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One Agency reports strong start to 2019
Sydney-based Trans-Tasman network, One Agency, has reported a strong start to the year, already adding a dozen new members to the network with more on the way. CEO and Founder Paul Davies said the group continued to attract former franchised offices seeking a less constrained, more cost-efficient environment. “In both New Zealand and Australia we are also seeing a number…
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Newly opened Ray White Mascot welcomes Jamie Van Le
Well-known Sydney agent and Transform 2016 participant, Jamie Van Le, has joined the team at Ray White Mascot. Mr Van Le said he was excited to join the newly opened Ray White business, which is owned by William Ho. “There are many fantastic Ray White agents across Sydney, and I am looking forward to bringing the same level of service…
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First National Real Estate honours top achievers at General Excellence and Marketing Awards
First National Real Estate’s highest achievers have been recognised at the General Excellence and Marketing Awards held at Singapore’s Flower Dome. The black-tie awards dinner brought recognition to the network’s top 2018 salespeople, property managers and administrators, attracting more than 300 delegates from Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. The event capped off a year of strategic technology and…
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Prudential Real Estate re-imagine their franchise model
Prudential Real Estate in south west Sydney have announced the launch of a new franchise model offering for first-time and established real estate business owners. The company says the offering has been designed to equip participating agents with resources, mentoring and business acumen by providing tailored solutions for those wanting to grow their core business but have financial, time or…
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Queensland Sotheby’s International Real Estate welcomes Veronika Princeton-Hall
Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty has expanded its presence in southeast Queensland with the recruitment of Senior Sales Executive Veronika Princeton-Hall. Ms Princeton-Hall boasts over 17 years experience in both the Brisbane and Gold Coast regions. Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty CEO Paul Arthur said the addition of Ms Princeton-Hall was instrumental in the company’s goals for growth. “Veronika brings such a…
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Agent Brigitte Blackman returns to BresicWhitney
After six years away, Brigitte Blackman has returned to property group BresicWhitney, alongside Amber Riethmuller. Ms Blackman has spent 20 years in the industry and spoke of the importance of having the right people in your team in a changing market. “It’s inspiring to know you can come back into an office with renewed energy, working with Ivan Bresic, Shannan…
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Median house price rise in Darwin: Raine & Horne
Upgraders in the Northern Territory are driving up Darwin’s median house price. Raine & Horne Darwin reports inner Darwin suburbs such as Moil, The Narrows, Wagaman, and Alawa are attracting Darwin upgraders looking for proximity to the city’s beaches but at a discount to prices expected for waterfronts in Fannie Bay and Nightcliff. “There was a fall in Darwin’s sales…
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New look for Ray White Whitsunday
Ray White Whitsunday Principal Mark Beale has strapped on his tool belt to give his office front reception a renovation. “We have been in the new office here now for nearly four years and it was time to update the entire branding of the office both internally and externally,” Mr Beale said. “Our reception area was very clinical, bare, very…
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Stone Real Estate Seaforth expands with local husband and wife team
Stone Real Estate in Seaforth is enjoying an expansion, welcoming highly experienced local agents Andrew and Melissah White to their team. Both Mr and Mrs White have significant experience in the industry, and previously owned Ray White Balgowlah. Mrs White has been in the industry almost two decades, while Mr White is described as an industry veteran and is also…
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Callum MacPherson joins Ray White Frankston
High performing agent Callum MacPherson has joined Ray White Frankston in the outer south-east region of Melbourne. Mr MacPherson said he has enjoyed a passion for property and the region since he was a child. “I was born and raised in the Frankston region, and I wouldn’t choose anywhere else to raise my own family now,” he said. Ray White…
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REISA celebrates 100 years with a major review
The Real Estate Industry of South Australia is marking its centenary year with a major review that seeks to shape its vision for the next generation of real estate professionals. REISA President, Brett Roenfeldt OAM said the move is in keeping with the organisation’s focus to deliver relevant direction, products, services and support to underpin the success of its membership,…
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Ray White Double Bay usher in a new era by recruiting new talent
IT’S the dawn of a new era for Ray White Double Bay who has commenced its next phase of expansion with the recruitment of real estate young gun Alan Fettes. Mr Fettes has been selling real estate for over five years in Sydney’s blue-chip eastern suburbs and lays claim to being the youngest agent to ever earn $1 million in…
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RE/MAX and Mortgage Link announce financial partnership
The Australian and New Zealand financial arm of RE/MAX, Pivotal Financial, and New Zealand financial services brand, Mortgage Link have announced a new partnership. Mortgage Link’s Managing Director Josh Bronkhorst, said the partnership gave its financial advisers a good opportunity to work with real estate agents from the brand. RE/MAX New Zealand Managing Director Michael Davoren said the relationship means…
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Ray White New Zealand welcomes new leader in Nelson region
The Ray White Group has welcomed Mark Rumsey as the new owner, Principal and licensed agent for Ray White Nelson, Richmond and Motueka in the Upper South Island of New Zealand. Mr Rumsey has over 10 years of experience in business ownership and said he was excited to be heading up three Ray White businesses in the lush region. “I…
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Sydney agent Jeff Freud joins Belle Property Double Bay
Experienced Sydney agent Jeff Freud has joined Belle Property Double Bay. Mr Freud said the shift to Belle was a perfect fit for the next stage of his career. “It’s a family business that offered me an opportunity to grow a rent roll of my own,” he explained. Mr Freud was previously a Principal Partner at Century 21 Rose Bay.…
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Ray White Double Bay agents set a new street record
Ray White Double Bay agents, Evan Williams and Benjamin Goodwin, have set a new street record just days after listing a Woollahra home with a red carpet soiree. Sold for an undisclosed amount for a new street record, Mr Williams said he was thrilled with the result and the level of interest as a direct result of the VIP launch…
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McGrath continues Victorian expansion with a new Greensborough office
McGrath has continued its Victorian growth strategy with the opening of a new office in Greensborough located in Melbourne’s North-East. This will be the company’s 12th Victorian office since first entering the state in December 2015. McGrath Greensborough Eltham will be led by joint Principals Ben Flannagan alongside his father Brent. The Flannagans have operated a family-led real estate business…
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Colliers International welcomes two new faces to the Canberra team
Colliers International has welcomed its newest agent Sisi Chen to its Canberra team while also welcoming back Michael Pearson and Nathan Burraston. “Over the past six months our team has grown by 50 per cent,” Colliers International Director Residential, Shane Radnell revealed. Late last year the office also recruited Tom Maloney. “The number of residential sales agents employed in our…
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OBrien Real Estate stake a claim on Melbourne’s Monash corridor with Gareth Apswoude
OBrien Real Estate continues to expand its network in the Monash corridor of Melbourne with the addition of Gareth Apswoude and assistant Zoe Zhao. OBrien Managing Director Dean O’Brien described Mr Apswoude as a highly valued addition. “What we like about Gareth is he is straight talking, creative in his approach, customer focussed, confident and has a track record of…
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Michelle Delaney announced as permanent CEO for Better Homes and Gardens Australia
Better Homes and Gardens Australia has appointed Michelle Delaney to the position of CEO Australia. This appointment adds additional strength to the group following last week’s announcement that the company had opened its first two offices in Sydney’s Hills District. The team at Combined Services – the parent company of Century 21 and Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate in…
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Adelaide caught up in election hype: Raine & Horne
The prospect of a possible change of government in the upcoming election has prompted investors to buy up property in Adelaide, according to Raine & Horne. “Some investors aren’t waiting to see if there will be a change of government on election night and are buying up properties in Adelaide now to ensure they don’t miss out on the current…
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OBrien welcomes Heather Steadman to Oakleigh office
OBrien Real Estate, Victoria has welcomed agent Heather Steadman to the Oakleigh sales team. Ms Steadman brings 15 years of sales experience in the Glen Eira area and said she was excited to be working with the team. According to OBrien Real Estate Oakleigh Director, Max Martinucci, Ms Steadman’s family-orientated personality will fit perfectly with building the ethos of family…
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Stone Real Estate Camden has welcomed Chris Philp into the fold
Stone Real Estate Camden has welcomed Chris Philp to the team to bolster operations in the area. The 31-year-old said joining the boutique agency was an offer he could not refuse. “The Stone brand is highly impressive and I can see it’s really going places,” Mr Philp said. “They’re enthusiastic and have a great culture. I’ve seen them in action…
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The Agency joins forces with Renee Hardman to form Team Sauvage
The Agency has teamed up with WA agent Renee Hardman to launch Team Sauvage in Mandurah. Ms Hardman has operated her own real estate business for 13 years in the coastal community, where she holds the claim for selling the highest-priced property in Halls Head Canals for $5.8 million. Ms Hardman notes her commitment to her work is client-driven. She…
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Mother-daughter duo celebrate 10 years with Ray White
Ray White Whitsunday sales agent Ellen Kerr and daughter Bek Kerr have recently celebrated their 10-year anniversary at Ray White. The mother and daughter duo have worked in real estate together for over 12 years in total. Ellen Kerr explained the secret to their success is the passion they share for the their jobs and the industry. “Real estate brings…
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DiJONES launch AI platform ‘askDiJONES’
DiJONES has combined house-hunting data and artificial intelligence to give homeowners an advantage when they consider selling or preparing to sell. The askDiJONES “skill” (much like an app on a mobile device) can be installed into a person’s virtual home assistant and consumers can tap into the group’s live database of active and passive buyers and renters to see who…
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First National recognises outstanding teen
First National Real Estate has recognised a Queensland teenager for her role in making Cystic Fibrosis medication more widely available. 13-year-old Evie Marshall received the Leadership Award at the 2019 Seven News Young Achiever Awards on Friday after successfully campaigning for Australians with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) to have access to life-extending medication. The medication, called Orkambi, previously cost $250,000 per patient,…
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Century 21 extends its presence in regional NSW
Century 21 has announced the opening of a new Central West office in Forbes as it expands its presence in regional New South Wales. C21 Central West will be headed up by Tara Kelly, who has over 20 years industry experience. The office will cater to both sales and property management, with the vision of being a “progressive real estate…
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Rising star Domenic Maxwell joins Ray White Upper North Shore
Ray White Upper North Shore has bolstered its sales team with the addition of Domenic Maxwell. Mr Maxwell recently made the switch from McGrath Wahroonga alongside sales assistant Alex Connors. In an interview with Managing Director of Ray White Group, Dan White, Mr Maxwell said he changed agencies to take advantage of the various opportunities on offer “I saw an…
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Husband and wife team opens Ray White Augustine Heights
Experienced husband and wife duo, Rudy and Alma Grommen, have opened a new Ray White business in Augustine Heights, Queensland. Mr Grommen said the team decided to move their existing Brookwater office to Augustine Heights, in the growing Greater Springfield region of southeast Queensland, due to the diverse housing market and customer base. “The area has experienced some of the…
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Purplebricks confirms Australian Exit
After weeks of speculation, Purplebricks Australia has announced its intention to exit the Australian Market. Michael Bruce, the Group’s Founder and CEO is stepping down from the business with immediate effect. Vic Darvey, previously Purplebricks COO, has been promoted to the role of Chief Executive Officer effective immediately. A statement from the new CEO regarding the Australian exit says: “After…
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Northern Territory agent shines bright at the Elders Annual Real Estate Awards
Elders Real Estate recently held its Elders Annual Real Estate Awards, honouring the best sales agents, property managers, business owners and administrative staff in the network. According to Elders Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mark Allison, the awards nights are an opportunity to thank the Elders community for their outstanding work throughout the year. “The awards provide an opportunity…
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Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate makes its debut in Sydney’s Hills District
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate has opened two offices in Sydney’s Hills District. One is located in The Ponds, with a second office on the way in the nearby suburb of Bella Vista. The Ponds Principal, Saeshen Attapallil, said he and his team were proud to be operating the very first Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate office. According…
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LJ Hooker expands presence in Western Sydney
LJ Hooker has expanded its network in Western Sydney with the opening of LJ Hooker Colyton | St Clair. Led by Sid Elias, LJ Hooker Colyton | St Clair will offer a full suite of real estate services including sales and property management, particularly across residential and commercial properties. Mr Elias said he made the decision to join LJ Hooker…
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Chris Storey starts a new chapter with Ray White WA
Ray White Cottesloe Mosman Park have expanded, welcoming agent Chris Storey to the team. Mr Storey has been in the industry for 20 years and credited the integrity of Directors Jody Fewster and Deborah Brady as the deciding factor of his decision to make the move. “I joined Jody and Deb to realise my potential as a salesperson,” Mr Storey…
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