Phil Spencer

A trained surveyor, Phil Spencer is best known for fronting some of the UK’s favourite property shows, including Location, Location, Location and Love It or List it alongside Kirstie Allsopp. He has written three books and hosted podcasts and radio shows. Spencer joins Telegraph Money as a regular columnist to share his knowledge and experience from over 20 years of buying and selling property and operating as a landlord

Phil Spencer: Protect your underwear drawer, and my other house moving tips

I swear by my moving day game plan, whether using professionals or doing it yourself

Phil Spencer 26 Mar 2024, 12:00pm

Dear Phil Spencer, is commuting to London from Devon a terrible idea?

Our expert answers your property problems, from renovations to downsizing

Phil Spencer 12 Mar 2024, 12:00pm
Phil Spencer: How to decode a property survey – and use it to get a better price

My advice is always get a survey, but the type you want depends on the property and what you plan to do with it

Phil Spencer 27 Feb 2024, 12:00pm
Phil Spencer: How to find the best builders – and keep them onside

Fostering a positive relationship is the key to getting the most out of tradesmen

Phil Spencer 13 Feb 2024, 10:09am

Phil Spencer: My holiday home near-misses – and how to avoid your own

My Ibiza and St Vincent experiences are a stark reminder that purchasing overseas can be tricky

Phil Spencer 31 Jan 2024, 12:00pm
Phil Spencer: How to avoid buying the wrong house – and the signs I look out for

These factors may not make or break a home, but they’re worth giving some thought to

Phil Spencer 16 Jan 2024, 12:15pm
Phil Spencer: Decoding estate agent language to find out what they really mean

Steps to choosing an agent that is right for you, whether you are buying or selling

Phil Spencer 2 Jan 2024, 10:00am
Phil Spencer: Everything you need to know about buying a holiday home

Investing in a second home can be rewarding – but it calls for careful forward planning

Phil Spencer 19 Dec 2023, 1:00pm
Phil Spencer: Gazundering is the height of rudeness – I know Telegraph readers never would

Telegraph Money explores ways to prevent a purchase or sale from being undercut

Phil Spencer 5 Dec 2023, 10:00am
Phil Spencer: ‘Downsizing can make you rich. So don’t leave it too late’

Prioritise upsizing your lifestyle rather than holding on to your forever home

Phil Spencer 21 Nov 2023, 5:00am

Phil Spencer: Don’t panic – there won’t be a house price crash

The era of cheap money is over but hopefully our love of property isn’t

Phil Spencer 7 Nov 2023, 10:05am
If you’re a landlord thinking of selling up – here’s why you shouldn’t

Those renting out property should hold firm and remember their reasons for investing

Phil Spencer 24 Oct 2023, 10:01am
Phil Spencer: how to boost your house price, whether you have £1,000 or £1m to spend

There are tried-and-tested ways to boost your home’s value, whatever your budget and even in a downturn

Phil Spencer 10 Oct 2023, 11:31am
Phil Spencer: My worst property mistakes – and how you can avoid them

Buyers and sellers must play the long game, and focus on the controllables

Phil Spencer 26 Sep 2023, 7:35am