Estates Gazette Property Podcasts

Budget 2018: Toscafund's chief economist reveals his property wish list

Savvas Savouri does not have high hopes for this year's Budget given that, in his view, "few chancellors have understood economics" in his lifetime. But Toscafund's chief economist argues that Philip Hammond has the chance this year to set the scene for future budgets and that this one could either mean "paralysis" for the property sector or "promise" if he delivers measures such as the long awaited Amazon tax.

 

Bricks and mortar: How to choose the right career in real estate

From building surveying to rural surveying, the possibilities in real estate are endless. But how, if you’re considering a career in real estate, do you make sense of the opportunities available?

Paul Collins, senior lecturer at the department of property management and development at Nottingham Trent University and EG’s Mainly for Students editor provides advice on how to match an interest in real estate to a particular course, honing in on a professional pathway and the benefits of taking a sandwich year in industry – either here or abroad. He also explains how the apprenticeship route works and what the benefits of entering the profession via that route are.

He encourages all students – whether following the undergraduate path or the apprenticeship route – to read widely, explore the various pathways available to them, engage in dialogue with real estate professionals and to start looking ahead to the APC by familiarising themselves with the mandatory competencies.

Bricks and mortar: Soft skills are key to professional development

Starting out in industry can be bewildering. Aside from learning the day-to-day practicalities of the role, young professionals need to get to grips with a range of soft skills – some of which may be easier to grasp than others.

As part of EG’s new podcast series – Bricks and Mortar – which covers topics relevant to those just starting out in the property world, EG speaks to Nicky Richmond – managing partner and head of training at West End law firm Brecher.

After more than 30 years as a property lawyer, Nicky has an array of tips and advice to share on subjects that she mentors in from how to manage difficult clients, to marketing yourself effectively, working a room, delegation and managing email overload.

Manchester depends on ‘Brexit-proof’ businesses

Manchester’s economy depends on identifying businesses that can withstand “the Brexit turmoil” amid risks to traditional sectors, a cautious panel at EG’s Manchester Question Time argued last week.

Listen to the full debate to find out more.

A model regen project in south London?

Lambeth town hall has undergone an £80m refurbishment, in a project that will see the south London borough reduce the number of offices it occupies from 14 to two. The project is also boosting the supply of affordable housing – and affordable workspaces - in Brixton. Is it a model for others to follow?

On the Case: S Franses heads to the Supreme Court

Next week, the Supreme Court will hear a keenly anticipated appeal in S Franses v Cavendish Hotel (London) Ltd [2017] EWHC 1670 (QB); [2017] EGLR 34 - a major case in respect of the operation  of section 30(1)(f) of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954.

Joanne Wicks QC and Ben Faulkner, of Wilberforce Chambers, who act for the tenant, S Franses, explain just why the case has attracted so much industry interest, and take us through its journey through the courts so far - as well as analysing the practical effect of the decision as it stands, and the arguments raised in next week's appeal.

EG Collaborators: The power of proper community engagement

The property industry has not had the best reputation when it comes to community engagement, but in an era where technology is enabling the market to get closer to the public there should really be no excuse.

 

In this 30 minute podcast, EG talks to key players in the market about how best the industry can engage with the communities in which it hopes to play an important and positive role. We talk about the power of technology to break down barriers, the importance of language, how listening is the key attribute all partners require and why collaboration and communication hold the secret to proper community engagement.

 

Listen in to find our more from guests, Savannah de Savary of Built ID, Penny Humphrey from U+I and Susan Freeman of Mishcon de Reya.

Knight Frank’s new diverse KF X boards

Knight Frank has put in place eight new feeder boards as part of a new drive to enhance the diversity of the business and fast-track the company’s young talent.

The KF X initiative involves 95 staff members, each of which sit on one of the development or critical area feeder boards.

David Hatcher spoke to head of commercial Stephen Clifton about the changes that had been put in place.

EG Question Time: Glasgow retail under fire

Glasgow has for decades been touted by retail experts as the UK’s second shopping destination. Its multitude of shopping centres and famous main shopping road, Buchanan Street, has made it a go-to destination for retailers entering the UK. That reputation is, however, seemingly under threat, according to the panel at EG’s Glasgow Question Time at the Principal Grand Central Hotel. EG’s head of content David Hatcher was joined by Stuart Moncur, head of retail for Scotland at Savills; Mandy Watson, project director at Clyde Gateway; Will Hean, head of Scotland for Osborne & Co and Jason Pullen, managing director at Peel to debate the issues at the centre of the city’s property market.

The Agenda: Dilapidations - perfectly formed or in need of reform?

It's episode 6 of The Agenda, and this time Jonathan Seitler QC's agenda is that our system of dilapidations is “perfectly formed” – which is why so few disputes ever make it to court.

But, for Jonathan Ross, property litigation partner at Forsters, dilapidations is anything but – not least because neither landlords nor tenants understand how it works.

Discussion ranges from the potential for improvement and the merits of the mediation process, to shopping for bananas and Monty Python’s Life of Brian.

But will either Jonathan persuade the other round to his point of view? Find out by listening to The Agenda.