“We see ourselves helping that next level down,” explains Dixon. “Supporting them to adopt technology, navigate the changing environment, and maintain high standards.” One key initiative in this direction is making the Institute’s data more accessible via APIs, allowing members to incorporate market information directly into their platforms of choice—whether that’s a particular proptech system, a valuation tool, or a custom internal dashboard. At the same time, the Institute will continue to provide a core portal for smaller agencies and one-person operations who prefer an out-of-the-box solution. Advocacy and policy leadership remain fundamental to the mission. With approximately 95 percent of the profession under its umbrella, the Institute is uniquely positioned to act as the national voice of the industry, working with government and regulatory bodies in Wellington to shape sensible, informed policy. Its early access to sales data—often six to eight weeks ahead of broader datasets—allows it to identify emerging market shifts, brief members, and contribute timely insight to public debate. From data and education to advocacy and technology enablement, the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand has repeatedly pivoted and evolved over more than a century.As markets, tools, and demographics change, one constant remains: a commitment to supporting the profession, lifting standards, and helping real estate businesses of all sizes adapt, compete, and thrive 90 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 07, ISSUE 12
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