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  • #380: What It Takes to Get a DIY Purchase Right when Buying in a New Location or Interstate

    #380: What It Takes to Get a DIY Purchase Right when Buying in a New Location or Interstate
    Sep 21 2026
    🎙️In this episode, Dave and Cate answer a listener question from Nikhil, who has bought five properties, (four through buyer's agents) and wants to start buying interstate himself. The pair set out what it actually takes to buy well somewhere you don't live. Cate explains why unfamiliar markets are hard to read, how contract legislation differs between states and territories, and where to research a suburb's socio-economic story.

    They also weigh up the real cost of flying in and staying for inspections against a buyer's agent fee. Cate finishes with a four step framework: pick one market, build a small local team, do your legal and data homework early, and time your trips deliberately. It's one not to miss!

    The Property Trio is:

    David Johnston, Mortgage Broker - Managing Director of Property Planning Australia https://propertyplanning.com.au/

    Cate Bakos, Buyers Advocate - Managing Director of Cate Bakos Property https://www.catebakos.com.au/

    Mike Mortlock, Quantity Surveyor - Managing Director of MCG Quantity Surveyors https://www.mcgqs.com.au/

    📩 Got a question you want answered in a future episode? Send it through https://www.propertytrio.com.au/contact-us/

    Shownotes: https://www.propertytrio.com.au/2026/09/21/propertytrio-getting-an-interstate-diy-purchase-right/
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    51 min
  • #379: Market Update August 2026 – A Buyer's Market Emerges as Medians Slip Below $1M, Investor Lending Retreats as Rents Keep Climbing

    #379: Market Update August 2026 – A Buyer's Market Emerges as Medians Slip Below $1M, Investor Lending Retreats as Rents Keep Climbing
    Sep 14 2026
    🎧 In this month’s Property Trio market update, Cate, Dave and Mike unpack the latest August figures and look beyond the headlines to understand what is actually happening across Australia’s property markets.

    The August market update covers city price falls, rental increases, listing numbers, interest rates and the forces shaping the next phase of this property cycle nationally. 🏠 Tune in to hear more!...

    The Property Trio is:

    David Johnston, Mortgage Broker - Managing Director of Property Planning Australia https://propertyplanning.com.au/

    Cate Bakos, Buyers Advocate - Managing Director of Cate Bakos Property https://www.catebakos.com.au/

    Mike Mortlock, Quantity Surveyor - Managing Director of MCG Quantity Surveyors https://www.mcgqs.com.au/

    📩 Got a question you want answered in a future episode? Send it through https://www.propertytrio.com.au/contact-us/

    Shownotes:https: //www.propertytrio.com.au/2026/09/14/ep-379-august-2026-market-update/
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    51 min
  • #378: Property Investors Pivot to Yield and Diversification, But Is It the Right Call?

    #378: Property Investors Pivot to Yield and Diversification, But Is It the Right Call?
    Sep 7 2026
    Dave, Cate and Mike dig into the immediate investor reaction to the negative gearing changes and the trends taking shape in their wake. Is the shift toward yield over growth a genuine strategic rethink, or is it serviceability and higher rates forcing investors' hands? Cate shares what she's hearing from buyers week to week, while Mike unpacks why resi investors are increasingly eyeing commercial property, small retail, offices and warehousing, and how differently that asset class behaves once you move past the headline yield.

    The Trio weigh up what investors might be compromising on when they chase yield over growth, and whether that trade-off is fully understood.

    The Property Trio is:

    David Johnston, Mortgage Broker - Managing Director of Property Planning Australia https://propertyplanning.com.au/

    Cate Bakos, Buyers Advocate - Managing Director of Cate Bakos Property https://www.catebakos.com.au/

    Mike Mortlock, Quantity Surveyor - Managing Director of MCG Quantity Surveyors https://www.mcgqs.com.au/

    📩 Got a question you want answered in a future episode? Send it through https://www.propertytrio.com.au/contact-us/

    Shownotes:https://www.propertytrio.com.au/2026/09/07/propertytrio-property-investors-pivot-to-yield/
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    53 min
  • #377: The 6 Principles for Property Success to Build Lasting Wealth & Create Your Ideal Lifestyle

    #377: The 6 Principles for Property Success to Build Lasting Wealth & Create Your Ideal Lifestyle
    Aug 31 2026
    The Trio unpack the six principles that separate lasting property wealth from a scattered portfolio. They start with goal setting and long-term planning, then move through mortgage strategy, risk management, and the money management habits that fund a lifestyle by design.

    Dave discusses a sobering example of first home buyers facing negative equity after buying at 95% LVR, while Mike explains why compounding and buy and hold tend to beat timing the market.

    The Trio also make the case for quality over quantity, arguing well chosen properties beat a sprawling portfolio.

    The Property Trio is:

    David Johnston, Mortgage Broker - Managing Director of Property Planning Australia https://propertyplanning.com.au/

    Cate Bakos, Buyers Advocate - Managing Director of Cate Bakos Property https://www.catebakos.com.au/

    Mike Mortlock, Quantity Surveyor - Managing Director of MCG Quantity Surveyors https://www.mcgqs.com.au/

    📩 Got a question you want answered in a future episode? Send it through https://www.propertytrio.com.au/contact-us/

    Shownotes: https://www.propertytrio.com.au/2026/08/31/the-six-principles-for-property-ssuccess/
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    1 ora e 4 min
  • #376: The Great Investor Exodus - The Budget White Elephant Sinking the Boat, Outlook for Rates & Are Boutique Apartments Luring Investors

    #376: The Great Investor Exodus - The Budget White Elephant Sinking the Boat, Outlook for Rates & Are Boutique Apartments Luring Investors
    Aug 24 2026
    This week, Mike, Cate and Dave dig into Tim Lawless's Cotality presentation from last month's REBAA conference, unpacking where the housing cycle genuinely sits.

