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ATTENTION PROPERTY INVESTORS - Following the success in January, the BIG Commercial Update is back!
YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND
THE BIG
COMMERCIAL
UPDATE
8th May 2025
Online - Zoom 9.30am - 5.30pm
The commercial property landscape is changing fast, and 2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for investors. The market is presenting opportunities that savvy investors simply can’t afford to miss. Whether you’re looking to transition from residential to commercial property, expand your existing portfolio, or gain clarity on the changing market conditions, The Big Commercial Update is your ultimate guide to success in the year ahead.
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What others are saying about the last conference ....
"Suzi, that was the most amazingly useful education webinar I have experienced, Thank you soooo much."
"Thank you so much it is so much info my pen ran out of ink, my notebook has ran out of pages and I got a writers cramp!"
"Thanks Suzi. You have given so much value today and I look forward to the next conference and meeting you soon."
The BIG Commercial Property Training
The BIG Commercial Update is the only UK commercial property event that is targeted to SME investors who want to understand how to invest in commercial property profitably.
This isn’t a conference where the speakers pay lip service to the market! You will get practical insider knowledge from industry experts who are investing themselves and are helping others to do so!
The BIG Commercial Update is the only UK commercial property event that is targeted to SME investors who want to understand how to invest in commercial property profitably.
This isn’t a conference where the speakers pay lip service to the market! You will get practical insider knowledge from industry experts who are investing themselves and are helping others to do so!
8th May 2025
Online - Zoom 9.30am-5:30pm
Who is the BIG Update For?
The BIG Commercial Update has been designed for a diverse range of participants seeking to unlock the potential of commercial property investment. Whether you are a seasoned investor or taking your first steps in the realm of property investment, this online conference is tailored for you.
Here's who will benefit the most from attending:
Aspiring Property Investors
If you're looking to break into the world of property investment, this conference will provide you with the foundational knowledge and confidence to start your journey.
Experienced Real Estate Professionals
Seasoned investors and real estate experts will find advanced strategies and insights to enhance their portfolios and investment techniques.
Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
Individuals aiming to diversify their business ventures or integrate property investment into their business model will discover invaluable opportunities and networks.
Financial Advisors and Wealth Managers
If you're Professionals in financial planning and wealth management will gain deeper insights into the dynamics of property investment, enhancing their ability to advise clients effectively.
Property Developers and Builders
Professionals in financial planning and wealth management will gain deeper insights into the dynamics of property investment, enhancing their ability to advise clients effectively.
Property Developers and Builders
Professionals in financial planning and wealth management will gain deeper insights into the dynamics of property investment, enhancing their ability to advise clients effectively.
Legal and Tax Experts
Specialists in property law and taxation will find updates on the latest legal frameworks and tax implications surrounding property investment, crucial for advising their clients.
"This Window Of Opportunity In The Commercial Property Market Won’t Last Forever!"
CLAIM YOUR PLACE NOW
8th May 2025
Online - Zoom. 9.30am - 5:30pm
Why Attend
The BIG Commercial Conference?
LEARN FROM HIGHLY EXPERIENCED EXPERTS
We’ve carefully curated a must-attend agenda with keynote presentations and spotlight session from experts across the industry.
DISCOVER THE STRATEGIES THAT ARE WORKING
Hear about the latest UK and international developments and opportunities for growth.
GET INSIGHTS INTO BEST INVESTMENT PRACTICES
Share ideas with industry peers and shape the debate as your establish your organisation as a key industry player.
EXPAND YOUR NETWORK AND CONNECT WITH PEERS
Meet influential figures from across the sector including agents, developers, investors, occupiers, innovators and many more.
The BIG Commercial Conference
SPEAKER LINE UP
Suzi Carter is a Chartered Surveyor with 30 years’ experience in the commercial
property sector. She has worked for some of the UK’s largest property and
development companies and agents, including CBRE, and B&Q. Suzi’s last role in the corporate world was as Director at Land Sec PLC, which at the time was the UK’s largest REIT, and she was responsible for a shopping centre portfolio of over £2.7bn.
Suzi left the corporate world in 2015 in order to set up her property investment
company - and is now investing in both residential and commercial property.
Suzi runs The Commercial Property Academy, where she advises and mentors investors in how to get great returns from commercial property and also runs her small group mentoring programme, The Board, which fast tracks investors’ commercial property journey.
Check out Suzi’s training at https://suzicarter.com, where you can also subscribe to her weekly newsletter and download free commercial property resources.
You can also check out Suzi’s podcast ‘The Commercial Property Podcast’ on all the main streaming platforms.
With over a decade of extensive experience spanning across the dynamic landscapes of the UK, Australia, China, and the USA, Kallem Brooks has established himself as a seasoned professional in the realm of property finance. Holding the esteemed position of Associate Director at Bond Finance, Kallem brings forth a wealth of knowledge and expertise honed through years of navigating diverse property markets.
Kallem possesses a robust skill set, including a degree in Business and Marketing, fluency in both British Sign Language (BSL) and Auslan Sign Language, and accreditation as a CeMap UK qualified Finance Broker. These credentials uniquely position Kallem to adeptly meet the varied needs of clients within the property finance sector.
For over 10 years, Kevin Whelan has been helping busy employees and business owners create multiple streams of recurring income to build lasting wealth, regardless of their industry, background, or financial situation. As a director at WealthBuilders, an organisation he founded in 2019, Kevin leads a community of like-minded people who are committed to achieving financial independence and leaving a fantastic legacy.
Kevin is one of the UK's leading experts and authorities on SSAS pensions, one of the seven assets that he focuses on to help his clients grow their wealth.
