They Know the Risk. We Live With the Fear.

When you own your home, you expect to be told what’s happening to it. Especially when that home has ...

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Who Needs Their Guidance Anyway? – What Now for Property Agents?

This Thursday, 22nd May at 10:00 AM, Property Quorum returns with a bold new episode titled “Who Nee...

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IPSA Kind of Magic: When Clients Speak Up, We Listen and Step Up

Over the past month, we've been sharing insights into the diverse range of services independent prop...

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MI Guidance Is No More – Time to Lead, Not Just List

This Tuesday at 1pm, Property Matters returns with a conversation many in the industry didn’t expect...

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The Week Ahead in Podcasts & Articles: w/c 19th May 2025

Four podcasts in five days - and each one cuts into a different part of the property conversation. G...

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Cladding Crisis, Confusion, and Concern: What’s Really Going On at Royal Artillery Quays?

This Friday on Spilling The Proper-Tea, we return to one of the UK’s most troubling and unresolved h...

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The Collaboration Illusion: Why the Property Industry Is Paralysed — and How We Fix It

At a time when the UK property market is crying out for reform, one word is regularly cham...

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The New Era of Property Listings – What Agents Need to Know

Property Quorum – Thursday at 10amThere’s a quiet shift happening in the background of estate agency...

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Residential Searches First - Now Commercial Too: Widening Your View

Many property professionals know Independent Personal Search Agents (IPSA) best for their work in re...

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Where Are The Next Generation Of Property Owners?

The question of how – or even whether – the next generation will be able to own property in the UK i...

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The Week Ahead in Podcasts & Articles: w/c 12th May 2025

Four podcasts across a full five-day week – a change of pace after the recent run of short weeks. Th...

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The Risks and Rewards of Building an AI-Powered Property Search Platform That Relies on External Portals

As artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Perplexity conti...

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Signed Off (But Not Safe)

Led Zeppelin’s Communication Breakdown Wasn’t the Only One Cladding Matters - Today at 1pm Article b...

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Enough is Enough: Why the British Property Industry Must Stop Waiting for Government Fixes

Another day, another legislative upheaval. This week's announcement from National Trading ...

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Red Tape and Roadblocks: What's Holding Up Home Sales?

The dream of a smooth house move feels more out of reach than ever. Buyers and sellers are still tur...

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Beyond the Buyer’s Pack: A Practical Helping Hand for Solicitors

IPSA Kind Of Magic – Wednesday 7th May at 1pmArticle written by - Hamish McLayEpisode title: “Beyond...

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Real Deadlines: Is the Sector Ready for Sustainable Construction?

Article by Hamish McLay, conveyancing collaboratorEvery four weeks, Construction Matters checks in o...

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The Week Ahead in Podcasts & Articles: w/c 5th May 2025

A tight week again – four podcasts, four days – and while you might spot the usual suspects, it’s th...

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ESTATE AGENTS UNITE: SIGN THE PETITION AGAINST RIGHTMOVE'S UNJUST PRICE HIKES?

The UK estate agency industry is at breaking point. While the government reports inflation...

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Planning by Opinion: Are Councils Fit to Decide?

Article by Hamish McLay, conveyancing collaboratorAll across the UK, planning committees are making ...

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Property Quorum - MHCLG Facing A Mountain: Costing More, Coping Less?

Written by - Hamish McLayThere’s no denying that the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Gove...

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IPSA Kind of Magic - Buyer Beware: The Hidden Gaps in Your Pack

When you're buying a property, you quickly get used to hearing about the Buyer’s Pack. It’s the bund...

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Essential Searches: Demystifying the Buyer's Pack

A warm-up to next week’s IPSA Kind of Magic podcast – live Wednesday at 1pmIf you’re buying a proper...

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WiggyWam Launchpad: Donation & Rewards Based Crowdfunding - Niche To The UK Property Industry

In the world of property, a single bold idea can change everything - speeding up transacti...

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HMOs: A Social Solution to Today’s Housing Challenges

Written by Hamish McLay – background for Planning Matters podcastPodcast directed and produced by Ga...

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The Week Ahead in Podcasts & Articles: w/c 28th April 2025

Back to our four varied podcasts this week, each chaired by Gareth Wax - producer, director, and you...

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The Hidden Cost of Cutting Corners and Why Home Buyers Should Invest Wisely

Buying a home is likely the biggest financial commitment you'll ever make. It's exciting, ...

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PAS 9980: When Fire Safety Starts to Feel Optional

Written by Hamish McLay – background for Cladding Matters podcastThere’s a strange comfort in hearin...

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Building Trust: Can We Fix the Foundations of UK Construction?

Walk past a newbuild site today and you’ll still hear the clang of steel, the whirr of cranes, and m...

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The Week Ahead in Podcasts & Articles: w/c 21st April 2025

Join us for the three interesting and varied podcasts this week, each chaired by Gareth Wax - produc...

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