Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Auction numbers stay high; NSW Property Commissioner Speaks Out on Netstrata Controversy; and Why Investors won’t be harmed by WA Rental Law Overhaul

In the hectic world of real estate, taking the time to build meaningful relationships with clients and fellow agents alike can make all the difference. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Grace Ormsby talks with director of JW Residential, Nikki de Rijcke, about the mindset and strategies she has used throughout her remarkable ascent to the number eight spot in REB’s Top Dealmakers Ranking for 2023. Nikki shares her story of becoming the sole owner of JW Residential...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Rental growth drops below 10% for the first time in two years; Millennials are choosing travel over mortgages; and Which two states are best for affordability? Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms.

Taking on the world of real estate can feel daunting, but with the right support, young agents can quickly rise through the ranks. In this episode, host Grace Ormsby sits down with Matt Fava, a property consultant at Wilson Property who in 2023 was named the 11th ranked dealmaker on REB’s Top Dealmakers – at just 25 years of age. Matt shares his journey from a young chef in the regional Victorian town of Traralgon to the successful agent he is today. He speaks about the importance of...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: A Perth builder has been fined $5,000 for fabricating his work history; A NAB economist has revealed that fewer than 1 in 5 homes are affordable to the average Australian household; and Auction activity is set to ease across capital cities. Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms.

Making property technology work for people. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Phil Tarrant speaks with Thom Richards, CEO of Cohabit, a company working to digitise building information to help owners, buyers and strata managers understand buildings better. The duo delve into the proptech landscape, uncovering why some might be resistant to tech adoption, and tackle the question of whether jobs are on the line as more advanced tools are introduced to the market. ...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: The NSW property industry reacts to talk of more taxes; Auction volumes hold steady; and West Australian rents rise Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms.

The latest data paints a painful story for renters across the country – but what does it mean for the property landscape pushing forward? Dr Nicola Powell, chief of research and economics at Domain, sits down with REB’s Grace Ormsby to unpack the all-time high rents being seen across the country, and consider what it could all actually mean for real estate moving forward. Nicola talks of a turning point in the rental market, and why that could spell better conditions for tenants the country...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: High-density approvals reach a 12-year low; DA costs will go down in South Australia; and Auction numbers are set to rebound after the Easter long weekend. Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms.

Switching teams can be one of the biggest decisions an agent can make. In this episode, host Grace Ormsby speaks with Melbourne agent Matthew Pillios, a prestige specialist who recently joined up with Kay & Burton, taking on a director role with the high-end agency. Matthew shares what it’s been like joining a new team, and transitioning to working alongside agents who might formerly have been described as his rivals.  The duo also discuss the state of Melbourne’s market, and how...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Infrastructure Pipeline Boosts NT Appeal; Accessible properties become easier to find; and Auction numbers could crack Easter record Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms.

Leanne Pilkington gives a run-down on the current state of Australian real estate.  In this episode, the president of the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) and the CEO of Laing+Simmons sits down with REB’s Grace Ormsby to provide a health check on the current state of property and real estate across the country.  Acknowledging the many factors that are playing into Australia’s relationship with the asset class and the spotlight being shone on the sector, Leanne gives her two cents...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Median home prices climb; Land acquisition laws go up for review in NSW; and Auctions hit high gear before an Easter lull. Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms.

In an industry where the gender wage gap is even larger than the national average, achieving pay equality might seem like a Herculean task. One company shows how it’s possible. On this episode, host Juliet Helmke speaks with Rebecca Kerr, chief operating officer of Little Real Estate, who reveals the strategy that allowed the company to be one of very few in the industry that can boast a gender wage gap of 0 per cent. Rebecca shares some of the strategies that had to be implemented to help...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: New listings hit a 12-year high; A warning issued over a common household hazard; and Auction activity ramps up this fall Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms.

Gone are the days of 3 per cent interest rates – this CEO warns that high mortgage rates are the “new norm”. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, REB’s Grace Ormsby sits down with a powerhouse of the real estate world: Geoff Lucas, chief executive officer of The Agency. Geoff shares how the unseasonable January frenzy made its impact felt on his side of the executive desk, and reveals the lay of the land for the year to come. He discusses the likelihood of a reduction of...

You might be overlooking artificial intelligence’s most unique offering: empathy. Seth Watts, co-founder and chief revenue officer of CampaignAgent, sits down with host Grace Ormsby to lift the lid on how generative AI is transforming the real estate sector, and how Australians can dig into its untapped potential. Seth explains the benefits of treating ChatGPT as a mentor, confiding your concerns to the chatbot in order to extract top-quality advice. In this episode, you will also hear: ...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Rental affordability at worst level on record; Australia reignites its Passion for Home Buying; and Public holidays put auctions on the backburner. Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms.

Throughout their extensive real estate careers, these two women have learnt that empathy and authentic client relationships are the best launching pad for success. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Grace Ormsby sits down with two LJ Hooker sales superstars, Nyree Ewings and Rosemary Auricchio. Nyree shares the story of her career journey from a bright-eyed 17-year-old receptionist to the top-ranking Queensland agent she is today, and explains how she overcame...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Australia's Auction Market Braces for Downswing; Is housing hurting our wellbeing?; and A reminder on the suburbs earmarked for growth across the coming year. 

Strong home prices, a new housing plan and tight vacancy rates – unpacking what’s in store for Queensland’s property market in the months ahead. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Juliet Helmke speaks with Real Estate Institute of Queensland CEO Antonia Mercorella about the Sunshine State home prices, regional areas seeing sustained growth and some of the changes the institute hopes to see in 2024. Antonia shares insight into what’s happening with the Queensland...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: The New South Wales council areas most at risk of natural disaster; How renting has changed in the past 25 years; and Inside Melbourne’s big auction week

As technology has changed, so too has the real estate industry. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Juliet Helmke speaks with Brad Filliponi, co-founder of real estate photography retouching and editing service BoxBrownie.com, to delve into the changing world of property marketing. Brad shares how the Sunshine Coast business that operates all over the world got started 10 years ago, and what property shoppers now expect to see when perusing listings. The duo delve...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: A Perth agency has been fined for failing to lodge $30,000 in tenancy bonds; The Real Estate Institute of Queensland calls for a roadmap for a new housing plan; and CEO Angus Raine suggests that tax breaks for baby boomers could boost housing supply.