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Letting & Estate Agent Podcast

Letting & Estate Agent Podcast

Hosted by Christopher Watkin

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500

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Aug 2026

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EN

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The Letting & Estate Agents Podcast Having worked for some of the biggest names in the industry, Christopher now offers advice, actions and opinion in helping letting and estate agents grow their lettings and estate agency's. Christopher has proven methods on how to attract landlords and house sellers and helps many agents, using a technique that is designed (if implemented correctly) to grow any agency's turnover by at least 20% to 30% year on year. Its hard work and it requires buckets loads of patience though

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August 7, 20261 hr 20 min

UK Property Market Stats Show - Week 30 2026 - Ep. 2605

The UK property market has spent much of 2026 looking weaker than last year, but the latest figures suggest the gap may finally be narrowing. In Week 30, 24.7k homes sold subject to contract, net sales moved back in line with 2024, and July appears to have delivered a noticeably stronger finish than many expected. It is too early to declare a Burnham Bounce, but after a difficult late spring, there are at least signs that the market has found a little momentum. This week, I am joined by property economist Adam Lawrence from Properomics to dig beneath the headlines and examine what is really happening with listings, price reductions, sales, fall-throughs, exchanges and stock levels. We also head to Maidstone for a detailed review of its estate and letting agents, revealing the huge differences in market share, pricing strategy, fall-through rates and the chances of a homeowner actually reaching exchange and completion. The main stats for UK property market stats for week 29, week ending 26th July 2026. 🟩   Listings Week 30 .. 32.8k new listings this week, (33.6k last week). Weekly 2026 average : 36.7k.  10 year week 30 average : 33.8k  Year to Date 1.102m new listings YTD   0.2% lower than 2025 YTD (1.104m) 3.9% ahead of 2024 YTD (1.061m) 11% higher than the 2017–19 average YTD (988k).       🟩  UK Gross Resi Sales Week 30 .. 24.7k homes sold stc this week 30 (24k last week)   10 year week 30 average : 26.1k 2026 weekly average : 24.6k. Year to Date for house sales  740k UK homes sold stc YTD 7.1% lower than 2025 YTD (796k) Yet still Gross Sales YTD are still … 0.2% lower to 2024 YTD (741k) 10.8% higher than 2023 YTD (668k) 6.5% higher above pre Covid 2017-19 years (733k). Decade average - 733k YTD 🟩 UK Net Resi Sales YTD  (Net Sales being Gross Sales less Sale Fall Thrus).  Week 30 19k Net Sales (18.2k last week)  10 year Week 30 average: 20.1k. Weekly average for 2026: 19.2k.  Year to Date 575k UK net home sales YTD  5.5% lower than 2025 (608k),  Same as 2024 13.2% ahead of 2023 (507k) 4.3% above the 2017–19 average (551k).      🟩   Exchanges & Withdrawals •           46.6k Exchanges in July 2026 (note this figure will rise during August as more exchanges get reported. On past trends, expect that to end on mid/ late 70k’s •          43.5k Withdrawals in July 2026  – again, this figure will increase as more July withdrawals come thru the system throughout August •           Therefore, in July 2026, only 51.7% of homes that left agents’ books exchanged & completed in July (the rest - 48.3% withdrew, unsold) •     57.6% is the 7 year average exchange to listings ratio (which includes the crazy years post lockdown 18 months).  🟥 Want more in-depth analysis on these stats ?? Watch this week’s episode (week 30) of the ‘UK Property Market Stats Show’ with Adam Lawrence from Propenomix https://youtu.be/hsmvhTp97_g

August 6, 20267 min

Mum Guilt in Estate Agency - Ep. 2604

Is “mum guilt” holding women back in estate agency? I’m joined by estate agent, author and coach Lucy Joerin to discuss balancing family, career ambition and expectations, challenging limiting beliefs, and why it may be time to rethink the conversation around mum guilt altogether.

August 5, 20263 min

AI vs Customer Service in Estate Agency - Ep. 2603

Can AI improve estate and letting agency without replacing great customer service? Paul Sloan explains where technology adds value, why sensitive conversations should stay human, and how automating compliance tasks frees agents to focus on building stronger client relationships.

August 5, 20264 min

What being the eldest of 38 children taught me - Ep. 2560

What can being the eldest of 38 children teach you about estate agency? Rachel Ollington shares how growing up in a foster family shaped her understanding of people, homes and empathy. We explore why understanding clients' emotions can transform relationships and deliver better outcomes in property.

August 4, 20264 min

The Good Landlord Book - Ep. 2602

Are you prepared for the biggest shake up in UK tenancy law for a generation? Suzanne Smith shares practical advice on the Renters' Rights Act, helping landlords and letting agents navigate new rules, strengthen tenant relationships and stay ahead of major legislative changes.

