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Mortgage Insider

Barclays
Housing Market
Interest Rates
Barclays
First-Time Buyers
UK Housing Market
Artificial Intelligence
Inflation
Mortgage Brokers
UK Economy
Green Mortgages
Help To Buy
Financial Services
Mortgage Industry
Buy-To-Let
Mortgage Market
Property Market
Mortgage Brokering
Buy-To-Let Market
Financial Advice
Right-Sizing

The evolving role of the mortgage broker is becoming increasingly complex. The performance and potential of the housing market is an ever-changing landscape, but help is here.

The award-winning Mortgage Insider Podcast – brought to you by Barclays – is back and better than ever. Renowned TV presenter and property expert Phil Spencer guides you through the trials and tribulations of the housing wo... more

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Latest Episodes

The UK housing affordability crisis continues to reshape the path to homeownership, with more young adults relying on family support than ever before.

Host Phil Spencer is joined by Hannah Aldridge, Senior Research and Policy Analyst at the Resolut... more

AI is playing an increasingly important role in the mortgage and home buying journey; shaping how consumers, brokers and the wider industry engage with technology, where trust sits, and what comes next.

Host Phil Spencer is joined by Dr. Carol McNa... more

The Scotland housing market 2026 continues to stand apart and for any mortgage broker Scotland-based, understanding the Scottish property market is key.

In this episode of Mortgage Insider, host Phil Spencer is joined by Colleen Badcock (Rightmove,... more

The 2026 housing market is shaping up to be a story of returning demand set against a continuing housing supply crisis, with new build homes at the centre of the challenge.

In this episode of Mortgage Insider, host and property expert Phil Spencer ... more

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Recent Guests

Hannah Aldridge
Senior research and policy analyst at the Resolution Foundation Think Tank
Resolution Foundation
Episode: How essential is the ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ for first-time buyers?
James Tatch
Head of analytics at UK Finance
UK Finance
Episode: How essential is the ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ for first-time buyers?
Dr. Carol McNaughton Nicholls
Managing partner at Thinks Insight & Strategy, sociologist and expert on human behaviour and financial decision making
Thinks Insight & Strategy
Episode: How is AI transforming the home buying journey?
Chris Williams
Founder and managing partner of Novus Strategy, focuses on digital transformation in home buyingecosystem
Novus Strategy
Episode: How is AI transforming the home buying journey?
Lynne Peterkin
Managing Director at First Mortgage (Scotland); broker with cross-border operation
First Mortgage
Episode: What is making the Scottish housing market so different to England right now?
Colleen Badcock
Head of Partner Marketing and property expert
Rightmove
Episode: What is making the Scottish housing market so different to England right now?
Neil Jefferson
Chief Executive, Home Builders Federation
Home Builders Federation
Episode: Can new build housing meet demand in 2026?
Craig Hall
Director of Strategic Partnerships, LSL Financial Services
LSL Financial Services
Episode: Can new build housing meet demand in 2026?
Kate Falconer
Chair of the Home Buying and Selling Council and founder of PropertyChecklists.co.uk
Home Buying and Selling Council / PropertyChecklists.co.uk
Episode: What does the UK economy mean for mortgage rates right now?

Host

Phil Spencer
Host of Mortgage Insider, property expert and TV presenter

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Phil Spencer the best

    Interesting and impressive

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Taking tawa
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Good

    Good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abdur Rafay Iqbal 209
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Condescending

    A podcast hosted by a property celebrity with a talking head from a network and a complete non-mortgage expert trying to tell brokers how to deal with consumer duty

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hans the hunter
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Peter Brodnicki

    An inspirational leader and business owner!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GezzaWillyHams
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Great

    Good content and not too dense

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LingdalesFinest
    United Kingdom6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Positive notes highlight accessible explanations of complex topics.
Guests with industry stature and practical insights are highly valued for credibility and depth.
Listeners appreciate practical broker tips and industry context.
Some criticisms center on perceived authority or tone when discussing consumer duties.

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How is AI transforming the home buying journey?
Q: How can brokers approach AI adoption without compromising client trust or data safety?
Develop a governance plan mapping AI use to specific workflows, use controlled environments for testing, protect personal data when using public LLMs, and maintain a human-in-the-loop to preserve accountability and trust.
How is AI transforming the home buying journey?
Q: What is the application of AI in the home buying journey, and how should brokers respond to it?
AI is best used as an assistant to speed up research, gather information, and handle repetitive tasks, while brokers provide the critical human oversight, trust, and personalized support needed for final decisions and complex scenarios.
Can new build housing meet demand in 2026?
Q: What role do the new standards and energy requirements for Future Homes play in the market, and how should brokers prepare?|
Brokers should stay informed about upcoming mandates like no gas connections and the incorporation of heat pumps and solar panels, as well as energy efficiency standards, which will affect costs, lending criteria, and customer expectations.
Can new build housing meet demand in 2026?
Q: Can you explain the planning reform changes and what capacity in planning departments means for housing delivery this year?
The guests explain that increasing planning capacity, updating the National Planning Policy Framework, and simplifying processes are essential to converting demand into actual supply, though progress will be gradual and locally varied.
What does the UK economy mean for mortgage rates right now?
Q: Phil, what changes would improve the experience for first-time buyers?
Ensure clarity of costs, introduce broker support from the start, and emphasize one-on-one guidance to avoid reliance on calculators and online-only processes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mortgage Insider

What is Mortgage Insider about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A commercially minded show that dissects mortgage markets, broker roles, and housing policy through accessible interviews with industry figures. Episodes cover practical broker guidance, consumer education, AI applications in lending, and macro trends shaping affordability, planning reforms, and market volatility. Notable strengths include a steady roster of practitioners and policymakers, plus timely debates on consumer protection, digital transformation, and how regional differences (e.g., Scotland vs England) and new-build dynamics influence strategies for brokers and buyers alike.

Listeners are likely professionals in mortgages, real estate, and financial services who want actionable insights for clients, plus decision-makers seeking i... more

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Recent guests on Mortgage Insider include:

1. Hannah Aldridge
2. James Tatch
3. Dr. Carol McNaughton Nicholls
4. Chris Williams
5. Lynne Peterkin
6. Colleen Badcock
7. Neil Jefferson
8. Craig Hall

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