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Ep 78 | Building a Lettings Business of 600+ Properties & Becoming a Property Developer | Hamza Anwar
30 Oct 2024
01:07:37
In this episode, Saam chats to Hamza Anwar.
Hamza has run a number of successful lettings agencies across the North West of England with a combined portfolio of over 600 managed properties.
After a life-changing family event, Hamza decided to sell his lettings agencies and become a property developer. Since then he’s delivered a variety of deals from single lets, blocks of flats and hotels. He’s also created a collection of stylish, modern homes and serviced apartments for young professionals in the heart of Blackpool.
Watch the full episode to learn more about Hamza’s inspiring property story. ________________________________________
This episode is sponsored by XP Surveys, who provide accurate measured and topographical surveys for residential and commercial properties.
The most sought-after Architects and Property Developers start their client journeys on the foundation of the right data. Fully referenced, accurate, and timely surveys, enhance your client experience, speed up their decision making, and improve your productivity. XP Surveys not only knows how to conduct the right measured building and/or topographical surveys to meet your technical needs, we know how to deliver them to best support your client relationships.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 77 | Risk vs Reward When Leveraging Finance: What Property Developers Should Know with Piragash Sivanesan
30 Oct 2024
01:20:48
In this episode, Saam speaks to Piragash Sivanesan - Head of Structured Real Estate at Shawbrook Bank.
Shawbrook Bank is a UK Challenger Bank. The Structured Real Estate Team look at property development deals over £5m focusing on income producing and bridging loans across residential and commercial assets.
Watch the episode to discover how property finance lenders analyse risk vs reward and what every property developer should know when trying to secure large sums of funding.
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PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 68 | How PropTech & FinTech are Transforming Property Development with Michael Bristow
10 Apr 2024
01:04:12
In this episode, Saam speaks to Michael Bristow - CEO of CrowdProperty, the UK’s leading specialist property development lending platform.
Mike has built an 8-figure personal property portfolio and a portfolio of over 25 PropTech, FinTech and tech businesses with multiple £100m+ exits to date.
He was named 'Entrepreneur of the Year' in 2020 and 'Business Person of the Year' in 2022 at the Midlands Business Awards, a national finalist in 'Tech Entrepreneur of the Year' in the renowned Go:Tech Awards 2022.
He is also a founding board member of the Innovate Finance 36H Fintech Group and sits on the Pi Labs Investment Committee (Europe’s most prolific specialist proptech venture capital fund) as a voting member and is an LP in Funds I, II & III and a mentor to portfolio businesses.
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This episode is sponsored by PLMD Group.
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 67 | Mastering Construction for Profitable Property Development with Dave Forde
14 Mar 2024
01:10:16
In this episode of Property People, Saam speaks to Dave Forde - Chartered Construction Manager, Property Developer, Construction Consultant.
Dave has 42 years experience across all sectors of the Construction and Engineering industries including industrial, commercial, pharmaceutical, residential, healthcare and rail and for the past 20 years he has been involved in major infrastructure projects in London.
Dave also runs a multi-disciplinary chartered consultancy working with construction companies, private clients and property developers and is a property developer with extensive experience completing successful profitable property refurbishments and developments.
Watch the full episode to learn some of the major mistakes developers makes when it comes to managing construction as well as some valuable tips to successfully achieve a profitable development project.
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This episode is sponsored by PLMD Group.
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 66 | Navigating the Planning System & Succeeding in Property Development with Justin Owens
27 Feb 2024
01:03:26
In this episode, Saam chats to Justin Owens, Founder and Managing Partner of Silverleaf Group - a real estate development and investment company focused on delivering aspirational contemporary residential-led developments across the South East.
The company has over 60 years of planning and development experience between the principals of the business and focuses on three main areas of operation throughout London, Surrey, West Sussex & Kent:
• Acquisition of Land & Properties with Development Potential (either by way of conditional or unconditional purchase.
• Acquisition of distressed real estate assets
• Development of residential, commercial and mixed used schemes either for sale on the open market or to retain as part of our investment portfolio
Silverleaf Group consider all opportunities from single plots through to large schemes and regeneration projects. They also consider sites with adverse planning at both local level and appeal and have a continued success rate of over 90% on all sites they have taken through the planning system since 2003, often succeeding where others have failed.
➡️Find out more about Silverleaf Group: https://silver-leaf.co.uk/ 📲Follow Silverleaf Group on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silverleafgroup/ 🔗Connect with Justin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinowensslg/ 📲Follow Justin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinowensproperty/
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 65 | Everything You Need to Know About Securing Property Finance with Samantha Gilbank
13 Feb 2024
00:56:05
In this episode of Property People, Saam talks to Samantha (Sammi) Gilbank - Regional Account Manager for Central London at Castle Trust Bank, a challenger bank offering savings, mortgages and retail finance.
Sammi started her career as a mortgage broker and has since worked for Interbay, Hampshire Trust Bank and now Castle Trust - accumulating a depth of experience in property finance on both the broker and lender side.
