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.
Lets Talk is brought to you by Citylets in association with ARLA Propertymark Scotland.
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A Brief Overview of Lar Housing Trust and its Structure
In episode 92, Ann Leslie, CEO of Lar Housing Trust, discusses the completion of the St Kentigern’s Rope Walk development in Edinburgh, including the challenges of working with a historical building and Lar’s commitment to sustainability. We explore Lar’s group structure, its partnership with RSBi to support social enterprises, and how they balance affordability with financial sustainability. Ann also shares insights into Lar’s recent and upcoming developments, her views on the mid-market rent landscape in Scotland, and advice for women balancing career and family life.
Navigating the Build to Rent Sector: Insights from Louise Amos of Lismore Asset Management
In episode 91, Louise Amos, Director of Lismore Asset Management, shares insights from her extensive career in the property industry, focusing on Lismore's specialised services, including Build to Rent (BTR) consultancy. Louise discusses the challenges facing BTR development in Scotland, the impact of recent legislative changes, and strategies to attract investment back into the sector. She also highlights Lismore's unique approach to property management, consultancy, and collaboration with companies like Urban Bubble.
Transforming Housing: Innovations and Initiatives with Daryl McIntosh of Share
Episode 90 of Lets Talk features Daryl McIntosh, CEO of Share, talking about the organisation's recent ventures and initiatives. Daryl discusses Share's expansion into the private rented sector, the creation of a learning portal for tenants, and the launch of a mentoring program to support the Scottish housing industry. He also discusses the benefits of the new Scottish Factoring Network and its impact on the housing sector.
Exploring the Private Sector Leasing Scheme with Lizzie McGhie of Link Housing Group
Episode 89 features Lizzie McGhie, Lettings Negotiator with C~urb PSL (Private Sector Leasing) part of Link Housing Group, highlighting its benefits for both landlords and tenants. Lizzie shares her background and journey to her current role, addresses landlord concerns, and explains the property criteria and effective regions for PSL. She also outlines the steps for landlords interested in joining the scheme. Tune in to learn how PSL is making a positive impact on the housing market.
Advantages of Using a Letting Agent, the Current Market and Belvoir Edinburgh, with Sophie Strand
Episode 88 features Sophie Strand, Director of Business Development at Belvoir Edinburgh. Sophie shares insights from her career in high-profile property companies and her current role at Belvoir. She discusses the core values that guide Belvoir Edinburgh and the advantages of their franchise model. Sophie explains the benefits of using a letting agent, the essential steps to ensure a property is compliant and habitable, and how agents keep up with legal changes. This episode also covers Edinburgh’s current rental market and the effects of political and economic factors on the property sector.
