Posts by Cate Bakos
Ep. 351: Property Ownership and Mortgage Structuring for Investments to Maximise Wealth Creation
This week’s show delivers a strategic deep dive into ownership structures, equity release and lender policy, helping investors align tax outcomes, borrowing power and long-term portfolio planning.
Read MoreEp. 350: Selling Property Smarter – Maximise Your Sale Price Without Overcapitalising on Renovations or Improvements
The Trio answer a listener question that strikes a nerve for many sellers: how much effort is too much when the eventual buyer might knock the house down anyway?
Read MoreEp. 349: Market Update Jan 2026 – Record $1M Median for Combined Capitals, Supply Shortages Drive Price Growth & RBA Cash Rate Hike Impact
Our January 2026 monthly update is out! With a cash rate increase to decipher, join the Trio as they discuss the rationale behind the decision, and uncover more detail in the data that’s unfolding.
Read MoreEp. 348: Debt Recycling Explained – Can Debt Recycling Really Help You Build Wealth Faster
A clear, practical breakdown of debt recycling….what it is, how it works, and why structure, cash flow and discipline really matter.
Read MoreEp. 347: 2025 in Review – What We Predicted, What Actually Happened & What’s Next for Property
In this fun, but very serious episode, the Trio have enjoy going through their 2025 predictions and applying a scorecard for each other’s accuracy. How did they each fare?
Read MoreEp. 346: Rules for Borrowers – The Real Effects on Borrowing Power & Market Stability
If you’ve ever wondered why borrowing capacity varies, how lenders really think, or why mortgage strategy matters more than interest rate, this episode is essential listening.
Read MoreEp. 345: Market Update Dec 2025 – Strongest Annual Growth Since 2021, Lower Quartile Markets Outperform and Investor Activity Surges
Our December 2025 monthly update is out! We have experienced the highest national growth since 2021, and the Trio break down the star performers for the final month of the year. Price segmentation, listing volumes and sentiment all played a role this month… tune in to find out more.
Read MoreEp. 344: The Trio’s 2026 Predictions – What’s Next for Interest Rates, Property Supply, Rental Markets and the Risks on the Horizon
Part two of a two-part series, the Trio share their predictions on interest rates, possible threats, government intervention, supply and rental markets!
Read MoreEp. 343: The Trio’s 2026 Predictions – Bold Calls for Price Growth, Top Performing Cities & Investor Momentum
Part one of a two-part series, the Trio share their predictions on growth, markets, rents, investor numbers and more!
Read MoreEp. 342: Your Mortgage Strategy Questions Answered – The Smarter Way to Structure Loans and Grow Wealth
In this episode inspired by Callum, the Trio tackle some of the most commonly asked mortgage strategy questions that borrowers ask.
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