The Crazy House Prices Podcast

I've packed ten of my best home buying tips into this episode and kept it to ten minutes. We go through everything from why you should be saving 12-13% and not just 10%, to the websites I used to research every property before I set foot in a viewing, to the warning signs in listings that most buyers miss. All good stuff. 10 minutes well spent. Sponsors:  Beat the Bank Please support the Podcast a...

Three things this week. The government released its affordable housing figures for 2025 and claimed 17,700 homes delivered. The real number of state-built affordable homes for purchase is 935; and not one of them was built in Dublin City. I go through exactly what's in those figures and why the headline number is misleading. Then: a proposal to cut stamp duty for first-time buyers. Sounds like goo...

This week is a full listener Q&A — ten real questions from people in the thick of buying a home in Ireland right now. I cover: what to do when you're the only bidder and the estate agent goes silent on you. Why a bank can refuse your mortgage because of a management company — and what it means if yours does. Whether siblings can buy together and how you handle unequal repayments. Could global...

This week I’m breaking down eight of the biggest housing stories in Ireland right now, from the madness of some counties having far more Airbnbs than homes to rent, to housing starts falling off a cliff, to the fact we still have nearly 60 ghost estates almost 20 years after the crash. I also get into the planning changes that might actually help ordinary people, what mortgage rate warnings could...

Heavy episode this week, yet again. I go into the horrendous new homelessness record, why the government’s "completions" number is misleading, and how most new homes are being swallowed by investors instead of sold to ordinary buyers. I also talk about a shocking Wexford story where 36 eviction notices were handed out days before new rent protections kicked in; families left terrified while a deve...

Here is the audio from a recent Instagram Live I did with Eoin O' Connor, who you may know as The Mortgage Guy on Instagram! If you’ve been putting off sorting your mortgage, let this be your sign. We break down exactly where to start in the first 30 days: pick up the phone to a broker, get your free credit check, tidy up your bank accounts, and explore government schemes or family help to bridge...

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,...

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,...

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 t...

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...

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:  Financia...

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 wors...

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...

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, r...

In today’s episode I’m joined by Sinéad O’Carroll from Finance Solutions to break down the full mortgage process in a clear, practical way. We talk through what you should have in place before applying, how lenders look at income and repayment ability, why your credit report matters, and why using a broker can save you time and stress. We also answer the questions you sent in, including: Borrowing...

Psychotherapist Ann Bracken joins me to talk about the emotional toll the housing crisis is taking on people across Ireland — and what you can do to manage it. We cover: Why housing stress puts you in survival mode How it affects sleep, mood, and relationships Tools to calm your nervous system and feel more in control What’s in your control (and what isn’t) How to build resilience without burning...

The housing crisis isn’t inevitable, it’s a choice. In this episode, I share 21 real, practical ways Ireland could fix housing if we actually wanted to. From banning fake bids and bringing back vacant homes, to creating a sovereign housing bank and taking housing out of politics completely; these are all ideas that already work in other countries. Other countries fixed it. We can too. 🎧 Listen, l...

In this episode of The Crazy House Prices Podcast, I’m joined by housing expert Lorcan Sirr to dig into the numbers behind Ireland’s new homes. Last year, just 4% of new homes in Dublin were sold to households; the rest went to investors or the state. We talk about €875,000 apartments, why 9 out of 10 new builds never come on the market, and how government policy is geared towards landlords instea...

Rents in Ireland have hit record highs with just 1,652 properties available to rent nationwide as of August 2025. At the same time, the June Daft.ie House Price Report shows only 12,100 homes for sale, far below the 30,000 needed for a healthy housing market. In this episode of The Crazy House Prices Podcast, I compare renting vs buying in Ireland in 2025, using the latest Daft rent and house pric...

Buying in a chain in Ireland? In this episode, I share proven tips to keep your home sale and purchase from collapsing. Learn how property chains work, why they’re so hard in today’s Irish housing market, what you can control, and how to prepare for delays, closing dates, and last-minute surprises. Essential listening for first-time buyers and second-time buyers in Ireland. You can order my book:...

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 g...

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 ele...

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 Please support the P...

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...

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 re...