Unless you’re using your own cash to invest in and develop property, which is rare, leveraging the right property finance is vital to purchase property and get deals off the ground.
This episode will delve into the details of how lenders operate in today’s market and what they like to see when working with investors and developers - so that you can equip yourself with the knowledge to secure the finance you need and do more deals.
EPISODE SPONSOR
This episode is sponsored by PLMD Group.
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 64 | Profitable Property Development: How Paul Higgs Survived a Recession and Built 7000+ Homes
19 Jan 2024
01:22:34
In this episode, Saam chats to Paul Higgs - Experienced Property Developer, Chartered Planning and Development Surveyor, Expert in Land Planning, and Founder & CEO of Milbank Group.
Pauls experience spans 39+ years’ in construction and housebuilding - including a very severe kicking from RBS in 2008 that nearly wiped him out.
Throughout his career, Paul has purchased, gained planning for and built over 7,000 homes and 2,500,000 sq/ft of commercial space.
Over 20 years ago Paul formed what is now a multi-million pound property development company, Millbank Group, and for 10 years prior to that Paul held senior positions with Plc house builders.
Listen to the full episode to learn about the trials and tribulations of Paul’s career so far as well as the advice he has for developers of today.
This episode is sponsored by Merryoaks.
Merryoaks provides growth-based property finance advisory for investors and developers with the aim of helping you fund your next project and be part of your ongoing growth to bigger, better, and more aspirational deals.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 63 | Lessons from 40 years & 4000+ Deals with John Howard
09 Jan 2024
01:04:00
In this episode of Property People, Saam talks to John Howard - Serial Property Developer & Investor, Mentor, and Angel Investor on Sky's Property Elevator and Property Graduate.
John is one of the UK’s most experienced property consultants, developers, traders, and investors, with over four decades of experience within the industry.
His extensive expertise stems from the sale and purchase of over 4,000 houses, apartments, and developments across the UK: from traditional houses to hotels and large scheme developments. One of John’s more recent projects being the £27 million construction of 150 apartments at Ipswich Waterfront.
In this episode, John shares how he got started in property and built a portfolio of 4000+ properties throughout an impressive 40 year career.
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 62 | How to Get Started in Property and Build a Multi-Million Pound Portfolio with Kam Dovedi
22 Dec 2023
01:03:17
In this episode of Property People, Saam chats to Anoop Kumar Dovedi, also known as Kam Dovedi.
Kam has over 29 years of property experience. He is regarded as one of the UK’s most influential and respected property investors and developers because of how active he is in the UK Property market.
But it wasn't always like that. He grew up in one of the poorest areas in East London, and his circumstances motivated him to escape from life that many people were stuck in.
Fast forward to today and Kam implements a variety of property investing strategies successfully, such as: buy to lets, HMOs, Serviced Accommodation, Permitted Developments, New Builds, and Commercial Conversions, which means he has built up a significant multimillion-pound property portfolio.
He now uses his knowledge, experience and contacts to help other investors and developers (both new and experienced) to take their property investing to the next level.
This episode is sponsored by Premier Property Education, who provide online courses, events and masterclasses for new and experienced investors to start or scale their property business.
Premier Property’s vision is to help 1,000,000 people across the globe to create their own financial economies through investing in UK property, so they can live a life of financial freedom, time freedom, and location freedom, independent of the chaos that is happening out there.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 61 | Unlocking Property Finance: What Lender's Look for with Catalyst Finance James Farge
28 Nov 2023
01:05:52
In this episode, Saam speaks to James Farge - Sales Director at Catalyst Property Finance & Managing Director at HIVE & Partners.
James is a property and finance sales professional with over 15 years of experience working on global projects for a range of private and corporate clients. In this video, James shares his interesting story on how he got into property, as well as some useful tips for investors when securing property finance.
00:00 - James Farge Intro 02:05 - How James started in property 22:49 - Highstreet banks vs Alternative lenders 25:50 - How do lenders deal with a volatile market? 29:40 - What do lenders look for when reviewing property finance applications? 43:10 - How do lenders deal with investors who run out of time to complete a deal? 46:40 - When property finance deals go wrong
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 60 | Lessons from Two Decades of Property Investing with Hayley Andrews
09 Oct 2023
01:06:06
Hayley Andrews is one of the co-founders of Your Freedom Empire - an accredited, National LIS award-winning property training organisation based in the UK. She's been investing since 2002, adopting many different strategies ranging from BTLs, Serviced Accommodation, HMO's, Commercial, Distressed Developments, Lease Options, Rent to Rent, Listed Buildings and Car Parks.
She's a multiple business owner, a global property mentor, an International speaker and a regular property expert on SKY TV. She's also been named one of the UK's most inspirational female entrepreneurs, a board member of the Vine Trust Group, and a trustee of three Historic Building Trusts.
With over 20 years of property investing experience, Hayley shares her journey into property and the strategy that works best for her.
