On The Couch With Steve

Ipswich Real Estate Market Wrap Up for October 2024

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.

RBA Holds Rates Steady Again: What’s Next for Inflation and the Economy?

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.

Ipswich Real Estate Market Wrap Up for September 2024

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.

Interest Rates in Australia Hold Steady

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.

What’s Next for the Property Market: Predictions for Q4 2024

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.

Ipswich Real Estate Market Wrap Up for August 2024

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.

Ipswich Real Estate Market Wrap Up for July 2024

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.

Interest Rate Pause Continues, Will Rates Drop In November?

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.

50th Episode Special With Emil Juresic

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! 

New Rental Laws in Queensland

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.