Taking Back Saturday

What does $700K, $1M or $2M actually buy you in Brisbane right now? This week on Taking Back Saturday , Sam and Chayse compare what different budgets can secure in today's market versus what they could buy just a few months ago, and unpack how much your money really gets you these days.

The property market is down, the data continues to play catch up, but on the ground it's a case of wildly mixed results. This week on Taking Back Saturday , we unpack the gap between the numbers and reality, why some properties are still attracting huge interest, how to work out what a property is actually worth in a falling market, and whether buyers and sellers should wait or make their move...

This week on Taking Back Saturday , we’re joined by Justin at HoLo to talk all things home loans, from borrowing capacity and deposits to interest rates, refinancing and getting a better deal from your bank. We break down the finance fundamentals every buyer should understand and where we believe the RBA rate decision next Tuesday could go.

This week on Taking Back Saturday , we’re doing things a little differently. We’re joined by Jascha Johnston, Director of Industrial Property Brisbane, to unpack commercial property investing — from yields and leases to tenants, outgoings and the numbers that actually matter. If residential property no longer stacks up, or you’re simply curious about commercial, this is a great place to start. Com...

A listener Q&A episode of Taking Back Saturday this week with Sam and Chayse from happy buyers club. We put the callout on Instagram, you sent through the questions, and now it’s time for our responses - buying, selling, the market and everything in between. Better education link: https://bettereducation.com.au/SchoolRanking.aspx

What makes a property a fundamentally good buy? This week, Luke and Chayse from Happy Buyers Club break down the importance of identifying future objections before you buy — and why “cheap” doesn’t always mean good value. We look at main roads, flood risk, overland flow, easements, train noise and other issues that can be difficult or expensive to change, alongside the fundamentals that matter: as...

This week on Taking Back Saturday with Chayse and Sam from happy buyers club - Brisbane property data for September is in and Brisbane’s property market continues to soften, with interest rates rising and properties taking longer to sell. So what does it all mean for buyers and sellers heading into the final months of 2026? We break down the latest market data, why buyers and sellers are strugglin...

This week on Taking Back Saturday , Chayse sits down with mortgage broker, Justin Dickinson from HoLo to talk through what’s next for interest rates, affordability and house prices. What do rate rises actually mean for borrowers and the property market? What can buyers do to access more money? And if you bought 12 months ago, what should you be thinking about now? Plus, the big question: if you ca...

Buying your first home (or any home) can feel like a minefield. Deposits, borrowing capacity, grants, repayments, making offers — and trying to work out whether you’re about to make a very expensive mistake. In this episode, Luke and Sam break down the first home buyer journey from finance through to finding, negotiating and buying the right property. No jargon. No fluff. Just the stuff we’d want...

Christmas is 105 days away! So if you’re buying in Brisbane and want to be in before Christmas, you’ve got roughly 8 weeks to find the one . This week on Taking Back Saturday , we break down exactly how we’d approach the next 60 days. This is the process that we run for our clients, fast-tracked and available for all buyers currently in the market.

Spring has sprung, but it isn’t coming to save sellers. Brisbane’s market has softened, stock is taking longer to sell, and the biggest challenge for many sellers isn’t the season — it’s their expectations. This week on Taking Back Saturday , we unpack why Spring isn’t a strategy, why great homes will still command great money, and why buyers and sellers both need to price their decisions for the...

The market has changed, and so has the way buyers need to approach a deal. This week, we’re talking about patience, persistence and asking better questions when negotiations take longer and days on market continue to blow out. It’s not a time for complacency — engaged, proactive and capable buyers are gold for agents right now. We break down how to stay front of mind, understand seller expectation...

This week on Taking Back Saturday , we’re joined by Jess Caire, Executive Director of the Queensland Division of the Property Council of Australia, to unpack the big forces shaping Brisbane’s property market. We talk housing supply, affordability, the 2032 Olympics, infrastructure and what Brisbane could look like over the next 20 years — plus where the opportunities might be for buyers along the...

This week on Taking Back Saturday , we’re joined by Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner for a big-picture conversation about the future of our city. We talk housing affordability, density, growth, what Brisbane needs to protect and the legacy of the 2032 Olympics.

A special Monday edition of Taking Back Saturday with Holo's Justin Dickinson, ahead of tomorrow's RBA decision, unpacking the big questions around interest rates, bank rate cuts and whether now is the right time to refinance. We look at how even a small rate change can impact borrowing capacity, why finding your financial comfort zone matters more than simply knowing your maximum borrowing power,...

Brisbane's house prices have officially posted a second straight monthly decline, but is the market really in trouble? This week on Taking Back Saturday , Sam and Chayse unpack what the latest data is actually telling us, why the numbers are only now catching up to what's been happening on the ground since Easter, and what more choice means for buyers. Whether you're buying or selling,...

It's the Auction Week finale! In this final episode, Sam and Chayse from Happy Buyers Club bring together everything you need to know before bidding. From understanding lower clearance rates and the three opportunities to buy under an auction campaign, to auction-day psychology, bidding strategies, and what to expect when the auction pauses, this is your practical guide to buying with confiden...

Auction Week continues! This week on Taking Back Saturday , we're joined by Place Estate Agency's lead auctioneer, Sam Kelso, to unpack what really happens on auction day. From what makes a great auction and whether auctions are still the best method of sale, to handling silent crowds, registered bidders, and practical advice for buyers when the pressure is on, Sam shares insights from the...

It's Auction Week on Taking Back Saturday , and we're kicking things off with one of Queensland's most experienced auctioneers, Marcus Frater. As a second-generation auctioneer and respected sales trainer, Marcus takes us behind the scenes of what really happens before, during and after an auction. We unpack how auctions have changed in today's flatter market, the biggest mistakes...

This week on Taking Back Saturday, we're joined by Mark Diamond from Atlas Brisbane. We unpack what he's seeing in the Brisbane property market, whether selling strategies are changing, and how he tailors campaign recommendations for different homes. Mark also shares his approach to negotiation, what buyers can expect at his open homes, how he built dominant market share in his core area,...

If you've been listening to Taking Back Saturday for a while but still haven't bought, this episode is for you. This week Sam and Chayse are talking about the importance of a persist or pivot meeting. It's something they do with their own clients too —taking the time to review what's happened, reflect on what you've learnt, revisit your homework, and decide whether your strateg...

This week on Taking Back Saturday , we're joined by Brisbane architect Yan Tang to talk about what makes a home truly great. From how an architect inspects a property to the biggest mistakes in modern homes, where an extra $100k is best spent, and the features that actually add value, this episode is packed with practical insights to help buyers make better decisions.

Brisbane's property market might finally be catching its breath. This week on Taking Back Saturday , we unpack the latest price data, why market sentiment doesn't always match the headlines, and what we're seeing on the ground as buyers and sellers adjust to a softer market. We also break down the new anti-money laundering (AML) rules, cut through the online outrage, and explain what t...

This week on Taking Back Saturday, we’re joined by Asset Legal’s Jake Morrison to unpack the biggest change to Australian residential real estate in years — the new Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws taking effect from 1 July. We break down what’s changing for buyers, sellers, agents and solicitors, what extra checks and paperwork to expect, and how to avoid delays when buying property in the new AM...

This week on Taking Back Saturday , we sit down with Alwin Fung from Urban Build Co, our go-to building and pest inspector, to unpack what buyers really need to know before purchasing a home. From the biggest red flags and genuine walk-away issues to the defects that are manageable, Alwin explains how great inspectors provide context, communicate clearly and help buyers understand the difference b...