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 59 | 0 to 250 Properties: Building Wealth through Property Investing with Malkit Purewal
27 Sep 2023
01:13:59
In this episode, Saam speaks to Malkit Purewal - an experienced property investor, developer and Co-Founder of Savoys.
Savoys refurbish and manage properties across the UK to provide high-quality homes for professional tenants. They turn tired assets into places people can call home and have spent the last over 20 years delivering boutique-style, all-inclusive, affordable accommodation in HMOs, Commercial and single-let units across the South East.
Malkit has been investing in property since the early 2000’s, with a background in IT, he has harnessed his years of corporate experience and applied it to efficiently invest, develop and manage the Savoys portfolio.
Merryoaks provides growth-based property finance advisory for investors and developers with the aim of helping you fund your next project and be part of your ongoing growth to bigger, better, and more aspirational deals.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 76 | From 0 to £12M of Property in 5 Years: How Kazeem Alli-Balogun (PropertyByKazy) Built His Business
03 Sep 2024
01:13:25
In this episode of Property People, Saam chats to Kazeem Alli-Balogun (aka Kazy).
Kazeem is a property investor, owner of PropertyByKazy and the Founder of LOCO management, a project management company specialising in property renovations.
Over the past 5 years he has been investing and actively managing property renovations in and around London. Through his experience and advice from those within the industry, Kazy identified a strategy that is best suited to his short-term objective of increasing capital.
Having successfully completed several projects that all achieved considerable ROI’s, Kazy then began to source capital from private investors with fixed ROI’s. These partnerships have proven to be very successful.
🔥 LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE to discover how Kazy got started in property and achieved:
- 35+ projects completed - £12 Million + GDV - Co-founded a £1 Million turn over R2R brand - £1 Million + private equity funding raised and returned - £5 Million + assets under management
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This episode is sponsored by Merryoaks.
Merryoaks provides growth-based property finance advisory for investors and developers with the aim of helping you fund your next project and be part of your ongoing growth to bigger, better, and more aspirational deals.
Find out more about Merryoaks here: https://www.merryoaks.com/
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 58 | How Proptech and AI are Changing the Property Industry | Charlie Tarr
14 Sep 2023
00:56:46
In this episode, Saam speaks to Charlie Tarr - Property Investor and Founder & CEO of Stacked.
Stacked is a property platform providing investors and developers with everything they need to get their projects off the ground - from stacking deals and raising finance to managing a portfolio and communicating with a team.
As an investor, Charlie started his property business in 2008, at age 19, and has kept building his portfolio ever since.
Merryoaks provides growth-based property finance advisory for investors and developers with the aim of helping you fund your next project and be part of your ongoing growth to bigger, better, and more aspirational deals.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 57 | The Secrets of Successful Property Sourcing with Paul Stapleton
08 Sep 2023
01:09:28
In this episode, Saam speaks to Paul Stapleton - Buy-to-Let Investor, Off Market Sales Specialist, Public Speaker, Podcaster and Mentor.
Paul is a dynamic professional who's turned a passion for sales training and property into an exhilarating 15-year adventure! With an impressive 8-year stint in the property sector, Paul has perfected the art of offering covert selling services that landlords can't resist.
Paul is also one part of London’s freshest business events, Peak Performance, which brings together some of the coolest experts who spill the beans on priceless advice, motivation, and inspiration for up-and-coming business dynamos.
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 56 | Impact Property Investing with Jack Wicks: Social Housing for 1 Million People
31 Aug 2023
01:12:34
In this episode, Saam chats with Jack Wicks - Co-Founder of the Social Housing Group.
Social Housing Group are on a mission to house 1,000,000 people in the UK and make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable people. They do this by working with investors, landlords and social housing lease providers to provide quality housing for vulnerable people.
Jack openly and honestly shares his property investing story and reveals the highs and lows of investing in social housing and opportunities for other property investors.
If you're interested in social housing and investing to make a difference - this episode is for you!
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 55 | Andrew McDonald | Inside the World of Property Consulting
26 Jul 2023
01:16:59
In this episode, Saam speaks to Andrew McDonald - Experienced Property Consultant, Property Agent, Coach & Mentor.
Andrew is the co-founder of TheCredo.Group, who provide complete property services to stakeholders within property markets, as well as co-founder of Tandem Real Estate - a commercial property consultancy dealing with a wide range of property asset classes in both an acquisition & disposal capacity.
Andrew’s property experience spans 28 years with clients ranging from major property companies, pension funds and high net-worth individuals. He also owns and operates a successful luxury serviced accommodation business in the Highlands of Scotland (Strathspey Lodge).
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 54 | Buying Property at Auction: What You Need to Know | Andrew Brown - Strettons
21 Jul 2023
01:16:47
In this episode, Saam speaks to Andrew Brown - Director of Auctions at Strettons.
