How do successful commercial property investors make better decisions, reduce risk, and build predictable income?
They don't start with the deal — they start with the end goal.

In this episode of The Commercial Property Podcast, commercial property investor and mentor Suzi Carter explains why strategic planning is the missing link for many investors transitioning from residential to commercial property.

Suzi breaks down what it really means to invest strategically in commercial real estate, why clarity on your financial objectives matters more than chasing opportunities, and how the right investment structure can significantly impact cash flow, tax efficiency, and long-term returns.

This episode is essential listening for investors who want to stop reacting to deals and start building a deliberate, profitable commercial property portfolio.

• What strategic commercial property investment actually means in practice

• How to define clear financial goals and align them with the right property strategy

• The different commercial property investment structures — and why structure matters

• Why cash flow should come before development or capital growth

• How niching in commercial property can increase returns and reduce risk

• When and why to work with professional advisors to improve investment outcomes

• Start with the end in mind to avoid costly mistakes and unfocused investing

• Choosing the right ownership and investment structure can save significant time, tax, and money

• Strong, reliable cash flow should underpin every commercial property strategy

• Niching by sector or asset type creates expertise, confidence, and scalability

• Strategic investors regularly review their portfolios to ensure every asset is working hard

If regulation, uncertainty, or lack of direction is holding you back, join Suzi Carter for The Commercial Property Blueprint Day — a full-day online training designed to give you a clear roadmap for confident action.

You'll leave with:

A personalised commercial property sourcing strategy
The skills to analyse commercial property deals with confidence
A step-by-step action plan to move forward in early 2026
Greater certainty, even in a changing commercial property market

Secure your place here:
https://hub.commercialpropertyacademy.co.uk/blueprint-order-page

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@commercialpropertytv1685
Podcast: https://commercialpropertypodcast.libsyn.com/

Break clauses play a critical role in commercial leases and can have a major impact on value, risk, and deal structure.

In this episode of the Commercial Property Podcast, Suzi Carter explains exactly what commercial property investors need to know about break clauses before buying, refinancing, or negotiating a lease.

Suzi explores how break clauses work in practice, why valuers take a cautious approach to them, and how a lack of understanding can lead investors to overpay for property or underestimate risk. She also explains the different types of break clauses and the specific conditions that must be met for a break to be valid — an area that often causes costly surprises.

This episode is essential listening if you want to invest with greater clarity, confidence, and control.

By the end of this episode, you'll understand:

• What break clauses are and why they matter in commercial leases

• How break clauses work in practice — not just in theory

• The differences between:

  • Tenant-only break clauses

  • Landlord break clauses

  • Mutual break clauses

• The conditions tenants or landlords must meet to successfully exercise a break

• How break clauses affect property valuation and lender decisions

• Why careful lease analysis is essential to managing investment risk

• Break clauses allow leases to end early under defined conditions

• Valuers usually assume tenants will exercise break clauses when assessing value

• Property valuation is often based on the lease term up to the next break date

• Reviewing lease terms thoroughly can prevent costly mistakes

• Talking to tenants can provide valuable insight into their business position

• Different break clause structures lead to very different investment outcomes

If regulation feels overwhelming — or you're unsure how to move forward confidently — join Suzi Carter for The Commercial Property Blueprint Day.

This full-day online training gives you a clear, structured roadmap so you can take action without second-guessing.

• A personalised commercial property sourcing strategy

• The skills to confidently analyse commercial property deals

• A step-by-step action plan for early 2026

• The confidence to move forward decisively — even in a changing market

Secure your place here:
https://hub.commercialpropertyacademy.co.uk/blueprint-order-page

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@commercialpropertytv1685
Podcast: https://commercialpropertypodcast.libsyn.com/

What happens when a commercial tenant falls into rent arrears—and how much control do landlords really have?

In this episode of The Commercial Property Podcast, Suzi Carter breaks down exactly how commercial rent arrearswork, why they're fundamentally different from residential property issues, and what landlords can do to protect their income and reduce risk.

You'll learn why commercial leases are contractual rather than emotional, how strong tenant relationships can prevent cash flow problems before they escalate, and what practical steps landlords can take when rent isn't paid on time.

This episode is essential listening for commercial property investors, residential landlords considering commercial, and business owners investing through property who want clarity, confidence, and control.

By the end of this episode, you'll understand:

• How commercial rent arrears impact landlords and cash flow

• Why tenant relationships matter more in commercial property than most investors realise

• The legal protections available to commercial landlords

• How effective lease drafting can significantly reduce risk

• Why commercial landlords often have more control than residential landlords

• Late rent in commercial property is contractual, not emotional

• Strong landlord–tenant relationships can ease payment challenges

• Clear communication is critical when tenants experience cash flow issues

• Commercial landlords typically have greater legal control than residential landlords

• Regular check-ins with tenants help prevent misunderstandings

• Investing in a good commercial property solicitor is vital for robust lease drafting

If regulation feels overwhelming—or you're unsure how to move forward confidently—join Suzi Carter for The Commercial Property Blueprint Day.

