House of Property

Katie Griffin and Martyn Baum
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The go to show for all those must haves in property and business - talking all things property, business and life ...

  1. 4d ago

    ๐ŸŽค๐Ÿ  HOP S6 E15: Are We Drowning in Noise? ๐Ÿ ๐ŸŽค

    This week on HOP, Katie Griffin and Martyn Baum take on the constant stream of headlines, notifications, reports, dashboards and data that seem to dominate modern business.From doom-and-gloom property headlines to clients expecting instant replies, the question is simple: are we better informed โ€” or just overwhelmed?We ask whether agents really need to answer everything immediately, what tasks we could stop doing tomorrow that nobody would notice, and whether more communication always means better service.And then thereโ€™s the controversial one: do sellers actually need Rightmove click-through reports?Do these reports genuinely help clients understand what is happening with their property, or are they just vanity metrics that tell us how many people looked without telling us why they did not book a viewing?If a property is getting plenty of online attention but no physical viewings, is that useful evidence for a price conversation โ€” or does โ€œno viewingsโ€ already tell us everything we need to know?Katie and Martyn debate where data becomes useful insight, when reporting becomes noise, and whether the real job of an agent is not simply to give clients information โ€” but to explain what that information actually means.Plus: what could you stop doing in your business tomorrow that nobody would even notice?

  2. Sep 24

    ๐ŸŽค๐Ÿ  HOP S6 E14: The View from Both Sides ๐Ÿ ๐ŸŽค

    What happens when an estate agent experiences the moving process as a buyer and a seller?This week at House of Property with Katie Griffin and Martyn Baum we are turning the questions on Martyn. We want to know what has surprised him, where the process has felt frustrating, what good communication really looks like from the customerโ€™s side, and what we as estate agents could do better.From arranging viewings and receiving feedback to making an offer and waiting for a sale to progress, weโ€™ll talk honestly about the moments that matter most to buyers and sellers.If you work in property, when did you last experience the process as your customer does?Join us for House of Property, Season 6, Episode 14: The View from Both Sides.#HouseOfProperty #EstateAgents #PropertyPodcast #BuyingAHome #SellingAHome #EstateAgency

  3. Sep 19

    ๐ŸŽค๐Ÿ  HOP S6 E13: Donโ€™t Let Your Business Go Stale ๐Ÿ ๐ŸŽค

    When was the last time you looked at your business through the eyes of a potential customer?This week, Katie Griffin and Martyn Baum discuss the parts of a business that can easily become tired, outdated or forgotten. From keeping your Google and Apple business pages accurate and engaging, to reviewing your website and checking that your online valuation tool still looks fresh and works properly.We also explore the importance of physical presence: your office space, window displays, signage and property boards. Do they still represent the quality of your business and create the right first impression?It is easy to become focused on the day-to-day workload, but the small details matter. Regularly reviewing, refreshing and maintaining every customer touchpoint helps your business remain visible, relevant and ready for its next opportunity.Join us live for HOP Season 6, Episode 13: Donโ€™t Let Your Business Go Stale or catch up on Apple Podcast and Spotify#HouseOfProperty #EstateAgents #PropertyMarket #FeelTheFear #MakeTheMove #PropertyPodcast #BusinessMindset #SalesSkills #EstateAgency #RealTalkInAgency

  4. Sep 11

    ๐ŸŽค๐Ÿ  HOP S6 E12: Feel the Fear โ€” Make the Move ๐Ÿ ๐ŸŽค

    Join Katie Griffin and Martyn Baum for the latest House of Property Podcast. What would you do if fear wasnโ€™t making the decision? In this episode, Katie and Martyn explore the fears that can stop us from taking the next stepโ€”whether that means moving home, changing direction in business or making an important decision in life. We discuss the fear of change, rejection and getting it wrong, as well as the worry that moving forward could mean losing what we already have. Fear can make us hesitate, overthink and wait for the โ€œperfectโ€ momentโ€”even when we know that something needs to change.In property, it might prevent a seller from coming to the market, making a necessary price adjustment or accepting an offer. In business, it can stop us from trying something new, having a difficult conversation or pursuing an opportunity because we are afraid of hearing โ€œnoโ€. Katie and Martyn talk honestly about the doubts that surface when something really matters, why waiting until you feel completely ready can leave you standing still, and how courage isnโ€™t about being fearlessโ€”itโ€™s about recognising the risks, trusting yourself and making the move anyway. You may not get everything right, and things may not always go exactly to planโ€”but standing still also carries a cost. This episode is about facing uncertainty, learning from rejection and refusing to let the fear of losing prevent you from discovering what you could gain. Join us live for HOP Season 6, Episode 12: Feel the Fear โ€” Make the Move or catch up on Apple Podcast and Spotify #HouseOfProperty #EstateAgents #PropertyMarket #FeelTheFear #MakeTheMove #PropertyPodcast #BusinessMindset #SalesSkills #EstateAgency #RealTalkInAgency

