Lets Talk with Citylets is your podcast channel dedicated to all things around the world of lettings - investment, legislation, rights & responsibilities, your stories and more. New episodes featuring industry experts, tenants, landlords and voices from over the world of lettings are available fortnightly.
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Pathways to Success: Insights from a Property Recruitment Specialist, with Michelle Christie of JIL
Episode 84 of Lets Talk, features Michelle Christie, Managing Consultant of JIL (Jobs in Letting) - a specialist recruitment agency for the Scottish property industry. With over 30 years of first-hand experience, Michelle provides invaluable insights into property recruitment. She discusses JIL's evolution, from its origins in PRS lettings to its expansion into diverse property sectors. Michelle offers advice for individuals interested in pursuing a career in property, and provides practical guidance for candidates transitioning into the industry. From interview preparation to cultural fit assessment, Michelle shares essential tips for success in property recruitment.
Challenges and Considerations Faced by Private Landlords, with Charlie Inness from Glenham Property
Lets Talk celebrates its five year anniversary by inviting back our first guest, Charlie Inness, Head of Business Development at Glenham Property. Hear about Charlie's rich experience in residential property investment, from his early career to owning his own properties. Explore his pivotal role in establishing investment sourcing services during the rise of Buy to Let, and gain insights into the unique expertise he brings to Glenham's clients. Discover the latest refurbishment projects undertaken by Glenham, Charlie's first-hand experience with the BRRR (buy, renovate, refinance, rent) model for property investment, and his expert analysis of the current residential lettings market in Edinburgh. Plus, get exclusive predictions on mortgage rates, insights into the impact of rent control measures, and valuable advice for landlords navigating the evolving rental landscape.
Landlord Lowdown: Mastering Investment, Mortgages and Rent Control with Cox & Co
Episode 82 features John Cox, Managing Director of Cox & Co, and Business Development Manager, Neill Bukes covering a range of key matters for landlords today, including investment strategies, navigating issues affecting buy to let mortgages, current rental market conditions in Scotland, and the recently announced tapered approach to rent controls from April 2024.
Kirstie Donnelly of TC Young Gives Advice on Procedures to Follow for Unresolved Tenant Issues
Episode 81 features Kirstie Donnelly, an Associate Solicitor with TC Young, discussing the issues of anti-social behaviour (ASB) of tenants and Wrongful Termination Orders (WTO), and the First-tier process.
A Portfolio Landlord’s Experience in Current Scottish Market Conditions with Iftikhar Ali
Edinburgh based portfolio landlord, Iftikhar Ali, joins Lets Talk for episode 80 to share his views on the current rental market as well as the Scottish Government’s rent caps and proposals for A New Deal for Tenants. Having previously worked as a qualified mortgage advisor, Iftikhar discusses the challenges and how to overcome them, in securing mortgages to enable continued viability for buy to lets during a time of higher interest rates.
