On The Couch With Steve
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.
Episodes
August has kept the Ipswich property market on its toes. In this month’s wrap, Steve Athanates and Matt Taylor-Farrington break down the big stories: from new disclosure laws slowing the sales process, to steady buyer demand, government incentives for first home buyers and huge gains in the lower end of the market. If you want a true snapshot of what’s happening right now in Ipswich real estate, this episode has you c...
July was a huge month for NGU Real Estate Ipswich!
We listed 73 properties and sold 86 – that’s more than two homes every single day. In this episode, we wrap up all the action from July, share what these results mean for the local market, and thank the Ipswich community for their incredible support.
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just keeping an eye on the Ipswich property scene, this...
In this week’s episode of Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast, Steve Athanates is joined by Steve Beach from Stanford Financial to unpack the RBA’s latest move — cutting interest rates from 3.85% down to 3.6%. They break down what this decision means for homeowners, buyers, and investors, and how it could shape the property market in the months ahead.
This week on Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast, guest host Matt Taylor-Farrington from Purple Bunny Marketing is joined by Steve Beach from Stanford Financial to break down the latest RBA announcement.
Despite most experts tipping a rate cut, the Reserve Bank surprised the market by keeping rates on hold. What does this mean for mortgage holders, buyers, and the Ipswich property market? Matt ...
In this week’s episode of Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast, we sit down with Steve Athanates to talk about some exciting developments for the NGU Greater Springfield team. Steve is proud to officially announce that he is now the sole owner of the NGU Greater Springfield Office, a major milestone for one of the region’s most dynamic agencies.
But that’s not all, the team will soon be moving into a brand new office location within Sprin...
In this episode, Steve Athanates unveil Ipswich’s eye-watering May 2025 numbers: 94 listings and 70 sales, equating to $58 million in just 31 days. They discuss how interest-rate cuts and first-home buyer concessions have supercharged buyer confidence, spiking open-home attendances. Plus, hear about nine new property management sign-ups and 11 rentals sealed in May. Whether you’re buying, selling, or renting in Ipswich, this is you...
With Steve Athanates away on a well-deserved holiday, this week’s episode is hosted by Matthew Taylor-Farrington, who’s joined by Steve Beach from Stanford Financial to break down the Reserve Bank’s latest decision.
The RBA has reduced the cash rate from 4.1% to 3.85%, Matthew and Steve discuss how the rate drop could impact the local property market and what it means for buyers looking to enter the mark...
The Ipswich market shows no signs of slowing down! In this episode of Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast, host Steve Athanates shares the latest numbers with 68 new listings and 61 sales in just 30 days, the team is moving over $1 million in property every single day.
Steve also dives into what’s hot (and what’s starting to cool) across local suburbs like Brassall, Flinders View, and Collingwood Park, plus in...
March was MASSIVE for the Ipswich market with over 60 homes listed, 66 properties sold, and more than $50 million in real estate moved by the team at NGU Real Estate! In this episode of Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast, Steve Athanates breaks down the numbers, the momentum behind the market, and where the biggest opportunities are right now. From skyrocketing unit and townhouse prices to continued demand for big blocks and acreage, we...
The RBA has put interest rates on hold once again. So what does this mean for homeowners, buyers, and investors? This week on Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast, Steve Athanates sits down with Steve Beach from Stanford Financial to unpack the decision, discuss market trends, and explore what could be coming next. Don’t miss this expert breakdown!
Buying a home? Don’t get caught off guard by hidden defects! This week on Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast, host Steve Athanates is joined by Matt Taylor-Farrington from Purple Bunny Marketing to answer the most frequently asked questions about building and pest reports. From identifying common structural issues to negotiating price reductions when major defects are found, this episode is packed with essential insights for home buyers...
Big news in the property world! This week on Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast, host Steve Athanates is joined by Steve Beach from Stanford Financial to break down the RBA’s latest decision to cut interest rates from 4.35% to 4.1%.
What does this mean for homeowners, buyers, and investors? How will it impact the Ipswich property market? Tune in for expert insights on what’s ahead in 2025.
Season 3 of Ipswich's Real Estate Podcast: On The Couch with Steve is here! In our first episode of the year, we dive into NGU Ipswich’s January 2025 results. From standout sales to market trends, Steve breaks it all down and gives you an inside look at how the year has started in Ipswich real estate.
As we close out 2024 and Season 2 of On the Couch with Steve, host Steve Athanates is joined by Matthew Taylor-Farrington for the ultimate Ipswich real estate recap.
Together, they dive into the November market results and reflect on the standout trends and achievements in the local property market this year. Don’t miss this insightful wrap up to cap off an incredible season!
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In this episode of On The Couch With Steve, Steve Athanates welcomes Logan Stanford from Stanford Financial. They break down the Reserve Bank of Australia’s latest announcement, with rates remaining on hold for the 9th consecutive meeting. Logan also sheds light on the new Help to Buy Scheme, explaining how it could open doors for Australians looking to enter the property market.
Steve Athanates sits down with Daniel Parsons from NGU Real Estate Ripley to celebrate an incredible milestone. After just seven months in the industry, Daniel has reached elite status, generating half a million dollars in gross commissions.
They discuss Daniel’s journey, and the dedication it takes to achieve such rapid success. Tune in to hear Daniel’s story and what it takes to thrive in real estate...
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 rate...
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.
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