WA Real Estate News
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Professional adds to the team with a new Business Development Executive for Western Australia
Bill Atkinson has joined the Professionals Australia as the Business Development Executive for Western Australia. Mr Atkinson has extensive industry experience and has worked with the Professionals in Western Australia previously as the Operations & Inline Media Manager. Since leaving the group Mr Atkinson has worked as the WA State Manager for Century 21, Agent Sales Manager for rent.com.au and more…
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Kay & Burton opens doors to new Armadale office
As part of their 80th-anniversary events, Kay & Burton is proud to announce the launch of their new Armadale office. Kay & Burton opened the doors to their first office in South Yarra back in 1938. From the agency’s humble beginnings, the company has rapidly grown to seven locations across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs plus the Mornington Peninsula. In October, Kay…
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Foreign Owner Duty Surcharge a disappointing blow for WA property market: REIWA
REIWA is disappointed that the members of WA Parliament have ignored the concerns of the property industry by voting to pass the Foreign Owner Duty Surcharge tax. REIWA President Damian Collins said the new tax would likely have significant consequences for the WA property market, which was just starting to show signs of recovery. “The WA property market has endured a…
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Ray White Commercial welcomes Clive Norman
Ray White Commercial (WA) is pleased to welcome experienced office leasing specialist Clive Norman in the role of Director of Office Leasing to their team in Perth. Mr Norman, who has more than 17 years’ experience in the office leasing sector, brings with him a wealth of knowledge and expertise in leasing office developments for off the plans, high-end offices…
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Damian Collins elected new REIWA President
The REIWA Council has elected Damian Collins as the Institute’s new President. Following Hayden Groves’ announcement last week he would be finishing his term as President, the 2018-19 REIWA Council met on Thursday 4 October and elected Mr Collins to the Institute’s top position. Mr Collins has served on the REIWA Council since 2011 and as Deputy President since 2015. He…
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Ray White Commercial welcomes Phil Zoiti to the team in Perth
Ray White Commercial (WA) is pleased to welcome hospitality and tourism property mogul Phil Zoiti to their team in Perth. Mr Zoiti, who was born and bred in the small Western Australia country town of Merredin and has more than two decades’ experience in the industry, joins as Hotel and Tourism Associate. He said he was delighted to join the…
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Hayden Groves finishes his term as REIWA President
At REIWA’s 100th Annual General Meeting, held at Fraser’s Restaurant in Kings Park on Tuesday, Hayden Groves announced he would be finishing his three-year term as President on Thursday 4 October. Mr Groves, who will remain on the REIWA Council, was elected as President in 2015, having served on the Council since 2010. “The past three years have been extremely…
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ProProperty Group launches with longstanding directors leading the charge
Nick Sworder and Christopher Tana, the directors of Homestead Realty and Martino Property Group, have joined forces to launch ProProperty Group. The new brand takes advantage of the existing experience of Mr Tana and Mr Sworder and combines it with a contemporary business model and a focus on client experience. The directors share a similar vision for the future of…
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The Agency secures funding, acquires Top Level Real Estate
After a trading halt for the last few days, The Agency has announced to the ASX that they have secured the funds to acquire Top Level Real Estate. The acquisition involves a complex $8.4 million share placement, alongside $5 million of Top Level debt which will be converted into shares at $0.01 per share. The documentation provided with the announcement…
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Ray White Western Australia celebrates excellence in 2018
Ray White celebrated its best performers for the 2017-18 year in front of 400 members and guests at the Convention and Exhibition Centre in Perth on Friday 14 September. Ray White WA CEO Mark Whiteman said that by defying the trend of the worst market in two decades to post a record result, the message from the night was clear:…
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Ex-state golfer turns successful agent in 30 days
Ex-state golfer and footballer Ryan Smith has made the leap into the world of real estate, joining the Realmark team. From a strong sporting family consisting of professional golfer father Wayne Smith and sister Kristie Smith, Ryan played state-level golf and AFL from the age of 10. Finding an early passion for real estate, Ryan completed his real estate course shortly…
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ACTON Real Estate recognises highest achievers for 2017-2018
WA real estate group ACTON has acknowledged the achievements of its brightest stars at the 49th ACTON Awards Night at Crown Perth. For the sixth time, ACTON Cottesloe and Dalkeith Director Bev Heymans was crowned Overall ACTON Sales Champion. Ms Heymans capped off another stellar year, increasing her dominance in her core areas of Perth’s prestigious Western Suburbs, to earn…
