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The Crazy House Prices Podcast

Ciaran Mulqueen
Ireland
Mortgages
Financial Planning
Housing Policy
Vacant Home Grant
Home Exchange
Social Housing
General Election
Savings Plans
Children's Education
Children's Allowance
Investments
Private Rental Market
Mortgage Protection
Social Democrats
Fianna Fáil
Fianna Gael
Home Buying Process
Dublin
Inflation

From Ciarán Mulqueen. A podcast on all things housing in Ireland.Follow me on Instagram: @crazyhouseprices

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Latest Episodes

Psychotherapist Ann Bracken joins me to talk about the emotional toll the housing crisis is taking on people across Ireland — and what you can do to manage it.

We cover:

Why housing stress puts you in survival mode

How it affects sleep, mood... more

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The housing crisis isn’t inevitable, it’s a choice.

In this episode, I share 21 real, practical ways Ireland could fix housing if we actually wanted to.

From banning fake bids and bringing back vacant homes, to creating a sovereign housing bank and... more

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In this episode of The Crazy House Prices Podcast, I’m joined by housing expert Lorcan Sirr to dig into the numbers behind Ireland’s new homes. Last year, just 4% of new homes in Dublin were sold to households; the rest went to investors or the state... more

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Rents in Ireland have hit record highs with just 1,652 properties available to rent nationwide as of August 2025. At the same time, the June Daft.ie House Price Report shows only 12,100 homes for sale, far below the 30,000 needed for a healthy housin... more

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Recent Guests

Ann Bracken
Psychotherapist with decades of experience helping people manage anxiety, overwhelm, and burnout, as well as personal experience with housing stress.
Ann Bracken Therapy
Episode: Ep 40: How to Cope with Housing Stress with Ann Bracken
Lorcan Sirr
Senior Housing Lecturer in TUD
Technological University Dublin
Episode: Ep 38: Who Is Buying All the New Homes in Ireland?
Dr. Lorcan Sirr
Senior lecturer on housing policy and analyst
TU Dublin
Episode: Ep 34: Are House Prices Going To Crash? The Current State of the Market with Lorcan Sirr
Mick Byrne
Lecturer in political economy at UCD and a leading voice on housing policy
University College Dublin
Episode: Ep 29: More Promises, Same Crisis? The Future of Irish Housing Policy
Rory Hearne
Academic, author, housing advocate, and Social Democrats' candidate for Dublin Northwest
Social Democrats
Episode: Ep 28: The Social Democrats' Housing Proposals with Rory Hearne
Eoin Ó Broin
Sinn Féin TD and housing spokesperson
Sinn Féin
Episode: Ep 27: Sinn Féin's New Housing Plan with Eoin Ó Broin TD
Eoin O'Connor
Expert in mortgages from Finance Solutions, known as The Mortgage Guy
Finance Solutions
Episode: Ep 25: Mortgages - Your Questions Answered by expert Eoin O' Connor of Finance Solutions
Niall O'Connor
Certified Financial Planner and co-founder of Financial Planning Matters
Financial Planning Matters
Episode: Ep 17: How to Manage your Money: Investing and Pensions with Niall O’ Connor

Host

Ciarán Mulqueen
Host of a podcast focusing on housing issues in Ireland, providing insights and discussions that help prospective homebuyers navigate the complexities of the housing market.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 481 ratings
  • Very informative

    Great podcast would highly recommend, easy to listen to and everything is explained very well with a diverse range of topics covered for anyone on a house buying journey.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maritaoc
    Ireland5 months ago
  • Educate yourself

    I find Ciaran’s topics very insightful specially in current market you want to be really up to date with everything before you decide to jump in the housing mess in Ireland.

    Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MissAnamaria
    Ireland5 months ago
  • Must listen for buyers

    Packed with concise, relevant information. This is a “must listen to” for anyone thinking of buying as it’s based on experience and independent of banks, brokers etc

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cork native
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Absolute must for those looking to buy (or sell) a house in Ireland.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blatix
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Great podcast 👍

    Great podcast 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AdamPower90
    Ireland2 years ago

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Listeners find the content extremely informative and relevant to current housing challenges with a strong emphasis on practical advice.
The podcast is described as a necessary resource for potential homebuyers, praised for its clarity and depth of information on complex topics.
Audience feedback often highlights the engaging nature of the host and the usefulness of insights shared by featured guests.

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#163
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Talking Points

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Ep 38: Who Is Buying All the New Homes in Ireland?
Q: How can people improve the housing situation?
People should communicate with their representatives, raise awareness about housing issues, and advocate for policies favoring homebuyers rather than investors.
Ep 38: Who Is Buying All the New Homes in Ireland?
Q: What are some of the implications of building more apartments?
The implication is that while more apartments are built, the majority are not sold to individuals but are earmarked for social housing or investors, leading to a lack of affordable options in the market.
Ep 38: Who Is Buying All the New Homes in Ireland?
Q: What does the government say about the housing numbers they report each year?
The government claims to build thousands of houses each year, but the reality is that a significant portion doesn't appear for sale, indicating a lack of availability for everyday buyers.
Ep 35: Buying a Home in Ireland: 8 Questions with Honest Answers
Q: How do you agree on a price when buying off market?
Research similar homes' sale prices, consider renovation costs, and negotiate directly with the seller about potential savings from bypassing agents.
Ep 35: Buying a Home in Ireland: 8 Questions with Honest Answers
Q: What impact does having a child have on your mortgage?
Having a child usually reduces the loan amount offered by lenders as they factor in ongoing childcare costs and other expenses.

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