and technology sector experience to the Company, both of which will be pivotal to the expansion and scale up of the Openn business.
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