The Gavel Drops

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...

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 bigge...

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, pro...

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-...

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...

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 elimina...

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 cha...

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 su...

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 pow...

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 looki...

From being pranked into counting squirrels in Formby Pinewoods 🐿️ to selling homes with lakes (or was it just a big pond?) — Helen’s story is as entertaining as it is inspiring. In this episode of The Gavel Drops , we sit down with Helen to unpack: ✅ Her leap from employed to self-employed — and how it felt watching her first sale go through knowing she’d earned it ✅ The moment she realised auct...

In this episode of The Gavel Drops, Jo Bradford gets raw and real about what it takes to go from employed to self-employed — and the mindset shift required to truly thrive. 💬 From battling the fear of failure to embracing discomfort and showing up on social media, Jo opens up about the personal growth that’s come from building a business on her terms. We talk: • Breaking the stereotype of auction...

This is the truth behind Direct-to-Vendor marketing that most people won’t tell you. In this powerful episode of The Gavel Drops, we sit down with Keith Firmin — property investor, DTV expert, and all-round straight talker — to explore how genuine connection, problem-solving, and integrity lead to long-term success in the off-market world. 💬 Keith shares: The mindset shift that changed everything...

In this episode of The Gavel Drops, we sit down with Sean Newman — the visionary entrepreneur behind one of the UK’s most ambitious property networks. With over 30 years of experience, Sean has transformed the traditional estate agency model by launching a collection of expert-led brands that empower self-employed agents to build real businesses and live life on their terms.🔥 What you’ll get in t...

🎙️ Welcome to The Gavel Drops — the podcast where the property world gets real. Hosted by Ray Purchase, this show dives into the untold stories behind the deals, the journeys of those breaking the mould, and the mindset it takes to succeed in auctions, estate agency, and self-employment. 🔥 What to expect: 🎤 Raw, unfiltered conversations with real people 🏡 Tips for buyers, sellers, and agents ma...