What It Really Takes to Build a Career in Property

Ever wondered how someone builds a property career from the ground up? In this episode, Sara turns the spotlight on her co-host, Lexie Carducci, to explore her journey from a childhood obsessed with floor plans to becoming a property developer, landlord, presenter and property finder in London's competitive market.

This conversation covers what it really takes to find your first property, the lessons learned from working in estate agency, the challenges of being a landlord under shifting legislation, and the emotional side of helping people relocate. Whether you're thinking about investing in property, curious about what a property finder actually does, or simply want to know how to negotiate like a pro, this episode is packed with honest insights and practical advice from someone who's worn every property hat there is.

What's your biggest property lesson learned the hard way? Let us know your thoughts in the comments 💬

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:42 Three Property Hats: Developer, Presenter, and Property Finder

04:41 The London Bubble

06:40 The Art of Negotiation

09:53 Design Philosophy

12:27 The First Buy-to-Let

17:30 Estate Agency Education: The Good, Bad, and Ugly