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In the ever-evolving world of real estate, staying ahead of the curve is essential for success.

According to Adrian Bo, automated price updates can indeed be a key strategy in your prospecting plan. However, he cautions that this strategy comes with a crucial caveat: it must be followed by a meaningful conversation or meeting.

National

The Economy

John McGrath – Working with agents & what to ask before making an offer

According to John McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of McGrath Estate Agents, good agents understand they need to build relationships with buyers in order to bring the deal together.

New South Wales (NSW)Sydney

People

Marquee Mosman market specialist Claudia Portale joins The Agency

The Agency has added depth to its Sydney lower north shore team with the appointment of highly regarded Mosman real estate professional Claudia Portale.

National

The Economy

REIA HAR shows sustained decrease in affordability to buy and rent

Housing affordability has declined over the June quarter 2023, with the proportion of income required to meet the average loan repayment increasing to 45.9% the latest Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) Housing Affordability Report (HAR) has found.

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Politics

Changes to penalties and union rights...a risk to the residential building industry? - HIA

“The Closing Loopholes Bill, introduced into Federal Parliament on Monday risks acting as a disincentive to run a business particularly a small business in the residential building industry,” said Jocelyn Martin, HIA Managing Director.

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

Featured Property

Classic Clayfield Queenslander for sale - Place

124 Alexandra Road Clayfield for sale by Patrick McKinnon and Jill Wright-Wotton of Place Ascot is loaded with lifestyle advantages.

Queensland (Qld)Gold Coast

Featured Property

Palatial Paradise Waters riverfront for sale - Ray White

97 Commodore Drive Paradise Waters for sale by Robbie Graham of Ray White Surfers Paradise redefines the concept of relaxed waterfront living.

National

The Economy

The value of Australia’s housing market just hit $10 trillion again. How is this possible?

According to Eliza Owen, Head of Research, CoreLogic Australia, the combined value of Australian housing rebounded to $10 trillion at the end of August, the first time the total estimated value hit double digits since June 2022.

Queensland (Qld)

The Economy

Queensland property continues to shine on - REIQ

Queensland property keeps proving itself to be a shining performer, according to quarterly median sales results released by the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ).

Queensland (Qld)Brisbane

Featured Property

Iconic Donovan Hill renovated 1920s New Farm Queenslander for sale - Place

MM House 180 Heal Street New Farm for sale by Heath Williams of Place New Farm delivers a harmonious blend of heritage and modernity.

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https://www.theaseandeveloper.com/news/2019/09/26/forget-liveable-cities-loveable-city-becoming-new-urban-design-mantra/1569462028

Forget liveable cities - loveable city is becoming the new urban design mantra

Based on more than 80 key indicators, the design practice now uses seven elements to build an accurate picture of lovability.

The ASEAN Developer

https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/news/2019/09/24/sebel-melbourne-moonee-ponds-set-open-november-2019/1569290590

The Sebel Melbourne Moonee Ponds set to open November 2019

Accor, together with owners JMS Hospitality and Management, have announced that The Sebel Melbourne Moonee Ponds will open in the Mason Square precinct on 1 November 2019.

The Hotel Conversation

https://www.commo.com.au/news/2019/09/24/double-win-allard-shelton-reiv-awards/1569287220

Double win for Allard Shelton at REIV Awards

Melbourne agency Allard Shelton was recognised for two of its campaigns at the REIV Commercial and Industrial Awards held recently.

COMMO

https://www.thebusinessconversation.com.au/2019/09/24/aussie-employees-are-staying-put-amid-economic-uncertainty/1569304999

Aussie employees are staying put amid economic uncertainty

Global research and advisory company, Gartner vice president, Aaron McEwan, says the next three months will be critical for organisations to secure the trust and commitment of their top talent.

The Business Conversation

https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/properties/2019/09/23/savills-hotels-brokers-leon-alaban-and-christian-tsalikis-announce-sale-base

Savills Hotels brokers Leon Alaban and Christian Tsalikis announce the sale of Base Backpackers, Magnetic Island

Savills Hotels brokers Leon Alaban and Christian Tsalikis have announced the freehold investment sale of Base Backpackers, Magnetic Island in North Queensland.

The Hotel Conversation

https://www.theaseandeveloper.com/news/2019/09/23/primewest-pushes-head-centrepoint-expansion-bunbury-wa/1569192157

Primewest pushes head with Centrepoint expansion in Bunbury WA

National property fund manager Primewest will commence first stage expansion of the Centrepoint Shopping Centre early next year.

The ASEAN Developer

https://www.mingalarrealestateconversation.com/news/2019/09/17/laying-wager-gambling-law-opportunities-gaming-industry/1568672820

Laying the wager on the gambling law: Opportunities in gaming industry

“The entry of more modern hotels will exert further downward pressure on daily rates for older upscale developments," says Colliers International.

Mingalar Real Estate Conversation

https://www.thehotelconversation.com.au/2019/09/19/schwartz-family-company-signs-all-hotels-accommodation-association/1568850231

Schwartz Family Company signs all hotels to the Accommodation Association

The Schwartz Family Company has signed its extensive portfolio of hotels to the Accommodation Association of Australia (AAoA).