Welcome to episode 30 of the Crazy House Prices podcast. Ever thought taxes could be sexy? Well, maybe not, but let's try save you a few quid anyway as in this episode I'm chatting with my accountant, Alan from Cloud Accounts, to dig into everything you need to know about taxes. Before you tune out—hold on! This chat could help you hang onto hundre…

In this episode of the Crazy House Prices podcast, I'm joined by the insightful Michael Byrne, a leading voice on housing policy. We're digging deep into the results of the recent general election and what it means for housing in Ireland. With Mick's expertise, we tackle why Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael managed to sway voters once again, despite the o…

In this episode I chat with Social Democrats' election candidate for Dublin North West Rory Hearne about their ideas on housing. Plus, don't miss out on some handy tips for your election research homework - my two favorite websites for breaking down party policies and matching yourself with the perfect candidate. Let’s get you informed and ready to…

In this episode I chat with Sinn Féin TD and housing spokesperson Eoin Ó Broin about their ambitious new housing plan, "A Home of Your Own." 🏠 You can order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here Sponsors: Beat The Bank & Daft.ie Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if …

Ever dreamed of traveling the world without breaking the bank? Well, you're in for a treat! In this episode of the Crazy House Prices podcast, I'm diving into the world of home exchanges. Join me, Ciarán Mulqueen, as I share our family's adventure swapping homes with a lovely family in Valencia, and how they got to experience the charm of Dublin in…

Welcome to episode 25 of the Crazy House Prices podcast! Today, we're diving deep into the world of mortgages with none other than Eoin O'Connor from Finance Solutions, aka The Mortgage Guy on Instagram. I've known Eoin for ages, and trust me, his mortgage knowledge is top-notch. If you're not following him yet, you definitely should! We'll tackle …

Welcome to another episode of the Crazy House Prices podcast with your host, Ciarán Mulqueen. Today, we're diving deep into the vacant home grant—a hot topic on my Instagram lately. I've chatted with two amazing guests: one waiting on drawdown and another who has already drawn down. If you haven't heard of the vacant home grant, it's an opportunity…

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Crazy House Prices podcast! I'm Ciarán Mulqueen, and today I'm thrilled to chat with my good friend Shay Lally from Houses to Restore on Instagram. Shay's got a wealth of experience in quantity surveying, and we dive deep into your top questions about home renovations. In this episode, I pose five big ques…

Hey there! Welcome to the Crazy House Prices podcast, hosted by Ciarán Mulqueen. In this episode, I dive deep into the common reasons why house purchases or sales fall through and how you can avoid these pitfalls. Whether you're buying or selling, this guide is packed with tips to ensure a smooth transaction. Follow me on Instagram at @CrazyHousePr…

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 prote…

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 g…

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…

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 fr…

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 inform…

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…

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 thin…

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, a…

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"…

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 ca…

In this episode, I dive into the crucial aspect of buying a home in Ireland – bidding. Learn insider tips and strategies collected from successful bidders and estate agents to help you navigate the bidding process with confidence. I'll discuss essential topics, such as researching the property and area, understanding your buying position, and devel…

Check out Tony's podcast; Tony Cantwell's Hit Show wherever you get your podcasts and you can support his Patreon by clicking here You can pre-order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here Sponsors: Beat The Bank & Daft.ie Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want…

You can pre-order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here Sponsors: Beat The Bank & Daft.ie Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want to support the page and podcast, head over to my Patreon and get access to over 60 extra exclusive podcasts…

You can pre-order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here Sponsors: Financial Planning Matters & Daft.ie Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want to support the page and podcast, head over to my Patreon and get access to over 60 extra exclusive podcasts…

CrazyHousePrices Instagram & Twitter My Patreon Seán Keyes Twitter ESRI Report RTÉ article on ESRI report Sponsors: Financial Planning Matters & Daft.ie You can pre-order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want to support …

In this episode I chat with the minister about his policies, the homeless figures, Build To Rent plus lots more. You can pre-order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want to support the page and podcast, head over to my Pa…

Links to the websites discussed: - Calculate your property tax - Property Price Register - MyPlan.ie - LandDirect.ie - Flood Info - BER cert search on SEAI - RIAI building and construction costs guidelines - Broadband, TV and Phone availability search - Network coverage map You can pre-order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here Please suppo…

After thousands of conversations with people looking to buy a home, I think I have gleaned some valuable information and have a pretty good insight into what the most common problems are. So I decided to try and come up with some solutions! Here are the problems: Home buying taking too long People being gazumped Buyers/Sellers Pulling out Local aut…

This is the first episode in a series all about How To Buy a Home in Ireland I run through everything you need to know about your mortgage plus a few questions at the end: - If I have AIP, can I take out a small loan to cover costs? - Can I get a renovation mortgage? - How do you calculate in advance what your repayments will be? You can pre-order …

You can pre-order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my Patreon Make sure to follow me on Instagram and if you want to support the page and podcast, head over to my Patreon and get access to over 50 extra exclusive podcastsPor Ciaran Mulqueen

Huge thank you to Lorcan for having the chat with me. You can pre-order my book: "How to buy a home in Ireland" here Q&A section: see the infographic on How To Switch Your Mortgage here Please support the Podcast and Instagram if you can over on my PatreonPor Ciaran Mulqueen