Best EPC Groups Podcasts (2025)

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EPCs, MEES and the future of renting with Damian Thompson of Nationwide 26:25

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In this episode of The LandlordZONE, hosts Nigel Lewis and Eddie Hooker sit down with Damian Thompson, Director of Landlord at Nationwide, to unpack the future of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and what they really mean for landlords. With looming MEES changes, mounting upgrade costs, and a tangle of grants, loans and exemptions, the episod…

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5 top tips for a successful tenancy with resolution expert Suzy Hershman 28:28

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In this episode of The LandlordZONE podcast, Nigel Lewis and Paul Shamplina are joined by Suzy Hershman, Resolution Department Lead at mydeposits and Property Redress. We tap into Suzy’s 17 years of experience in complaint handling and negotiation to offer five essential tips every landlord should follow – from setting expectations at move-in to ca…

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Legislation, letting agents and landlords: Insights from industry leader Theresa Wallace 25:37

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In this episode of The LandlordZONE podcast, Nigel Lewis and Paul Shamplina are joined by Theresa Wallace, Co-founder and Chair of The Lettings Industry Council and Compliance Director at Savills. With over 30 years’ experience, Theresa is one of the most influential voices in the private rented sector — championing higher standards and driving cha…

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Renting revealed: Unpacking Total Property's 2024 survey 20:06

7M ago20:06

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In this special episode of The LandlordZONE, host Nigel Lewis sits down with Eddie Hooker, CEO of private rented sector experts Total Property, to unpack the results of the 2024 Total Property Survey. With insights from nearly 3,500 landlords, tenants, and agents, this survey reveals the biggest challenges and trends shaping the rental market. From…

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From passion to President: A conversation with Angharad Trueman 31:12

7M ago31:12

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In this episode of The LandlordZONE, Group Lettings Director for Andrews Property Group and President of ARLA Propertymark, Angharad Trueman, joins Nigel Lewis and Eddie Hooker to share her inspiring journey in the world of property. Tune in to find out about Angharad’s work championing the representation of women in property, what it takes to succ…

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What does it take to be a successful landlord in the new regime? 25:09

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In this first episode of the LandlordZONE, we talk to lawyer turned self-managing landlord, Suzanne Smith, founder of The Independent Landlord blog and co-host of a weekly podcast called Good Landlording. Hosted by Nigel Lewis, Head of Content at LandlordZONE and Paul Shamplina, founder of Landlord Action, this podcast explores what it takes to be …

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Should landlords be worried about the new Labour government? 43:29

1y ago43:29

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In this ‘election special’ episode of The Property Cast, we look beyond the initial flurry of activity to the longer-term impact of the new Labour government on landlords, with special guest, Sean Hooker, Head of Redress at the Property Redress Scheme. Sean takes an active interest in politics in both his professional and personal life, meeting reg…

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Unpacking the year’s top property stories 2023 29:00

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In our final episode of 2023, we unpack the year’s top property stories. Our special guest, award-winning property journalist Nigel Lewis, has for the past three years been providing hot off the press property news and insights for the rental sector as LandlordZONE’s Head of Content. A ‘perfect storm’ of factors led to 2023 being the year we reache…

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Renters (Reform) Bill: How will the changes to evictions affect landlords? 30:12

2y ago30:12

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In this episode of The Property Cast, Eddie and Paul are joined by special guest Paul Sowerbutts, Head of Legal at Landlord Action, to discuss how the proposed changes to evictions will affect landlords. How will scrapping Section 21 really impact tenancies and, given the delay in implementing the changes proposed under the Renters (Reform) Bill, w…

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The Renters (Reform) Bill – what do the experts think? 25:56

2+ y ago25:56

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In this bonus episode of The Property Cast, Sean Hooker, Head of Redress at the Property Redress Scheme and Kate Faulkner OBE, one of the UK's leading property experts, explore their thoughts on the much anticipated Renters (Reform) Bill. Is it the game changer it is being billed as, and how will it make a difference to redressing the balance betwe…

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Propertymark’s perspective on lettings 33:35

2+ y ago33:35

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In this episode of The Property Cast, Eddie is joined by Sean Hooker, Head of Redress at the Property Redress Scheme and special guest - a big hitter in the property market - Nathan Emerson, CEO of Propertymark, the leading membership body for property agents. With the private rented sector about to go through the biggest reform in 20 years, we exp…

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The latest lettings legislation for landlords 55:48

2+ y ago55:48

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In this in-depth private rented sector legislation special, Eddie and Paul are joined by David Smith, head of property litigation at JMW Solicitors. The discussion kicks off with the recent landmark Rakusen v Jepsen rent repayment order case, where David represented the NRLA and which, he explains, highlights how the interpretation of legislation c…

