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"Everything you need to succeed in the modern world of real estate"

The real estate industry is a dynamic and fast-paced industry, one that we are proud to be part of. We represent the whole of the real estate industry and have members from independent agencies and all the major franchise groups.

As a dedicated industry organisation we also understand the complex challenges you face as both an independent office or part of a franchise group while working to grow your business. We use our 60 years of experience and understanding to prepare our members for the future, with cutting edge tools and products created to increase digital presence, credibility and professionalism.

When operating a business, it’s important that every dollar you spend delivers a tangible return on your investment. We understand this, which is why a membership with EAC delivers to you a savings of up to 25% when compared to using our services on an ad-hoc basis. In many cases the cost of priority membership at less than $20 per week will be recovered in the savings that you make by being a member.

By paying less than $20 per week, you access the following benefits at a discounted rate:

Have day to day needs taken care of:
  • Forms – members receive discounts on printed and online forms
  • Legal advice – our partners McLachlan/Thorpe Partners are here to guide you
  • Insurance – discounts on insurance from EBM
  • Data – access to info that makes you the local area expert
  • Technology – discounts from JB Hi-fi
  • Resource – Make better use of your time using ASG
Market yourself in a way that cuts through:
  • Personal branding and agency websites – get your web presence polished
  • Video marketing – our suite of video marketing products will lift your listings
  • 360 VR viewings – place prospects inside your properties from anywhere in the world
Continue to upskill and grow your abilities:
  • Business advice – support from CCE Consulting and Training
  • Training – access to courses from the Australian College of Professionals
  • Marketing and Social Media – support from the Real Estate Hotline
Grow your professional network:
  • Events – attend events with like-minded professionals
  • Access to over 350 member offices – collaborate with our network of members and property professionals

And, as always, EAC will be campaigning for the needs of our industry with government and other bodies – protecting your interests into the future.

By paying less than $20 per week, you access the following benefits at a discounted rate:

Have day to day needs taken care of:
  • Forms – members receive discounts on printed and online forms
  • Legal advice – our partners McLachlan/Thorpe Partners are here to guide you
  • Insurance – discounts on insurance from EBM
  • Data – access to info that makes you the local area expert
  • Technology – discounts from JB Hi-fi
  • Resources – Make better use of your time using ASG
Market yourself in a way that cuts through:
  • Personal branding and agency websites – get your web presence polished
  • Video marketing – our suite of video marketing products will lift your listings
  • 360 VR viewings – place prospects inside your properties from anywhere in the world
Continue to upskill and grow your abilities:
  • Business advice – support from CCE Consulting and Training
  • Training – access to courses from the Australian College of Professionals
  • Marketing and Social Media – support from the Real Estate Hotline
Grow your professional network:
  • Events – attend events with like-minded professionals
  • Access to over 300 member offices – collaborate with our network of members and property professionals

And, as always, EAC will be campaigning for the needs of our industry with government and other bodies – protecting your interests into the future.

Benefits of EAC Membership

Support of one of the most established network of real estate professionals in the country
Peace of mind with legal advice on agency agreements and practice related issues from McLachlan/Thorpe Partners
Assistance with the growth, management and structure of your agency from CCE Consulting and Training
Access to member discounts and rewards on a range of products and services
Networking opportunities through our exclusive member events
Ongoing Professional Development through Australian College of Professionals
Stay informed with industry changes with exclusive member communications
A voice with government on legislative changes that are impacting the industry
More rewards through offers and member pricing with our partners
  • We are proud members of EAC. We utilise all their products and legal service if you're thinking of joining, it is the best money you’ll spend in real estate.
    Paul Spinelli - Spinelli Real Estate Wollongong

Your membership also covers any employees you may have, meaning they gain the benefit of our knowledge, partnerships and tools as they grow in their careers.

We are proud to introduce you to our other providers as well, all of whom are experienced in supplying agents with tailored advice and products. As well as best-in-class legal advice from McLachlan/Thorpe Partners, our offering includes insurance packages from EBM and cutting edge training from the Australian College of Professionals.

This breadth of partnerships means we are able to provide you with a wide range of services, savings providing reduced business costs, the support that you need, access to exclusive education and training events across the country, giving you the opportunity to grow your own networks.

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Advocacy and Industry Representation

We represent Members and the Industry as part of the NSW Real Estate Reference Group and on NCAT and various industry forums. We also meet with Government on a regular basis, make submissions on behalf of members and review and comment on proposed legislation to ensure your interests are protected.

View EAC Submissions and related Legislation

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Advocacy and Industry Representation

We represent Members and the Industry as part of the NSW Real Estate Reference Group and on NCAT and various industry forums. We also meet with Government on a regular basis, make submissions on behalf of members and review and comment on proposed legislation to ensure your interests are protected.

View EAC Submissions and related Legislation

Legal advice from McLachlan/Thorpe Partners

Our expert legal advice ensures that you have the guidance you need to be successful in your compliance, and should you encounter any issues related to real estate forms, sales or property management, our partners at McLachlan/Thorpe Partners are on hand to ensure you have the help you need.

To obtain legal advice call 1300 137 161

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Training from the Australian College of Professionals

EAC and the Australian College of Professionals (ACOP) have partnered to provide the real estate industry with the highest quality training for new and experienced agents. When you book your course through the Australian College of Professionals make sure that you mention that you heard about the course from EAC to receive the EAC Member Discount.