Strettons is a leading multi-disciplinary property consulting firm advising throughout the UK. For over 90 years, the firm has worked with clients to share expertise across a range of property sectors, advising buyers, owners, occupiers, investors, developers and more. The firm has managed £1.2bn of property nationwide, and their auction house has sold over £100m of commercial and residential property Nationwide in the last 18 months with a 92% success rate.
Andrew has worked in the property industry for 25 years, spending the past 19 years in property auctions. He was previously Managing Director for a large national auctioneer and has held senior positions at three top auction houses.
During his career, Andrew has conducted over 300 auctions, selling more than £1bn of properties from the rostrum. He has acted for several banks, building societies, LPA receivers, insolvency practitioners, asset managers, local authorities, and NGOs to dispose of large residential and commercial portfolios and high-value distressed assets.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 53 | Mastering The Property Finance Game | Shazad Ahmed - Owner of Elan Property Finance
14 Jul 2023
01:19:10
In this episode, Saam speaks to Shazad Ahmed - Property Finance Broker, Speaker and Podcast Host.
Shaz owns Elan Property Finance and works with investors looking to start, scale or grow their portfolios by arranging short-term (bridging, development and refurb) finance, as well as long-term funding (BTL, HMO, SA, commercial and so on).
Shaz can often be found at various property events up and down the country, providing valuable advice and tips to investors. He’s also the host of his own podcast, “Where’s Shaz” - where he speaks to people in the world of property, finance and business.
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 52 | Jason Living - The Property Expert | Building & Managing a £15M Property Portfolio
26 Jun 2023
01:10:17
In this episode, Saam speaks to Jason Living - aka The Property Expert.
Jason is a Chartered Surveyor and Property Investor with over 30 years of experience. He is also the Founder and MD of Argyle Square Properties - which owns and manages a diverse range of residential and commercial property assets and a short-term rental business across Sunderland. Jason has also helped over 1000 investors learn about the property through his training courses and masterminds.
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies has resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 51 | Kris Carpenter | Property Development Site Acquisitions & Maximising Return on Investment
14 Jun 2023
00:58:32
In this episode, Saam speaks to Kris Carpenter - Property Developer, Buy-to-let Landlord and Lettings Agency Owner.
Kris has significant experience in residential and commercial property and runs Quattro Property Services - a leading Residential Development Firm in the North working on deals ranging from 1 - 50 units and sites up to £20m GDV.
Kris specialises in the purchase, refurbishment and development of rental properties throughout the Yorkshire region, building profitable portfolios for high-wealth individuals.
His extensive experience also covers site acquisitions, Permitted Development, fundraising, seeking out development opportunities nationwide (with or without planning permission), and maximising land value for landowners while making a good return for investors.
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 50 | Building a Profitable HMO Business | Andy Graham - Property Developer & HMO Trainer
08 Jun 2023
01:03:45
In this episode, Saam speaks to Andy Graham - Property Developer and Founder of the HMO Roadmap.
After qualifying as a physio, Andy realised that career wasn’t for him and decided to save up to purchase his first property, which he converted into a five-bed student house. Fast forward 10 years, and Andy has built up a profitable HMO portfolio. He now educates others to do the same via his course, The HMO Roadmap, as well as running a successful mastermind in Sheffield that brings together some of the best minds in property.
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record of turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 49 | A Lender's Perspective on Securing Property Finance | Daryl Norkett - Shawbrook Bank
26 May 2023
01:05:05
In this episode, Saam speaks to Daryl Norkett - Head of Real Estate Proposition at Shawbrook Bank.
Daryl has a background in banking, an incredibly profound insight and level of experience in property finance and is a fountain of knowledge when it comes to securing finance in the real estate space.
With over 300,000 active and engaged customers, Shawbrook Bank provides highly personalised, practical lending to individuals, businesses and real estate investors.
The Shawbrook Property Finance team specialise in Buy-to-Let, Bridging Finance, Commercial Investment and Second Charge Mortgages, and work with a network of intermediaries across the UK.
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 75 | What Property Developers Need to Know About Development Finance with Uliana Kuzmis
16 Aug 2024
01:12:24
In this episode of Property People, Saam sits down with Uliana Kuzmis, Deputy Managing Director at Hampshire Trust Bank's Development Finance team.
With over 20 years of experience in underwriting, development finance, and credit risk, Uliana is a highly accomplished and energetic credit and real estate specialist. She has led her team to win the Best Development Finance Provider Award at the Business Moneyfacts Awards in both 2023 and 2024 and has been recognised as a Power List winner by Bridging & Commercial and an Elite Women Award winner in 2024.
Uliana's leadership style centres on investing in her team, helping them become the best versions of themselves, and trusting them to deliver exceptional results. Passionate about creating a positive and supportive environment, she prioritises mental health and wellness, ensuring her team is equipped with the tools to look after themselves. In this episode, Uliana shares insights into her approach to leadership, her journey in the finance sector, and how Hampshire Trust Bank is striving to reach new heights.
🎧LISTEN to find out more about Uliana’s inspiring career and what every property developer needs to know about development finance.
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This episode is sponsored by PLMD Group.