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Ray White Cottesloe Mosman Park opens with top agents at the helm
Deborah Brady and Jody Fewster, born in the area and living in the local community, are proud to open a new Ray White office in Peppermint Grove in the heart of their local market. With 23 years real estate experience between them and both bringing to the table impressive business experience and professional acumen, they are a welcome addition to…
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Reiwa.com launches app to make it easier for buyers to find property in WA
reiwa.com has launched a new app which makes searching for property in WA easier. REIWA CEO Neville Pozzi said the reiwa.com app provides West Australians with a convenient way to find their dream home, investment property or rental accommodation. “The WA public can take their property search on the go, using an array of intuitive features that make searching for…
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Vivien Yap adds Senior Property Manager to her team at Ray White Dalkieth Claremont
Vivien Yap has further extended her team, bringing on Fiona Short as a Senior Property Manager. Ms Short joins Ray White Dalkeith | Claremont with over 15 years’ experience in the property management industry. She firmly believes communication is the key to a successful property management business. “Whether you know the answer or not … as long as you’re communicating and being…
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Longstanding Bayswater agency rebrands to join Ray White
The longest-running family real estate agency in Bayswater is proudly rebranding to Ray White Carters. Principal Daniel Warne said the business had been held by his family since his father Gary Warne became licensee in 1989. “I’m proud to continue on from Dad, it’s been in the family for around 30 years,” Mr Warne said. Mr Warne has ambitions to grow…
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Ray White opens a new Fremantle office with familiar faces at the helm
Bob and Brett Oliver have announced they’re joining the Ray White team in Fremantle after running their own family business in the region for over 30 years. “The core values of the Ray White WA state team are almost identical to ours in terms of the way they run their business,” Bob Oliver said. “Like minded thinking made it a…
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Harcourts build brand presence in Western Australia
“We are pleased to have Anna-Marie join the Harcourts Group as our newest business owner. Anna-Marie has had an outstanding start to her real estate career and we are proud to be able to help her in her dream of business ownership. “Anna-Marie will take over the management of our Harcourts Elite office in Canning Vale and will be rebranded…
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WA agent finds a new role with Ray White
Vivien Yap is thrilled to welcome Lee Fitzgerald, who will be coming on board at Ray White Dalkeith | Claremont as a general manager. Ms Fitzgerald, who has established a strong profile in Perth’s western suburbs, joined the team today. “Lee will bring a wealth of experience in leadership, staff management and property management,” Ms Yap said. “We are ecstatic…
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Adam Piller wins 2018 REIWA Auctioneering Championships
REIWA’s annual Gift of the Gavel Auctioneering Championships concluded yesterday, with Adam Piller from Caporn Young Estate Agents taking out first place. REIWA CEO Neville Pozzi said the Auctioneering Championships showcased WA’s talent in the auction space. “While auctions remain a niche segment of the Western Australian sales market, they are becoming increasingly popular with sellers who are wanting their…
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The Agency continues its expansion in Western Australian with acquisition
The Agency has acquired Inglewood Estate Agency, further expanding its reach in the Western Australian property market. Through this acquisition, the network has added a portfolio of approximately 80 properties to its property management arm. Inglewood Estate Agency Principal, Mark Jewell, will also come across to join the team. Established in 1960, Inglewood Real Estate was a longstanding family business…
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High achieving Perth agent joins Ray White North Quays
Successful Perth real estate agent James Kennedy has been warmly welcomed into Ray White North Quays. Mr Kennedy has spent almost 30 years of his life in the greater Kingsley area, which includes graduating from Woodvale Senior High School and playing for the local football club. The elite performer, with the support of his wife Kylie, has been awarded the…
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MLB and AFL star Corey Adamson switches sports for real estate with Realmark
Corey Adamson is the latest elite sportsman to step away from the sporting arena and enter the world of real estate, kicking goals in record time with elite agency Realmark. A natural salesperson, Corey grew up in WA as the son of an Olympian and dedicated a lot of his childhood to football and baseball. At the tender age of…
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@realty welcomes Jessica Taylor and Brian McKiernan to its network