Referred to as a ‘Walking Encyclopaedia’ by a mentor, Ian Walmsley MCIJ DipFD developed a passion for planning in 2015 having got fed up with inaccurate information on some websites as to what was possible with property or land that he was looking to develop.
He is a mentor, trainer, commercial drone pilot, travel geek – oh and he loves planning!
Tony's likeable personality is a big hit with clients. He has many years of experience in the property industry and has many property owner clients with portfolios in both residential and commercial properties.
Tony is fully aware of the pitfalls that property taxes can bring and what advice is needed to get your property structure in the best possible position. He also specialises in service charge accounts for leaseholders, ultimately assisting the landlords to fulfil their obligations.
Josh Munt will be talking about Insurance Desk and how their aim is to make insurance simple.
They are an independent insurance broker specialising in a wide variety of commercial insurance products, and have been providing professional advice, excellent service and competitive premiums for 15 years+.
They are not tied to one particular insurer so can approach a wide range of insurers on most risks.
Speedy, approachable and relationship based service whilst providing quick and suitable solutions.
Arthur is a specialist in Capital Allowances with over 12 years of experience, offering unparalleled expertise in maximising tax savings for commercial property owners. Through his focused practice, Arthur and his team provide professional advice and detailed illustrations to help property owners understand and utilise Capital Allowances effectively.
His firm collaborates closely with a vast network of local, national, and international surveyors, ensuring up-to-date advice on the latest legal changes affecting Capital Allowances.
Nadir is the Senior Partnership Manager at Searchland, the off-market site sourcing platform for property professionals. Searchland offers a comprehensive property and planning data platform that streamlines the acquisition of land and property across England, Wales, and Scotland.
With 5 years in the property industry under his belt, Nadir understands the pains of developers and the best way to overcome them.
Searchland have generously gifted an extended trial to all conference delegates.
Brian has been involved in commercial property finance since 2003, firstly via his company Longcross Capital where he worked with residential and commercial property investors and developers, funding transactions the whole way through the capital stack. In 2014 he founded Proplend, a FCA authorised alternative commercial property lending platform, which has to date funded over £240m commercial property loans. These loans have been funded by Proplend’s 1,900 HNW & SI clients who have earnt £30m+ of interest, 75% of which was earnt tax free via either an ISA or pension wrapper. Prior to this Brian spent 13 years working in London, Hong Kong and New York running a Foreign Exchange and Option trading desk.
Gareth is co-founder of GROW Empowered. An entrepreneur and experienced business start-up director working the PE investors in tech, construction, property and supply chain sectors. GROW has been developed by business owners for business owners to help them understand, define, implement, integrate, and manage all business and personal goals into one integrated solution to achieve their “why”.
Sue Hookey, is an Associate Account Director at CoStar Group – the global leader in Commercial Real Estate data, and also represents LoopNet – the global leader in Commercial Real Estate Online Marketplaces.
She helps support investors, brokers, lenders, institutional investors, consultants, surveyors etc with data and analytics to support their own decisions on acquisitions/disposals/asset management.
CoStar helps with identification of assets on and off market, doing due diligence and research on market trends, owners & occupiers, lease & sales events, and overall market data.
She has previously worked at Rightmove Group, Amazon UK, Yell Group and Companeo UK in Sales & Marketing, has a small residential portfolio herself.
PLUS: We will have lots of expert sponsors offering opportunities to expand your network and benefit from generous gifts and bonuses
SECURE YOUR PLACE NOW
This is your opportunity to maximise your returns from this incredible Window Of Opportunity in Commercial Investing
8th May 2025
Online - Zoom 9.30am - 5.30pm
Meet Our Event Partners
We are delighted to introduce Bond Finance as Headline Partners for the Commercial Property Conference.
Founded in 2004, Bond Finance Ltd is a whole-of-market mortgage broker dedicated to finding the best possible deals available. They offer expert advice, completely independent from all lending institutions.
Having these guys in the room to support your commercial property investing journey is going to be incredible.
Their Commercial Mortgages team consists of expert advisers and administrators, skilled at identifying and negotiating the best possible terms for commercial finance for residential, mixed use and commercial properties.
They arrange straight term finance, bridging loans, refurbishment loans, ground up developments and any combination of these.
The great thing about Bond Finance is that they are happy to look after people who are just beginning their property investment journey, or those who are seasoned professionals.
Bond's advisers have extensive experience, which inevitably means they have come across many complex and tricky situations.
This enables them to advise, with a depth of knowledge not offered by most mortgage brokers.
Also Partnered With
Meet Our Event Sponsors
At Insurance-Desk, we’re more than just an insurance brokerage. We’re your dedicated team of professionals who are passionate about protecting what matters to you most. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, we’ve become a beacon of security in the unpredictable seas of life.
Property Tax People are specialist taxation consultants and business advisors exclusively for landlords and property investors in the UK.
As a busy landlord, you know that time is money and UK property tax can be complicated. Income Tax, Corporation Tax, Value Added Tax And Stamp Duty Land tax are all taxes that could affect you and your rental portfolio, which is why you need an expert advisor on your side to keep things running smoothly
Frequently Asked Questions
1: When is the event being held?
The BIG Commercial Update is a 1 day online event, running on the 8th May 2025.
2: Where is the event being held?
We are running this event online, so it's really easy for you to access. Once you register, you'll secure your place and we'll share the event access details nearer the time.
3: Do I have to invest in commercial property already?
No. This event is perfect for residential investors interested in learning more about commercial investing, through to experienced commercial investors who want to build their portfolio.
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