Posts by Cate Bakos
Ep. 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.
Read MoreEp. 341: The Property Buyer Playbook – Dealing with Agents, Determining Genuine Buyer Competition & Navigating Competitive Markets
In this episode Dave, Cate and Mike break down how to identify competition, read markets and apply smarter strategies to gain the upper hand.
Read MoreEp. 340: Market Update November 2025 – Perth Surges at 2.4%, Investor Lending at Record Highs as National Prices Rise 1%+ for Third Month Running
Our November 2025 monthly update is out! Perth continues to surge, gaining pace this month with a 2.4% lift, and investor lending hits record highs, prompting APRA to potentially apply changes. National prices rise more than one per cent for the third month running, and the Trio talk about the uplift in rental growth that has struck in recent months.
Read MoreEp. 339: Mortgage Myths Exposed – The Biggest Mortgage Mistakes Borrowers Don’t Know They’re Making
This episode busts the biggest mortgage myths costing borrowers money. Mike, Cate and Dave unpack these myths and shed light on some of the things that many buyers don’t realise.
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