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The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner, Buyer and Professor)

Cate Bakos, David Johnston and Mike Mortlock

Formerly The Property Planner, Buyer and Professor, our show rebranded in 2023 to The Property Trio.Residential property is the only asset class we live in, it is where we raise our families, and it is our most expensive investment, yet property advice remains unregulated. Our objective is to educate time-poor professionals through deep insights from our experts who have provided thousands of Australians with personalised advice and education spanning two decades. In a climate where we are

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55:32

#297: Market Update Jan 25 – Markets Brace for RBA...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2025/02/17

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMThis week, Mike hosts the monthly market update and kicks off with a segment about Darwin. But, as Cate states, data points don't make a trend line. Darwin's recent performance may be noteworthy, but historical data suggests that Darwin's median property price is still less than what it was a decade ago. And while talking data,

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#296: Nailing Your Investment Purchase – Cash Flow...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2025/02/10

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMCate hosts today's listener question episode and Matthew writes in with his question; "I'm currently seeking to purchase an investment property in Melbourne, with a max budget of $1.2 million (as advised by my mortgage broker). I'd appreciate your opinion on what you consider to be the optimal investment-grade asset."The Trio

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58:21

#295: The Trio’s Top Predictions for 2025 - What’s in...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2025/02/03

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMIt's another bumper episode, and we promise we won't keep clocking one hour eps.Following on from last week's retrospective on how the Trio went with their 2024 predictions, this time they each shared their 2025 predictions.What will the market do? - Cate thinks that 2025 will be a better market than 2024. Cate guesstimates 7.5%

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#294: A Recap of the 2024 Year in Property – And Our...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2025/01/27

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMThe Trio love this retrospective. Each year, they predict the following year and at year end, they review their predictions and rate each other's accuracy. Today's show is a lot of fun, and it's our longest podcast recording ever.... sorry folks. We will try to keep it under an hour going forward. Dave got the best score for our

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47:37

#293: Market Update Dec 24 – Listings Hit 5-Year...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2025/01/20

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMThe Trio enjoy regrouping after a lovely summer break. This week, they canvas the December figures. The indices deliver mixed outcomes, and overall the national monthly movement registers a slight market decrease, but what can this be put down to? There are markets within markets, and the Trio break down some of the standout

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#292: Property Trends to Watch in 2025 - What Every...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2025/01/13

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMThis week, Cate hosts the show and the Trio list three specific trends to watch in 2025. Dave opens up the discussion about the financial markets and contemplates the chances of a rate cut in February. He notes that the market have fully priced in a cut by the month of April. To date, the RBA's RateTracker is still showing a 73%

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46:32

#291: The Truth About Building Inspections - What...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2025/01/06

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMThis week, Dave hosts the show and the Trio chat all things Building Inspections. Cate starts out by clarifying the purpose of a building inspection. Contrary to popular opinion, building inspections aren't tickets to renegotiate a sale. Under certain circumstances, a renegotiation can occur, but the market conditions and

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#290: Five Ways Property Buyers Fail to ‘Property’...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2024/12/30

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMThis week, Dave has prepped a great episode for our listeners. Cate opens up the conversation with the first of the five mistakes that buyers make when they fail to plan. Failing to set clear short and long term goals can undermine an investor's outcome from day one. Dave provides some clear pointers for buyers to adopt as they

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#289: Shared Equity Strategies - Making the Most of...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2024/12/23

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMA lovely listener writes in to us with some questions about the Victorian shared equity scheme. Shared equity opportunities aren't restricted to just Victoria though. This ep is relevant to any Australians who are considering a shared equity option with the government.How should Luke approach this? Should he pay it down with

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#288: Market Update Nov 24 – Perth, Brisbane &...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2024/12/16

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMThe Trio are back together in the studio! The Trio comment on some of the interesting indices for the state of the nation in the month of November.Cate marvels at regional performance outstripping capital city performance. The big tier, top three cities are showing weaker growth and Melbourne has continued to show modest price

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#287: How Government Interventions Are Shaping the...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2024/12/09

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMToday, Cate and Mike tackle a broad array of government incentives, legislative changes and initiatives. Have they all worked? And what are some of the unintended consequences."Lack of consultation is probably a root cause of some of these negative outcomes." The rollout of the recent Victorian rental minimum standards is one

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#286: Is Investing in Property Still Worth It?...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2024/12/02

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMToday, Cate and Mike dive headfirst into the findings from the Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA) Sentiment Survey, taking the opportunity to unpack some pressing questions while Dave is away. A big thank you to all the investors who contributed to the survey—it’s their insights that shape episodes like

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#285: First-Time Property Investors and Family...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2024/11/25

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMToday the Trio roll up their sleeves and tackle first-time property investors and family planning. A special callout to our lovely listeners, "Sheree" and "Chloe" (not their real names), for prompting this insightful episode.Why do first-time investors often consider helping their children onto the property ladder? Cate and Mike

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#284: Market Update Oct 24 – Sentiment Waxes & Wanes...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2024/11/18

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMCate kicks off this episode with Dave while Mike hikes around New Zealand. The Duo note some of the interesting indices for the state of the nation in the month of October. They marvel at Hobart's quick pivot and wonder what has driven the positive growth. The combined regions outperformed the combined capitals too, and despite

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38:33

#283: Your Guide to Regional Property Investing -...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2024/11/11

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMToday the Trio roll up their sleeves and tackle regional investing. A special callout to our lovely listener, Ester for prompting this exciting episode.Why do investors choose to invest regionally? Cate shares some of the reasons she started investing in the regions. Cashflow is one key element, but diversification also

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42:59

#282: The Ultimate Guide to Property Depreciation -...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2024/11/04

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMToday's episode is all about depreciation; Mike's wheelhouse! Dave opens the conversation with a question for Mike, "How often should I update or review my depreciation schedule to maximise my tax benefits?" Reports last an owner as long as they hold the property. Mike delves into the role of the quantity surveyor when it comes

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#281: Mastering Accessing Equity - Loan to Value...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2024/10/28

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Today's episode is all about loan to value ratio's (LVR). Mike throws Dave the first question; "In twenty words or less, what is LVR?" Cate delves into the reasons why LVR is so important when it comes to Mortgage Insurance. Managing risk is what lenders do, but once a buyer triggers mortgage insurance, dwelling types, quirks

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#280: The Impact of Infrastructure on Property Values...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2024/10/21

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMMarilyn's question is about the suburban rail loop civil works in Melbourne, and how this could influence the suburbs and property markets that are impacted by the project. Dave sheds light on the shortfalls of Melbourne's current rail lines, and the future changes that the project will enable."It is the most expensive

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#279: Market Update Sep 24 – National Price Growth...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2024/10/14

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMMike kicks off this episode, and after stumbling with Cate's surname (yes, he's on fire with names), the Trio crack into the market update for September."Is this the beginning of the peak or decline for these markets?"Perth's rate of growth has slowed, and the Trio ponder whether it's listing numbers, tightening household

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#278: Crafting a Personalised Plan for Retirement...

The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner,... ·

2024/10/07

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMToday's episode is a great case study. Georgia is stating to feel the strain of managing her two investment properties and she wants to make sure she makes the right decisions now so that she can enjoy her retirement. Georgia is 52 and has no children, lives in Sydney, and works four days per week. She owns a property in

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