Posts by Cate Bakos
Ep. 233 – Becoming a Buyer’s Advocate – Uncovering Diverse Pathways to Buyer’s Agency, Extra Skills to Gain an Edge & On-the-Job Training
The Trio share their thoughts on the challenges of becoming a buyers agent, and diverse pathways that can lead a great cadidate to success. They also chat about the past roles that can impact a BA’s success, both positively and negative. Tune in to hear more.
Read MoreEp. 232 – Perth Property Gold Rush – Analysing Western Australia’s Property Investment Surge & Future Risks
Mike shares some industry-first data on the Perth market and the Trio delve into the stats to uncover some of the reasons why Perth is experiencing this renaissance.
Read MoreEp. 231 – Market Update October 23: Another rate increase, retail spending is up, and here comes Black Friday!
Our October monthly update is up! This month, the Trio circle in on some interesting changes and correlations, and they ponder the rapidly tightening vacancy rates. And of course, the impact of a rate rise on sentiment and discretionary spending.
Read MoreEp. 230 – Equity Unleashed: Property Planning & Borrowing for Renovations & Wealth Creation
Our fabulous listener question grips episode 230. Do we access equity to renovate or to invest? The Trio enjoy unpacking this one.
Read MoreEp. 229 – All Things Apartment & Units Part 2 – Secrets to Selection Success, Finding Capital Growth, Land to Asset Ratios & Other Expert Tips
In part two of our All Things Apartments double-feature, the Trio deep dive into the pro’s and cons of boutique blocks, and some of the risks associated with high rise.
Read MoreEp. 228 – All Things Apartments & Units Part 1 – From Boutique to High-Rise, Uncovering Opportunity, Oversupply & Lender Restrictions
In part one of our All Things Apartments double-feature, the Trio delve into the various subsets of apartments, risks and historical change.
Read MoreEp. 227 – Market Update September 23 – Eighth consecutive month of national growth, and consumer sentiment has ticked up
Our September monthly update is up! We monitor our eighth consecutive month of national capital growth, and consumer sentiment has ticked up. But what’s happening with inflation, and why are our total listings being quickly soaked up?
Read MoreEp. 226 – Property Planning to Unlock Financial Security: Hold or Sell Decisions Through Rising Holding Costs & Modelling for Retirement Success
The Trio enjoy pivoting back to a familiar listener question. This time, they address our Mentone Beach buyer’s concerns about whether to sell or hold, particularly with Victoria’s land tax changes. It’s a great ep!
Read MoreEp. 225 – Navigating the Fixed Rate Mortgage Cliff – Is It Real or Hype? Data Behind Headlines, Property Market Repercussions & Managing Risk
Mike challenges the fixed rate cliff. What is it? And is it as dire as the media would have us believe? The Trio unpack some great data in this ep.
Read MoreEp. 224 – Breaking Into Buyer’s Agency (and Other Advisory Roles) – How to Start, Survive, and Thrive
Today’s listener question relates to life as a Buyers Agent. How to enter, what it entails, and the personal attributes required for the role.
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