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    Hollywood comes to town - Extras wanted now!
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    Hollywood comes to town - Extras wanted now!

    A Hollywood A-lister is secretly working with a Melbourne real estate company on his latest blockbuster.

    By RET Editorial31 Mar 20252 min read

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    Growing your real estate agency through rent roll acquisition: Key legal considerations
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    Growing your real estate agency through rent roll acquisition: Key legal considerations

    By Rex Afrasiabi | New Chapter Legal Purchasing a rent roll is one of the most effective ways for a real estate agency to expand. A rent roll not only carries intrinsic value but also provides a steady and predictable income stream, making it a highly sought-after asset.

    By RET Editorial30 Mar 20252 min read
    From reception desk to industry disruptor: The evolution of Property Assist
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    From reception desk to industry disruptor: The evolution of Property Assist

    At 17, I didn’t know what I wanted to do. Like many school leavers, I was simply looking for a job, any job, when I landed a receptionist position at a local real estate agency. It seemed ordinary at the time, but it would go on to shape the course of my entire career.

    By RET Editorial27 Mar 20252 min read
    Why posting more on social media won’t get you noticed, and what will
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    Why posting more on social media won’t get you noticed, and what will

    In an increasingly digital industry, visibility on platforms is often hailed as the benchmark for success.

    By RET Editorial27 Mar 20252 min read
    The ‘+5 focus’: Small steps lead to big wins
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    The ‘+5 focus’: Small steps lead to big wins

    A famous Chinese proverb tells us, "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." It’s a powerful reminder that meaningful progress in life or business doesn’t happen all at once. It happens step by step, decision by decision, action by action.

    By RET Editorial26 Mar 20252 min read
    A catalyst canvas for culture
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    A catalyst canvas for culture

    The relationship between environment and business culture is symbiotic. Each has an influence on the other; and each evolves with the other.

    By RET Editorial18 Mar 20252 min read
    Raine & Horne NSW awards shine with record attendance as top performers thrive
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    Raine & Horne NSW awards shine with record attendance as top performers thrive

    The 2025 Raine & Horne NSW Awards for Excellence took centre stage on International Women’s Day at the spectacular Hyatt Regency in Sydney, honouring the network’s top sales and property management…

    By RET Editorial13 Mar 20252 min read
    Is your juice worth the squeeze? A real estate take on a Netflix binge
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    Is your juice worth the squeeze? A real estate take on a Netflix binge

    NSW CEO Karrina Tarrant on knowing if the squeeze is worth it After several days of being cooped up in a hotel room sitting out Cyclone Alfred, I, like many of you, succumbed to the inevitable: a Netflix binge. My show of choice? With Love, Meghan .

    By RET Editorial13 Mar 20252 min read
    Hunter or Hunted?
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    Hunter or Hunted?

    Harcourts Managing Director Mike Green on Being the Hunter, Not the Hunted "Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage." These words by Dale Carnegie succinctly encapsulate an essential mindset for leaders in any industry, including real estate.

    By RET Editorial4 Mar 20252 min read
    Oh, by the way......
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    Oh, by the way......

    Harcourts NSW CEO Katrina Tarrant on The Door Handle Question That Changes Everything in Real Estate You know that moment when a conversation is wrapping up, everyone’s about to move on, and then…

    By RET Editorial28 Feb 20252 min read
    The cost of a boozy lunch
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    The cost of a boozy lunch

    Ever wondered if a handshake over a long lunch could land you in court?

    By RET Editorial24 Feb 20252 min read
    Noah’s Ark is now up for sale in Christchurch, New Zealand
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    Noah’s Ark is now up for sale in Christchurch, New Zealand

    The distinctive property, believed to be the only ark for sale in the world, is expected to attract international interest.

    By RET Editorial23 Feb 20252 min read
    The future of real estate belongs to agile and adaptive business models
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    The future of real estate belongs to agile and adaptive business models

    Written by Mindy Powell-Hodges, Head of Global Membership at ONE AGENCY The real estate industry has undergone a seismic shift over the past decade, driven by advancements in proptech, evolving consumer expectations, and the rise of remote work.

    By RET Editorial23 Feb 20252 min read
    Raine & Horne predicts rate cut will spark a bumper autumn property market
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    Raine & Horne predicts rate cut will spark a bumper autumn property market

    Leading Australasian property group Raine & Horne welcomed the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) decision to cut the official cash rate today, expressing confidence that this move will provide a much-needed boost to Australia’s real estate market.

    By RET Editorial19 Feb 20252 min read
    Property market tipped for strong autumn selling season ahead reports Raine & Horne
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    Property market tipped for strong autumn selling season ahead reports Raine & Horne

    Leading Australasian property group, Raine & Horne, reports significant year-on-year (YOY) growth across several key Australian housing market metrics for December 2024, pointing to a strong autumn selling season ahead.

    By RET Editorial14 Feb 20252 min read
    The importance of prioritising your health amid life's juggles
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    The importance of prioritising your health amid life's juggles

    Kiarni Hall, Business Operations Manager, Harcourts Queensland, on finding balance I've been toying with the idea of being this open about my health for a while now. It’s not always easy, but I think it’s important message to share.

    By RET Editorial14 Feb 20252 min read
    Our part in your journey, Understanding why people leave
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    Our part in your journey, Understanding why people leave

    Change is inevitable. Whether in the business world or our personal lives, we often face moments where people move on. For real estate professionals, it could mean losing a valued client, a loyal team member, or a trusted business partner.

    By RET Editorial11 Feb 20252 min read
    Belief, balance, and business: How I reshaped my future
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    Belief, balance, and business: How I reshaped my future

    Michelle Champion is the Director of Champions of Real Estate in Cairns Before great success must come great belief. When I first started focusing on building my business, I didn’t realise how much belief, both in myself and my vision, would become the foundation of everything.

    By RET Editorial11 Feb 20252 min read
    NSW regional cities are thriving in early 2025, with Bathurst, Dubbo, and Wagga Wagga leading the charge
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    NSW regional cities are thriving in early 2025, with Bathurst, Dubbo, and Wagga Wagga leading the charge

    Regional towns across New South Wales are off to a strong start in 2025, with several key areas such as Bathurst, Dubbo, and Wagga Wagga reporting impressive activity, in line with CoreLogic's recent data showing regional dwelling values rising in January.

    By RET Editorial11 Feb 20252 min read
    I admit it - I don't have all the answers
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    I admit it - I don't have all the answers

    Heather Edwards, CEO, Harcourts SA on the Power of Authentic Leadership in Real Estate What makes a truly great real estate leader? Is it their ability to hit sales targets? Their knowledge of market…

    By RET Editorial10 Feb 20252 min read

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