OPINION
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Boutique is the new world order: Manos Findikakis
Moving forward, the personalisation of businesses with a unique boutique flare will be the major driver of business success. We are at the cusp of a new world order, says Eview's Manos Findikakis
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I went live on Facebook every day for 30 days, and here’s what happened
Elite Agent's Editor Samantha McLean completed a Facebook Live Video every day for 30 days. Here is what we learned.
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How to put your best self forward: Caroline Bolderston
Instability, unprecedented, distressed. When these are the buzzwords for a while, you know that people have been doing it tough. The pandemic has challenged all of us, and as Caroline Bolderston explains, the only thing you can control in times of crisis is yourself and how you show up for the people around you. We have all been tested to…
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Listing Loop: How to leverage the fear of missing out
Listing Loop reveals how to leverage the fear of missing out (FOMO) with your buyers to create competition for your vendors’ homes.
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Manos Findikakis: Build a team fast, or risk being left behind
Eview Group Chief Executive Officer Manos Findikakis shares an insight into building a team, who that involves and why it's now more important than ever.
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Turning fear into fuel: Shane Kempton
Every journey starts with a single step. But often it's that first step that seems the most daunting. Shane Kempton recalls his start in the industry and gives some welcome advice on how to overcome any fears that may be crippling you. Can you remember when you first started in…
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Leading in a lockdown – from someone who’s been there six times (and counting!)
Barry Plant Group CEO Nigel O'Neil has shared his insights on looking after your team and yourself while in challenging situations, such as lockdowns.
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How to turn your KPIs into income: Bill Shields
The market might be hot right now, but what happens when it’s not? How can you predict your earning potential and what you need to do to boost it? Inhabit Managing Director Bill Shields explains the income pipeline and how improving your KPIs can affect your bottom line. Today, more than ever, we have access to a vast array of…
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The ‘vaxing’ issue facing the real estate industry: Andrew Cocks
Vaccination against COVID-19 is the topic on everyone’s mind at the moment. Richardson & Wrench Managing Director Andrew Cocks examines the difficult decisions real estate agencies and agents face and whether or not vaccination status could be the difference between winning a listing or not. It has taken a Greater Sydney lockdown, along with COVID-19 incursions into Queensland, daily reports…
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There’s only ever one cheapest agent: Josh Phegan
If you’re not aiming to be the cheapest agent, you must compete on value. And the only thing that can create value is customer experience. The low cost of your locale’s cheapest agent might appeal to some potential customers, but being affordable doesn’t always equate to the best value. If you’re an agent who prides themselves on providing value for…
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Don’t let your ethics fall while the market rises
You know it and I know it. This is without a doubt the busiest, strongest and most absurd market that we’ve experienced. Incredible auction clearance rates, banks keeping interest rates at record lows, and buyers flocking to the market ready to purchase. It is a seller’s paradise. Offers are flooding in left, right and centre, with potential buyers hedging their…
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The importance of online reviews
Why potential clients are more reluctant to respond to a traditional call to action and hand over their name, phone number and email address.
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Manos Findikakis: Spring selling starts now
Eview CEO Manos Findikakis says planning ahead is the best thing to do to be ahead of the competition.
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Nature vs nurture: Why agents fail to fulfil their potential
We all know real estate is a competitive game and as a principal or manager, you want to get the best out of your agents. But what do you do when a newly hired, seemingly high performing agent fails to deliver? Pancho Mehrotra explains why this happens and how you can stop it. Picture this, you’re a principal sitting alone…
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COVID-19: Keeping up with changes to investment property insurance
Last year was a bumpy ride for the property industry and the rollercoaster is continuing. Landlords and agents have had to keep on top of the evolving market and adapt to the changes. EBM RentCover managing director Sharon Fox-Slater says many of these changes impact on insurance cover too. When the year started, most of us were hoping the disruption…
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Why ‘Your Brand, Your Business’ is the new way of thinking
Manos Findikakis says Eview's 'Your Brand Your Business' model is becoming the benchmark that some competitors are following.
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John Knight: How to make hay while the sun shines
The predicted pandemic doom hasn't happened and the market is flush with profits. John Knight says now is the time to invest to build wealth
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How I made $850,000 without the hustle
Hustle and grind – both terms we use a lot in the real estate industry to describe how much hard work is needed to be successful. But what if I told you there’s a source of revenue sitting right under your nose that will generate not only an impressive income stream, but deliver a substantial windfall when it comes time…
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The pitfalls of outsourcing calls
With landlords' and tenants' service expectations and demands for immediacy ever-increasing, outsourcing is a tempting option. Tiffany Bowtell says outsourcing can work, if done correctly.
