Jack and Mark Anderson: The Father and Son Team Building a Property Business Together...
Release Date: 02/12/2024
Breathing New Life Into Old Walls: Wayne Douglas (City & Country)
This Week In Property Podcast
In today's episode, we site down with Wayne Douglas, Managing Director of , for a conversation that blends heritage, housing, and hope for the UK property industry. From humble beginnings shadowing his carpenter father, Wayne’s path into housebuilding took a different route; through numbers and finance. But it’s clear that passion for quality construction runs deep. He shares how he joined City & Country nearly two decades ago when it was a 40-person firm turning over £10 million. Today, the company turns over almost £100 million and has carved out a niche...
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From Burnout to Breakthrough: How Lynne & Alan Are Redefining Success
This Week In Property Podcast
Today, on This Week In Property, Richard is joined by and —two entrepreneurs with very different backstories but a shared mission to build meaningful, values-driven businesses in the world of property. Lynne opens up about her path from customer service and family life to what was nearly a career in funeral care. After facing some deeply personal tragedies, she found herself seeking not just a business, but a way to give back. What began as a search for premises for a funeral home eventually shifted into property investment after attending a Jumpstart event with her partner Grant....
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Bacon & Co tackle the Renters’ Reform Bill and the future of lettings
This Week In Property Podcast
n this enlightening episode of This Week in Property, Richard sits down with Julie West and Hayley Scammell from Sussex’s leading estate agency, Bacon & Co, to discuss the much-debated Renters’ Reform Bill and its sweeping implications for landlords, tenants, and letting agents alike. Julie and Hayley bring a wealth of experience, having weathered the highs and lows of the property market for decades. From Hayley’s early days earning £25 a week to Julie’s transition from landlord to agency founder, both have a deep understanding of the lettings landscape and the challenges...
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Cost, Control & Conversions: Why Jake Suthers is Every Developer’s Secret Weapon
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Are you intrigued by the behind-the-scenes magic that keeps property development projects on track? In the latest episode of This Week In Property, Richard sits down with Jake Suthers, the dynamic founder of , to unravel the critical role of quantity surveying (QS) in the property world. This engaging conversation is packed with insights, anecdotes, and practical advice that will leave you eager to dive into the full episode. Jake’s journey is anything but ordinary. From cutting his teeth in London’s corporate construction scene to managing mega-projects in...
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Bringing Order to Chaos: Chris Dowty (Sourcing Investments)
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On today's show, Richard sits down with Chris Dowty — entrepreneur, fintech innovator, and the founder of Sourcing Investments — for a candid conversation that spans continents, careers, and a few eyebrow-raising property plays. Speaking from his base in Bali (yes, he really lives there), Chris takes us on a journey from his early days in corporate life with Intel to diving headfirst into the unpredictable world of UK property. What started as a frustrated leap out of a safe but stifling career eventually snowballed into an ambitious mission: to build structure, trust, and...
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Breathing New Life into Grey Harlings Hotel: A Bold Redevelopment in Montrose
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The latest episode of This Week In Property takes listeners on a fascinating journey into the world of property redevelopment, featuring an ambitious project set in the scenic coastal town of Montrose, Scotland. Host Richard sits down with three key figures and former individual guests on the podcast—Andrew Lindsay, David Liddell, and Taylor McDonald—who are spearheading the transformation of the historic Grey Harlings Hotel. Their conversation is packed with insights, challenges, and inspiring moments, making this episode a must-listen for property investors, developers, and...
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When property investing: find the pearls not the lemons...
This Week In Property Podcast
For anyone looking to break into property investment or scale their portfolio, the latest episode of This Week in Property is a goldmine of insight. Host Richard sits down with Charles Whitehead, the driving force behind Pearl Lemon Properties, to discuss the evolving landscape of property investment—and why the right strategy can make all the difference. From Personal Struggles to Professional Success Charles’s journey into property investment started like many others—as a busy professional struggling to find the right properties and reliable advice. What began as...
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Rosevale Letting: a tailored approach to property letting…
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Are you a landlord, tenant, or someone intrigued by the ever-changing property world? Then the latest episode of This Week in Property is for you. Riccardo Giovanacci, the managing director of Rosevale Letting, joins Richard for an insightful discussion that blends personal stories, industry wisdom, and practical advice. From Humble Beginnings to Lettings Expert Riccardo’s journey started in Greenock, a town just outside Glasgow, where he learned the ropes of property from family influences and early work experiences. His rise to success wasn’t an overnight story but...
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David Liddell: From 1 BTL to a Family-Run Hospitality Empire...
This Week In Property Podcast
In today's show we turn on the big spotlight again - the Property Pros Spotlight! Where we bring someone into the studio and hear the story of their property journey. Where they've came from, what they've done, chat about their deals, and learn what kind of business they have grown. And today's guest, , is the perfect example of what is possible in the world of property. Known for his dynamic approach to property, David is a seasoned investor and developer with a background in engineering who has found remarkable success by harnessing his analytic skills, adapting his approach, and...
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Lesley Treacy: Building a greener future with Dandara...
This Week In Property Podcast
In today's episode of This Week in Property, Richard had an insightful conversation with Lesley Treacey, Head of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) at Dandara. The interview provides an in-depth look at the importance of sustainability in the property development sector, with Lesley sharing her extensive experience and unique perspective on how the industry is evolving. Lesley discusses the growing focus on ESG, highlighting how issues like biodiversity, energy efficiency, and sustainable building practices are becoming central to modern construction. Lesley...
info_outlineHaving the courage and determination to build a successful business that can positively impact your life and the lives of the family around you is a noble and worthwhile journey to go on.
But what if you could actually build that business WITH your family?
What if you're a father and son team that can come together and form a solid partnership that can bring different skills and experiences together as the very fuel to spark and drive that business?
Today's guests under the Property Pros Spotlight on This Week In Property, have done exactly that!
Jack and Mark Anderson have come from very different career backgrounds and skillsets, but have a shared vision and an agreed way of handling themselves that has propelled their success in a crazy short amount of time.
The character, integrity and trust that they exude in their business and personal actions has seen a host of other people, other investors, and other connections flock to work with them.
A shared family tragedy, which they bravely speak about on the show, has bonded these two men together in a very solid fashion.
Totally different employment backgrounds and experiences has given the Andersons a wealth of skills and talents that they have combined to powerful effect.
Whether it's property projects for themselves, deals for investors, managing refurb projects, or sourcing and investing in both Scotland and England, this father-son combo have came flying out of the gates after completing training in property investing, and don't look to be slowing down any time soon...