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Three ways to say thank you (and why it’s so important)
Saying thank you to someone is a pretty simple thing that can mean so much - and it just so happens that International Thank You Day is celebrated on the 11 January each year.
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Karyn O’Dea on supreme customer care, investing in your business and prospecting competitors’ sales
Most agents know, that more touchpoints equals more sales, but Karyn O'Dea from Ray White Robina has taken this to the next level by building a business that is a part of the community and reaches prospects 17 times each year.
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Zoe Saldana’s Beverly Hill home is out of this world
Zoe Saldana, celebrated for her roles in blockbuster films like Star Trek, Avatar, and Guardians of the Galaxy, is selling her Beverly Hills home for US$16.5 million.
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Australia vs world: The rental affordability gap
With rents surging post-pandemic across Australia and a lot of discussion around who should provide rental properties, it is timely to have a look at how Australia compares to the rest of the world for rental affordability.
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Ask Jo: What steps can our PM agency put in place to maximise personal safety?
As a property management business owner, you cannot simply assume that your team are safe while they are working.
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Bianca Denham: Why your metrics matter in a shifting spring landscape
As a southern-state resident I, like many of my compatriots, am incredibly excited about spring.
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Hannah Gill: Breaking down barriers to set tenants up for success
Australia is an incredibly multicultural and diverse society, which is one of the reasons it’s such a great place to live!
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How to use auction to win more listings
It’s no surprise that the leading performers in nearly every marketplace across Australia are auction listing agents.
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Australian homes valued at more than $10 trillion again
The total value of Australian homes has again jumped above $10 trillion, after rising $325 billion in the June quarter.
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Innovation ahead: Pontem has joined The Agency
Pontem, an innovative agency that uses a digital immersion suite to market and sell projects in Victoria, has joined The Agency.
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Caroline Bolderston: The fear of following up
Real estate sales can be a tough and competitive field, and following up with a prospective buyer or vendor can feel like putting yourself out there for potential rejection.
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Get your real estate stories in the news: 5 ways to woo journalists (including us!)
It’s an age-old question and one I’ve been asked a lot lately - “How can I get my story in Elite Agent/the media/the news?”
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Shane Kempton: How to step from the comfort zone to the courage zone
We’ve all heard the saying, “Reward for effort”. It sounds pleasant and straight forward enough, doesn't it?
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Leanne Pilkington: Why diversifying real estate is more than revenue, it’s a service revolution
For real estate businesses, diversifying revenue streams is important.
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Kelvin Davidson: How a National victory could reshape NZ property landscape
Many existing and would-be property investors will be keeping a close watch on the polls and whether or not National can form or lead the next government after the October 14 election. If National is successful, we now know it would mean a reinstatement of mortgage interest deductibility for all properties, a Brightline Test back at two years (rather than…
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Unlock career growth: TED Talks every agent should watch
In the competitive world of real estate, just as in elite sport, sometimes it's the small improvements - the one-percenters - that can set you apart from your competitors.
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Unlock the potential of outdoor space: Justine Wilson’s tips for creating an alfresco haven
As the vibrant seasons of spring and summer arrive, it traditionally means more listings and more sales.
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Tony Lombardi: 5 strategies to reap auction clearance success
Even in a challenging real estate market, auctions can be a powerful tool to generate a successful sale.
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Imogen Callister: Triple your business with text
Do you remember the olden days? The days where a phone sat on a wall. You would have to walk to it, to make a call or receive one.
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Three things to consider when building a brand
Building a compelling brand goes beyond just identifying your target audience; it's a deep dive into your own talents, energy, and core beliefs.
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Cyber attacks: How agents can protect themselves and their client data
It is no secret that individuals and business are more reliant on technology than ever, and with that, the potential for cyber-related incidents has also increased.
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Unlocking hidden potential: maximising your rent roll value
In the world of real estate, there is a lot of emphasis on growing rent rolls with little knowledge and emphasis on how to maximise the value of the current rent roll you are building.
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Matt Leacy: How to make a splash with an idyllic pool
"There's plenty of space to add a pool!" It's a common phrase real estate agents use to entice buyers across Australia, but there's also a lot of work that goes into creating the ideal tropical oasis at home.
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Regional migration slows but not in Queensland or South Australia
Despite decades of government intervention to try to get more people to move to regional Australia, it was the pandemic that led to the biggest shift of people from capital cities to regional Australia.
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Council to vote: Melbourne’s proposed short-term rental crack sparks business outcry
The City of Melbourne's proposed plan to regulate short-term rentals has been met with sharp criticism from business groups.
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Wide verandas, picket fences or the CBD? How coastal cities near the capitals could ride post-COVID waves of growth
The COVID-19 pandemic triggered population growth in regions at the expense of capital cities. Regional migration has since stabilised, but the pandemic has left its mark. Australians reassessed where they wanted to live and work.
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Ian Thorpe looking to make a splash with sale of Woollahra home
Olympic champion Ian Thorpe is selling his luxury Woollahra home in Sydney for an asking price of $3.7 million.
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Mike DelPrete dissects evolving real estate market dynamics
In his insightful presentation Pandemonium, Mike DelPrete delves into the shifting dynamics of the real estate market.
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5 supercharged career lessons from Marshall Goldsmith
Navigating the path to career success is often a journey filled with pitfalls and plateaus.
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Rising to the top: Elliott Placks on leadership, success, and innovation in Australian real estate
As the managing director of one of the highest-profile and top-performing agencies in the country, Elliott Placks understands that it takes a unique type of person to be an agency owner.
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From isolation to innovation: How REACH Australia’s support transforms PropTech startups into global success stories
Building a PropTech platform can be a lonely experience, according to John Hellaby.
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9 Stoic principles to help agents thrive in real estate’s ups and downs
The Stoics turn their attention to two questions; how can we lead a fulfilling, happy life, and how can we become better human beings?
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Wiseberry Herritage: Practising property managment with passion – Part 2.
At Wiseberry Heritage the award-winning property management team practices their craft with passion, with a capital P.
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How to succeed like James Tostevin
James Tostevin needs no introduction. The industry legend and top Victorian agent shared his secrets to a successful 40-year career at UrbanX’s annual conference, XCON 2023.
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Shane Kempton: Why time, energy and presence is your greatest gift
“Let your presence be present even when you are not present.” I heard this quote early in my leadership journey and it has never left me.
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