And So It Begins

Restrictions impact activities Agents explore new ways We hold our breath Last week Last week, auction volumes across the combined capital cities reached their second highest level this year with 2,599 homes taken to market. The higher volumes combined with uncertainty around COVID-19 saw the final auction clearance rate fall to the lowest level since June last year returning a 56.9% success rate. This week … Continue reading And So It Begins

Brenda Rosen: Breaking Ground

Brenda Rosen, the President and CEO of Breaking Ground – a company which aims to build sustainable and affordable housing and break the chain of homelessness to New Yorkers. Her team is dedicated in developing new spaces and preserving historical landmarks. She is a firm believer that everyone deserves a secure and decent home. In her interview with Michael Stoler, Brenda shares about her family … Continue reading Brenda Rosen: Breaking Ground

“Technology Has Not Changed the Business Much”

REIQ Salesperson of the Year Brett Andreassen says this last year he has focused on personal goals, further refining his skills in public speaking and video presentation, while also working with a personal trainer. So where does technology fit in?   Continue reading “Technology Has Not Changed the Business Much”

How Can You Trigger A Potential Listing at Your Agency?

It’s all about having a mastery and owning your work processes. In the previous episode of The Offshore 101, Stephen Atcheler shared how automating business operational processes can take away low rewarding tasks for property managers which would make them more efficient in their roles. This week, Stephen explains how you can trigger and convert a new listing for your agency with your lease renewal … Continue reading How Can You Trigger A Potential Listing at Your Agency?

New-age Tools Help Agents Work Smarter

Real Estate is Australia’s biggest and largest industry and the nation’s second-largest employer. People have been working remotely, auctions are being done online, and open homes are moved digitally through virtual tours to enforce social distancing. Technology has been a great partner in shaping the new model of how we do business. Jay Morris, the managing director of Diakrit in Australia and New Zealand shares … Continue reading New-age Tools Help Agents Work Smarter

New-age Tools Help Agents Work Smarter

Real Estate is Australia’s biggest and largest industry and the nation’s second-largest employer. People have been working remotely, auctions are being done online, and open homes are moved digitally through virtual tours to enforce social distancing. Technology has been a great partner in shaping the new model of how we do business. Jay Morris, the managing director of Diakrit in Australia and New Zealand shares … Continue reading New-age Tools Help Agents Work Smarter

Ten Strategies for Combatting the Stress from COVID-19

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) has officially become a pandemic. While you can’t control what the COVID-19 will do, you can control how you respond to what is happening. It’s imperative for your health and well-being, to begin exercising that control now. Today’s episode addresses exactly what you need to do to combat the stress from COVID-19.  Managing your risk—you do it every day.  How to move … Continue reading Ten Strategies for Combatting the Stress from COVID-19

Outdoor Entertaining Area Transformation

Outdoor areas are essential especially for Australian homes, as a great area to dine-in, relax, and be entertained. It’s the best place to create beautiful memories and meaningful conversations with families and friends. Naomi Findlay joins us today to give us tips and tricks on how to transform the unused patio at your home into a beautiful space where people can gather and spend time … Continue reading Outdoor Entertaining Area Transformation

Reluctant Agents Change their Mind — Geoff Lucas

One agency group in Australia has been on the front foot in preparing its workforce for a change in how they might work in the future. The McGrath team operates from headquarters in Pyrmont, Sydney as well as six sales offices in the real estate business’s Sydney Metro precincts. All staff in those offices took part in the trial for a 24-hour period on Monday.  … Continue reading Reluctant Agents Change their Mind — Geoff Lucas

Be Careful Who You Hang With

Brett Andreassen has lived and breathed Brisbane’s inner western suburbs real estate market for over 13 years.  His incredible work ethic is backed by hundreds of rave reviews which resulted in him being named the REIQ Salesperson of the Year.  How does he deal with a tough patch?   Continue reading Be Careful Who You Hang With