This full-day online training gives you a clear, structured roadmap so you can take action without second-guessing.

You'll walk away with:

A personalised commercial property sourcing strategy
The skills to confidently analyse commercial property deals
A step-by-step action plan for early 2026
The confidence to move forward decisively—even in a changing market

Secure your place here:
https://hub.commercialpropertyacademy.co.uk/blueprint-order-page

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@commercialpropertytv1685
Podcast: https://commercialpropertypodcast.libsyn.com

Legislation rarely arrives with a bang — it creeps in quietly, then suddenly starts eroding returns, flexibility, and deal viability.

In this episode of The Commercial Property Podcast, Suzi Carter breaks down the most important legislative and regulatory changes every commercial property investor and landlord needs on their radar before they start to bite.

From leasehold reform and landlord & tenant legislation to EPC requirements, rent review structures, and business rates, this is a practical, jargon-free look at what's changing — and how smart investors are adapting without panic.

If you want to protect income, avoid nasty surprises, and invest with confidence in 2025 and beyond, this episode is essential listening.

Suzi explores:

• Why staying ahead of legislation is now a core investor skill

• How reforms are affecting lease structures, valuations, and exit strategies

• Where the real risks are — and where the headlines are overblown

• How experienced landlords are adjusting without abandoning sound fundamentals

This episode isn't about fear — it's about being informed, prepared, and commercially smart.

By the end of this episode, you'll understand:

• The current and upcoming legislative changes impacting commercial property investors

• The implications of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987, especially for mixed-use and complex ownership structures

• How environmental sustainability and ESG pressures are reshaping modern lease terms

• What the potential abolition of upward-only rent reviews could mean for income security and valuations

• Why consultations around contracting out of the Landlord and Tenant Act matter — and how they may influence future leasing strategies

• Legislative change is accelerating — informed investors stay profitable

• Intra-group transfers and lease assignments are under increasing scrutiny

• EPC legislation is likely to tighten significantly by 2026

• Sustainability is no longer optional — it's becoming lease-critical

• Changes to rent review mechanisms could alter the global appeal of UK commercial property

If you're feeling overwhelmed by regulation — or unsure how to move forward confidently — join Suzi for The Commercial Property Blueprint Day.

This full-day online training gives you a clear, structured roadmap so you can take action without second-guessing.

A personalised commercial property sourcing strategy
The skills to confidently analyse commercial deals
A step-by-step action plan for early 2026
The confidence to move forward decisively — even in a changing market

Start the new year with intention — and the right plan.

Secure your place here:
https://hub.commercialpropertyacademy.co.uk/blueprint-order-page

In this episode of The Commercial Property Podcast, Suzi Carter breaks down exactly how you can go from feeling overwhelmed to taking confident, strategic action — all within the next 90 days.

With the commercial market offering some of the best opportunities we've seen in years, now is the time to get focused, get educated, and get moving. Suzi walks through a practical 90-day roadmap designed to help aspiring investors build momentum fast, strengthen their decision-making skills, and take consistent steps toward securing their first (or next) deal in 2026.

By the end of this episode, you'll discover:

• Why January is the perfect launchpad for commercial property success

• How to build confidence through competence — and what to prioritise first

• The real stories behind real investors who've made rapid progress

• Your action plan for 2026 — what to do daily, weekly, and monthly to stay on track

• January is one of the strongest times to begin your commercial investing journey.

• Confidence comes from doing — analysing deals, viewing properties, and speaking to agents.

• The most successful investors choose a clear niche and stick to it.

• Building relationships with agents can unlock early access to better opportunities.

• Mistakes are inevitable — but they're also how you learn, refine, and accelerate your progress.

If you want clarity, confidence, and a practical roadmap for Q1, join me for The Commercial Property Blueprint Day— a full-day online training that gives you the exact steps to move forward with certainty.

You'll walk away with:

• A personalised sourcing strategy

• The skills to confidently analyse commercial deals

• A clear, step-by-step action plan for early 2026

• The confidence to take action without second-guessing

Start the new year with intention — and the right plan.

Secure your place here:
https://hub.commercialpropertyacademy.co.uk/blueprint-order-page

In this episode of The Commercial Property Podcast, Suzi Carter breaks down what she believes 2026 has in store for commercial real estate — and where the real opportunities will be for switched-on investors.

Drawing on three decades of industry experience and today's emerging economic data, Suzi explores the macro trends shaping the market, the sectors set to outperform, and the strategic plays investors should be preparing for now. From industrial and logistics to the evolving retail landscape and the shifting world of office space, this episode gives you a clear, practical view of where to focus your energy in the year ahead.

