Cate Bakos, David Johnston and Mike Mortlock

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

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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 overloaded with information and one size fits all recommendations from the media, well-meaning friends a...

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Cate Bakos, David Johnston and Mike Mortlock

Episodes

#219: The Role of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), Why they Target Interest Rates & Why we Need Inflation, Just not too much! 21.08.2023 50:52

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Cate hosts this this exciting second trilogy episode and the Trio enjoy working through some of the burning questions about the RBA and their responsibilities, actions and challenges. What is the RBA’s mandate and how does it...

#218: Market Update July 23 – Rental growth slows, will rent freezes fan the flames, exploring the office exodus & capitals thrive 14.08.2023 43:42

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Cate points out that the capital cities have outperformed the regional cities of late, and Dave draws our listener's attention to the sheer performance of Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Sydney when contrasting the median value...

#217: The Inflation Conundrum - Unravelling its Causes and Consequences 07.08.2023 41:48

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Inflation... What is it, why is it a problem and what causes it? Mike hosts this this exciting special episode and the Trio work to demystify this economic phenomenon, along with some of the terms that we often hear in the new...

#216: Valuing Uniqueness - Appraising Properties with Special Features or Drawbacks 31.07.2023 57:57

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Dave hosts this episode and opens by suggesting that appraising property requires a delicate balance of art and science. Appraising a property: How do we discount or add on a premium when something noteworthy is impacting the...

#215: Property Puzzle - Piecing Together Your Next Purchase Strategy 24.07.2023 47:57

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM The Trio decided to celebrate Bastille Day by giving this listener a pseudo name; Amelie. Our listener sent through a multitude of great questions and the trio decided to circle in on Amalie’s challenge for this episode. Ameli...

#214: Market Update June 2023 - Interest Rate Increases Yet to Dampen the Market, Sydney Soars, Investor Exodus & Regional Surprises 17.07.2023 50:40

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Mike kicks off our episode with the fresh announcement of our new RBA Governor. The trio wish Michelle the very best in her new role, and they also chat about the departure of Philip Lowe and the key mistake that likely drove...

#213: Exploring How Government Policy Shapes Investor Behaviour - Decoding the Queensland Land Tax Ripple Effects 10.07.2023 43:41

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Mike's planning for this episode has Cate and Dave laughing... our newest muskateer is challenging the Trio with his cheeky script. But they won't fall prey to his tricks. Today's episode is all about some insightful data that...

#212: Unlocking the Secrets of Inspecting Property - Expert Strategies for Assessing Properties like a Pro 03.07.2023 47:37

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM This episode is all about the things that buyers should look for when inspecting property; the red flags, practical tips, seeing beyond hire furniture and fresh paint, .... and the non-negotiables. "Before we put any inspectio...

#211: How Many Properties Do You Really Need, Do I Buy 2 Cheaper Properties or 1 Higher Value & Retirement Planning 26.06.2023 52:27

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM The trio enjoy a catch up after Cate's visit to Adelaide and a day out with Pete and the students. Pete sends a special hello to all of our listeners! Mike's weekly market update circles around the RBA minutes and the monetary...

#210: May Market update - How the Upper Quartile is Driving Market Movements, Generational Shifts & Boomer Effect, and Recession 19.06.2023 51:48

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Mike kicks off our market update with Sydney - up by 5% for the quarter. While this big city does a lot of heavy lifting when it comes to median figures, Cate points out that every single capital city is recording positive med...

#209: Listener questions - Mastering property planning in unique circumstances, and unveiling buyer’s agent conflicts 12.06.2023 1:00:50

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Mike's market update focuses on some new tax data which identifies the highest earning suburbs in Australia. WA's Cottesloe and Peppermint Grove take the lead and the range of incomes will surprise a few. Among other facts and...

#208+: Extended Market Update Midweek Special - One per cent servicing buffers, rising unemployment and tenant's rights 11.06.2023 12:06

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM This midweek updaate was too juicy to wait for, so the trio bring to light three new market updates to share with our listeners. Mike talks about some breaking data signalling a weakening job market and he sheds light on what...

#208: The Distance Dilemma - Decoding the Proximity Puzzle for Property Investors 05.06.2023 54:04

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM The trio kick off this exciting episode with a discussion about the Westpac consumer sentiment index and the recent changes that our markets have been experiencing. Dave and Mike ponder the role that the media play versus the...

#207: Mortgage mastery for investment borrowing and the hold or fold dilemma 29.05.2023 51:13

Got a question for the trio? Click here This ep is crafted around two excellent listener questions that hinge around mortgage strategy. But before the trio jump into the questions, they share their market updates. Land tax reforms (and other 'fruity' ideas) are the topic of conversation for many Victorian investors, and Cate talks through the changes with Mike and Dave. She touches on some of the...

