Letting & Estate Agent Podcast

Why are more UK estate agencies embracing the self-employed model? Adam Day, head of eXp UK, reveals why this shift could transform your business. By reducing overheads and risk, while attracting ambitious talent back into the industry, agencies gain freedom to grow without sacrificing control. With eXp handling contracts and admin, you keep your own brand and focus on sales. Adam also unpacks commission splits and costs. Essential listening for agents wanting to scale, boost profits, and stay competitive.

Has estate agency lost its spark? Jason Bull tells it like it is. In this episode, we dive into why the profession feels flat for many UK agents, from falling real earnings to poor lead handling. Industry coach Jason Bull breaks it down and shares how to revive the buzz with better standards, smarter systems, and a renewed sense of purpose. It’s not just about money, it’s about challenge, fulfilment, and feeling fired up again. Tune in and let’s talk.

Iain McKenzie, leader of the Guild of Property Professionals, shares his expertise on the UK property market. He reveals that new listings have significantly increased post-Bank Holiday. The discussion dives into sales figures, showcasing a stable market with a crucial link between speed-to-sale and successful outcomes. Iain also emphasizes the importance of accurate pricing to avoid prolonged sales times. Additionally, trends in lettings highlight OpenRent's growing influence as landlords shift away from traditional high-street agents.

Branch Managers on £25K?! In this episode, Andrew Seldon, MD at Belvoir, joins us to tackle one of the property industry's biggest issues, low pay and sinking morale. We unpack stagnant salaries, burnout, and why commission isn’t cutting it. Andrew offers straight talking advice on asking for a raise, knowing your worth, and preparing for tough conversations. Business owners, take note, talent is leaving, and it’s time to rethink training, pay, and support. Hit play and join the conversation the industry needs.

In this episode, we sit down with David Adams, Managing Director of Cavendish Estate & Letting Agents in Chester and North Wales, and author of the Amazon #1 Best Seller The Landlord’s Playbook. David shares his fascinating journey in the estate agency world, offering insights into his success, challenges, and what it takes to thrive in the competitive property market. Tune in for an inspiring look at his story and valuable industry advice.

The EPC 2030 Shake Up: What Letting Agents Need to Know Big changes are looming for Energy Performance Certificates, and if you’re in lettings or property management, this could be one of the most important updates you face before 2030. In this episode, we’re joined by Nicol Nightingale, a seasoned letting agent in Leicester, to unpack what’s really going on behind the headlines. Nicol shares her experience managing a large portfolio of electric only properties, why the current EPC system has been a long standing frustration, and how upcoming changes could turn everything on its head. From recalculations that may suddenly favour electric over gas, to the possible hike in improvement cost caps from £3,500 to £15,000 per property, this is a conversation that every UK property professional should hear. Filmed in May 2025, this is your chance to get ahead of the curve before the rules change. Listen now and let us know what you think in the comments, are you ready for the EPC overhaul?

Is the ROPA Report a Waste of Time for UK Estate Agents? In this episode, London estate agency broker Rupert Collingwood shares his candid views on the much debated ROPER regulation and why, in his opinion, it might be more of a headache than a help for estate and letting agents. If you work in the UK property market, understanding the reality behind enforcement and what really affects trust in our industry is essential. Rupert explains how the original ROPA report was influenced by vested interests and why enforcement is hampered by Trading Standards’ stretched resources. He argues that more regulation isn’t necessarily the answer to improving trust, rather, proper enforcement of existing rules is what’s missing. Rupert also suggests an innovative public-private partnership to boost accountability across the board. Wondering if ROPA is actually helping or just creating more confusion? Tune in to hear Rupert’s full take, then share your thoughts. Do you agree or disagree? Let’s get the conversation going!

Thinking of boosting your estate agency’s success? Adam Day from eXp UK explains why switching to a self employed model could be the key. He shares how it cuts costs, attracts top talent, and helps you grow without losing control. Keep your brand while eXp handles the admin. Learn how commission splits work and why this model is reshaping the property market. If you're ready to scale with less hassle, this podcast is essential listening. Tune in and decide for yourself!

