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Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt lists his Californian estate
Former Google Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, Eric Schmidt, has listed his expansive Northern California compound for sale at a substantial asking price of US$24.5 million, revealing a significant appreciation in property value since its purchase over three decades ago.
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What if the Reserve Bank itself has been feeding inflation? An economist explains
Here’s something for the board of the Reserve Bank of Australia to ponder as it meets next month to set interest rates.
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Jo Oliveri: Why property management is facing a do or die moment
The property management industry is hurtling towards a definitive 'do or die' moment in history, and it is time for the industry to take action.
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Bianca Denham: What do sellers really want?
There’s a natural gap that exists between sellers and buyers, a tension that is to be expected in the course of every transaction.
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Nerida Consibee: What the best and worst price growth suburbs say about the market
All suburbs across Australia are seeing year-on-year price growth.
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Brock Fisher: 6 ways to fill your revenue bucket
What if I told you that right now, there are hundreds of dollars a month in fees leaking out of your business that you are entitled to, but are simply not getting?
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Stuck in a real estate rut? Here’s why you should lace up and level up
Every morning, I face off against a familiar foe: the first kilometre of my run.
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Tenant deaths in rentals: Can insurance cover the costs?
While we hope the death of a tenant is something you never have to deal with, sadly and shockingly, many agents are faced with this challenge at some point in their careers.
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Honouring ANZAC Day: Drawing inspiration from gratitude
As ANZAC Day approaches, it serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by our brave service men and women who have defended our freedoms and way of life.
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Rents rise $200 per week nationally, affordability still “years off”
It has been a tough four years for renters.
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Adrian Knowles: The timeless value of mentorship
The quest for success, whether in the bustling streets of real estate or any other competitive field, has a timeless companion: mentorship.
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Stuck in fight-or-flight mode? 5 ways to complete the ‘stress cycle’ and avoid burnout or depression
Can you remember a time when you felt stressed leading up to a big life event and then afterwards felt like a weight had been lifted?
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What to do when your business stalls
When it comes to moving your real estate business forward, that growth doesn’t have to be in a straight line.
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Ellen Bathgate: Leadership is not a ‘dirty word’
I’ve always felt uncomfortable with being called a leader.
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Justine Wilson: Six golden styling rules to prompt buyers to pay more for property
There's no doubt styling a home for sale can work wonders, not just in attracting potential buyers, but in getting them to pay more for the property.
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Byron Bay the most unaffordable place to rent in Australia
Byron Bay, Mermaid Waters and Noosaville are the most unaffordable places to rent a property, according to new research.
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Overcoming camera fear: Katie Lance’s guide to confidence
Appearing on camera can be a daunting experience, but for many in the real estate industry, it’s a necessary part of building a personal brand.
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Maximising your success: The essential benefits of regular rent roll audits
The cornerstone of a successful business often lies in the details, particularly in the meticulous auditing of your rent roll.
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Darren Krakowiak: Stop procrastinating, start prospecting
Trust me, I get it - I too have blurred the lines between prospecting and procrastination.
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Marnie Beauchamp: Unconventional strategies for nurturing your pipeline
One of the biggest challenges as an agent is effectively managing your sales or property management pipeline.
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Population problems: 10 ways to accommodate 13 million more people
The latest population projections from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) have just been released and, while getting long-term projections correct is notoriously difficult, the reality is that in the next 48 years we are very likely to have a much bigger Australia.
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Shane Kempton: Navigating the real estate jungle
Cue Indiana Jones music - you are the hero in this adventure.
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Andy Reid: 5 things to avoid to maintain your commission level
One of, if not the, most common challenge agents I work with, is maintaining commission levels.
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Pancho Mehrotra: Why adaptability is a winning strategy
In today’s environment, sales professionals face a different challenge with the advent of new technology.
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Landlords lodged more than 5600 claims in 2023
EBM RentCover paid out $49.3 million in landlord insurance claims in 2023.
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The best Australian warehouse conversions on the market right now
Sitting in the living room of 27 Woodstock Street, Balaclava, you'd be forgiven for thinking you were in the middle of Manhattan.
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Nick Brown: Why PMs shouldn’t fear the words “break lease”
The term we hear so often in our day-to-day life as a property manager (PM) is “break lease”.
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7 ways you can build trust with your clients today
In real estate, trust is the currency that powers success.
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Stayz announces the best holiday homes in Australia
Stayz has revealed its top 10 Australian holiday homes for 2024, with a haven for nature lovers in NSW’s Kangaroo Valley taking out top spot
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Darren Krakowiak: The questions to ask before you pitch
The ability to effectively qualify opportunities before you pitch for the business is an indispensable skill in commercial real estate.
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Caroline Bolderston: Curiosity is a leadership superpower
Being a leader can be demanding, challenging and, in a world where time is a hot commodity, it is no surprise that many leaders make quick judgements and decisions to get things done.
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Claudio Encina: How to transform pain into pleasure for your vendors
Working with vendors to accept an offer can be challenging at times.
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Expanding horizons: The Agency’s formula for cultivating real estate talent
Like the ripples that form when a pebble is dropped in a lake, The Agency’s presence across Australia is expanding.
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Are rituals better than routine in real estate?
‘Ideal day’, ‘follow the process’ and ‘routine’ are all common phrases you hear in real estate that are designed to help agents generate the most deals and the best results.
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Maximising sales with sustainable property styling
In today's real estate market, sustainability isn't just a buzzword; it's a critical factor influencing buyer decisions.
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