Move iQ Podcast

First impressions count, and when it comes to selling your home, they could be worth thousands. Phil Spencer sits down with home staging expert Elaine Penhaul to explore how a few small tweaks like lighting, layout, and colour can make a huge difference to your sale price. Tune in for: What is Home Staging? The benefits of home staging How to stage your own home Home staging in action - https://ww...

Whether you're planning a fresh start or considering a move for work, this episode is packed with relatable experiences and insider tips to help you feel confident about the journey ahead.  Nicola and Lexie dive into their own experiences of relocating, from the emotional ups and downs to the unexpected lessons learned. Plus, Lexie shares her professional insights as a UK-based Relocation Agent, o...

The Move iQ Podcast is back! Kicking off our podcast re-vamp we have Nicola and Lexi discussing all things pets and moving home 📦🏡🐈 Find out all the tips and tricks to keeping your furry friends happy and calm in the moving process 🐶🐾 Tune in for: Top tips to get your pet used to the new home Importance of a deep clean Transporting and moving in your pets Safety checks in the new home If you...

Phil speaks to Rachael Owens, co-director of the National Retrofitting Hub, to explore how retrofitting can improve your home. From insulation and heat pumps to smart home upgrades, Rachael explains the technologies and techniques available to future-proof your home - saving you money and reducing your carbon footprint. Tune in for: What is retrofitting? How can your home be improved? The cost vs...

Phil sits down for an insightful conversation with Charlotte Harrison, CEO of Homes at Skipton Building Society. They discuss the current mortgage market, rates, affordability and center the discussion around first time buyers Tune in for: Todays mortgage market Anticipated rate change impact Skiptons Affordability Index First-Home Focus is brought to you on association with Skipton Building Socie...

Phil chats to Toby Leek of Propertymark to get an understanding of what local agents are seeing in their local housing markets. The spring market is traditionally a busy time for the housing market, but is now a good time to sell a house in 2025? You're in the right place to find out! Tune in for: The overall mood of the housing market Is the housing market stalling? First time buyer challenges Ti...

The Move iQ Podcast is back at another Propertymark regional conference. New area means new insights and this time we are in Oxfordshire to discuss local housing markets and get insights from estate agents on the ground for renters, sellers and buyers. Tune in for: Biggest challenges for buyers and renters Tips for moving home Local market trends To find your  local Propertymark agent Disclaimer -...

In this First Home Focus episode, we cover the countdown to the imminent stamp duty change and how it will be calculated from April 1st 2025. Tune in for: New Thresholds Example on a £295,000 property Why are things changing? First-Home Focus is brought to you on association with Skipton Building Society https://www.skipton.co.uk Why not subscribe to receive Move iQ's monthly newsletters , and get...

A first time home buyer home starts with a clear idea of what you want - but that's not always easy. In association with Skipton Building Society we share some important considerations to help define your wants Vs your needs. First home focus is here to help buying a home for the first time that little bit easier. Tune in for: Importance of budgeting Location Location Location Essentials Vs Desire...

Knowing the documents you need on your first home journey can be hard to keep up with so in association with Skipton Building Society we summarise a handy checklist to help explain things for you. Tune in for: What mortgage lenders needs When to instruct a solicitor Completion paperwork First-Home Focus is brought to you on association with Skipton Building Society https://www.skipton.co.uk Why no...

We share what a guarantor on a loan means if you're a #firsttimehomebuyer aspiring to buy your first property. Emma from Skipton Building Society sits down with Phil  to explains how income booster mortgages work and the role and considerations for any guarantor. Tune in for: Application process Onward affordability Guarantor criteria First-Home Focus is brought to you on association with Skipton...

Breaking down first time home buyer insurance if you about to become a #firsttimebuyer. In associaiton with Skipton Building Society we've broken down the basics. Tune in for: Types of insurance Policy add ons to consider Japanese knotweed First-Home Focus is brought to you on association with Skipton Building Society https://www.skipton.co.uk Why not subscribe to receive Move iQ's monthly newslet...

