Buying Property in Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane? Here’s What You Need to Know (Part 1)

If you’re thinking about buying property in Sydney, Melbourne, or
Brisbane, you’re in the right place. In this episode, we talk
about the key differences between these three major Australian
cities—because let’s be honest, what works in one city might be a
complete disaster in another. We’re here to help you figure out
where your money goes further, what’s happening in 2024, and how
to avoid some of the biggest traps buyers fall into.


We have Cate Bakos joining us from Melbourne who shares what’s
really happening in the Victorian market—especially after those
long lockdowns and the media hype. Next up, we bring you all the
latest on Brisbane’s booming market, which is moving faster than
it has in years. And of course, we also cover Sydney, where even
in a so-called “normal” market, there are still plenty of
surprises to handle.


We know there’s no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to the
best buying strategy, so we’re giving you real, on-the-ground
insights to help you make the best decision for your situation.


Episode Highlights:


00:00 - Introduction


02:54 - Who is Meighan Wells?


03:26 - Who is Cate Bakos?


04:05 - Who is Veronica Morgan?


05:41 - General Market Conditions in Melbourne


07:59 - General Market Conditions in Brisbane


18:23 - General Market Conditions in Sydney


22:21 - Is there a sweet spot for investors at the moment in
Melbourne?


33:08 - Is the property market competitive in Brisbane at the
moment?


39:35 - What are the most competitive price ranges and property
types in Sydney


About Our Guest:


Cate Bakos, with a Chemistry degree from Monash
University, transitioned from a successful career in sales and
marketing with Orica to becoming an award-winning real estate
professional. After purchasing her first property at 21, she
moved into Melbourne’s Bayside property market, later founding
Cate Bakos Property in 2014. Cate has guided over 2,000 clients
through property purchases and strategies, leveraging her
expertise in lending policy and cash flow analysis. A regular
media commentator, Cate co-hosts “The Property Trio” podcast and
authored “Successful Property Investment.” She served as REBAA
President from 2019 to 2023 and continues to mentor young
industry professionals.


Connect with Cate Bakos:


Website https://www.catebakos.com.au/

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinebakos/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cate_bakos_property/



Resources:



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professional https://www.homebuyeracademy.com.au/freecourse

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https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/brokers

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Learn how to buy property without making a mistake with our
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https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/YFHBG

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Looking for a Sydney Buyers Agent?
https://www.gooddeeds.com.au

Work with Veronica: https://www.veronicamorgan.com.au

Looking for a Brisbane Buyers Agent?
https://www.propertypursuit.com.au/

Work with Meighan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meighanwells/



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