The All Things Property Podcast

Essential Property Maintenance Tips Every Landlord and Tenant Should Know - Ep. 8. Welcome back to The All Things Property Podcast! In this episode, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler dive into the top 10 maintenance issues landlords and tenants face in rental properties and, most importantly, how to fix and prevent them.  From the all-too-familiar battle with damp and mould, dealt with using practical ve...

The Big Repair Debate: Who Handles What in Property Maintenance - Ep. 7. Welcome to another episode of the All Things Property Podcast, where straight-talking expertise meets the everyday challenges of landlords and tenants.  In this episode, host Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler dive into the often-confusing world of repair and maintenance responsibilities. They tackle those classic debates: what falls...

What Tenants and Landlords Really Want | Ep. 6. Understanding what tenants and landlords truly want can transform the rental experience for everyone involved. In this episode of All Things Property, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler cut through the myths and stereotypes to reveal the real motivations on both sides of the rental relationship. 🏠 What You'll Learn: What tenants genuinely prioritise wh...

Pitching Your Rent Right: How to Attract Great Tenants and Maximise Long-Term Value - Ep. 5. Welcome to The All Things Property Podcast!  In this week’s episode, host Simon Bacon with Ian Sadler dive into one of the trickiest questions for landlords: should you set your rent at the highest possible rate, or pitch it to attract quality tenants and reliable interest?  Drawing on years of experience...

The Realities of Self-Managing Property: Common Pitfalls and Expert Advice - Ep. 4. Welcome back to The All Things Property Podcast!  In this episode, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler dive deep into the challenges and realities of being a DIY landlord in today’s ever-evolving property market. From the headaches of emergency repairs and difficult tenants to navigating increasingly complex legislation, th...

Choosing Between Corporates and Independents: What Really Matters in Property Management - Ep.3. On this episode of The All Things Property Podcast, hosts Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler dive into the real differences between choosing a local independent letting or estate agent versus one of the big, corporate names. They share candid stories from their own experiences, like urgent phone calls in the m...

Budget 2025 Special - Breakdown for UK Landlords: Taxes, Mansion Levies and Rental Market Impact! Welcome to a special budget edition of the All Things Property Podcast, hosted by Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler. In this episode, our hosts dive straight into the headlines from Rachel Reeves' recent budget speech, focusing on what the changes really mean for UK landlords and property owners.  With...

What’s Really Happening in the Property Market Now: The Current State of the Market Part 2 - Ep. 2. Welcome to the All Things Property Podcast, your go-to source for honest and practical guidance in the world of property.  In this episode, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler tackle the current state of the housing market, with a particular focus on property sales and the challenges faced by both sellers an...

From Renters Reform Bill to Valuation Tactics: The Current State of the Market Part 1 - Ep. 1. Welcome to the very first full episode of The All Things Property Podcast, where your hosts Simon Bacon with Ian Sadler cut through the noise to bring you real, honest conversation about the current state of the property market. In this debut episode, they tackle the hot topics affecting landlords, tenan...

Welcome to the very first episode of The All Things Property Podcast, a show created for anyone interested in the real, everyday stories behind property investment, lettings and sales.  Hosted by Simon Bacon with Ian Sadler, this introductory episode dives into how their long-standing friendship, their respective property careers and how they share values and principles. Together, they reveal thei...