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How to sell a family member’s home, Navigating PM nightmares, Why Aussies’ dreams are on hold, +news and more
also…. The US village you can buy, Landlords not to blame for rental crisis, and Meghan Trainor’s new mansion

Good Morning from Elite Agent
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Today, we are also covering:
Tips on selling a family member’s home
Navigating PM nightmares
Why Aussies’ dreams are on hold
The US village you can buy
And much more!
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TRACK AND TRACE
Take every opportunity to learn from your experiences, both good and bad. Test different tactics and trace what works to replicate success and stay in a positive headspace.
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On our radar
End of an era
When the auctioneer’s hammer fell at $1.8 million on 11 Gregory Cres, Beverly Hills, the sale represented a lot more than just another deal done. For selling agent, Alyssa Earley and her Grandmother, Josephine Camilleri, it represented the end of the family’s six decade connection at the property. It also stands as the sale Alyssa is most proud of in her 17-year real estate career, one which required a never ending work ethic and the ability to remain focused on the job at hand. More here.
REBarCamp
Time is running out to snare your ticket to REBarCamp, the real estate industry’s official ‘unconference’, which is on this Friday, May 24, at the Pineapple Hotel in Kangaroo Point. A unique event, REBarCamp will see some of real estate’s brightest minds come together to create a participant-led agenda where real, honest conversations will take a deep dive into the issues that matter to you. For more information and for tickets, click here.
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AI is an accelerant, not a replacement
There’s a lot of talk out there about AI replacing humans, but what if we told you AI in real estate isn’t a replacement but an accelerant. It’s a tool you can use to work more efficiently, boost your productivity and save yourself some time on the mundane tasks, so you can reallocate it to where it’s needed most - building relationships with clients. We’ve also got the perfect way to teach you all the AI ins and outs, with AI Powered Agents - Self Paced. The course has all of the updated content from the traditional six-week course, only you can do it in your own time at your own pace. Find out more and register here.
Today’s Feature
Ask Jo: Navigating property management nightmares – who to call when uncertainty strikes
In the property management world, unexpected challenges are par for the course and you might often find yourself wondering ‘Who can I call about this?’ Property management guru Jo-Anne Oliveri says it can be tempting to reach out to social media, but she warns that while it might offer quick advice, it’s rarely tailored to your specific needs and regulations. In today’s feature, Jo-Anne reveals what you should do next time something goes astray. More here.
Today’s Quiz
Can you spot the real deal in this pantry or will AI leave you butlerly confused?
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Which is the AI?Click or tap on the answer you think is correct, (and like magic the correct answer will be revealed!) |
Brekky Browse
Aussie dreams on hold |
Time to wean off stamp duty |
Landlords and interest rates aren’t to blame |
What you can learn from AI |
Meghan Trainor makes you look |
Meanwhile in the US 🇺🇸
Why stop at buying one home?
In a rare opportunity, buyers can now add an entire town to their property portfolio with the listing of 431 Jeb Stuart Road in Campo, California. The $US6.6 million village includes 28 buildings with 36 units, offering potential income streams from converting vacant spaces into gyms, laundromats, and daycare centres. Agents Nick Hernandez and Joseph Barela of Top Gun CRE highlight the town's vast potential for transformation and growth, marketing it towards investors with vision. More here.
Anything else?
It looks like fairy floss but you can’t eat it
Astronomers have discovered WASP-193b, a massive exoplanet larger than Jupiter but with a remarkably low density, described as "super fluffy." Located 1200 light-years away, this hydrogen-and-helium-rich planet defies conventional planetary formation theories, making it a rare and valuable subject for further study. The findings, published in Nature Astronomy, highlight its unique characteristics and potential to deepen our understanding of planetary evolution. More here.

Dates for your diary
Find Elite Agent Editor Samantha McLean speaking about real estate and AI at these upcoming events:
May 27 AREC, Gold Coast, Qld
June 3 Harcourts PM Conference, Gold Coast, Qld
July 12 AI Powered Agents Subscriber Masterclass (Virtual)
July 19 Leah Calnan National PM Day, Melbourne, Vic
July 30-Aug 1 Proptech Summit + Workshop, Sydney
August 11-14 Elite Retreat, Hayman Island, Qld
August 25 PPM Conference, Gold Coast, Qld
Wishing you a productive day
Elite Agent are Samantha McLean, Mark Edwards, Kylie Dulhunty and Rowan Crosby. We aim to uplift the real estate industry by delivering forward-thinking, hype-free news and education that fosters knowledge and fuels ambition.
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