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HOME FRONT with Russell Quirk A SASSY+ Production

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Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 6

Cut through the noise and unlock the secrets of the UK property market with HOME FRONT, your complete property intelligence briefing. Hosted by Russell Quirk, one of the UK's leading property experts and commentators, who transforms complex property matters into clear, actionable insights. Whether you're a homeowner, renter, first-time buyer, landlord, or property investor, each episode delivers breaking property news, interviews with industry leaders, in-depth analysis of market trends and policies, practical advice for navigating buying, selling, renting, or investing, and innovative solutions to tackle the ongoing housing crisis. HOME FRONT is your ultimate guide to property success.

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How do we solve the social housing crisis in the UK? Plus, the diary of a first-time buyer, week 2.

Season 1 · Episode 2

Thursday, April 3, 2025 • Duration 28:30

In property news this week:

· There’s no sign of a drop in demand for mortgage approvals.

· The latest house price data from Nationwide, one of the largest lenders in the UK.

· Everything you need to know about the changes in Stamp Duty, as of April 1st.

Oli Reid is the CEO of Living Redefined. With over 150,000 people in temporary accommodation, what does the government need to do to solve the problem, and where is the money going to come from?

In a wide-ranging conversation, Russell and Oli discuss Britain’s housing crisis and the huge challenges facing the government.

Plus, Gareth Butters is a first-time buyer, looking for a home in Islington, North London. Follow his journey through the cutthroat world of property viewings and appointments as he negotiates the highs and lows of home-buying in his "Diary of a First-Time Buyer."

If you have any property questions you need answered on the programme, send them to: Homefront@radionewshub.com

04:23 What do we mean by social housing?

06:53 How many people are living in temporary accommodation in the UK?

08:21 Is there enough social housing in the UK, and how many people are on waiting lists?

17:08 How will the social housing problem be fixed, and where will the money come from?

21:02 The number of empty homes in Britain, and who owns them?

25:50 The Diary of a First-Time Buyer – Has Gareth found his dream home yet?

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Episode 1: What do estate agents actually do and should they charge more? Plus, the diary of a first-time buyer.

Season 1 · Episode 1

Thursday, March 27, 2025 • Duration 52:38

In property news this week:

The latest UK government statistics on housing affordability
Halifax and Nationwide have released the latest house price index
Renting a one-bedroom flat is now unaffordable across half of England for key workers

Ben Madden is a director of estate agents, Fine and Country. First-time buyers have rarely had it so good, claims Russ. Does Ben agree? How do estate agents really make their money and is there an argument that they should be charging higher fees? The estate agency fee is on average less than 1% of sale price, lower than most countries in the world. Russell and Ben discuss whether estate agents get a raw deal and whether the estate agency model needs fixing. Plus, are specialist buying agents worthwhile when you're searching for a home? Ben provides some fascinating insights into how estate agents work and how you can work with them to sell your property or find your dream home.

Gareth Butters is a first-time buyer, looking for a home in Islington, North London. Follow his journey through the cutthroat world of property viewings and appointments as he negotiates the highs and lows of home-buying in his first "Diary of a First-Time Buyer."

01:16 Houses are more affordable, according to the latest data

02:35 How long does it take on average to buy and complete on a property?

06:15 Why do estate agents get such a hard time from the media and public?

12:02 What does an estate agent do, exactly, for their fee?

18:37 How long does it take on average to buy a property?

24:18 What is a buying agent and how do they work?

28:00 How should estate agents improve their reputation in the UK?

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