Ep 35: Buying a Home in Ireland: 8 Questions with Honest Answers
In this episode, I answer 8 of the most common and frustrating questions about buying a home in Ireland right now. From being stuck at “sale agreed” for 6 months, to whether you should fix or switch your mortgage, to the madness of 4 person mortgages and overpriced One Stop Shops. I also share honest advice on how kids affect your borrowing power, how to agree a price off-market, and whether the government is actually doing anything to fix the broken housing system.
Whether you're a first-time buyer, thinking about retrofitting, or just fed up with bidding wars and solicitor delays, this episode is for you.
You can order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here
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Ep 34: Are House Prices Going To Crash? The Current State of the Market with Lorcan Sirr
This is one of my most sobering and important podcasts yet. If you’re trying to buy, rent, or just stay sane in the Irish housing market, you need to hear it.
In this episode, I chat with the incredibly knowledgeable Dr. Lorcan Sirr about the current chaos that is the Irish housing market. We cover everything from skyrocketing house prices and the unrelenting demand on resources like water and electricity, to government policies that seem to make things trickier instead of easier.
You can order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here
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Ep 33: What's The Story with Probate and Conveyancing in Ireland?
In 2024 I was asked to be part of an Expert Panel tasked with coming up woth solutions to the delays in Probate and Comveyancing. This episode runs through the problems, our recommendations and what has happened since.
Please share this episode with anyone currently trying to buy or sell a home.
You can order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here
Sponsor: Beat The Bank
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Ep 32: Your Questions Answered – The Bits No One Tells You About Buying a Home
In this episode of the Crazy House Prices podcast, we're tackling all your burning questions about home-buying and personal finance. Whether you're wondering where to stash your savings while you search for that dream home, or need tips on selling your current home, I've got you covered. I'll dive into the nitty-gritty of mortgage protection vs. life insurance, and even share some sneaky insights about how I get to test drive fancy cars!
Expect friendly and straight-to-the-point advice on dealing with estate agents, using brokers, and managing your money smartly. Plus, I'll share my personal experiences and recommend some top-notch companies that have really made a difference for me. If you're a solo buyer feeling overwhelmed in this crazy market, don't worry, you're not alone!
You can order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here
Sponsors: Financial Planning Matters
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Ep 31: Are Rent Caps Really Killing Housing Supply? Let’s Talk Facts
Today, we're diving into a topic that's got everyone talking: rent pressure zones, or RPZs. Are these zones really putting a squeeze on housing supply, or is there more to the story? Grab a comfy seat, because we're peeling back the layers on a fascinating article by Michael Byrne, who challenges the idea that RPZs are the villains in our housing saga.
I've got loads of insights about how these rent caps might not be the sole culprits, with interest rates and construction costs playing major roles too. Plus, I'm chatting about how this all affects not just renters but homeowners and first-time buyers.
Michael's substack: https://theweekinhousing.substack.com/
You can order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here
Sponsors: Financial Planning Matters
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