Brendan Courtney's My First Home

On the Podcast this week...Aisling Maher, one of Ireland’s best-known camogie players, is a true leader both on and off the pitch. A standout for Dublin where she not only played but captained St Vincent’s Aisling is widely recognized for her leadership, straight-talking approach, and unwavering advocacy for equality in women’s sport.On the AIB podcast with Brendan Courtney, Aisling shares an honest insight into elite sport from driving Dublin’s resurgence, including an All-Ireland semi-final and Division 1B success, to the pressures behind performance and her strong advocacy for mental wellbeing among athletes. She speaks candidly about the realities of competing at the highest level and the importance of using her platform to push for lasting change. Her story is both inspiring and impactful a powerful reflection of resilience, progress, and the growing momentum behind women’s sport in Ireland.For more information and to speak with a mortgage advisor, checkout aib.ie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s guests are Mark Rogers and Paul Kinsella; beauty influencer and interiors experts who have been together for years and tied the knot in 2021 becoming a stylish Irish duo known for their style, design and sharing their life online.Mark and Paul are not only partners in life & love but co- host the Glow Home Podcast and chat about why location was everything in their house hunt, and how they have transformed their space into a home that truly reflects them.Have a listen to this extraordinary & hilariously funny pair!For more information and to speak with a mortgage advisor, checkout aib.ie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Brendan Courtney’s My First Home, Dublin-based content creator, brand advisor and former magazine editor Laura Cunningham shares her deeply honest and inspiring journey to buying her first home as a solo parent. From renting across Dublin to moving in with family to save, Laura shares the real story behind getting on the property ladder in today’s market. She opens up about the emotional highs and lows, navigating schemes like Help to Buy, and the determination it took to finally get her keys in 2024. There are plenty of practical tips along the way - so have your pen and paper ready - as well as moments of humour, heart and reassurance.If you’ve ever wondered if home ownership is possible, Laura’s story proves that with resilience and the right support, it absolutely is. For more information and to speak with a mortgage advisor, checkout aib.ie.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s something special about a first home; it’s independence, stability, and the freedom to shape life on your own terms. But in Ireland today, taking that step can feel as daunting as it is exciting. That’s where Brendan Courtney’s My First Home comes in, offering inspiration and practical guidance for anyone navigating the journey. This week, TV presenter and digital creator Katja Mia joins Brendan to share her honest perspective as someone still figuring it out. From managing the challenges of self-employment to understanding the twists and turns of buying a first home, her story is relatable, engaging, and refreshingly real. Blending personal insight with practical tips - from saving for a deposit to early mortgage advice - this episode is a must-listen for aspiring homeowners looking for reassurance, guidance, and a reminder that the journey doesn’t have to be perfect to be extraordinary. For more information and to speak with a mortgage advisor, checkout aib.ie.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buying your first home in Ireland is equal parts excitement and sheer panic - and My First Home with AIB captures it all. In this new podcast series, host Brendan Courtney sits down with well-known faces and first-time buyers to unpack the reality of getting on the property ladder. In episode one, RTÉ’s Louise Duffy shares the story of buying her first home - not a dream house but a foothold. From flat-pack furniture and tight budgets to the emotional weight of signing contracts, the conversation explores why a first home is about possibility, not perfection. Alongside honest stories this exciting and inspiring series offers practical tips from AIB experts, including saving for a deposit, securing Approval in Principle and speaking to a mortgage advisor early. This is reassurance - and real advice - for taking that first step. Hosted on Acast. See https://www.acast.com/en/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.