Thinking of starting or scaling an estate agency in 2025? Meet the Newtons, a family team redefining Grantham’s property market with their new agency, David Grace. Blending decades of local expertise with modern tech and fresh ideas, they combine personal service, strong branding and client first thinking to deliver care, accessibility and results.

What can today’s estate agents learn from Countrywide’s rise and collapse? Joined by former Group Lettings Director John Hards, we reveal what went wrong, what still matters, and how culture, training and real value can future proof agencies.

Think door knocking is outdated? Sam Ashdown and Phil Jones reveal how this often avoided tactic wins high value instructions. Learn how to overcome rejection, stand out creatively, and turn door knocking into a confident, KPI driven habit for estate agency success.

Why are so many estate agency suppliers poor at marketing themselves? In this episode, Simon King offers insight from both sides of the industry, exploring why some brands connect while others fall flat. He discusses humanising a company, keeping clients engaged after the sale, and the pitfalls suppliers still face across the UK property market.

Sam Ashdown and Phil Jones unpack why UK agents struggle to delegate, how micromanagement limits growth, and how smarter KPIs, letting go, and avoiding the artisan trap can help you scale profitably.

Estate agents are often taught to fear rivals, but is that holding the industry back? In this lively chat, Oli Sherlock of Goodlord explains why competition drives innovation, stronger propositions and better outcomes for landlords, tenants and agencies across the UK property market.

How to Launch a High Street Estate Agency in 2025

Thinking of starting your own estate agency? David and Grace Newton launched a high street office in Grantham, securing nearly 40 listings in three months. They reveal how smart branding, local marketing, and community engagement helped them gain trust fast, scale their team, and stand out. Tune in for practical tips and inspiration for launching your agency in 2025.

Thinking of going self-employed as an estate agent? Jamie Lester of House Properties reveals how their self-employed bundle jump starts your career with instant access to quality leads, supportive community, streamlined tech and ongoing training. Discover how their in house production team helps you build your brand, earn top fees and grow your presence locally and online.

At Sean Newman’s Estate Agency Conference in Birmingham, July 2025, we spoke with Tom Panos on confidently charging your fee without losing listings. Learn how to justify value, avoid unnecessary fee cutting, and take control in the UK property market.

Join Mark Newton, a UK property legend with nearly 50 years’ experience, as he shares his journey from Grantham negotiator to running one of the largest estate and letting networks. He discusses starting cold branches, building top teams, navigating corporate versus franchise models, and the values, leadership lessons, and passion that kept him successful. Practical advice and inspiration for agents and leaders alike.