Real Commercial Propcast

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Business owner? New investor? Get the inside scoop on commercial property buying and leasing directly from the experts. In this podcast, Tessa Ng and David Storey interview industry specialists to get you the insights and give you the advantage so you're ready to make your next move. Brought to you by the #1 address for commercial property, realcommercial.com.au

Episodes

  1. 06/07/2022

    ESG and commercial property (Environmental, Social, Governance)

    “ESG” - Environmental, Social and Governance - has been a hot topic in the business world as a popular framework for managing impact. Across the board, landlords, tenants and investors alike are asking what this means for commercial property. This week, Tessa and David chat to Sameer Chopra, Head of Research, Pacific and ESG Asia Pacific at CBRE. Sameer walks them through how the ESG framework allows people to look for opportunities to make a positive contribution, and how these can be leveraged for a better investment. Sameer highlights the knock on positive impacts of energy efficiency to profit margins, price realisation and occupancy rates, how this can help future-proof assets for future regulatory change and how this differs across various asset classes. To stay on top of the factors affecting commercial property, head to https://www.realcommercial.com.au/news/latest-news. The information featured in this podcast is of a general nature only and does not consider your personal objectives, financial situation or particular needs. We recommend that you obtain independent advice before taking action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min

  2. 05/31/2022

    Market Trends 2022

    No one can predict the future, but trend analysis and monitoring the market can help you make the most educated decisions possible. This week’s guest is Anne Flaherty, realcommercial.com.au’s very own economist who has 10 years of experience in property economics and influential industry commentator. Talking to Tessa and David, she discusses where we might expect to see the continued influence of COVID, the impacts of population change in different regions and the increasing value of sustainability. Read more of Anne's analysis at https://www.realcommercial.com.au/news/latest-news. The information featured in this podcast is of a general nature only and does not consider your personal objectives, financial situation or particular needs. We recommend that you obtain independent advice before taking action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min

  3. 05/24/2022

    The future of retail

    There’s no doubt that the pandemic has altered how we shop, with the expansion of online shopping offerings through lengthy lockdowns, but does that mean physical retail is dead? CBRE’s Head of Retail Leasing, Leif Olsen, shares why consumers will always want to shop in store and why suburban high streets have become the hottest property. Stay up to date on trends effecting each sector at https://www.realcommercial.com.au/news/latest-news.The information featured in this podcast is of a general nature only and does not consider your personal objectives, financial situation or particular needs. We recommend that you obtain independent advice before taking action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 min

  4. 05/17/2022

    The industrial warehouse boom

    The industrial and warehouse asset class has seen a unique growth trajectory over the last few years, but how has it defied the volatility that has shaken the broader market? David & Tessa are joined by Sass Baleh, CBRE’s Head of Industrial and Logistics Research and Director of Research for NSW to unpick the influences on this asset class.  They talk about the demand generated by e-commerce and the popularity of explosion of delivery, the market factors that might influence rent growth and lease stability, and why this trend toward increased demand and low stock looks set to continue. Get more information on asset classes at https://www.realcommercial.com.au/news/latest-news.The information featured in this podcast is of a general nature only and does not consider your personal objectives, financial situation or particular needs. We recommend that you obtain independent advice before taking action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min

  5. 05/10/2022

    What work from home means for the office

    From dinner tables to board rooms, the future of working from home vs the return tot the office has been hotly debated, but what does this mean the future of an investment of this type or those holding leases? Colliers’ expert on office leasing, Justin Lam, speaks to Tessa and David about the trends in the market. He discusses while offices will remain relevant but how the best properties of this type for a business or an investor might not be what or where you expect. Keep reading more on the latest news for the commercial property sector at https://www.realcommercial.com.au/news/latest-news.The information featured in this podcast is of a general nature only and does not consider your personal objectives, financial situation or particular needs. We recommend that you obtain independent advice before taking action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min

  6. 05/03/2022

    Future proof your lease

    It’s been a tumultuous time for many a business over the pandemic, but some businesses fared better than others based on their ability to adapt, transform or pivot their business as necessary. Did you know this can be enabled or restricted by the terms of your lease? Tessa and David chat to Theo Smyrniotis, a partner at Knight Frank with 25-years experience in a range of real estate disciplines in Australia and internationally, to talk about future-proofing your lease and the easiest wins for you in your negotiation. Still hungry for more tips on leasing? Check out www.realcommercial.com.au/news/leasing. The information featured in this podcast is of a general nature only and does not consider your personal objectives, financial situation or particular needs. We recommend that you obtain independent advice before taking action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min

