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Kylie DulhuntyPartner ContentDecember 11, 2023

Is real estate’s PR problem solved? How tech can build trust in the real estate sector

Real estate agencies can turn to technology to help them build trust with clients and maintain them as life-long supporters, according to an industry expert.

Kylie DulhuntyDecember 8, 2023

Three ways to give back to your clients this festive season

It doesn’t matter what industry you work in or what suburb you live in, everyone likes to receive a ‘thank you’. The trouble is, in today’s fast-paced society, saying ‘thank you’ can be easily forgotten. But US psychologist Sara Algoe, from the University of North Carolina, says those two little words can have a big impact. Rather than just being…

Shane KemptonDecember 7, 2023

The psychological exodus: losing momentum before the Christmas break

As the holiday season approaches and the prospect of the Christmas break looms, it is not uncommon for us to mentally check out and lose momentum in the days leading up to the end of the working year.

Nerida ConisbeeDecember 7, 2023

Nerida Conisbee: Canberra tops the country for economic growth

It was a great year for mining, we were all travelling again and population growth surged.

Sharon Fox-SlaterDecember 6, 2023

2023 Real estate review: market shifts and insurance impacts

I’m reminded of an ancient Chinese curse that reads: “may you live in interesting times”.

Bianca DenhamDecember 5, 2023

Bianca Denham: The challenge of leadership

The concept of leadership can seem abstract, hard to define and a topic that challenges many.

Caroline BolderstonDecember 4, 2023

Caroline Bolderston: Use hindsight for a head start

You know the feeling towards the end of the year when you are tired, depleted and ‘over it’?

Imogen CallisterDecember 1, 2023

Imogen Callister: New year, new you…. new listings?

Through my work as mentor, I have discovered the formula and the key ingredients for success that are vital for transforming your business, building your brand and securing new listings in 2024.

Kylie DulhuntyDecember 1, 2023

What buyers want – granny flats, sheds, new homes and a study

Sydney buyers want granny flats, Melbournites are looking for new builds, while over in the west, the humble shed is high on people’s wish lists.

Ellen BathgateNovember 30, 2023

From tragedy to triumph: A year of unforeseen lessons amid a resilient recovery

My husband was hit by a car in May this year. Matt was riding his motorbike home from work, when a car turned right in front of him, hit him at speed on his right side, threw him into the air and he landed on the road.

Katrina TarrantNovember 29, 2023

Beige flags: Are they harmless quirks or warning signs?

In real estate, where trust and relationships are paramount, a new trend has emerged on the horizon - beige flags.

News RoomPartner ContentNovember 28, 2023

Is your business insurance ready for the new year?

The calendar year is winding down. Like most agents, you’re no doubt looking forward to a break over Christmas and New Year’s. But just because you’re hitting pause on work doesn’t mean your business risks are, too.

Justine WilsonNovember 27, 2023

Justine Wilson: 6 simple ways to rejuvenate a home for the new year

As we approach the end of the year, Justine Wilson, the Founder and Director of Vault Interiors, brings invaluable insight for agents and vendors aiming to rejuvenate their properties.

Nerida ConisbeeNovember 27, 2023

Nerida Consibee: property market predictions for 2024

Despite rapidly rising interest rates and strong population growth, a lack of homes coming to market and overall housing shortages led to big increases in both prices and rents across Australia in 2023.

Kylie DulhuntyNovember 23, 2023

How ethics and empathy built Daniel Harris’s real estate career

Daniel Harris’s real estate philosophy is simple.

Peter MartinNovember 22, 2023

Why further RBA interest rate hikes are less likely now than even 1 week ago

Since Australia’s Reserve Bank hiked interest rates two weeks ago, there have been two important developments – one in the United States and the other in the United Kingdom.

News RoomNovember 21, 2023

Shane Kempton: The high performance mind

Real estate agents looking for technology to improve their performance need look no further than their own brain.

Kylie DulhuntyNovember 20, 2023

Kylie Dulhunty: Write your way to productivity

In an age obsessed with digital solutions, the real key to productivity may be as simple as pen and paper.

Justine WilsonNovember 16, 2023

Maximising the allure: How to prepare homes for a new year sale

As you approach the end of the year, it’s time to put in some prep and get 2024 vendors ready for the opportunities that a new year brings.

Kylie DulhuntyNovember 15, 2023

Oliver Lavers rises to partner at The Rubinstein Group

When Oliver Lavers started out in real estate 12 years ago he had no Plan B.

Michelle MayNovember 14, 2023

Michelle May: Property trends that will dominate in 2024

As we fast approach the end of 2023, the Australian real estate landscape is showing clear indications of the trends that will dominate in 2024.

Nerida ConisbeeNovember 13, 2023

Nerida Conisbee: Regional Australia house prices return to growth

It is hard to find a capital city suburb that is not recording price growth.

News RoomNovember 13, 2023

Unlocking millions: Caroline Bolderston’s real estate revolution revealed

Caroline Bolderston is one of the best, and the best known, coaches in the Australian real estate sector and in this piece, we revisit three of her best read articles.

Shane KemptonNovember 9, 2023

Remembrance Day: Happiness is freedom and freedom is courage

Remembrance Day is a solemn occasion observed on the 11th of November each year.

News RoomIntelligent Reporting AssistantNovember 7, 2023

Unlocking the power of vulnerability: 5 life-changing lessons from Brene Brown

In the world of personal growth and meaningful connections, few voices resonate as powerfully as Brené Brown's.

News RoomIntelligent Reporting AssistantNovember 7, 2023

Unlock success: Mastering Radical Candor for workplace excellence

In a world of workplace jargon and buzzwords, Radical Candor by Kim Scott stands out as a refreshing and transformative guide to effective communication.

Darren KrakowiakNovember 7, 2023

Darren Krakowiak: Don’t settle for being a ‘plodder’

In 2000, the teen flick Bring It On popularised the cheerleading chant: "Be aggressive, be, be aggressive".

Rowan CrosbyNovember 7, 2023

Raine & Horne release new book highlighting their 140-year history

Raine & Horne has released a new coffee table book highlighting the business's 140-year journey in Australian real estate.

Kylie DulhuntyNovember 6, 2023

Midjourney and ChatGPT accelerate luxury home renovation under tight deadlines

The owners of an immaculately renovated, luxury Broadbeach Waters property that's set to go under the hammer later this month have credited the combination of AI and human creativity for transforming it under tight deadlines.