Send us a textWe talk about our domestic problems a lot, but do we have any worse than other places? This month on The Build I speak with Mathieu Fleury of Leader Lane Developments who tells me all about how difficult it is to get building in Toronto, Canada. Some of their problems will sound very familiar, others are very surprising. Did you know the Canadian government will give developers 95% LTC financing at 50bps? I sure didn't. The episode ventures deep into the evolution of ...

Send us a textKate English from Deloitte succinctly explains the overwhelming amount of data that exist on the need for housing, along with some upcoming demographic trends that really matter. This episode is a must listen if you care about the future of the housing sector. And of course we talk about Taylor Swift.Some details from the episode:Taylor Swift post link: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kate-english-2a19a9a3_swiftonomics-consumerspending-hospitality-activity-72124765349...

Send us a textChris Wilson, the chief executive of Fairfield Real Estate Finance, takes us on a remarkable journey through his influential career in our latest episode. From his pivotal role at RBS during the financial crisis to navigating the complexities of the NAMA Project Eagle debacle at Jefferies, Chris brings a wealth of experience that is both insightful and eye-opening. You'll gain a deeper understanding of real estate debt finance and learn how alternative lenders like Fairfield are...

Send us a textI'm back, and I'm here just to say thanks.Disclosure of conflicts from Season 1:Episode 3 with John Downey, John did a little bit of work for a JV entity we were involved with a number of years ago but we have no current business relationship with his firm. Episode 4 with Fidelma McManus, no current or past business relationship with her firm. Episode 5 with John Dobbin, no current relationship with his firm, he did do some work for us in the past. Episode 6 wit...

Send us a textJoin me in search of the elusive and fascinating cuckoo.I am joined by a great group of guests including Sean Keyes from the Currency who discusses the media's influence on policy. Pat Farrell for IIP defends his supposed winged members and David Tilson from Cantor Fitzgerald explains why Leo doesn't need to fear the Lettuce just yet.And you thought this was a boring housing policy podcast.Links to items mentioned in this episode:Housing is breaking brains: https://www.the...

Send us a textKen MacDonald's illustrious career has shaped the Irish real estate landscape across five decades. Starting with a humble leaflet campaign back in 1967, Ken's journey has seen him play a pivotal role in the emergence of apartment living. Brace yourself for an anecdotal tour through time as Ken unravels the evolution of Irish property and its tryst with the new wave economy.The conversation gets juicier as we dig into the culture of objections to development. We critically examin...

Send us a textPaul Mitchell, Director and Co-founder of Mitchell McDermott talks about costs, viability, what is happening in other countries along with MMC and Sprawl.Note: There is now an AI-generated transcript with each new episode. Please excuse any errors. I for one am grateful to our new robot overlords and any errors they make in transcription are obviously my fault as a human.00:00 - Explaining quantity surveying to a 5 year old00:07 - Apartment viability and why it doesn...

Send us a textUCD Economist and former member of An Bord Snip (and An Bord Snip Nua!) Colm McCarthy on the mistakes we have made and continue to make. Also, why the ECB was incompetent during the bailout and why the Army are still in Rathmines.As always, please send any suggestions for the show to [email protected] links on topics from today's episode:https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/just-what-is-an-bord-snip-nua/26551525.htmlhttps://researchrepository.ucd.ie/server/api/...

Send us a textArchitect John Dobbin talks us through how to go about building a house, from the very beginning and why it can be difficult but rewarding. Also, bungalow bliss, high density but low rise housing and converting offices.Joint Oireachtas recommendatons on Planning: https://data.oireachtas.ie/ie/oireachtas/committee/dail/33/joint_committee_on_housing_local_government_and_heritage/reports/2023/2023-05-04_report-on-the-pre-legislative-scrutiny-of-the-draft-planning-and-developm...

Send us a textOn today's episode: the contributions waiver is explained and we talk to Fidelma McManus, partner and head of housing at Beauchamps LLP about conveyancing, AHB's and how the law touches every part of your life. And obviously we find a way to mention Taylor Swift.