Cate Bakos - Reviews

We recently relocated from Sydney to Melbourne and were feeling overwhelmed by the challenge of buying our first home in a new city. Working with Cate and her team was the best decision we could have made. From the start, Cate helped us identify the suburb that best suited our lifestyle and needs, something that can be daunting when you're unfamiliar with the area. Thanks to her guidance and expertise, we not only found a property within our budget, but secured a standalone villa unit with a backyard rather than an apartment, something we didn’t think would be possible. In fact, the property we purchased wasn’t even on our radar at first. It was outside our initial budget, and we would have never considered it on our own. But Cate encouraged us to take a closer look, recognising its long-term value and strong potential. Her strategic thinking paid off. She helped us negotiate effectively, and we ended up securing the home at a price we were comfortable with. Even more impressive, we began our search in early January (the quiet period) and by 30 January, we had signed the contract of sale. The whole process was efficient, well-managed, and far less stressful than we ever expected. One of Cate’s greatest strengths is her sharp eye for detail. She spots potential issues in properties that we would have easily missed and often uncovers valuable information that gives you an edge during negotiations. She is also refreshingly honest: she will give you candid feedback, not just what you want to hear, to ensure you make a well-informed decision. That level of integrity was incredibly reassuring throughout the process. It’s also clear that Cate is highly respected by selling agents, which speaks volumes about her professionalism, industry knowledge, and approach. Her reputation helps open doors and build trust throughout the buying process. It’s now been three months since we moved in, and we genuinely feel we’ve found the perfect location for us. Time will tell if it was a good long-term investment, but so far, we couldn’t be happier. The home suits us perfectly, and the whole experience exceeded our expectations. Cate and her team, Pip and Renee, are outstanding. They project-managed every step of our property search, always advocating for our best interests and providing expert advice. Beyond their buyer’s agent service, you also benefit from their trusted network of professionals for conveyancing, building inspections, and more. Everything was coordinated seamlessly, which made a big difference. We’ve already recommended Cate to a friend, who also secured an off-market property through her, and we’ll continue recommending her without hesitation. Thank you, Cate, for helping us start this exciting new chapter of our life. We’re truly grateful for your support, professionalism, and care throughout the journey. Maeva & Mattia

18 July 2025

We used Cate to help us find an investment property, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. Cate is an absolute expert in her field. Her knowledge of the market, investment strategy, and the buying process gave us confidence from day one. She and her team worked incredibly hard to find the right property for us and were always focused on achieving the best possible outcome. Throughout the entire process, Cate was responsive, professional, and proactive. She kept everything moving quickly, communicated clearly, and was there to help us every step of the way. She really held our hand right through until settlement, making what could have been a stressful experience feel straightforward and well managed. When it came time to negotiate and take action, Cate was the ultimate professional, and we were so glad she was on our side. We can’t recommend Cate and her team highly enough. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, hardworking buyers agent who genuinely cares about getting the right result, you won’t find better.

3 August 2026

One of the best investments I’ve ever made in my life . Saved me from so many unknown problems that within two weeks they had justified the fee. On top of that the team are ridiculously professional, intelligent knowledgeable, kind, generous and fast! No question was ever too hard to answer. They were on call at all times- I just could not have felt more supported and safe. Oh, and that’s before we even get to Cate on auction day. No one stood a chance with her formidable presence and stunning technique and knowledge of how to get the best deal down to cents. I would work this team again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend 💫

26 July 2026