In this episode of On The Couch With Steve, we dive into the performance of the Ipswich market for the month of October. Steve breaks down key trends, notable changes, and what these developments mean for investors and residents alike.

This week on On The Couch With Steve, Steve Athanates is joined by Steve Beach from Stanford Financial to unpack the latest RBA announcement. Interest rates have been held steady for the 8th consecutive meeting as the RBA monitors inflation closely. They discuss why, despite headline inflation easing, underlying inflation remains high—and what it means for the future of the cash rate. Tune in for insights on when rates might change and what this all means for the Australian economy.

In this episode of On The Couch With Steve, we dive into the performance of the Ipswich market for the month of September. Steve breaks down key trends, notable changes, and what these developments mean for investors and residents alike.

In their sixth meeting of the year The Reserve Bank of Australia has continued the pause on Interest Rate hikes, when will we see a drop? Steve Athanates is joined by Steve Beach from Stanford Financial to discuss the pause and inflation, provide a prediction on rate changes in the future and take a broader look at how the Australian economy is performing.

In this episode of On The Couch With Steve, we dive into the key trends shaping the property market as we head into the fourth quarter of 2024. It’s spring, prime selling season, and Steve shares his insights on whether house prices will continue to climb and the potential impact of interest rate pauses or drops. Plus, we discuss why property investors should consider Ipswich real estate as a prime opportunity. Tune in for a quick yet insightful chat about what to expect in the final quarter of the year and how it could affect your buying, selling, or investing decisions.

In this episode of On The Couch With Steve, we dive into the performance of the Ipswich market for the month of August. Steve breaks down key trends, notable changes, and what these developments mean for investors and residents alike.

In this episode of On The Couch With Steve, we dive into the performance of the Ipswich market for the month of July. Steve breaks down key trends, notable changes, and what these developments mean for investors and residents alike.

In their fifth meeting of the year The Reserve Bank of Australia has continued the pause on Interest Rate hikes, but will we see a drop this year? Steve Athanates is joined by Steve Beach from Standford Financial to discuss the pause and inflation, provide a prediction on rate changes in the future and take a broader look at how the Australian economy is performing.

Celebrate the 50th episode of On The Couch With Steve with Steve Athanates and our special guest Emil Juresic, CEO of NGU Real Estate. Join Steve and Emil as they dive into the Brisbane real estate market, discussing current trends, future predictions, and why housing remains a stellar investment. Don’t miss this milestone episode packed with expert insights and valuable advice! 

This week on On The Couch With Steve, Steve Athanates is joined by Cassandra Jeffs who is the Business Development Manager at NGU Ipswich. They dive into the recent changes in Queensland's rental laws, covering everything from the ban on rent bidding to new rules on rent deposits.

In this episode of On The Couch With Steve, we dive into the performance of the Ipswich market for the month of May and we get a glipse of how June is performing. Steve breaks down key trends, notable changes, and what these developments mean for investors and residents alike. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

In their fourth meeting of the year The Reserve Bank of Australia has continued the pause on Interest Rate hikes, ruling out any conversation about rate cuts. Steve Athanates is joined by Steve Beach from Standford Financial to discuss the pause and inflation, provide a prediction on rate changes in the future and take a broader look at how the Australian economy is performing.

In this episode Steve Athanates sits down with Zara Simmons, the head of the Property Law division at Stanford Legal, to unravel the complexities of conveyancing. If you're buying or selling a house, this episode is a must-listen!

This week Steve Athanates is joined by John Karlecik the owner of NGU Brisbane West! They discuss the upcoming grand opening on May 31st at the office at 152 Woogaroo St, Forest Lake and John's plans for the business.

Tune into this episode to find out latest from the Ipswich and surrounding markets and how they performed in April 2024.   On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

In their third meeting of the year The Reserve Bank of Australia has continued the pause on Interest Rate hikes, but are we at risk at seeing them rise? Steve Athanates is joined by Steve Beach from Standford Financial to discuss the pause and inflation, provide a prediction on rate changes in the future and take a broader look at how the Australian economy is performing.

Join Steve for a special edition of On The Couch With Steve, where he focuses on people looking to buy property! Steve discusses the similarities between the Parramatta and Ipswich real estate markets, offering valuable insights for both seasoned investors and first-time buyers alike.

