How Digital Media and Devices Have Changed Us

Years ago, communicating on a handheld device was pure science fiction but as technology advances, what was once thought as futuristic is now a reality. Snail mail, landline telephones and traditional mass media like print, TV, and radio, are now the old technology as the use of smartphones and other mobile devices take the lead.  In today’s episode, John McGrath, founder of McGrath Estate Agents, … Continue reading How Digital Media and Devices Have Changed Us

Online Auctions Fail to Still Sellers Nerves

Nearly half of all auctions withdrawn again Prior sales numbers surge Sellers likely to abandon auction Challenges around new policies banning onsite auctions continued to see the auction market take a hit this week, over what is usually one of the busiest weeks of the year historically.  This pre-Easter weekend didn’t quite meet the usual expectations, with 45% of auctions withdrawn from sale and 84% … Continue reading Online Auctions Fail to Still Sellers Nerves

Too Many Unanswered Questions

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a six-month moratorium on residential and commercial evictions but Antonia Mercorella – REIQ CEO says “there are far too many unanswered questions”   Continue reading Too Many Unanswered Questions

No Philosophical Debate Needed

PIPA Chairman Peter Koulizos said the wage subsidy of $1500 per fortnight to eligible employees and businesses has prompted a collective sigh of relief from tenants and landlords as well as everyone employed in the real estate sector nationwide.  He says there doesn’t have to be a philosophical debate over whether tenants or landlords are more worthy of financial support during these difficult times   Continue reading No Philosophical Debate Needed

Investors need to explore options, NZ transactions STOP, and eBay of real estate

This week’s highlight on Real Estate Talk. No Philosophical Debate Needed Too Many Unanswered Questions NZ Lockdown on Agents Halts Transactions eBay of Real Estate Investors Nervous About Tenanted Properties #rEealEstate #Realtor #OnlineAuctions #Australia #NewZealand #Lockdown #Coronavirus Continue reading Investors need to explore options, NZ transactions STOP, and eBay of real estate

Half of All Properties Withdrawn

Withdrawal number will climb Agents embrace digital alternatives Market braces for ‘a rough patch’ Last week Last week was expected to be the busiest week for auctions this year, however the disruptions of new policies preventing on-site options saw auction market activity plummet.  Over 50% of properties reported being withdrawn last week and this trend is likely to continue. Agents are turning to Digital alternatives … Continue reading Half of All Properties Withdrawn

Still Doing Deals During the Pandemic

This week’s episode of REC Uncensored takes the material covered in today’s CoachingClues on the impact of COVID-19 on the industry and gives you the scripts and strategies you need to continue to keep your business strong, even if you’re quarantined. Here’s what Bernice and Greg will be covering: Agents are still conducting open houses, but mostly by appointment or virtually. Your old prospecting scripts … Continue reading Still Doing Deals During the Pandemic

Sellers opt for a Quick ‘no fuss’ Sale

Miriam Sandkuhler is reporting that, as a buyers and sellers advocate, she is being inundated with requests to present ‘off market’ properties to her buyers.  Some of the requests are coming directly from sellers.   Continue reading Sellers opt for a Quick ‘no fuss’ Sale

Aussie Wine Regions Outperforming Sydney Property Markets

Vintage opportunities in the wine regions. What are the opportunities that Australia’s wine regions offer investors?   The wine industry makes a big contribution to Australia’s economy generating up to 40 billion dollars annually and offers the potential for some big returns for property investors. Simon Pressley from Propertyology shares his amazing research on the wine regions and the property market opportunities.   Continue reading Aussie Wine Regions Outperforming Sydney Property Markets

Blockchain: Transforming the Real Estate Industry by Creating Faster and Safer Transactions

This week Natalia Karayaneva of Propy.com joins us to discuss a trend that is radically transforming the residential real estate, mortgage, and title industries—Blockchain. Propy is the first blockchain company to provide transaction management. Blockchain allows a whole new level of security unlike anything that has been available before. Hackers can’t change it, wire transfers can’t be stolen, and it is so efficient that you … Continue reading Blockchain: Transforming the Real Estate Industry by Creating Faster and Safer Transactions