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Today it is Michael's Birthday and what better way to celebrate than an episode busting all the myths he has seen recently! You can also watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/kv0UuQ4LyfA▶︎ Website - www.thepropertyfinancecollective.co.uk▶︎ The Host - With a passion for creative finance and the ability to structure deals for Finance, I love helping first time Developers and Investors to get deals packaged for the finance needed to push Property Careers forward, and to date I have raised over £500 million for Developers and Investors. I first got into property at the age of 18 when I got into Conveyancing straight out of school. I then went into Estate Agency, back into Conveyancing and I then got into brokering at the age of 22. I decided a year and a half later that I wanted to work for myself and try and shake up the market place! At the age of 24 I set up The Property Finance Guy and became the youngest owner of a Commercial Finance Brokerage in the Country, and alongside this I now also have a successful Training Company, educating Investor and Developers on how to raise finance, and a successful Podcast.I am a keen public speaker and have delivered training and speeches to over 1000 investors and developers over the past 2 years.Follow Michael:▶︎ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thepropfinguy/▶︎ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepropertyfinanceguy/▶︎ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-primrose-886a365b/?originalSubdomain=ukListen to the Podcast on:▶︎ Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-property-finance-podcast/id1448207494▶︎ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7JiDtm7hc0EfSW9LjCXDaO▶︎ YouTube - https://youtube.com/@thepropertyfinanceguy▶︎ Disclaimer - With the market changing so quickly, the content could be out of date at the time of listening.This Content is for informational purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
Is there really an estate agency clique? I chat with Annalese Walmsley about visibility, influence and breaking into the UK property industry's “top table”. We discuss personal branding, LinkedIn, imposter syndrome and how agents can stand out by showing up consistently and adding genuine value.
AI in estate agency is no longer hype, it is shaping decisions that affect client service. I speak with Ric Iannucci-Dawson about its rapid rise, risks of bias, and the balance between efficiency and fairness. If you are using AI, this matters.
Commercial Property Finance - Products, Structure and Strategy
This week is all about answering your questions! You can also watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/mhQn8KqDJx0▶︎ Website - www.thepropertyfinancecollective.co.uk▶︎ The Host - With a passion for creative finance and the ability to structure deals for Finance, I love helping first time Developers and Investors to get deals packaged for the finance needed to push Property Careers forward, and to date I have raised over £500 million for Developers and Investors. I first got into property at the age of 18 when I got into Conveyancing straight out of school. I then went into Estate Agency, back into Conveyancing and I then got into brokering at the age of 22. I decided a year and a half later that I wanted to work for myself and try and shake up the market place! At the age of 24 I set up The Property Finance Guy and became the youngest owner of a Commercial Finance Brokerage in the Country, and alongside this I now also have a successful Training Company, educating Investor and Developers on how to raise finance, and a successful Podcast.I am a keen public speaker and have delivered training and speeches to over 1000 investors and developers over the past 2 years.Follow Michael:▶︎ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thepropfinguy/▶︎ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepropertyfinanceguy/▶︎ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-primrose-886a365b/?originalSubdomain=ukListen to the Podcast on:▶︎ Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-property-finance-podcast/id1448207494▶︎ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7JiDtm7hc0EfSW9LjCXDaO▶︎ YouTube - https://youtube.com/@thepropertyfinanceguy▶︎ Disclaimer - With the market changing so quickly, the content could be out of date at the time of listening.This Content is for informational purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
In this interview, Gareth Overton of Henry Adams shares how to lead a 10 branch estate agency while preserving culture. We discuss people first leadership, recruitment, marketing, and adapting locally; highlighting why strong teams, not spreadsheets, drive long term success in the UK property market.
