In this episode of the Solid Foundations Property Podcast, we're joined by one of Ireland's most respected and experienced property investors, Ed Martin.

With more than 50 years in the property industry, Ed has witnessed multiple property cycles, economic booms and downturns, and has built a wealth of knowledge that every investor can learn from.

🏡 Third-generation landlord
🌍 50+ years of experience across Ireland, the UK, Europe, South Africa & the USA
🏗️ Expert in buy-to-let, serviced accommodation, renovations, development, planning, joint ventures and turnkey builds.

In this episode, Ed shares the lessons, mistakes, opportunities and timeless principles that have helped him succeed through every property cycle.

💬 Expect practical advice, inspiring stories and plenty of golden nuggets for investors at every stage.

👉 If you're serious about property, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

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🎙️ NEW EPISODE — The Solid Foundation Property Podcast

🏡 Featuring Regina Mangan
Founder of Liberty Blue Estate Agents & Creator of the Real Estate Agency Summit 🇮🇪

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🔥 From surviving the 2008 property crash…
📈 To building one of Ireland’s most respected estate agency brands…
🌍 To now bringing a world-class real estate summit to Waterford…

This is one of the most powerful and honest conversations we’ve had on the podcast.

Regina Mangan joins us to share the real story behind over 30 years in the property industry — the sacrifices, setbacks, reinvention, and resilience it took to build long-term success in Irish real estate.

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🎧 In This Episode We Cover:

🏗️ Starting out in property and entrepreneurship
💼 Building a business without taking a salary for over 7 years
📉 Navigating and surviving the 2008 property crash
🔄 Reinventing her business model through changing markets
📊 Sustaining long-term growth and industry relevance
🧠 Leadership, mindset, resilience & decision-making under pressure
🌍 Bringing the Real Estate Agency Summit to Waterford
🤝 The international speakers and global experts behind the event

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💬 Regina shares raw and honest insights into:
✔️ The realities of entrepreneurship
✔️ Building trust and reputation over decades
✔️ Adapting when markets change
✔️ Staying ambitious through difficult times
✔️ Why resilience is everything in business

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🚀 Whether you’re:
• An estate agent
• Entrepreneur
• Business owner
• Investor
• Or someone building through adversity…

This episode is packed with practical lessons, inspiration, and real-world business wisdom.

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🎟️ Learn more about the Real Estate Agency Summit:
🔗 https://therealestateagencysummit.ie/

🎧 Available now on all major podcast platforms.

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In this episode, we sit down with Ray Cooke, founder of Ray Cooke Auctioneers, to explore his journey through the Irish property market—from launching his own firm in 2005 to navigating the financial crash and building a diversified property business.

Ray shares how he got started in the industry, the mindset it took to step out and build his own brand, and how he scaled the business into one of Dublin’s most recognisable estate agencies.

🧠 From Startup to Scale

We discuss the early days of setting up Ray Cooke Auctioneers in 2005, the challenges of building credibility, and how strong branding and local expertise played a key role in the company’s growth across Dublin.

📉 Surviving the 2008 Crash

A major focus of the conversation is how Ray navigated the 2008 financial crisis—one of the most difficult periods in Irish property history.
He talks candidly about:

• The realities of operating during a market collapse
• The importance of resilience and adaptability
• How diversification became essential to survival

🔄 Diversification & Growth

Ray explains how the business expanded beyond traditional estate agency, including:

• Financial services
• Property management
• Broader real estate offerings

This shift allowed the company to stabilise and grow despite market volatility.

📊 The Dublin Market Today

We also dive into how the Dublin property market has performed in recent years, with insights on:

• Persistent supply shortages
• Strong buyer and rental demand
• The evolving role of investors and landlords

🔮 What’s Next for Irish Property?

Ray shares his outlook on where the market is heading, particularly in light of increasing regulation for landlords. Despite these challenges, he outlines why he still sees strong long-term potential.

🇮🇪 Why Ireland Still Attracts Investment

A key takeaway from the episode is Ray’s belief that Ireland—and Dublin in particular—remains a highly attractive market due to:

• Economic stability
• Ongoing housing demand
• Ireland’s position as a global business hub

🔗 Connect with Ray Cooke

• 🌐 https://raycooke.ie
• 📸 Instagram: @ray.cooke1
• 💼 LinkedIn: Ray Cooke

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