The Property Funder Podcast

In this episode of The Property Funder Podcast, Michael Dean speaks with Martin Stewart, founder and director of London Money, a leading mortgage brokerage. Martin shares his candid insights on the mortgage industry, his journey from the Wild West days of financial services, and how authenticity has shaped his career and success. They explore the evolving landscape of mortgage broking, the impact...

Summary: In this episode, Michael Dean sits down with Verster du Plessis, co-founder of Fox&Fifth, a visual communications agency based in Surrey, UK. They discuss Verster’s journey from South Africa to the UK, his experience building a business during the pandemic, and how Fox&Fifth has adapted to the evolving needs of enterprise clients. They also delve into the challenges and rewards of...

Unlocking the Future of Property Development: Insights from Andrew Murray In this episode of The Property Funder Podcast, host Michael Dean speaks with Andrew Murray, founder of Morpheus & Co, a company specializing in interior design and property development. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the recent change in government, challenges in the property development secto...

Paths to success with Sam Castle In this episode of the Property Funder podcast, Michael Dean sits down with Sam Castle, the co-founder of TRI7, to discuss his unconventional journey from the oil trading floors to the intricacies of property trading and asset management. Sam shares insights into his career transitions, the challenges he faced, and the strategies that have driven TRI7's success. Li...

Surveyor stories with Colin Horton In this episode of the Property Funder Podcast, Michael Dean is joined by Colin Horton, a seasoned surveyor from Essex and Commercial Director of Project&Co. Colin shares his insights into the world of property valuation, the challenges and opportunities within the industry, and personal anecdotes from his varied career, including his stint on a reality TV sh...

Unlocking the Power of Diverse Minds with Jamie Waller In this episode of the Property Funder podcast, host Michael Dean speaks with Jamie Waller, an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and author. Jamie shares his journey from a challenging childhood in East London to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He discusses the impact of his dyslexia on his career, his involvement with the IMPS Motorcycle Disp...

Revolutionizing Mortgages: Long-Term Stability with Arjan Verbeek In this episode of the Property Funder podcast, host Michael Dean interviews Arjan Verbeek, the founder and CEO of Perenna Bank. They explore the innovative business model of Perenna Bank, which offers long-term fixed-rate mortgages funded by specialist bonds instead of deposits. The discussion covers the unique challenges and benef...

Making the Grade: Richard Stott's Journey in Student Property Michael Dean sits down with Richard Stott, Managing Director of the Kexgill Group, to delve into the intricacies of property investment, development, and student accommodation. The episode is choc full of fascinating insights spanning the coming election, navigating the complexities of the UK and German real estate markets, and even the...

Join host Michael Dean as he interviews Nicholas Christofi, CEO of Karis Capital. Nick shares his journey from ambitious beginner to industry leader in real estate debt finance and insurance advisory. He discusses the importance of relationships, adaptability in a changing market, and effective client retention strategies. Gain valuable insights into balancing performance and price in lending, the...

In this episode of the Property Funder Podcast, we sit down with Arnaud Loiseau, the CEO of Redpin, to discuss his company's innovative approach to simplifying cross-border property transactions. Arnaud shares insights on Redpin's mission to streamline the complex process of buying and selling second homes internationally, making it easier and less stressful for all parties involved. He also delve...

Throwing is back to James McGregor of P10 Financial Group's insightful episode where James shares his unique entrepreneurial journey, from the banking industry to the forefront of property financing and business development. McGregor details the strategic intention of his businesses, focusing on the synergy between property management, financial services, and client-centric solutions. He discusses...

In this episode of the Property Funder Podcast, Michael Dean speaks with Keith Breslauer, founder and managing partner of Patron Capital. Keith shares exciting insights into the firm's investment strategies and their secrets to success and longevity. He discusses their latest fund and the importance of local partnerships in navigating market challenges and ESG requirements. Keith also reflects on...

In this episode of the Property Funder Podcast, host Michael Dean sits down with Ghislaine Halpenny, Director of ESG and Corporate Affairs at Regal. The two discuss the significance and intricacies of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) in the property development sector. Highlights: Understanding ESG in Property Development • Ghislaine elaborates on what ESG encompasses and why it is cruc...

