Have you ever felt like giving up on your property dreams?

This week, we're joined by the incredible Charlie Parkes, a single mum who not only built a successful property business from scratch but also scooped a prestigious Property Investor Award for best HMO over 6 rooms.

Charlie shares her inspiring journey, from navigating divorce and financial hardship to mastering HMO conversions and commercial leases. Discover how she:
Turned adversity into opportunity: Hear how Charlie bounced back from losing her initial property portfolio to create an even more successful business.
Juggled parenthood and property: Learn how she managed the challenges of raising two children while building her portfolio.
Won a major award: Find out the secrets behind Charlie's award-winning HMO project and her unique approach to property development.
Overcame imposter syndrome: Be inspired by Charlie's honesty about self-doubt and how she pushed through to achieve her goals.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who needs a dose of motivation and practical advice for property success.

Follow Charlie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-parkes-08919858/

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/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryalexander/

 

Have you ever felt like giving up on your property dreams?
This week, we're joined by the incredible Charlie Parkes, a single mum who not only built a successful property business from scratch but also scooped a prestigious Property Investor Award for best HMO over 6 rooms.
Charlie shares her inspiring journey, from navigating divorce and financial hardship to mastering HMO conversions and commercial leases. Discover how she:
<ul data-sourcepos="9:1-13:0">
<li data-sourcepos="9:1-9:158">Turned adversity into opportunity: Hear how Charlie bounced back from losing her initial property portfolio to create an even more successful business.</li>
<li data-sourcepos="10:1-10:130">Juggled parenthood and property: Learn how she managed the challenges of raising two children while building her portfolio.</li>
<li data-sourcepos="11:1-11:138">Won a major award: Find out the secrets behind Charlie's award-winning HMO project and her unique approach to property development.</li>
<li data-sourcepos="12:1-13:0">Overcame imposter syndrome: Be inspired by Charlie's honesty about self-doubt and how she pushed through to achieve her goals.</li>
</ul>
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who needs a dose of motivation and practical advice for property success.
Follow Charlie on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-parkes-08919858/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-parkes-08919858/</a>
JOIN THE NETWORK&nbsp;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 -&nbsp;<a href="https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/">https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/</a>
Our Sponsors -&nbsp;<a href="https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/podcast-sponsors/">https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/podcast-sponsors/</a>
LinkedIn:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryalexander/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryalexander/</a>
&nbsp;

The Commercial Property Investor Podcast is for aspiring property investors. You might be tired of Residential investing and want to move into the exciting world of commercial real estate investment. You just need the knowledge and confidence to get started and an abundance mindset to grow your portfolio. Host Jerry Alexander & his guests share the key steps to Commercial Property success. You will be kept up-to-date through weekly interviews & conversations relating to many Commercial Property strategies including:

Flexspace, Coworking, Aparthotel, CMO & Multilet property, Commercial to Residential conversion, Retail, Office space, industrial and Self storage.

Weekly inspiration from the world of Commercial Property Investing

Commercial Property Investor Podcast

Are you tired of Residential investing and want to move into the exciting world of commercial real estate investment? You just need the knowledge and confidence to get started and an abundance mindset to grow your portfolio. Host Jerry Alexander & his guests share the key steps to Commercial Property success. You will be kept up-to-date through weekly interviews & conversations relating to many Commercial Property strategies including: Flexspace, Coworking, Aparthotel, CMO & Multilet property, Commercial to Residential conversion, Retail, Office space, industrial and Self storage.

Are you tired of Residential investing and want to move into the exciting world of commercial real estate investment? You just need the knowledge and confidence to get started and an abundance mindset to grow your portfolio. Host Jerry Alexander &amp; his guests share the key steps to Commercial Property success. You will be kept up-to-date through weekly interviews &amp; conversations relating to many Commercial Property strategies including: Flexspace, Coworking, Aparthotel, CMO &amp; Multilet property, Commercial to Residential conversion, Retail, Office space, industrial and Self storage.

The Power of Persistence: A Conversation With Charlie Parkes

"I didn’t really know what the podcast was going to become".

Six years and 364 episodes later, Jerry reflects on the journey from a nervous first recording with a single lapel mic to building a global community of commercial investors 🤯.

In this special anniversary episode, we go back to the "why" behind the show. Whether you are a long-time listener or you've just discovered us, this is a reintroduction to the core principles of the Commercial Property Investor podcast: strategy, mindset, and the reality of life "on the tools" as an active investor.

