The LandlordlordZONE podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this episode of The LandlordZONE podcast, Nigel Lewis and Paul Shamplina are joined by Theresa Wallace, Co-founder and Chair of The Lettings Industry Council and Compliance Director at Savills. With over 30 years’ experience, Theresa is one of the most influential voices in the private rented sector — championing higher standards and driving change across the industry. Together, they discuss the biggest challenges facing landlords and agents right now, including the Renters' Rights Bill, the future of Section 21 evictions, and how landlords can stay compliant. If you're a landlord or letting agent navigating the shifting rental market, this is one conversation you won't want to miss.

In this special episode of The LandlordZONE, host Nigel Lewis sits down with Eddie Hooker, CEO of private rented sector experts Total Property, to unpack the results of the 2024 Total Property Survey. With insights from nearly 3,500 landlords, tenants, and agents, this survey reveals the biggest challenges and trends shaping the rental market.

From rising rents and regulatory pressures to energy efficiency and the looming impact of the Renters’ Rights Bill, Eddie shares expert analysis on what these findings mean for landlords—and how they can navigate an increasingly complex landscape. Whether you're a seasoned investor or new to the sector, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you stay ahead. For more details, read Total Property’s private rented sector survey 2024 report.

In this episode of The Property Cast, Eddie and Paul are joined by Richard Donnell, Executive Director at Zoopla. Drawing on Zoopla’s latest data and Richard’s expertise, the trio explore the most important trends in the housing market, sharing their predictions for buy to let in 2023 and what they mean for landlords looking to invest or divest.

As the nation re-evaluates its housing needs, we ask - what really needs to be done about the rental stock crisis? Why, despite the need for a vibrant and professional private rented sector, are so many landlords exiting? And why, despite an average 10% rent increase over the last 12 months and seven to ten enquiries per property, are so few new landlords entering the sector?

Packed with insightful commentary and informed advice, this podcast is a must listen for anyone looking to understand the challenges and opportunities of the private rented sector today.

In this episode of the property cast, Eddie and Paul are joined by Nigel Lewis - award-winning property journalist and Editor in Chief at LandlordZONE, the most visited landlord news website in the UK.

As we approach the end of an extraordinary year characterised by economic turmoil and political uncertainty, Eddie, Paul and Nigel explore the impact of the year’s events on the private rented sector. Drawing on over 25 years’ experience as a property newshound, Nigel cherry picks the issues which have dominated and captured LandlordZONE readers’ attention.

From rental yields to redress, stock shortages to stamp duty, pets, EPCs and so much more, this is a podcast packed with passion and predictions about what lies ahead for landlords. Between the three of them, Eddie, Paul and Nigel bring decades of expertise and informed opinion to our final podcast of the year.

In this episode of The Property Cast, we discuss the myriad of issues surrounding damp, mould and condensation – a common problem for landlords and letting agents alike.

To explore this topic, Sean Hooker, Head of Redress at the Property Redress Scheme, steps into Eddie’s shoes as host alongside Paul Shamplina, founder of Landlord Action and COO of the HFIS group. Sean and Paul are joined by Julie Ford, HF Assist advisor, and Suzy Hershman, Head of Dispute Resolution at mydeposits.

Tune in to hear tips, tricks and guidance from the experts and learn all you need to know about damp, mould and condensation. From prevention to what you should you do if the property does become affected, when to call in the experts, the role of the agent and advice on how to claim against the deposit.

In this episode of Hamilton Fraser’s Property Podcast, Eddie and Paul are joined by Maxine Fothergill, President of the leading membership body for property agents, ARLA Propertymark.

The trio discuss the topical issue of rental reform and ROPA, delving into the detail of what lies ahead for agents and landlords, and how the industry should respond. With her extensive experience founding and running a highly successful residential lettings and property management agency, what does Maxine think the future holds for the sector, and what does she hope will be her legacy?

Tune in to find out.

In this episode of Hamilton Fraser’s Property Podcast, Eddie and Paul welcome energy expert and Head of Tenancy Services at Goodlord, Rik Smith.

Drawing on his in-depth knowledge of the residential energy market, Rik cuts through the jargon to explain what is happening in the energy market at large, revealing the real reasons why the majority of people are seeing soaring energy bills and his predictions for the future.

From the energy price cap and financial support to the small steps you can take today to get your home heat pump ready tomorrow, this podcast is packed with practical advice to help landlords make informed decisions about how to future proof their homes and their profits for a more cost-effective and environmentally sustainable future. Tune in to hear Rik’s tips and tricks to help you navigate these turbulent times.

In this episode of Hamilton Fraser’s Property Podcast, we discuss how landlords and agents can stay on top of their legal obligations.

Landlords now have to meet 168 rules and regulations to let a property legally, but what are the latest legislative updates that landlords and agents need to know about? And what challenges and opportunities lie ahead?

To explore this constantly evolving topic, Eddie and Paul are joined by leading UK property expert and market analyst, Kate Faulkner, and Sean Hooker, Head of Redress at the Property Redress Scheme.

Eddie Hooker, CEO of Hamilton Fraser, Paul Shamplina, Founder of Landlord Action & COO of Hamilton Fraser are joined by Special guest Ben Beadle, CEO of the NRLA.

EPC rules are changing and standards are likely to continue to increase in line with the Government’s legal commitment to cut greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050. So what is the Government’s strategy to achieve decarbonization of the private rented sector? What is the NRLA doing to support landlords? And what do landlords need to know?

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In this episode of Hamilton Fraser’s Property Podcast, Eddie and Paul are joined by special guest, leading property expert, market analyst and commentator, Kate Faulkner, to discuss the biggest changes landlords can expect to see over the short to medium term and explore what landlords can do now to navigate the future of lettings successfully.

Eddie, Paul and Kate discuss the vital need to counter anti-landlord rhetoric if we are to change hearts and minds about a sector which is all too often on the receiving end of largely undeserved negative publicity. And Kate identifies the most pressing challenges that lie ahead for landlords, providing tips to help them future proof themselves - from the importance of educating tenants to how to make sure the numbers add up and much more.