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Manos Findikakis: The commission split debate
The agent commission split and franchise fee debate is a common topic of discussion amongst real estate colleagues and agent principals. ‘What is a fair rate? What am I getting for my split? Am I paying too much?’ These are often the questions raised. While most focus on the commission split, and usually the side they ‘have to give away,’…
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How your CRM app can save you time
Real estate agents are often pressed for time. Eagle Software Head of Sales Trevor Bragg explains how a smart CRM app can save you time and make your to-do list shorter. The number one tool for real estate agents is their mobile. Today, it’s generally expected that the software we use has an accompanying app that allows you to work…
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The power behind being persuasion smart
Influencing skills expert Michelle Bowden believes the way we prefer to be persuaded can often influence how we try to influence others. A Persuasion Smart Profile could be just what you need to sell with more confidence, inspire your team, and improve customer experience. How persuasive are you? Do people listen when you speak? Do you often get your own way? Every…
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The real estate revolution is gaining pace
Major change is rarely an overnight event. It takes a great idea, time, and the ability to bring others on board with your infectious enthusiasm. Revolution requires momentum – once that’s built and becomes entrenched, you either get on board or get out of the way. Of course, change is also resisted by some – people whose established income streams…
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Listing Loop: How to overcome low stock levels
The property market has been ticking along at a pretty rapid pace this year, with low stock levels helping boost prices. It’s a great result for vendors, as well as agents (as long as they’re the one with the listings). There’s no doubt that limited stock makes for heightened competition among agents. Even the best in the business need to…
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When is a disruptor really a disruptor?
For the best part of the past two decades, the term “disruptor” has been a popular buzzword in the real estate industry. Every new shiny piece of PropTech promises to be the biggest and the best thing since sliced bread, but few really are. We’ve seen cut-price commission and crowd-funded and owned models come and go, as well as share…
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How real estate agents can create engaging content for the blog section of their website
It’s not every day an average person looks for a real estate agent. But when they do, agents need to have an established, engaging online presence to win their business.
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How to conquer your fear of self-promotion
Self-promotion is part of the real estate game. While most agents are comfortable with building their personal brand, some shy away from it at all costs. Mindset coach Jet Xavier examines why this is, and how you can overcome your fears. When it comes to promoting, branding, marketing and putting yourself out there, you would think every real estate agent…
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Manos Findikakis: The reverse bucket list
Manos Findikakis explains the concept of a reverse bucket list and how working from past success can help you achieve future goals
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Five lessons from 15 years in business
Dan Argent shares the five big lessons he's learned after 15 years as a business owner and, now, start-up founder.
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Be so good they can’t ignore you
Eview Group takes a page out of comedian Steve Martin's playbook when it comes to developing brand identity as a real estate agent.
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What real estate can learn from McDonald’s
There’s no doubt technology is important, and I believe in what it can provide us with now and in the future. However, real estate, at its very core, is a relationship business. I often ask many people I work with to make a list of all the contacts they have a relationship with that they have never spoken to. When…
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The impact of the Lords of Property Instagram page
A few days ago, I received a link to an Instagram account along with a laughing emoji. The account was called Lords Of Property, which instantly made me cringe at the thought of what stomach-churning content could potentially be on it. I was expecting to see rented Lamborghinis, no socks, and other stuff disguised as ‘motivation’ spewed from some self-idolising…
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Three ways to capitalise on a hot market right now
Few would argue that the property market is pretty hot in Australia right now. Buyers are out in force, properties are selling quickly and for a lot more than they were in recent years. While some may tout now is the time for agents to sit back, relax and reap the rewards of a buoyant market, that’s precisely what I…
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Your internal technology: Accessing your central nervous system
In part one of this special two-part feature, Shane Kempton explores why we feel flat after achieving a long-desired goal, which feel good hormones are responsible for keeping us happy and how we can access more of them. Have you ever been on a great holiday, only to return feeling unmotivated and devoid of energy? Similarly, have you achieved a…
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John Knight’s end of financial year top tax tips
It can be difficult to determine where to draw the line with tax deductions. While we all want to make the most of the end of financial year (EOFY) savings, it can be easy to slide into dubious territory. BusinessDEPOT founder John Knight outlines the simple ways you can improve your EOFY with his top (and legitimate) tactics. Instant assets…
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