REIV appoints First AML as preferred AML compliance provider for Victorian members

Melbourne, Australia. 1 August 2025 - The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) has named First AML as its preferred anti-money laundering (AML) compliance provider, reinforcing the growing national consensus among real estate peak bodies in favour of a trusted, best-in-class AML solution.

This latest appointment follows the Real Estate Institute of Australia’s (REIA) recent endorsement of First AML as its national AML technology partner along with the support of other state and territory institutes. These partnerships represent a shared commitment to prepare the industry for the 1 July 2026 Tranche 2 compliance deadline with First AML at the centre of that transition.

“Victorian real estate agencies deserve a technology partner that understands the real-world challenges of compliance and can scale to meet them,” said Jacob Caine, CEO of the REIV. “First AML has consistently demonstrated that it can support firms of all sizes with smart tools, local knowledge and practical guidance. Their track record with leading networks and the support of our national and state peers made this a straightforward decision.”

“Victorian real estate agencies deserve a technology partner that understands the real-world challenges of compliance and can scale to meet them. First AML has consistently demonstrated that it can support firms of all sizes with smart tools, local knowledge and practical guidance. "

- Jacob Caine, CEO of REIV

First AML’s all-in-one AML platform is purpose-built for the real estate sector supporting not just identity verification but also complex ownership structures, automated risk assessments, ongoing monitoring and full record keeping. Backed by expert consulting and training alliances the platform enables agencies to embed genuine compliance not just tick a box.

“This partnership with REIV continues the strong momentum we’re seeing across Australia,” said Milan Cooper, CEO of First AML. “From the national- to the state-level  there’s growing support for a practical and collaborative approach to AML compliance. We’re proud to work alongside REIV and others to help the real estate sector prepare with confidence.”

First AML is already working with major real estate networks across Australia and New Zealand and was recently named the provider of choice for Raine & Horne’s national network. Its strategic alliances with Alpha AML Training and One AML offer REIV members access to a complete AML solution spanning technology training and expert advisory.

As regulatory timelines progress the REIV and First AML will be working closely to equip Victorian agencies with the tools and training they need to prepare efficiently and confidently for Tranche 2.