THE REAL DEAL

In this episode of The Real Deal, we sit down with Gerard Burg Head of Research, to unpack what’s happening in the Australian property market and what it means for the Gold Coast. We cover the current downturn, interest rates, affordability, investor changes, the luxury market and what history tells us about where the market could head next.

In this episode:

• Are we officially in a property downturn?
• What’s causing the current market slowdown
• The impact of interest rates on borrowing capacity
• Why the Gold Coast market is different
• What investor changes could mean for rental supply
• The strength of the Gold Coast luxury market
• The impact of the 2032 Games on construction
• How long property downturns typically last
• What history tells us about the next market recovery

In this episode of The Real Deal, we sit down with Gold Coast architect Bayden Goddard to unpack more than 25 years of designing some of the region’s most recognisable homes.

Bayden shares how his early exposure to renovating and building shaped his path into architecture, before reflecting on the start of his own practice, the clients who helped launch it, and the iconic projects that helped define his career.

We dive into the difference between timeless design and trend-driven architecture, how social media has changed the way people approach building homes, and why some designs age well while others quickly feel dated.

Bayden also shares his thoughts on the future of the Gold Coast, from preserving the character of local suburbs to balancing growth, density, tourism and liveability. The conversation also touches on construction costs, the need for more trades, and why good architecture is about more than just how a home looks.

Key topics covered:

• How Bayden got started in architecture
• The early days of his practice on the Gold Coast
• Designing iconic homes like Tidemark and Albatross
• Why clients should trust the design process
• The impact of Instagram and Pinterest on architecture
• Timeless design vs trend-driven homes
• What makes materials and finishes age well
• Preserving the character of Gold Coast suburbs
• The future of density, urban renewal and local village culture
• Rising construction costs and the shortage of young trades

This episode is a deep dive into design, lifestyle, growth and what it takes to create homes that genuinely stand the test of time.

In this episode of The Real Deal Podcast, we kick off Season Two with Jared Johnson, Director of Coastal Commercial, to unpack his journey through real estate, construction, business ownership and the Gold Coast commercial property market.

Jared shares how his early start in residential real estate, followed by his time with Hutchinson Builders, gave him a unique understanding of property, construction and commercial assets. From there, he explains how he transitioned into commercial real estate, teamed up with Lachlan Marshall / Lachy, and helped grow Coastal Commercial into the business it is today.

The conversation also dives into the reality of business ownership, what changed after Lachlan Marshall / Lachy, stepped back from the partnership, and how Jared has stepped up to lead from the front. He also reflects on becoming a dad, falling back in love with the sales process, and the role his team has played in the business doubling over the past 12 months.

We also explore the current state of the Gold Coast commercial market, including tight supply, strong local confidence, industrial demand, auction results, investor sentiment and why more people are starting to look at commercial property as a long-term income strategy.

• Jared’s journey from construction into commercial real estate
• The growth of Coastal Commercial and the lessons of business ownership
• How becoming a dad changed Jared’s motivation and long-term thinking
• Why the Gold Coast commercial market remains strong
• The difference between residential and commercial investing
• What Jared sees ahead for the market over the next 12 months

This episode is a deep dive into growth, leadership, commercial property and the mindset required to keep evolving in business.

In this episode of The Real Deal Podcast, we kick off Season Two with Jared Johnson, Director of Coastal Commercial, to unpack his journey through real estate, construction, business ownership and the Gold Coast commercial property market.

Jared shares how his early start in residential real estate, followed by his time with Hutchinson Builders, gave him a unique understanding of property, construction and commercial assets. From there, he explains how he transitioned into commercial real estate, teamed up with Lachlan Marshall / Lachy, and helped grow Coastal Commercial into the business it is today.

The conversation also dives into the reality of business ownership, what changed after Lachlan Marshall / Lachy, stepped back from the partnership, and how Jared has stepped up to lead from the front. He also reflects on becoming a dad, falling back in love with the sales process, and the role his team has played in the business doubling over the past 12 months.

We also explore the current state of the Gold Coast commercial market, including tight supply, strong local confidence, industrial demand, auction results, investor sentiment and why more people are starting to look at commercial property as a long-term income strategy.

What we cover:

• Jared’s journey from construction into commercial real estate
• The growth of Coastal Commercial and the lessons of business ownership
• How becoming a dad changed Jared’s motivation and long-term thinking
• Why the Gold Coast commercial market remains strong
• The difference between residential and commercial investing
• What Jared sees ahead for the market over the next 12 months

This episode is a deep dive into growth, leadership, commercial property and the mindset required to keep evolving in business.

Pro surfer Liam O’Brien joins the boys to break down his journey from Rainbow Bay grom to world-tour competitor, and how mindset, resilience, and pure obsession keep him chasing a CT comeback. Liam opens up about the injury that derailed his first season, the rollercoaster of falling off tour, rebuilding confidence, and the Gold Coast community (including his sponsor Coastal) rallying behind him through it all. From Burleigh CT madness to Cyclone Alfred monsters, this episode hits every angle, surfing, performance, business, and life.

We cover:

• The brutal ankle injury that derailed his first CT season
• How releasing expectations actually unlocked results
• Parallels between elite surfing & real-estate listing presentations
• Social media, athlete branding & the business of modern sport
• His run on the Challenger Series and mindset going into Pipe & Newcastle

Massive episode with a grounded, humble weapon of a human.

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In this episode, we sit down with Ed Cherry, two-time #1 Coastal agent and partner of the Palm Beach office. Ed shares his journey from Coolangatta kid → Billabong marketing intern → Big Brother intruder → one of the most influential marketers in Gold Coast real estate.

We cover:

• How a chance meeting with Sophie Carter pulled him into real estate
• Why referrals and relationships built his entire career
• The Palms campaign that changed everything
• Ed’s creative approach to videos, storytelling, and high-impact campaigns
• Why he rarely talks on camera — and lets the property do the talking
• The truth about running an office while staying a top performer
• How community, consistency, and showing up built the Palm Beach powerhouse

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In today’s episode, we sit down with triathlete Brayden Mercer to talk all things endurance sport. He shares the story behind his win at the Noosa Triathlon, how he’s preparing for the upcoming World Championships, and his best tips for anyone looking to get started in triathlon.

In today’s episode, we sat down with Jason Boon the Director at Richardson & Wrench. Jason discussed his journey in Real Estate, explaining how he navigated through the ups and downs and what it takes to become a top Real Estate agent.

In today’s episode, we sat down with Phil Harris the Managing Director at Harris Real Estate and Auctioneer. Offering his key insights on how to achieve success in the Real Estate Industry.

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In today's episode, we sat down with Lee Woodward the founder of Lee Woodward Training Systems. Providing key advice for real estate professionals and leaders to excel in their chosen careers.

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