Taking Back Saturday

This week on Taking Back Saturday, we’re thrilled to welcome one of Brisbane’s most recognisable voices in real estate – Peter Burgin, Chief Auctioneer and Head of Performance at Place Estate Agents.

From judging elite auctioneering competitions to calling some of Brisbane's best auctions, Peter shares what separates a good auctioneer from a great one, when auction is (and isn’t) the best method of sale, and the biggest mistakes sellers make under the hammer.

We also dive into the evolution of the Brisbane auction market over the last decade and where Pete sees the market heading in the next 12 months.

Whether you're a buyer, seller, or Saturday property tragic – this one is packed with insight. Don’t miss it.

This week on Taking Back Saturday, we’re diving into one of the biggest frustrations facing Brisbane buyers: hidden price ranges and the lack of clear asking prices on listings.

If you're seeing properties in your saved searches that are expecting to and selling over your maximum budget, you’re not alone—and it’s not necessarily the agent's fault.

We're breaking down how REA (realestate.com.au) actually works behind the scenes, from how price bands are created to why you're seeing properties way outside your range.

We’ll show you two simple ways to uncover the hidden price range of any listing, and explain why this issue is less about agent trickery and more about the way the platform is built.

Plus, we share our top tip for saving time and stress.

Whether you're house hunting in Holland Park, Newmarket, or anywhere across Brisbane, this episode will arm you with the knowledge to avoid open home disappointment and take back your Saturday.

On this week's episode of Taking Back Saturday, we’re diving into the legal side of buying property — and before you switch off, trust us, this is the episode you need before you make your next move.

We’re joined by Natalie Pearson from JHK Legal — one of our favourite property lawyers and a total legend when it comes to helping our clients navigate contracts, clauses, and all the fine print. It’s her podcast debut, and she absolutely delivers.

We start with the question we get in our DMs weekly: "What searches do I actually need?" Then we tackle everything from cooling-off periods, sunset clauses, and finance fallout, to what actually happens if settlement can’t go ahead. Plus, how the new seller disclosure laws are going to impact you as a buyer.

If you're wondering whether to get your contract reviewed (spoiler: yes), or whether you should talk to a solicitor before making an offer (spoiler: also yes), this episode is packed with answers — and some hard truths — to help you buy smarter.

Whether you're heading to an auction this weekend or just starting your search, this one’s a must-listen.

In this week’s episode of Taking Back Saturday, we say goodbye to the public holiday fog and federal election noise—and hello to a clear Brisbane winter (this is our season!).

We break down the current state of the market: steady, fair and honest. The high and low ends are humming along, while the middle is stalling under the weight of mismatched buyer and seller expectations.

We dig into why agents need to have honest conversations earlier (or risk letting the auction do all the work), what the recent data around average purchase time means for those hoping to be in a new home by Christmas, and why now might be a golden window for buyers before the market heats up again.

Plus, we talk through the RBA’s upcoming decision, NAB’s bold interest rate predictions, and what a series of cuts could mean for affordability and buyer frenzy. As always, we keep it sharp, honest, and local.

This week on Taking Back Saturday, Chayse is joined by Cayle Blaxland from McGrath Wilston — a standout in Brisbane’s inner north real estate scene, known not just for selling blue chip properties, but for being a true blue chip bloke himself.

We dive into what first sparked Cayle’s passion for real estate and what keeps him driven today. We also get candid about the reputation real estate agents face, how Cayle chooses the sellers and properties he works with, and his approach to building successful sales campaigns — from method of sale to the role of staging and tech in a modern market. Plus, we explore the art of negotiation, handling tough deals, and whether off-market properties are all they’re cracked up to be.

If you're curious about the inner workings of high-end real estate or just want an inside look at what separates the best agents from the rest, this episode is for you.

After a successful long weekend family camping trip (yes, together), Sam & Chayse have a bit of fun on this week's podcast sharing their five camping lessons that apply to buying real estate.

• Location is everything 

• Be prepared

• Do your research

• Beware of neighbours 

• Have a great team around you

Joining us on this very special Thursday edition of Taking Back Saturday is the 4122's top auctioneer and real estate agent, James Austin from Ray White Mount Gravatt.

Chayse and James talk all things auctions - the good, the bad and ugly. A very interesting listen for anyone looking at buying or selling via auction.

On this week's episode of Taking Back Saturday, Sam and Chayse discuss one of the biggest frustrations for buyers, particularly in QLD, and that is no-price marketing of properties.

They discuss why it's done, how to reconcile with that and how buyer's can best navigate the listings without price guides, including auctions.

A very relevant episode for anyone in the market right now.

Joining Taking Back Saturday this week is fellow buyers agent, Lauren Jones of LJBA. Being a property owner, investor and Qualified Property Investment Advisor herself, Lauren shares her thoughts on what she looks for in an investment property for her and her clients, whilst sharing some fun stories about buyer superstitions and dealing with real estate agents.

This week on TBS, Chayse and Sam discuss how they are seeing the Brisbane market as we near the end of Q1. They talk price growth, listing levels, seller expectations and how to have a win before the Easter Bunny arrives.

So crack open an early packet of hot cross buns and enjoy this week's podcast with the boys from happy buyers club.