  7. 04/26/2022

    Negotiating a lease and the benefits of a tenant representative

    After staff, the second biggest cost in business is typically the property lease, yet most tenants try to negotiate this all on their own. Tessa and David sit down with Sarah Hughes, an industry-leading tenant advisor from Colliers, and talk about common mistakes business owners make, opportunities they miss and why a tenant representative can help you get the most out of a contract. For more tips and news on leasing, get the insights at  www.realcommercial.com.au/news/leasing.The information featured in this podcast is of a general nature only and does not consider your personal objectives, financial situation or particular needs. We recommend that you obtain independent advice before taking action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    13 min

  8. 04/19/2022

    Finding the right property for your business

    Has your side hustle become your main hustle and you’ve outgrown your home office? Or has COVID changed your business needs when it comes to space? Mel Pikos, managing partner of Tactic Property an independent leasing advisory firm, talks to David and Tessa this week about everything a business manager needs to know to find the right property. Mel gets into the detail of where to start when considering leasing vs buying, understanding incentives, fit outs and more. Stay in touch with the latest tips for small business at https://www.realcommercial.com.au/news/small-business.The information featured in this podcast is of a general nature only and does not consider your personal objectives, financial situation or particular needs. We recommend that you obtain independent advice before taking action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    20 min

  9. 04/12/2022

    Responsibilities as a Landlord

    There's more to owning an investment property than just buying it. Once you've bought, you take on the responsibility of being a landlord. Ingrid Filmer, CEO of Burgess Rawson and leading expert in commercial and retail management, talks to us about who pays for what, what COVID hangovers might exist in the market, the role of a property manager and the value of local knowledge. Keep up to date on the key news effecting business, and therefore landlords at https://www.realcommercial.com.au/news/small-business.The information featured in this podcast is of a general nature only and does not consider your personal objectives, financial situation or particular needs. We recommend that you obtain independent advice before taking action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    15 min

  10. 04/05/2022

    Top questions all investors should ask

    Sometimes you don't know what you don't know. Tessa and David interview Mark Wizel, CEO of Wizel Property Group about what investors should be asking. They cover key topics like capital growth vs cash flow, investment strategy, who your best professional allies are and what to look for in tenants. Still got questions on investing? Visit https://www.realcommercial.com.au/news/investing for more helpful articles and insights.The information featured in this podcast is of a general nature only and does not consider your personal objectives, financial situation or particular needs. We recommend that you obtain independent advice before taking action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min

  11. 04/05/2022

    Types of commercial property

    With so much variety in the market, investing in commercial property can feel a bit daunting. George Davies, an expert in retail and office spaces from Colliers, chats to Tessa and David about the options when investing in commercial property. He covers the average returns, tenanted investments, land value and the general pros and cons of each asset class. Finally, he weighs in on his current pick of the market. Check out more guides and advice on investing at https://www.realcommercial.com.au/news/investing.The information featured in this podcast is of a general nature only and does not consider your personal objectives, financial situation or particular needs. We recommend that you obtain independent advice before taking action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 min

  12. 04/04/2022

    Commercial property investing 101

    Investing in property is a no-brainer for many, but most people think of residential before they consider commercial property. In our debut episode, Tessa and David get the 101 on investing from Yosh Mendis, an expert from Burgess Rawson. He explains why you might consider commercial property, what the common investment strategies are and who they're right for. He also covers what market factors are important, key terms and the state of the market now. Need more info on investing? Read all about it at https://www.realcommercial.com.au/news/investing. The information featured in this podcast is of a general nature only and does not consider your personal objectives, financial situation or particular needs. We recommend that you obtain independent advice before taking action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min
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Business owner? New investor? Get the inside scoop on commercial property buying and leasing directly from the experts. In this podcast, Tessa Ng and David Storey interview industry specialists to get you the insights and give you the advantage so you're ready to make your next move. Brought to you by the #1 address for commercial property, realcommercial.com.au

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