This week, I sit down with Jose McClure from Unit Management, a family-run 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 flex space provider with nearly 60 years of history.

Founded by Jose's father, the company has steadily expanded over the years and now operates 22 buildings across 20 locations.

After 20 years in residential property, Jose joined the family business four years ago. He now shares what it’s like to step into a company with deep roots and navigate the fast-changing world of flex space.

In this episode, Jose dives into:

• The challenge of proving yourself in a family business
• How Unit Management unintentionally became flex space pioneers
• Why some buildings buzz with life and others just don’t ⚡🤷

He also sheds light on the not-so-glamorous side:

• The constant headache of business rates 💸
• The complexity of pricing flexible space
• The "organised chaos" that is commercial property management 🤯

Whether you're curious about the flex space industry or the shift from residential to commercial property, Jose’s story gives a candid peek behind the curtain.

Tune in for a lively chat about family, business, property, and the unpredictable world of flexible workspace! 🎧✨

JOIN THE NETWORK If you want to learn more about investing in Commercial Property (and avoid some of these heating headaches), why not consider joining the CPI Network? We're a community of active investors who collaborate, share experiences, and empower each other in our Commercial Property endeavours.

Useful Links:

Jose's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jose-manuel-mcclure-uml/

Unit Management Website: https://www.unitmanagement.co.uk/

CPI Website - https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/

Our Sponsors - https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/podcast-sponsors/

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In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on a nail-biting two-year journey that tested my resolve, creativity, and sanity...

Yep, it's the one you've been waiting for; our refinance.

We dive into:

• Our journey refinancing millions of £££s in loans 💸
• My financial wish list vs. reality check ✅
• The CFADS conundrum and why it sent us searching for new lenders 🔍

But it's not all number-crunching! We also share:

• Surviving the emotional rollercoaster of endless loan extensions 🎢
• Maintaining (or not maintaining) sanity under pressure 🧠
• The hidden toll on family life and creativity 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
• Nuggets of wisdom for fellow property investors navigating choppy financial waters.

This journey was by far one of the most challenging experiences of my business career to date. But we got what we wanted in the end, learned invaluable lessons along the way and now we're passing that knowledge on to you.

We hope this story resonates with you, whether you're facing similar challenges or just curious about the realities of property investment. If any part of this episode strikes a chord, we'd love to hear from you.

After all, we're all in this to grow, learn, and succeed. 🚀💪

JOIN THE NETWORK If you want to learn more about investing in Commercial Property, why not consider joining the CPI Network? We're a community of active investors who collaborate, share experiences, and empower each other in our Commercial Property endeavours.

Useful Links:

CPI Website - https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/

Our Sponsors - https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/podcast-sponsors/

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In this episode, Megan and I dive into a candid conversation about the key lessons we've learned over the past 18 months while managing our commercial property portfolio. And trust me, there’s been a lot to navigate.

Here’s what we discuss:

• Developing a healthy scepticism towards promises made by professionals (contractors, lawyers, accountants) and the importance of thorough due diligence 🥸🔍
• The benefits of focus - knowing when to put projects "on ice" to concentrate on top priorities, rather than trying to juggle too much
• Recognising when to bring in outside help, even if it feels challenging, in order to overcome personal roadblocks more efficiently.
• Understanding the nuances of balancing a desire for premium service/experience with financial realities and maintaining healthy margins.

As they say, every day is a school day… and that couldn’t be more true here 😅.

We hope you enjoy this honest conversation! Our goal with these episodes is to share the real-world challenges and insights we encounter day to day, believing that our transparency can help others on their own paths. So if there’s a topic you’d like us to explore - whether it’s property, business strategy, or personal growth - let us know. We'd love to hear from you.

JOIN THE NETWORK If you want to learn more about investing in Commercial Property, why not consider joining the CPI Network? We're a community of active investors who collaborate, share experiences, and empower each other in our Commercial Property endeavours.

Useful Links:

CPI Website - https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/

Our Sponsors - https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/podcast-sponsors/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.