Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast

In this episode of Ipswich's Real Estate Podcast, Daniel Parsons steps in for Steve Athanates and is joined by Steve Beach from Stanford Financial to break down the RBA's latest interest rate decision, with the cash rate rising from 4.1% to 4.35%. They unpack what's driving the increase, from stubborn inflation to a second wave of cost pressures flowing through from the Middle East conflict, hitting transport, building costs, and everyday goods. Steve also explains why the underlying trimmed inflation figure held steady and what that means for where rates could go next. If you own property, are thinking about buying, or have investment properties, this episode gives you a clear and practical breakdown of what's happening right now and what to watch for in the months ahead.

In this special bonus episode of Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast, Steve Athanates is joined by Matthew Taylor-Farrington from Purple Bunny Marketing to discuss what could be the most critical six weeks for the Australian property market in 2026.

With global uncertainty, rising inflation, potential interest rate increases, and upcoming government policy changes, there are multiple forces converging that could significantly impact property prices, rental supply, and buyer behaviour. Steve breaks down what’s happening right now, why the market may be approaching a turning point, and what it means for both buyers and sellers in the months ahead.

In this episode of Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast, Steve Athanates is joined by Matthew Taylor-Farrington from Purple Bunny Marketing to break down March 2026 for NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

The team achieved their biggest month ever, listing an incredible 153 properties and selling 109 homes, equating to over $110 million in Ipswich real estate transactions. Steve shares what’s driving the surge in listings, from strong market conditions to growing concerns around interest rates, inflation, and global uncertainty.

They also unpack current market trends, including rising median house prices, continued demand across all property types, and what could be ahead as the market shows signs of a potential shift.

Plus, a full Q1 2026 recap reveals just how strong the Ipswich market has been to start the year. If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or investing, this episode gives you a clear snapshot of where the market stands and where it could be heading next.

In this episode of Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast, Daniel Parsons steps in for Steve Athanates and is joined by Steve Beech from Stanford Financial to unpack the latest RBA interest rate decision.

With the cash rate rising from 3.85% to 4.1%, they break down what’s driving the increase, including persistent inflation and global pressures, and what it means for homeowners, buyers, and borrowing capacity. The episode also explores how rate rises actually flow through the economy, why the impact isn’t immediate, and what to expect in the coming months.

If you’re trying to understand how this latest rate rise affects your repayments, borrowing power, and the property market, this episode gives you a clear and practical breakdown.

In this episode of Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast, Steve Athanates is joined by Matthew Taylor-Farrington from Purple Bunny Marketing to break down the February 2026 property results for NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

Despite being the shortest month of the year, February delivered the biggest month in the history of NGU Real Estate, with an incredible 121 properties listed and 97 homes sold, totalling nearly $83 million in property sales across the Ipswich region. 

Steve discusses what’s driving the continued strength of the Ipswich market, including strong buyer demand, ongoing housing shortages, and the rise in multiple-offer situations, with some properties receiving dozens of offers. They also explore which suburbs are seeing the most growth, why units and townhouses are gaining momentum, and how record-breaking sales are shaping the local market.

The episode also touches on the broader factors influencing real estate in 2026, including interest rates, global uncertainty, and Australia’s ongoing housing supply challenges.

If you want to understand why Ipswich property demand remains so strong and what could happen next, this episode is a must-listen for buyers, sellers, and investors alike.

In this episode of Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast, Steve Athanates is joined by Matthew Taylor-Farrington from Purple Bunny Marketing to unpack January 2026 for NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

NGU has just delivered its biggest January on record, listing 111 properties, selling 67 homes, and transacting nearly $58 million in property in a single month. Steve breaks down what’s driving the momentum, why NGU’s median sale price continues to outperform the Ipswich average, and what this means for sellers in today’s market.

The conversation also covers the exciting launch of NGU Real Estate Booval, NGU’s eighth Ipswich office, and why suburbs like Brassall remain some of the strongest performers for homeowners, investors, and first-home buyers alike.

If you’re watching the Ipswich market closely — or thinking of buying, selling, or investing — this episode is a must-listen.

Welcome to the first episode of Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast for 2026. In this episode, Steve Athanates is joined by Steve Beach from Stanford Financial to break down the latest RBA interest rate announcement, with the cash rate rising from 3.6% to 3.85%. They unpack what’s driving the decision, including annual inflation jumping to 3.8%, well above the RBA’s target band of 2–3%, and why trimmed inflation continues to concern policymakers. The conversation also explores how cost-of-living pressures, supply and demand, and delayed economic impacts all play a role in where rates may head next.

We’re closing out the year with some seriously exciting news.

In the final episode of Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast for the year, Steve is joined by one of Ipswich’s most recognised and high-performing agents, Laney McQueen, to officially announce the opening of NGU Real Estate Booval, launching in late January 2026.

Steve and Laney chat about why Booval was the next natural step, what the new office means for the community, and the growth of the NGU team heading into 2026.

It’s the perfect way to wrap up the year, with big vision, big momentum and even bigger plans for Ipswich real estate. Thanks for listening throughout the year — we’ll see you in 2026.

In this special yearly wrap episode, Steve is joined by John Karlecik to break down what has been one of the biggest years Ipswich real estate has ever seen.

Even before the year is officially finished, the numbers are staggering — 745 properties sold, over 828 listings, and more than $631.5 million in Ipswich real estate transacted, with the business tracking toward three quarters of a billion dollars for the year.

They unpack where the growth has come from, how Ipswich continues to outperform surrounding markets, and why affordability is pushing more buyers west as Brisbane prices push past the million-dollar mark.

In this episode, Steve is joined by Steve Beach from Stanford Financial to break down the RBA’s latest decision to keep interest rates on hold — and what it means for everyday Australians. They unpack the numbers behind rising inflation, why the board was unanimous in pausing rates. From what the RBA governor actually said, to what might happen next, to the real financial pressure everyday families are feeling — this episode gives you the clear, no-nonsense insight you need to stay ahead of the market.