Posts by Cate Bakos
Ep. 338: Using AI & ChatGPT for Property Advice – The Real Strengths & Weaknesses Investors Need to Know and What’s on the Horizon
This episode unpacks the adoption of AI for use in property analysis, due diligence, and decision-making.
Read MoreEp. 337: Buying Property in a Trust – Genius Strategy or Costly Illusion? Benefits, Borrowing Myths & Realities
This episode unpacks the myth of “unlimited borrowing” through multiple trust structures.
Read MoreEp. 336: Market Update October 2025 – Price Growth Accelerates Nationwide, Investor Lending at 10-Year High & Deposit Guarantee Scheme Fuels Demand
Our October 2025 monthly update is out! National growth exhibits the fastest monthly gain since June 2023, Perth jumps up to take the lead, and the Westpac Consumer Sentiment survey has a few surprises for us.
Read MoreEp. 335: Underquoting Exposed – How to Protect Yourself in a Market of Misleading Prices
The Trio canvas underquoting in Australia. They cover what it is, how to spot it, buyer defence strategies, and the reforms needed.
Read MoreEp. 334: First Home Frenzy – How the 5% Deposit Scheme Will Rock the Market & Supercharge Prices for First Home Buyers, Upgraders & Investors
FHBs can now buy with 5% deposit, no income cap and higher price caps. This is boosting demand, competition and likely prices.
Read MoreEp. 333: Why Media Predictions About Crashes, Cliffs & Corrections Keep Getting It Wrong
ChatGPT said:
The Trio debunk sensational property doom headlines, revealing how Australia’s market repeatedly defied forecasts of crashes, mortgage cliffs, and repossessions….proving data always outlives drama.
Read MoreEp. 332: Market Update September 2025 – Confidence in Price Growth Hits 15-Year High, Values Lift Nationwide & First Home Buyer Scheme Fuels the Fire
Our September 2025 monthly update is out! National growth returns, Darwin leads, regions stay strong, rents rise sharply, and construction woes deepen Australia’s housing squeeze.
Read MoreEp. 331: Property Planning Dilemmas – How to Navigate Investments That Limit Your Ability to Buy a Future Home
This week, the Trio unpack a great listener question. Alex and his partner face a classic dilemma: keep their two investments or sell to buy their future family home.
Read MoreEp. 330: 330: Inside the 2025 PIPA Investor Survey – What Investors Really Think About Property and the Future of Property Investment
Australia’s investors are on the move. In this episode, The Property Trio unpacks PIPA’s 2025 Investor Sentiment Survey and what it means for rental supply nationwide.
Read MoreEp. 329: Climate Change and Property – How to Navigate the Challenges & Avoid Costly Mistakes
Join The Property Trio as we uncover how climate change is reshaping Australia’s property market—rising insurance, falling values, and the investor strategies you can’t ignore.
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