The Crazy House Prices Podcast

Ciaran Mulqueen
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From Ciarán Mulqueen. A podcast on all things housing in Ireland. Follow me on Instagram: @crazyhouseprices

  1. 6D AGO

    Ep 49: Why Irish People Hoard Houses: The 41% Tax Trap & "Untouchable" Estate Agents

    Quick roundup from the latest housing news in Ireland: Revolut’s mortgage roll-out is on hold, a huge Dundrum site is finally turning into 934 homes despite one stubborn objector, the PSRA complaints system still feels broken, and there are some new SEAI grants worth knowing about. Also, I finish with a hot take; Ireland’s tax rules on investing are pushing people into property instead of simple, safe investment pots. Fixing that could actually help cool the housing madness.  Sponsors: Beat the Bank Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want to support the page and podcast, head over to my Patreon and get access to over 100 extra exclusive podcasts.

    17 min

  2. FEB 6

    Ep 48: Renters Warning - The New March 1st Rules with Lorcan Sirr

    In this quick episode I break down the big rental shake‑up hitting new tenancies from 1 March 2026: the nationwide rent cap (CPI or 2% max), rolling six‑year tenancy cycles, and the messy loopholes landlords might use. I also chat with housing expert Lorcan Sir about junk fees, landlords splitting companies to dodge rules, and the three simple questions you should ask before signing any new lease, plus why you must keep everything in writing. You can order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here Sponsors: Financial Planning Matters Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want to support the page and podcast, head over to my Patreon and get access to over 100 extra exclusive podcasts.

    21 min

  3. JAN 22

    Ep 47: Bad Golf Shots Blocking Homes, Government Gaslighting, and Why 2027 Will Be Brutal for Buyers

    In this episode 47 I break down the terrifying drop in home starts, the Department of Housing’s PR antics, and the heartbreaking rise in older people facing homelessness. I also explain why Ireland’s so-called 'cost rental' isn’t the same as the Vienna model, call out a bizarre golf-club planning objection, and finish with a little mortgage-rate good news. Sponsors: Beat the Bank Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want to support the page and podcast, head over to my Patreon and get access to over 100 extra exclusive podcasts.

    16 min

  4. JAN 16

    Ep 46: From Gigs to Mortgages: Chris Kent’s Three-Year House Hunt

    Great chat with my favourite comedian right now, Chris Kent. He tells the wild, funny and painfully relatable story of nearly three years hunting for a home in Ireland; from terrible viewings and bizarre estate agents to bidding wars, a famous bouncy castle argument, and finally buying the rental they’d been living in. If you’re in the middle of house viewings or feeling fed up with the whole mess, this episode should help lighten the mood a bit! We chat mortgage struggles, the value of a good broker, the weirdest viewing moments, and why sometimes getting outbid is actually a blessing.  Sponsors: Beat the Bank Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want to support the page and podcast, head over to my Patreon and get access to over 100 extra exclusive podcasts.

    42 min

  5. JAN 8

    Ep 45: The €1m Social Home, Empty AirBnbs & Trump's Housing Ban

    Another wild week in the Irish housing world: developers want €1m for a social home apartment, 75% of short‑term lets sit empty while homelessness climbs, and there’s even a surprise mortgage rate cut from Avant. I’ll walk you through the headlines and what it actually means for people trying to buy or rent in Ireland. You can order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here Sponsors: Financial Planning Matters Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want to support the page and podcast, head over to my Patreon and get access to over 100 extra exclusive podcasts.

    13 min

  6. JAN 2

    Ep 44: Supply You Can't Buy, The Immigration Excuse & Modular Homes

    If the sight of cranes around cities leaves you questioning why supply is so low, this episode is for you. I cut through the spin to explain the "supply you can't buy" problem, unpack the Taoiseach's controversial comments about immigration, and read the heartbreaking letters landing on the housing minister's desk. I also cheer on solo buyers, look at why landlords selling up is making things worse, and end on a bit of good news: banks are finally warming to modular, green homes.  Sponsors: Beat the Bank Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want to support the page and podcast, head over to my Patreon and get access to over 100 extra exclusive podcasts.

    15 min

  7. 12/26/2025

    Ep 43: Mushrooms, The Script & The "Illegal" Housing Estate

    Quick roundup of Ireland's housing madness - from a damp garden studio with mushrooms (you read that right) to families stuck after paying deposits, a brutal shortage of tradespeople slowing construction, and even a cheeky idea to crowdfund a historic mansion. Join me for 12-minute cut-through of the week’s wildest stories, a bit of context, and a couple of hopeful wins that might actually matter to you. Sponsors: Beat the Bank Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want to support the page and podcast, head over to my Patreon and get access to over 100 extra exclusive podcasts.

    12 min

  8. 12/20/2025

    Ep 42: Deleted PR Video & 50-Year Mortgages: Ireland’s Housing News

    Quick roundup of the recent Irish housing chaos: a tone-deaf government video got pulled, 50-year mortgage ideas are floating around (terrible idea), the central bank’s calling out weak housing targets, and the EU’s finally moving on illegal Airbnb rentals. There’s also a new digital bank in town and mortgage rates are starting to fall; some good bits amid the nonsense. If you care about buying, renting or just not being priced out, this episode packs the latest stats, a bit of ranting, and useful context to help you make sense of it all. You can order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here Sponsors: Financial Planning Matters Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want to support the page and podcast, head over to my Patreon and get access to over 100 extra exclusive podcasts.

    11 min
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About

From Ciarán Mulqueen. A podcast on all things housing in Ireland. Follow me on Instagram: @crazyhouseprices

Information

  • Creator
    Ciaran Mulqueen
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Crazy House Prices Podcast

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