ARTICLES

Apr 15, 2024

Easing paint points and making dreams a reality

Melbourne-based conveyancer Melissa Barlas runs the premium conveyancing service Conveyed for individuals, couples and families buying, selling or transferring property. With more than 10 years’ industry experience, she also runs the popular The First Home Show podcast, which gives listeners tips for buying a property for the first time. In the wake of International Women’s Day, Australian Conveyancer sat down with Melissa to find out how she juggles demands of being a successful businesswoman and podcaster.

By SAM MCKEITH

Apr 15, 2024

Thriving in the AI revolution

With promises that generative AI will save time, improve efficiency, impress clients and streamline workflows, some critics are worried about the ethics, privacy and accuracy of the new technology. Australian Conveyancer Magazine talked to industry expert Hunter Steele to get the lowdown…

By LEIGH REINHOLD

Apr 15, 2024

It’s time to say ‘hi’ to AI

Time-poor conveyancers are looking for the edge that makes them more efficient without affecting the personalized service that endears them to clients. We examine the role of AI.

Mar 21, 2024

Why these women are an inspiration to all of us

The property conveyancing industry in Australia is driven by a workforce that is predominantly female. There are numerous reasons for this but in a profession that is complex, requires meticulous attention to detail, and a massive dose of empathy, it’s both appropriate and richly deserved that we call out the outstanding contribution made by the women inside it.

By MELISSA IARIA

Mar 18, 2024

Sympli determined to bring the benefits of competition to conveyancing

Interoperability is set to become a reality by the end of 2025 with the promise conveyancers - and their customers - will reap the benefits of greater competition, price, innovation, efficiency and security throughout the settlement process. The CEO of Sympli, Philip Joyce, tells Australian Conveyancer magazine his company is ready to challenge PEXA and become a trusted ELNO, offering choice and convenience to conveyancers, solicitors and lawyers.

By LEIGH REINHOLD

Mar 18, 2024

Inspiring and proud

The Australian Conveyancer pays tribute to some of the industry’s most impressive women – leaders, innovators, and groundbreakers.

Feb 15, 2024

Why we must navigate the state’s perfect storm

A 30-year climate outlook is shaping the risk profile for properties prone to bushfires, floods and coast erosion. Scientific modelling reveals thousands of NSW homeowners and investors face a perfect storm with severe consequences to land values, zoned restrictions, and insurance premiums. The situation is being closer monitors by all states and territories.

By LEIGH REINHOLD

Feb 12, 2024

A time to reflect, juggle and innovate

Australian Institute of Conveyancers Victorian president Shakila Maclean is enthusiastic about how conveyancers can be better. Elected in August, 2022 and a board member of the peak body since 2018, she juggles her responsibilities with running All Hours Conveyancing, which she founded almost 20 years ago over 15 years ago. As conveyancers gear up for a new year, Australian Conveyancer magazine met Shakila Maclean to discuss her reflections on an industry grappling with tech changes, cyber security threats and a volatile property market.

By MELISSA IARIA

Feb 12, 2024

Fighting the force of nature

A specially-commission climate report that projects conditions 30 years into the future, shows the impact of bushfires, flooding, and coastal erosion will most likely have on residential housing lots.

Jan 24, 2024

Welcome to Tomorrow Land

Futurists, investment experts, and city planners use scientific projects, data … and a crystal ball to give us a sense of how we will live 25 years from now. What will our homes and cities look like? And how much we will have to pay for housing?