Posts by Cate Bakos
Ep. 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.
Read MoreEp. 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.
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