Property Elite Podcast

In this week’s podcast, we take a look at Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and how it is measured. ESG is becoming an important corporate and investment requirement, so all RICS APC and AssocRICS candidates need to be aware of it in relation to the Sustainability  competency.

In this week’s podcast, we look at the impact of the Hart v Large case on residential surveyors. You can read more about the case itself in this blog. This is essential reading for all RICS APC and AssocRICS candidates on the Residential or Valuation pathways, or any candidates with Valuation as a technical competency.

Today we take a look at the latest International Property Measurement Standards (IPMS) update. This is essential reading for all RICS APC and AssocRICS candidates undertaking the Measurement competency, as well as qualified Chartered Surveyors.

In this week’s podcast, we take a look at the new RICS Guidance Note Japanese Knotweed and Residential Property 1st Edition. This is essential listening for residential RICS APC and AssocRICS candidates pursuing the Inspection and Valuation competencies. Although the guidance is primarily aimed at residential surveyors, it is of wider relevance to any candidates with Inspection or Valuation as tec...

This week guest contributor Alice McCusker gives us her top tips for APC Success! 

In this week’s blog, we look at the new submission process for RICS APC candidates submitting for final assessment in Spring 2022.

In this week’s podcast, we look at the RICS Bichard Review, an independent review into the RICS’ purpose, governance and strategy. This is essential reading for all RICS AssocRICS and APC candidates, as well as qualified surveyors.

Today we look at the new Class MA permitted development (PD) right. This is essential listening for RICS APC Planning & Development candidates, as well as any candidates involved in advising clients on planning and potential uses for commercial premises.

“Unfortunately you have been unsuccessful in your assessment. To support you coming forward again you will receive a feedback report shortly. Further details on the next steps will be sent to you.” In today's podcast, guest contributor Olivia Proudley (https://www.proudleyassociates.com) examines how to bounce back from APC referral.

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In this week’s podcast, we look at the RICS’ consultation on the RICS Valuation – Global Standards (Red Book Global). This is essential listening for all RICS APC and AssocRICS candidates with Valuation as a competency, as well as any qualified RICS Registered Valuers.

In this week’s podcast, we look at the Government’s First Homes scheme. This is essential listening for any candidates with Planning or Purchase & Sale as a technical competency, as well as any candidates who are involved with affordable housing or the wider residential property market.

In this week’s podcast, we take a look at the new RICS Regulation paper on the Use of Social Media: Guidance for RICS Members (Version 1). We will cover some of the key principles of the guidance in this blog article.

In this week’s blog, we look at the changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), now in it’s 3rd edition, published on 20 July 2021. This is essential reading for Planning & Development pathway RICS APC candidates, as well as any candidates involved in the planning process.

In this week’s podcast, we look at the outcome of the RICS Independent Review by Alison Levitt QC. This is essential reading for all RICS APC and AssocRICS candidates, as well as qualified RICS Members.

In this week’s podcast, we take a look at our top tips relating to the RICS APC Log Book and Case Study Template.

Thinking about a career in property or construction? Thinking of becoming of Chartered Surveyor? How to Become a Chartered Surveyor, written by co-founder of Property Elite, Jen Lemen, demystifies the process and provides a clear road map for candidates to follow. The book outlines potential pathways and practice areas within the profession and includes the breadth and depth of surveying, from com...

In this week’s podcast, we look at the new RICS Strategic Public Sector Asset Management Global (3rd Edition) 2021.

All APC and AssocRICS candidates need to have an understanding and awareness of fire safety. You can read our previous articles on fire safety in our blog archive. Today, we will be focussing on the Fire Safety Act 2021. This sits within the wider context of Government reform relating to fire and building safety, e.g., Building Safety Bill, which we will focus on in future blog articles.

In this week’s podcast, we look at the RICS Automated Valuation Models (AVM) roadmap. This is part of RICS’ response to the growing use of AVMs by the property industry and likely to lead to new guidance, standards and content. This is essential reading for RICS APC and AssocRICS candidates pursuing the Valuation and Loan Security Valuation competencies.

In this week’s podcast, we take a look at the new RICS Guidance Note Land Measurement for Planning and Development Purposes. This is essential reading for candidates pursuing the Measurement competency, as well as Planning & Development pathway candidates.

In this week's podcast, we take a look at a flexible leasing case study at Kingland, Poole. This is essential reading for any candidates pursuing the (commercial property) Leasing & Letting competency. It will also be interesting reading for any candidates involved in redevelopment or regeneration schemes and investment or asset management.

In this week’s podcast, we take a look at the RICS Guidance Note Valuation of Individual New-Build Homes 3rd Edition. This is essential listening for RICS APC and AssocRICS Valuation and Residential candidates, as well as candidates on other pathways involved with valuing residential property. The full Guidance Note can be downloaded on the RICS website.

In this week’s podcast, we take a look at the replacement of the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). This is essential listening for RICS APC Property Finance & Investment candidates, as well as candidates on other pathways pursuing Property Finance & Funding as a technical competency. It will also be of relevance to candidates advising on interest rates to be used in residual land valu...

In this week’s podcast, we take a look at the new RICS Guidance Note Asbestos: Legal Requirements and Best Practice for Property Professionals and Clients 4th Edition. This is essential reading for all RICS APC and AssocRICS candidates, particularly in relation to the mandatory Health & Safety competency. It is also relevant to the Inspection and Legal/Regulatory Compliance competencies. The f...