Commercial Property Investor Podcast

Jerry shares some of the successes and challenges of 2021 and give more details on his day to day business operations, including some project & team updates. He also talks about his aspirations for the year ahead.  He shares a goal setting technique the team have been using to prioritise "working on the business" activities rather than "in the business"activities. It can be difficult to raise...

Jerry offers tips and habits for creating successful goals specifically relating to commercial property investing. It's that time of year when things may begin to get a little hectic. However, it is also a great time to reflect and plan ahead for the future. Jerry offers ten practical goals that you could use to maintain focus and get results for the next 12 months   This episode is not a “how to...

Jerry chats with Asaad Tariq, a succussful entrepreneur with expertise in both commercial and development work. Asaad gives an honest overview on strategy to relationships and everything in-between as he offers unique insight based on his experiences of getting started in the sector from a young age.  As well as discussing general principles of Commercial Property investment, Asaad shares his expe...

Jerry covers 16 ways to influence the value of commercial assets via means of increasing the overall rental income and the ability to redefine the offer. Find out more information and apply for the Commercial Property Mastermind: https://www.commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/mastermind-accountability-programme/ Join the Commercial Property Investor Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/commercia...

Jerry shares 10 tips on how to keep yourself motivated in the world of commercial property. It can be difficult to keep motivated when you are starting out in commercial property investing particularly when it seems nobody is interested in working with us. Sometimes it seems nobody wants to sell anything or at the very least there is lots going on that you can’t see. This episode aims to help you...

Jerry shares 6 vital questions on a viewing with a prospective work space customer. What seems like a simple process can have more complex aspects which are often overlooked. It takes time, experimentation with real live prospects and failures & successes to really work out what works best for you. For those of you who have just bought a multilet property this will be really helpful to improve...

Jerry chats with Jay Hogarty about his experiences of the charity sector within Retail markets, on finding opportunities and making them happen when others can't see the value add. With over 30 years of retail property experience from high street to charity retail, property speculator, landlord & charity retail consultant Jay Hogarty provides a unique perspective on building relationships and...

Jerry compares the benefits and drawbacks of CMO licensed vs. traditional leased space. There are some really striking advantages of CMO over standard leased space. It is not all plain sailing of course and there are also some downsides. If you want to create great cashflow, then CMO could be very interesting. Join the Commercial Property Investor Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/commercia...

In this episode Jerry talks about the 4 ways you can invest in Commercial Property. Which ever way you want to invest there is a big difference between the institutional side of investing or investing as a private investor. For private investors, our success or failure on either side will not least be down to good due diligence and understanding of what we are getting into. However the noise out t...

Jerry discusses the journey of business partners & HMO experts Nicky & Stephanie Taylor and their current Commercial Property Conversion. The pair are co-founders of the award-winning property management and development company, HMO Heaven and famed for their best selling book Rent 2 Rent Success. They have a strong passion to help others realise their potential and get started on their ow...

We are taught to put in lots of offers on buildings and to continue seeking out more deals. That is the theory of the numbers game, eventually someone is going to say yes.  When someone does accept your offer it can be a surprise or even a shock. The first feeling might be elation, then the question of "Did I offer too much", followed by "What on earth do I do now?" This episode is all about those...

Learn how Commercial property can set you free. Jerry details the 3 stages he experienced whilst seeking financial independence through Commercial Property. Momentum is the real secret to building cashflow through commercial property investment. Jerry also talks through some of the ways to mitigate the fiscal drag of certain taxes on your portfolio and cashflow performance, so you can build real m...

SSAS is a very interesting tax efficient way to finance commercial property. At the request of our current CPI Mastermind program we recently ran an online Q&A session about SSAS pensions and their use for commercial property investments. We recorded the session so you now have a chance to listen in. SSAS consultant Paul Barry joins us to field the questions along with a number of commercial i...

Steven is a prolific residential property investor with many strategies under his belt. Wanting to go one further, he recently purchased a 7000ft2 commercial property and shares the experience on this great episode.  He talks about how this deal came about and the emotions of getting it over the line. Find Steven: www.instagram.com/stevenclarkproperty www.steven-clark.com Scottish Property Podcast...

There are some really important things that we need to do straight after we have been given the keys for a commercial property investment. In this episode Jerry gives a quick update on how business and his Commercial occupancy has been over the summer and then goes onto explain a checklist for those of you who have just been given the keys for a new commercial property investment. If you have been...

In this episode Jerry shares the 6 steps he believes are critical for a successful transition from Residential Property investing to Commercial Property investment.  Have you ever looked at Commercial Property but then gone back to Residential because it is something you know and is within your comfort zone? It isn't easy to start something new particularly if there is no road map or much informat...

James gives a fantastic insight into running high energy Coworking spaces for entrepreneurs and startups in Manhattan. He leased space from commercial landlords and effectively ran a successful rent to rent model.  This 4th instalment of the coworking mini series gives us a great understanding of what it can take to run a coworking space from an operational point of view. As a potential commercial...

Jerry talks to entrepreneur Chris van der Kuyl on venturing into commercial property. Chris and his lifelong friend Paddy Burns are very well known in gaming circles for their business 4J studios and for the work they've done over many years bringing the Minecraft franchise to millions of people.  Chris shares some great insights into how and why they developed a 19th century warehouse on the wate...

Jerry talks with Stephen MacKenzie who has recently taken the plunge into commercial property, developing his own brand of flexible workspace. Discussing the highs and lows of Stephen's first project and what comes next, this episode will give you some tips and inspiration to take that next step. Find Stephen @: Website: https://hivescotland.co.uk/ Facebook: @hiveoffices Instagram: hive_work_space...

Jerry talks to Jamie Russo from 'Everything Coworking' about just that. Jamie has the advantage of a very unique background with 8 years of operating her own spaces as well as consulting with hundreds of other operators across coworking and flexible workspace. She brings great insight and tips for those thinking of getting started in this exciting sector.  Based on the west cost of The United Stat...

Developing a successful coworking space needs lots of planning and operational skill, it is not just a room with a few desks and wifi. In this episode Jerry covers the following in more depth: Clever Design and layout Your Team   Creating community Getting new customers can be down to good marketing and sales techniques, but retaining customers comes from the use of clever design, the creation of...

One of the most exciting reasons for being involved in CMO commercial property is the opportunity for multiple income streams. There are over 20 income streams that we have benefited from at our multilet commercial properties and in this episode Jerry talks you through 10 fundamental opportunities for additional income. Some are more suited for the active investor but others can be incorporated by...

Jerry sets out what coworking really is and some of the parameters around it. He discusses the benefits to the members as a community, a living, breathing hive of activity and what we can gain as commercial landlords & investors. Join the Commercial Property Investor Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/commercialpropertyinvestor/ Jerry Alexander on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/je...

A major barrier we see when it comes to taking the leap between residential to commercial property investing is the often limiting mindset of investors. Don't believe everything you think! Thoughts are thoughts and not statements of fact. When we step back emotionally from a situation, and start to see the bigger picture, it reduces those distressing beliefs. We discuss some of the questions you c...

Jerry and Caroline Claydon discuss the details about her recent eHotel development. They also discuss Caroline’s property journey and how their paths crossed over 10 years ago at a property training event and how they took 2 quite different paths towards property success. They have both been investing in property for over twenty years and share numerous property insights. This sometimes reflective...