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First timers vs seasoned tenants
Young people make up a significant portion of the rental market in Australia, but are they being treated fairly?
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Evan Yousif and Con Pedis launch Harcourts Roxburgh Park
Two experienced agents team up with marketing expert to open new Harcourts office in Melbourne's north.
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How I Sold It: renovations and digital marketing equal winning formula
When Candice Cattell listed the penthouse on Sydney's Northern Beaches she knew she had a gem on her hands - she just had to convince buyers of the same.
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Japan’s abandoned homes spark viral trend yet pose investment risks
As Japan faces a growing number of abandoned homes, known as akiyas, content creators are finding viral fame by buying and renovating these cheap properties.
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Should you ramp up your lead generation campaign during school holidays and Christmas?
One of the most debated topics among real estate professionals is whether to increase marketing efforts during school holidays and the Christmas season.
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What is the Great Aussie Dream now?
The “Great Australian Dream” has changed. Once dominated by the ambition to own a home, today’s ideal centres on leading a life free from financial pressure and a focus on well-being.
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What’s your sales mode?
Which salesperson are you: The Beggar, The Persuader, The Befriender or The Selector?
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Why agents need to ramp up their social media game
Industry experts Steve Carroll and Melanie Hoole explain why authenticity, strategic content, and paid advertising are game-changers in real estate marketing
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AI and ChatGPT is transforming the buyer’s agency sector
AI is making waves across various sectors, and the buyer's agency property industry is no exception.
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3 tips for mastering client engagement using Generative AI Tools
Discover how real estate agents can enhance client engagement and boost sales using AI tools like Crystal Knows and DISC profiling techniques. Learn effective sales strategies tailored to different buyer personas, plus tips on automating responses and analyzing client feedback
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Do ‘nice agents’ finish last?
Being likeable is important, but Andy Reid, renowned auctioneer and real estate expert, points out that "nice agents" often fall into the trap of appeasement.
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How I sold it: from contract collapse to digital win
Julie Hodgson has had some tough sales in her real estate career, but perhaps none more so than 6 Blackbourn St, Granville.
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From commission houses to Melbourne’s best-selling agent under 30
From growing up in a commission home to being named in the Herald Sun’s Best-Selling Agents Under 30 list, Ozan Kanbur has come full circle.
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Australia faces record low housing affordability, new report reveals
Australia is experiencing its worst housing affordability crisis on record, according to the PropTrack Housing Affordability Report for 2023-24.
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The 10 habits of highly confident real estate agents
Confidence is a game-changer in real estate, both for our personal success and for how clients perceive us.
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Dutton’s $5 billion plan to solve housing crisis
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has announced a $5 billion Housing Infrastructure Program, aiming to fast-track the construction of up to 500,000 new homes if the Coalition wins the next federal election.
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The risks of going ‘off script’ with landlords
As an agent, you already work within a heavily regulated industry, and it is no different when you are delving into the realm of insurance – it too is underpinned by strict rules.
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New survey reveals politics play a key role in where Americans choose to live
As political landscapes shape more than just elections, a new US survey reveals that nearly one in four Americans now factor politics into their decisions on where to live.
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REA Group pledges $122,00 to fight homelessness
REA Group has stepped up to support Nedd Brockmann’s Uncomfortable Challenge, pledging $122,000 to help tackle homelessness across Australia.
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Glamour meets drama in Melbourne’s high-stakes luxury real estate show Listing Melbourne
Going beyond high-end homes, the show showcase the fierce rivalries, ethical dilemmas, and personal dramas these agents navigate.
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How can you be profitable all year round?
How do you keep momentum through holiday lulls and avoid sales gaps? Bianca Denham writes on how to be profitable year-round.
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Secrets of success: how regional agents thrive in real estate
More than 580 real estate professionals from across Australia and New Zealand participated in the first-ever virtual Regional Agents Conference.
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Farshad Kazazi takes over Harcourts Arundel office
Multi-talented businessman Farshad Kazazi has acquired and rebranded the former Harcourts Arundel office on the Gold Coast.
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September vacancy rates drop again: tight conditions ahead for property managers
Renters should prepare for increased competition and rising rental prices as PropTrack’s latest report reveals a third consecutive month of falling vacancy rates across Australia in September 2024, with conditions tightening in both capital cities and regional areas. Nationally, the rental vacancy rate dropped to 1.34%, with Sydney, Hobart, and Canberra seeing some of the most significant declines. Listen to…
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Cost effective tips for staging a home on a budget
Effective home staging can be the difference between a quick sale and a property languishing on the market.
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The costly mistakes holding agents back
Discover how to overcome real estate agent inefficiencies with structured systems and technology. Boost productivity, streamline tasks, and grow your business. Learn more!
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Navigating the new Privacy Bill: what real estate agents and businesses need to know
Discover the 2024 Privacy Bill changes, penalties, and how agencies can avoid breaches. Stay compliant with new privacy obligations. Learn more.
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The principal’s playbook: How to ensure you’re indispensable
How modern real estate principals can lead, align teams, and stay relevant in a rapidly evolving market
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Could long-term leasing be a solution to Australia’s rental crisis?
Currently, around 31% of Australian households rent, a figure that is expected to increase in the coming years. This shift highlights the growing need for secure, long-term rental options.
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Jacob Caine reappointed as REIV President
Jacob Caine has been reappointed as President of the Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) for a second term.
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