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Investing in buy to let in 2023 36:49

2+ y ago36:49

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In this episode of The Property Cast, Eddie and Paul are joined by Richard Donnell, Executive Director at Zoopla. Drawing on Zoopla’s latest data and Richard’s expertise, the trio explore the most important trends in the housing market, sharing their predictions for buy to let in 2023 and what they mean for landlords looking to invest or divest. As…

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Top property stories of 2022 38:15

2+ y ago38:15

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In this episode of the property cast, Eddie and Paul are joined by Nigel Lewis - award-winning property journalist and Editor in Chief at LandlordZONE, the most visited landlord news website in the UK. As we approach the end of an extraordinary year characterised by economic turmoil and political uncertainty, Eddie, Paul and Nigel explore the impac…

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Demystifying damp, mould and condensation for landlords and agents 24:48

3y ago24:48

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In this episode of The Property Cast, we discuss the myriad of issues surrounding damp, mould and condensation – a common problem for landlords and letting agents alike. To explore this topic, Sean Hooker, Head of Redress at the Property Redress Scheme, steps into Eddie’s shoes as host alongside Paul Shamplina, founder of Landlord Action and COO of…

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An agent’s take on the future of the PRS 30:58

3y ago30:58

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In this episode of Hamilton Fraser’s Property Podcast, Eddie and Paul are joined by Maxine Fothergill, President of the leading membership body for property agents, ARLA Propertymark. The trio discuss the topical issue of rental reform and ROPA, delving into the detail of what lies ahead for agents and landlords, and how the industry should respond…

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Navigating soaring energy bills and the cost of living crisis 39:38

3y ago39:38

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In this episode of Hamilton Fraser’s Property Podcast, Eddie and Paul welcome energy expert and Head of Tenancy Services at Goodlord, Rik Smith. Drawing on his in-depth knowledge of the residential energy market, Rik cuts through the jargon to explain what is happening in the energy market at large, revealing the real reasons why the majority of pe…

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PRS Legislation – what do landlords and agents need to know? 33:15

3+ y ago33:15

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In this episode of Hamilton Fraser’s Property Podcast, we discuss how landlords and agents can stay on top of their legal obligations. Landlords now have to meet 168 rules and regulations to let a property legally, but what are the latest legislative updates that landlords and agents need to know about? And what challenges and opportunities lie ahe…

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Decarbonising the rented sector – what do landlords need to know? 31:33

3+ y ago31:33

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Eddie Hooker, CEO of Hamilton Fraser, Paul Shamplina, Founder of Landlord Action & COO of Hamilton Fraser are joined by Special guest Ben Beadle, CEO of the NRLA. EPC rules are changing and standards are likely to continue to increase in line with the Government’s legal commitment to cut greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050. So what is the …

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The Future of Lettings (2021) 28:28

4y ago28:28

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In this episode of Hamilton Fraser’s Property Podcast, Eddie and Paul are joined by special guest, leading property expert, market analyst and commentator, Kate Faulkner, to discuss the biggest changes landlords can expect to see over the short to medium term and explore what landlords can do now to navigate the future of lettings successfully. Edd…

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Happy 25th Birthday Hamilton Fraser and the private rented sector 24:52

4y ago24:52

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In this episode of Hamilton Fraser’s Property Podcast, the tables are turned as Eddie and Paul are joined by their host, journalist and broadcaster, Ian Collins, to celebrate twenty-five years of Hamilton Fraser and the private rented sector. How has Hamilton Fraser helped to shape and influence the sector over the last quarter of a century? And wh…

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Hybrid Work? Pajamas on Zoom? Explain! 13:00

4y ago13:00

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In this episode, we will go over Hybrid Workplaces. This is to ensure you understand what the future holds for the common workplace. To gain insight on how EPC Group can help you with establishing a Hybrid Workplace. Book us now at www.EPCgroup.netBy EPC Group

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Digital Transformation? PART TWO! 10:10

4y ago10:10

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In this week's episode, we will give the introduction to Digital Transformation PART TWO where we discuss various Microsoft Tools that can help you in the modern-day digital evolution. For more information about EPC Group, feel free to reach us at www.epcgroup.net!By EPC Group

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What is Digital Transformation? 8:11

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In this week's episode, we will give the introduction to Digital Transformation in a 2 part series to help you. For more information about EPC Group, feel free to reach us at www.epcgroup.net!By EPC Group

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Being Assured with Azure! 8:22

4y ago8:22

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This episode will discuss an in-depth view of Microsoft Azure. Its business plans and the benefits this has for your company. For more information about EPC Group, feel free to reach us at www.epcgroup.net!By EPC Group

