Ignite Your Estate Agency
Welcome to the Ignite Podcast, specifically designed to help estate agents ignite the growth of their agency, hosted by Sam Ashdown and Phil Jones. We'll share original content on all things marketing and agency related - from growth and lead generation, to creating and developing your personal brand and building a dream team. You'll hear from the biggest and best marketers, experts and agency coaches from around the world in exclusive interviews. And discover our top level tips, tricks and tactics that are designed to help YOU accelerate the growth of your business. About Sam and Phil: Sam and Phil are mother-in-law and son-in-lawn and co-directors of AshdownJones (the Lake District estate agency), AJ Mastermind (the home of world-class independent estate agency growth) and several other companies. Collectively they have a couple of decades of industry experience between them. We hope you enjoy the Ignite podcast. Let us know what you think by leaving a review. If you want to find out more about AJ Mastermind and what we can do for your agency go to: https://www.ajmastermind.co.uk
Ignite Your Estate Agency
163 £15m? Why was Fine & Country sold so cheap? David Lindley shares his thoughts with Sam
Dive into the dynamic world of real estate mergers and acquisitions featuring David Lindley, an expert with deep roots in prestigious organisations like Fine & Country and the Guild of Property Professionals.
Discover the game-changing implications of the recent sale of Fine & Country to the Property Franchise Group, which now includes industry heavyweights like Belvoir and EweMove. Explore how this strategic consolidation could reshape the housing landscape.
Gain insights from David on the unexpectedly low sale price of Fine & Country, a brand renowned for its robust membership model and rich history. We unravel the complexities of the valuation, delving into factors like EBITDA, net profit, and potential undisclosed agreements that might have swayed the figures.
Uncover the evolving landscape of franchise models within estate agencies - the challenges and opportunities of integrating technology to scale in a competitive market.
Learn about effective support systems for self-employed agents, compare UK and US models, and anticipate future dynamics between franchisors and franchisees.
Don't miss this insightful exploration into the evolving trends and future prospects of the estate agency industry. Tune in to IGNITE your agency’s potential!
When you’re ready here are 3 ways we can help you to IGNITE your agency:
1. Come see behind the scenes of AshdownJones in Windermere on this unique and FREE day! Book your spot here www.ajmastermind.co.uk/btsday
2. Listen to another episode: https://podtail.com/it/podcast/ignite-your-estate-agency/
3. Request an AJ Mastermind brochure by calling 015394 40892 or emailing emma@ajmastermind.co.uk
Ask your questions to Sam Or Phil: sam@ajmastermind.co.uk OR Phil@ashdownjones.co.uk
Engage with ambitious agency owners and grow your business by visiting our private Mastermind Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ajmmforagencygrowth
If you have any questions please get in touch. Also, make sure you check out our upcoming events at: www.ajmastermind.co.uk/events
Some key takeaways:
➡️ The acquisition of Fine & Country by the Property Franchise Group for £15 million raises questions about the valuation of respected brands with a membership model and residual income,
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