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This week on Taking Back Saturday with Chayse and Sam from happy buyers club - Brisbane property data for September is in and Brisbane’s property market continues to soften, with interest rates rising and properties taking longer to sell. So what does it all mean for buyers and sellers heading into the final months of 2026? We break down the latest market data, why buyers and sellers are struggling to agree on price, what to expect between now and Christmas, and why fundamentals matter more than ever when buying. Plus, if you’re buying and selling, we explain why selling first might save you…
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Buying a house is hard. The market is competitive and for a lot of buyers, it feels like everything is stacked against them and they don't know where to turn or who to trust. Join Sam Hunter & Chayse Jones from Happy Buyers Club every week as they explore and unlock the often complicated world of re
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