{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/668cf190d6a41d01e73b3ad6/685e5d509951fac41bb72fb7?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"How UK Property Investors Use Cheeky Offers and Credibility to Secure Below Market Deals","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/668cf190d6a41d01e73b3ad6/1751014730137-44b59a3f-5230-4b91-9801-2175581b8bf3.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>Ready to unlock your Property Investment game in 2025? Grab your FREE copy of our Buy-to-Let market guide today!</strong><a href=\"https://bit.ly/buy-to-let-hotspots-guide-2025\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong> https://bit.ly/buy-to-let-hotspots-guide-2025</strong></a><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>——————————————————————</strong></p><p>In this episode of <em>This Property Life</em>, Sarah Blaney and Nick Claydon get into the art of making cheeky property offers without damaging relationships with agents or vendors. They explore how to balance assertive negotiation with credibility and rapport, sharing stories from their own experiences as property investors. From understanding a seller’s true motivations to presenting serious offers with proof of funds, this episode equips listeners with the confidence and tactics needed to succeed in competitive property markets.</p><p><br></p><h3>Key Learnings:</h3><ul><li>Building rapport with agents helps convey serious intent.</li><li>Proof of funds adds credibility and can tip the balance in your favour.</li><li>Follow-up and persistence often win deals others give up on.</li><li>Know your number and stick to it without emotional bias.</li></ul><p><br></p><h3>Timestamps:</h3><p>[03:08] - Building rapport with agents and softening the approach</p><p>[07:34] - James Caan story: Negotiating with no emotion</p><p>[13:10] - Negotiating power with multiple offers and a big pipeline</p><p>[18:35] - Sarah’s best negotiation story: Buying below guide in auction</p><p>[21:17] - Nick’s Edinburgh townhouse win: Coming third but winning</p><p>[28:30] - Join the Property Life community: Networking and support</p><p><br></p><p><strong>This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by:</strong></p><p>Visit <a href=\"https://thispropertylife.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">thispropertylife.co.uk</a> for more resources, networking events, and industry insights.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow <em>Nick Claydon </em>Socials:</strong></p><ul><li>LinkedIn: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-c-651a141a1/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-c-651a141a1/</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow <em>Sarah Blaney </em>Socials:</strong></p><ul><li>LinkedIn:<a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahpropertyandbusiness/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahpropertyandbusiness/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Facebook: <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/sarah.blaney.1232\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.facebook.com/sarah.blaney.1232</a></li><li><strong>Instagram: </strong><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/sarah.in.property/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/sarah.in.property/</strong></a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow <em>This Property Life Podcast</em> on Socials:</strong></p><ul><li>Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/thispropertylife/#\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/thispropertylife/#</a>&nbsp;</li><li>Facebook: <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564457166712&amp;locale=en_GB\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564457166712&amp;locale=en_GB</a>&nbsp;</li><li>LinkedIn: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/this-property-life-podcast/about/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/company/this-property-life-podcast/about/</a>&nbsp;</li><li>Youtube: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtmPj98bC6swNuYRCaUGPUg\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtmPj98bC6swNuYRCaUGPUg</a>&nbsp;</li><li>Twitter: <a href=\"https://x.com/propertylifepod\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://x.com/propertylifepod</a></li></ul>","author_name":"This Property Life"}