In this episode of the REB podcast, host Alex Whitlock sits down with Nick Boyd, CEO of Belle Property and Hockingstuart, to discuss the future of sales and property management – from maximising the human connection to building brand loyalty.

The conversation explores Nick’s philosophy on coaching and mentorship, which he sees as critical to performance and career longevity, and how this focus has supported the network’s growth from 40 offices to over 200 nationwide.

The discussion turns to the rise of technology and AI, with Nick emphasising that while AI can enhance consumer-to-brand interactions, the human relationship remains the foundation of trust and success in real estate.

The pair then unpack the dynamics of today’s market, noting the balance across most regions while highlighting opportunities in Queensland and Perth, and the role of skilled agents in delivering outcomes for clients.

Finally, Nick outlines his vision for the future – a profession gaining gravitas, built on trust, performance, and the enduring value of relationships.

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In this episode of the REB podcast, host Liam Garman speaks with DiJones CEO Dean Mackie and Brent May, chief operating officer, about how the company is transforming real estate through technology, culture, and innovation.

Dean and Brent share how DiJones is balancing growth with cultural evolution, focusing on building a team that is ready to embrace digital transformation and AI-driven change.

They explain how a decentralised workforce allows the company to operate efficiently from anywhere, while centralised operations provide scale and resources to support offices and enhance the client experience.

The conversation also explores DiJones’ innovative approach to buyer engagement. Proprietary technology enables personalised, responsive service across the entire user journey, recognising that most buyers are also sellers.

Dean highlights the importance of cultural cohesion, noting that the company carefully aligns its team with its vision and values to create a high-performance environment.

In this episode of the REB podcast, editor Liam Garman sits down with Rebecca Moroney, CEO and founder of Wayscape, to unpack how agentic AI is set to revolutionise real estate.

Rebecca shares how AI can work with agents, not replace them – slashing the time spent on admin and freeing up more hours for clients.

She outlines how Wayscape integrates with CRM systems, automating tasks like transcription, CMA creation and appraisals in seconds while maintaining accurate records of every client interaction.

Rebecca will also showcase how AI is revolutionising real estate live at the upcoming REB Innovation Summit.

She also highlights the importance of data and personalisation, with Wayscape’s small language model trained specifically for real estate to deliver relevant, precise insights.

The conversation explores the opportunities and challenges of adopting AI responsibly, with Rebecca noting the need for agents to stay within professional boundaries while leveraging technology to enhance their service.

Looking ahead, she predicts that AI-powered, consolidated platforms will become the norm, giving agents faster access to information, more opportunities to serve clients, and ultimately stronger returns.