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Microsoft 365 9:00

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This episode will discuss the name change of Office 365 to Microsoft 365. Its business plans and the benefits this has for your company. For more information about EPC Group, feel free to reach us at www.epcgroup.net!By EPC Group

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Microsoft Teams Vs. Slack 11:33

4y ago11:33

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Here's why Microsoft Teams has an edge over Slack and what you need to know to evaluate it against its rivals. This is my viewpoint on the topic and will go over all the provided features of both programs. For more information about EPC Group, feel free to reach us at www.epcgroup.net!By EPC Group

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Caught between a rock and a hardening insurance market 32:27

4+ y ago32:27

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In this episode of Hamilton Fraser’s Property Podcast, Eddie and Paul are joined by special guest, Steve Barnes, Associate Director at Hamilton Fraser Total Landlord Insurance, to discuss the causes of the current hardening insurance market and what landlords can do to mitigate any problems with their portfolio. Eddie, Paul and Steve delve into wha…

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Landlords, agents and tenants survey the sector 33:59

4+ y ago33:59

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Hamilton Fraser’s Property Podcast is back for the first podcast of 2021. After what was a testing year, Eddie and Paul discuss the changing nature of the sector, and what the year ahead likely has in store for landlords, including how to navigate any hurdles along the way. Eddie and Paul are re-joined a year on by Matt Hooker and Nick Hamatsos, Co…

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Let’s wrap it up (2020 property round up) 33:51

4+ y ago33:51

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And just like that, the year is over! In what has been a strange and tumultuous year to say the least, Eddie and Paul sprinkle some festive property magic into the last Hamilton Fraser property podcast of 2020. Eddie and Paul reflect on the lows, highs and everything in-between as they examine the unprecedented, bizarre and at times frankly unbelie…

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Landlords, lenders and mortgages – how can you secure the best deal? 28:56

4+ y ago28:56

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In the latest episode of Hamilton Fraser’s property podcast, Eddie and Paul are joined by special guest, Daniel Lee, a Mortgage Broker at Total Landlord Mortgages, Hamilton Fraser’s latest property product. With over 20 years’ experience in the industry, Daniel explains that, irrespective of whether you are a budding new landlord or an existing lan…

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From the frontline of mediation (tenant troubles, rent arrears and resolution) 31:47

5y ago31:47

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In the latest episode of Hamilton Fraser’s property podcast, Eddie and Paul are joined by special guest, Steve Bowen, a Mediator at the Property Redress Scheme with over 40 years’ experience in the property industry, and an experienced landlord himself. With courts closed for six months during the first COVID-19 lockdown, landlords face an uphill b…

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A property investment pandemic - where have all the good ones gone? 38:06

5y ago38:06

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In the latest episode, Eddie and Paul are joined virtually by their special guest, Jonathan Schuman, an established portfolio landlord with 400 properties under management. With extensive expertise in the property industry, Jonathan provides his unique insights into growing a large-scale diverse portfolio of residential, commercial and retail prope…

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Landlords Stronger Together 36:37

5+ y ago36:37

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In a lockdown podcast special, Eddie and Paul are joined (virtually) by Ben Beadle, the chief executive of the new National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) to discuss the merger between the National Landlords Association (NLA) and the Residential Landlords Association (RLA). In these unprecedented times Eddie, Paul, and Ben discuss a numbe…

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The Evolution of Deposit Alternatives 30:09

5+ y ago30:09

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In the first podcast of 2020, Eddie and Paul are joined by the Co-Founders of deposit replacement scheme, Ome, Matt Hooker and Nick Hamatsos, who discuss a new style of deposit scheme that aims to help bring greater choice to the market. Deposit alternatives, also known as deposit replacement schemes, have emerged due to the evolving nature of the …

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Brexit and beyond! Our yearly round up (2019) 32:09

5+ y ago32:09

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In the final podcast of 2019, Eddie and Paul put the world to rights with a comprehensive round-up of what has happened within the private rented sector (PRS) this year. With a general election on the horizon before the end of the year, Eddie and Paul discuss how each of the political parties could impact on the housing sector should they come into…

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Chaos Theory! What’s next for the private rented sector? 30:32

6y ago30:32

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In this month’s podcast Eddie and Paul are joined by Head of Redress at the Property Redress Scheme, Sean Hooker, who discusses his recent blog ‘Chaos Theory! Changes, changes, what’s next for the property world?’ With the political environment in a state of flux, Eddie, Paul and Sean attempt to decode the confusion surrounding legislation in the p…

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The Landlord’s Friend 31:23

6y ago31:23

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In this month’s podcast, Eddie and Paul are joined by property market analysist, commentator and co-author of ‘The Landlord’s Friend’, Kate Faulkner. After the success of the first edition of ‘The Landlord’s Friend’ book in 2015, Kate and Paul have joined forces once again to release an updated edition for 2019, focused on how landlords can make th…

