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The 2026 Funding Reality Check: What the Big Lenders Won't Tell You
Here's the uncomfortable truth about property finance in 2026: the big lenders are telling you rates are "improving," but they're not telling you what that actually means for developers on the ground.
B Johnstone
14 hours ago7 min read


New Year, New Growth: 5 Reasons Every Property Developer Needs Mentorship in 2026
Mentorship is potentially the highest-ROI lever most developers aren’t pulling. Not because they lack ambition or capital, but because 2026 continues to evolve at pace: regulations are tightening, funding structures are more sophisticated, and margins leave little room for trial and error.
B Johnstone
Jan 165 min read


New Renters' Rights Act 2026: Are You Making These 3 Critical Investment Mistakes?
The most consequential changes to UK rental legislation in decades are landing in just a few months, and many property investors are woefully unprepared. The question you may be asking is: are you positioning yourself for success, or are you walking into avoidable pitfalls that could derail your property investment goals?
B Johnstone
Jan 96 min read


Securing Funding for UK Property Developers: Essential Property Developer Funding Tips
Investing in UK property can be a rewarding venture, but securing the right funding is often the biggest hurdle.
B Johnstone
Jan 65 min read


Autumn Budget 2025: What Property Professionals Need to Know
The most consequential property budget in recent memory has arrived. So, what exactly do property professionals need to know about the Autumn Budget 2025?
B Johnstone
Dec 5, 20254 min read


Are Traditional Property Investing Strategies Dead? Do People Still Use Buy-to-Let in 2025?
The most consequential shift in UK property investing is happening right now. Are the tried-and-tested methods that built fortunes over decades finally dead, or are savvy investors simply adapting them for a new era?
B Johnstone
Dec 4, 20255 min read


Struggling to Access Off-Market Property Deals? 7 Secrets HNW Investors Use to Source Exclusive Opportunities
The UK property market is experiencing one of its most consequential shifts in decades, with off-market deals now representing over 40% of high-value transactions in prime locations. Yet most investors, even those with significant capital, are still fighting over the same publicly listed properties that everyone else can see. You may be asking: how are sophisticated investors consistently accessing deals that never appear on Rightmove or Zoopla? The answer lies in leveraging
B Johnstone
Nov 21, 20256 min read


Possible Outcomes of the Autumn Budget 2025: Key Insights for Property Owners, Developers & Investors
The Autumn Budget 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most consequential for the UK property market in recent memory - we take you through all the potential areas that the Budget might impact on the property market.
B Johnstone
Nov 5, 20254 min read


The UK Planning System: Where Are We Now?
Over the last number of years, planning permissions and application decisions particularly in England have been showing worrying signs - What’s Causing the Delays & Low Approvals?
B Johnstone
Oct 2, 20256 min read


The Future of Property Funding: Opportunities for UK Investors and Developers
The UK property market continues to evolve, and with it the way capital flows into development projects. Property funding in the UK is a challenging yet exciting space to be in currently and we aim to explore more of these shifting trends.
B Johnstone
Sep 12, 20254 min read


Funding Options for UK Property Developers in 2025
A look at the different funding options available for property developers in 2025.
B Johnstone
Jun 17, 20253 min read


A Review of the UK’s Spring Budget 2025: Potential effects on the property market
The 2025 UK Spring Budget has introduced several measures impacting the property market. We've highlighted some of the main proposed changes from a property perspective.
B Johnstone
Apr 15, 20253 min read


The Future of UK Property Development: Trends Shaping 2025 and Beyond
We explore the future of UK Property Development Trends for 2025 and beyond.
B Johnstone
Apr 3, 20254 min read


Key Factors Influencing the UK Property Market in 2025
The UK property market is poised for an interesting year in 2025 - we take a look at the key influencing factors.
B Johnstone
Feb 18, 20253 min read


Ready, Set, Green! Embracing Green Energy - A Guide for UK Property Professionals
As the UK moves towards a more sustainable future, the integration of green energy solutions in property is at an all time high!
B Johnstone
Dec 4, 20244 min read


Autumn Budget 2024 Spotlight: The Key takeaways for property professionals
For many property professionals, it was an anxious lead up to Labour's Autumn 2024 Budget. With much speculation around who would be the...
B Johnstone
Nov 14, 20245 min read


How to Keep Your Property Development Cash Flow Afloat!
Without healthy cash flow, projects stall, debts pile up, and profitability erodes. We show you how developer's master your cash flow.
B Johnstone
Oct 15, 20247 min read


What UK Property Locations Yield the Highest Returns?
The UK property market has long been a popular investment destination but which locations potentially yield the highest returns?
B Johnstone
Oct 11, 20246 min read


Unlocking SSAS Pensions for Property Projects in the UK
Amongst the various investment vehicles available SSASs have gained popularity for providing an efficient way to invest in commercial assets
DAVID JOHNSTONE
Oct 2, 20245 min read


How to Avoid Property Project Pitfalls: A Guide for UK Property Developers and Investors
With the right knowledge and tools, you could potentially avoid some of the common property pitfalls & keep those property dreams on track.
B Johnstone
Sep 17, 20245 min read
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