#206: Breaking free from buyer's paralysis - Mastering the art of property decision-making and conquering FOBBABO 22.05.2023 41:40

Got a question for the trio? Click here This ep was about FOBBABO, an acronym Cate made up years ago. She coined this phrase a while back when buyers started having second thoughts after an ideal property came along. This episode is dedicated to the trick buyers often play on themselves… some of the reasons why, things that amplify FOBBABO, why it can be dangerous, and ways to tackle it when it ha...

#205: April Market update: April Market update: Budget night and rising rents ... how do we solve this issue? 15.05.2023 52:46

Got a question for the trio? Click here Mike opens his first official Market Update episode and kicks off the conversation with the Federal Government's budget night announcements. Notably, the trio talk about the impact on the property market, in particular the measures that are proposed to ease the cost of living and the government's approach to tackle the rental crisis. The Trio ponder the comp...

#204: Ownership structures Part 2 - Parental support, shared equity schemes and co-ops 08.05.2023 45:31

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Welcome to The Property Trio! Formerly The Property Planner, Buyer and Professor , we've rebranded! The trio ponder the RBA rate increase decision. Cate points out that while the rate of inflation is reducing, the inflation fi...

#203: Ownership structures Part 1 - Co-ownership, parental support, buying with friends and alternative ways that buyers enter the market 01.05.2023 43:31

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Welcome to The Property Trio! Formerly The Property Planner, Buyer and Professor , we've rebranded! The trio ponder the current market and share their thoughts on the improving conditions and some of the contradicting economis...

#202: Meet the Quantity Surveyor, Mike Mortlock 24.04.2023 43:52

Formerly The Property Planner, Buyer and Professor. Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM For this exciting episode, some 200 eps following the original podcaster intro's, Dave and Cate introduce Mike! They chat all things quantity surveying, but drill into the No...

#201: March Market Update - Has it turned, or is this a dead cat bounce? 17.04.2023 48:12

Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Welcome to The Property Trio! Formerly The Property Planner, Buyer and Professor , we've rebranded! We are proud to be bringing your regular episodes to your podcast feed with our newest musketeer, Mike Mortlock. Cate and Dave...

#200+: Our third musketeer's job interview. Welcome to the Property Trio, Mike Mortlock! 11.04.2023 5:28

Dave and Cate share with the listeners the appointment of Mike Mortlock to 'Third Musketeer' status on The Property Trio. Mike's job interview and Cate and Dave's discussion prior about the key attributes they're searching for. This little mini-ep taster provides a bit of humour and some insight into Mike's wit and charm. We welcome our clever Quantity Surveyor to the show! Congratulations, Mike!

#200: Our 200th Ep - A special farewell to Pete and some wonderful memories to share of our journey 10.04.2023 51:44

Formerly known as The Property Planner, Buyer and Professor, we've rebranded to The Property Trio. Our listeners who have subscribed to our show don't need to do a thing. Each week's episode will keep landing in your feed. Got a question for the trio? http://bit.ly/3mlk8Rw Show notes: https://www.propertytrio.com.au/episodes/ As Dave and Pete said at the start, "We made the double century". This s...

#199: The Property Professor's Memoirs – Part 3: The inspiring journey from family home to investor to developer 03.04.2023 44:48

Formerly known as The Property Planner, Buyer and Professor , we've rebranded to The Property Trio . Our listeners who have subscribed to our show don't need to do a thing. Each week's episode will keep landing in your feed. Got a question for the trio? https://zfrmz.com/0S6ddQ7y4WzaE3qX3xZt Show notes: https://www.propertytrio.com.au/episodes/ This is arguably one of the trio's favourite set of...

#198: The Property Professor's Memoirs – Part 2: The inspiring journey from family home to investor to developer 27.03.2023 40:21

Formerly known as The Property Planner, Buyer and Professor , we've rebranded to The Property Trio . Our listeners who have subscribed to our show don't need to do a thing. Each week's episode will keep landing in your feed. Got a question for the trio? https://zfmz.com/uLtjhyBskV96PYeJfal Show notes: https://propertyplanning.com.au/the-property-professors-memoirs-part-2-ep-198/ This is arguably o...

#197: The Property Professor's Memoirs – Part 1: The inspiring journey from family home to investor to developer 20.03.2023 50:54

Formerly known as The Property Planner, Buyer and Professor , we've rebranded to The Property Trio . Our listeners who have subscribed to our show don't need to do a thing. Each week's episode will keep landing in your feed. Got a question for the trio? https://zfmz.com/uLtjhyBskV96PYeJfal Show notes: https://propertyplanning.com.au/the-property-professors-memoirs-part-1-ep-197/ This is arguably o...