Commercial property often makes the difference between working for yourself and someone else. Post-COVID, there has been a notable difference in shopping habits; this is true; however, some jobs need to exist in a physical form, and this little commercial unit is perfect if you work with your hands.

This episode is available on our Spotify channel, radio platform, and wherever you get your podcasts. This week, we are featuring a commercial unit in an area of Spain called Los Alcázares. It’s located in the region of Murcia and is within an hour’s drive from both Alicante and Murcia Airports.

Owning property often makes the difference between working for yourself and someone else. Post-COVID, there has been a notable difference in shopping habits; this is true; however, some jobs need to exist in a physical form, and this little commercial unit is perfect if you work with your hands.

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Commercial Unit

Providing a real opportunity to own rather than rent, this unit will lend itself well to the following industries:

Hair salon
Specialist Barber
Beauty salon
Estate Agent
Rental Agent
Construction office
Souvenir Shop

Los Alcázares offers a wide range of exciting water activities for visitors to enjoy.

With its calm and shallow waters, the beaches of Los Alcázares are perfect for a refreshing swim. The Mar Menor, a saltwater lagoon, provides a safe and enjoyable swimming experience for visitors of all ages.

Unit

It is renowned as a windsurfing hotspot due to its ideal wind conditions and flat waters. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced windsurfer, you can rent equipment and take lessons from local schools to enjoy the thrill of gliding across the water.

The Mar Menor (little Sea) offers an excellent setting for sailing enthusiasts. Rent a sailboat or join a guided sailing tour to explore the lagoon’s tranquil waters and admire the stunning coastal landscapes. The gentle breezes and clear skies make sailing a truly unforgettable experience.

Rent a kayak and paddle your way through the calm waters of the Mar Menor, exploring its beautiful coastline. Kayaking allows you to immerse yourself in nature, discover secluded beaches, and observe the local marine life up close.

Sports

For those seeking an adrenaline rush, jet skiing is a popular water activity in Los Alcázares. Rent a jet ski and zoom across the sparkling waters, feeling the wind in your hair and enjoying the thrill of speed.

Stand-up paddle boarding has gained popularity in recent years, and Los Alcázares provides an excellent location to try this activity. Rent a paddle board and navigate the calm waters while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding coastline.

Explore the underwater wonders of the Mar Menor by diving or snorkelling. Discover vibrant marine life, underwater caves, and submerged archaeological sites. Dive centres in Los Alcázares offer courses and guided dives for both beginners and experienced divers.

Whether you prefer the excitement of windsurfing and jet skiing or the tranquility of kayaking and paddle boarding, Los Alcázares offers a range of water activities to suit every preference. Immerse yourself in the refreshing waters and experience the ultimate beach adventure in this charming Spanish town.

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A passion for business.

A conversation with Sidney Simpson the founder of SOS procurement.

The Journey

Seldomly do you meet someone so passionate about what they do for a living as Sidney Simpson. I wanted to know more about the man behind the business.  

How did you get into this industry?

I got into the building sector by default, being in the locks and fittings sector. Softly spoken but very confident, explaining that at that time, the goal was to secure a job with Banham Locks. You almost got the feeling that if time had stood still, he would still be there today.

He was a little apprehensive to provide me with the name of his next employer; Knobs and Knockers. He laughed first, had he not, I think that I would have found myself on YouTube. Based on the ironmongery trade he spent several years, progressing to a managerial position. 

The ’90s brought with it a recession which had a devastating effect, a period of reflection and one that would force him to leave the comfort of a set profession and cause him to enter the world of sales. 

Having a stammer in those days was considered a disadvantage to most, certainly at that time. A love of music provided an escape route for him as he slowly but surely overcame this and even forged a career as a music talent promoter.

After attending a job fair, drawn towards Jewson Builders Merchant, he later became part of the frontline sales force. They considered his attitude to be an attribute that would help to achieve targets. 

He moved on from Jewson to Buildbase, where he spent several years in a managerial position, whilst there he was headhunted by one of his large account customer’s with a turnover of 12 million to form a new construction buying dept. With his merchant experience and knowledge, he was able to implement strategies that would save the company £’s thousands of pounds and in doing so increased their bottom line.

