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With current cost-of-living pressures, how is the Australian property market coping? Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) president and director of dethridgeGROVES, Hayden Groves, sits down with Real Estate Business’ Grace Ormsby to give a helicopter view of the Australian property market in real-time. Lending his thoughts on the latest RBA decision, the president unpacks the current state of housing affordability across the country. Comparing the situation facing renters and mortgage-holders, he dishes on which cohort is being most impacted by the current economic climate before unpacking migration patterns and the future of renting in Australia. You will also hear:

Leanne Pilkington believes that when opportunity knocks on your door, it’s crucial not only to answer the call but to fully maximise its potential. The chief executive and director of Laing+Simmons, and deputy president of the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA), sits down with Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles to reveal the story behind her rise to becoming the leader of REB Awards 2023’s Major Network of the Year awardee, navigating trials, tribulations, and even ultimatums along the way. She also delves into the lessons in leadership she has learned over her decades-long run in the industry, including dealing with feedback, the importance of visibility, and what it takes to become a successful leader. In this episode, find out:

In this special episode of the Secrets of the Top 100 Agents podcast, host Grace Ormsby is joined by REB journalist Kyle Robbins to breakdown the key takeaways from a wild weekend at the Australasian Real Estate Conference (AREC). The pair discuss some of the main talking points from the event, which included eye-opening sessions from Hollywood actress Reese Witherspoon, and Caitlyn Jenner, as well as insightful talks from a number of industry heavyweights, including Alexander Phillips. Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insights.

To maintain agility in technology and its adoption, businesses are advised to continuously embrace and apply feedback-driven insights. In this episode of the REB Business Empowerment Showcase, host Grace Ormsby is joined by Lauren Barham, the national products and training manager for Raine & Horne, to discuss the transformative power of technology in the real estate industry over the past four years and how tech adoption can be the key differentiator for businesses to stand out. Lauren gives a behind-the-scenes look of the step-by-step process that goes into developing a new tech product, how it can be seamlessly integrated into a business, and explains why she believes technology will enhance, rather than replace, human processes in the real estate industry. Tune in to find out: The benefits of being early adopters of AI-driven technologyWhy feedback loops are important in tech development and adoptionHow to provide the right training and support when integrating tech into business processes. To learn more about Raine & Horne and their technological offerings, visit https://www.raineandhorne.com.au/ Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insights.

In the ever-changing tides of the real estate market, Angus Graham holds firm in his belief that agents who cultivate lasting business relationships are those who are firmly anchored for success. The director at Hodges - Sandringham, who was also named REB’s #10 Dealmaker in 2022, sits down with Grace Ormsby to unpack how he adopted his strategies to the ups and downs of the market over the last three years. Angus also shares his thoughts on how market trends will unfold and why he anticipates a strong spring selling season in 2023 before discussing his career and business goals. In this episode, you will also hear: How agents can adapt to the changing market conditionsThe importance of a strong support networkWhy the “good old phone call or text” is a timeless and effective marketing strategy Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insights.

Entering the real estate scene from a different background, Katherine Gonzalez-Cork not only stepped up to take the reins of a brand but has already become deeply entrenched in the business, forging connections with its core values and people. The chief executive of Professionals Real Estate sits down with Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles, to reveal how she transitioned into the leadership role from a different playing field, and talks about “getting the basics right” as the key to running a successful business, regardless of the industry. As succession becomes a critical issue for the real estate industry, Katherine also discusses the importance of starting the conversation around the topic before explaining why succession planning should be a priority for business leaders. In this episode, you will hear about: How a people-over-profit approach can be beneficial to a businessThe benefits of succession planningWhy a business’s strength lies in simplicity

Get the inside scoop on Australia’s top-ranked real estate agents from none other than coach and trainer Tom Panos. REB’s managing editor, Phil Tarrant, and Real Estate Gym’s Tom Panos sit down to unpack the people and the data behind the ranking that sets the standard for real estate across Australia, year after year. Alexander Phillips, Australia’s number one ranked agent for the eighth year running, also makes a cameo appearance, making it a must-listen for all agents looking to up their game!

