REB Podcast Network

REB Podcast Network

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.

Episodes

May 8, 2025 34 mins

In this episode, REB editor Liam Garman is joined by Tim McKibbin, CEO of the Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW), to explore one of the most pressing issues in the industry – the exceptionally high churn rate among new agents – and the steps needed to create a more sustainable, educated workforce.

The conversation kicks off with a sobering statistic: nearly 80 per cent of new real estate professionals exit the industry within t...

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In this episode of the Secrets of the Top 100 Agents podcast, Liam Garman sits down with Goldfields managing director Marco Gattino to dive into the evolving build-to-rent (BTR) sector, the complexities of Australia's housing supply shortage, and what lies ahead for Sydney's luxury property market.

They begin by examining how BTR could be a game changer in addressing the housing affordability crisis – provided key factors like land...

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In this episode, REB editor Liam Garman sits down with Metricon CEO, Brad Duggan, to discuss what’s holding back housing supply in Australia, the trades shortage, and his optimism for the future of Australia’s property market.

They begin the podcast looking into the planning process and the opportunity to access land to unlock more housing stock, before unpacking the much discussed skills shortage.

Brad and Liam then look ahead and...

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In this unmissable episode of the Secrets of the Top 100 Agents podcast, host Liam Garman sits down with Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW) CEO, Tim McKibbin, to see what’s in store for Australia’s housing market amid global economic volatility – and how property will remain a store of value for many Australians.

The pair discuss the global economy, interest rate cuts, and how property remains a stable long-term investment when ...

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In this episode of the REB Business Empowerment Showcase, LJ Hooker's head of commercial Tom Donnelly, and head of research, Mathew Tiller, join host Liam Garman to explore why an increasing number of real estate principals and agents are shifting into the commercial property space – and how it can serve as a rewarding, long-term business path.

They begin by breaking down the key differences between residential and commercial real ...

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On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, REB journalist Emilie Lauer sits down with Natalie Hortz and Bridgette Collis to explore how women are overcoming structural barriers in the traditionally male-dominated field of real estate – and how they can continue to empower one another to rise to the top.

Natalie shares how she has seen women step into roles once dominated by men, including sales and business leadership, while...

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In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, founder and director of A-Class Estate Agents, Amir Jahan, joins Liam Garman to discuss his pathway to Instagram fame – and how he’s harnessed social media to cut through the clutter, drive his listings, and deliver results for his vendors.

Amir talks about his life journey, including tackling homelessness as a teenager, and how he built his real estate business.

The pair then discu...

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In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, Thom Richards, managing director and head of product at Cohabit Technologies, joins host Liam Garman to discuss strata management and the need for greater transparency for all stakeholders.

Formerly the head of product at Managed, Thom shares his steps to providing a verified source of truth for building data across the nation.

He then unpacks Cohabit’s health score, evaluating bui...

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In the latest episode of the REB Business Empowerment Showcase, Liam Garman sits with Paul Findlay, director of real estate Australia at Cloudstaff, to discuss key challenges and innovative solutions in the real estate industry - and how business can utilise outsourcing to scale operations.
Paul discusses his transition from real estate agent to Cloudstaff, addressing the 4,000 vacant property ...
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How have economic indicators, local and global events, and supply and demand shaped the first half of the 2025 Australian property market?

In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Emilie Lauer sits down with Dr Diaswati Mardiasmo, chief economist at PRD, to unpack the network’s latest Australian Economic and Property Update report for the first half of 2025.

Key topics include the resilient but cautious economic clima...

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Queensland agent Anna Dunne knows all too well that time management and personal accountability form the backbone of sales success.

On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Liam Garman sits down with Place Bulimba lead agent Anna Dunne to discuss her career shift from hairdresser to real estate agent, and the mindset and techniques that have fuelled her sales success.

Having worked as a hairdresser and hair care produ...

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Software expert Rohith George shares why embracing innovative financial management solutions is key to preventing trust abuse and enhancing operational efficiency.

In this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Liam Garman is joined by Rohith George, chief operating officer at Managed, to discuss how agencies can mitigate the risks associated with trust account mismanagement and modernise their approach to financial transac...

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In this episode of the Secrets of the Top 100 Agents podcast, top agent turned coach and auctioneer Adrian Bo sits down with REB editor Liam Garman to unpack what makes a top performing agent, including how he nurtures the skills necessary for success.

Adrian begins the podcast discussing the “20 per cent club”: how the top 20 per cent of agents make 80 per cent of the income. He then unpacks their common skills, and challenges co...

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In this episode of the Secrets of the Top 100 Agents podcast, speaker, trainer and coach Josh Phegan sits down with REB editor Liam Garman to unpack how agents can strive for excellence and what they should expect from the property market over the next 12 months.

The pair begin the podcast discussing what’s in store for the property market over 2025, including the impact of the upcoming “property election” and potential rate change...

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Agents who prioritise a knowledge-based approach are best prepared to navigate the evolving real estate sector.

On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Liam Garman is joined by the CEO of Laing+Simmons and president of the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA), Leanne Pilkington, to discuss how agents can set themselves up for success in the ever-changing real estate sector.

The duo unpack the potential legislat...

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In this episode of the Secrets of the top 100 Agents, REB editor Liam Garman unveils REB’s new Stellar Agencies 2025 ranking, recognising the nation’s top 10  independent property management start-ups.
 
Liam is joined by director of Agile Market Intelligence, Michael Johnson, to discuss the key metrics used to assess the nation’s top performing property management start-ups, including the number of prope...

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In this crossover episode with The ifa Show, hosts Maja Garaca Djurdjevic and Keith Ford are joined by shadow financial services minister Luke Howarth to discuss the Coalition’s goals for financial advice and the economy.

  • They begin the podcast discussing the Coalition’s stance on implementing the Quality of Advice Review (QAR) recommendations.
  • The podcast then turns to analysing the Australian economy following high inflation...
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December 18, 2024 40 mins

Parliamentary wrangling, rental reforms, industry news and agency moves – here’s what dominated real estate headlines in 2024.

On this episode of Secrets of the top 100 Agents, REB editor Juliet Helmke is joined by journalists Sebastian Holloman and Liv Adams to discuss the year in review.

The trio rehash the government policies that struggled to make their way through Parliament this year, and set the scene for their future in 20...

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December 12, 2024 35 mins

Whether a business leader or industry professional, everyone can benefit from taking stock of what they’ve achieved in 2024 and use it proactively to set goals for 2025.

On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, host Juliet Helmke speaks with Jacqui Barnes, Laing+Simmons head of people and growth, about how she helps the network’s businesses and professionals strategise for the year ahead.

Jacqui delves into some of the fac...

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December 5, 2024 26 mins

In a nation that has embraced auctions, the reputation of this sales strategy is mixed. But according to one auctioneer, the experience can always be positive if the professionals involved communicate right.

On this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, Aaron Davis, Harcourts’ new head of auctions Australia, talks with REB’s Juliet Helmke to discuss making the jump over the Tasman from the New Zealand market into Australia, an...

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