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
EP 48 | Securing & Selling Off-Market Commercial Property Deals | Nathan King - Senior Property Consultant at Whozoo
17 May 2023
01:14:50
In this episode, Saam speaks to Nathan King - Senior Property Consultant at Whozoo.
Whozoo (formerly known as City & Counties Commercial) is the UK’s first hybrid commercial estate agency, empowering agents to have successful careers in the commercial property sector, whilst delivering a new kind of service and value for their clients.
Nathan assists clients in acquiring and selling commercial dev sites around London and the South East. Aside from the conventional, Nathan is successfully transacting on sites using various strategies from option agreements, subject to planning, delayed completions, as well as providing lucrative off-market deals for clients.
This episode is Sponsored by @plmdgroup, who provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies has resulted in a strong track record of turning liabilities into valuable assets.🏘️
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 47 | From Uber Driver to Multi-Million Pound Property Investor - Dr Daniel Moses
04 May 2023
01:21:03
In this episode, Saam speaks to Dr Daniel Moses - Founder & CEO of Property Wealth Education and Property Wealth Corporation.
Daniel has faced numerous setbacks, including a £150,000 business failure in 2015. With his back against the wall – fighting anxiety, depression, and on the verge of bankruptcy – he came up with a plan to become wealthy through property and has never looked back.
Today, he runs a 7-figure empire growing to 10 figures within the next 10 years. He is a bestselling author and holds a doctorate in Philosophy, Christian Leadership, and Business.
Property Wealth Corporation is a collection of companies built to create wealth through investments and knowledge in property.
The group consists of several brands, encompassing property education, property management and property capital.
Property Wealth Corporation aims to empower its clients to build a property portfolio that leaves a legacy. Their team supports both local and international investors, specialising in both large and small projects as well as providing investment opportunities and educational courses and events.
The company is founded and run by Dr Daniel Moses, who has already helped hundreds of property investors kick-start their investing journey, with many going on to generate significant wealth.
If you’re new to property or looking to grow your network with like-minded, knowledgeable experts, find out more about Property Wealth Corporation at PropertyWealthCorp.com.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 46 | Raising £1M in Private Finance & Delivering 14 HMOs in 36 Months - Davinder Sanghera
13 Apr 2023
01:07:08
In this episode, Saam speaks to Davinder Sanghera (also known on social media as Spot the Dave) - an experienced Property Developer and Mentor.
Davinder was formerly a Finance Analyst and Trader in the City of London before deciding to go full time into property. She now works with other BTL investors and HMO developers to offer them monthly returns from property and has successfully delivered and executed 14 HMOs in 36 months and raised over £1m in private finance.
This episode is Sponsored by PLMD Group, who provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies has resulted in a strong track record of turning liabilities into valuable assets.🏘️
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 45 | Delivering Well-Designed Buildings & Spaces | Neil Scroxton - MD of Scroxton & Partners
06 Apr 2023
01:09:44
In this episode, Saam speaks to Neil Scroxton - Managing Director and Founder of Scroxton & Partners Limited.
Scroxton & Partners is a Chartered Architecture, Planning Practice and Construction Management Service dedicated to the delivery of well-designed places, buildings and spaces.
Based in London & Northampton, their multidisciplinary practice uses their skills in a socially responsible way, and they have a holistic and sensitive approach to sustainable planning and design within the residential, commercial, industrial and educational sectors.
With years of ‘in practice’ experience in the private residential, developer-led residential, and commercial sectors, Neil leads consultant teams within the construction industry and advises clients on best practices.
By providing high-quality and well-grounded advice, Neil supports clients to make commercially sound decisions based on a high-level design-led ethos. He also considers that the passive approach to sustainability reduces build costs, as well as running and maintenance costs, and is well-placed to offer building strategy advice.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 44 | Building a Brand in Property | Jade McNeil - Founder of Beespace
31 Mar 2023
01:00:40
In this episode, Saam speaks to Jade McNeil - Creative Director and Founder of Beespace.
Beespace is a Nottingham-based design-led property development company specialising in creating co-living spaces with a difference for both professionals and students.
As a property investor and developer herself, Jade wants to challenge the everyday perception of what a co-living house could look and feel like by branding the houses she owns.
Before becoming a mother, Jade's background was in retail store design and display. Jade is experienced in many areas of property investing, including; co-living (HMO), buy-to-sell, serviced accommodation, co-working, and buy-to-let.
This episode is Sponsored by PLMD Group, who provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies has resulted in a strong track record of turning liabilities into valuable assets.🏘️
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 43 | £1.3M in Property in 9 Months | Tej Singh - Property Investor, Mentor & Business Owner
03 Mar 2023
01:08:21
In this episode, Saam speaks to Tej Singh, also known as ‘Tej Talks’ - property investor, speaker, mentor and business owner.
After buying 15 properties in his first 9 months in property development, building a £1,300,000 portfolio and raising £850,000 of private investor finance, Tej is now buying and building other businesses.
