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...
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...
Signed Off (But Not Safe)
Led Zeppelin’s Communication Breakdown Wasn’t the Only One Cladding Matters - Today at 1pm Article b...
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 ...
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...
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...
Real Deadlines: Is the Sector Ready for Sustainable Construction?
Article by Hamish McLay, conveyancing collaboratorEvery four weeks, Construction Matters checks in o...
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...
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...
Planning by Opinion: Are Councils Fit to Decide?
Article by Hamish McLay, conveyancing collaboratorAll across the UK, planning committees are making ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
HMOs: A Social Solution to Today’s Housing Challenges
Written by Hamish McLay – background for Planning Matters podcastPodcast directed and produced by Ga...
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...
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, ...
PAS 9980: When Fire Safety Starts to Feel Optional
Written by Hamish McLay – background for Cladding Matters podcastThere’s a strange comfort in hearin...
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...
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...
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...
The Decline of Landlords: A Shifting Landscape
Today on Spilling The Proper-Tea, we are focusing on a growing concern across the property industry ...
The Cracks in the System: Landlords, Residents, and the Growing Benefit Shortfall. Invitation For Landlords To Have Your Say!
Last week's podcast stirred a strong response, and rightly so. Featuring insights fro...
When an Estate Agent Does the Right Thing
It's not every day that you come across a business that's willing to put integrity ahead o...
Digital Planning: Learning about resilience, cohesion and trust at the 25th Belgo-British Conference
Lou Welham at the 25th annual Belgo-British Conference Recently I had the privilege of attending the...
Igniting Debate: The EWS1 Crisis with Consequences that Burn
The persistent and complex issue of cladding and fire safety in residential properties will be explo...
Property Quorum: “Benefit Shortfall: Challenges For Landlords & Residents”
The private rental sector in England is undergoing a period of increasing pressure, with one issue b...
Buying or Selling A Home? Here's How To Speed Up The Process And Limit Stress
Buying or selling your home is one of life's biggest milestones – but it can also be one o...
Construction Matters Podcast New Episode: Brick By Brick – Quality Isn’t Optional
Welcome to the latest episode of Construction Matters. Today, we explore the construction industry, ...
This week on spilling the proper-tea
Join us for four interesting and varied podcasts this week, each chaired by Gareth Wax - producer, d...