In Episode 1 of Cheeky Bricks, Jonathan, SJ and Richard assess the property market at the start of 2026, reflect on the budget from November 2025 and ask when is the right time to sell a house. Is Spring really the best time to put your house on the market?

The team also take stock of storm damage across the southwest in early 2026, discussing how this affects insurance premiums and the impact the poor weather has had on the housing market.

Plus, are buyers liars? And who is the Laird of Glencraig?!

We'd love to hear from you! Email feedback@cheekybricks.co.uk

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/jonathancunliffecornwall/

https://www.instagram.com/sj.chick.jacksonstops

LINKS:

Property of the Week:

https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/166557395#/?channel=RES_BUY 

West Country Wisdom: Favourite coastal dog walks:

Richard’s choice – https://southeastdevonwildlife.org.uk/walks/otterton-loop

SJ’s choice – https://www.premiermarinas.com/marinas/noss-on-dart-marina / https://www.southhams.gov.uk/ferry-and-harbour/dartmouth-lower-ferry      

Jono’s choice - Rosemullion Head, nr Helford River - Rosemullion Head Circular - Walk - South West Coast Path

Property Porn:

Richard’s choice – 3 bedroom detached house for sale in Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, TQ13

SJ’s choice – https://search.savills.com/property-detail/gbglrsgls250058

Jono’s choice – https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/171049007#/?channel=COM_BUY

And finally, SJ’s running the Leeds marathon 2026. Please donate here:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/propertyvision-marathonteam

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Cheeky Bricks - All About Property is a brand new podcast hosted by three of the UK's most experienced estate agents, all based in the west country of England.

In this short teaser episode, Jonathan Cunliffe, SJ Bingham-Chick and Richard Addington say hello!

Get in touch: email feedback@cheekybricks.co.uk or say hi on Insta: @sj.chick.jacksonstops / @jonathancunliffecornwall

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In this episode, Jono, SJ and Richard discuss interest rates and why exchange of contracts is such an important part of the property world.

We’ll also find out why SJ and Jono became estate agents, and we’ll get stuck into (not literally) private drainage.

If you have any comments or ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear from you!

Email: feedback@cheekybricks.co.uk

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/jonathancunliffecornwall/

https://www.instagram.com/sj.chick.jacksonstops

LINKS:

Property of the Week:

Chosen by Jono: https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/167782901#/?channel=RES_BUY

West Country Wisdom: Favourite Ferry Crossing:

Jono - Polruan Ferry | C Toms & Son Ltd

SJ - https://dkfb.co.uk/

Richard - https://padstow-harbour.co.uk/ferry/

Property Porn:

Richard - https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/162019103#/media?id=media0&ref=photoCollage&channel=RES_BUY

Jono - https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/167894300#/?channel=RES_BUY

SJ - https://search.savills.com/property-detail/gbtrrstrs250127

And finally, SJ is running the Leeds marathon in May. Please donate here to raise money for the 4Ed campaign which supports families caring for loved ones with Motor Neurone Disease:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/propertyvision-marathonteam

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In the second episode, Jono, SJ and Richard dive into the issue of smoothing out the sale process and the top things you can plan to avoid during the sale process.

Talking points include:

If a buyer has too long to think about a purchase, will they change their mind?

What is the most important characteristic of an estate agent?

Should a seller appoint an estate agent and a solicitor who are used to working together?

Also, an important matter for the wintry months: How to keep your house warm, from EPCs to curtains to ‘sausage dogs’.

If you have any comments or ideas for future episodes, we'd love to hear from you!