@realty has recruited Jessica Taylor as a specialist agent for the fast-growing Illawarra region, and specialist agent Brian McKiernan to service the Perth market. JESSICA TAYLOR Ms Taylor joins @realty as a licensed real estate agent, licensed stock and station agent and auctioneer, with experience selling farms and rural property through her previous role as director of a South Coast…
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Raine & Horne opens new office in Perth commuter belt suburb
Raine & Horne has opened a new office in Ellenbrook – a commuter belt suburb of Perth, 45 kilometres northeast of the central business district. Ron Lyster, an experienced local real estate agent and property development manager, will lead Raine & Horne Ellenbrook. Mr Lyster has switched to Raine & Horne from another leading real estate group. “Ron has been…
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First National announces its leading WA agents
First National Real Estate’s Western Australia agents received their General Excellence and Marketing Awards at Novotel Langley last Friday night. The awards brought recognition to the best of Western Australia’s real estate performances throughout 2017, which according to First National WA Chairman, Kelly Donaldson, were confirmation of the network’s commitment to professional development and customer satisfaction. ‘2017 market conditions in…
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Tim Gossage launches into real estate with Realmark
Network Ten, Eyewitness News sports presenter Tim Gossage has merged his passion for presenting with real estate becoming fully charged Auctioneer with Realmark. After 28 years as the king of presenting across news, sports and breakfast radio, Tim’s passion for auctioneering is to lead him to Realmark joining forces with the industry pacesetter, Realmark as auctioneer. Tim has auctioneered at…
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Realmark implements Livebid in a first for WA Auctions
Innovative firm Realmark is the first agency in Western Australia to adopt Livebid, a new cloud-based technology that will bring residential and commercial property auctions into the digital age. Developed in Australia, the ground-breaking technology allows agents to electronically record auction bids which are made instantly visible to buyers and sellers, who can track auctions simultaneously, in real-time, from any…
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REIWA celebrates 100 years of WA real estate
The Real Estate Institute of Western Australia and the State Library of Western Australia are presenting a public exhibition celebrating a century of REIWA service. REIWA CEO Neville Pozzi, said the centenary was a major milestone in the Institute’s history and he was delighted to be able to share how REIWA has grown and positively influenced the state over the…
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Harcourts Expands into Key Western Australia Locations
Harcourts Group Australia has continued its expansion in Western Australia with three office openings in key Perth regional areas of Midvale, Wembley Downs and Bullsbrook. The Harcourts Phoenix team will be led by Mike Steadall and will service the Perth Foothills/Hills community, located in the suburbs east of Perth. With over 35 years of experience in sales and marketing at…
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Ross Whiteman awarded a prestigious OAM
Congratulations to Ross Whiteman in Western Australia on his recent Order of Australia medal in the Australia Day honour’s roll. Ray White Western Australia CEO Mark Whiteman said he was so proud of his father’s award in recognition of many years of service and dedication to such a worthy cause. “Dad was recognised for his service to people living with…
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First National WA reinforces training commitment to its agents
First National Real Estate has appointed Goals International to expand its existing in-rooms, online and on-demand training strategy for 2018 in Western Australia. Business Growth Manager, Debbie Fletcher said regular training, mentoring and coaching was essential, particularly in a tough market, to help agents remain inspired, motivated and at the forefront of the industry. “A lot of thought went into…
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Housing affordability improves for buyers and tenants in WA
A new housing affordability report has found Western Australia is the most affordable state in the country for tenants and home buyers. Only the Northern Territory and the Australian Capital Territory are more affordable. The Real Estate Institute of Australia supported by Adelaide Bank released their latest Housing Affordability Report yesterday, with the findings revealing affordability in WA’s housing and…
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Realmark and Altitude to join forces on 1 Feb, creating Realmark Urban
In welcome news for consumers and industry, the upcoming merger between the Realmark Real Estate Group and Altitude Real Estate will enable the combined agencies to offer their clients a more efficient, effective and influential way to buy, sell, lease, manage and finance property. Founded by Paul Tonich and his cousin Nathan Tonich in 2008, Altitude Real Estate is one…
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Ray White WA welcomes Ben Keevers
Recognised as one of Western Australia’s top agents, Mr Keever’s down to earth nature, enthusiasm and professionalism makes him one of the most sought after agents in Perth’s exclusive northern beaches. Ray White Group joint chairman Brian White said there was no greater compliment than could be paid than to have a top agent joining the network. “Growth is the…
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