Welcome to the REB Podcast Network! Our hosts are regularly joined by some of the biggest names in Australia’s real estate and property circles, covering off all the latest news, trends, insights and education. With REB widely regarded as the leading real estate content brand in Australia, we provide unparalleled access to the industry’s rising stars and the most revered professionals, the newest tech, as well as cutting-edge developments in the business world.
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Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: 10 Melbourne suburbs have been named for high-density development; Intercity migration has cooled to pre-pandemic levels; and Australian auction volumes are on the up. Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to P…
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Class actions, critical reports, and the potential death of remote work?
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The REB team is on hand to unpack the latest breaking news for the real estate sector. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, Grace Ormsby is joined by Juliet Helmke, Orana Durney-Benson and Sebastian Holloman to break down the stories that piqued REB’s interest across August. From class actions to work-from-office directives, the team t…
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REB Business Empowerment Showcase: The ‘profit centre’ point of difference
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In this episode of the REB Business Empowerment Showcase, host Grace Ormsby is joined by LJ Hooker’s NSW strategic growth manager, Luke Whitelum, to unpack the marketing and brand awareness that underpin a household name nearing 100 years in business. Luke shares some of the behind-the-scenes workings of their “always on” marketing strategy and app…
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Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: How is financial regulation impacting first home buyers?; The latest in NSW’s mission to reform the strata sector; and Auction volumes warm up in anticipation of Spring. Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to…
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Reporting from the regions: The integral piece of Australia’s housing puzzle
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The pandemic may have kicked off the wave of city dwellers embracing regional life, but the latest figures show that the trend is here to stay – so long as investment in housing can keep pace. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, REB’s Juliet Helmke is joined by Liz Ritchie, CEO of the Regional Australia Institute (RAI), to break down …
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Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: One in five Australians have lived with an ex to save money on housing; Perth Unit Prices hit decade-high; and auction volumes get ready for Spring. Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all…
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‘Where the rubber hits the road’: Shining the spotlight on start-up agencies
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With the hold on interest rates providing much-needed stability for the property market, start-up agencies are increasingly choosing to embrace new methods of doing business. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Grace Ormsby speaks with special guest Phil Tarrant about the current state of the real estate market, and how REB’s new…
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Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Real Estate Institute of Australia CEO to take on a new challenge; Auction Volumes take a dip; and Is the great Australian dream over? 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…
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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 cr…
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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…
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The benefits of BHAGs (big, hairy, audacious goals)
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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”…
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REB Business Empowerment Showcase: Shaking up real estate tradition
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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 …
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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 …
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Anti-money laundering legislation – blessing or burden?
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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 i…
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Will Australia’s $10.8tn residential market continue its climb?
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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 refl…
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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 pl…
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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 majo…
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Does the pinnacle of sales need a shake-up?
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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 be…
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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 pod…
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17 offices and counting: Unpacking a successful expansion strategy
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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 strat…
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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 …
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How to grow good leaders (and reduce the need for external hires)
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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 specia…
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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 PropertyBu…
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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. …
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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 Pro…
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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…
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Proptech Pulse: Meeting consumer needs as the market changes
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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, gene…
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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.…
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Achieving ambitious growth without compromising on culture
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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 it…
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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 platform…
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‘If you look after people, they look after you’: Prioritising the human element
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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 imp…
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Unpacking REB’s Top 100 Agents 2024
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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, an…
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Proptech Pulse: Looking beyond your niche
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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 s…
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Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Dutton Strikes Back Against Labor's Housing Plan; Home Sales lift as Regulation Deadline Looms; and auctions drop as autumn’s end draws near. 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 …
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What new anti-money laundering laws mean for real estate
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Reforms are coming, and real estate must be ready to adapt. On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Grace Ormsby speaks with AML consultant and financial crime expert, Luke Raven, to unpack the changes that are coming for the real estate industry as part of the “Tranche 2” reforms set to crack down on money laundering. Luke lays out …
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Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Counting the cost of early super access to finance home deposits; 15 suburbs that could be very attractive to first home buyers; and What to expect from this week in auctions. Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune…
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Selling off-the-plan developments requires a unique skill set that only a select few agents have. In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Juliet Helmke speaks with Andrew Ligdopoulos, managing director of LJ Hooker Project Marketing ACT, about the lessons he has learnt over his 30-year real estate career. Since first starting out, An…
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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 Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on al…
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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 as…
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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 …
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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 jo…
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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 li…
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Redefining how people interact with property
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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 …
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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.…
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Has the rental crisis hit a critical turning point?
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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 rea…
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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…
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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…
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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 p…
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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 factor…
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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.…
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