{"id":9848,"date":"2025-04-01T11:14:44","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T11:14:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citylets.co.uk\/blog\/?p=9848"},"modified":"2025-04-02T09:26:45","modified_gmt":"2025-04-02T09:26:45","slug":"lets-talk-with-chris-cockburn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.citylets.co.uk\/blog\/lets-talk-with-chris-cockburn\/","title":{"rendered":"Lets Talk with Chris Cockburn"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Episode 98 welcomes Chris Cockburn, Business Development Manager at Let It, whose journey spans music, property, and motorsport. From studying the French horn to working in the rental market and racing in the Scottish Mini Cooper Cup, Chris brings a fascinating mix of experiences to the conversation.<\/p>\n<h2>Exploring West Scotland\u2019s rental market<\/h2>\n<p>Paisley, like many areas in Scotland, has seen shifts in tenant demand and property trends. In this episode, we discuss the current market landscape, what types of properties are attracting interest, whether affordability concerns and legislative changes are having an impact, and what this means for both landlords and tenants.<\/p>\n<h2>The role of property photography<\/h2>\n<p>Strong visuals can make all the difference when marketing a rental property. With experience in property photography, Chris shares his thoughts on what makes a great listing photo and some of the common mistakes that could be holding properties back. Whether you\u2019re a landlord, agent, or tenant, this discussion highlights the importance of presentation in securing interest.<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citylets.co.uk\/blog\/lets-talk-with-chris-cockburn\/blog-image\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-9850\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9850\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citylets.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/blog-image.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1082\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.citylets.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/blog-image.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.citylets.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/blog-image-700x631.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.citylets.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/blog-image-1100x992.jpg 1100w, https:\/\/www.citylets.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/blog-image-400x361.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.citylets.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/blog-image-768x692.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2>From property to the racetrack<\/h2>\n<p>Beyond property, Chris is also a competitor in the Scottish Mini Cooper Cup. We dive into the challenges of racing, from the financial demands of the sport to the mental and strategic elements that come into play on the track. With a return to competition in 2025, we explore what\u2019s ahead for the season, how sponsorship plays a role, and the realities of balancing motorsport with a professional career.<\/p>\n<h2>Lessons from motorsport and unexpected connections<\/h2>\n<p>Motorsport is about more than just speed, it requires strategy, quick decision-making, and handling pressure, all of which are valuable in other professions. We explore whether Chris sees any crossover between racing and his work in property, as well as how past experiences, including his background in music, have shaped his career.<\/p>\n<h2>Tune In<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re interested in Scotland\u2019s rental market, property marketing, or the fast-paced world of racing, this episode offers something for everyone. Chris\u2019s journey is a great reminder that career paths aren\u2019t always linear, and sometimes, unexpected experiences bring the biggest opportunities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>To listen to the podcast in full:<\/strong><br \/>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"From Property to Music &amp; Motorsport: Chris Cockburn on Lettings, the Rental Market, and Racing by Lets Talk\" width=\"627\" height=\"400\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/w.soundcloud.com\/player\/?visual=true&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F2052498092&#038;show_artwork=true&#038;maxheight=941&#038;maxwidth=627\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Watch Chris\u2019 short film produced which documents his return to competition after a two-year absence. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=n9T_nhTfbls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=n9T_nhTfbls<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t miss out on hearing agents and property professionals chat about topics and issues relevant to you.<\/p>\n<p>Lets Talk is available on all the usual platforms:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/lets-talk-with-citylets\">Soundcloud<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/3ako2kmE6IrAnH5S0kpzPP?si=80df461793db4a64\">Spotify<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/gb\/podcast\/lets-talk-with-citylets\/id1449158855\">Apple Podcasts<\/a>\u00a0and Citylets website,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.citylets.co.uk\/podcasts\/\">citylets.co.uk\/podcasts<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Want to get involved?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Just contact us\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:letstalk@citylets.co.uk\">letstalk@citylets.co.uk<\/a>. We look forward to hearing from you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Episode 98 welcomes Chris Cockburn, Business Development Manager at Let It, whose journey spans music, property, and motorsport. From studying the French horn to working in the rental market and racing in the Scottish Mini Cooper Cup, Chris brings a fascinating mix of experiences to the conversation. 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