Secrets Of The Top 100 Agents

In 2021, it’s more important than ever that agents find solutions to enhance their work and create efficiencies.   In this episode of the REB Business Empowerment Showcase podcast, host Grace Ormsby is joined by Dave Stewart, former agent and owner of Market Buy. Dave gives insight into his decision to kickstart an online offer management system, explains why it’s still so valuable to keep agents at the heart of property transactions, and reflects on the leaps and bounds made by agents in the digital space since the onset of COVID-19. Tune in to find out: Dave’s number one recommendation for testing out tech Why vendors and buyers aren’t fazed by digital solutions What agents can expect from proptech partnerships

This episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents sees Tim McKibbin join host Grace Ormsby for a special real estate update. The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW) CEO shares candid insight into how the state’s professional body has been tackling COVID-19, reflects on the trials and tribulations of 2020, and provides some optimistic forecasts for the year ahead. In this episode, you’ll also hear about: • What Tim expects from the “new normal” • The current stamp duty conversation • Why the REINSW is putting the case forward for a property services commissioner   Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the

This episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents sees host Grace Ormsby joined by an up-and-coming name in Australian real estate, William Chan. A director at Marshall.Chan.Yahl., William tells Grace all about his start in the profession, the value of loyalty as a young agent, and the importance of nurturing and valuing your team in a new business. In this episode, hear about: • The challenges and opportunities associated with opening your own agency • Why COVID-19 was the perfect time to kick off a new venture • What we can expect next from this industry up-and-comer Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the show, ema

This episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents sees host Grace Ormsby unravel some of real estate’s most important stories over the past 12 months with Momentum Media’s consumer wealth editor, Maja Garaca Djurdjevic. In this special episode, Grace and Maja reflect on the year that was — from drought, fires and floods to the wide-reaching ramifications of COVID-19 on everyday life. With the benefit of hindsight, the pair poke fun at some of the early pandemic predictions, consider what could have been, and say cheers to a brand-new year. Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.c

This episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents sees REB’s Grace Ormsby moderate an informative and educational discussion on property maintenance with a panel of experts. Join Thom Richards, co-founder of Managed App; Marc Chrisafulli, head of property management at LJ Hooker Ashfield; and Chris Gray, founder of Your Empire, as they discuss the importance of an effective and efficient approach to managing maintenance. In this episode, hear about: • How property managers and agencies can give extra value to their clients • Why property managers make great project managers • The preferred tradie versus trade marketplace debate Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you hav

This episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents sees REB’s Grace Ormsby moderate an informative and educational discussion on property maintenance with a panel of experts. Join Thom Richards, co-founder of Managed App; Marc Chrisafulli, head of property management at LJ Hooker Ashfield; and Chris Gray, founder of Your Empire, as they discuss the importance of an effective and efficient approach to managing maintenance. In this episode, hear about: • How property managers and agencies can better equip themselves to handle maintenance issues • Why property managers should always emphasise landlord education • The ways property managers can value-add to their service proposition Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about w

What’s Making Headlines is your source for all the very latest in Australian real estate news. Tune in every week to hear hosts Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos bring you the biggest stories over the past few days, covering everything you need to know about the buying, selling, owning and financing of real estate in Australia. In this episode, Tom is joined by the editor of The Adviser and Mortgage Business, Annie Kane, to shine a light on the current state of play in the mortgage broking industry, to discuss the implications of ACCC’s latest report into borrowing, and to reflect on the current state of Australia’s property market as we head into the festive season.

This episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents sees host Grace Ormsby joined by REB’s top 10 dealmaker, Mark Di Giulio. The director and auctioneer at Barry Plant Manningham shares some insight into how he and his team coped with Melbourne’s two lockdowns, explains why he loved the COVID-19 market, and divulges how he still managed to forge ahead with sales and capturing market share over a period that was tough for so many. In this episode, hear about: • How the director developed property “teaser strategies” • Why he added special conditions to lockdown contracts to boost buyer confidence • The ways buyer behaviours have changed in 2020 Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of in

What’s Making Headlines is your source for all the very latest in Australian real estate news. Tune in every week to hear hosts Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos bring you the biggest stories over the past few days, covering everything you need to know about the buying, selling, owning and financing of real estate in Australia. In this episode, Phil and Tom discuss “decision fatigue” and the benefits of a staple wardrobe, take a closer look at the current tension between Australia and China, and reflect on the dangers of underquoting in a rising market where a data deficit might be at play.

In this special episode of the Secrets of the Top 100 Agents podcast, Grace Ormsby is again joined by ListReady’s Queensland sales manager, Felicity Box. With ListReady on board as principal partner for this year’s Women in Real Estate Awards, Grace and Felicity reflect on the year that has been and the impact of COVID-19 on real estate. The duo also consider the contribution of women to the profession, look to the work that has been achieved in real estate over the past year, reflect on the calibre of finalists named in anticipation of the winners being crowned on 11 December, and discuss why it’s worth the entire industry getting involved in this year’s Women in Real Estate Awards. Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questio

What’s Making Headlines is your source for all the very latest in Australian real estate news. Tune in every week to hear hosts Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos bring you the biggest stories over the past few days, covering everything you need to know about the buying, selling, owning and financing of real estate in Australia. In this episode, Phil and Tom discuss who might be the winners and losers when a COVID-19 vaccine is rolled out, point out the irony that exists in the current property market, and reflect on the realism of “The Block”.

This episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents sees host Grace Ormsby joined by REB’s second-ranked dealmaker for 2020, Georgi Bates. In a candid conversation, the Northern Beaches-based agent shares some insight into why women thrive in real estate, gives tips for connecting and maintaining client relationships, reflects on how COVID-19 enabled her to reset some of her ways of working, and emphasises the importance of happiness in one’s career. In this episode, hear about: - How Georgi achieved a Top 100 Agents ranking, a Top 50 Women in Real Estate ranking and a Dealmaker ranking all in one year - The ways Georgi and her team went above and beyond during COVID-19 - Why community engagement is key to success Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

What’s Making Headlines is your source for all the very latest in Australian real estate news. Tune in every week to hear hosts Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos bring you the biggest stories over the past few days, covering everything you need to know about the buying, selling, owning and financing of real estate in Australia. In this episode, Phil and Tom discuss the stamp duty reforms announced in the state budget, query how South Australia’s increase in COVID cases will impact the property market, and shed light on the importance of the upcoming Women in Real Estate Awards.

This episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents sees host Grace Ormsby joined by one of REB’s top dealmakers for 2020, Michael Dowling. Coming in third in this year’s ranking, Michael shares some of the drivers behind his achievement of 105 sales over the 2020 financial year, divulges on how he and his team got through the COVID-19 downturn, and highlights his plans for the coming year. In this episode, hear about: - The strategies Michael immediately put in place to cope with COVID-19 -The team dynamic that the top-selling agent is able to draw upon -How the Sydney suburb of Ryde has weathered 2020 Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like

What’s Making Headlines is your source for all the very latest in Australian real estate news. Tune in every week to hear hosts Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos bring you the biggest stories over the past few days, covering everything you need to know about the buying, selling, owning and financing of real estate in Australia. In this episode, Phil and Tom flag the breaking news of NAB’s decision to divest from its broker aggregation businesses and sell off to Loan Market Group, consider the impact of the US election on Australian consumer confidence, discuss what the US-Australian relationship could look like under President-elect Biden, and look to some of the positive signs popping up in the Australian property market. Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and Li

This episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents sees host Grace Ormsby joined by REB’s Dealmakers 2020 top ranked agent, Fergus Torpy. With just seven years of industry experience, Fergus shares some insight into how he reached the number one spot, explains why he sees his lack of experience during ‘boom times’ as a positive, as well as gives listeners a glimpse into how he manages his time between his business partner, sales manager, and auctioneer duties. In this episode, hear about: - How Fergus handles a young team - The unique ways in which his team approaches the local property market, and - How his agency, Ray White Warrnambool, handled the COVID-19 crisis. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voic

What’s Making Headlines is your source for all the very latest in Australian real estate news. Tune in every week to hear hosts Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos bring you the biggest stories over the past few days, covering everything you need to know about the buying, selling, owning and financing of real estate in Australia. In this episode, Phil and Tom discuss the possible ramifications of the US election on Australian politics, query whether there will be a reverse trend of regional migration in years to come, look at why so many people want to “park” their money in Australian property, and reflect on some of the ways agents and brokers can harness current affairs to their advantage. Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions

It’s been a tough year for the real estate industry, but REB’s Dealmakers 2020 has uncovered the Australian agents who are pushing the industry to new heights. In this special episode, host Grace Ormsby is joined by Momentum Media’s deputy head of content, Emma Ryan, to break down this year’s top 50 rankings, discuss the latest industry insights from around the country, and show agents what it takes to be among the nation’s best. Tune in now to hear all of this and much, much more in this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents! Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend a voice to the show, email editor@realestatebusiness.com.au 

What’s Making Headlines is your source for all the very latest in Australian real estate news. Tune in every week to hear hosts Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos bring you the biggest stories over the past few days, covering everything you need to know about the buying, selling, owning and financing of real estate in Australia. In this episode, Phil and Tom discuss the emerging use of QR codes to capture data as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic with AgentBox’s David Bliss, consider the US election and how it could play out, take a look at the ways in which sentiment and attitudes shape consumer behaviour, and reflect on the current drivers of Australia’s property market. Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and following Real Estate Business on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you hea

Reaffirming its support for the industry, innovator ListReady will be returning as Principal Partner for the REB Awards in 2021 as we recognise the achievements of the talented individuals and businesses leading the way in real estate. In this special episode of the podcast, host Grace Ormsby is joined by ListReady’s national sales manager, Julian Antonescu, to talk about the importance of celebrating success in the industry after a tough 2020, what agents and industry professionals can expect from the 2021 event, and why it’s worth getting involved in this year’s awards — known as the benchmark for excellence in Australian real estate. Tune in now to hear all of this and much, much more in this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents! To learn more about ListReady, click here. Make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing to us now on Apple Podcasts. Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (Secrets of the Top 100 Agents) and by liking and followi