Email: feedback@cheekybricks.co.uk

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/jonathancunliffecornwall/

https://www.instagram.com/sj.chick.jacksonstops

LINKS:

Property of the Week:

https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/161677367#/?channel=RES_BUY

West Country Wisdom: Favourite Country Pub

SJ – The Cott Inn - https://cottinn.co.uk/ 

Richard – The Drewe Arms – https://drewearms.org

Jono - St Kew Inn – https://stkewinn.co.uk

Property Porn choices:

Richard –

https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/145527350#/media?id=media0&ref=photoCollage&channel=RES_BUY 

7 bedroom chalet for sale in Rhone Alps, Haute-Savoie, Châtel, France  

SJ –

https://www.greenacres.fr/en/properties/house/chamonix/Az6ex2j253z9xab1.htm 

https://www.hamptons.co.uk/properties/21271453/sales/A1NQ500000VXMTTIAZ#/ 

Jono –

https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/167713253#/?channel=RES_BUY

https://www.thibon-immobilier.com/en/sales/les-gets/chalet-6-pieces-223m-4565?p=1228

Here’s the Property Porn brief for Episode 3: Keen yachtsman with wife who has horses seeks a house with land and stables and good access to water. Maximum £2 million. Send us your ideas!

And finally….

As you’ll hear in this episode, SJ is running the Leeds marathon in May. Please donate here to raise money for the 4Ed campaign which supports families caring for loved ones with Motor Neurone Disease:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/propertyvision-marathonteam

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In this episode, Jono, SJ and Richard consider the state of the property market following the Chancellor’s Spring forecast and the ongoing (at the time of recording) war in the Middle East.

Then the team discusses ‘taking a view’ – what this term means and how it affects the sale process, covering indemnity policies, the most common issues in title that they come across and the significance of ‘stat decs’ or sworn statements of truth.

Also, what does gazumping actually mean? SJ tells us about the biggest gazump she’s encountered and Richard explains what gazundering entails.

Plus, why are the filters on property search sites so limited?

We'd love to hear from you! Tell us what you think about anything we’ve chatted about:

Email - feedback@cheekybricks.co.uk

Find us on Insta - @sj.chick.jacksonstops / @jonathancunliffecornwall

LINKS:

Property of the Week:

SJ – Jackson-Stops | 4 bedroom property for sale in Mount Boone Hill, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 - Guide price £2,250,000

West Country Wisdom - Favourite walk to a pub:

Richard - Revelstoke Drive & Noss Mayo walk | Devon | National Trust

Property Porn:

The brief: Petrolhead seeks small house with extensive garaging for car collection - max £1.25m

Jono’s choice:

3 bedroom cottage for sale in Donnington Cottage, Chichester, PO20

SJ’s choice:

Detached House for sale with 5 bedrooms, Diptford, Totnes | Fine & Country

Here’s the Property Porn brief for Episode 5: As it’s Spring, a property for up to £1m for the keen gardener

And finally, SJ’s running the Leeds marathon 2026. As you’ll hear, her training isn’t going to plan but she does have an impressive stash of Kendal mint cake. Please donate here for motor neuron disease charity 4Ed:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/propertyvision-marathonteam

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Jono, SJ and Richard discuss the importance of correct pricing, the factors that affect house pricing and why it’s always a price-sensitive market!

Next, the team turns to building surveys. How should you choose a surveyor? Why is context so crucial? What should you ask your surveyor – and what should you avoid asking?

We hope you find our discussions useful. Tell us what you think about anything we’ve chatted about:

Email feedback@cheekybricks.co.uk

Find us on Insta: @sj.chick.jacksonstops / @jonathancunliffecornwall

LINKS:

Property of the Week:

Richard – Land for sale in Ynys, Talsarnau, Gwynedd, LL47

West Country Wisdom - Favourite walk to a pub:

SJ - The Topsham Goat Walk - East Devon

Property Porn:

The brief: As it’s Spring, a property for up to £1m for the keen gardener

Richard’s choice:

Oak Oast, 5 Bedroom House, For Sale in Beckley TN31 | Hobbs Parker Estate Agents

Jono’s choice:

3 bedroom detached house for sale in Aston Crews, Beautiful Gardens, HR9

SJ’s choice:

Blackcroft Lodge, Daviot, Inverness, Highland, IV2 5XQ - Bell Ingram - Rural Business Specialists | Bell Ingram

Here’s the Property Porn brief for Episode 6: Property/project for renovation – up to £2m.

And finally, SJ’s running the Leeds marathon 2026 for motor neuron disease charity 4Ed. If you can, please donate here:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/propertyvision-marathonteam

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In this episode, Jono, SJ and Richard talk about second homes along with the best ways to sell a house, including auction and ‘Best and Final’. They offer their advice for people bidding at auction and explain the difference between formal and informal tenders.

