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Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos discuss the hard-hitting topics relevant to real estate that others might shy away from.

With the recent Optus hack and buyers' concerns about cyber threats, Tom and Phil talk about what buyers can do to protect themselves, diving into whether you should give your personal information when you go to an open house and what this data breach means for future customers.

The duo then talk about buyers' obsessions with property prices as if it were the stock market, reminding purchasers that there is no recommended retail price in real estate; if you are in it for the long haul, the purchase price becomes irrelevant. 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 (REB Podcast Network) 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 [email protected] for more insights.

In this exciting episode, the principal at LJ Hooker Bondi Junction | Bondi Beach sits down with Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles to talk about the benefits of being your girly, feminine, womanly self in a male-dominated industry.

The mother of two, with a corporate background to boot, discusses how she leads a team and juggles being a mother.

Highlighting the importance of self-confidence and surrounding oneself with encouraging individuals, she is a firm believer in the adage: "If you're the smartest person in the room, you are in the wrong room. In this episode, you will hear:

• How to start being selfish and saying "yes" to yourself

• The significance of having a sponsor to maintain motivation

• Why community work is so important

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 (REB Podcast Network) 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 [email protected] for more insights.

Nicola McDougall believes that every woman should take charge of their financial future, no matter what their age is.

The director of Bricks & Mortar Media and chair of the Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA) sits down with Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles to recount how she has constantly evolved from her starting role as a writer to become a major force in the property industry.

The co-author of The Female Investor: Creating Wealth, Security, and Freedom through Property also provides interesting insights about the financial odds stacked against women throughout different life stages and in different settings. She also shares her belief that "a man is not a plan" and shares why it's time to reframe the conversation around female financial independence. In this episode, you will hear:

• Why it's important for women to financially plan for their future

• How to provide gender-equal economic and financial opportunities in the workplace and in the business

• What are the ways women can achieve financial independence

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 (REB Podcast Network) 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 [email protected] for more insights.

On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Grace Ormsby is joined by auctioneer Clarence White to discuss the changes in the realm that have occurred during the past eight months and how best practice today differs from best practice during Sydney's peak auction cycle at the end of 2021.

Mr White analyses the current market cycle and what it's like on the ground during a slow start to spring selling season. He outlines how auctioneers assist buyers in overcoming their fear of the market and keeping them engaged in the sales process in a softening market, as well as the importance of competition. In this episode, you will also hear:

• High-performing auctioneer attributes

• The importance of separating emotion from strategic decisions

• Managing expectations and fears in any climate

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 (REB Podcast Network) 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 [email protected] for more insights.

Host Grace Ormsby is joined this week by Quentin Kilian, chief executive officer of the Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV), to discuss the underquoting taskforce recently announced by his state's government. Passionately questioning the "unjustified" need for such a pursuit, especially given the high cost it presents to taxpayers, Quentin criticises the Victorian government on several fronts, adding his analysis on the State Parliament's ongoing obsession with underquoting. In this episode, you will also hear:

• Why underquoting is so difficult to define

• The months ahead for the REIV

• What's missing from the current property market review

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 (REB Podcast Network) 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 [email protected] for more insights.

Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos discuss the hard-hitting topics relevant to real estate that others might shy away from. Will there soon be a property bloodbath? The duo sit down to answer the question on the minds of many. Unpacking exactly what a bloodbath is, Tom and Phil query why we should be concerned, if at all. They next focus on restrictions on serviceability, the trending decline in client engagement, and what this all entails for all sides of the property sector. 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 (REB Podcast Network) 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 [email protected] for more insights.

Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos discuss the hard-hitting topics relevant to real estate that others might shy away from.

Acknowledging R U OK? Day, the pair sit down to discuss various ways to manage mental health issues and provide helpful resources for those inside and outside the real estate industry.

They then turn their attention to Queensland, discussing the state's land tax plan and what it means for anyone who is investing within the state (and outside). 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 (REB Podcast Network) 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 [email protected] for more insights.

What makes a good leader? And how can we replicate it?

In this special episode of The WIRE, Grace Ormsby and Sadhana Smiles reflect on the lessons learnt from watching leaders at work.

As well as unpacking what makes a good leader — and the qualities that they possess — the pair share not only how leaders can be brought into a business, but also retained.

They consider how business owners can better achieve buy-in to their own visions while ensuring all voices in an operation are able to feel seen and heard.

Tom Panos and Phil Tarrant sit down this week to discuss the mainstream media's perception of the real estate market and the implications this has on the industry. The pair are also joined by special guest Adrian Bouris from Yellow Brick Road, who pops by to provide his market predictions before touching on how current market conditions are impacting the mortgage broking industry, if at all. They provide practical analysis of national house prices and assess the difference between real estate investors versus stock market investors. Tom then shares a few key lessons on purchasing property — including which dwelling types are worth a look, before offering his insight on when the safest time to buy is. 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 (REB Podcast Network) 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 [email protected] for more insights.

On his first day back in the top role, the Harcourts managing director took some time out to chat with Secrets of the Top 100 Agents' Grace Ormsby about his decision to return to full-time work. Mike reveals the rationale behind his initial decision to semi-retire, lends his thoughts on work/life balance and career breaks, and acknowledges the importance of waking up with purpose and passion every single day. He also shares the industry-first approach he'll be taking into his new term as managing director and explains why fragmented leadership makes the real estate industry vulnerable. In this episode, you will also hear:

• Why public quarrelling between industry bodies helps no one
• What makes a good leader; no matter their audience size
• How data holds the key to the industry's future

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 (REB Podcast Network) 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 [email protected] for more insights.