It was after this stint that he plucked up the courage to open his own business, realising that he was now equipped with the knowledge to develop a customer base of his own.

Sidney’s business model is now four years old, the journey as an underdog needed to be told as it defines a work ethic that continues today. He wasted no time in telling me that he was proud to own his company.

How did you come up with your company name?

I wanted a name and logo that facilitated a call to action, the origins of which came from Sailors in distress. I thought about how l could provide buying solutions for contractors/developers and design & build architects that would allow them to grow without the need to employ additional staffing.

What’s Your Claim To Fame?

During that period of reflection in the ’90s and before embarking on his merchanting career Sidney was offered an opportunity to set up a wood flooring business, he trained and was guided by an existing business who supported Ikea, he was then able to achieve his own Ikea and John Lewis installation contracts. Whilst building his team he was approached by a producer of Carol Vorderman ‘Better Homes’ programme on ITV having installed a floor at his home and was invited to take part in an episode which was televised.

The Future

We are the company that will offer you a free service; ‘How I asked’? “– We have a network of general & specialist suppliers and make our income from agreed rates, which multi-million-pound companies currently enjoy. Our expertise is in general building materials & specialist products such as; Bespoke joinery, Bespoke sized timber sections and Insulation.

We focus on our strengths and offer buying & logistical solutions; A one-stop service for all your construction material needs, tracking each order from A to B whilst offering comparable competitive prices.

• We want people to see us as their virtual buyer, whether your project is large or small
• We provide this free service that allows you more time to manage your day to day activities
• We are the go-to solution for your buying strategies
• We want to change mindsets – that is our goal

“The expertise and buying power that SOS Procurement brought to The Rye Apartments was invaluable.  As a small company, we don’t have the resources to track down the best prices and most reliable suppliers.  Working with Sidney allowed us to make a quick a phone call to place the order and not have to worry about the materials till they turned up on-site on time and as specified.  The reliability of their service gave us real peace of mind and allowed us to focus on the design and quality of the construction.” Ty Tikari, Director Tikari Works. – a leading architect who has featured on ‘Grand Designs’ Channel 4.

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Being a homeowner/landlord myself, it was particularly insightful speaking with Jai Jhala from CAA Properties regarding their service focused business model that makes for quite the market game changer. If you have any involvement with property, either as a homeowner, landlord or a tenant, you will be well aware of the pressures associated with many of the processes. With over 15 years of industry experience in property lettings circulating the London area, business owner Cem is well placed to offer comprehensive advice and deliver an optimum service to both landlords and tenants. In addition to this, with more than 20 years of sales and project management, business development and operations experience, Jai also has all the credentials to offer potential clients expertise in this sector. 

CAA Properties has a unique service offering, whereby the company which has been successfully trading since 2016, is indeed a “one stop shop” for all your property needs. Based in Southgate, the team comprises of driven and passionate professionals who really go that extra mile to meet the needs of their clients, offering an impeccable and trusted service. With partner agents, trusted partners, FMB approved contractors and engineers, property maintenance specialists, mortgage advisors, utilities & essential services advisors & property disinfection specialists on the team, clients are most definitely guaranteed a solution to all prerequisites! Jai talks me through all the services offered and I am genuinely impressed as we divulge further in to details about how a typical process would work if I approached CAA Properties as a client. With all the below areas covered by the company, I am keen to find out how plans are tailored to individual requirements. 

Services offered 

• Lettings – Areas covered North London,  Enfield & Hertfordshire 
• Properties Renovations – Residential – Renovate to Live, Renovate to Sell & Renovate to Let & Commercial – Renovate to Work
• Sales – Property Sourcing & Deal packaging as per client requirements 
• Mortgages & Bridging Loans – Residential – House purchase & Commercial – Buy To Let, Bridging Loans for renovations
• Utilities & Essential services – Residential Energy & Security Alarms  & Business Energy & Security Alarms, Merchant Services
• Property Disinfections – Residential & Commercial

Here’s how it’s done, if I was to approach CAA Properties as a landlord:

• I provide an indication of my price range
• CAA Properties get to work on sourcing suitable properties for me
• They arrange viewings and negotiate on my behalf
• If I wish to proceed with buying, they have mortgage advisors to take me through the next stage of the process
• They also manage any planning permission HMO/building regulation requirements
• Handover is completed!
• I can then utilise their services to let out my property, with GUARANTEED RENT!
• My return on investment is almost immediate
• They also deal with utilities and essential services which takes off the pressure of managing these 

So, it really is as simple as me stating what I need assistance with and being offered an end to end service, so that I can focus on building a property portfolio, whilst enjoying a return on my investment and rental yields – as opposed to spending that time and energy managing the day to day issues associated with being a landlord.