Tej shares his valuable experience in property from the highs to the lows, as well as his plans for the future.
PLMD Group is made up of PLMD Development, PLMD Estate Management and PLMD Capital.
PLMD Group provide expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies have resulted in a strong track record turning liabilities into valuable assets.
PLMD also help UK & overseas investors looking for value-add properties and ground-up green developments in the UK residential market, build to rent sector in London & its suburbs.
The group delivers value through a fusion of experience, innovative design, imagination, hands-on management and sustainable resources.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 42 | Delivering £50m+ Property Developments | Ajay Kapur - Developer & CEO of PLMD Group
20 Feb 2023
00:57:32
In this episode, Saam speaks to Ajay Kapur - an experienced Property Developer and CEO of PLMD Group. Ajay has delivered projects of £50M+ GDV and worked at organisations such as Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan, UBS and Bank of America.
As a seasoned property developer and investor, Ajay has a specific focus on urban regeneration and turning low-value assets into high-performing investments. He has been responsible for a series of redevelopment schemes in strategic locations on the outskirts of London and has a proven track record of delivering high-quality developments in locations with increasing economic growth, investment and regeneration.
PLMD Group provides expertise in real estate development combined with asset management. With more than 70 Build to Rent(BTR) properties and £20M+ assets under management, their extensive knowledge of local planning policies has resulted in a strong track record of turning liabilities into valuable assets.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 41 | Mike Aspinall - Ex-Rugby Player, Serial Property Investor & Founder of Northern Property Partners
26 May 2022
00:51:09
In this episode, Saam speaks to Mike Aspinall - multiple business owner, ex-rugby player and experienced property investor.
Mike is the Founder & CEO of Northern Property Partners - end-to-end investment experts that help clients invest in the UK property market with ease.
Mike's vision when starting the business was to deliver high-quality investments for himself and others minimising the risks involved in the 'people' side of property investing.
The initial motivation for property investing was part of creating financial stability for his young family. His personal portfolio is around Leeds and surrounding areas in Yorkshire specialising in HMOs, serviced accommodation and commercial to residential developments.
Merryoaks provides growth-based property finance advisory for investors and developers with the aim of helping you fund your next project and be part of your ongoing growth to bigger, better, and more aspirational deals.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 40 | The Future of Modular Construction and Opportunities for Property Investors & Developers | Alex Hurn
20 May 2022
00:54:08
In this episode, Saam chats to Alex Hurn, Managing Director of Sillence Hurn - a private Building Surveying and Project Management practice servicing London and the South of England.
Sillence Hurn provides a turnkey building surveying and consultancy solution for commercial, retail, industrial and residential building projects.
Merryoaks provides growth-based property finance advisory for investors and developers with the aim of helping you fund your next project and be part of your ongoing growth to bigger, better, and more aspirational deals.
Find out more about Merryoaks and speak to the team here: https://www.merryoaks.com/
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 39 | Game-Changing Appraisal Software for Property Developers | Daniel Norman Co-Founder of Aprao
20 May 2022
00:52:01
In this episode, we speak to Daniel Norman, Co-Founder and CEO of Aprao, development appraisal software designed to increase accuracy, consistency and efficiency on development projects.
Daniel has worked in real estate finance for over 10 years and has a strong vision of transforming the real estate sector through the use of technology.
Merryoaks provides growth-based property finance advisory for investors and developers with the aim of helping you fund your next project and be part of your ongoing growth to bigger, better, and more aspirational deals.
Find out more about Merryoaks and speak to the team here:
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 74 | Revolutionising Property Finance, Lending £500m and Building TAB with Duncan Kreeger
29 Jul 2024
01:28:44
In this episode of Property People, Saam chats to Duncan Kreeger - Founder & CEO of TAB, serial property investor and entrepreneur.
Duncan started his first company at the age of 17 and has since built and sold a £120m valuation business, managed over £400m of private capital, completed over £2bn worth of secured loans and managed a team of over 100 staff. He is embracing technology and opening up real estate investment opportunities to everyone.
Duncan founded TAB, a property finance and investment firm in February 2018 after seeing a need for a lender that understood the requirements of bridging loans and had the experience to transact swiftly while taking a prudent approach to risk. As a result, he designed TAB’s lending model to have the flexibility to consider the wider spectrum of a borrower’s circumstances.
TAB Market enables new and existing investors to access a range of lending and property investments, providing investors with an opportunity to invest in UK property and benefit even if they don’t have the usual means or know how.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 38 | Adewole Ademolake - £600m Development Manager on Challenges & Opportunities for Property Developers
20 May 2022
00:41:12
Adewole Ademolake is a Senior Development Manager who has worked on over £600m of property development projects ranging from large housing entities, councils, major housing developments and regeneration projects.
With a wealth of property development experience and knowledge, in this episode of property People, Adewole shares his thoughts, challenges and opportunities for developers in 2022.
