Show Notes
In this episode, Phil Spencer is joined by Nathan Emerson, CEO of Propertymark, for the latest UK property market update and what shifts we are seeing in 2026.
They discuss what’s really happening across the property market as we head into spring 2026, including trends and current affairs affecting buyers, sellers and renters, and what estate agents are seeing on the ground across the country.
If you’re planning to buy, sell, rent, let out property, or move home, this episode will help you understand what’s happening in the market and what it could mean for you.
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00:00 Introduction 01:27 The state of the property market in the past year 02:56 Regional variations and market sentiment 04:01 The rise of first-time buyers & is it more difficult to buy/sell flats? 05:23 How AI and technology are transforming property 10:23 The importance of communication in property transactions 13:49 Choosing the right estate agent 16:36 Long-term challenges facing the housing market
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