    📊 National dwelling values have fallen for four straight months, now around 2% below their March peak, with Sydney and Melbourne leading the slide; 97% and 98% of their suburbs recorded falls over the latest quarter. Yet Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Karratha and Wagga Wagga are still growing above 19%, so could that gap change how investors chase last year's winners?

    Cate explains what softer listings and auctions mean for buyer leverage, and Mike unpacks the investor demand risks sitting behind looming tax changes. The cycle has clearly turned, just not everywhere.

    The Property Trio is:

    David Johnston, Mortgage Broker - Managing Director of Property Planning Australia https://propertyplanning.com.au/

    Cate Bakos, Buyers Advocate - Managing Director of Cate Bakos Property https://www.catebakos.com.au/

    Mike Mortlock, Quantity Surveyor - Managing Director of MCG Quantity Surveyors https://www.mcgqs.com.au/

    📩 Got a question you want answered in a future episode? Send it through https://www.propertytrio.com.au/contact-us/

    Shownotes: https://www.propertytrio.com.au/2026/08/24/are-investors-about-to-step-back/
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    57 min
  • #375: Market Update July 2026- National Price Reversal Depends, Yields Hit Highest Level in Years, Rents keep Rising &. Total Listings Climb

    #375: Market Update July 2026- National Price Reversal Depends, Yields Hit Highest Level in Years, Rents keep Rising &. Total Listings Climb
    Aug 17 2026
    This month's Property Trio market update sees Cate, Dave and Mike digging into July's figures, questioning whether the headline numbers are keeping pace with what's really happening on the ground.

    National values fell 0.7%, with only Darwin, Perth and Hobart holding positive territory, and Cotality quietly revising prior months lower. 🏡 Melbourne draws real attention, with affordability and rising yields raising the question of genuine resilience.

    Rents keep climbing, listings tell a mixed story across cities, and the RBA's warning of another possible hike looms large. A tight, data-driven read on where the market stands and what could shift it next.

    The Property Trio is:

    David Johnston, Mortgage Broker - Managing Director of Property Planning Australia https://propertyplanning.com.au/

    Cate Bakos, Buyers Advocate - Managing Director of Cate Bakos Property https://www.catebakos.com.au/

    Mike Mortlock, Quantity Surveyor - Managing Director of MCG Quantity Surveyors https://www.mcgqs.com.au/

    📩 Got a question you want answered in a future episode? Send it through https://www.propertytrio.com.au/contact-us/

    Shownotes: https://www.propertytrio.com.au/2026/08/17/ep-375-july-2026-market-update/
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    45 min
  • #374: The Ultimate Guide to Buying, Selling and Upgrading in a Downturn

    #374: The Ultimate Guide to Buying, Selling and Upgrading in a Downturn
    Aug 10 2026
    Buying and selling a property at the same time can feel like a logistical minefield. In this episode, Mike, Cate and Dave explore the strategies, risks and financial considerations involved in upgrading or downsizing.

    They discuss whether it is better to buy or sell first, when bridging finance makes sense, why subject-to-sale offers can be problematic, and how settlement periods, rent-backs and early access can create valuable flexibility.

    The Trio also explores loan porting, contingency planning and the importance of understanding your worst-case scenario before committing. With careful planning and the right advice, the buy-and-sell dance doesn’t have to become a disaster.

    The Property Trio is:

    David Johnston, Mortgage Broker - Managing Director of Property Planning Australia https://propertyplanning.com.au/

    Cate Bakos, Buyers Advocate - Managing Director of Cate Bakos Property https://www.catebakos.com.au/

    Mike Mortlock, Quantity Surveyor - Managing Director of MCG Quantity Surveyors https://www.mcgqs.com.au/

    📩 Got a question you want answered in a future episode? Send it through https://www.propertytrio.com.au/contact-us/

    Shownotes: https://www.propertytrio.com.au/2026/08/10/buy-first-or-sell-first/
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    51 min
  • #373: After the Budget – A Deep Analysis of Who are the Winners, the Losers and What Happens Next

    #373: After the Budget – A Deep Analysis of Who are the Winners, the Losers and What Happens Next
    Aug 3 2026

    In this extended episode of The Property Trio, Cate Bakos, David Johnston and Mike Mortlock unpack the far-reaching implications of the 2026 Federal Budget and its property tax reforms.


    They explore how the changes could affect property prices, rents, yields, investor behaviour and first home buyers, while discussing the risks and opportunities emerging in today's market. The trio also examines established versus new property, long-term investment strategy, potential economic impacts, and whether the reforms could eventually be repealed. If you're deciding whether to buy, hold or wait, this episode delivers practical insights to help guide your next move.

    The Property Trio is:

    David Johnston, Mortgage Broker - Managing Director of Property Planning Australia https://propertyplanning.com.au/

    Cate Bakos, Buyers Advocate - Managing Director of Cate Bakos Property https://www.catebakos.com.au/

    Mike Mortlock, Quantity Surveyor - Managing Director of MCG Quantity Surveyors https://www.mcgqs.com.au/

    📩 Got a question you want answered in a future episode? Send it through https://www.propertytrio.com.au/contact-us/

    Shownotes: https://www.propertytrio.com.au/2026/08/03/after-the-budget/
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    1 ora e 9 min