Merryoaks provides growth-based property finance advisory for investors and developers with the aim of helping you fund your next project and be part of your ongoing growth to bigger, better, and more aspirational deals.
Find out more about Merryoaks and speak to the team here: https://
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 37 | Elite Dwellings Andrew & Mary - Architects & Developers Using Design to Maximise Returns
20 May 2022
00:59:33
Andrew & Mary are the team behind Elite Dwellings - an Architecture and Design firm.
As qualified Architects with more than 20 years of combined experience working on projects both in the UK and Australia, the duo help property investors create high-quality homes that generate high returns.
They are also experienced investors & developers themselves and have a wealth of knowledge when it comes to using design to attract and retain tenants.
“We put design at the forefront of everything we do and believe that good design can save money, increase returns and create beautiful homes that do not break the bank.” - Elite Dwellings.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 36 | Danny Inman - Successful Property Investor, Developer, Business Owner & Coach
22 Nov 2021
00:59:40
On this episode of Property People, we chat to Danny Inman - Property Investor, Developer, Business Owner & Coach at the Prosperity Network.
Danny is a very successful business owner in the property market and a serial property investor and developer who is passionate about education, quality content and personal development.
With a £25m pipeline of developments at almost all times and extensive experience in all property strategies, Danny shares his knowledge and expertise with those looking to learn via Prosperity Network and his Instagram account (see links below).
Prosperity Network is a group of serious and active property investors with the intention to deliver the best and most relevant property education, support and accountability, in the most affordable way.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 35 | John Corey - Global Tech, Regulation and Finance Expert and Investor
11 Nov 2021
01:03:39
John Corey has over 30+ years of experience with creative finance specifically in the real estate sector with a vast understanding of finance, crowdfunding, FCA regulation and cryptocurrency.
After starting his working career in the software industry, John moved to Silicon Valley in 1982 where he worked at NeXT and reported to Steve Jobs.
Today, John owns multiple properties across the world and runs Property Fortress, a community and educational platform for property investors with monthly networking event in London.
Find out more about Property Fortress: https://www.propertyfortress.com/ Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johncorey/ Connect with Saam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saamlowni/ FOLLOW PROPERTY PEOPLE ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/propertypeoplemedia/
This episode is sponsored by Merryoaks.
Merryoaks provides growth-based property finance advisory for investors and developers with the aim of helping you fund your next project and be part of your ongoing growth to bigger, better, and more aspirational deals.
Find out more about Merryoaks and speak to the team here: https://www.merryoaks.com/
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 34 | Aren Deu - Property Investor & Developer - AKA Anxious Investor
06 Oct 2021
01:09:57
In this episode of property people, we chat to Aren Deu, a well-known Property Investor and Developer.
Aren has successfully built a property portfolio and now teaches others to build financial freedom with his regular Instagram and YouTube content and free Property Investing Course.
Connect with Aren on Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arendeu/ Find out more about Aren's Free Property Investing Course: http://arendeu.com/propertyinvestingcourse/ Connect with Saam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saamlowni/ FOLLOW PROPERTY PEOPLE ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/propertypeoplemedia/
This episode is sponsored by Merryoaks.
Merryoaks provides growth-based property finance advisory for investors and developers with the aim of helping you fund your next project and be part of your ongoing growth to bigger, better, and more aspirational deals.
Find out more about Merryoaks and speak to the team here: https://www.merryoaks.com/
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
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Ep 33 | Alex Goldstein - Expert Property Consultant with 20 Years of Industry Experience
17 Sep 2021
00:55:34
In this episode of property people, we chat to Alex Goldstein, an expert property consultant with a wealth of knowledge of the industry.
Alex has nearly 20 years’ experience, giving bespoke advice to help clients Buy and Sell residential property across Yorkshire, London and the Home Counties.
A property adviser at hand to personally guide you through your next house move, removing the stress from the buying and selling process plus negotiating hard on your behalf.
Merryoaks provides growth-based property finance advisory for investors and developers with the aim of helping you fund your next project and be part of your ongoing growth to bigger, better, and more aspirational deals.
Find out more about Merryoaks and speak to the team here: https://www
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
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Ep 32 | Ben Richards - Architectural Engineer, Property Developer & Multiple Business Owner
08 Sep 2021
00:55:54
On this episode of Property People, we speak to Ben Richards, Property Developer and Director of Aura Architecture & Interiors - an Award Winning Architectural Design company.
Ben is passionate about property development and also works with Investors to create amazing homes whilst providing great investment returns with his company XP Property.
XP's goal is to play as big a part as possible in rectifying the housing crisis by building and transforming efficient, sustainable housing.
Merryoaks provides growth-based property finance advisory for investors and developers with the aim of helping you fund your next project and be part of your ongoing growth to bigger, better, and more aspirational deals.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 31 | Paul Heming - Co-Founder of ConTech platform C-LINK & Experienced QS
13 Aug 2021
00:51:38
In this episode of Property People, we chat to Paul Heming, Co-Founder of ConTech platform C-Link and experienced Quantity Surveyor.
