Fishers on the Case is the official podcast from Fishers Solicitors, hosted by Amanda Payne. Each episode features honest and engaging conversations with business owners, industry experts and members of the Fishers team.
Amanda explores the stories behind local businesses, the challenges people face in their careers and the legal issues that shape everyday life. From property and family matters to commercial law and personal experiences, the podcast gives listeners real insights from the people who live and work in our community.
Whether you want practical advice, a closer look at how the law affects you or simply a good conversation with interesting guests, Fishers on the Case brings clarity, personality and down-to-earth perspectives to topics that matter.
From Ashby Grammar School to Selling Nuclear Bunkers! | Fishers on the Case EP 23 - Carl Finch
What REALLY happens when you buy or sell a property at auction? How fast can you complete? What happens when you regret your bid? And are property auctions actually a smarter way to buy and sell property?
In this episode of Fishers on the Case, Amanda Payne, CEO of Fishers Solicitors, sits down with Carl Finch, Director of BTG Edison's Property Auctions, to take you behind the scenes of the UK property auction industry.
From nuclear bunkers and burned-down castles to investment properties, landlords, probate sales and unusual development opportunities, Carl reveals what really happens before, during and after a property auction.
We also explore the legal and financial side of buying at auction including auction legal packs, exchange of contracts, deposits, AML checks, auction finance, bridging loans, property valuations and completion deadlines.
If you think property auctions are only for run-down houses and Homes Under the Hammer projects, think again…
00:00 – Highlights & Episode Preview00:30 – Introducing Amanda Payne & Carl Finch00:52 – Carl’s Early Career & Leaving School02:01 – First Jobs & Building Customer Service Skills02:47 – Getting Started in Estate Agency03:59 – Property Valuations & Modern Research Techniques05:08 – Managing Client Price Expectations06:07 – Why Landlords Are Selling & The Impact of Interest Rates07:18 – Valuing Tenanted vs Vacant Properties08:08 – How Quickly Can You Sell at Auction?09:02 – Security of Auction Sales, Contracts & Deposits09:57 – What Happens When a Buyer Defaults?10:43 – Buying Properties Unseen & Unique Auction Listings11:44 – Unusual Properties Sold at Auction12:44 – Surveys vs Buying at Auction13:48 – Why You Should Always Review the Legal Pack14:48 – The Move From In-Room to Online Auctions15:39 – How Auction Bidding Works16:34 – Bidding Dynamics & Competitive Prices17:15 – Auction Volumes, Schedules & Multi-Lot Sales18:28 – Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Identity Checks19:48 – The Modern Client Verification Experience20:38 – When Should Sellers Consider Auction?22:10 – Auction Success Rates & Post-Auction Sales23:33 – Legal Packs: A Solicitor’s Perspective25:00 – The Benefits of Upfront Information & Final Thoughts
18 Sept 2026
On the property ladder in just 6 WEEKS! Benefits of working at Fishers and Jeremy Clarkson's sheep? - Fishers on the Case – EP 22 Arlie Asbury
How does shared ownership actually work? How much of a property do you need to buy? What are the hidden costs? And why can some shared ownership purchases complete in just six weeks?
In this episode of Fishers on the Case, Amanda Payne sits down with Arlie Asbury, Associate and residential conveyancing specialist at Fishers Solicitors, to take a behind-the-scenes look at shared ownership, property conveyancing and the journey to becoming a homeowner.
Arlie shares her journey into property law and explains how she developed a specialist niche in shared ownership conveyancing, before breaking down what buyers really need to know.
In this episode, we discuss:
-How shared ownership works for first-time buyers-Buying a share of a property from as little as 10%-Why 25% ownership is still a popular starting point-Mortgage payments, rent, service charges and other costs-Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) and how it can affect shared ownership buyers-What staircasing means and how buyers can increase their share-Why some shared ownership purchases can complete within six weeks-How preparation can speed up the conveyancing process-The difference between a solicitor and a licensed conveyancer-The realities of simultaneous exchange and completion-What can go wrong when a property transaction doesn't complete on time-The changing world of residential conveyancing-Arlies career journey, benefits of working at Fishers, mentoring and life as a working mum-And, a rather unexpected story involving camping, a sheep and the Cotswolds! Whether you're a first-time buyer, considering shared ownership, working in property, or simply curious about what really happens behind the scenes of a house purchase, this episode is packed with practical advice, industry insights and plenty of honest conversation.