Shared ownership isn't for everyone - but if you're a first time buyer it could be the option for you. In association with Skipton Building Society we share the pros and cons of shared ownership to help you decide if its right for you.  Tune in for: Shared ownership defined Types of properties Pros and cons of shared ownership First-Home Focus is brought to you on association with Skipton Building...

Do you know how to find off market homes? As a first time buyer you possibly don't so in association with Skipton Building Society we're going to share some tips should this be a route you want to explore. At first home focus we're here to help you on your first home journey - home ownership might be closer than you think. Tune in for: What is an 'off market' home? Finding off market homes First-H...

Phil sits down for a chat with Andy of Skipton Building Society as he outlines the considerations and paperwork you'll need if you're self employed and looking to secure a mortgage. Tune in for: Who qualifies as self employed The importance of proof of income Practical advice if you're self employed First-Home Focus is brought to you on association with Skipton Building Society https://www.skipton...

Are you a first-time buyer considering buying a  fixer-upper house for your first home? It's not always an obvious choice, so in association with Skipton Building Society,  we at Move iQ wanted to shine a light on it for you. Tune in for: The reality of renovation What to do before you buy Important considerations First-Home Focus is brought to you on association with Skipton Building Society http...

How to get a mortgage loan with bad credit isn't a question most first-time buyers ask, but its worth paying attention to what this is and them potential impact it could have on your mortgage application. Umera Patel of  Skipton Building Society talks to Phil about what you can do if you find you have a less favourable credit report and the steps you can take. Tune in for: Examples of bad credit I...

First time buyers tune in! We're sharing tips on how to save for a house deposit, in association with Skipton Building Society. Tune in for: How much will you need? Deposit examples First-Home Focus is brought to you on association with Skipton Building Society https://www.skipton.co.uk Why not subscribe to receive Move iQ's monthly newsletters , and get his top tips and market updates direct to y...

If you're buying a home for the first time you're in the right place. First Home Focus is brought to you by Move iQ in association with Skipton Building Society helping all first time home buyers get onto the property ladder. Tune in for: Understadning mortgage basics Monitor your credit ratings Saving schemes & budgeting First-Home Focus is brought to you on association with Skipton Building Soci...

Phil chats with Rachel Hanniquet-Brooking, an operator of build to rent schemes and adviser to Propertymark on this growing sector of the UK housing market. Despite only, currently, forming a small part of the private rental sector, there is an increasing number of build to rent homes in the UK. But what are the rental options are they expensive and do they really offer value for money? Listen to...

As we close out of 2024 UK housing market we look at what's ahead for 2025. Phil checks in with Nathan Emerson of Propertymark to get the latest on the UK housing market as well as answering some of your questions. Tune in for: The property market today Energy efficiency & property tax Tips on getting sale ready Renters reform & planning reform Find your local Propertymark Agent More FREE advice o...

In association with Skipton Building Society, we share advice if you're considering buying a house with a partner. It's always advisable to seek legal advice but to give you a headline understanding here's Louise with an overview of what you need to know. Tune in for: How's home ownership divided? Legal advice and guidance Selling on First-Home Focus is brought to you on association with Skipton B...

Here are 10 first time buyer mistakes so you can avoid them! Brought to you by Move iQ in association with Skipton Building Society, Louise Gookey shares our insight to help all aspiring first-time homebuyers get on the ladder. Home ownership might be closer than you think! Tune in for: The importance of location First time buyer advantage Costs & budgeting First-Home Focus is brought to you on as...

Andy Charalambous of Skipton Building Society speaks to Phil about what mortgage lenders are looking for from mortgage applicants. From your credit report to the deposit and how these and other factors influence what a lender might offer. Tune in for: Check your credit report Impacts of deposit amount Affordability assessments First-Home Focus is brought to you on association with Skipton Building...

In association with Skipton Building Society, Louise Gookey offers some must ask questions for first time buyers. From affordability to location, property condition, and leasehold vs. freehold, we cover all the bases. Plus, we give you tips on how to approach the seller and agent to get the full picture. Tune in for: What's the Location Like? Putting the Property Under the Microscope Does the Prop...