Navigating Finance and Development with Matthew Yassin In today's episode of the Property Funder Podcast, host Michael Dean introduces Matthew Yassin, MD of Aquilae Capital, a debt advisory firm based in Mayfair. They discuss the intricate world of structured finance and the unique approach of Aquilae Capital in the finance industry. Key Highlights - Matthew shares his journey from corporate banki...

The Modern Property Industry With Saam Lowni In this episode of the Property Funder Podcast, Michael Dean, alongside Saam Lowni of Merryoaks Finance, delve into the nuances of property finance brokerage. They discuss the distinguishing factors that set Merryoaks apart in the competitive brokerage landscape, driven by Saam's unique experience as both a lender and a property investor. Saam shares hi...

The Evolution of Real Estate Investment: A Journey with Ray Palmer In this episode of The Property Funder Podcast, host Michael Dean sits down with Ray Palmer, Chairman of Fiera Real Estate. Ray shares his inspiring journey from starting out as a principal negotiator at 16 to shaping the landscape of property investment in the UK. Tune in as Ray delves into the transformative shifts in the industr...

Blueprints & Breakthroughs with Immanuel Ezekiel In this episode of the Property Funder podcast, Michael Dean sits down with the Immanuel Ezekiel, Co-founder of Broadwing Homes and finance, and self-development leader. Emmanuel specialises in the development of flats, houses, and refurbishments across London and the Home Counties. In this episode, Immanuel shares his thoughts on the property l...

THROWBACK THURSDAY! This week, we are throwing it back to a listener favorite episode - with Daniel Daggers, Founder of DDRE Global. A must-listen for those who want to learn more about creating your personal brand and harnessing the power of social media. BUYING LONDON SEASON 1 - Catch Daniel on the new Netflix series Buying London, airing on 1 May 2024. Connect with Daniel: Instagram: @daniel_da...

Back to where it all began! This week, we are throwing back to our very first episode with Adam Stiles, Managing Director of Helix Structured Finance. In this episode, Adam looks back over his fruitful career, sharing pearls of wisdom from the lessons he has learned along the way. Follow Michael Dean: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/propertyfunder/ Instagram: @property_funder Follow Adam Sti...

Shaping the City Fringe - An Insight with Michael Raibin In this episode, Michael Dean sits down with Michael Raibin, a pivotal figure in London's commercial real estate, particularly known for his significant contributions to the City Fringe market. Raibin shares his journey from a young real estate enthusiast to co-founding Compton, a leading leasing and investment advisory service. The discussi...

Revolutionizing Energy with Human Footsteps Laurence Kemball-Cook, CEO of Pavegen, shares his journey of developing and implementing the company's innovative energy-generating technology powered by human footsteps. Through installations worldwide, such as outside the White House and in Hong Kong, he showcases Pavegen's mission to revolutionize energy generation. Despite facing challenges along the...

Lowe-cost living In this episode of the Property Funder podcast, Michael Dean talks with Tim Lowe, the visionary entrepreneur behind the Lowe Group. Tim's venture into the property guardian space began with his struggles to find affordable housing in London, and his subsequent article series ‘Lowe Cost Living’. The Lowe Group specialises in the use of vacant buildings for social impact. This episo...

Real Estate And The Value Of Reputation In the podcast, Michael Dean interviews Daniel Minsky, Managing Director of Estate Office Property Consultants. Daniel discusses his challenging start in the real estate industry during the 2008 recession, facing numerous rejections before eventually securing a role that set the foundation for his current position. He emphasises the importance of maintaining...

In this bonus episode, host Michael Dean sits down with Rob Cohen and James Wild at Super-Prime UK to discuss Avamore's origin story, why 2024 is a great time to be starting a development and what the future of Avamore looks like.

Ashley spent his early professional life working in China in the FMCG sector and completing a Master’s degree in International Business. He then spent five years at development finance lender Regentsmead progressing through the business to become Joint Head. Ashley has overseen just short of £400m of development funds deployed into UK residential projects and has amassed a wealth of development fi...