Commercial Property Finance - Products, Structure and Strategy
This week Michael is back in front of the camera to give a quick market update in the heat! You can also watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/eyKZI3WauGo▶︎ Website - www.thepropertyfinancecollective.co.uk▶︎ The Host - With a passion for creative finance and the ability to structure deals for Finance, I love helping first time Developers and Investors to get deals packaged for the finance needed to push Property Careers forward, and to date I have raised over £500 million for Developers and Investors. I first got into property at the age of 18 when I got into Conveyancing straight out of school. I then went into Estate Agency, back into Conveyancing and I then got into brokering at the age of 22. I decided a year and a half later that I wanted to work for myself and try and shake up the market place! At the age of 24 I set up The Property Finance Guy and became the youngest owner of a Commercial Finance Brokerage in the Country, and alongside this I now also have a successful Training Company, educating Investor and Developers on how to raise finance, and a successful Podcast.I am a keen public speaker and have delivered training and speeches to over 1000 investors and developers over the past 2 years.Follow Michael:▶︎ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thepropfinguy/▶︎ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepropertyfinanceguy/▶︎ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-primrose-886a365b/?originalSubdomain=ukListen to the Podcast on:▶︎ Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-property-finance-podcast/id1448207494▶︎ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7JiDtm7hc0EfSW9LjCXDaO▶︎ YouTube - https://youtube.com/@thepropertyfinanceguy▶︎ Disclaimer - With the market changing so quickly, the content could be out of date at the time of listening.This Content is for informational purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
UK Property Market Weekly Update for Week 19 2026 The UK Property Market Stats Show is the estate agency industry's weekly reality check on what is actually happening in the UK housing market. This week's show covers Week 19 (Week ending Sunday, 17th May 2026. Hosted by myself, Christopher Watkin, and joined by a different leading thought leader of Estate Agency industry (this week it is the brilliant Simon Gates), The show is approximately 60 mins and split into 2 parts Part 1 of the show looks at national UK housing market statistics, looking at .. It cuts through the BS & doom headlines and lagging house price indices by analysing live week by week property market data, including: * New listings * Homes sold STC * Sale Fall thrus * Exchanges * Over valuing * Price reductions * Stock levels * £ per square foot house price trends Unlike Land Registry data, which can be 8 to 10 months old, the Stats Show focuses on what buyers and sellers were doing last week.. Part 2 deep dives into a specific town or city (this week Scunthorpe), analysing estate agent performance, market share, overvaluing, exchanges, time to sell, fall throughs and other local market trends In a nutshell, the show combines weekly national property market insight with local deep dives into individual towns and cities, exposing what is really happening behind the headlines. For estate agents, it is part market intelligence, part thought leadership, and part uncomfortable truth. The Stats ... Important Note - Week 18 (the week before) was a bank Holiday week, so numbers will be artificially lower than normal for week 18 because of that
In part three of Open the Gates To More Listings meets The Complete Agent, Simon Gates, James Kendall, Dave Warburton and Ian Storey unpack the journey from low-fee, high-volume estate agency to consistently commanding 2% plus fees, five-figure commissions and upfront payments.The episode explores the mindset shift required to move away from “cheap and cheerful” agency towards a premium, value-led model. The discussion highlights that higher fees are not just about confidence, but about building a brand, service, and client experience that justifies them.Key themes include the importance of learning from better operators, surrounding yourself with higher-performing agents, improving marketing quality, and creating a consistent, high-end client journey from the very first phone call through to completion. They also break down how to present value properly, how to position upfront fees as a commitment rather than a cost, and why better service naturally leads to better instructions.The overall message is clear. You do not jump to premium fees overnight, but with the right belief, structure, and delivery, any agent can move upmarket and charge what they are truly worth.
