The All Things Property Podcast

Simon Bacon
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Welcome to The All Things Property Podcast. Hosted by Simon Bacon, an independent property expert with over 35 years' experience, and Ian Sadler, this podcast cuts through the corporate noise to deliver authentic, practical advice for property investors, landlords and sellers. Whether you're building a property portfolio, struggling with landlord challenges or looking to sell your home with personal service rather than corporate scripts, you'll find honest market insights, news updates and real-world solutions that actually work. Each episode brings you either in-depth conversations between co-hosts or expert interviews with mortgage brokers, accountants, solicitors and other property professionals. From investment strategy to tenant management and realistic property valuations, we cover the topics that matter to quality-focused property professionals and entrepreneurs who value relationships over transactions.  Subscribe now for weekly episodes.

  1. 6d ago

    20 Questions Every Tenant Is Asking

    Can your landlord still evict you? Does your tenancy have an end date any more? And what actually happens if you challenge a rent increase? Last week Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler answered the 20 questions landlords are asking about the Renters' Rights Act. This week the microphone flips: the 20 questions tenants are asking, answered calmly and in plain English. How rent increases now work and the £47 route to challenge one, the new rules on pets and inspections, what notice you give when you want to leave, and the 5 things every tenant needs to know under the new rules. Whether you rent your home or rent one out, this is the other half of the conversation. Simon Bacon is the owner of Preferential Properties, a lettings and sales agency serving Sutton Coldfield and North Birmingham with over 17 years in property management. Landlords and tenants alike can get in touch at prefprop.com. CHAPTERS  0:00 Cold open  0:21 Welcome  1:06 Can my landlord still evict me?  1:48 Does my tenancy still have an end date?  2:39 What notice do I give if I want to leave?  3:21 Can my landlord increase my rent?  3:47 How often can the rent go up?  5:32 Challenging a rent increase: the tribunal and the £47 fee  7:10 Can I request permission to keep a pet?  9:58 How does a pet have a rental history?  10:12 Can my landlord still inspect the property?  12:43 What happens if I pay my rent late?  13:55 Can my landlord sell up or move back in?  14:37 Can the rent rise because the landlord's mortgage went up?  15:03 The biggest change for tenants  16:08 The 5 things every tenant needs to know Subscribe for weekly, practical property guidance for landlords, tenants, buyers and sellers across North Birmingham. #RentersRightsAct #TenantRights #Renting #UKLandlord #PropertyPodcast #RentIncrease #TenancyLaw #Section21 #PetsInRentals #SuttonColdfield #Birmingham #UKProperty #RentersRights ______________________________ Get in touch with Simon for all your property needs.  www.prefprop.com E: simon@prefprop.com T: 0121 2402244

  2. Aug 7

    Renters' Rights Act: 20 Questions We Are Asked All The Time

    Section 21 has gone, fixed-term tenancies have been abolished and the rules on rent increases have completely changed. So what does that actually mean for your rental property? Since the Renters' Rights Act went live, the same questions keep landing with us. In this episode Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler answer the 20 questions landlords are asking most, in plain English: what happened to existing tenancies, how Section 13 rent increases work, which possession grounds you will actually use, whether you can still refuse pets or take a guarantor, and the one habit that protects you more than anything else under the new regime. Simon Bacon is the owner of Preferential Properties, a lettings and sales agency serving Sutton Coldfield and North Birmingham. If any of these questions apply to your property, get in touch at prefprop.com for a no-obligation conversation. Chapters 0:22 Welcome: the 20 Questions mini-series  1:11 Can I still ask for a 12-month fixed term?  1:40 What happened to my existing AST?  3:06 Do I need a new tenancy agreement?  3:17 How do I increase the rent now?  5:32 Challenging a rent increase: the tribunal and the fee  7:14 Selling up: ground 1A and notice periods  8:20 Moving back in: ground 1  8:52 Has Section 21 definitely gone?  9:27 Rent arrears and persistent late payment  11:33 Guarantors and pets  12:28 The National Landlord Register: has it started?  14:40 The biggest risk for landlords under the Act  15:16 The biggest misconception about the Act  16:41 Other grounds and their timescales  20:50 The 5 grounds that will matter most   RentersRightsAct #Section21 #UKLandlord #BuyToLet #PropertyPodcast #LandlordAdvice #LettingsAgent #PropertyInvestment #SuttonColdfield #Birmingham #TenancyLaw #PropertyManagement #UKProperty  ______________________________ Get in touch with Simon for all your property needs.  www.prefprop.com E: simon@prefprop.com T: 0121 2402244

  3. Jul 31

    Avoiding Disputes with Proper Inventories: Essential Guidance for Landlords and Tenants.