To obtain training call 1300 884 810

Outsourcing services from Agency Services Group

Agency Services Group (ASG) is the approved outsourcing partner for EAC. Whether your agency needs help with sales administration, property management, marketing assistance or just the ability to take a real holiday, ASG can help. Their Locum Service has been tailored specifically to help solo and small agencies make time for a break and comes with special EAC rates.

To obtain ASG services call 02 9687 8222

Marketing and social media advice from The Real Estate Hotline

The real estate hotline can provide you with marketing and general social media advice to help you build and strengthen your local and online profile. Members can also receive a 30 minute health check on your social media presence and online profile as part of your membership.

To obtain marketing advice call 0412 210 558

Insurance services from EBM

EBM is the approved insurance partner for EAC. You can now save on your premiums while protecting your own business through their professional indemnity and office contents insurance, while also look to grow your revenue through their Landlord insurance distributor program.

To obtain insurance call 1800 661 662

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The latest technology from JB Hi-Fi Commercial

EAC's partnership with JB Hi-Fi Commercial solutions gives you access to the latest technology and a range of other products. As a part of the EAC community, you can gain access to any one of the 200,000 products available through JB Hi-Fi, at special member pricing.

To obtain commercial pricing call 1300 137 161

Business advice from CCE Consulting and Training

David Colman has been servicing and delivering solutions to businesses for many years in addition to owning his own Real Estate Franchise Business, plus successfully managing several others. He has a wealth of sales, sales team and leadership experience, with a high level of skill in business development, prospecting, presentations, relationship management, closing and negotiation.

To obtain business advice call 0405 314 322

To obtain legal advice call 1300 137 161

Legal advice from McLachlan/Thorpe Partners

Our expert legal advice ensures that you have the guidance you need to be successful in your compliance, and should you encounter any issues related to real estate forms, sales or property management, our partners at McLachlan/Thorpe Partners are on hand to ensure you have the help you need.

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Training from the Australian College of Professionals

EAC and the Australian College of Professionals (ACOP) have partnered to provide the real estate industry with the highest quality training for new and experienced agents. When you book your course through the Australian College of Professionals make sure that you mention that you heard about the course from EAC to receive the EAC Member Discount.

To obtain training through ACOP call 1300 884 810

To obtain ASG services call 02 9687 8222

Agency Services Group

Outsourcing services from Agency Services Group

Agency Services Group (ASG) is the approved outsourcing partner for EAC. Whether your agency needs help with sales administration, property management, marketing assistance or just the ability to take a real holiday, ASG can help. Their Locum Service has been tailored specifically to help solo and small agencies make time for a break and comes with special EAC rates.

Marketing and social media advice from The Real Estate Hotline

The real estate hotline can provide you with marketing and general social media advice to help you build and strengthen your local and online profile. Members can also receive a 30 minute health check on your social media presence and online profile as part of your membership.

To obtain marketing and social media advice call 0412 210 558

To obtain EBM insurance services call 1800 661 662

Insurance services from EBM

EBM is the approved insurance partner for EAC. You can now save on your premiums while protecting your own business through their professional indemnity and office contents insurance, while also look to grow your revenue through their Landlord insurance distributor program.

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The latest technology from JB Hi-Fi Commercial

EAC's partnership with JB Hi-Fi Commercial solutions gives you access to the latest technology and a range of other products. As a part of the EAC community, you can gain access to any one of the 200,000 products available through JB Hi-Fi, at special member pricing.

To obtain JB Hi-Fi commercial pricing call 1300 137 161

To obtain business advice call 0405 314 322

Business advice from CCE Consulting and Training

David Colman has been servicing and delivering solutions to businesses for many years in addition to owning his own Real Estate Franchise Business, plus successfully managing several others. He has a wealth of sales, sales team and leadership experience, with a high level of skill in business development, prospecting, presentations, relationship management, closing and negotiation.

What better way to gain the backing of the most established network of real estate agents in the country than by becoming an EAC Member?

To become a member you will need to qualify for membership which requires for you to be involved with the conduct of a real estate or related business. Our rules which govern our relationship with members can be read here.

If your application is successful you will be invited to become a member requiring the payment of a once off joining fee of $220.00 and the purchase of fifty (50) $2.00 shares. Should you sell your business, retire or resign as a member of Co-operative in the future your shareholding is refunded.

Once you have been invited to become a member you simply need to complete your Membership Subscription and you will then be part of one of the most established network of real estate professionals in the country.

Use our credibility to your advantage and promote your membership of the Co-operative, your support and use of our services to your clients, consumers and peers with the use of our logos on materials such as:

Your website / Social media sites / Business cards / Letterhead / Correspondence / Publications / Brochures / Flyers / Advertising / Advertorial / Editorial

Use of the EAC logo is restricted to active EAC Members. The logo should not be used to imply endorsement of your office, views that may be expressed in your material or integrated into other corporate logos.

Please refer to our Logo Guidelines when using our logo.

Services for your digital presence, credibility and professionalism

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Making it easy to get your listings in and out to other portals and systems with our uploads to portals and CRM’s service

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Create professional property videos quickly and easily, regardless of your experience level

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Designed to cater to smaller independent as well as larger agencies, our property data, current market information and mapping provides you with the power of data at your fingertips

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Agency website packages created for you to establish your brand in the digital world with features that include automatic listings display, online enquiry forms, simple content creation and user analytics

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EAC’s suite of forms allow you to complete your paperwork efficiently, effectively and in a way that is industry compliant

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Professional development options designed for Principals, Sales Agents and Property Managers

To learn more about the benefits of becoming a member of EAC or to find out about the other ways we can help you grow your business speak to a team member on 1300 137 161.