In this inspiring episode, Ben is joined by our special guest, Fraser Lack. Fraser shares his personal journey of building an extraordinary life, the challenges he’s faced along the way and how he’s turned this into resilience, and the notion of a "normal" day. ? Underneath his energetic demeanour, Fraser discussed balance and self-care as important topics. Fraser acknowledges the challenges of the real estate industry, which can consume a significant amount of mental space. Learn about his journey finding balance and the importance of having a strong support system and a safe space to unwind ..read more

The episode highlights the importance of hard work, proactivity, and product knowledge in the real estate industry. The episode emphasises that even new agents can be competitive in the industry if they believe in themselves and are willing to work hard. Glenn’s story tells a tale of a carefully built brand reputation and a personal brand that suffered a major blow thanks to one small decision.  Glenn suggests that losing or missing out on business can be an opportunity for growth and improvement. He notes that understanding why one didn't get the business or what went wrong can help avo ..read more

In this episode of the Upshot podcast by Homely, host Ben Williams talks with Donna Cross from McGrath in Geelong, a legend of the property management space with a background in media advertising sales. They discuss the challenges of running a Property Management business, as well as property news, focusing on the rental market.  Donna emphasises the importance of relationships and community in real estate, and the need for critical thinkers and problem solvers in the business. She also shares a challenging experience she faced in her career, including times when business decisions impac ..read more

Nick Skapoulas is a community member first and foremost, a successful real estate agent second. Nick’s passion for his locality and doing the right thing has helped him develop one of Melbourne’s most innovative real estate brands. Nick tells us his secret to success and talks about how the industry has changed in his 3+ decades of experience.  Nick shares his advice for buyers and sellers and key pearls of wisdom for agents starting out in the market right now.  We filmed the whole thing! Watch this conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sVDG9234Wxg Follow Homely for more ..read more

Matt Scafidi experienced a life and career-defining moment in 2021. Today Matt recounts the encounter with cancel culture that influenced his future career path and business decisions.  We also speak with Matt about his success in real estate, what it takes to succeed as well as what success actually looks like to him these days with over a decade of perspective to bring to the conversation.  Matt details how he found the ‘good side’ of the real estate industry and he fosters that great culture and output with his own team. We find out why he went out on his own to start Abode Advoca ..read more

In episode two of The Upshot by Homely, we get to know teacher-turned-agent and mindset champion Kizzy Okoukoni. We ask Kizzy how he got to where he is today, what made him choose real estate, where his passion for coaching and positive mindset comes from, his top tips for success in the real estate industry, and his take on the current property market.  Kizzy is no stranger to change and new beginnings, starting back in London as a teacher, Kizzy has worked to build a reputation, career and multiple businesses in and around the real estate space including; commercial real estate, agent ..read more

Agents, listen up as we sit down with Tim Heavyside to learn what 21 years in Melbourne real estate has taught him. In our inaugural episode of The Upshot by Homely, we ask Tim how he got to where he is today - proud founder of his own real estate brand, HEAVYSIDE Real Estate, what his secrets to success are, what he would change if he could go back and do it again, and his take on the current property market. Tim is a familiar face to those in Melbourne real estate, with over 21 years of experience on the job. Starting at Woodards, to Hockingstuart, a 19-year stint at Fletchers and now debuti ..read more