In this episode of The Gavel Drops, I’m joined by Alex Broadley from The Property Experts for an honest conversation about estate agency, self-employment, ambition, and what building a business actually looks like behind the scenes.

We get into Alex’s journey through the industry, how he made the leap from employed to self-employed, the pressure that comes with backing yourself, and why success in property is about much more than just the brand name above the door.

We also talk about:

✔️ the reality of flexibility when you work for yourself

✔️ what keeps Alex motivated

✔️ building a local presence through social media, leaflets and consistency

✔️ the mindset needed to make self-employment work

✔️ the truth about confidence, discipline and showing up every day

This is a great episode for anyone in property, anyone thinking about going self-employed, or anyone who wants a more honest look at what success can really take.

Watch now and let us know your thoughts in the comments.

Would you ever go self-employed? 💭

PART TWO HAS LANDED 👀🎉So let's dive straight into it...We talk about the difference between trying to create the “best” deal on paper and actually doing the right deal for the market. We get into BRR, buy-to-lets, commercial-to-residential projects, bridging finance, investor relationships, and why so many people end up chasing numbers instead of focusing on quality, cash flow, and the bigger picture.But, to be honest, this episode is about more than just property and investments.We also get into family, grief, ambition, mindset, and how your priorities can shift when the road becomes a bit bumpy. It’s a conversation about legacy, pressure, responsibility, and becoming the person your family can depend on, while still trying to build something meaningful for yourself.There’s loads in here for anyone interested in property, investing, auctions, development, or business, especially if you’re trying to grow in a market that feels a bit unpredictable at times.Follow for more conversations from inside the world of property, auctions, investing, and entrepreneurship.

In this episode of The Gavel Drops, I sit down with Guru for an honest and insightful conversation about property investing, property development, and what it really takes to build a portfolio in the UK property market.From leaving a career in pharmacy to building momentum through buy-to-let, BRR deals, HMOs, and property flips, this episode is packed with real lessons for property investors, property developers, and anyone serious about growing in the UK property industry.If you’re a property investor, property developer, landlord, auction buyer, or someone looking to grow in UK property, this episode will give you real-world insight into BRR, buy-to-let, HMO investing, property refurbishment, and how to stay smart in a changing market.

In this episode of The Gavel Drops, I sit down with Simon Gates for a conversation that every UK estate agent needs to hear in the New Year. 𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲, 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿:- Why Rightmove has made estate agents lazy- The day one enquiry rule, and the data sellers don’t get told- Why price reductions damage listings more than they help- The fear of social media, and why posting anyway wins instructions- How top agents use data, consistency, and mindset to dominate- Why most properties that don’t sell in 12 weeks, never sell- The difference between hope marketing and intentional strategy𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲, 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿, 𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹, 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 - 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗲𝘁.

That job you think is a safety net? No, it’s a trap 🙂‍↔️

In this episode of The Gavel Drops, I sit down with Steve Bell from Commercial Property Experts, and we go all in on the uncomfortable truth most people in property don’t want to face:

🔓 Your “safe” job in agency isn’t actually safe.

💸 Overpricing isn’t “tactical”, it’s killing deals.

💭 And if you’re building someone else’s brand, you’re capping your own future.

Steve’s got 25+ years in property, residential, commercial, petrol stations, the lot. He’s gone from salaried employee to self-employed, written a book called “The Loyalty Lie”, and helped other agents leave the traditional model behind and build a future of their own.

𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆, 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹, 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹, 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗞 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲, 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗯𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗹𝗶𝗽 𝘁𝗼𝗼.

The UK property market has the foundations for Auctions to be successful, so why aren't we utilising them more? 🔨In this episode, I sat down with the legendary Tom Panos, the man who helped turn entire markets in Australia into auction-first powerhouses. What he shares here? It’s the wake-up call the UK property world desperately needs.From selling homes in 28 days instead of 128, to eliminating fall-through, to creating real competition, real transparency and real confidence for buyers and sellers.Tom breaks down exactly why auctions transformed Australia, and why the UK is perfectly positioned for the same shift.𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆, 𝗮𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲, 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲.

In this week’s episode of The Gavel Drops, the tables turn as Ray Purchase — MD of The Auction Company and The Auction Experts — takes the hot seat. 🔨

Go behind the scenes of property auctions with Jo and Helen, as they interview their Managing Director. Hear surprising insights, auction tips, and the strategies that shape success from the auctioneer’s perspective.

Ray also opens up about the challenges and breakthroughs of scaling a team, why self-belief is the key to success, and how leaders can inspire others to step out of their comfort zones.

From growing to a team of ten (with sights set on 30+), to encouraging colleagues to get on camera for the very first time, this episode dives into the mindset, resilience, and leadership needed to build the UK’s best auction brand.

💡 Expect honest insights, pinch-me moments, and practical lessons for anyone looking to grow a team and a business they truly believe in.

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In this week’s episode of The Gavel Drops, Ray sits down with Mark Moffat, who has just completed his first year as a self-employed estate agent.

Mark opens up about the big leap from the “safety net” of a 9–5 into running his own business — sharing the reality of leaving long office hours behind to take back control of his time and family life.

You’ll hear:

🎤 Why Mark ended his podcast with a surprise karaoke moment

🏡 How an auction sale turned into a family holiday (in just 12 seconds!)

🐶 The hilarious story of the day he lost a seller’s dog mid-viewing

🚀 His advice for anyone on the edge of launching their own business

⭐ The strategies he uses to stand out — from personal branding to one-to-one client service

📱 His honest take on social media (and why he’s learning to embrace it)

This episode is packed with laughs, lessons, and the kind of honesty you rarely hear in property.

👉 Subscribe to The Gavel Drops for real stories, real business, and the moments that change everything.

What does it really mean to build a business that gives you freedom?

In this episode of The Gavel Drops, Gareth — The Mortgage Man — shares how he balances leadership, business, and real life — from quick Teams calls abroad to afternoons on the golf course.

We dive into:

⛳ The freedom self-employment can bring

🌍 How to truly work from anywhere

💡 Why balance matters more than “hustle”

🤝 The power of surrounding yourself with the right people

🍷 Lifestyle and business, working side by side

This isn’t just about making money — it’s about creating a life you don’t need to escape from.

📲 Listen now and see how building the right business can transform not just your income, but your lifestyle.

When the gavel drops, everything changes.

In this episode of The Gavel Drops, Vicky & Mark open up about their journey through property, the leap from employment to self-employment, and why auctions are the one role they wish they’d started with.

From the rollercoaster highs and lows of auction day, to the mindset shifts needed to go from a salary to building your own freedom, this conversation is packed with insights for anyone looking to take control of their career.

They share:

✅ The dream of running UK property from a Dubai balcony

✅ The reality of auction day nerves (and why it’s worth it)

✅ Why consistency beats quick wins on social media

✅ The confidence shift you must make to succeed as a self-employed

If you’re ready to stop wasting time, back yourself, and build a business on your terms — this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube.