The Crazy House Prices Podcast

In this episode of The Crazy House Prices Podcast, I break down what happens after a sale is agreed upon in Ireland, drawing from my book "How to Buy a Home in Ireland." I cover the crucial steps following a 'sale-agreed' status, such as notifying your solicitor, paying a booking deposit, arranging a pre-purchase survey, and securing mortgage protection and home insurance. I highli

In this episode of "The Crazy House Prices Podcast," I delve into the extra costs of buying a home in Ireland, a key topic from my book "How to Buy a Home in Ireland." I cover essential expenses beyond the deposit, such as stamp duty, solicitor and valuer fees, property tax, home and mortgage protection insurance, and moving costs. Listeners will gain insights into managing these a

This episode is a must-listen for anyone embarking on the journey of buying a home, especially focusing on the crucial six-month preparation period before applying for a mortgage. In This Episode:- Getting Organised: Understand why the six months leading up to your mortgage application are vital and how to best prepare during this period.- Credit Reports Decoded: Learn the importan

In this enlightening episode of The CHP Podcast, I delve into a crucial topic for parents in Ireland: how to effectively invest your children’s allowance for a prosperous future. Joined by Niall, financial expert from Financial Planning Matters, we explore the intricacies and benefits of the Children's Regular Savings Plan. We discuss everything from the basics of setting up the

In this enlightening episode, I chat with friend and sponsor of the CHP page, Niall O' Connor who is a certified financial planner to demystify the world of personal finance. We begin with the basics of investing, exploring its importance for financial growth. Delve into common investment avenues, understanding their risk and returns to make informed choices. Tackling common fears

In this episode, I chat to Dara Turnbull of Housing Europe about potential solutions to Ireland's Housing Crisis. It is a lengthy and very informative chat, with a lot of good ideas. Don't forget to leave a review and consider joining my Patreon community for exclusive access to more podcasts, patron-only Q&As, and conversations with experts. Happy home hunting!Links: Tools to

In this must-listen episode of 'The Crazy House Prices Podcast,' I chat with content creator Niamh O'Sullivan to learn about her journey to homeownership. Niamh shares intimate details from the initial tour of her now-home to the "letter trick" strategy that won her the bid—even after being outbid. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or just thinking about getting started on yo

In this episode, I talk about our "off-market letter trick" and detail how we managed to buy a home without the need or use of an Estate Agent. It's a story of hope, resilience, and creativity in an unforgiving market! Don't forget to leave a review and consider joining my Patreon community for exclusive access to more podcasts, patron-only Q&As, and conversations with experts.

In this episode, I chat to An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar, about the housing crisis and his government's role in that. Don't forget to leave a review and consider joining my Patreon community for exclusive access to more podcasts, patron-only Q&As, and conversations with experts. Happy home hunting! You can order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here Sponsors: FPMS & Daf

In this episode, I chat to Lorcan Sirr about the reasons why housing is so expensive in Ireland. We dive into the crucial facts and figures behind the headlines. Don't forget to leave a review and consider joining my Patreon community for exclusive access to more podcasts, patron-only Q&As, and conversations with experts. Happy home hunting! You can order my book: "How to buy a hom