    Welcome to another episode of The All Things Property Podcast with Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler. Today, we’re diving into a topic that sits at the heart of every successful tenancy but is often misunderstood or overlooked: property inventories. Whether you’re a landlord or a tenant, understanding what a property inventory is—and what it isn’t—could be the difference between a smooth deposit return and a costly dispute. In this episode, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler break down what makes a thorough inventory, why detail counts, and how the right documentation protects everyone involved. They’ll reveal real-world mistakes, debate who should compile inventories, and highlight the pitfalls of cutting corners. Join us as we unpack the practical tips and hard-earned lessons that turn a property inventory from an afterthought into your tenancy’s best insurance policy. Chapters 00:00 Understanding property inventories 06:18 Using inventory clerks for property 08:30 Inventory management mistakes 10:49 Preparing rental property documents ______________________________ Get in touch with Simon for all your property needs.  www.prefprop.com E: simon@prefprop.com T: 0121 2402244

  4. Jul 24

    Why Deposit Disputes Start on Move-In Day | Landlord & Tenant Checklist

    ost deposit disputes don't start at the end of a tenancy. They start on day one. In this episode, Simon Bacon of Preferential Properties and co-host Ian Sadler walk through the complete move-in and move-out checklist that protects landlords and tenants from end-of-tenancy disputes. Simon draws on 17+ years of lettings management across North Birmingham to explain what should be in place before a tenant ever gets the keys: a photographic inventory and schedule of condition, key records, utility details and meter readings, and why the signed inventory is the single most important document in any deposit dispute. They also cover what tenants should be doing during the tenancy, how a proper final inspection works, where cleaning expectations sit against fair wear and tear, and why communication and negotiation resolve most disputes before they ever reach arbitration. Chapters 0:00 What's coming up 1:00 Move-in day essentials: inventory, keys and meter readings 5:48 The signed inventory: your proof of condition 8:06 Preparing for move-out day 11:14 The final inspection 12:24 Cleaning expectations and fair wear and tear 16:59 Deposit return timelines 19:16 Resolving disputes without arbitration 📋 Get our free Move-Out Checklist: email simon@prefprop.com for the resource. 🎧 Listen on the go: Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/65pvM5PsStLWf6zGyEjgjE?si=6146a80b38d64e1b Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-all-things-property-podcast/id1852833218 Preferential Properties is a personal, independent lettings and sales agency serving Sutton Coldfield and North Birmingham. If you'd rather hand the compliance side to someone who does this all day, get in touch: www.prefprop.com #DepositDisputes #Landlords #LettingAgent #UKProperty #PropertyPodcast #Tenants #BuyToLet #SuttonColdfield #Birmingham #PropertyManagement #LandlordAdvice #Renting ______________________________ Get in touch with Simon for all your property needs.  www.prefprop.com E: simon@prefprop.com T: 0121 2402244

  5. Jul 17

    What Really Happens During Tenant Referencing and Why Applications Don’t Always Pass

    What Really Happens During Tenant Referencing and Why Applications Don’t Always Pass. Welcome to this episode of The All Things Property Podcast, where the conversation focused on the all-important subject of tenant referencing. The discussion explored what referencing actually involves, looking closely at how suitability for a tenancy is assessed beyond just ticking boxes. Several points were raised, including affordability calculations, credit history checks, the value and reliability of landlord references, and the nuances for self-employed applicants. A key theme that emerged was the balance between thoroughness and speed in the referencing process, as well as the evolving role of technology and data protection. The episode also considered how landlord caution is increasing in response to changing legislation and whether current referencing practices are robust enough to meet the challenges of the modern rental market. Chapters 00:00 Tenant reference checks explained 03:36 Understanding Tenant Credit Checks 06:51 Addressing undisclosed credit issues 09:55 Choosing the right referencing company 15:34 Landlords verifying tenant information 17:28 Wrapping up the episode ______________________________ Get in touch with Simon for all your property needs.  www.prefprop.com E: simon@prefprop.com T: 0121 2402244

