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Competition freedoms suffer in eConveyancing reform delay

For the past decade, conveyancers have used digital provider, PEXA to settle properties on behalf of home buyers and sellers. PEXA operates as a monopoly. A regulator has been established to promote a competitive environment that drives efficiencies, cost-savings and innovation in the e-settlement space.

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Australia airs its dirty laundry

Australian law enforcement agencies say the nation’s real estate sector has become a key target for getting dirty money into Australia, making the federal government’s plan for stricter anti-money laundering laws a non-negotiable for the sector. Real estate was increasingly a money laundering option of choice due to Au

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Technology can help you avoid repetitive stress-out injury

Newcastle-based conveyancer Fiona Eastwood is a self-confessed technology nerd and problem solver who is benefiting from implementing a whole suite of time-saving technologies into her business. “I love all the new tech and all the new tools,” she tells Australian Conveyancer magazine. “I’m a problem solver so I like t

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Commoditisation working in conveyancing’s favour?

The discussions around the use of generative AI in the conveyancing workspace often leads to the notion that jobs will be lost in the industry. But there is a school of thought that the nature of the work dictates that there is a need for humans and technology to coexist productively.

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It’s time to say ‘hi’ to AI

Are you ready for the AI revolution? Experts and practitioners work to take to demystify the its presence in the workplace. As businesses look for efficiencies without the drop in service levels, the technology has become critical to the conversation.

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How conveyancers should use generative AI

Hunter Steele, Smokeball CEO and industry authority on the use of artificial intelligence in the workplace believes the trepidation towards the use of AI comes often from people not knowing any better. There is a place for it and it can be used wisely. Here are some of his tips

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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…

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MICHELLE KENT Former AIC President

Michelle Kent is a passionate advocate for conveyancers, a mantle that saw her rise to the president of the industry’s peak body. Her good work continues today as AIC’s Policy and Advocacy officer.

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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.

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How to close the door on pirate and parasites

There is a dark and sinister element circling Australian businesses … and it’s all under the cover of darkness. Criminals are looking to expose any weakness in systems for their own gain. That’s when people like Shameela Gonzales step in.

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