“Getting the inside track on property insurance…”Insurance is a necessary part of everyday life, and property is no different. Whether you're a developer or a landlord, insurance is an essential ingredient in your business, and it’s one that

Financial Freedom (And Where To Find It) (PCEO409)

Jul 26th, 2019

“What does it mean and how can we get it?”Financial Freedom is a phrase that we hear very often these days and it’s no wonder; for most people the thought of being financially free sounds truly aspirational.But what exactly does to be finan

Try A Little Tendering (PCEO408)

Jul 19th, 2019 36m 28s

“How to compare apples and apples…”Putting your projects out to tender is a critical part of the development process, however it can be fraught with difficulty. Who should you ask to quote and how many contractors should you ask? And what exa

Planning Permission vs Permitted Development (PCEO407)

Jul 12th, 2019 34m 49s

“Getting control of your development…”There are lots of scary planning stories out there. People who buy a building or plot of land with the intention of starting a development only to find that the project gets refused by the planners or get

Nailing Your Personal Brand (PCEO406)

Jul 5th, 2019 27m 5s

“Everything counts…”Personal branding is critical in the world of property, no matter which part of the market you're involved in. Whether you’re buying to rent, developing property, sourcing or doing rent-to-rent, you need people to see you

Making Offers & Negotiating (PCEO405)

Jun 28th, 2019 38m 13s

“How to maximise your profit at the start…”Generally, you make your money in property when you buy, so learning how to improve your offer-making strategy can be critical to nailing a good deal. So, what are the dos and don’ts when you’re putt

The Architect’s View (PCEO404)

Jun 21st, 2019 30m 26s

“More than just part of your design team…”The architect is without doubt one of the most important and influential professionals on any development project, and their input and influence can extend well beyond the design process. But for both

Communication Is King (PCEO403)

Jun 14th, 2019 30m 58s

“Keeping the relationship”The path to successful property development is built on personal relationships. But it’s also a bit of a minefield, often with lots of emotion involved particularly on the part of the developer. This can quite often

Nail Your Viewings (PCEO402)

Jun 7th, 2019 31m 52s

“It’s all in the checklist”One thing most property people have in common is that at some point, they have to do viewings. Whether you're a developer or a landlord, viewing properties goes with the territory. So why is it most people do it so

Wisebites #1 (PCEO401)

May 31st, 2019 24m 46s

“Sharing words of wisdom”Not all popular ideas are particularly wise, but sometimes you come across a concept that just makes so much sense you can’t believe it’s not common knowledge.Ian has spent more time than he cares to remember studyi

Understanding Development Stages (PCEO310)

May 24th, 2019 33m 51s

“Understanding the language of property development stages”Property development is a process that follows a well-trodden path, from the initial concept right through to project completion. But what’s the batting order and exactly what is invo

Ritchie’s Stripping Secrets (PCEO309)

May 17th, 2019 32m 1s

“Getting the lowdown on strip outs”In this worryingly named episode, Ritchie exposes us to his impressive expertise in the important area of stripping out a development site.Stripping out a building can throw up both problems and also oppor

Lean Startup Learnings (PCEO308)

May 10th, 2019 27m 46s

“What we can all learn from Silicon Valley”Lean Startup is more than a book or a concept; over the last few years it’s become a movement, embraced by both new start-ups and established corporates alike. At its heart is a simple principle – we

What Makes A Good Developer (PCEO307)

May 3rd, 2019 30m 38s

“Avoiding the common development pitfalls”Over the last 30+ years Ritchie Clapson has worked with every type of developer, from those just starting out on their development career to those with decades of experience. And whether they're new t

Making First Impressions Count (PCEO306)

Apr 26th, 2019 22m 6s

“Getting off to the right start”You only get one chance to make a first impression and for many people, their business card is one of the first things people see. No matter how well you come across face-to-face, you won’t be there when the re

Why Use An Interior Designer? (PCEO305)

Apr 19th, 2019 33m 44s

“How interior design can add thousands to your bottom line”Many property people including developers or landlords make the mistake of viewing interior design as an unnecessary expense. After all, as long as the design isn’t offensive, surely

Managing Risk (PCEO304)

Apr 12th, 2019 33m 40s

“De-risking your property deals”All property development carries risk; after all without risk, there’s no reward. And development is a great way of making some serious profits. But how can you protect yourself against the downside as much as

How To Get Credibility In Property (PCEO303)

Apr 5th, 2019 27m 59s

“Making sure you look the part”As someone who’s either new to property development or may be thinking about getting into it, how can you get the credibility you need to be taken seriously? After all, if you’ve got no previous experience, sure

Setting Up Your Property Business (PCEO0302)

Mar 29th, 2019 26m 54s

“Getting it right from the start”Many people jump in to property projects with enthusiasm and can’t wait to get their deals moving forward. But according to Ray Khan, property entrepreneur, tax and business advisor and founder of leading acco

5 Essential Mindset Tools (PCEO0301)

Mar 22nd, 2019 27m 32s

“Focusing on what really makes a difference”The world is full of personal development advice, tools, books and courses. It would take more than a lifetime to research them all. So how do you work out what works?In this episode Ian Child giv

Free Money (PCEO0210)

Mar 15th, 2019 27m 30s

“More sound advice from our friendly property lawyer”In this sparkling episode we get to hear the second part of an interview with top property solicitor Paul Sams from law firm Dutton Gregory.Paul gives some great advice on many different

Commercial Conversions (PCEO0209)

Mar 8th, 2019 28m 21s

“Getting to grips with this popular strategy”There’s been a lot of noise about commercial conversions over the last few years, but what exactly are they and how do you do them?In this episode Ritchie delves into his 35 years of property exp

How To Structure Your Business (PCEO0208)

Mar 1st, 2019 34m 35s

“Tools to make your business more successful”You probably wouldn’t take a holiday without planning where you were going and knowing how you’d get there. So why is it that so many people run a business without much more than a vague concept of

What Your Contractor Really Thinks About You: Part 1 (PCEO0207)

Feb 22nd, 2019 30m 33s

“The contractor’s tale”The role of the contractor is pivotal to any property project, and as developers we want not only to keep them onside; we want to get the very best out of our relationship.In this episode Ritchie interviews Mark Legg,

How To Set Goals (PCEO0206)

Feb 15th, 2019 29m 24s

“How to achieve goals automatically…”We all know that personal goal setting is probably something we should do, but how do we actually go about doing it so that it just works?Ian Child from propertyCEO takes a look at some of the key elemen