Quiddity Podcast S6 E5 – Property Auctions: Buyer Mistakes, Strettons Insights & Where to Find Value

What do investors get wrong about property auctions — and where are the real opportunities? In Season 6, Episode 5 of the Quiddity Podcast, Azid Gungah sits down with Olivia Boulting, Director & Auctioneer at Strettons, for a practical look inside the UK property auction market. Olivia has more than 15 years of experience in property, moved into auctions in 2020 and is now a Director at Strettons. She is also known as “Queen of the Gavel”, has appeared on BBC’s Homes Under the Hammer and sits on the NAVA Propertymark advisory panel. In this episode, they discuss: • The real difference between guide and reserve prices • The biggest mistakes buyers make before bidding • What to look for inside an auction legal pack • How to set your maximum bid and avoid getting carried away • Where experienced investors are still finding value • Why unsold and withdrawn lots can create opportunities • London vs regional auction markets • Why sellers choose auction over a traditional sale • How auctioneers create competition around a property • How AI and technology could change the auction process Olivia also explains why not every auction property is distressed or discounted, and why serious investors need to complete their due diligence before they ever place a bid. The conversation also explores where value can still be found, how experienced buyers approach opportunities differently and why speed, certainty and realistic pricing matter from a seller’s perspective. If you’re considering buying at auction, already investing through auctions or simply want to understand how the process really works from the auctioneer’s side, this episode is packed with practical insights. 📩 atta@quidditygroup.co.uk #PropertyAuctions #PropertyInvesting #UKProperty #AuctionProperty #QuiddityGroup