Taking Back Saturday

with Luke Broekman of HBC Invest

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, we’re joined by Luke Broekman — one half of the new HBC Invest duo.We learn about Luke's journey into buyers ag...

with Adam Bloom of HBC Invest

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, we’re joined by the newest member of the Happy Buyers Club team, Adam Bloom, who’ll be leading our investment-f...

Is the Brisbane market cooling?

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a lot of noise in the headlines right now — conflict in the Middle East, rising fuel prices, inflation and uncertainty around interest rat...

Is the Brisbane market slowing?

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a lot of noise in the headlines right now — conflict in the Middle East, rising fuel prices, inflation and uncertainty around interest rat...

with Nikita Higgins of Happy Buyers Club

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, we're introducing the newest member of the happy buyers club team, Nikita Higgins, the only way we know how - b...

Market wrap: happy hunger games

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's market wrap time on Taking Back Saturday with prices up 1.6% in Brisbane this month (1.5% for houses / 2.1% for units).Sam and Chayse take a ...

Market wrap: happy hunger games

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's market wrap time on Taking Back Saturday with prices up 1.6% in Brisbane this month (1.5% for houses / 2.1% for units).Sam and Chayse take a deep...

Buyer series - Part 7 - Holy s*** you've just bought a house!

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the final part of the Taking Back Saturday buyer series with happy buyers club's Chayse and Sam.You've had an offer agreed, the con...

Buyer Series - Part 6 - Preparing for and bidding at auction

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Taking Back Saturday Buyer Series, Sam & Chayse dive into the often fear-inducing world of auctions.Whether you're a fi...

Buyer Series - Part 5 - Making offers that get accepted

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This is part 5 of the Taking Back Saturday buyer series featuring your favourite buyers agent duo, Sam and Chayse. You've seen it, you like it, no...

Buyers Series - Part 4 - How to inspect

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The time has come to get off realestate.com.au and actually get out and inspect some properties!In part 4 of our Taking Back Saturday buyer series, Sa...

Prices are up (and so are interest rates)

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this special Tuesday edition / 100th new episode of Taking Back Saturday, we break down what’s really happening in the property market right now....

Buyer series - Part 3 - Talking to agents

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Part 3 of the new Taking Back Saturday buyer series is all about real estate agents. If you're buying property, there is a fair chance you'll ...

Buyer series - Part 2 - Pre-approval

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Like we always say, before you fall in love with a great house, fall in love with a great mortgage broker so joining Chayse on this week's podcast...

Buyer series - Part 1 - Get prepared

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Over the coming weeks on Taking Back Saturday, Chayse and Sam will be bringing back their comprehensive series of buyers podcasts which cover all the ...

Buyer mindset

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Taking Back Saturday, we unpack the biggest mistake buyers make heading into a new year — chasing the what and where w...

HBC's predictions for 2026

01 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday 🎙️- it’s our 2026 predictions episode! Sam and Chayse from happy buyers club break down what they think will ...

2025 market wrap

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week's Taking Back Saturday podcast is our last of 2025 so we're taking the chance to look back at the year that was and reflect upon the...

with Bailey McKee from Belle Property Bulimba

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, we’re joined by Bailey McKee from Belle Property Bulimba for a candid, on-the-ground take on the Brisbane market....

Won't somebody please think of the children? (December Market Wrap)

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's market wrap time again on Taking Back Saturday and spoiler alert, it's still mental out there right now! Chayse and Sam run through the details o...

with Ross Armstrong from Place Newmarket

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, Sam is joined by one of Brisbane’s leading Inner North agents — and fellow podcaster — Ross Armstrong. We dig...

Why does real estate suck?

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday… we’re leaning right into the unofficial HBC tagline: real estate sucks.Why does it suck? Honestly… where do w...

Bonus Ep: Time to Refinance?

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, Justin Dickinson from Holo jumps back into the hot seat for a timely deep dive into one big question: Is now the mo...

with Shane Hicks of Place Camp Hill

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, we’re diving deep into the fast-paced, high-stakes world of auctions with none other than Brisbane’s auction ki...

The Brisbane market is nuts right now!

