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Boutique Network of the Year — Fewer Than 40 Offices

For real estate networks comprising fewer than 40 independently operated offices or agency businesses under a common network brand.

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Awards streams

Australia, New Zealand, or both when the nominee genuinely operates in both markets and this category permits both. Check the award-market options in the secure portal.

Overview

For real estate networks comprising fewer than 40 independently operated offices or agency businesses under a common network brand.

Eligibility

Open to real estate networks comprising fewer than 40 independently operated offices or agency businesses. This category recognises performance relative to a smaller network footprint and is not based on individual agent headcount.

Award achievement eligibility period: 1 October 2025 to 1 October 2026 inclusive. This is separate from the submissions window, 1 October to 5 November 2026.

Judging criteria

  1. 01Growth and commercial performance relative to scaleCommercial performance and sustainable growth across a network of fewer than 40 offices or agency businesses, assessed relative to its size and stage rather than against the absolute scale of a major network.25%
  2. 02Member office and business successEvidence that individual offices or agency businesses within the boutique network are performing, improving and being retained.20%
  3. 03Boutique proposition and member valueThe strength and distinctiveness of the boutique network proposition and the value it creates for member businesses, including support, economics, access, agility and retention.20%
  4. 04Systems, support and innovationThe effectiveness of systems, technology, training, marketing, compliance and innovation in supporting a smaller network to compete and grow.15%
  5. 05Leadership, culture and professional standardsLeadership, culture, retention, governance, compliance and professional standards across the boutique network.10%
  6. 06Industry and community contributionDemonstrated contribution to the profession and communities served by the network, supported by specific programs and outcomes.10%

Assessment questions and evidence

Check the official portal for any available questions, word limits and evidence requirements before preparing your entry.View official category details.

Key dates

  • — Submissions open
  • — Submissions close
  • — Finalists announced
  • — Real Estate Today Awards