Later, the team gives a snapshot of what the property market’s like in Devon and Cornwall this Spring, continue their observations about the limitations of online property search portals - and they discuss the definition of a ‘gentleman’s residence’…

We hope you find these podcasts useful (and entertaining!). Tell us what you think about anything we’ve chatted about:

Email feedback@cheekybricks.co.uk

Find us on Insta: @sj.chick.jacksonstops / @jonathancunliffecornwall

LINKS:

Property of the Week:

Jono – 4 bedroom detached house for sale in Bosorne, St. Just, Penzance, Cornwall, TR19

West Country Wisdom - Favourite walk to a pub:

Jono - https://guide.thecornishway.co.uk/gurnards-head-and-bosigran-a-circular-walk.html

https://www.gurnardshead.co.uk/

Property Porn:

The brief: Property/project for renovation – up to £2 million in total.

Richard’s choice:

Pub for sale in Royal Oak, Dunsford, Exeter, EX6 7DA, EX6

SJ’s choice:

50 bedroom detached house for sale in Plas Bellin Hall, Oakenholt, Northop, CH7

Jono’s choice:

10 bedroom farm house for sale in Tuscany, Florence, Montespertoli, Italy

Here’s the Property Porn brief for Episode 7: Especially for SJ, we’re looking for a townhouse up to £1.5 million in Leeds on the marathon route.

That’s right, SJ’s running the Leeds marathon 2026 for motor neuron disease charity 4Ed. If you can, please donate here:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/propertyvision-marathonteam

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Jono, SJ and Richard start off discussing property as an investment. Why do bricks and mortar make more sense?

The team turn to our enduring love of Georgian architecture which leads to a quick history lesson courtesy of SJ and another conversation about Gentleman’s Residences!

Plus, a rock star Star Property from Richard and a special Property Porn relating to the upcoming Leeds Marathon.

We hope you find these podcasts interesting (and entertaining!). Tell us what you think about anything we’ve chatted about:

Email feedback@cheekybricks.co.uk

Find us on Insta: @sj.chick.jacksonstops / @jonathancunliffecornwall

LINKS:

Star Property (formerly Property of the Week):

Richard – Equestrian facility for sale in Dolton, Winkleigh, Devon, EX19

West Country Wisdom - Favourite walk to a pub:

SJ - From Snapes Point to Salcombe | Devon | National Trust

Property Porn:

The brief: Especially for SJ, we’re looking for a townhouse up to £1.5 million in Leeds on the marathon route.

Jono’s choice:

6 bedroom semi-detached house for sale in Ilkley Road, Otley, LS21

Richard’s choice:

4 bedroom detached house for sale in Green Meadows, Eccup Lane., LS16

SJ’s choice:

Detached House for sale with 4 bedrooms, Creskeld Lane, Bramhope | Fine & Country

Here’s the Property Porn brief for Episode 8: An exquisite Georgian house, any price, anywhere.

SJ’s running the Leeds marathon 2026 for the motor neuron disease charity The 4Ed Foundation. If you can, please donate here:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/propertyvision-marathonteam

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Jono, SJ and Richard welcome their first ever guest to the podcast! Property solicitor Gillian Hibbard from Samuel’s Solicitors joins the team to explain what exactly her job involves.

Gill takes us through the buying and selling process, providing definitions of probate, exchange of contracts, completion, searches, indemnity policies and more.

Later, it’s all downhill with Richard for his West Country Wisdom and the search is on in Property Porn for the ultimate Georgian house.

We hope you find these podcasts useful (and entertaining!). Tell us what you think about anything we’ve chatted about:

Email feedback@cheekybricks.co.uk

Find us on Insta: @sj.chick.jacksonstops / @jonathancunliffecornwall

LINKS:

Star Property (formerly Property of the Week):

SJ – Riverside in Dartmouth, Devon

West Country Wisdom - Favourite walk to a pub:

Richard - Templer Way - Visit South Devon

https://www.londoninnshaldon.co.uk/

Property Porn:

The brief: An exquisite Georgian house, any price, anywhere.

