W&S All things Property Management

In this episode Shane Stone talks growth and BDM with experienced BDM achiever Elise Whitmore.

In this episode David chats with Kasey Lawrence, Director of The Rental Network, a property management consultancy business.  Kasey has vast experience with over 20 years in the industry, having started at the bottom and progressed through the stages of property manager, department head and now a well respect industry leader, consultant and speaker.  This episode features plenty of valuable advice for all in the industry no matter what your level of experience.

Tom and David discuss what brokers look for when valuing rent rolls along with common mistakes made by business, how to prepare a business for sale, and if you are looking to buy a business what you should look for and how do you handle the transition of ownership.  Lots of great information available.

Today David chats with Shane Sykes founder of Safety Check and Minimum Standards Check company Syncom.  Shane highlights the most common issues that they find with safety checks and minimum standards, we address some misinformation spreading around, and what you do and don't need too attend to along with more.,

Jeremy Koadlow, solicitor and partner at New Chapter Legal discusses many issues of a legal nature in regards to VCAT and the process where an appeal to the Supreme Court is made, we touch on some of the basic of Anderson V Sharpe which both Jeremy and David were involved in and was a matter that went through VCAT, Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal.

David chats with Kallista Tzirvelakis about her near 20 year journey in property management, starting from reception to now being self employed providing Temp services to the industry.  Some great advice for all levels of experience in this podcast.

David discusses technology and the future of Property Management with Kolmeo CEO Scott Bateman.  Technology is moving faster than ever before and with that the role of property managers will change in the future, hear how the job may change.

Ally Wajcman chats with David about All Things Property Management and her journey in real estate from being a young teenager sitting in a VCAT room taking notes to her role today as a leader in her office.  This podcast is loaded with info and for those that have been around a while you will recognise a name that crops up during our discussion with fond memories.

David chats with Harcourt's Victoria Property Operations Manager, Rachel Atkin.  With over 20 years real estate experience starting as a receptionist Rachel is an experienced leader in the property management industry, some awesome knowledge and advice is shared in this podcast by Rachel.

Hear our first podcast with both directors of Woolfall & Stone involved. David Woolfall and Shane Stone chat about VCAT, BDM, Fees, structures and more.  You will hear passion in the voices of the Woolfall & Stone directors as they discuss issues that they are passionate about.  

David chats with Jade Elliott from OBrien Real Estate Joyce in Wangaratta.  Jade is a young property manager with two years experience and having stepped up from assistant PM to PM 4 months ago.  Jade is a future leader of the industry already showing leadership traits.  Great listen for young PM's and also those more experienced interested in watching the growth of a future industry leader.

David and Mark chat about recruitment and the difficulties being faced, and what the future holds.  Some incredible information in this podcast for those looking to get into the industry or make a move to a new position, and some thoughts on succession and retirement. This chat has something for everyone no matter age or experience.

David chats with Mandi Kuran about her experiences in not only property management but throughout her life.  Mandi is a go-getter and is achieving a lot both in property management/BDM and her life outside of real estate.  Passionate about her community and helping others there is so much in this podcast to take away.

In this podcast Megan Wilson, Department Head and Partner at Nelson Alexander Kew interviews Woolfall & Stone's Shane Stone. Megan and Shane have known each other for around two decades so no one better to chat with Shane on the podcast.

Michelle Allen has lived and breathed property management all her working life, with a successful career spanning 35 plus years in property management Michelle has done it all.  With this much experience Michelle provides many quality tips for all in our industry.

David chats with Courtney Hall, director of C&C property Group, Courtney provides some of her history and then David and Courtney talk about some of the nuts and bolts of property management.  So many great points for all to learn from.

David chats with Scott Bateman the CEO of Kolmeo.  Having experience across a variety of industries Scott moved into the property management space to do what he could to make things better, first with Little Real Estate and now heading up Kolmeo.  Some great insights into business and ideas for success in life and business.

Kolmeo is award-winning property managem
Kolmeo is property management software and winner of Proptech Awards 2023 most innovative scaleup.

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David chats with Rebecca Berry about her journey in real estate from reception to Department Head and Partner of a large Melbourne based office, and now to her new role as Real Estate Specialist with Wingman Group.  Rebecca provides some valuable advice for those looking to make property management a career or progress to the next level.

David chats with Renee Green a young property manager from OBrien Narre Warren. David and Renee discuss what drew Renee to the industry, what she enjoys, and what her future in the industry may be.

In this episode the tables are turned as future industry leader Renee Green interviews David Woolfall about his real estate journey.

Kolmeo is award-winning property managem
Kolmeo is property management software and winner of Proptech Awards 2023 most innovative scaleup.

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In this episode David speaks with Fiona Knight from North East Real Estate located in the small rural town of Warracknabeal, as the business name suggests located in the north western region of Victoria.  Fiona discusses the different issues faced by rural property managers and gives some tips for those thinking of moving from the city to a rural environment as she did 14 years ago.

In this episode David chats with fellow legislation and VCAT tragic Jason Crofts-Smith. Jason speaks of his entry into property management and past experiences that have developed a love of the job and helping others.  Jason also opens up on some major hurdles that he has had to overcome along his chosen path.  Take the time and have a listen as this episode is filled with information and inspiration!

In this episode we hear two highly respected property management trainers, Hayley Mitchell and David Woolfall discussing Hayleys background in real estate and move into training, and then a very important topic that both Hayley and David are patient about  being developing the next generation of property management trainers.

In this podcast David chats with Cassie Austin.  Cassie has worked within the real estate industry for 25 years and has worked across almost every opportunity the industry offers.  If you are feeling stale or wondering what else the real estate industry offers have a listen.  Some great points for all within our industry contained in this podcast.  There are some distorted sections on this recording due to internet connection, however it does not affect the quality of information provided.

Di operates a number of businesses and is one of the busiest people in the industry.  Some great tips throughout this podcast for those new to the industry, those thinking of expanding into short stay management and ideas on value adding to your landlord relationships. 

Ree is a dynamic thinker in the property management space, in this episode we discuss department structure, culture, hiring the right people and more. 

In this podcast David speaks to Jess Calvert, Operations Manager at Harcourts Solutions in Brisbane.  Jess is a successful and motivated leader, with an eye for innovation.  This episode reveals some great ideas for maintaining motivation of a PM team, providing a happy environment, and utilising innovative ideas to ensure the team is able to perform at their best, and some great advice for young people in or looking to join the industry.

In this podcast we speak about the life and times of a property management BDM with Elise Whitmore.

This was recorded in 2020 so some figures; ie interest rates and Superannuation contribution amounts will now be different but the general information remains relevant.

Kolmeo is award-winning property managem
Kolmeo is property management software and winner of Proptech Awards 2023 most innovative scaleup.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Kolmeo is award-winning property managem
Kolmeo is property management software and winner of Proptech Awards 2023 most innovative scaleup.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Kolmeo is award-winning property managem
Kolmeo is property management software and winner of Proptech Awards 2023 most innovative scaleup.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.