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Move iQ Podcast

Phil Spencer: UK Property Expert
Move iQ Podcast
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    Which Home Energy Upgrades Are Worth It?

    2026/06/03 | 15 mins.
    Heat pumps, solar panels, and smart tech – are they the future of home energy, or just an expensive headache?

    In this episode, Phil Spencer is joined again by David Sanders from Vibrant Energy Matters to discuss what upgrades are available to make your home more energy efficient. They explore whether heat pumps and solar panels are right for every home, how the technology has evolved, and why getting the order right matters just as much as the tech itself.

    They discuss how heat pumps actually work, the impact of combining solar panels with battery storage, and the role of smart tech in making your home more efficient without needing to be a tech expert. Plus, David shares what he's installed in his own Victorian terrace and the common mistakes homeowners make when going it alone.

    If you’ve installed a heat pump or solar panels, what's your experience been? We want this series to reflect real homeowners, so please do share your retrofit experiences, questions, and home upgrade stories in the comments below 💬

    Brought to you in collaboration with Vibrant Energy Matters
    👉 Find out more: https://www.vibrantenergymatters.co.uk/

    👉 VIDEO TIMESTAMPS ⏳
    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction
    00:25 Heat Pumps and Solar: Are They Right for Every Home?
    02:28 How Heat Pumps Work and Their Efficiency
    04:17 Heat Pump Myths: Noise, Cost, and Installation
    06:22 Solar Panels: Still Worth It?
    07:56 Battery Storage: The Game Changer for Solar
    09:41 Smart Tech: Making Energy Management Simple
    11:56 Common Mistakes and the Need for a Long-Term Plan

    Next time, we're looking at the money question – how to make retrofit pay off in the long run, and which upgrades actually deliver savings. Enjoyed this video? Want to see more? Subscribe to the channel with the link below. That way, you won't miss any future uploads!

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    #HeatPumps #SolarPanels #RetrofitUK #EnergyEfficiency
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    Why Do Millions of UK Homes Need Improving?

    2026/05/27 | 12 mins.
    In this latest episode of our retrofit series, Phil and David from Vibrant Energy Matters look at why millions of UK homes need improving, what “smarter” retrofit guidance could look like for homeowners, and why a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work. They discuss the VESA Report that Vibrant provides and how better, whole-home advice can help people move forward with confidence.

    What would make you feel confident enough to start - clear costs, trusted guidance, or knowing what comes first? Let us know! Share your retrofit experiences, questions, and home upgrade stories in the comments- your input will help shape future episodes and support others on the same journey💬

    Retrofit isn’t just about technology - it’s about trusted advice.
    Brought to you in collaboration with Vibrant Energy Matters
    👉 Find out more: https://www.vibrantenergymatters.co.uk/

    👉 VIDEO TIMESTAMPS ⏳
    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction
    00:48 The Information Overload Problem in Retrofit
    01:57 What is the VESA Report?
    02:41 How VESA Goes Beyond EPCs
    04:12 The Importance of Doing Things in the Right Order
    05:08 Understanding Different Retrofit Motivations
    05:33 Vibrant Energy's End-to-End Approach
    06:12 The Critical Optimization Stage
    07:08 How Landlords Can Benefit from the VESA Report

    Keep an eye out for our next episode all about heat pumps, solar panels and smart tech - making modern upgrades make sense. Enjoyed this video? Want to see more? Subscribe to the channel with the link below. That way, you won't miss any future uploads!

    👉 SUBSCRIBE TO THE MOVE iQ YOUTUBE CHANNEL
    🔗 https://www.youtube.com/c/MoveiQ

    👉 GET PHIL SPENCER'S ADVICE DIRECT TO YOUR INBOX ✉
    🔗 https://www.moveiq.co.uk/newsletter-signup/

    👉 VISIT OUR MOVE iQ WEBSITE 💻
    🔗 https://www.moveiq.co.uk/

    ➤ CONNECT WITH MOVE iQ ON SOCIAL 📲
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moveiq/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoveiQ/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philspencertv?lang=en

    #EPC #RetrofitUK #UKHomeowners #EnergyBills
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    What’s Really Happening With Mortgage Rates in 2026?

    2026/05/22 | 14 mins.
    Worried about what global uncertainty means for your mortgage? You're not alone.

    In this episode, Phil Spencer sits down virtually with Charlotte from Skipton Building Society to talk through what's really driving mortgage rates right now, how global events are affecting the UK housing market, and what it all means for anyone trying to buy or remortgage in 2026. They discuss the impact of oil prices and inflation on interest rates, why mortgage rates are moving more than usual, and what first time buyers need to know about affordability in today's market.

    Plus, they offer practical advice for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the headlines and explainswhat to do if you're coming off a low fixed rate this year.

