Running a growing business for three decades is no mean feat, especially in an industry that has seen as much change as real estate.

The founder and CEO of Melbourne Real Estate (MRE), Pete Hooymans, sits down with Grace Ormsby on this episode of Secrets of the Top 100 Agents, to reflect on 30 years in business and the importance of “giving a shit”.

Pete highlights the value of not only writing down his goals, but crafting BHAGs (big, hairy, audacious goals), and ensuring his business is operating in the now – rather than thinking in the past or the future.

In this episode, you will also hear:

• How the veteran has built out a strong culture.
• Why Pete is an avid adopter of technology.
• How MRE is combatting industry-wide PM woes in a unique way.

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Could scrapping the principal role be the breath of fresh air Australian real estate needs?

In this episode of the REB Business Empowerment Showcase, host Grace Ormsby is joined by James Kirkland and Chris Albrecht of Little Real Estate, who share why this not-so-little network has big plans for the future.

James explains how the brand overturned the traditional franchise structure by placing property management at the centre of operations, creating a unique – and lucrative – synergy between the sales and property management teams.

Tune in to discover:

• How maximising your landlord base can supercharge GCI.
• Why a recruitment “dating period” is key to long-term trust.
• Whether plugging into AI can reap rewards.

Learn more about Little Real Estate here.

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In today's podcast:

• The Block 2025 secures 5 Prime Land Lots;
• The Perth suburbs that saw more than 35 per cent growth last financial year; and
• Is Spring coming early for auctions?

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