• 2026 Market Forecast — The key economic trends and forces shaping the next 12 months.

• Where to Invest — The sectors showing resilience, growth, and real upside potential.

• Retail Revival — Why retail isn't dead… and why the right locations are thriving.

• The New Office Landscape — How hybrid working is reshaping office demand (and where the opportunities lie).

• Industrial & Logistics — Why this sector continues to deliver strong, sustained performance.

• Understanding the macro picture is essential for making smart investment decisions.

• Niche strategies allow investors to outperform the wider market.

• Retail is evolving — and certain high-performing pockets offer excellent returns.

• Grade A offices remain strong; secondary stock offers creative value-add potential.

• You don't need heavy development to add value — smart asset management wins.

• 2026 will reward investors who adapt quickly and approach opportunities strategically.

If you want clarity, confidence, and a practical roadmap for Q1, join me for The Commercial Property Blueprint Day— a full-day online training that shows you exactly how to move forward with certainty.

You'll walk away with:

• A tailored sourcing strategy

• The skills to analyse commercial deals

• A clear, actionable plan for early 2026

• The confidence to take action without the guesswork

Start the year with momentum — and a blueprint that actually works.

Secure your place here:
https://hub.commercialpropertyacademy.co.uk/blueprint-order-page

(Because instead of The 12 Days of Christmas… we're unwrapping The 12 Myths of Commercial!)

In this festive edition of The Commercial Property Podcast, Suzi Carter reveals the 12 most common myths that stop everyday investors from stepping into commercial property.

From fears about tenant risk to confusion over valuations and worries about specialist knowledge, Suzi unwraps each myth with practical insights and real-world experience.

If you're a residential investor or SME owner thinking about moving into commercial, this episode will give you clarity, confidence and a fresh, realistic understanding of what commercial investing actually involves.

By the end of this episode, you'll understand:

• Why the idea that commercial property is only for big players is completely false — and how smaller investors are thriving

• What tenant risk really looks like in commercial, and how to manage it effectively

• Why you don't need specialist negotiation training to secure great deals

• How misconceptions about commercial property values stop investors taking action

• Why you absolutely do not need to manage commercial property yourself — and how hands-off strategies work in practice

• You can start investing in commercial property directly — you don't need to "work your way up."

• Commercial property isn't overly complicated; the right knowledge and a clear framework make it accessible.

• Strong people skills matter more than technical negotiation tactics.

• You can force value in commercial through strategic asset management.

• Vacancies are manageable with due diligence and market understanding.

• Property management can be outsourced — you don't have to do it all yourself.

If you want clarity, confidence and a practical roadmap for Q1, join me for The Commercial Property Blueprint Day — a full-day online training that gives you the exact steps to move forward with certainty.

You'll walk away with:

A tailored sourcing strategy
The skills to analyse commercial deals
A clear action plan for early 2026
The confidence to take action without guesswork

Kick off the new year the smart way.

Secure your place here: https://hub.commercialpropertyacademy.co.uk/blueprint-order-page

Episode 55 - Insider Secrets from a Commercial Agent
with Steve Bell, Managing Director of Commercial Property Experts

In this episode of The Commercial Property Podcast, Suzi Carter sits down with Steve Bell, Managing Director of Commercial Property Experts, to reveal what's really going on inside the world of commercial agents – and how investors can get to the front of the queue for the best deals.

You'll discover how commercial agents think, what they look for in serious buyers, and how SME investors can build real credibility so agents actually want to bring them opportunities – including off-market deals.

Steve also shares how the Commercial Property Experts model is changing the traditional agency setup by empowering self-employed commercial agents to deliver better service, better communication and better outcomes for clients.

If you've ever felt ignored by agents, struggled to get your calls returned, or wondered how others are finding deals you never see – this episode is a must-listen.

By the end of this episode, you'll be able to:

1. Understand the real role and mission of Commercial Property Experts – and how they work with investors and business owners

2. See how commercial agents actually operate and what makes you stand out as a serious buyer

3. Recognise why credibility is everything in commercial property investing (and how to build it quickly)

4. Communicate clearly and confidently with agents so they know exactly what you're looking for

5. Appreciate how the Commercial Property Experts model supports self-employed agents to give you a higher level of service

• Commercial agents can seem tough to crack – but they're human, and relationships matter

• The more specific and clear you are about your ideal property, the easier it is for agents to bring you the right deals

• Off-market deals don't happen by accident – they come from strategy, trust and understanding the market

• Speed, clarity and certainty in your communication can instantly elevate your status with agents

• When agents are empowered and rewarded properly, they're far more motivated to go the extra mile for their clients

Connect with Steve Bell here:
https://linktr.ee/stevebellproperty

Want to speak to Suzi about commercial property? Check out https://suzicarter.com/