C-Link is the #1 construction procurement software bringing the expertise of big business to smaller, more nimble property developers and main contractors.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 30 | Lamar Joseph - Digital Media Agency Owner & Ex Foxton’s Estate Agent
28 Jul 2021
00:59:35
On the latest episode of Property People, we chat to Lamar Joseph.
Lamar is an Ex Property Negotiator at Foxtons specialising in the London property market and is now the Director and Presenter at Pembridge Media, showcasing luxury properties around London.
Merryoaks provides growth-based property finance advisory for investors and developers with the aim of helping you fund your next project and be part of your ongoing growth to bigger, better, and more aspirational deals.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
On the latest episode of Property People, we chat to Craig Sullivan, HMO Lettings Agent, Student Property Expert, and a Landlord with over 20 properties!
Craig is also the owner of Student House Gillingham, which provides student accommodation for UK-based and international students attending the Universities of Medway.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
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Ep 73 | How Marc Turnier Built an Award-Winning Architecture & Property Development Firm
11 Jul 2024
00:57:27
In this episode of Property People, Saam speaks to Marc Turnier - Founder and MD of Arcvelop, a Chartered UK Architect, Winner at the Property Investor Awards 2023, and property development mentor.
Marc has worked at some of the UK’s most renowned and largest architectural practices, Foster + Partners and Allies and Morrison, where he delivered landmark mixed use, commercial and residential schemes from £50m to £150m GDV across the World. He has delivered schemes for some of the largest global developers in London, Dubai, Australia and Valencia.
In recent years he has contracted as Design and Development Director for various high net worth Private Equity Property Companies in Central London, focusing primarily on commercial and residential conversions of medium to large value-add schemes ranging in value from £0.5m to £30m GDV.
Through Marc’s experience and expertise in design-led conversions, Arcvelop offers the unique opportunity to combine first-in-class architectural design and development into investment projects, working with a growing number of private investors, JV Partners and it’s own growing portfolio. Arcvelop now has a breadth of projects across London, Kent, Norwich, Sheffield, Leeds and Nottingham.
🔥LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE to find out what kickstarted Marc's successful property career and how he works with investors to create outstanding developments across the UK.
This episode is sponsored by Merryoaks.
Merryoaks provides growth-based property finance advisory for investors and developers with the aim of helping you fund your next project and be part of your ongoing growth to bigger, better, and more aspirational deals.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
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On the latest episode of Property People, we chat to Lexie Carducci, an experienced Relocation Agent, Property Investor, Developer, and Presenter based in London.
Lexie has helped over 600 house hunters find their dream home in London. She also develops properties and manages a portfolio of buy to let investments.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
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Ep 27 | Rosie Charles - Property Investor & Developer at ARCH Investments
09 Jun 2021
00:55:16
On the latest episode of Property People, we chat to Rosie Charles, one-half of property duo ARCH Investments.
ARCH Investments is a property investing business with a rapidly growing mixed property portfolio spread across the North West and the South East of the country.
They buy unloved properties and transform them into wonderful rental properties of a high standard.
They also help other investors grow their property portfolio by providing them with a property investment opportunity that gives them hassle-free returns.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?
Ep 26 | Marwan Field - Contractor, Developer, Landlord, Investor & Tech Entrepreneur
02 Jun 2021
01:09:32
On this episode of Property People, we chat to Marwan Field; Co-Founder & CEO of Byoot and Co-Founder of Skrap.
Byoot is a London-based design & build company that specialises in refurbishing, extending and building homes. The companies’ emphasis is on simplicity, transparency and quality - making it a design and build company with a difference.
After spending years successfully building Byoot, Marwan and co-founder, Hussain Hilli, were frequently frustrated by problems with waste services suppliers such as skip hire companies. This led to them developing a digital solution to their difficulties with third co-founder, Ahmed Rao.
Skrap provides an aggregation service in a market that has been slow to embrace digital technology. Through the Skrap app, construction companies looking for waste services are matched with suppliers that are able to meet their needs.
In 2020, Skrap announced the successful completion of a £1.2m seed fundraising round.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
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Ep 25 | William Stokes - Innovative Co-Working Property Developer & Founder of Co-Space
02 Jun 2021
00:49:39
On this episode of Property People, we chat to William Stokes, Property Developer, Speaker, and Co-Founder & CEO of Co-Space; a flexible co-working and dedicated office space that’s designed for anyone and everyone.
William shares his experience in property development, insights into the world of co-working, and growth plans for the future.
Saam has 20 years of experience in residential & commercial property, sales, lettings, management and finance. Saam was a founding member of a Property Finance Provider which grew its fund from £0 to £300m. He also founded Merryoaks Property Finance in 2021 to provide bespoke property finance to investors & developers and launched Property People in 2018 to connect with investors and developers across the country to share valuable information and stories.
Are you a property professional with something interesting to share? Would you like to sponsor an episode and get your business in front of our audience of property investors & developers?