Spring finishes strong
The last weekend of spring ended on a high with Ray White recording one of its highest Saturday auction volume levels of 2023.
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Embracing a holistic approach to recruitment and retention: beyond commissions
Recruitment and retention have always posed challenges for businesses, particularly when it comes to hiring experienced salespeople. Often, companies resort to offering increasingly high commission splits as incentives.
Leading ladies gather in Sydney to celebrate success, leadership, and the year that was
On Tuesday night, over 120 property industry professionals headed to Beta Bar in Sydney’s CBD for the annual Canapes and Conversations networking event hosted by the Leading Ladies of Real Estate initiative.
Pioneering profitability and financial insights
In an era where financial management plays a critical role in any business's success, Ray White has made a significant investment in its Network Finance team for more than a decade.
Indi Cleary kicking goals in Penrith
Indi Cleary is on a mission to be the best real estate agent in Sydney’s west.
Ray White goes for sold
It was another bumper weekend for Ray White auctions, with the group scheduling 465 properties to go under the hammer today and seven out of 10 houses selling under the golden hammer.
Ray White stands together
EVERYONE who works for the White family feels part of the family, and the group’s values were on show this week at the annual franchisor conference, Crows Nest.
Rate rise didn’t dampen auction activity
It was a mega weekend for Ray White auctions, with the group scheduling 463 properties to go under the hammer today, up 19.44 per cent on last week.
The importance of retaining top talent in business
As business owners, we often focus our time and effort on recruiting new talent, and rightly so.
Property industry heavyweights host first Canapes and Conversation event in Auckland
Leading Ladies of Real Estate gather at the first Canapes and Conversations event in Auckland
Buy With Your Head, Not Your Heart: What To Consider When Investing In Property
f you’re a first-time investor or it’s been a long time since you last bought property, the property hunt can be a daunting prospect. Like any other major purchase, solid preparation helps to ensure a smoother journey. “Think of it like travelling to a foreign place – most of us … Read more
The Biggest Interior Design Trends For 2023
Bright colours and patterns are in, stark whites are out. Home offices are gradually being taken over by more integrated spaces and curves are back in a big way. The design trends of 2023 are here and they are making a departure from some of the popular looks of last … Read more
The Big Banks Are Now Predicting Cuts (as early as this year)
Australians who’ve put up with successive interest rate rises from the Reserve Bank (RBA) would understandably be excited at the prospect of rates going down. After all, a borrower with the Australian average loan size of about $600,000 now pays $1155 more on their mortgage each month than they did … Read more
What You Need To Know If Your Fixed Rate Expires Soon
If you’re among the borrowers who locked in a fixed-rate loan when rates were at record lows, then you’re in a more fortunate position than most other home owners with a mortgage. Those who opted for a variable rate loan have seen their repayments climb over the past year, with … Read more
The Best Ways To Makeover Your Bedroom With $5000 (Or Less)
Of all the rooms in a home, the bedroom is the one where a modest amount of cash can make the biggest impact when it comes to renovating or remodelling. We asked two designers for their expert tips on how to beautify your boudoir for $5000 or less. Create a … Read more
The RBA’s Latest Forecast For Interest Rates, Inflation & Wages
Home owners and buyers agonising over how much interest rates could increase over the coming months have been given a glimpse into the Reserve Bank’s thinking with the release of its quarterly economic update. The RBA’s February Statement on Monetary Policy outlined the bank’s assessment of the economy and what Australians can … Read more
RBA Hikes Again, But Experts Say Rates Could Stablise Soon
After one welcome month’s holiday from interest rate rises, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has voted to lift the cash rate for the ninth time in the recent round of hikes, to push it 25 points higher to 3.35 per cent. It’s still unlikely to be the last hike of 2023, … Read more
What Will Happen To Interest Rates in 2023 – Experts Reveal Their Predictions
Mortgage-holders and home buyers can expect more interest rate rises in the first quarter of this year, but the good news is that most economists now predict the official interest rate will start coming down by late 2023 or early 2024. The Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) cash rate could … Read more
Is There A Best Time To Refinance?
The number of borrowers switching lenders hit an all-time high in August last year, with the Australian Bureau of Statistics reporting home loans valued at $18.88 billion were refinanced, up 5.3 per cent on July. While rising interest rates are recognised as a key driver, borrowers also look to refinance … Read more
NSW First Home Buyers Land Tax Scheme
The government’s controversial program, which allows first homebuyers to choose between paying stamp duty or an annual land tax on properties up to $1.5 million, came into affect on Monday 16th January 2023. The legislation passed parliament last year and also applies to those who entered the market from November … Read more
