Social engineering fraud has increased in frequency and severity in recent years. Fraudsters have become especially sophisticated when targeting unsuspecting victims and the financial consequences of these crimes can be devastating.
25/02/2021
Yes, you have professional indemnity insurance. After all, it’s mandatory for real estate agencies in New South Wales to have appropriate cover.
28/01/2021
Whether rain, hail or shine (or even a pandemic), your professional indemnity insurance renewal comes around each year like clockwork.
13/01/2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on all facets of our lives – not just on a personal level, but also professionally. Here are some practical steps you can take to mitigate the risk of a potential Coronavirus-related claim.
21/10/2020
Professional negligence claims against property managers for rent default and debt recovery are becoming more common. Here are some examples of real-life claims.
23/09/2020
Professional negligence claims against property managers are on the rise. Allegations can sometimes verge on the bizarre, which underlines the reality that landlords and tenants alike are looking for someone to blame when problems arise.
21/08/2020
Customer information about the transfer of Realcover Insurances Pty Ltd to QBE
29/05/2020
Industry Reforms, it’s a term that’s been thrown about for years – now it's time to understand what they really mean
25/03/2020
In a major development for the Strata industry, the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) has recently held that Biowood cladding installed externally on a Sydney building is combustible and must be removed as it is a major defect.
16/01/2020
Property managers have a hard gig, to say the least. The sheer scale of their responsibilities is staggering and professional negligence claims are, unfortunately, not unusual.
14/01/2020
Smoke alarm maintenance is about protecting your client’s investments, the lives of your tenants, and your agency.
19/12/2019
Vendor identity fraud is more common than it should be, yet many agents still have not implemented prevention procedures to protect themselves.
11/12/2019
22/10/2019
Fraud is one of the fastest growing crimes in Australia and costs the economy in excess of one billion dollars every year.
03/10/2019
RealtyProtect landlord insurance provides investment security and protects landlords in the event of unexpected loss
30/08/2019
MEDIA RELEASE: The REINSW Vacancy Rate Survey results for March 2021 show that vacancies in Sydney are once again on the rise.
20/04/2021
International Women’s Day celebrates the tremendous efforts by female leaders around the world in shaping a more equal future.
19/04/2021
Driven by her passion for the industry and dedication to nurturing lifelong client relationships, Maria Eveleigh has thrived as a property manager and built a rewarding career based on service excellence.
15/04/2021
A red-hot market may appear to be a real estate agent’s dream, but most are still working harder than ever in the pandemic property boom.
14/04/2021
Entered into by The Law Society of New South Wales and the Real Estate Institute of New South Wales on behalf of their members.
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MEDIA RELEASE: As we await the economic fallout of the end of JobKeeper, the Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW) has devised a way for retail businesses to save thousands of dollars at a time when they need all the help they can get.
01/04/2021
MEDIA RELEASE: Throughout the pandemic, landlords have provided support for tenants unable to pay rent and now, despite the NSW Government again claiming it is supporting tenants and landlords, the COVID Recovery Bill leaves both hanging out to dry.
30/03/2021
This year, we’re putting wellness in the spotlight. Robyn Gleeson explains why every agency should adopt an attitude of wellness and implement strategies to care for their team. Why? Because the benefits are endless!
25/03/2021
While many residential sales agents are reaping the rewards of a post-pandemic real estate boom, property managers are still reeling from a 12-month rollercoaster of anxious landlords, tense tenants and lost listings.
24/03/2021
Property managers who fail to supply tenants with a building’s strata by-laws, are risking a hefty fine – even if they are not at fault for the breach.
23/03/2021
MEDIA RELEASE: The Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW) has urged the NSW Lower House to follow the lead of the Upper House and pass the Property Services Council Bill to help prevent real estate-related disputes and deliver better consumer outcomes
19/03/2021
The team at SJ Shooter Real Estate in Dubbo have taken their vibrant independent agencies from a small bedroom office to being a leading regional agency in just five years.
18/03/2021
In a sellers’ market it is not uncommon to see an increase in homes selling prior to auction day. But due to such high demand in some markets, auction campaigns are being fast-tracked.
16/03/2021
MEDIA RELEASE: The REINSW Vacancy Rate Survey results for February 2021 show that the residential rental market across New South Wales remains unpredictable.
15/03/2021
It was great to be back this week with REINSW’s first live event for 2021 - the 14th Women in Real Estate Conference (WIRE) which took place at Doltone House to coincide with International Women’s Day celebrations.
12/03/2021