This month we take a look at what’s really happening in the Sydney market. Stock is tight, with A-grade homes still selling and even B-grade getting results, but anything below that is sticking around longer. That’s why the average days on market has stretched from 28 to 35.

We also unpack the RBA’s decision to hold rates at 3.6%. We both think this was the right call and expect them to stay put for the rest of the year.

And finally, the new first home buyer program: only 5% deposit needed and no LMI. Sounds good, but in our view it’s more likely to push prices up and does nothing to fix the underlying supply problem.

#SydneyProperty #PropertyMarket #MarketUpdate #FirstHomeBuyer #SydneyRealEstate #RBADecision #BuyersAgent #SydneyHomes

In Episode 97 of The Sydney Property Muppets, Kurt and Chris call out the biggest frustrations in the property market: selling agents who underquote, overquote, and use bullying tactics that leave buyers and sellers at a disadvantage.

The spotlight then turns to buyer’s agents. Kurt challenges Chris on whether they’re truly bringing something different to the table — or if they risk slipping into the same bad habits as selling agents. The discussion sparks an honest look at whether buyer’s agents can reshape the industry, or simply become part of the same problem.

Finally, Kurt steps in to train the audience on how both buyers and sellers can protect themselves, avoid being misled, and take back control of the process. Because at the end of the day, you hold the power.

This week, Chris and Kurt dive into one of Kurt’s recent auctions. They unpack the full campaign that led up to auction day, covering everything from pre-registration and buyer preparation to the nerves and tension that built as the big night rolled around.

Kurt relives the fast-paced 4-minute auction, sharing what it’s really like when the pressure is on and decisions need to be made in real time. Chris puts him on the spot about an auctioneer’s choice to call the property on the market super early — hear Kurt’s take on this critical moment.

If you’ve ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a property campaign or how auctioneers prepare buyers (and themselves) for high-stakes bidding, this episode is packed with insights.

Chris Clarke flips the script, channelling his inner Steven Bartlett from Diary of a CEO, as he interviews Kurt on a recent Inner West campaign. Labeled the “out of area agent”, Kurt still won the business – but how? Was it his fees, advertising strategy, caring approach, or negotiation skills?

Chris pushes with tough questions on guide pricing, early campaign offers, vendor strategy, and whether REA or Domain played a role. Most importantly – how did Kurt handle the tricky question of early offers, and did the property make it to auction?

A raw, honest deep dive into how an “outer area” agent can still deliver top results.

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Chris (buyer’s agent) and Kurt (selling agent) from the Sydney Property Muppets dive into what’s really happening in the market right now. Are we at the start of a new upswing, or right at the top of the cycle? Should buyers jump in now or hold off? And how are interest rates shaping buyer behaviour, prices, and seller expectations?

Get the inside scoop on the August wrap-up and where September is heading — unfiltered, real talk straight from the Sydney Property Muppets.

Chris presses Kurt on what it really means when an agent says a property is definitely going to auction. Together they unpack how buyers interpret those words, the subtle signals hidden in the agent’s language, and how to read between the lines. They also explore different scenarios that can play out, and what buyers should do to be best prepared when the property isn’t selling prior and auction day is looming.

#PropertyAuction #AuctionDay #SydneyProperty #BuyerTips #RealEstateAdvice #AuctionStrategy #HomeBuyingJourney #RealEstateSydney #PropertyMarket #FirstHomeBuyer

In this episode of Sydney Property Muppets, Kurt and Chris dive into the ins and outs of agency agreements – a crucial but often misunderstood part of selling a property.

They break down:

• Who determines the price in the agreement
• How co-listings are captured and managed
• How long an agreement runs (and the typical timeframes to expect)
• What happens if you want to break an agreement early
• How to extend an agreement if your property doesn’t sell in time
• And importantly, what happens if a vendor signs two agreements with different agents at the same time

If you’re a vendor about to sell, or a buyer curious about how the selling side works, this episode gives you the insider perspective on the rules, risks, and responsibilities tied to agency agreements

#SydneyProperty #SydneyRealEstate #PropertyTips #PropertyAdvice #RealEstateTalk #PropertyMarket #SydneyPropertyMuppets #PropertyPodcast #RealEstatePodcast #PropertyChat #AgencyAgreement #SellingProperty #VendorTips #RealEstateAgents #PropertySellers #PropertyNegotiation

In this punchy episode of the Sydney Property Muppets, Kurt Lawther the real estate agent and Chris Clarke the buyers agent challenge buyers to act fast. They explore how capital city growth, tough building inspections, and missed opportunities all come down to one truth—the best time to buy is now.

#SydneyPropertyMuppets #BuyNowOrCryLater #CapitalCityGrowth #RealEstateUrgency #MarketTiming #BuildingReports #BuyersRemorse #HomeBuyingAustralia #PropertyOpportunities #SydneyHousingMarket