Ipswich’s Real Estate Podcast

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

NGU Ipswich Central: A New Era Begins with Daniel Parsons

In this episode, Steve Athanates sits down with Daniel Parsons, the Principal of the brand-new NGU Ipswich Central office. They dive into why Ipswich Central is one of the region’s most untapped opportunities, the types of properties buyers are chasing right now, and why NGU continues to dominate the market with its proven process, unmatched presentation, and genuine respect for buyers and sellers alike. Daniel also shares what’s hot across the region — from semi-acreage living to booming pockets like Harrisville, Marburg, Peak Crossing and more. If you want to understand where Ipswich real estate is heading (and why NGU is expanding right into the heart of it), this is the episode for you.

October Market Wrap: $75 Million in Ipswich Real Estate

The Ipswich property market just keeps on delivering! In October, the NGU Ipswich team listed 95 properties and sold 75, totalling over $75.1 million in local real estate. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just keeping an eye on the market — this is your inside look at what’s really happening in Ipswich real estate.

Rates on Hold & What’s Next: Breaking Down the RBA’s Latest Decision

In this episode, Steve Athanates is joined by Steve Beach from Stanford Financial to unpack the Reserve Bank of Australia’s latest decision to keep interest rates on hold and what that means for homeowners, investors, and buyers heading into summer.
They dive into the key inflation data that caught economists off guard, what the RBA said behind closed doors, and why many analysts are now forecasting the next rate cuts in mid-2026.