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The market is nuts right now — things are moving fast, days on market are low, and price growth (especially under $2M, and even more so under $1M) i...

with Craig Loudon of Tobin Real Estate

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, we’re joined by a true Brisbane real estate legend — Craig Loudon. With over 40 years in the industry, Craig ha...

with Shenal Yigitbas of Harcourts Solutions

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, we’re joined by Brisbane’s queen of apartment sales — 15-year real estate veteran and proud new mum, Shenal Y...

with Jono Betros of The Buyer Squad

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, Chayse sits down with one of the good guys in Brisbane real estate — Jono Betros, Buyers Agent and Director of Th...

What's next for the Brisbane property market?

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Taking Back Saturday, Sam and Chayse from Happy Buyers Club bring you the latest on the Brisbane property market. What’s t...

Buying townhouses

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Taking Back Saturday, Sam and Chayse discuss all things townhouses. It's a fast growing and sort after segment here ...

Best and finals

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A long overdue episode of Taking Back Saturday this week with regular hosts Chayse and Sam from happy buyers club talking through the dreaded best and...

with Sacha Hennessy from Place West

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday , Sam is joined by Sacha Hennessy from Place West for an in-depth but light-hearted chat about property purchasing i...

The Brisbane property market continues to rise

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Taking Back Saturday, Chayse and Sam share their thoughts on the current state of play in the Brisbane property market. ...

Investment properties and property management (with Brooke Willis from BWP)

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday we’re joined by Brooke Willis from Brooke Willis Property for a deep dive into the world of property management an...

Happy Sellers - Part 2

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is part 2 of our Taking Back Saturday series discussing all things selling. Chayse and Sam from happy buyers club give their thoughts on:...

Happy Sellers - Part 1

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday is the first of two episodes around selling your home, and more specifically the juggle of buying and selling in the...

with Dean Hamilton from LJ Hooker Stafford

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, Chayse is joined by Dean Hamilton from LJ Hooker Stafford as he marks 20 years in the real estate game. We rewind t...

What is happening in the Brisbane market right now?

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, regular hosts Chayse and Sam give some context to July's market data. Put plain and simply, the Brisbane market...

Seller disclosure with Tim Neville from SearchX

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As of today (August 1st, 2025), Queensland will implement a mandatory seller disclosure scheme which requires sellers to provide significant informat...

with David Pearce from Bayside Property Agents

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, Chayse is joined by Bayside local and social media favourite, David Pearce – co-founder of Bayside Property Agent...

with Nick Kouparitsas from Ray White Clayfield

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, Sam is joined by former NRL star turned real estate agent Nick Kouparitsas from Ray White Clayfield.Talking all thi...

The Brisbane market is heating up (June market wrap)

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Taking Back Saturday, the regulars Chayse and Sam assess the June sales data for Brisbane and how it compares to what th...

with Mikaela Crone and Shannon Gordon

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, we’re joined by the dynamic duo of Mikaela Crone and Shannon Gordon from Place Estate Agents. Ever wondered what ...

Conditions are everything

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Taking Back Saturday, Chayse and Sam from happy buyers club share their thoughts and experiences around offer conditions...

Real estate agent faux pas

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Chayse and Sam have a bit of fun with this week's episode of Taking Back Saturday. They are talking real estate agent faux pas - the awkward, hila...

with Tony O'Doherty from McGrath Bulimba

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, Sam sits down with Tony O'Doherty, Principal of McGrath Bulimba and one of Queensland's top-performing agen...

Brisbane property market update

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode of Taking Back Saturday, we dive into a full wrap-up of the Brisbane property market for May. Data is one thing but context i...

Auction Insights with Peter Burgin

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, we’re thrilled to welcome one of Brisbane’s most recognisable voices in real estate – Peter Burgin, Chief Auc...

Hidden price ranges

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, we’re diving into one of the biggest frustrations facing Brisbane buyers: hidden price ranges and the lack of cle...

with Natalie Pearson from JHK Legal

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Taking Back Saturday, we’re diving into the legal side of buying property — and before you switch off, trust us, thi...