If it isn’t already clear, CAA Properties provides a wholesome service offering, which clearly differentiates them from their competitors. If you are looking for some advice and assistance, either as a landlord or tenant, here are some key points to note:

• CAA Properties offer guaranteed rent paid in advance (subject to status)
• Their hybrid business model is scalable and flexible, to suit client needs
• Clients are kept informed at all times 
• They have a multilingual team to cater for language predicaments
• Quarterly property inspections are carried out as a standard to safeguard client properties
• There is a large database of screened professional applicants covering London
• They have strong relationships with London councils & Housing Associations, allowing them to offer excellent rates
• Emergency maintenance issues are resolved within 24 hours
• Strong presence in social media and extremely well networked

As with a lot of business, last year was extremely challenging. How have you been managing any issues associated with the pandemic?

Amidst the restrictions, we have continued to communicate with our clients and the tenants at all times and have also attended to the emergencies as well as other important maintenance issues. We appreciate the unprecedented nature of the Covid-19 pandemic and have continued to work through the lockdown whilst maintaining all the safety precautions, thus enabling us to uphold our service proposition.  We have conducted viewings of the properties upholding social distancing rules.

What does the future hold for CAA Properties and do you have any growth plans?

Renovation projects will be a key focus for us. This is based on:

• The increase in the properties being bought- there is increased scope of renovations of properties
• Working from home is now more common and has become a trend owing to the lockdown. This has given rise to the need to expand and extend the homes to facilitate this trend

Property management company in north london: What do people say about your service?

We actually have testimonials on our website, as well as Google reviews and we are active on social media. Please feel free to explore the links on our article.

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Listening skills 

Tom started out in his sector just under twenty years ago. He would be the first to admit that back then there were fewer rogue traders who gave rise to the phrase; “you get what you pay for”.

Passionate about delivering the right service at the right price and within a defined time, he is something of a rarity these days. 

It’s always interesting to meet someone who treats every job individually and I think that’s important. He says that listening before you speak is an important business tool that should always be used.

I recently shared a coffee and a chat in Primrose Hill. 

Why do you enjoy your profession?

I think my personality suits it, he answered as he placed an order for a Latte and confidently sat down. The one thing that immediately struck me was that he was not a stereotype we often conjure up.

Cool, calm and collective, he smiled as he sipped his coffee at any given opportunity. 

I’m a bit of a perfectionist and you need to be, clients have a high level of expectation and I love rising to the challenge.

Which area do you cover?

I work all over London but predominately in North London which I consider being home. Living in an area bears influence but my team covers Greater London and distance doesn’t bother me at all.

What is your area of expertise?

I specialise in properties that are being renovated, modernised or in need of improvement. Even though the majority of what I do falls within that remit, I still work within everyone’s budget. 

How large is your team?

I work with within a team of four but it depends on the type of task at hand, the larger the job impacts that number.

What do you love most about your job?

I love the final result, it’s very rewarding when you know that the client is impressed. Their look says it all especially when you have delivered on time and budget. 

“We deliver a service that’s on time, on budget and meets expectation”.

Tom Garland

How can someone get in touch with you?

He joked that if he was covered in dust, he would return the call as soon as he could. He said that he embraced technology from the outset, something that was not so common in his sector. 

E- mail or phone were the two best mediums. I have placed his details at the bottom of this page.

Why network?

Quick to answer, he said; “my skill translates to everyone, whether it’s a house or an office space, the more people you network with, the more doors of opportunity you open”.

Website

Take a look around Tom’s website, he has a great before and after feature that can help you to understand more about the type of projects completed.

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