The Property Diaries

In their fifth episode returning to the studio, Stacey and Cate chat all things private sales, and in particular the various twists and turns that private sale campaigns can take. Unlike auction scenarios, private sales are not governed by rules like auctions are. This time, it's all about *establishing* the agent's rules, understanding the questions to ask and being prepared for how the negotiations can pivot.

Stacey and Cate have known each other for over seven years now, and with their shared passion for property and their deep involvement in client-journeys, they thrive on bringing to life some of the more memorable experiences they've shared.

In their fourth episode returning to the studio, Stacey and Cate chat all things AUCTIONS, from how to glean valuable tips from the agents, to how they put on their best game face to bid.

Stacey and Cate have been tackling auctions together for almost five years now, and they decided to answer some of the most burning questions their buyers often ask.

In her warm and effusive way, Stacey probes Cate with some wonderful questions in an effort to give their listeners some wonderful insight into the world of property auctions. Having based her property career in Melbourne for almost twenty years now, Cate's breadth of varying auction styles, bidding tactics and vendor insights shines bright in this gripping episode.

Stacey is an energetic interviewer, a dedicated Buyer's Agent and renovator with a great collection of real-life tales to share. The duo try to keep it as authentic as possible, and with a hint of education and loads of fun.

Cate and Stacey are having a lot of fun prepping more episodes for this special series and they look forward to bringing more investor and buyer's agent stories to light in the coming weeks. Next week, we're canvasing private sale negotiation tactics... stay tuned.

We hope you enjoy!

In their third episode returning to the studio, Stacey and Cate cast a special focus onto hot markets; a very timely episode to canvas given the exceptionally tough conditions buyers are currently facing around our nation in MANY cities.

Stacey shares some of her examples of a hot market from her experiences of late in her home town; Geelong. Geelong has been one of the star performers throughout COVID-19 and it is no stranger to tight days on market, hefty price increases and excruciatingly challenging competition levels.

While buyers can't easily hold back their competition, there are some things that they can do to maximise their chances of success in any market. The pair discuss these tips and shed light on the importance of being able to move quickly.

"Our tactic was to say to the agents, 'don't worry about what's listed, tell me what you are listing' ..."
Stacey is an energetic interviewer, a dedicated Buyer's Agent and renovator with a great collection of real-life tales to share. The duo try to keep it as authentic as possible, and with a hint of education and loads of fun.

Cate and Stacey are having a lot of fun prepping more episodes for this special series and they look forward to bringing more investor and buyer's agent stories to light in the coming weeks. Next week, we're canvasing auction tactics... stay tuned.

We hope you enjoy!

In their second episode returning to the studio, Stacey puts Cate back in the hotseat and asks all of the questions she can muster that relate to second-time investors. What makes investors return? What precludes some? And why is it a diminishing number as the magnitude of investment properties held by Aussie investors increases?

From poorly executed strategies to terrible motivations, Stacey prods Cate with every impressive question imaginable. The two enjoy their banter, and hope that their listeners enjoy their answers to the questions that so many wonder about.

Stacey is an energetic interviewer, a dedicated Buyer's Agent and renovator with a great collection of real-life tales to share. The duo try to keep it as authentic as possible, and with a hint of education and loads of fun.

In this special first episode of many, Stacey and Cate talk all facets of their job, experiences and property adventures.
Stacey hosts this time, and quizzes Cate about life as a landlord, and more specifically, the journey that a budding landlord can anticipate. This isn't restricted to first time landlords either; Cate shares some tips on the various adventures she's personally experienced, and she also shares some valuable pointers in an effort to ease unnecessary landlord stress.
Cate also mentions her Property Manager matrix and discusses the difference between a good property manager and a *great* one. The attached matrix is free for our listeners to print/download.
Cate and Stacey had a lot of fun prepping for this special series and they look forward to bringing more investor and buyer's agent stories to light in the coming weeks. We hope you enjoy!

Peter Karaoglanis returns to the studio to chat with Cate about the importance of presenting a property for sale or rent, and he shares openly some of the journeys he's experienced as a small business owner.
A property tidy up doesn't stop at visual presentation. Peter shares with our listeners some of the extremes his clean ups cover, from drug residue to horrendous scents, and he explains some of the fundamental items that are a must-do for anyone who is thinking of selling or renting.

Peter Karaoglanis runs a business called Rent Sell Buy Move, which as the name suggests, is a business that plays a key part in a lot of home transitions. Peter launched his boutique business over ten years ago after recognising an opportunity to put his strengths and experiences into play.
Rent Sell Buy Move is a versatile operation that tackles clean ups and home improvement for those who are transitioning; whether it be upgrading, downsizing, selling or renting. No job is too large or too small, and diversity seems to go hand in hand for Peter.

"A home is your castle, we are now preparing to be someone else's castle" is one of Peter's favourite motto's.

In this first (of two) episode, Cate delves into the idea behind the business, the experience Peter gleaned leading up to launching Buy Sell Rent Move, a typical day in the life of Peter, his experience as a cameraman and his love of coffee.

In this second episode with Kay, Cate chats openly about the rigour and excitement of the Telstra Businesswomen's awards, and how crucial a role the awards played in her life during this exciting time. Kay was a judge of the awards and she speaks from the heart about some of the amazing entrants she met, the impressive things that these women went on to do, and her motivation for playing a key role.

Kay is a supporter of women, a mother of two daughters and a wonderful beacon of encouragement for those around her.

Kay Colquhoun is an inspiring woman in her own right, professionally and personally. What she's well known for in the business community is her ability to lift others and promote great individuals; specifically women.

Kay has experienced a significant career shift, from her days as a trained nurse on the ward to her more recent roles with banks and financiers following her MBA.

A dedicated mother, wife, colleague, awards judge and moreso, an incredible team player, Kay brings some of her magic to the studio and joins Cate to talk all things career shifts, property and client care.

One of Kay's most wonderful traits is her raw honesty and care. In a world of high net worth clients, it takes strength to tell someone, "I don't like your idea", but Kay does this with finesse and sensitivity.

We hope you enjoy this wonderfully engaging catch up between two friends who share a common connection; The Telstra Businesswomen's Awards.

One of Sydney's most engaging and caring property managers returns to the studio. Chris Dimitropoulos shares with us his initial impetus for starting his own business, his reasons for doing things differently, and he generously shares some valuable little secrets that he applies when working a tough market.

Cate quizzes Chris on some of the elements that every new business entrepreneur needs to consider. From self doubt to juggling family time, working out the unique selling proposition, to managing organic business growth. Chris is raw, honest and very happy to share his success with our listeners.

Chris's openness and deep family values reign in this superb catch up.