From Negotiator to Brokerage Boss: Jamie Fisher’s Estate Agency Journey Jamie Fisher, owner of Muvin and founding member of Real Agency, shares his story from starting out in Colchester to launching a modern brokerage across Essex and Hertfordshire. In this candid chat, he talks about falling into property by chance, the impact of his upbringing, and why he left the corporate world behind. Jamie opens up about burnout, finding balance, and reigniting his passion through the brokerage model. A must listen for agents at any stage, whether you’re stuck, ambitious, or just curious about the future of estate agency.

UK PROPERTY MARKET WEEKLY UPDATE — Week 32, 2025 Welcome to the 32nd UK Property Market Stats Show of 2025 — your go-to weekly YouTube ‘TV Programme’ on the UK property market. This week, I’m joined by Toby Martin, as we unpack the key headlines from the 32nd week of 2025, ending Sunday, 17th August 2025 ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TBg83AsHpRg 
 🔍 Key Market Stats – Week 32 of 2025 ✅ Listings (New to Market) 32.2k new listings this week (Down as expected from 32.7k last week). 2025 weekly average : 36.6k YTD listings are 3.5% higher than 2024 YTD and 7% above the 2017–19 YTD average (1.17m YTD vs 1.13m in 2024 YTD) ✅ Price Reductions 20.6k reductions this week (down from 21.8k last week - it is holiday season). That’s still only 1 in 7.1 homes on the market being reduced monthly (14.1%) For context: • 14.1% in July, 14% in June & 13.4% in May • 12.1% average in 2024 • Long-term 5-year average: 10.6% ✅ Sales Agreed 25k homes sold STC this week (the same as last week) 2025 weekly average : 26.5k YTD agreed sales: • 6.9% up on 2024 (846k vs 792k) • 14.2% up on pre-Covid average of 741k (2017–19) ✅ Sell-Through Rate (July, in arrears) 15.4% of properties on agent’s books went SSTC in July. Up from 15.3% in June. 16.1% in May 2024 monthly average: 15.3% 8-year overall average: 17.9% ✅ Sale Fall-Throughs 5,817 fall-throughs last week (from a 512k SSTC pipeline (units)). Weekly average for 2025: 6,242 Fall-thru rate as percentage of gross sales: 23.2% (down from 24.4% last week). The 9 year long-term average of 24.2% (post-Truss chaos saw that at levels of 40%+) ✅ Net Sales 19.3k net sales this week (Up from 19k last week) Weekly average for 2025: 20.2k YTD Net Sales: • 647k in 2025 which is 5.7% ahead of 2024 YTD figure of 611k and 10.6% up on 2017–19 YTD (584k) ✅ % Chance the Home will Sell (month in arrears) July stats showed 50.9% of UK Homes that left the estate agents books in exchanged & completed contracts (ie the agent got paid and the home moved on completion), the remaining 49.1% left Estate Agent books, unsold and homeowner staying in their home. Comparison Jun - 51.3% May - 51.7% April - 53.2% NB - this July stat will change throughout August as more data comes through. ✅ Stock Levels (For Sale and Sales Pipeline) - 1st of the Month 763k homes on the market at the start of 1st August - 6.7% higher than 1st August 2024 (715k). 512k homes in Estate Agents sales pipelines on 1st August - 4% higher than than 1st August 2024 ✅ House Prices (measured by £/sq.ft) £344.78/sqft on Sales Agreed in July 2025 - 1.97% higher than July 2024 and 3.85% higher than July 2022. ✅ Rental Stats (in arrears) July 2025 with an average rent of £1,876 pcm (July ’24 - £1,863 pcm) (YTD 2025 average is £1767 pcm). ✅ Local Focus: Bournemouth Graphs for downloading https://we.tl/t-P06nGhVxcq