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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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42:27

#337: Buying Property in a Trust - Genius Strategy or...

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

2025/11/24

This episode unpacks the myth of “unlimited borrowing” through multiple trust structures. Cate, Dave, and Mike explain why lenders look through trusts to the borrower, meaning all debts are still counted. They cover higher costs, tougher lending policies, and land tax pitfalls. Trusts offer asset protection, not extra borrowing capacity....So investors must seek proper legal, tax, and lending advice.The Property Trio is: David Johnston, Mortgage Broker - Managing Director of Property Planning

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59:03

#336: Market Update October 2025 – Price Growth...

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

2025/11/17

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM🎧In this month’s Property Trio market update, Mike, Cate, and Dave unpack the latest October market figures... and there are some interesting stats to discuss 📊 💥 Nationally, growth is still positive for every single capital city. Perth has topped the charts at 1.9% monthly growth, while Darwin, Adelaide and Brisbane remain

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#335: Underquoting Exposed - How to Protect Yourself...

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

2025/11/10

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMIn this week’s episode, the Trio tackle a serious issue..... Underquoting. It frustrates buyers, skews listing information, and undermines trust. In this fiery episode, Dave, Cate, and Mike unpack what underquoting really is, how to recognise it, and why buyers need stronger protection.What Underquoting Actually Is 🔍Dave kicks

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51:04

#334: First Home Frenzy - How the 5% Deposit Scheme...

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

2025/11/03

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMIn this week’s episode, the Trio unpack one of the most impactful housing policy changes we’ve seen in years: the expansion of the Home Guarantee Scheme. As of 1 October, eligible first home buyers can now enter the market with just a 5% deposit and without paying Lenders Mortgage Insurance. And the ripple effects are already

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43:33

#333: Why Media Predictions About Crashes, Cliffs &...

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

2025/10/27

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMThis week, Mike, Cate and Dave take a data-driven look at the property predictions that missed the mark. From mortgage cliffs to phantom crashes, the Trio revisit some of the biggest doomsday headlines of recent years and unpack what actually happened in the market. 💥 The Mortgage Cliff That Wasn’tRemember the panic about

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52:25

#332: Market Update September 2025 – Confidence in...

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

2025/10/20

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMIn this month’s Property Trio market update, Mike, Cate, and Dave unpack the latest September market figures — and there’s a lot to cover! 📊 💥 Nationally, growth is back on track, with all capital cities in positive territory. Darwin leads the charge at 1.7% monthly growth, while Perth and Brisbane have regained strong

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51:31

#331: Property Planning Dilemmas – How to Navigate...

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

2025/10/13

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM🎙️This week, the Trio tackle a fantastic listener question from Alex, who, along with his partner, has done an incredible job kickstarting their property journey early — but now faces a common crossroads. 🏡💭 💬 Alex’s Story:At just 28, Alex and his partner have built an impressive portfolio of two investment properties

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40:51

#330: Inside the 2025 PIPA Investor Survey - What...

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

2025/10/06

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM🎙️In this week’s episode, Dave, Cate and Mike unpack the eye-opening results from PIPA’s 2025 Annual Property Investor Sentiment Survey, now in its 11th year. As two of PIPA’s board members, Cate and Mike bring insider insights into what’s really behind the growing number of investor exits, and what it all means for Australia’s

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40:42

#329: Climate Change and Property - How to Navigate...

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

2025/09/29

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM🎙️This week on The Property Trio, Mike, Cate and Dave dive into how environmental risks are reshaping the housing market, from skyrocketing insurance premiums to property value discounts in flood-prone areas.🌏 The scale of the risk is staggering. Drawing on the Climate Council’s At Our Front Door report and the latest insurance

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35:45

#328: Avoiding Compromised Investments - Should You...

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

2025/09/22

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM🎙️This week on The Property Trio, Cate and Dave field two great listener questions. Max, a young investor weighing his options for a second property asks: Should I buy now at 90% LVR and pay lenders mortgage insurance (LMI), or wait until I save for 80% LVR and a lower rate? 💡 Getting in soonerDave explains that buying at 90%

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59:20

#327: Market Update August 2025 – Second Wind for...