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The Residential Laws of the Land 30:56

6y ago30:56

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In this month’s podcast Eddie and Paul are joined by special guest, residential property lawyer and Managing Director of Landlord Law, Tessa Shepperson. Tessa started Landlord Law, a website dedicated to providing landlords with information on their legal rights and obligations, in 2001 and has been providing content and advice ever since. This inc…

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Taxing times – decoding property tax in 2019 30:25

6+ y ago30:25

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In April's podcast, Eddie and Paul are joined by their first guest of the year, Tony Gimple the Founding Director of Less Tax 4 Landlords. After appearing in Hamilton Fraser’s first tax podcast ‘Tony’s Tips on Tackling Tax’ in 2017, Tony is back to discuss industry changes, his top tax tips and where he sees the industry heading. Tony has an extens…

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Make Landlording Great Again in 2019 30:33

6+ y ago30:33

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In a New Year special Eddie takes the reins in leading the first podcast of the year with Paul as his special guest. After a year of change within the property industry, Paul & Eddie review 2018 and preview 2019 for landlords. Landlords & letting agents experienced multiple changes throughout 2018 including the Homeless Reduction Act, gas safety ch…

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Should I Buy or Should I Wait? 31:13

7y ago31:13

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In the latest podcast in the series, Paul & Eddie are joined by the Principal of Jeremy Leaf & Co Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents, Jeremy Leaf who discusses his expertise in the property industry. Jeremy, Paul and Eddie discuss whether you should buy or wait in the current climate and tackle topics such as Brexit, top tips for first-time buye…

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’Zero to Hero’ - Landlord Story 28:37

7y ago28:37

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In the latest podcast in the series, Paul and Eddie are joined by property educator, investor and landlord, Arden Hanley who discusses his ‘Zero to Hero’ story. Arden talks about how he started out as a landlord, how he operates and the top tips you should consider when becoming a portfolio landlord. As always, Paul and Eddie take a look at sector …

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View from Westminster 29:35

7+ y ago29:35

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Our latest podcast hosted by Paul and Eddie sees them re-joined by the Head of the Property Redress Scheme, Sean Hooker, as they give an update from Westminster. With the rental market experiencing a number of changes Paul, Eddie and Sean investigate what this really means for the sector and they also discuss a number of consultations influencing t…

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Panorama: Evicted for No Reason - Debrief Special 32:30

7+ y ago32:30

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This month Paul and Eddie help to demystify the world of eviction, with a special focus on deciding on whether to pursue a Section 21 or Section 8 notice, following Paul’s appearance on BBC’s Panorama: Evicted for No Reason. Listen to Paul’s review of the episode including a discussion on the changing rental climate and the end of ‘no fault’ ground…

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What’s next for tenancy deposit protection? 49:24

7+ y ago49:24

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In our latest podcast, Paul and Eddie are joined by the new Head of Tenancy Deposit Protection, Kate Mutter-Bowen. With years of experience in the insurance industry, Kate provides her knowledge of the sector and also discusses the changing times for tenancy deposit protection – including the challenges and opportunities on the horizon for deposit …

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The Landlord Redress Low-down 34:14

8y ago34:14

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Our latest podcast hosted by Paul and Eddie sees the Head of the Property Redress Scheme, Sean Hooker, discuss the recent announcements by Sajid Javid at the Conservative Party Conference on 1st October. Here, Mr Javid announced plans to make it compulsory for landlords to be a member of a redress scheme, as well as the call to ‘regulate’ all letti…

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James Davis, Upad CEO: Successful Self-Management 33:01

8y ago33:01

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Successful Self-Management – Paul Shamplina, CEO of HF Eddie Hooker and special guest; CEO of Upad, James Davis Our latest podcast hosted by Paul and Eddie sees Upad CEO, James Davis, discuss the current market as experienced by self-managing landlords. Listen as they dive in and explain some key trends both Upad and mydeposits found in their lates…

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Simon Zutshi: Property Investment 101 32:39

8y ago32:39

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In our podcast hosted by Paul Shamplina and Eddie the are guys joined by Director of the Property Investors Network Simon Zutshi. In this episode they discuss property investment with Simon where he shares his expert tips on how to learn and what to look for when investing in a property. As usual they discuss the latest news and also ask Simon our …

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#AskShamps Ep2 7:16

8y ago7:16

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Founder of Landlord Action and Hamilton Fraser Brand Ambassador Paul Shamplina is back in his role as your landlord agony aunt, ready to answer your burning questions! Wondering if you can evict your existing tenant if a new tenant could pay more rent? Perhaps you feel your agent may have lost you a great tenant? Maybe you’re looking at the possibi…