Generic and mass communications are not the way to foster good relationships with your clients.
Supporting seniors to make more informed decisions is undoubtedly the way forward.
To make a property stand out as the best available, it should be targeted to the right audience.
An emerging trend we have seen over the past several months is Sydney-based Chinese buyers.
Brisbane has just seen the highest number of luxury housing transactions observed over a 12 month period since the 2007 calendar year.
The recently introduced process relating to bonds claimed without the tenant’s consent will be rolled back following consultation with industry in South Australia.
I am one of a handful of people who have been proactive in lobbying for new legislation to protect property investors from vested interest groups for some years.
The biggest mistake some investors make is by doing renovations such as converting a third or fourth bedroom into an office with a built-in desk.
Although I do expect prices to rise over the next 12 months, I think 8-10% is more likely.
Land tax is a narrow based tax that only applies to property. It should be replaced by an increased GST.
A tightening in supply and increased demand creates a competitive market and this is an environment where we see more properties auctioned.
Show the local community that real estate agents are a very generous bunch and support the Red Shield Appeal.
For me, the problem happens when the reserve is not within the range that the property is advertised.
The policy has innovatively addressed an old problem: how do we accommodate a booming population without sacrificing Melbourne’s reputation as one of the world’s most liveable cities?
We’ve been working on a structured customer experience program, driven by technology that ensures we can meaningfully touch our customers at least a dozen times every year.