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Taking Back Saturday

Taking Back Saturday

Hosted by happy buyers club

Episodes

137

Latest episode

Aug 2026

Language

EN-AU

About the show

Buying a house is hard. The market is competitive and for a lot of buyers, it feels like everything is stacked against them and they don't know where to turn or who to trust. Join Sam Hunter & Chayse Jones from Happy Buyers Club every week as they explore and unlock the often complicated world of real estate to help every day aussies understand how real estate really works. Think of this as home buyer therapy. Learn more - https://linktr.ee/happybuyersclub

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August 20, 202624 min

How to solve Brisbane's housing crisis with Jess Caire

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 way.

August 13, 202625 min

Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner talks the future of Brisbane

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.

August 9, 202612 min

HoLo Market Update

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, and what buyers should be thinking about next.

August 6, 202621 min

Brisbane house prices are down again

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, this episode cuts through the headlines and explains why a softer market doesn't have to be a bad thing.

July 30, 202632 min

How to succeed at auction

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 confidence. If you're heading to an auction this weekend, don't miss this episode.

July 28, 202625 min

Inside the Mind of an Auctioneer with Sam Kelso

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 front line of Brisbane real estate. Plus, we finish with his outlook on where the market is headed over the next 12 months and one tip every buyer can take into the weekend.

July 26, 202624 min

Auctioneer Marcus Frater joins us for Auction Week

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 buyers make, what happens when an auction is paused, and practical bidding strategies to give you the best chance of success. Whether you're bidding this weekend or just want to better understand the auction process, this episode is packed with insights to help you buy with confidence.

July 23, 202618 min

Talking Brisbane Property with Mark Diamond of Atlas Brisbane

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, and the questions every seller should ask before choosing an agent. Whether you're buying or selling, this episode is packed with practical insights from one of Brisbane's top-performing agents.

July 16, 202617 min

Persist or pivot

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 strategy still makes sense. We'll cover how to use recent sales to reassess your expectations, whether you're searching in the right suburbs, if your must-haves are still realistic, and when it's time to compromise. We also discuss the next steps, from checking in with your broker to building new relationships with local agents or considering whether a buyer's agent could help get you across the line. For the elder emos - Taking Back Sunday: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1DZ06evO1b7p16?si=d6de483376034c1f

July 9, 202617 min

with Yan Tang of Yata Architecture

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.

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