Tune into this episode to find out latest from the Ipswich and surrounding markets and how they performed in March 2024. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

This week Steve Athanates is joined by Steve Beach from Stanford Financial and they discuss what might happen if the RBA decides to cut Interest Rates at the next announcment and how that will affect buyers, sellers and borrowers. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.\

In their second meeting of the year The Reserve Bank of Australia has continued the pause on Interest Rate hikes, but when will we start seeing cuts? Steve Athanates is joined by Steve Beach from Standford Financial to discuss the pause and inflation, provide a prediction on rate changes in the future and take a broader look at how the Australian economy is performing.   On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Join Steve in this episode as he addresses concerns raised by listeners and clients about practices in the real estate market. Learn how to validate information provided by other agents and make informed decisions. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Tune into this episode to find out latest from the Ipswich and surrounding markets and how they performed in February 2024. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Steve Athanates is joined by Matthew Taylor-Farrington to make an exciting announcement! NGU is an award winning agency that is thrilled to bring its Never Give Up attitude to the Gold Coast Region, with a new office opening up in Broadbeach. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Tune into this episode to find out latest from the Ipswich and surrounding markets and how they performed in January 2024. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

In their first meeting of the year, The Reserve Bank of Australia has continued the reprieve on Interest Rate hikes. Steve Athanates is joined by Steve Beach to discuss the reasons why, provide a prediction on rate changes in the future and take a broader look at how the Australian economy is performing. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Steve Athanates is joined by John Karlecik to make an exciting announcement! NGU is an award winning agency that is thrilled to bring its Never Give Up attitude to the western suburbs of Brisbane, with a new office opening up in Forest Lake. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Welcome to season 2 of On The Couch With Steve! In our first episode of the year, Steve recaps the end of 2023 with our usual Ipswich Real Estate Market Performance segment and we look forward to what 2024 has in store for the real estate market and the podcast. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Great news for first home buyers with the Queensland government increasing the funding to the first home buyers grant. Guest Steve Beach joins host Steve Athanates to discuss the fine print and how you can take advantage of the scheme.   The information in this podcast is general information and not advice. Stanford Financial is authorized under Australian Credit Licence Number 541480. Further information is available at www.stanfordfinancial.net   On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Steve discusses the Ipswich Real Estate market performance for November with special guest, Matthew Taylor-Farrington from Purple Bunny Marketing. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

The Reserve Bank of Australia has decided to hold on interest rate hikes, with the cash rate remaining at 4.35%. With the RBA not meeting in January, that gives us a 2 month reprieve. Steve Athanates is joined by Steve Beach to delve deeper on the announcement. The information in this podcast is general information and not advice. Stanford Financial is authorized under Australian Credit Licence Number 541480. Further information is available at www.stanfordfinancial.net On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Are you saving for your first home? This podcast will guide you through all the financial schemes and government incentives possibly available to you to assist in your first purchase. Steve Athanates is joined by special guest Steve Beach, a finance broker that has knowledge and experience to guide you through the available options. The information in this podcast is general information and not advice. Stanford Financial is authorized under Australian Credit Licence Number 541480. Further information is available at www.stanfordfinancial.net On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Steve discusses the Ipswich Real Estate market performance for October with special guest, Kira Colledge from River 94.9. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

After keeping interest rates on hold for the past four months, the Reserve Bank of Australia has resumed hiking the cash rate with a quarter of a percentage point increase. Steve Athanates is joined by Steve Beach to discuss the contributing factors that lead to the increase, how it may affect the housing market and your available methods to mitigate the changes. The information in this podcast is general information and not advice. Stanford Financial is authorized under Australian Credit Licence Number 541480. Further information is available at www.stanfordfinancial.net On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Steve Beach from Stanford Financial joins us to discuss getting financially fit. We talk refinancing options, consumer expenditures and more to help guide your way to a better financial situation. The information in this podcast is general information and not advice. Stanford Financial is authorized under Australian Credit Licence Number 541480. Further information is available at www.stanfordfinancial.net On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Ipswich Real Estate Market Performance for September 2023

