This business leader runs a value-based business – and it’s reaping all kinds of rewards. Adam Nobel, the CEO and principal of Hugo Alexander Property Group, joins REB’s Grace Ormsby for this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents to chat through his solution to the Australian housing crisis, and how he’s working with industry and investors to create material change in the Brisbane market. A finalist in the Innovator of the Year – Individual category at this year’s REB Awards, Adam also...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Australia beats the US for the world’s biggest houses; Is the nation experiencing an investor exodus; and Here’s what to expect in this week’s auctions.  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.

Running a growing business for three decades is no mean feat, especially in an industry that has seen as much change as real estate.  The founder and CEO of Melbourne Real Estate (MRE), Pete Hooymans, sits down with Grace Ormsby on this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, to reflect on 30 years in business and the importance of “giving a shit”.  Pete highlights the value of not only writing down his goals, but crafting BHAGs (big, hairy, audacious goals), and ensuring his business is...

Is this innovative rent roll model the breath of fresh air Australian real estate needs? In this episode of the REB Business Empowerment Showcase, host Grace Ormsby is joined by James Kirkland and Chris Albrecht of Little Real Estate, who share why this not-so-little network has big plans for the future. James explains how the brand overturned the traditional franchise structure by placing property management at the centre of operations, creating a unique – and lucrative – synergy between...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: The Block 2025 secures 5 Prime Land Lots; The Perth suburbs that saw more than 35 per cent growth last financial year; and Is Spring coming early for auctions? 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.

By the end of this year, real estate agencies will have a lot more administrative work on their plates. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Grace Ormsby speaks with Hannah Gill, deputy president of the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA), about what the upcoming federal reforms mean for the industry. Hannah shares why she is concerned additional reporting requirements will not solve the issue of money laundering. She also outlines the REIA’s seven core...

Will the RBA change the cash rate? Will a cooling rental market make a dent in the crisis? What does our changing labour market mean for property? Eliza Owen, the head of Australian research at CoreLogic, answers all your burning property market questions on this episode of REB’s Secrets of the Top 100 Agents. Sitting down with Grace Ormsby to reflect on the past financial year, she unpacks the latest headline data and market conditions, flagging diverging activity across the country. She...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Push for more to consider a career in construction; Perth’s cheapest suburbs revealed; and An anticipated drop in auction activity. 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.

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: A bank economist’s view of the RBA’s next move; NSW starts trialling AI to speed up homebuilding; and The winter slowdown arrives as scheduled.  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.

There’s a better way of doing the business of real estate, according to this high performer. Emma Miller, the lead agent and director of Place Cleveland, sits down with Grace Ormsby for this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents to recount her recent alliance with the Queensland-based group. Emma shares her belief that real estate can be done better, and ultimately, what she is doing about it. Revealing she has no desire to be a selling principal, she stresses the importance of lifting...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: South Australia’s new rental laws come into effect; A building supervisor is in the spotlight for negligence; and Auction volumes decline. 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.

Adopting an open-minded attitude to opportunity has seen one agency principal grow not only a real estate empire, but branch out into a host of property-related subsectors as well. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Juliet Helmke speaks with David Gray, CEO of Elders Lifestyle Group on the Mid-North Coast, to dive into the strategy that has seen the agent build a business spanning 17 offices, with more in the pipeline. He talks about how he learnt to leverage his...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Are Australia's Homes Really Colder than Sweden in Winter?; Why Australians Face a New Retirement Challenge; and Auction Volumes set for slight dip 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.

When workers look back on their careers, they remember roles they held both for the good and bad managers they served under. If businesses take the time to properly develop those with managerial responsibilities, not only will those managers become better leaders, but the business will also see more substantive returns on investment. In this special episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, hear from the host of The HR Leader (REB’s sister brand), Jack Campbell, who is joined by...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Permanent ban for a settlement agent who spent clients’ property payments; examining Australia’s housing needs in light of population growth; and and what’s in store for auctions this 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.

Interest is high for new units in the Western Australian capital, but bringing stock to the market is presenting some challenges. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, Juliet Helmke speaks with David Cresp, a director at Urbis, to unpack everything that’s happening with the new apartment pipeline in Western Australia’s booming capital. The Perth property expert shares insight about the trends defining the city’s medium- and high-density market, and whether demand for new...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Over half of all Australian homes are at risk of natural disaster; Auction volumes get ready for a dip; and Which Sydney suburbs should luxury buyers keep an eye on? 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.

This autumn, skyrocketing housing costs have led to an explosion of new trends among young Aussies. In this editorial update, journalists Juliet Helmke and Orana Durney-Benson discuss the biggest headlines to hit the desk in recent weeks. From Brisbane’s surprising gain over Melbourne, to revitalised regional migration and changing first home buyer preferences, the quest for an affordable home is changing the face of Australian property. Did you like this episode? Show your support...

Market fluctuations have a flow-on effect to the behaviour of buyers, sellers, renters and real estate professionals. For a listings portal, that means never staying still. On this episode of Proptech Pulse, host Juliet Helmke is joined by Domain’s John Foong, chief commercial officer and managing director of agent experience, and Dani Harmer, general manager of product – agent experience. The trio unpack how the firm has had to be nimble in making updates to its tools to ensure agents,...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Home prices head skyward; first home buyers refine their search criteria; and auction activity rises. 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.

Elders has had a record year for its real estate division, but the strategy is not expansion at all costs. On this episode of Secrets of the top 100 Agents, host Juliet Helmke speaks with Belinda Connor, general manager of residential real estate and brand at Elders, to unpack how one of Australia’s oldest businesses has achieved rapid growth in its real estate services. Belinda shares the due diligence that goes into assessing whether a business is a good fit for the operation,...

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Why Victorian investors are getting cold feet; New insight into the housing crisis; and Auction figures record a slight 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.

One of the biggest names in the Northern Beaches shares the strategy that has allowed his agency to achieve market share growth every year for over 30 years. On this episode, host Grace Ormsby is joined by John Cunningham, the managing director of Cunninghams – an agency spanning three locations with 75 staff members included in the fold and an impressive reputation in the competitive Northern Beaches market. The duo discuss what it’s like to operate in an area that is near constantly beset...

What makes a high-performing sales agent? The data behind REB’s annual Top 100 Agents gives a good indication. In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, REB’s Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos discuss REB’s hotly anticipated ranking that unveils the highest performers in the nation. The duo delve into the metrics that define the top performers, and provide insight into how the list comes together. Phil shares what role average property price plays in helping define the sales agents...

Focusing on narrow pain points is a staple of the proptech world, but is this what real estate agencies really want? In this episode, Propps CEO Daniel Bignold sits down with REB’s Grace Ormsby to share the story behind his newest business, COLAB•6. Daniel reveals why he believes the proptech world is set for a transition from small-scale problem solving to integrated all-in-one solutions. He shares the grand plan for COLAB•6, and why be believes we're at the start of a new era for...