In this episode, you will learn:


Why Jerry chose the "Investor" title over being another industry professional show.


How the podcast evolved from simple "how-to" guides to deep-dives into investor judgment and perspective.


Why most listeners aren't looking for more information, but rather more clarity and the right environment.


The reality of building a commercial property business rather than just buying one-off buildings.


How 45 minute strategy calls with listeners changed the way Jerry thinks about property education.

 

LEARN THE BASICS:
If you want to learn more about investing in Commercial Property, why not join us for our 2 day Introduction to Commercial Property? Learn how the market works and the ways in which it differs from residential property so you can avoid the pitfalls and learn how to create successful deals.

https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/2-day-introduction

OTHER USEFUL LINKS:

CPI Website - https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/
Our Sponsors - https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/podcast-sponsors/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryalexander/

<blockquote>
"I didn&rsquo;t really know what the podcast was going to become".
</blockquote>
Six years and 364 episodes later, Jerry reflects on the journey from a nervous first recording with a single lapel mic to building a global community of commercial investors 🤯.
In this special anniversary episode, we go back to the "why" behind the show. Whether you are a long-time listener or you've just discovered us, this is a reintroduction to the core principles of the Commercial Property Investor podcast: strategy, mindset, and the reality of life "on the tools" as an active investor.
In this episode, you will learn:
<ul data-path-to-node="17">
<li>
Why Jerry chose the "Investor" title over being another industry professional show.
</li>
<li>
How the podcast evolved from simple "how-to" guides to deep-dives into investor judgment and perspective.
</li>
<li>
Why most listeners aren't looking for more information, but rather more clarity and the right environment.
</li>
<li>
The reality of building a commercial property business rather than just buying one-off buildings.
</li>
<li>
How 45 minute strategy calls with listeners changed the way Jerry thinks about property education.
</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
<hr>
LEARN THE BASICS: If you want to learn more about investing in Commercial Property, why not join us for our 2 day Introduction to Commercial Property? Learn how the market works and the ways in which it differs from residential property so you can avoid the pitfalls and learn how to create successful deals.
<a href="https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/2-day-introduction" data-start="1718" data-end="1777">https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/2-day-introduction</a>
OTHER USEFUL LINKS:
CPI Website - <a href="https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/" data-start="1814" data-end="1855">https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/</a> Our Sponsors - <a href="https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/podcast-sponsors/" data-start="1873" data-end="1931">https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/podcast-sponsors/</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryalexander/" data-start="1944" data-end="1987">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryalexander/</a>

Six Years In: A Reintroduction to the Commercial Property Investor Podcast

Many property investors have access to plenty of information about commercial property.

But despite that, many still feel stuck — unsure what strategy to follow, what deal to pursue, or what the right next step should be 🤯

In this episode of the Commercial Property Investor Podcast, Jerry reflects on a recent series of strategy calls with podcast listeners and shares the most common questions and challenges investors are currently facing when moving into commercial property. 

We want to give a big thank you to everyone from the CPI Podcast community who took part. It was amazing to have the opportunity to meet so many of you 👋

Despite having access to plenty of information, many investors still struggle with clarity, confidence and knowing what the right next step looks like. From choosing a strategy to understanding finance and overcoming the fear of getting started, this episode explores the themes that repeatedly come up in conversations with investors at different stages of their journey.

You’ll hear practical insights into how investors can think more clearly about their goals, make better decisions about deals, and avoid the trap of waiting for the “perfect” opportunity.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why clarity about your investment goals matters more than choosing a strategy
• The common reason many investors feel stuck before doing their first commercial deal
• Why your first deal doesn’t need to be the “perfect” one
• How commercial property links income and value growth
• Why finance often feels more complicated than it actually is
• The importance of being around other active commercial property investors

If you'd like to discuss your own situation and the next steps for getting started in commercial property, you can book a strategy call with Jerry here:

👉 https://calendar.app.google/ERUusp5E4cpm7Zcw9

 

LEARN THE BASICS:
If you want to learn more about investing in Commercial Property, why not join us for our 2 day Introduction to Commercial Property? Learn how the market works and the ways in which it differs from residential property so you can avoid the pitfalls and learn how to create successful deals.

https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/2-day-introduction

OTHER USEFUL LINKS:

CPI Website - https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/
Our Sponsors - https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/podcast-sponsors/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryalexander/