  5. Sep 9

    ๐ŸŽค๐Ÿ  HOP S6 E11: 119 Days Left โ€” Donโ€™t Waste Them ๐Ÿ ๐ŸŽค

    HOP S6 E11: 119 Days Left โ€” Donโ€™t Waste Them Join Katie Griffin and Martyn Baum for the latest @House of Property Podcast.There are just 119 days left of 2026 โ€” but is that enough time to make your property moves happen? In this episode of House of Property, Katie and Martyn look at why the final months of the year still offer real opportunity for serious sellers and buyers. We discuss what to do when a property isnโ€™t attracting viewings, why price isnโ€™t always the only problem, and the changes that can turn a quiet listing into a successful sale. With buyers becoming increasingly selective and only around half of available properties attracting meaningful interest, simply being โ€œon the marketโ€ is no longer enough. From presentation and photography to pricing, marketing strategy and honest conversations, we give you the tools and explain what sellersโ€”and their agentsโ€”need to do differently. The clock is ticking, but the year is far from over. With 119 days still to make an impact, this episode is about staying focused, making every working day count and finishing 2026 stronger than you started it. Join us live for HOP Season 6, Episode 11: 119 Days left - Donโ€™t Waste Them #HouseOfProperty #EstateAgents #PropertyMarket #NegotiationSkills #EstateAgency #UKPropertyMarket #PropertyPodcast #SalesSkills #ToughMarket #RealTalkInAgency

  6. Aug 7

    ๐ŸŽค๐Ÿ  HOP S6 E10: The relentless market- Why only the brave will survive๐ŸŽค๐Ÿ 

    Join Katie Griffin and Martyn Baum for the latest episode of House of Property. Buyers are cautious, sellers are under pressure, transactions are taking longer and only the most determined agents are cutting through. In this episode of House of Property, we ask what it really takes to survive and succeed in todayโ€™s market. Is resilience now more important than experience? Are agents being brave enough with pricing, advice and difficult conversations? And what separates those who will thrive from those simply trying to ride it out? Honest opinions Real market insight No sugar-coatingJoin us live for HOP Season 6, Episode 10: The Relentless Market โ€“ Why Only the Brave Will Survive.#HouseOfProperty #EstateAgents #PropertyMarket #NegotiationSkills #EstateAgency #UKPropertyMarket #PropertyPodcast #SalesSkills #ToughMarket #RealTalkInAgency

  7. May 7

    ๐Ÿก๐Ÿ’โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™‚๏ธ๐ŸŽค HOP S6 E9: The Market Has Teeth โ€” So Sharpen Your Skills ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿก๐Ÿ’โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™‚๏ธ๐ŸŽค

    ๐ŸŽค๐Ÿ  HOP S6 E9: The Market Has Teeth โ€” So Sharpen Your Skills ๐Ÿฆท๐Ÿ”ฅ This week Katie Griffin and Martyn Baum talk about the tough times we are in and how the market has changed. Deals are harder to come by. Buyers are sharper. Negotiations are tougher. And the days of simply listing a property and waiting for the phone to ring are long gone. But hereโ€™s the good news โ€” this is where proper agents come into their own. In this episode of House of Property, weโ€™re talking about what it really takes to operate in a tougher, more value-led market. Because right now, buyers are not just viewing homes โ€” theyโ€™re weighing up risk, value, cost, mortgage payments, survey results, works required and every possible reason to negotiate. And sellers? They still want the strongest price, the best buyer and the smoothest move. So the role of the agent has never mattered more. Weโ€™re getting into: ๐Ÿ  Why the market feels tougher right now ๐Ÿ’ท Why buyers are negotiating harder ๐Ÿ“‰ Why overpricing is more dangerous than ever ๐Ÿง  Why mindset matters when deals are slower ๐Ÿ“ž Why follow-up is no longer optional ๐Ÿค How strong negotiation protects your client ๐Ÿ”ฅ Why the agents who adapt will win This is not a doom-and-gloom episode. Itโ€™s a rallying cry. Because tough markets do not destroy good agents โ€” they reveal them. As always, we bring: โ€ข A property insight from the front line โ€ข A dad joke โ€ข Real talk about whatโ€™s actually happening in agency โ€ข And probably a little rant about agents waiting for the market to save them ๐ŸŽง Tune in to House of Property S6 E9: The Market Has Teeth โ€” So Sharpen Your Skills. Because in this market, average wonโ€™t cut it. ๐ŸŽง HOP S6 E9: The Market Has Teeth โ€” So Sharpen Your Skills ๐Ÿฆท๐Ÿ”ฅ #HouseOfProperty #EstateAgents #PropertyMarket #NegotiationSkills #EstateAgency #UKPropertyMarket #PropertyPodcast #SalesSkills #ToughMarket #RealTalkInAgency