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

2025/09/15

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMIn this latest market update episode, the Trio unpack the findings in the August data, and they reflect on the cash rate cut and how 2025's third cash rate cut has impacted the early spring market.🏡 The Property Trio: Market Movers, Segmentation & City Standouts It's interesting to see the perennial performers of 2023 and

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41:39

#326: All Things Granny Flats – Insights on...

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

2025/09/08

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM🎙️ In this episode of The Property Trio, Dave Johnston, Cate Bakos, and Mike Mortlock unpack a fantastic listener question from Jade about granny flats in Melbourne. With her mum considering upsizing and building a $250,000 granny flat for multi-generational living, Jade wanted to know: is it a smart value-add or just an

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#325: Clearing the Deposit Hurdle - Why the Old 20%...

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

2025/09/01

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM🎙️ In this eye-opening episode, Dave, Cate and Mike dig into brand-new research on housing affordability from MCG Quantity Surveyors. But instead of looking at mortgage repayments, this report flips the focus to deposits — an obvious entry hurdle for buyers. What they uncover is staggering: the time it takes to save a 20%

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41:38

#324: Unpacking Investor Challenges – The Build, Hold...

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

2025/08/25

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM🎙️ Should I Build or Hold? A Listener’s Dilemma with a Vacant Block in Tasmania In this week’s episode of The Property Trio, we tackle a thoughtful listener question from Lauren, who finds herself at a crossroads with her property journey. Living in inner-Geelong and loving the lifestyle, Lauren is currently priced out of the

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#323: Market Update July 2025 – Darwin Soars, RBA...

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

2025/08/18

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMIn this latest market update episode, the Trio unpack the findings in the July data, and they reflect on the recent cash rate cut and what this could mean for the market.🏡 Capital City HighlightsDarwin leads the chase by a very large margin and Mike touches on the chances of double-digit growth for 2025. Cate notes that every

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42:53

#322: Expert Tips for Interpreting Data - Why Suburb...

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

2025/08/11

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM🎙In this episode, Dave is joined by Cate and Mike to tackle two common traps for investors: over-reliance on suburb-level data and the temptation of “bargains” in the bottom quartile of property prices.💸 Cate kicks things off by sharing her concerns about investors—especially first-timers—being seduced by cheap properties

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46:17

#321: ATO Tax Stats Revealed - What They Mean for...

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

2025/08/04

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM🎙️ In this data-rich episode of The Property Trio, Cate and Mike dive deep into the just-released 2022–23 ATO Tax Stats. From personal income and superannuation to rental property outcomes and tax quirks, this episode sheds light on who’s winning — and who’s hurting — in Australia’s current economic environment. Cate and Mike

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#320: Balancing Family Dreams & Property Investment –...

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

2025/07/28

Got a question for the trio? https://forms. .com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM🎙️ In this episode of the Property Trio, we tackle a fantastic listener question from James — and it sparks a really rich conversation about life stages, investment timing, and how to juggle both effectively.James and his fiancée are in their late 20s to early 30s. They’ve done well already: they bought their long-term home in

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47:30

#319: Market Update June 2025 – Darwin Returns to...

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

2025/07/21

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXMIn this latest market update episode, Mike and Cate go duo as Dave hits the road with his family. Despite Dave's absence, the June market update is packed with insights and trends, although we do miss the lending data from Dave in this ep.🏡 Capital City HighlightsThe national market edged up in June, with every capital city

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47:19

#318: Is Negative Gearing Worth It? - The Advantages,...

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

2025/07/14

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM🎙️ In today’s deep dive, Cate, Dave, and Mike tackle one of the most hotly debated and widely misunderstood concepts in Australian property investing: negative gearing.💡 What is Negative Gearing?Cate kicks things off by asking Dave to explain negative gearing in plain English. Dave defines it as a situation where the rental

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