Commercial Property Finance - Products, Structure and Strategy
The last installment of The Property Finance Academy sees a comparison between Delayed Completions and Option Agreements!You can also watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/wrnCT8ewi9g▶︎ Website - www.thepropertyfinancecollective.co.uk▶︎ The Host - With a passion for creative finance and the ability to structure deals for Finance, I love helping first time Developers and Investors to get deals packaged for the finance needed to push Property Careers forward, and to date I have raised over £500 million for Developers and Investors. I first got into property at the age of 18 when I got into Conveyancing straight out of school. I then went into Estate Agency, back into Conveyancing and I then got into brokering at the age of 22. I decided a year and a half later that I wanted to work for myself and try and shake up the market place! At the age of 24 I set up The Property Finance Guy and became the youngest owner of a Commercial Finance Brokerage in the Country, and alongside this I now also have a successful Training Company, educating Investor and Developers on how to raise finance, and a successful Podcast.I am a keen public speaker and have delivered training and speeches to over 1000 investors and developers over the past 2 years.Follow Michael:▶︎ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thepropfinguy/▶︎ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepropertyfinanceguy/▶︎ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-primrose-886a365b/?originalSubdomain=ukListen to the Podcast on:▶︎ Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-property-finance-podcast/id1448207494▶︎ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7JiDtm7hc0EfSW9LjCXDaO▶︎ YouTube - https://youtube.com/@thepropertyfinanceguy▶︎ Disclaimer - With the market changing so quickly, the content could be out of date at the time of listening.This Content is for informational purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
I sat down with Ian Wilkinson of Agent MXM to explore why fresh agents often outperform seasoned pros. We discuss mindset, fear of rejection, and why embracing “no” can drive growth and shift how you approach success in property.
From paper rounds to property powerhouse, what can agents learn from Gareth Overton? We explore resilience, winning and losing valuations, mindset, leadership, and navigating downturns, offering a grounded, real world view on succeeding and staying relevant in today's property market.
Firewalking might sound extreme, but it reveals powerful lessons for estate agents. Sarka Wilde shares how mindset, resilience and handling fear influence fees, listings and confidence. Shift from scarcity to abundance thinking and learn to present your value with conviction to win more business.
Commercial Property Finance - Products, Structure and Strategy
Today's episode is a bumper one! Releasing two of the modules from The Property Finance Academy! Today covers Deferred Payments, Vendor Finance and how to finance Joint Ventures!You can also watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/uVvoo_DuXAk▶︎ Website - www.thepropertyfinancecollective.co.uk▶︎ The Host - With a passion for creative finance and the ability to structure deals for Finance, I love helping first time Developers and Investors to get deals packaged for the finance needed to push Property Careers forward, and to date I have raised over £500 million for Developers and Investors. I first got into property at the age of 18 when I got into Conveyancing straight out of school. I then went into Estate Agency, back into Conveyancing and I then got into brokering at the age of 22. I decided a year and a half later that I wanted to work for myself and try and shake up the market place! At the age of 24 I set up The Property Finance Guy and became the youngest owner of a Commercial Finance Brokerage in the Country, and alongside this I now also have a successful Training Company, educating Investor and Developers on how to raise finance, and a successful Podcast.I am a keen public speaker and have delivered training and speeches to over 1000 investors and developers over the past 2 years.Follow Michael:▶︎ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thepropfinguy/▶︎ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepropertyfinanceguy/▶︎ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-primrose-886a365b/?originalSubdomain=ukListen to the Podcast on:▶︎ Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-property-finance-podcast/id1448207494▶︎ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7JiDtm7hc0EfSW9LjCXDaO▶︎ YouTube - https://youtube.com/@thepropertyfinanceguy▶︎ Disclaimer - With the market changing so quickly, the content could be out of date at the time of listening.This Content is for informational purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
Commercial Property Finance - Products, Structure and Strategy
In Today's episode we carry on the little mini series, re-releasing The Property Finance Academy. This episode is all around Bridging Below Market Value and the pros and cons of this strategyYou can also watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/uVvoo_DuXAk▶︎ Website - www.thepropertyfinancecollective.co.uk▶︎ The Host - With a passion for creative finance and the ability to structure deals for Finance, I love helping first time Developers and Investors to get deals packaged for the finance needed to push Property Careers forward, and to date I have raised over £500 million for Developers and Investors. I first got into property at the age of 18 when I got into Conveyancing straight out of school. I then went into Estate Agency, back into Conveyancing and I then got into brokering at the age of 22. I decided a year and a half later that I wanted to work for myself and try and shake up the market place! At the age of 24 I set up The Property Finance Guy and became the youngest owner of a Commercial Finance Brokerage in the Country, and alongside this I now also have a successful Training Company, educating Investor and Developers on how to raise finance, and a successful Podcast.I am a keen public speaker and have delivered training and speeches to over 1000 investors and developers over the past 2 years.Follow Michael:▶︎ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thepropfinguy/▶︎ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepropertyfinanceguy/▶︎ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-primrose-886a365b/?originalSubdomain=ukListen to the Podcast on:▶︎ Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-property-finance-podcast/id1448207494▶︎ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7JiDtm7hc0EfSW9LjCXDaO▶︎ YouTube - https://youtube.com/@thepropertyfinanceguy▶︎ Disclaimer - With the market changing so quickly, the content could be out of date at the time of listening.This Content is for informational purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
Are we transparent enough in the UK property market? I spoke with Keira Evans, EA Masters Best Estate Agency Manager, about overvaluing and honesty in valuations. We explore difficult conversations, vendor motivations, Valuer's Triangle, and why credibility protects your fee.
