Sophie Gamborg Global Property | People In Property Interview With James Townsend-Rose

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The People in Property Podcast – Featuring Sophie Gamborg

In this episode, we speak with Sophie Gamborg, founder of Sophie Gamborg Global Property, an international buying agency helping clients secure homes and investments in both the UK and Cape Town. With over 20 years of experience in the UK property market, including time at Savills, Sophie shares how her deep network and sharp eye for opportunity are helping clients buy with confidence—even when they’re thousands of miles away.

After relocating to South Africa with her young family, Sophie spotted a gap in the market: international buyers, particularly those from Europe, the UK, and the US, needed a trusted representative on the ground—someone to help them navigate the process, negotiate effectively, and access properties (many of them off-market) that they wouldn’t find online.
In this candid conversation, Sophie reflects on her early career lessons, including the importance of relationships, local insight, and moving fast when the right property comes along. She discusses how she built her business from scratch in Cape Town, how she's now expanding her services, and why she always prioritises integrity and client advocacy over flashy sales tactics.
She also shares:
Why international buyers are turning to Cape Town for lifestyle and investment
The cultural and operational differences between the UK and SA property markets
How her private network is becoming a trusted hub for referrals, rentals, and relocations
In the quickfire round, we hear her favourite resource for property insights, what she wishes clients better understood, and the one thing that keeps her energised about the industry.
People In Property Interview with James Townsend-Rose
18 June 2025 | Sophie Gamborg Global Property
The Full Podcast can be accessed on the BuzzSprout platform:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2507732/episodes/17357822
Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sophie Gamborg and Property Journey
05:02 Early Experiences and Lessons in the Property Market
10:52 The Importance of Integrity and Building Relationships
16:41 Launching Sophie Gamble Global Property
23:42 Marketing Strategies and Understanding the Market
27:07 Navigating the London Property Market
28:22 Balancing Business and Motherhood
30:01 Building Trust and Client Relationships
32:19 Advice for Moms Starting a Business
35:11 Reflecting on Business Growth
37:36 Debunking Property Myths
39:51 Advice for the Next Generation
41:02 The Importance of Networking
42:02 Understanding Investment Properties
43:00 Admiring Integrity in the Industry
If you're in the property world—whether as an agent, investor, or entrepreneur—this episode is full of grounded advice, cross-continental insight, and a fresh perspective on the evolving role of the buying agent.
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