00:00 How Long Does Shared Ownership Take?00:09 How Much of a Shared Ownership Property Can You Buy?00:18 A Shared Ownership Completion Horror Story!00:35 Welcome to Fishers on the Case01:00 Arlies Journey Into Property Law01:15 From Wanting to Be a Midwife to Becoming a Conveyancer01:42 Why Arlie Chose the CLC Route02:18 Studying While Working in Conveyancing03:19 How Long Does It Take to Qualify?03:38 Solicitor vs Licensed Conveyancer — What’s the Difference?04:13 How Arlie Became a Shared Ownership Specialist05:34 What Makes Shared Ownership So Rewarding?05:55 Why Arlie Visits the Developments Herself06:14 How Quickly Can You Buy a Shared Ownership Home?07:07 What Percentage Do Buyers Usually Purchase?07:16 Can You Buy Just 10% of a Property?07:26 The Stamp Duty Surprise Buyers Often Miss!07:40 Mortgage, Rent & Service Charges — What You’ll Pay08:20 When Should You Pay Stamp Duty?08:43 How Does Staircasing Work?08:59 You Can Now Buy Just 1% More!09:39 Old vs New Shared Ownership Models10:13 Why Shared Ownership Can Be So Much Faster10:59 Why Preparation Can Speed Up Your Purchase11:46 Simultaneous Exchange & Completion Horror Story12:29 When a Buyer Became Homeless!13:02 How Conveyancing Has Changed Over the Years13:47 Why Simultaneous Exchange & Completion Can Go Wrong14:09 The Problem With Waiting for Mortgage Funds15:04 Why Solicitor File Sign-Offs Can Cause Delays15:47 The Challenge of Referral Firms & Estate Agents16:04 Why Shared Ownership Purchases Are Different16:25 What Happens If Mortgage Funds Are Delayed?16:51 Arlies New Management Role at Fishers17:17 Mentoring the Next Generation of Conveyancers17:50 Finding a Better Work-Life Balance18:24 Hiking, Camping & Weekend Adventures18:40 The Jeremy Clarkson Sheep Story!18:54 Wrapping Up the Episode
4 Sept 2026
1,000 Applicants. Is a Degree Enough? Career pivots - Fishers on the Case – EP 21 Brett Koenig
From Solicitor to Law School Leader - Careers, Confidence & the Future of LawIn this episode of Fishers On The Case, Amanda Payne, CEO of Fishers Solicitors, sits down with Brett Koenig, Associate Head of De Montfort Law School and former solicitor and commercial litigator, to explore his journey from aspiring lawyer to legal educator. Brett shares an honest insight into the realities of studying and practising law, including the leap from learning “black letter law” to working with real clients, and discovering where your skills and personality fit within the profession.
With Amanda also reflecting on her own 20 years at Fishers Solicitors, the episode becomes a wider conversation about career progression, leadership, workplace culture and finding genuine enjoyment in your work.
The conversation covers:
-The differences between studying law and practising as a solicitor-Why Brett made the move from private practice into academia-High Street firms vs larger national and international practices-What life is really like as a law lecturer and Associate Head-The changing route into the legal profession, including apprenticeships-Why academic results aren't the only thing that matters when securing a training contract-How personality and real-world experience can help candidates stand out-The growing impact of AI on legal education and the legal profession-Why human judgement and critical thinking remain essential-Leadership, career progression and staying connected to the reason you entered the profession-Advice for anyone considering a career in lawListen now and join the conversation on the future of law, legal careers and education.
00:00 — 20 Years at Fishers00:30 — Welcome to the Podcast00:44 — Meet Brett00:59 — Why Law?01:39 — Studying Law02:16 — Private Practice03:22 — Becoming a Lecturer04:36 — Working at Different Firms05:13 — High Street vs National Firms06:21 — Career Inspiration07:21 — Lecturer Life08:14 — Advice for Aspiring Solicitors09:05 — Is Law Still Worth It?10:12 — Career Progression11:41 — Becoming a Manager12:00 — 20 Years at Fishers12:28 — Leadership & Culture13:12 — Future Career Plans14:54 — Solicitor Apprenticeships15:47 — The Value of University17:03 — Training Contracts18:07 — Personality vs Grades19:00 — AI in Law20:02 — AI Risks21:03 — AI in Education21:49 — Closing Thoughts
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