By Saffron for Intermediaries
The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.
In this episode the panel discuss, in detail, the benefits of self-build and custom build homes. Joining host Jay, and Tony are podcast regular, Phil Lawford from Saffron for Intermediaries.
In this incredibly educational podcast, Lisa talks of her experience as a self-builder, whilst Tony discusses his ongoing work with NaCSBA to educate home buyers to let them know how they can become part of the next generation of home builders. The panel also discuss the issues with planning and the need for planning reform. Can the new government move fast enough to make self and custom build homes an increasing part of the property ecosystem?
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A brand new series and a brand new era for SFI (not so) LIVE as we launch our video version of the podcast available on Spotify every month.
Would you like to be a guest on our podcast? If so, please contact Host and Producer, Jay Evans on [email protected].
Joining host Jay, and Tony are podcast regular, Holly Andrews from Saffron for Intermediaries, Bhavika Gohil from Sai Finance and Dave Butler from Legal and General.
The panel begin by discussing the power and importance of mortgage protection - a topic not discussed in the media when talking about the impact of the cost of living crisis.
The panel also discuss the slow British buying process and the Bank of England's rate drop.
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A brand new series and a brand new era for SFI (not so) LIVE as we launch our video version of the podcast available on Spotify every month.
Would you like to be a guest on our podcast? If so, please contact Host and Producer, Jay Evans on [email protected].
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Brought to you by Saffron for Intermediaries | Saffron Building Society
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Anna Sagar, Deputy Editor of Mortgage Solutions and Rahul Nath from London & Country Mortgages join Jay and Tony this month. In Phil's absence, Lee Williams also joins the panel too.
The panel discuss the aftermath of the election and analyse the promises and commitments made by the new Government. These include:
- Stamp Duty
- 1.5m Homes
- Renters RIGHTS bill
- Term Funding
and a whole lot more besides.
It's more than just politics, the panel discuss the impact the policies will have on home buyers, the markets, renters and landlords.
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A brand new series and a brand new era for SFI (not so) LIVE as we launch our video version of the podcast available on Spotify every month.
Would you like to be a guest on our podcast? If so, please contact Host and Producer, Jay Evans on [email protected].
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Brought to you by Saffron for Intermediaries | Saffron Building Society
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A brand new series and a brand new era for SFI (not so) LIVE as we launch our video version of the podcast available on Spotify every month.
Would you like to be a guest on our podcast? If so, please contact Host and Producer, Jay Evans on [email protected].
Anna Sagar, Deputy Editor of Mortgage Solutions joins Tony, Phil and Jay this month. Following a cancellation, Anna joined the panel last minute and on the same day Rishi Sunak announced a snap, Summer election the timing could have not been better,
Take a listen as the panel discuss the implications of the election announcement, what to expect over the next 6 weeks, how it will affect the mortgage and property markets and what brokers can do to manage their customers / client relationships.
The panel also discuss what they want to see in the manifestos and what the parties need to do to ensure housing is one of the biggest priorities of the next administration.
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A brand new series and a brand new era for SFI (not so) LIVE as we launch our video version of the podcast available on Spotify every month.
Would you like to be a guest on our podcast? If so, please contact Host and Producer, Jay Evans on [email protected].
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Brought to you by Saffron for Intermediaries | Saffron Building Society
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In conversation with Tony and Jay is the incredibly knowledgable and insightful Martin Reynolds, CEO at SimplyBiz and Chairmain on FIBA.
Join Tony Hall and host Jay Evans as they discuss all things self-build, custom build, and development finance with Martin covering planning reform, definitions of what each sector means for brokers, how each sector can improve the property market and the benefits to homeowners (including first-time buyers).
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A brand new series and a brand new era for SFI (not so) LIVE as we launch our video version of the podcast available on Spotify every month.
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Brought to you by Saffron for Intermediaries | Saffron Building Society
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In conversation with Tony, Phil and Jay is Editor of Specialist Lending Solutions and Deputy Editor of Mortgage Solutions Anna Sagar.
Join Tony Hall, Phil Lawford and host Jay Evans as they discuss the "pre-election" budget that didn't feel like a "pre-election budget" and what it means for homebuyers, homeowners, the property market and wider society.
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A brand new series and a brand new era for SFI (not so) LIVE as we launch our video version of the podcast available on the Saffron for Intermediaries YouTube channel and on Spotify.
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To celebrate our new format and new season of SFI (not so) LIVE we are joined by Rachel Geddes who operates the City of London branch of the Mortgage Advice Bureau. A successful and passionate broker, especially in the buy-to-let market.
Join Tony Hall, Phil Lawford and host Jay Evans as they look past the doom-mongering in the media and analyse what is ACTUALLY happening in the UK buy-to-let mortgage market - which would appear to be a lot more positive.
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A brand new series and a brand new era for SFI (not so) LIVE as we launch our video version of the podcast available on the Saffron for Intermediaries YouTube channel and on Spotify.
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What is complex lending? If you have been reading the recent news in the mortgage press you may have seen talk of complex lending. But what is it? What does it mean for brokers and borrowers? What situations, products and scenarios does it support?
These are the questions pondered and discussed on the podcast this month, with host Jay Evans, regular panelist Tony Hall and a brief visit by Phil Lawford and our guest expert, Lee Williams.
Find out why Saffron has adaopted Complex Lending, and is looking to add an additional category for mortgage lenders based on the modern day market.
**Special Announcement**
SFI (not so) LIVE is moving into the studio.
From March 2024, you will be able to watch as well as listen to our podcast as we embrace a new 4K Studio format. Audio podcasts will remain wherever you listen to us. But from March, you can watch us on Spotify, YouTube and other video platforms.
Follow Saffron for Intermediaries to keep up to date.
Welcome to the first episode of SFI (not so) LIVE of 2024.
In this episode Jay Evans, Tony Hall and Phil Lawford are joined once again by legal expert and podcast favoruite, Perdip Kaur Bhachu from Blacks Solicitors LLP.
Among the topics discussed is the Renters Reform Bill, EPC ratings, new build housing quality, self and custom build and much more.
Perdip provided a very detailed and informative run down of the legal status for buy-to-let landlords too - you will find the 30 minute analysis at the end of the podcast.
Enjoy!
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The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.