From communist Czechoslovakia to a Cotswolds estate agency powerhouse, I speak with Sarka Wilde about resilience, reinvention, and building success. We discuss her upbringing, move to the UK, starting from scratch, and why estate agency is ultimately a people-focused business.
Mark Goodeve-Docker shares the reality of reaching senior director level in corporate estate agency — the pressure, expectations, and what it's really like behind the scenes. He also explains why he left to become a business owner at eXp, and gives his view on where the industry is heading.
Commercial Property Finance - Products, Structure and Strategy
In Today's episode we carry on the little mini series, re-releasing The Property Finance Academy. This episode is all around the more advanced side of Development Finance!You can also watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/KIaEPDfkWnI▶︎ Website - www.thepropertyfinancecollective.co.uk▶︎ The Host - With a passion for creative finance and the ability to structure deals for Finance, I love helping first time Developers and Investors to get deals packaged for the finance needed to push Property Careers forward, and to date I have raised over £500 million for Developers and Investors. I first got into property at the age of 18 when I got into Conveyancing straight out of school. I then went into Estate Agency, back into Conveyancing and I then got into brokering at the age of 22. I decided a year and a half later that I wanted to work for myself and try and shake up the market place! At the age of 24 I set up The Property Finance Guy and became the youngest owner of a Commercial Finance Brokerage in the Country, and alongside this I now also have a successful Training Company, educating Investor and Developers on how to raise finance, and a successful Podcast.I am a keen public speaker and have delivered training and speeches to over 1000 investors and developers over the past 2 years.Follow Michael:▶︎ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thepropfinguy/▶︎ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepropertyfinanceguy/▶︎ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-primrose-886a365b/?originalSubdomain=ukListen to the Podcast on:▶︎ Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-property-finance-podcast/id1448207494▶︎ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7JiDtm7hc0EfSW9LjCXDaO▶︎ YouTube - https://youtube.com/@thepropertyfinanceguy▶︎ Disclaimer - With the market changing so quickly, the content could be out of date at the time of listening.This Content is for informational purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
The self-employed estate agency dream versus reality. I spoke with Ian Wilkinson of Agent MXM about mindset, patience and building consistent income. We unpack common pitfalls, misleading early wins, and why support and systems matter more than fees. Essential listening for agents going self-employed.
What would you change about estate agency? I spoke with Sarka Wilde about slow, stressful transactions in England and Wales, burnout, fees, and self-worth. We explore accountability, raising standards, and building a more sustainable, value-driven agency.