  8. Apr 27

    ๐Ÿก๐Ÿ’โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™‚๏ธ๐ŸŽคHOP S6 E8: The 5 Conversations You MUST Be Having With Clients Right Now ๐Ÿก๐Ÿ’โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™‚๏ธ๐ŸŽค

    This week on House of Property, Katie Griffin and Martyn Baum are tackling something that sits at the heart of every successful dealโ€ฆโœ”๏ธcommunication.Because right now, itโ€™s not just about getting listings, booking viewings, or agreeing salesโ€ฆ๐Ÿ”ฅItโ€™s about what youโ€™re saying to your clients โ€” and whether itโ€™s actually helping move things forward.The market hasnโ€™t disappeared but it has shifted. And with that shift comes a need for better, braver, and more consistent conversations.Because letโ€™s be honest โ€” ๐Ÿคžavoiding the conversation is often what kills the deal.In this episode, we break down the 5 critical conversations every agent needs to be getting right right now:1. The Pricing Reality Check (aka donโ€™t shoot the messengerโ€ฆ)โœ”๏ธHow honest are we really being on price?โœ”๏ธAre we leadingโ€ฆ or just trying to win the instruction?We talk about how to handle price reductions properly, how often these conversations should be happening and why data-led advice beats gut feel every time.2. The Market Narrative(whatโ€™s actually happening out there?) ๐Ÿค”Are we giving clarity โ€” or creating confusion?We unpack how to explain todayโ€™s market without talking it down, how to translate headlines into something meaningful locally and how to keep both buyers and sellers aligned, not alarmed.3. Chain Transparency & Progression๐Ÿค”How much are you really telling your clients?From regular updates to difficult conversations, we look at the cost of poor communication in chains โ€” and why the best agents are proactive, not reactive.4. Buyer Psychology & Urgency๐Ÿค”What are buyers actually thinking right now?Spoiler: theyโ€™re cautious.We talk about how to handle hesitant buyers, how to follow up properly (where most deals are won or lost), and how to create urgency without pressure or gimmicks.5. Keeping Deals Together When Things Get Wobbly๐Ÿ‘†Down valuations, surveys, cold feetโ€ฆThis is where deals are either saved โ€” or lost.We share real examples of what to say (and what not to say), who should be communicating at each stage and why silence at this point is often the biggest mistake of all.๐Ÿ”ฅAt the end of the day, this episode isnโ€™t about scripts, Itโ€™s about stepping up as the trusted advisor in the transaction โ€” especially when things get uncomfortable. Because the agents who win in this market arenโ€™t the loudestโ€ฆ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐ŸคฉTheyโ€™re the ones having the right conversations, at the right time.โœ…CONNECT WITH USโœ…Listen nowโœ…Share your thoughts๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธTell us โ€” which conversation are you avoiding right now?As always, we bring:๐Ÿ™ŒA property insight from the front line๐ŸคฉA dad joke (brace yourselfโ€ฆ)๐Ÿค”Real talk about whatโ€™s actually happening in agency right nowBecause this isnโ€™t just any property podcastโ€ฆ Itโ€™s HOP.๐ŸŽค Listen in, reset your mindset and go boss it.๐ŸŽค#HouseOfProperty #EstateAgents #PropertyPodcast #EstateAgencyLife #RealEstateUK #PropertyMarket #SalesProgression #ClientCommunication #ListingStrategy #2026Ready #PropertyProfessionals

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The go to show for all those must haves in property and business - talking all things property, business and life ...

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  • Creator
    Katie Griffin and Martyn Baum
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    204
  • Rating
    Clean
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    House of Property