Stepping beyond one’s familiar pastures of comfort can feel like planting seeds on uncharted grounds. But for Lauren Croker, it was the game-changing move that led her to strike the perfect balance she had been seeking. The rural and lifestyle specialist at Elders Real Estate - Goulburn sits down with Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles to talk about how she grew up with “agriculture in her veins”, discusses her deep-rooted connection to the farming industry and sheds light on what motivated her shift to become a real estate agent. She also shares insights on navigating the local market as a female agent, delving into the challenges she faced before providing a glimpse into her future plans. In this episode, you will hear: How rural property markets operateWhy it’s vital to have a good support system in your careerThe importance of having work/life balance Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insights.

With interest rates rising across the country, the common refrain has been to compare today’s single digits to the late 1980s, when mortgage holders were paying 17 per cent. But if you thought that interest rate pain was worse in those days than now, you might be mistaken. On this episode of the Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Grace Ormsby sits down with Shane Oliver, the head of investment strategy and chief economist at AMP, who examines the full scope of what the RBA’s cash rate calls are doing to Australia’s economy and outlines why a 6 per cent mortgage rate today might feel the same as the 17 per cent rate of 1989, given the average Australian’s financial situation. The duo also discusses the deluge of information coming from the RBA and why it can be hard to comprehend for the everyday borrower. Shane dives into the data to spell out what could be in store for the year ahead. Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insights.

Overhauling property management takes more than just gearing up with the latest tech. For this start-up founder, reinventing the wheel requires a holistic approach. In this episode of REB’s Proptech Pulse, host Grace Ormsby is joined by Mina Radhakrishnan, the co-founder of :Different to reflect on her career entrenched in “the heart of tech”, how she got bitten by the “start-up bug” and discuss the driving force behind her decision to start her own business. The duo also looks at the different pain points the business has encountered since being established in 2017 and how “feeling the pain” has helped them to have a holistic approach to property management before unpacking the importance of delivering value not only to clients but also to agents and principals in the industry. Tune in to find out: Why technology should provide an end-to-end solution for businesses The importance of transparency and visibility around rent rollsHow a holistic approach can deliver an improved experience for agents, tenants and principals You can learn more about :Different’s rent roll performance check here. Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insights

There’s still more gas in the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) rate tank if economic indicators continue the way they are going. So where to from here for Aussie borrowers? Peter White AM, the managing director of Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA), sits down with host Grace Ormsby to run through the “real” impacts of the current rising rate environment, expressing his disappointment in the RBA’s lag and lack of current data indicators. Peter reflects on the resilience of Australia’s investors over the past 18 months before pointing out the potential for more pain in 2023 before rates begin to subside and optimism returns to the property market.

In this special episode, Maria Edwards unpacks the current market conditions in the ACT and how it can rise from being the “victim of its own success” to being victorious. The chief executive of the Real Estate Institute of the ACT (REIACT) sits down with Grace Ormsby to provide insights on how the last three years have played out for the local property market before taking a closer look at the current state of play for agents in the region. Maria also explains how investor confidence got so low, considering it sits against a backdrop of record-low vacancy rates and increasing rental yields. They also forecast ACT’s potential emergence from the housing crisis at an earlier point in time than other property markets. In this episode, you will hear about: Which challenges in the ACT’s property market require attentionHow consumer sentiment is changing among buyers or sellers and tenants Where Canberra is sitting in its property cycle

Rather than going for a “trial-and-error approach”, new business owners are advised to tap into the power of a reliable brain trust that can help drive their success. In this episode of the REB Business Empowerment Showcase, host Grace Ormsby is joined by Daniel Alexander, the managing director of LJ Hooker Southern Gold Coast, to talk about how he made the strategic pivot from being a human resources manager, including the challenges, changes and choices he encountered when he became an entrepreneur. Now with the business spanning three locations and a significantly expanded rent roll after opening its doors almost eight years ago, Daniel talks about how having a group of trusted colleagues has been instrumental in helping the business’s growth and direction before touching on what lies ahead in the next five years. Tune in to find out: Why business leaders need to “invest” in their employeesHow aligning with a network can be a strategic move for a businessThe ways tech can help provide the foundation for business systems and processes Learn more about Daniel and his business here.