Commercial Property Finance - Products, Structure and Strategy
In Today's episode we carry on the little mini series, re-releasing The Property Finance Academy. This episode is all around the more advanced side of Bridging Finance, and some of the more niche elements that you need to be aware of when adding this to your toolbox! You can also watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/bYmkKZhsVy8▶︎ Website - www.thepropertyfinancecollective.co.uk▶︎ The Host - With a passion for creative finance and the ability to structure deals for Finance, I love helping first time Developers and Investors to get deals packaged for the finance needed to push Property Careers forward, and to date I have raised over £500 million for Developers and Investors. I first got into property at the age of 18 when I got into Conveyancing straight out of school. I then went into Estate Agency, back into Conveyancing and I then got into brokering at the age of 22. I decided a year and a half later that I wanted to work for myself and try and shake up the market place! At the age of 24 I set up The Property Finance Guy and became the youngest owner of a Commercial Finance Brokerage in the Country, and alongside this I now also have a successful Training Company, educating Investor and Developers on how to raise finance, and a successful Podcast.I am a keen public speaker and have delivered training and speeches to over 1000 investors and developers over the past 2 years.Follow Michael:▶︎ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thepropfinguy/▶︎ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepropertyfinanceguy/▶︎ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-primrose-886a365b/?originalSubdomain=ukListen to the Podcast on:▶︎ Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-property-finance-podcast/id1448207494▶︎ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7JiDtm7hc0EfSW9LjCXDaO▶︎ YouTube - https://youtube.com/@thepropertyfinanceguy▶︎ Disclaimer - With the market changing so quickly, the content could be out of date at the time of listening.This Content is for informational purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
Could your biggest competitor be your greatest asset? I spoke with Ian Wilkinson (Agent MXM, Manchester) about collaborating with rival agents. From off market deals to referrals and GDPR, we explore how cooperation can unlock opportunities, add value, and give your business a real edge.
How does a top branch manager succeed in the UK property market while facing family pressures and adversity? Keira Evans shares her journey, tackling imposter syndrome, career shifts, and resilience, revealing why striving for excellence, not perfection, drives lasting success in estate agency.
Commercial Property Finance - Products, Structure and Strategy
In today's episode, and following the success of the last episode, it made sense to release the Development Finance modules of The Property Finance Academy! You can also watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/KqsNmNpSoHw▶︎ Website - www.thepropertyfinancecollective.co.uk▶︎ The Host - With a passion for creative finance and the ability to structure deals for Finance, I love helping first time Developers and Investors to get deals packaged for the finance needed to push Property Careers forward, and to date I have raised over £500 million for Developers and Investors. I first got into property at the age of 18 when I got into Conveyancing straight out of school. I then went into Estate Agency, back into Conveyancing and I then got into brokering at the age of 22. I decided a year and a half later that I wanted to work for myself and try and shake up the market place! At the age of 24 I set up The Property Finance Guy and became the youngest owner of a Commercial Finance Brokerage in the Country, and alongside this I now also have a successful Training Company, educating Investor and Developers on how to raise finance, and a successful Podcast.I am a keen public speaker and have delivered training and speeches to over 1000 investors and developers over the past 2 years.Follow Michael:▶︎ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thepropfinguy/▶︎ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepropertyfinanceguy/▶︎ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-primrose-886a365b/?originalSubdomain=ukListen to the Podcast on:▶︎ Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-property-finance-podcast/id1448207494▶︎ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7JiDtm7hc0EfSW9LjCXDaO▶︎ YouTube - https://youtube.com/@thepropertyfinanceguy▶︎ Disclaimer - With the market changing so quickly, the content could be out of date at the time of listening.This Content is for informational purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
In this episode, I'm joined by Vijay Vashistha from 99 Home to explore the industry's next big evolution. As consumer behaviour shifts, we discuss how AI simplifies the process for agents, landlords, and sellers, from automating descriptions to instant data retrieval. The real opportunity? Using data and online visibility so AI platforms actually recommend you to clients. Tune in now: How do you think AI will impact your agency over the coming years?
