How Do I approach this geometrical locus problem?

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Let the equal sides $AB$ and $AC$ of an isosceles triangle be produced to $E$ and $F$ so that $$BE\times CF = AB^2.$$ Show that the line $EF$ will always pass through a fixed point.

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Since you asked for an approach I'm not giving a full solution.

Let P and Q be the points on AB and AC produced such that AB=BP and AC=CQ. Join EF and let it intersect PQ at R. Using whatever way you wish, find the ratio PR:RQ.

Spoiler: The ratio will come out a constant.