Navigating Property Market Trends and AI Impacts with Mike Mortlock

In this episode of the Buyer's Agent Networks podcast, host Julie Crockett interviews Mike Mortlock, Director of MCG Quantity Surveyors and Tax depreciation Expert. The discussion covers a range of essential topics for buyer's agents, including the importance of strategic property buying to avoid financial pitfalls, current and future data trends impacting the property market, the role of state policy in property investment, and the rising importance of buyer's agents in a challenging market.The discussion covers a range of essential topics for buyer's agents, including the importance of strategic property buying to avoid financial pitfalls, current and future data trends impacting the property market, the role of state policy in property investment, and the rising importance of buyer's agents in a challenging market. Mike also shares insights on the evolving role of AI in real estate and its potential limitations. The conversation stresses the need for continuous learning, ethical practices, and strategic planning for aspiring and experienced buyer's agents alike. TOPICS DISCUSSED 00:00 Introduction to the Buyer's Agent Networks Podcast 01:15 Meet Mike Mortlock, Director of MCG Quantity Surveyors and Tax depreciation Expert 03:13 Current Trends and Policy Risks in the Property Market 05:50 Investor Psychology and Market Manipulation 11:26 The Importance of Planning in Property Investment 17:40 Future of Property Investment: Density and Supply Constraints 23:45 The Role of Buyer's Agents in a Competitive Market 25:07 The Value of Experienced Buyer's Agents 27:51 Challenges and Opportunities in the Buyer's Agent Industry 32:55 The Impact of AI on Real Estate 43:33 Personal Insights and Closing Remarks  RESOURCES MENTIONED Connect with Mike Mortlock  Website | https://www.mcgqs.com.au/  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/mcg-quantity-surveyors/  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mcgquantitysurveyors/  Connect with Julie  LinkedIn | www.linkedin.com/in/juliecrockett  Book a time with Julie to apply for the next intake of the Buyer's Agent Course on September 9, 2025 | https://calendly.com/julieapi/30-minute-zoom-meeting  Visit the website here for the Buyer's Agent Course and join the Waitlist: https://buyersagentcourses.com.au  Ask a Question or pitch for a spot on the Buyer's Agent Networks Podcast: [email protected]  Subscribe to the Buyer's Agent Networks Podcast here: https://bit.ly/follow-buyers-agent-podcast  Forward this episode to a friend: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wPYOCU31nV0CBSfzu1q05V00m3WtVDmK/view?usp=sharing  Get the '23 FAQS Property Investors Ask A Buyer's Agent' free download here: https://buyersagentcourses.com.au/join-the-buyers-agent-network/ Join the Buyer's Agent Network to collaborate with other Buyer's Agents and real estate aligned professionals around Australia. You get: A Monthly Master Class with a real estate industry Expert AND A monthly online Networking session $44 per month to stay connected and potentially meet your next JV or referral partner. For more info and to Join the Buyer's Agent Networks:https://courses.juliecrockett.com.au/buyers-agent-networks