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Proposed changes to the PSBA Act (30 Jul 2008)
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The OFT is running a two month public consultation as part of the review of the Property, Stock and Business Agents Act 2002 and is inviting all real estate agents and salespeople to have their say.
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Are your CPD and registration up to date? (30 Jul 2008)
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Agents are being warned to check they have completed all 12 CPD points and have an up to date certificate or licence, following a crackdown by OFT. The industry is on notice: make sure your CPD and registration is up to date.
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2008 CPI increases for OFT fees (03 Jul 2008)
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The Office of Fair Trading has advised that from 1 July 2008, most of the fees for OFT services will be increased to reflect the rise in the Consumer Price Index.
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Trust account audits (02 Jul 2008)
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It's that time of year again when you need to start preparing for your annual trust account audit. Here are some tips for getting ready - and what could happen if you fail to meet this legal requirement.
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IPART submission (30 Jun 2008)
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The review of the state's tax regime must going further and provide real relief to property owners and investors if NSW wants to continue to attract jobs and investment, according to the Real Estate Institute of New South Wales.
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New name - same products and great prices! (26 Jun 2008)
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Going, going, gone! We've changed our name, but the products and the great prices remain! REINSW Sales & Supply has changed its name to REINSW Store.
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Major impediments to housing affordability (17 Jun 2008)
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"The Senate Committee on Housing Affordability has produced a well-argued report on many of the issues driving housing affordability problems in Australia," said REIA President Noel Dyett.
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OFT underquoting investigation (03 Jun 2008)
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Due to recent publicity, members would be more than aware that the Office of Fair Trading has alleged that a number of agents have been involved in underquoting.
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REINSW and Aon have you covered (02 Jun 2008)
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Provide better service for your clients - and make money too - by becoming a distributor for Aon insurance products.
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Affordability up in NSW (29 May 2008)
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New South Wales was one of only two states and territories to record an improvement in home loan affordability for the March quarter of 2008 according to the Deposit Power/REIA Housing Affordability Report for the March quarter of 2008.
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REINSW PropertyFocus figures released (26 May 2008)
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REINSW has released its latest property figures in its quarterly PropertyFocus publication.
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Real estate leaders honoured by REIA (04 Apr 2008)
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Outstanding customer service, contributions to the real estate profession, innovation and community service were amongst the criteria for success in the Real Estate Institute of Australia's 3rd National Awards for Excellence announced in Melbourne on Thursday, 3 April.
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Essentials of real estate explained at Property Expo (28 Mar 2008)
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Whether you are purchasing property for the first time, thinking of buying a new home or want to invest in property, you need to do your homework! At the 2008 Property Expo, REINSW CEO Tim McKibbin explained the essentials of real estate.
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REIA predicts investor return (17 Mar 2008)
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The Mortgage Choice/REIA Real Estate Market Facts report shows that the Australian weighted average median house price moved beyond $450,000 in the December 2007 quarter.
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Federal Government addresses housing affordability (04 Mar 2008)
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The Federal Government has announced plans to formally establish a significantly expanded National Rental Affordability Scheme.
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Formation of Young Agents Chapter (04 Mar 2008)
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Plans are now well underway for the formation of an REINSW Young Agents Chapter, which will give a voice to newcomers to the profession, and provide opportunities for networking and fun.
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Residential Conveyancing Protocol (25 Oct 2006)
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The Real Estate Institute of NSW and the Law Society New South Wales have joined together to launch a new compliance guide on conveyancing.
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