{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/668cf190d6a41d01e73b3ad6/692010d0d35aa096b58bcd21?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"From Architecture to £1.5K per Sq Ft London Sites using Smart JV Deals with Michael Langley","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/668cf190d6a41d01e73b3ad6/1763708943239-2cd434b6-bde1-4d27-8126-347caeecabd5.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Ready to grow your property business without the hype? Start your free two-month membership trial with This Property Life today! <a href=\"https://bit.ly/this-propertylife-memebership\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://bit.ly/this-propertylife-memebership</a></p><p>——————————————————————</p><p>In this episode of <em>This Property Life</em>, host <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahpropertyandbusiness/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Sarah Blaney</a> sits down with <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-langley-mla/?originalSubdomain=uk\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Michael Langley</a>, a small-scale property developer who has built his business through smart partnerships and a clear vision. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Learn:</strong></p><ul><li>How Michael’s architectural skills contribute to the development process</li><li>How Michael and Christian structured their JV to leverage their combined skill sets</li><li>The process Michael uses to evaluate sites, including market research and feasibility studies</li><li>How to mitigate risks related to planning, cost overruns, and managing timelines</li><li>Subcontractor management, cost of materials, and dealing with unexpected delays</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Timestamps</strong></p><p>[02:12] - Michael's transition from architecture to property development</p><p>[06:22] - Michael discusses meeting his business partner, Christian</p><p>[11:57] - How profit and project responsibilities are split in their JVs</p><p>[19:13] - Explanation of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) and their operational structure</p><p>[23:55] - The cost breakdown of building in different areas</p><p>[31:24] - Case study of their current development project in Forest Hill, London</p><p>[42:03] - Challenges in construction costs and subcontractor management</p><p>[46:34] - Planning delays and the frustrations with under-resourced planning departments</p><p>[57:26] - Stress-testing deals to ensure investor returns even with market fluctuations</p><p>[59:47] - Michael’s advice for new developers</p><p><br></p><p><strong>This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by:</strong></p><p>Visit <a href=\"https://thispropertylife.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">thispropertylife.co.uk</a> for more resources, networking events, and industry insights.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow Michael Langley Socials:</strong></p><ul><li>LinkedIn: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-langley-mla/?originalSubdomain=uk\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-langley-mla/?originalSubdomain=uk</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/mlangleyproperty/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/mlangleyproperty/</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow MLA Architecture Ltd:</strong></p><ul><li>Website: <a href=\"https://mla-architecture.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://mla-architecture.co.uk/</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/mlaarchitecture/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/mlaarchitecture/</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow Turnkey Developments Ltd:</strong></p><ul><li>Website: <a href=\"https://www.turnkey-developments.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.turnkey-developments.co.uk/</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/turnkey_developments/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/turnkey_developments/</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow This Property Life Podcast on Socials:</strong></p><ul><li>Website: <a href=\"https://thispropertylife.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://thispropertylife.co.uk/</a>&nbsp;</li></ul>","author_name":"This Property Life"}