Letting & Estate Agent Podcast

In this episode of Estate Agent Stories, we chat with Sam Cerrone, who’s spent 25 years in the UK property market. From corporate beginnings to thriving as a self employed agent, Sam shares her journey of resilience, growth, and self belief. She opens up about loss, rebuilding her career, and finding freedom on her own terms. A powerful story for anyone ready to back themselves and take the leap in estate agency.

What’s it like joining the family business when that business is one of South Yorkshire’s best known estate agencies? Shanice Gandhi shares her journey from managing multimillion pound construction sites to working alongside her father, Sanjay Gandhi. She talks about setting boundaries, building her own identity within an established brand, and offers honest advice for anyone entering a family run business. Tune in for her insights on finding your voice and thriving in property with family.

Join Patsy Day, a letting and estate agent from the east of England with the Belvoir Franchise Network, as she shares her journey from a council estate in Huntingdon to owning two thriving offices. In this honest and inspiring episode, Patsy reflects on growth, delegation, setbacks, and putting people first in the property industry. A must for anyone aiming to build a successful career or business in property.

Simon King, an estate agency non-executive director and thought leader, joins to discuss the chaos of 14 housing ministers in just ten years. He explores how this political instability impacts agents, buyers, and sellers. Simon reveals how housing serves as a key economic indicator and the increasing role of foreign investment. He also sheds light on surprising real-term house price movements and the resilience of wages amid these changes, providing insights crucial for understanding the future of the UK property market.

Siân Hemming Metcalfe, Operations Director at Inventory Base and an industry expert on compliance, shares insights on the upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill. She explains how this bill can be more than just red tape—it’s a marketing advantage. Emphasizing the importance of compliance, Siân discusses how it can enhance agency reputation, protect landlords, and justify higher fees. She also highlights the need for suppliers to align with agents to maintain professional standards, transforming how lettings are approached.

In this discussion, guest Steph Vass, co-founder and chief guru of TAUK, brings extensive experience in the property market. They analyze the current UK property landscape, revealing the drop in new listings and the surprising behavior of agents regarding price reductions in November. Steph sheds light on buyer psychology and the significance of storytelling in pricing discussions. Additionally, they explore the impact of high-value Inner London listings on average prices and emphasize the necessity for speed in transactions.

Jamie Lester, the London-based founder of House, dives into the transformative world of self-employed estate agency. He discusses how the pandemic has sparked a rise in self-employment among agents, emphasizing the importance of mindset over brand. Jamie shares impressive income potential comparisons, highlighting greater earnings in self-employment. He also reveals strategic prospecting techniques and the support his brokerage offers, positioning self-employment as a lucrative and empowering choice in the UK property market.

Are you a woman working in UK property and ready to elevate your career? In this episode, Clare Hughes from Women in Estate Agency shares how their Rightmove backed leadership training empowers women to build confidence, overcome imposter syndrome and lead with impact. Discover how to grow, connect and shape the future of women in property. Listen now and join the conversation.

Sharon Carter, an East Anglian estate agent, shares her journey through personal setbacks, burnout, and menopause while emphasizing the importance of mental resilience. She discusses the critical distinction between mental resilience and mental health and explains how resilience is cultivated from childhood. Sharon candidly reveals the impact of menopausal symptoms on her confidence and daily decisions, encouraging women to advocate for themselves in healthcare and be proactive from their early 40s.

Patsy Day, a seasoned Belvoir franchisee with 16 years of experience in Suffolk and Norfolk, shares her insights on thriving as part of a franchise network. She emphasizes the vital brand support and guidance that helped her navigate challenges, especially during COVID. Patsy highlights the importance of peer connections and accountability from business development managers. She discusses the implications of the TPFG merger, expressing optimism about new commercial opportunities while noting a shift in company culture.