    Are you a first time buyer, or are you remortgaging soon? What's your biggest concern right now? Let us know in the comments 💬

    👉 VIDEO TIMESTAMPS ⏳
    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction
    00:26 How Global Conflicts Are Affecting UK Mortgage Rates
    02:50 The Changing Face of Home Affordability
    03:56 First Time Buyer Demographics: The New Reality
    05:25 Innovative Mortgage Products: Track Record
    06:53 Delayed Start Mortgages and Zero Deposit Options
    08:14 Essential Advice for Aspiring First Time Buyers
    10:57 Market Outlook and Remortgage Considerations

    Enjoyed this video? Want to see more? Subscribe to the channel with the link below. That way, you won't miss any future uploads!

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    EPCs Explained: Useful Tool or Tick-Box Exercise?

    2026/05/20 | 12 mins.
    Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are everywhere - but do they actually help homeowners make decisions?

    Alongside expert insight from David Sanders from Vibrant Energy Matters, Phil Spencer breaks down what EPC ratings are meant to do, why they often fall short, and why so many homeowners find them confusing or frustrating. They explore how EPCs fit into the retrofit conversation, what factors actually affect the rating and why better guidance is needed.

    Do you know your home’s EPC rating, and has it ever been useful? We want this series to reflect real homeowners so please do share your retrofit experiences, questions, and home upgrade stories in the comments. Your input will help shape future episodes and support others on the same journey! 💬

    Brought to you in collaboration with Vibrant Energy Matters
    👉Find out more: https://www.vibrantenergymatters.co.uk/ 

    👉 VIDEO TIMESTAMPS ⏳
    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction
    00:33 What is an EPC and What Should It Do?
    01:24 Why EPCs Come Under So Much Criticism
    02:53 How EPCs Affect Landlords and Rental Properties
    03:50 Understanding Your EPC Rating as a Homeowner
    04:58 EPCs in Mortgage Applications and the Lending Industry
    06:05 Why EPCs Have Outgrown Their Original Purpose
    07:23 What Homeowners Should Look For Beyond EPCs
    08:02 How to Use Your EPC Wisely

    Our next episode takes a look as smarter retrofit advice - inside the VESA Report. Enjoyed this video? Want to see more? Subscribe to the channel with the link below. That way, you won't miss any future uploads!

    👉 SUBSCRIBE TO THE MOVE iQ YOUTUBE CHANNEL
    🔗 https://www.youtube.com/c/MoveiQ

    👉 GET PHIL SPENCER'S ADVICE DIRECT TO YOUR INBOX ✉
    🔗 https://www.moveiq.co.uk/newsletter-signup/

    👉 VISIT OUR MOVE iQ WEBSITE 💻
    🔗 https://www.moveiq.co.uk/

    ➤ CONNECT WITH MOVE iQ ON SOCIAL 📲
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moveiq/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoveiQ/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philspencertv?lang=en

    #EPC #RetrofitUK #Homeowners #EnergyBills
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    Making Your Home Cheaper to Run

    2026/05/13 | 9 mins.
    Want to lower your energy bills but don't know where to start?

    In this first episode of our new retrofit series, Phil Spencer sits down with Daniel from Vibrant Energy Matters to answer the question everyone's asking: what actually is retrofit, and why does it matter to you as a homeowner?

    They break down what it really means to make your home energy efficient (spoiler: it's not about ripping your whole house apart), why it's become such a hot topic in 2026, and what's holding so many homeowners back from making improvements. They also look at why UK homes are such big contributors to carbon emissions, the financial benefits of investing in your property's energy efficiency, and the single most important step you should take before making any changes.

    What's been holding you back from making your home more energy efficient? Let us know in the comments!
    We want this series to reflect real homeowners so please do share your retrofit experiences, questions, and home upgrade stories in the comments. Your input will help shape future episodes and support others on the same journey! 💬

    Brought to you in collaboration with Vibrant Energy Matters
    👉Find out more: https://www.vibrantenergymatters.co.uk/ 

    👉 VIDEO TIMESTAMPS ⏱️
    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction
    00:42 What is Retrofit?
    03:13 The Confusion Around Getting Started
    04:47 Investment Returns and Financial Concerns
    05:34 First Steps
    06:16 What's Coming Next in the Series

    Enjoyed this video? Want to see more? Subscribe to the channel with the link below. That way, you won't miss any future uploads!

    👉 SUBSCRIBE TO THE MOVE iQ YOUTUBE CHANNEL
    🔗 https://www.youtube.com/c/MoveiQ

    👉 GET PHIL SPENCER'S ADVICE DIRECT TO YOUR INBOX ✉
    🔗 https://www.moveiq.co.uk/newsletter-signup/

    👉 VISIT OUR MOVE iQ WEBSITE 💻
    🔗 https://www.moveiq.co.uk/

    ➤ CONNECT WITH MOVE iQ ON SOCIAL 📲
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moveiq/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoveiQ/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philspencertv?lang=en

    #EnergyEfficientHome #EPC #PropertyPodcast
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About Move iQ Podcast
Phil Spencer is one of the UK's leading property experts, with over 25 years of experience in the property sector. The Move iQ Podcast is where Phil shares his tips for all things property related. Whether this is your first move or you are a seasoned property professional, Phil shares his property advice, guidance and insights to help everyone move and manage their home with confidence.
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