Today's guest is the Founder of Kate Brookfield Limited Bespoke agency specialising in creative marketing and social media led estate agency; selling happy homes for happy people and affectionately known as the homebuyers Cilla Black.She started her journey in the property world in 2002 working within a boutique, all female Estate Agency in Belsize Park and now with over 20+ years of experience and a reputation built on quiet consistency, bold leadership and impeccable taste, she is one of London's most respected property professionals. She doesn't just sell homes, she curates them.In early 2024, she launched her own brand, Kate Brookfield, and became the first collaborator with Vita Collaborations. The move marked a natural evolution in her career, combining her design-led sensibility and creative marketing mind to deliver a curated and considered service focusing on interiors and lifestyle through content creation.Specialising in North West and West London, she has an instinct for homes that tell a story and has also redefined how property is presented and sold on social media. Her distinctive, design-driven content generates exceptional visibility and momentum, with listings that don't just sell, they captivate.In this episode we discuss authenticity, marketing, modern real estate, entrepreneurship, personal branding, social media, owning a niche, plus loads more valuable content.Make sure to give this conversation a listen with one of the leading voices in the new age of estate agents on social media.
From tragedy to triumph, Lexi Hensby's estate agency journey is raw and inspiring. We explore her path into lettings, struggles with corporate life, and the personal challenges that reshaped her career. An honest conversation on resilience, mindset, and redefining success in today's property market. A must listen for agents questioning the norm.
Commercial Property Finance - Products, Structure and Strategy
In today's episode, and following a spate of questions around Bridging Finance, it seemed wise to release all the Bridging Modules from The Property Finance Academy, all in one episode! This episode is an amalgamation of years of content, all around bridging finance, giving a one stop shop for everything you could ever want to know! You can also watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/KqsNmNpSoHw▶︎ Website - www.thepropertyfinancecollective.co.uk▶︎ The Host - With a passion for creative finance and the ability to structure deals for Finance, I love helping first time Developers and Investors to get deals packaged for the finance needed to push Property Careers forward, and to date I have raised over £500 million for Developers and Investors. I first got into property at the age of 18 when I got into Conveyancing straight out of school. I then went into Estate Agency, back into Conveyancing and I then got into brokering at the age of 22. I decided a year and a half later that I wanted to work for myself and try and shake up the market place! At the age of 24 I set up The Property Finance Guy and became the youngest owner of a Commercial Finance Brokerage in the Country, and alongside this I now also have a successful Training Company, educating Investor and Developers on how to raise finance, and a successful Podcast.I am a keen public speaker and have delivered training and speeches to over 1000 investors and developers over the past 2 years.Follow Michael:▶︎ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thepropfinguy/▶︎ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thepropertyfinanceguy/▶︎ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-primrose-886a365b/?originalSubdomain=ukListen to the Podcast on:▶︎ Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-property-finance-podcast/id1448207494▶︎ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7JiDtm7hc0EfSW9LjCXDaO▶︎ YouTube - https://youtube.com/@thepropertyfinanceguy▶︎ Disclaimer - With the market changing so quickly, the content could be out of date at the time of listening.This Content is for informational purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
Mum guilt in estate agency is rarely discussed but widely felt. I spoke with Lexi Hensby about balancing viewings, family life, and the emotional strain that comes with both. We explore pressure, judgement, and the myth of perfect balance, plus what real support at home looks like. A must listen conversation.
Is estate agency a profession or just an industry? I chat with Grace Milham, Group Operations Director, about what professionalism truly means, the evolution of the market, compliance, and practical tips to improve mindset, processes, and business efficiency.
Is your property career serving your life or consuming it? I sit down with Cindy Slaughter to explore keeping family as your North Star, surviving the six month wobble, and why enjoying the journey, not just chasing instructions, leads to success.
Is overvaluing a competitive tactic, or are we quietly damaging our industry and the clients we're meant to protect? In this episode, I sit down with Matt and Neil Baldock, The Baldock Brothers, to unpack the fallout of inflated pricing, long sole agency agreements and our 53% sell through rate.
In this episode, I chat with Cindy Slaughter, Head of Marketing at Avocado, about why the industry needs a cultural overhaul. We explore moving from transactional models to human-centred, relationship-driven approaches that boost both client experience and agent satisfaction.