Richard’s choice:

12 bedroom detached house for sale in Holt Fleet, Ombersley, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9

SJ’s choice:

8 bedroom house for sale in Royal Crescent, Bath

Jono’s choice:

6 bedroom town house for sale in Cornwallis Crescent | Clifton, BS8

Here’s the Property Porn brief for Episode 8: You have won tickets to centre court for every day of Wimbledon, so find the best house you can to rent close to the All England club

And finally – since recording this episode, SJ has completed the Leeds marathon 2026 for the motor neuron disease charity The 4Ed Foundation. There’s still time to donate! Thank you:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/propertyvision-marathonteam

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Jono, SJ and Richard kick off proceedings by tackling the question ‘what is a house for?’ Status, practicality and climate are all part of the discussion, along with leisure facilities and the number of bathrooms.

Next, they turn to an email from listener Steve who’s asking for tips about ‘up and coming’ areas to buy in Exeter and their thoughts turn to food…

We hope you find these podcasts useful (and entertaining!). Tell us what you think about anything we’ve chatted about:

Email feedback@cheekybricks.co.uk

Find us on Insta: @sj.chick.jacksonstops / @jonathancunliffecornwall

LINKS:

As discussed in relation to ‘up and coming’ areas of Exeter and Cornwall:

Lilac Bakery in Exeter

The Hidden Hut, Porthcurnick Beach

Star Property (formerly Property of the Week):

Jono – Penlayree, Perranuthnoe

West Country Wisdom - Favourite walk to a pub/cafe:

SJ - Little Dartmouth, National Trust Car Park TQ6 0JR

https://www.dartmouthcastletearooms.co.uk/

Property Porn:

The brief: You have won tickets to centre court for every day of Wimbledon, so find the best house you can to rent close to the All England lawn tennis club

Richard’s choice:

3 bedroom cottage for rent in Strachan Place Wimbledon Village SW19

SJ’s choice:

5 bedroom house for rent in Leopold Rd, Wimbledon, London, SW19

Jono’s choice:

5 bedroom terraced house for rent in Welford Place, Wimbledon Village, London, SW19

Here’s the Property Porn brief for Episode 10: Somewhere to rent for a family staycation over the school summer holidays

And finally – as you’ll hear in this episode, SJ completed the Leeds marathon 2026 for the motor neuron disease charity The 4Ed Foundation. There’s still time to donate! Thank you:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/propertyvision-marathonteam

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Jono, SJ and Richard welcome another special guest to Cheeky Bricks: Christian Warman from Tedworth Property joins the team to give an overview of the property market in London, and to see how it compares to the West Country. This includes discussion of cost per square foot, stamp duty and how the first offer can often be the best offer.

Later, Richard’s Star Property selection is one of the few houses he would actually like to live in himself, and Jono’s West Country Wisdom walk features the best Cornish pasties “in the world”!

We hope you find these podcasts useful (and entertaining!). Tell us what you think about anything we’ve chatted about:

Email feedback@cheekybricks.co.uk

Find us on Insta: @sj.chick.jacksonstops / @jonathancunliffecornwall

LINKS:

Our special guest Christian Warman is from Tedworth Property

Star Property (formerly Property of the Week):

Richard – Willesley Farm in Milton Abbot 

West Country Wisdom - Favourite walk to a pub/cafe:

Jono - Pasty at Gear Farm for a picnic at Tremayne Quay on the Helford River

Property Porn:

The brief: Somewhere to rent for a family staycation over the school summer holidays

SJ’s choice:

Mazzard Farm Holiday Cottages in Ottery St Mary, East Devon

Jono’s choice:

Dinyan at Cornish Holiday Cottages

Here’s the Property Porn brief for Episode 11: We are halfway through the Scottish Loch Trout Fishing season, so please find a property up to £2m to make the most of the rest of the season.

Also, Episode 11 will be a special podcast for first-time buyers. If you have any questions, or topics you’d like us to cover, please email feedback@cheekybricks.co.uk

And finally – SJ completed the Leeds marathon 2026 for the motor neuron disease charity The 4Ed Foundation. There’s still time to donate! Thank you:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/propertyvision-marathonteam

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