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What the Latest Insurance Market Data Means for Agency Renewals
What the Latest Insurance Market Data Means for Agency Renewals
09 Sep 2026: Paige Estritori
APRA’s latest general insurance performance data is a useful reminder that insurance pricing is being shaped by more than one factor. While headline profitability across the sector has improved compared with the more volatile years of heavy natural catastrophe losses, insurers are still managing higher repair costs, reinsurance expenses, claims inflation and risk selection pressures. For real estate agencies, that means renewal conversations are unlikely to be only about last year’s premium versus this year’s premium. - read more
Broker Code Changes Keep Insurance Transparency in Focus
Broker Code Changes Keep Insurance Transparency in Focus
02 Sep 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia’s insurance broking sector is continuing to sharpen its focus on transparency, service standards and conflict management as work progresses on an updated Insurance Brokers Code of Practice. For real estate agencies, this is more than an industry governance issue. It goes directly to how agency owners understand their cover, compare options, assess exclusions and respond when a claim needs to be lodged quickly. - read more
Stronger Insurance Code Signals Better Claims Expectations
Stronger Insurance Code Signals Better Claims Expectations
26 Aug 2026: Paige Estritori
The latest stage of Australia’s general insurance code debate is not just a matter for insurers. For real estate agencies, it is an extension of an ongoing story about how policies are sold, explained and tested when something goes wrong. - read more
Emergency Services Levy Reform: What Agencies Should Watch
Emergency Services Levy Reform: What Agencies Should Watch
19 Aug 2026: Paige Estritori
New South Wales’ move to shift emergency services funding away from insurance premiums and towards a broader property-based model is more than a state tax story. For real estate agencies, it is a timely reminder that insurance pricing is influenced by several moving parts, some visible on a renewal notice and others buried in the background. - read more
Severe Weather Claims Are a Timely Reminder for Real Estate Agencies
Severe Weather Claims Are a Timely Reminder for Real Estate Agencies
12 Aug 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia's latest run of severe weather insurance claims is another practical warning for real estate agencies: disaster risk is not limited to landlords, strata committees or homeowners. Agencies themselves can be exposed through damaged offices, flooded fit-outs, lost keys and access devices, interrupted trading, damaged vehicles and disputes that arise when client service is disrupted at the worst possible time. - read more
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Real Estate Agents Insurance Articles

Top 5 Risk Management Strategies Every Real Estate Agent Should Know
Top 5 Risk Management Strategies Every Real Estate Agent Should Know
In the ever-changing world of real estate, understanding and managing risks are crucial tasks for any real estate agent. From fluctuating market conditions to regulatory shifts, several elements can affect the value and profitability of property investments. Effective risk management practices are essential for protecting assets and ensuring long-term success in this dynamic industry. - read more
Common Real Estate Risks and How to Mitigate Them with Insurance
Common Real Estate Risks and How to Mitigate Them with Insurance
In the vibrant world of real estate, understanding and managing risks is crucial for success. Real estate agents face a variety of risks that can impact their reputation, financial stability, and client relationships. Navigating these risks effectively is essential for maintaining a thriving business and ensuring client satisfaction. - read more
Insurance Considerations for Property Managers in Australia
Insurance Considerations for Property Managers in Australia
Property managers face insurance exposures that go beyond standard real estate sales work, including tenant interactions, maintenance coordination, rent handling, entry notices, complaints and landlord communications. This guide explains the main insurance issues Australian property managers should understand. - read more
Understanding Income Protection Insurance for Real Estate Professionals
Understanding Income Protection Insurance for Real Estate Professionals
Income protection insurance is designed to provide financial support if you're unable to work due to illness or injury. It ensures a portion of your income continues to be paid during times when you cannot earn. This type of insurance acts as a safety net, offering peace of mind by securing your financial stability during challenging times. - read more
Public Liability Insurance for Real Estate Agents
Public Liability Insurance for Real Estate Agents
Public liability insurance can help real estate agents manage third-party injury and property damage risks that may arise during inspections, open homes, office visits and other client-facing activities. - read more

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