August 3, 20264 min

Great Estate Agent, Crap Boss - Ep. 2601

Mike Robson of Avocado Estate Agents joins me to discuss why great agents often struggle as business owners. Learn how his team achieves a 77% exchange ratio, why quality beats quantity, and how to build a profitable agency that works for you.

July 31, 20261 hr 8 min

UK Property Market Stats Show - Week 29 2026 - Ep.2599

Here are the UK property market stats for week 29, week ending 26th July 2026. 🟩   Listings Week 29 .. 33.6k new listings this week, (33.8k last week). Weekly 2026 average : 36.9k.  10 year week 28 average : 33.5k  Year to Date 1.069m new listings YTD   Identical to 2025 YTD 4.1% ahead of 2024 YTD (1.027m) 11.4% higher than the 2017–19 average YTD (959k).       🟩  UK Gross Resi Sales Week 29 .. 24k homes sold stc this week 28 (23.6k last week)   10 year week 29 average : 24.8k 2026 weekly average : 24.7k. July Figures The July property market figures tell two very different stories, depending on which year you choose for comparison. Across the UK, the number of homes sold subject to contract was 5.2% lower than in July 2025. Yet sales were still 13.6% higher than in July 2023, when the property market was struggling with rapidly rising mortgage rates and weakened buyer confidence. Here is how every region performed: * East Midlands: down 3.9% compared with July 2025, but up 20.3% compared with July 2023. * East of England: down 2.7% on 2025, yet up an impressive 21.1% on 2023, the strongest three-year improvement of any region. * London: down 4.4% against 2025 and only 5.6% ahead of 2023, making the capital the clear laggard. * North East: down 4.4% year on year, but still 12.3% higher than in 2023. * North West: down 9.5% compared with 2025, the largest annual fall, although activity remained 15.3% above 2023. * Scotland: up 0.3% against July 2025 and up 15.7% compared with 2023. It was the only region to record annual growth. * South East: down 5.9% year on year, but 12.9% ahead of 2023. * South West: down 3.1% compared with 2025 and up 11.5% against 2023. * Wales: down 4.9% year on year, while remaining 11.9% above July 2023. * West Midlands: down 6.0% against 2025, but up 14.4% compared with 2023. * Yorkshire and the Humber: down 7.4% year on year, although sales were still 11.0% higher than in July 2023. * Nationally: sales were down 5.2% compared with July 2025, but up 13.6% compared with July 2023. So, is the property market improving or weakening? The honest answer is that it has cooled from last year, but it is nowhere near the difficult conditions experienced in 2023. Most regions are seeing fewer sales agreed than in July 2025. However, every region except Scotland is being compared with an unusually active 2025 market. Against 2023, every region is comfortably ahead. The biggest lesson is that national headlines rarely tell the whole story. For homeowners, this means there are still buyers in the market, but they have more choice and are less forgiving when a home is launched at an unrealistic asking price. Properties that are well presented, marketed properly and sensibly priced are still attracting interest. Those that chase the market from behind may struggle. The figures do not suggest a property market in crisis. They suggest a more selective market where preparation, presentation and pricing matter. Year to Date for house sales  715k UK homes sold stc YTD 7.1% lower than 2025 YTD (769k) Yet still Gross Sales YTD are still … Identical to 2024 YTD (715k) 10.7% higher than 2023 YTD (646k) 6.7% higher above pre Covid 2017-19 years (670k). Decade average - 707k YTD 🟩 UK Net Resi Sales YTD  (Net Sales being Gross Sales less Sale Fall Thrus).  Week 28 18.2k Net Sales (18.1k last week)  10 year Week 28 average: 19.1k. Weekly average for 2026: 19.2k.  🟥 Want more in-depth analysis on these stats ?? Watch this week’s episode (week 29) of the ‘UK Property Market Stats Show’ with Ben Madden https://youtu.be/gxngstEPJVM

July 30, 202633 min

My Estate Agency Story - Ep. 2599

From Million Dollar Listing to building a boutique agency in Oxfordshire, Lucy Joerin shares lessons on branding, growth, premium property sales and lead generation. We discuss launching from scratch, avoiding cash flow mistakes, recruitment, franchising and what it really takes to build a successful estate agency.

July 29, 202612 min

Student Landlords - Is it worth it after the Renters Rights Bill ? - Ep. 2598

Student rentals have been transformed by the Renters' Rights Act. I'm joined by Suzanne Smith to explore the biggest challenges facing landlords, from eviction risks and advance rent restrictions to changing letting patterns, and why proactive letting agents have a real opportunity to support clients through the changes.

July 28, 20263 min

The either / or culture in Estate Agency - Ep. 2597

Can estate and letting agents be both ethical and profitable? Rachel Ollington believes they can. We discuss challenging industry misconceptions, balancing landlord and tenant relationships, building high performing teams, and creating a sustainable agency where ethics, profitability and people work together.

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