Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast

Steve Athanates - NGU Ipswich
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Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast helps you navigate the world of buying and selling property, with expert insights from Steve Athanates, Owner and Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

  1. 2D AGO

    NGU Ipswich’s Massive March Recap

    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.

    14 min

  2. MAR 18

    Interest Rates Rise Again: Breaking Down the RBA’s Latest Decision

    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.

    6 min

  3. MAR 10

    Record-Breaking February: NGU Ipswich’s Biggest Month Ever

    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.

    16 min

  4. FEB 11

    NGU Smashes Records: January 2026 Market Results & What’s Driving Growth in Ipswich

    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.

    14 min

  5. FEB 4

    RBA Lifts Rates Again: Inflation, Interest Rates & What Happens Next for Property

    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.

    10 min

  6. 12/22/2025

    Announcing NGU Real Estate Booval with Laney McQueen

    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.

    8 min

  7. 12/16/2025

    The Ipswich Property Year in Review: Sales, Growth and What the Numbers Really Say

    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.

    15 min

  8. 12/10/2025

    RBA Holds Rates: But Will There Be a Rate Rise Next Year?

    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.

    19 min
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Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast helps you navigate the world of buying and selling property, with expert insights from Steve Athanates, Owner and Principal of NGU Real Estate Ipswich.

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  • Creator
    Steve Athanates - NGU Ipswich
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    89
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