REINSW asks the experts – how was 2011 and what can we look forward to in 2012?

REINSW asks the experts – how was 2011 and what can we look forward to in 2012?

16 December 2011

The REINSW has released a comprehensive ‘Year in Review’ analysis as well as predictions for the property sector in 2012.

Canvassing the views of a range of industry leaders, the findings are available in the December edition of the REINSW Real Estate Journal, available at www.reinsw.com.au/2011and2012

The Journal asked industry leaders to reflect on the challenges and opportunities for real estate in 2011 and offer insights for the year ahead.

2011 in review

1. What do you think was the biggest surprise or trend that had a significant impact on the market and the way real estate agents do business?

Looking ahead to 2012

2. What are your predictions for the market in 2012? What do you think real estate agents should be considering to ensure they make the most of the year ahead?

Leading real estate experts featured include:

• Tim McKibbin – CEO, REINSW

• John McGrath – McGrath Estate Agents, Chief Executive

• Stephen Nell – Ray White, Chief Executive Officer – NSW

• Tony Brasier – PRDnationwide, Chairman and Managing Director

• Phil Rourke – Landmark, State Real Estate Manager, NSW

• Richard Horne – Knight Frank Australia, National Director Investment Sales

• Charles Tarbey – Century 21, Chairman

• Angus Raine – Raine & Horne, Chief Executive Officer

• Leanne Pilkington – Laing+Simmons General Manager

• Peter Hanscomb – Belle Property, Chief Executive Officer

• Malcom Tyson – Colliers International, Managing Director of Residential

• L Janusz Hooker – LJ Hooker, Chief Executive Officer

• Jason Roach – Westpac, National Head of Real Estate

• Andrew Cocks – Richardson & Wrench, Executive Director

• Steve Murphy – Elders Real Estate, NSW/ACT Franchise Manager

Media Contact – Julian Brophy – 0408 276 749