The Reserve Bank of Australia has announced that interest rates will remain on pause for October. Steve Athanates is away this week, so this week in his place Matthew Taylor-Farrington from Purple Bunny Marketing is guest hosting! Matt is joined by special guest Steve Beach, Head of Lending at Stanford Financial, to discuss how the RBA's decision effects the real estate market. The information in this podcast is general information and not advice. Stanford Financial is authorized under Australian Credit Licence Number 541480. Further information is available at www.stanfordfinancial.net On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Steve Athanates is joined by fellow NGU agent Matt Drayton to discuss his outlook on the market and the process he went through when recently buying his first home. Matt is a driven individual with an ultimate focus on achieving an amazing result for his clients whilst simultaneously providing an unparalleled buying and selling experience. Having previous experience as an Intelligence Analyst and working amongst Queensland’s leading real estate agents, Matt is swift in his ability to tackle any problem head-on and come to a resolution in a timely and stress-free manner. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich. #FirstHomeOwners #NGUIpswich #OnTheCouchWithStevePod #RealEstatePodcast

Steve discusses the Ipswich Real Estate market performance for August with special guest, Matthew-Taylor-Farrington from Purple Bunny Marketing. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

The Reserve Bank of Australia has announced that interest rates will remain on pause for September, with a reprieve possibly on the way next year. Steve Athanates is joined by special guest Steve Beach, Head of Lending at Stanford Financial, to discuss its effect on the real estate market. The information in this podcast is general information and not advice. Stanford Financial is authorized under Australian Credit Licence Number 541480. Further information is available at www.stanfordfinancial.net On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Steve Athanates sits down with Laney McQueen to discuss everything about being a Real Estate Agent in the Ipswich, Queensland area.  Laney is an agent who deeply cares about her clients and is driven by a genuine desire to help people. Born and raised in Ipswich, Laney lives and breathes real estate. Having previously worked as a lawyer for 12 years, Laney brings a unique perspective to the real estate industry. Her legal background equips her with exceptional negotiation skills, attention to detail, and a keen eye for contractual intricacies. With a genuine love for property, interior design and architectural design, Laney’s passion shines through in her work. #realestatepodcast #agents #nguipswich #ipswichqld

Steve is joined by Matthew Taylor-Farrington from Purple Bunny Marketing to discuss the Real Estate market for sellers, buyers and renters throughout the Ipswich region and Australia for July 2023. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

The RBA has continued the Interest Rate pause for August although consumer spending is still a concern. Steve Athanates is joined by special guest Steve Beach, Head of Lending at Stanford Financial, to discuss its effect on the real estate market. The information in this podcast is general information and not advice. Stanford Financial is authorized under Australian Credit Licence Number 541480. Further information is available at www.stanfordfinancial.net On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich. 

Steve is joined by Dan Holmes from NGU Greater Springfield to discuss what's happening in the Greater Springfield real estate market. Dan discusses what's coming to Greater Springfield in the near future and what makes the area so appealing for buyers. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Steve is joined by Matthew Taylor-Farringon from Purple Bunny Marketing to discuss the Real Estate market for sellers, buyers and renters throughout the Ipswich region and Australia for June 2023. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

The RBA has announced a pause on Interest Rates for July although inflation is still a large concern. Steve Athanates is joined by special guest Steve Beach, Head of Lending at Stanford Financial, to discuss its effect on the real estate market. The information in this podcast is general information and not advice. Stanford Financial is authorized under Australian Credit Licence Number 541480. Further information is available at www.stanfordfinancial.net On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich. 

Steve is joined by John Karlecik of NGU Ipswich to discuss how the current real estate market is performing as of June 2023. John discusses his process for selling including terms of sales, finding alignments with the buyer's and seller's expectations and his current thoughts on the market. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich. 

Steve is joined by Kira Colledge from River 94.9 to discuss the Real Estate market for sellers, buyers and renters throughout the Ipswich region and Australia for May 2023. On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Interest rates are on the rise again after the RBA increased them for June, making it the 12th increase since May 2022. Steve Athanates is joined by special guest Steve Beach, Head of Lending at Stanford Financial, to discuss its effect on the market. The information in this podcast is general information and not advice. Stanford Financial is authorized under Australian Credit Licence Number 541480. Further information is available at www.stanfordfinancial.net On the Couch with Steve is a Podcast where we help you navigate the world of buying and selling real estate with Steve Athanates the Owner & Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.