  6. Jul 10

    Understanding Guarantors: Responsibilities, Liabilities, and Legal Implications for Property Tenancies

    Welcome back to The All Things Property Podcast with Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler. In this episode, the spotlight is on guarantors, a sometimes misunderstood but crucial part of the rental process.  Simon and Ian  cut through the jargon to explain exactly what being a guarantor means, who is eligible, and the true extent of the responsibilities involved.  They tackle common misconceptions, the impact of changing regulations, and why clear communication between landlords, tenants, and guarantors is more important than ever.  If you think being a guarantor is just a formality, think again this episode is an essential listen for anyone navigating rental agreements in today's property market. Timestamps 00:00 Understanding tenancy guarantors 03:17 Understanding tenant guarantor responsibilities 09:17 Explaining rent affordability checks 10:48 Understanding guarantor responsibilities ______________________________ Get in touch with Simon for all your property needs. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- www.prefprop.com E: simon@prefprop.com T: 0121 2402244 ______________________________ Get in touch with Simon for all your property needs.  www.prefprop.com E: simon@prefprop.com T: 0121 2402244

  7. Jul 3

    How to End Tenancies the Right Way - Ep. 32

    Welcome back to The All Things Property Podcast, where Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler break down the realities of property management in a rapidly changing legislative landscape.  To get the resource we mentioned, simply email simon@prefprop.com, and we'll send it over.  This week, we’re tackling what it really takes to end a tenancy under the new rules. Gone are the days of quick, straightforward notices, today’s landlords and tenants face longer notice periods, stricter requirements, and a much greater need for upfront planning and watertight record-keeping.  Whether you're a landlord wondering about your routes to possession, a tenant navigating your new rights, or just trying to make sense of Section 8 versus Section 21, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler will guide you through the practical implications, common mistakes, and why good communication has never been more important.  If you want honest, local property advice without the corporate jargon, you’re in the right place. Chapters 00:00 Discussing new property legislation 04:12 Discussing Section 21 Abolition 07:44 Tenant notice period discussion 09:46 Landlord responsibilities and tenant notices 14:56 Tenant document receipt process 17:00 Ending a tenancy requires planning ______________________________ Get in touch with Simon for all your property needs. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- www.prefprop.com E: simon@prefprop.com T: 0121 2402244 ______________________________ Get in touch with Simon for all your property needs.  www.prefprop.com E: simon@prefprop.com T: 0121 2402244

  8. Jun 26

    What Andy Burnham as Prime Minister Could Mean for Landlords and the Private Rented Sector - Ep. 31

    Welcome back to the All Things Property Podcast with Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler, your go-to source for honest, straight-talking property advice in Birmingham and beyond. This week, we dive into breaking political news: Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation and the rising possibility of Andy Burnham stepping in as Prime Minister. What could a Burnham government mean for landlords, the private rented sector, and the future of property regulation? In this quick-fire episode, we unpack the potential impact on the Renters Rights Act, explore whether landlords are facing stricter rules or just tougher enforcement, and discuss the likelihood of expanded licensing, EPC changes, and shifting rent trends. Join us as we speculate on what landlords, agents, and property professionals should prepare for in an era of growing compliance and ever-evolving legislation. Chapters 00:00 Starmer resignation and landlord impact 03:27 Impact of Andy Burnham on housing 09:39 Future of rental sector regulations 10:22 End of the episode ______________________________ Get in touch with Simon for all your property needs.  www.prefprop.com E: simon@prefprop.com T: 0121 2402244

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Welcome to The All Things Property Podcast. Hosted by Simon Bacon, an independent property expert with over 35 years' experience, and Ian Sadler, this podcast cuts through the corporate noise to deliver authentic, practical advice for property investors, landlords and sellers. Whether you're building a property portfolio, struggling with landlord challenges or looking to sell your home with personal service rather than corporate scripts, you'll find honest market insights, news updates and real-world solutions that actually work. Each episode brings you either in-depth conversations between co-hosts or expert interviews with mortgage brokers, accountants, solicitors and other property professionals. From investment strategy to tenant management and realistic property valuations, we cover the topics that matter to quality-focused property professionals and entrepreneurs who value relationships over transactions.  Subscribe now for weekly episodes.

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  • Creator
    Simon Bacon
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
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