(Brisbane) Winter is coming

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode of Taking Back Saturday, we say goodbye to the public holiday fog and federal election noise—and hello to a clear Brisbane ...

with Cayle Blaxland from McGrath Wilston

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, Chayse is joined by Cayle Blaxland from McGrath Wilston — a standout in Brisbane’s inner north real estate scen...

Camping lessons that apply to real estate

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After a successful long weekend family camping trip (yes, together), Sam & Chayse have a bit of fun on this week's podcast sharing their five ...

with James Austin of Ray White Mount Gravatt

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining us on this very special Thursday edition of Taking Back Saturday is the 4122's top auctioneer and real estate agent, James Austin from Ray Whi...

Why are homes sold without a price guide?

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Taking Back Saturday, Sam and Chayse discuss one of the biggest frustrations for buyers, particularly in QLD, and that i...

with Lauren Jones of LJBA

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Taking Back Saturday this week is fellow buyers agent, Lauren Jones of LJBA. Being a property owner, investor and Qualified Property Investmen...

Pre-easter market

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on TBS, Chayse and Sam discuss how they are seeing the Brisbane market as we near the end of Q1. They talk price growth, listing levels, sel...

with Jess Hardwick from Jessica Hardwick Architecture

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Taking Back Saturday, Sam is joined by a very special guest, Jessica Hardwick, an acclaimed architect with over 20 years of experie...

Market update and Q&A

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With ex-tropical cyclone Alfred now in the rear view mirror, it's time to look ahead at what the next few months may have in store for buyers.In t...

Holy s***, you've bought a house!

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the final part of the Taking Back Saturday how-to buyer series with happy buyers club's Chayse and Sam.You've had an offer agreed, ...

with Matt Srama from The Srama Group

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Sam on Taking Back Saturday this week as he chats with Matt Srama, one of Australia’s top buyers agents, who transitioned from a successful NRL...

Preparing for and bidding at auction

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Sam & Chayse dive into the often fear-inducing world of auctions.Whether you're a first-time bidder or a seasoned pro, they c...

Making offers that get accepted

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This is part 5 of the Taking Back Saturday buyer series featuring your favourite buyers agent duo, Sam and Chayse. You've seen it, you like it, ...

How to inspect

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The time has come to get off the phone or laptop and actually get out and inspect some properties. In part 4 of the buyer how-to series, Sam and Chays...

Talking to agents

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Part 3 of the new Taking Back Saturday buyer series is all about real estate agents. If you're buying property, there is a fair chance you'll ...

The new year market is....

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New year, new you? Same us though - Sam and Chayse breaking down what we are seeing in the Brisbane real estate market for January 2025. Follow alon...

Pre-approval (feat. Justin Dickinson from Holo)

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Like we always say, before you fall in love with a great house, fall in love with a great mortgage broker so joining Chayse on this week's podcast is ...

Prepare to buy

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam and Chayse are kicking off 2025 with an all-new series of buyers podcasts which will cover all the basics and the not-so-basics of buying a proper...

2025 predictions

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For the last Taking Back Saturday podcast for 2024, Sam and Chayse take the opportunity to look forward to 2025 and what's to come in the Brisbane pro...

Unit buying fundamentals

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show, Sam and Chayse dig into the finer details of purchasing a unit in Brisbane. The unit market is hyper competitive right now so hav...

with Darren Piper of Universal Buyers Agents

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Sam on the podcast this week is special guest and fellow buyers agent, Darren Piper of Universal Buyers Agents. Darren has been a buyers age...

What is happening in the market right now?

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Taking Back Saturday, regular hosts Sam and Chayse discuss the current state of the Brisbane property market, as they are se...

with Jacob Butler of Hunter Gather

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's podcast, Sam is joined by Jacob Butler, founder and fellow buyers agent at Hunter Gather. We are big fans of Jacob, so it was only a ...

How spooky was the October market?

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sam and Chayse are on the mics this week for their October Market Wrap podcast. With some much needed context, they discuss last month's house, town...

with Julia Doyle of Place Camp Hill

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode, Chayse plays host to special guest, Julia Doyle of Place Camp Hill to get an agents perspective on buying well in Brisbane. ...