Many property investors have access to plenty of information about commercial property.
But despite that, many still feel stuck &mdash; unsure what strategy to follow, what deal to pursue, or what the right next step should be 🤯
In this episode of the Commercial Property Investor Podcast, Jerry reflects on a recent series of strategy calls with podcast listeners and shares the most common questions and challenges investors are currently facing when moving into commercial property. We want to give a big thank you to everyone from the CPI Podcast community who took part. It was amazing to have the opportunity to meet so many of you 👋
Despite having access to plenty of information, many investors still struggle with clarity, confidence and knowing what the right next step looks like. From choosing a strategy to understanding finance and overcoming the fear of getting started, this episode explores the themes that repeatedly come up in conversations with investors at different stages of their journey.
You&rsquo;ll hear practical insights into how investors can think more clearly about their goals, make better decisions about deals, and avoid the trap of waiting for the &ldquo;perfect&rdquo; opportunity.
In this episode you&rsquo;ll learn:
&bull; Why clarity about your investment goals matters more than choosing a strategy &bull; The common reason many investors feel stuck before doing their first commercial deal &bull; Why your first deal doesn&rsquo;t need to be the &ldquo;perfect&rdquo; one &bull; How commercial property links income and value growth &bull; Why finance often feels more complicated than it actually is &bull; The importance of being around other active commercial property investors
If you'd like to discuss your own situation and the next steps for getting started in commercial property, you can book a strategy call with Jerry here:
👉 <a href="https://calendar.app.google/ERUusp5E4cpm7Zcw9">https://calendar.app.google/ERUusp5E4cpm7Zcw9</a>
&nbsp;
<hr>
LEARN THE BASICS: If you want to learn more about investing in Commercial Property, why not join us for our 2 day Introduction to Commercial Property? Learn how the market works and the ways in which it differs from residential property so you can avoid the pitfalls and learn how to create successful deals.
<a href="https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/2-day-introduction" data-start="1718" data-end="1777">https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/2-day-introduction</a>
OTHER USEFUL LINKS:
CPI Website - <a href="https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/" data-start="1814" data-end="1855">https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/</a> Our Sponsors - <a href="https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/podcast-sponsors/" data-start="1873" data-end="1931">https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/podcast-sponsors/</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryalexander/" data-start="1944" data-end="1987">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryalexander/</a>

What I Learned From Recent Strategy Calls With Podcast Listeners

Heads of Terms is one of those phrases you’ll hear constantly in commercial property deals. Agents mention it. Solicitors refer to it. Investors talk about it.

But what does it actually mean?

In this episode, Jerry breaks down what Heads of Terms are, where they sit in the deal process, and why they’re such an important step before solicitors get involved. Whether you're buying a commercial property or negotiating a lease, understanding this stage can save time, money, and unnecessary complications.

Jerry explains what typically goes into Heads of Terms, how they differ for purchases vs leases, and why they act as the bridge between early negotiation and the legal process.

 

LEARN THE BASICS:
If you want to learn more about investing in Commercial Property, why not join us for our 2 day Introduction to Commercial Property? Learn how the market works and the ways in which it differs from residential property so you can avoid the pitfalls and learn how to create successful deals.

👉 https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/2-day-introduction-glasgow-workshop/

 

OTHER USEFUL LINKS:

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

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryalexander/

Heads of Terms is one of those phrases you&rsquo;ll hear constantly in commercial property deals. Agents mention it. Solicitors refer to it. Investors talk about it.
But what does it actually mean?
In this episode, Jerry breaks down what Heads of Terms are, where they sit in the deal process, and why they&rsquo;re such an important step before solicitors get involved. Whether you're buying a commercial property or negotiating a lease, understanding this stage can save time, money, and unnecessary complications.
Jerry explains what typically goes into Heads of Terms, how they differ for purchases vs leases, and why they act as the bridge between early negotiation and the legal process.
&nbsp;
<hr>
LEARN THE BASICS: If you want to learn more about investing in Commercial Property, why not join us for our 2 day Introduction to Commercial Property? Learn how the market works and the ways in which it differs from residential property so you can avoid the pitfalls and learn how to create successful deals.
👉 <a href="https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/2-day-introduction-glasgow-workshop/">https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/2-day-introduction-glasgow-workshop/</a><a href="https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/2-day-introduction"></a>
&nbsp;
OTHER USEFUL LINKS:
CPI Website - <a href="https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/">https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/</a>
Our Sponsors - <a href="https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/podcast-sponsors/">https://commercialpropertyinvestor.co.uk/podcast-sponsors/</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryalexander/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryalexander/</a>

The Power of Persistence: A Conversation With Charlie Parkes

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