Want to build a winning team? For Michelle Stephens, the secret to success lies in seeing someone else’s strengths as a complement to your weaknesses. The sales agent from Obrien Real Estate Carrum Downs, who was also named REB’s #7 Dealmaker in 2022, sits down with Grace Ormbsy to unpack how the real estate market has settled into a “new normal” after navigating through the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic. Acknowledging that “no one is good at everything,” Michelle highlights the importance of identifying the strengths and weaknesses of each team member to cultivate a cohesive and complementary work dynamic, which can ultimately position a business for success. In this episode, you will also hear: Why it’s important to take short breaks How elevating the customer experience can drive business growthThe benefits of leveraging your team’s strengths

In this episode of the REB Business Empowerment Showcase, host Grace Ormsby is joined by Tony Blamey, the chief revenue officer at :Different. The duo unpacks the myriad of challenges facing property managers and business owners but highlights that there are still plenty of opportunities for savvy operators to not only win new business, but retain their current customers and gain further market share over their competitors before Tony stresses the importance of regular performance checks in the property management division. Tune in to find out: - Does the “perfect” rent roll exist? - What a rent roll performance check requires - How business owners can gear up for growth You can learn more about :Different and their rent roll checks here.

Grace Ormsby, Juliet Helmke and Kyle Robbins talk tax, data hacks, and a move across the Tasman in the latest episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents. The editorial team unpacks the biggest stories of the past week and what the real-world ramifications will be for the sector — covering everything from strategic plays by industry giants to cyber security concerns that will become an even greater risk in the coming years. Tune in now! Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insights.

To have a competitive edge in the ever-changing business landscape, Suzie Hamilton-Flanagan urged leaders to adopt a culture of adaptability — one that focuses on flexibility and openness to change. The founder and director of PM Recruit & Temp Solutions sits down with Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles to share how after exploring various career paths, she discovered that real estate was where her passion truly lies. Suzie also unpacks why businesses and agents who can adapt to the “ebb and flow” of new technologies, customer needs, and market trends are more likely to succeed over the long term and explains how the ongoing talent war in the industry can be won without compromising a business’s operations, culture or profits. In this episode, you will hear: How to prevent burnout with sustainable adaptabilityThe role technology plays in keeping a business agileWhy business leaders and agents need to have a built-to-adapt mindset Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insights.

Having moved into the chief executive role at Kay & Burton earlier this year, Nathan Jones sits down with host Grace Ormsby on this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents to discuss his first few months of “getting his hands dirty” in his new role. In paying homage to the past and embracing the future, Nathan explains why the move felt like a homecoming and touches on the challenges and priorities of his new role before revealing the short and medium-term goals of Kay & Burton. In this episode, you will also hear: Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insights.

Renae Dickey believes that in order to pave the way for a gender-equal era in the real estate space, the industry needs to put more women in rooms where leadership decisions are made. The sales agent at BresicWhitney sits down with Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles to share how her firsthand experience as a property buyer convinced her to make a detour from ballet teaching towards a career path in the real estate sector. Renae discusses the challenges she faced when she entered the industry, explains why agents should view property transactions as an “intimate” interaction rather than a business deal, and why it’s time for the industry to break away from its traditional views when it comes to recruitment. In this episode, you will hear: What is the difference between an “okay agent” and a “great agent” Why there is a need for increased female representation in the industry Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insights.

On this editorial catch-up edition of the Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Grace Ormsby is joined by fellow real estate journalist, Kyle Robbins, to unpack the recent outcome of the NSW state election and what Chris Minns’ victory means for the state’s property market. The pair outlines and discusses the first NSW Labor government in over a decade’s housing plans, recounts the campaign trail as a whole, and compares the different policies between the outgoing and incoming governments. In this episode, you will also hear: Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (REB Podcast Network) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au for more insights.