Building and pest reports - the good, the bad and the ugly

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Buyer beware! Inspired by a recent post on reddit, Sam and Chayse tackle the very relevant and sometimes complicated world of building and pest report...

with Justin Dickinson of HoLo

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For most people, buying a new home means borrowing money so for today's podcast, we wanted to talk all things mortgages with world class mortgage brok...

How to buy before Christmas

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christmas is only 75 days away so if you want to be hosting Christmas lunch from your newly purchased home, this is the podcast for you. Chayse and ...

Talking auctions with Australia's best auctioneer

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to talking all things auctions, there is no one better equipped than Justin Nickerson of Apollo Auctions, who joins Sam on this week's p...

Q&A with S&C

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this special Q&A episode, Sam and Chayse dive into some burning listener questions from our recent Instagram call out. We cover a broad range ...

with Emily Wallace of Wallace Advocates

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

They say you should never meet your heroes but in this instance, that couldn’t be further from the truth. This week’s special guest is Emily Wall...

One for the sellers

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Every seller was a buyer once and almost every seller starts as a buyer. On this week's podcast, Sam and Chayse discuss all things selling and h...

with Meagan Muir of Place Estate Agents

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was an honour to have Meagan Muir of Place Estate Agents on the podcast this week. With Chayse on the other side of the desk, Meagan takes a deep d...

What does the future hold?

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Off the back of some interesting market insights last weekend, Sam and Chayse explore what that means for buyers in the Brisbane market both now and i...

with Patrick Ivey of Harcourts Property Centre

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Chayse on the podcast this week is special guest, Patrick Ivey of Harcourts Property Centre. A high flyer on Brisbane’s south side, Pat’s...

What are we seeing in the market right now?

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Taking Back Saturday, Sam and Chayse take a deeper dive into the July market data and what it means for buyers currently searching for th...

with Josh Sawyer of PMC Property Buyers

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sam took over the hosting duties for the podcast this week and was joined by a special Taking Back Saturday guest, fellow buyers agent, Josh Sawyer of...

Confident buyers

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s TBS podcast, Chayse and Sam talk about one of the most important things separating buyers from non-buyers and that is confidence. Thr...

Look beyond the pretty pictures

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks podcast, Sam and Chayse talk through the importance of looking beyond the beautifully curated marketing photos when assessing a property...

The weird and wonderful world of off-market properties

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Sam and Chayse dive into the often complex world of off-market properties and how to best uncover and navigate these opportunities with sell...

Get a head start on your search

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There’s more to buying well than just stalking realestate.com.au each night and waiting for new property alerts. This week Sam and Chayse walk throu...

New FY, tax cuts and what it all means for property prices

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thankfully most episodes of TBS are NOT about property data, but this one certainly is. Sam and Chayse discuss the market so far for 2024, how much Br...

Buy the 7/10 and more Q&A

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Sam and Chayse answer audience and follower questions. They talk through the critical aspects of buying a home in Brisbane and emphasise the...

Avoid buying the wrong property

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sam and Chayse talk through why so many buyers end up buying just for the sake of it and settling for any home instead of the right home after they’...

Monthly market update

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode is all about the current market. Chayse and Sam talk through notable changes in the Brisbane market over the last few weeks. We ...

with special guest Michael Garcia

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Garcia of Place Woolloongabba joins the show this week. Michael and Chayse talk through Michael’s approach to real estate, discuss the dynam...

Real Estate sucks

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sam and Chayse candidly discuss the emotional rollercoaster of buying a home and tackle the frustrations felt by buyers during their time in the marke...

Navigating Auctions: Tips for Buyers to Build Confidence and Bid Well

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Chayse and Sam talk about the advantages of the auction process, emphasising the transparent nature of an auction environment, and how it ca...

How to do your due diligence like a pro

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chayse and Sam talk through the importance of digital due diligence and then outline the tools and necessary steps and strategies to perform fast, and...

How to buy soon after missing out

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Chayse and Sam are talking through why it feels like the market is ‘slow’ for good properties, what that means for buyers when a great h...