In this episode of The Property Funder Podcast, host Michael Dean sits down with Jonathan Vandermolen, CEO of Vandermolen Real Estate, to discuss his four-decade career in the property industry. From starting in estate agency to transitioning into investment and development, Jonathan shares key insights into navigating economic cycles, distressed property opportunities, and the evolving challenges of the UK planning system. They dive into market trends, the impact of reckless lending, and the importance of building strong relationships with lenders. Whether you're an investor, developer, or property professional, this episode is packed with lessons on how to adapt, grow, and thrive in a volatile market.

Guest: Jonathan Vandermolen

Guest Socials: www.vandermolenre.co.uk

Sponsored by:

J3 Advisory

https://j3advisory.co.uk

Avamore Capital

https://avamorecapital.com

In part two of our conversation with Callum Taylor, we explore the evolving dynamics of the workplace, business challenges for young entrepreneurs, and the state of the property lending market. From debating the pros and cons of hybrid working to diving into the complexities of property finance, Callum shares candid insights on business, resilience, and his experiences in the mortgage and bridging space. He also reflects on the importance of building strong client relationships and offers advice to his younger self.

Guest: Callum Taylor

Guest Socials:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/callum-taylor-aa496a60/

https://portway-finance.co.uk/

Sponsored by:

J3 Advisory

https://j3advisory.co.uk

Avamore Capital

https://avamorecapital.com

In this episode of The Property Fund Podcast, we sit down with Callum Taylor, founder of Portway Finance, to discuss his unconventional journey into property finance. Callum shares how a chance interaction on the golf course shifted his career from accountancy to brokering, the challenges of breaking into the industry with no prior knowledge, and the lessons he learned while climbing the ranks.

We also dive into the realities of working in a fast-paced, high-pressure brokerage, the importance of branding in finance, and how Callum built and scaled his own brokerage business. If you're looking for insights into property finance, brokering, or starting your own firm, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

Guest: Callum Taylor

Guest Socials:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/callum-taylor-aa496a60/

https://portway-finance.co.uk/

Sponsored by:

J3 Advisory

https://j3advisory.co.uk

Avamore Capital

https://avamorecapital.com