Why does the gender gap persist in UK estate and letting agencies? Chris Watkin talks with David Powell, CEO of Andrews Property Group, about why it happens and how to fix it. They explore flexible working, career progression, and how better gender balance strengthens teams, leadership, and long term business success.
Most agents chase quick listings, missing the bigger picture. I chat with Cindy Slaughter from Avocado Property about why the UK property industry struggles with marketing, how patience and CRM-driven touchpoints build trust, and why top agents act like marketers first.
Is this the UK's most ethical estate agency? Chris Watkin talks with David Powell, CEO of Andrews, about what ethical agency really means. From charitable ownership to customer first values, they explore overvaluing, industry change, and how profit and purpose can work together in today's property market.
In this episode, we talk with Amy Rowlands, an estate agency leader from North East Wales, about one of the UK property market's biggest challenges: staff engagement. Amy shares honest insights on recruitment, COVID's impact, and tough lessons from staff departures, revealing why clear values, shared vision and genuinely caring for people are key to building motivated, committed teams.
Estate agency in 2036 is under the spotlight as Chris Watkin talks with David Powell, CEO of Andrews. Drawing on 26 years' experience, David explores the future of the industry, why accountability matters more than personal branding, and how focusing on vendor experience will shape successful, future proof estate agencies across the UK.
From shop floor to agency owner, Chris Ellis shares his unfiltered journey through estate agency, revealing resilience, leadership lessons, mental wellbeing struggles, and the highs and lows of UK property life.
From kitchen table to thriving estate agency, Amy Rowlands shares a candid look at building a property business from scratch. She talks redundancies, early uncertainty, scaling too fast, partnerships, and finding balance. An honest, inspiring conversation about the realities of running a UK estate agency, learning from setbacks, and coming back stronger with a renewed focus on people and clients.
Do tout letters still work in today's property market? Sam Ashdown and Phil Jones reveal how well crafted letters can unlock valuations, uncover hidden opportunities and deliver serious ROI when used as part of a smart, strategic estate agency system.
Estate agent Chris Ellis argues long tie in periods encourage overvaluing, hinder honest pricing, and reduce sale success. He shares insights on faster sales, stronger prices, and better agency reputation.
Should you launch an estate agency solo or with a partner? Sam Ashdown and Phil Jones of ASHDOWN JONES share eight years of real world experience, revealing the rewards, risks and realities of partnerships, from trust and timing to ego, profit and decision making.
Should estate agents be paid commission? Sam Ashdown and Phil Jones share insights from running a successful Lake District agency, exploring why commission can demotivate, how alternative rewards boost morale, and how to balance fair pay, strong culture and client focused performance.
Discover how Ashdown Jones founders Sam Ashdown and Phil Jones help estate agents earn beyond commission. From smart property investment to systemised agencies and alternative income streams, they share practical ways to build wealth, freedom and a lighter touch business.
At Sean Newman's Estate Agency Conference in Birmingham, Tom Panos reveals why small UK agents can outperform the giants. Learn how speed, focus and smart strategy can beat size, plus a simple script to win more vendors.
Feeling like David among Goliaths? UK estate agency coach Josh Phegan explains why being small is a strength, not a weakness. Learn how agility, honest positioning and smarter post-instruction calls help independents win listings and referrals.
Thinking of starting or scaling an estate agency in 2025? Meet the Newtons, a family team redefining Grantham's property market with their new agency, David Grace. Blending decades of local expertise with modern tech and fresh ideas, they combine personal service, strong branding and client first thinking to deliver care, accessibility and results.
Think door knocking is outdated? Sam Ashdown and Phil Jones reveal how this often avoided tactic wins high value instructions. Learn how to overcome rejection, stand out creatively, and turn door knocking into a confident, KPI driven habit for estate agency success.
Why are so many estate agency suppliers poor at marketing themselves? In this episode, Simon King offers insight from both sides of the industry, exploring why some brands connect while others fall flat. He discusses humanising a company, keeping clients engaged after the sale, and the pitfalls suppliers still face across the UK property market.