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The Return: Property & Investment Podcast

Anna Clare Harper
Affordable Housing
Real Estate Investment
Social Housing
UK Property Market
Institutional Investment
UK Housing Market
Pensions
Sustainability
Real Estate
Investment Opportunities
Investment Strategies
Mentorship
Investments
Pension Funds
Retirement Planning
Tax Planning
Investing Strategy
Rising Interest Rates
Investment Management
Structured Finance

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Featuring expert guests like:

- Helen Gordon, CEO of Grainger PLC (the UK’s largest listed residential landlord)

- Aubrey Adams OBE, FTSE 250 and leading Housing Association Chair, and former CEO of Savills

- Liz Peace CBE,... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes187Founded8 years ago
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It’s hard to make housing developments stack in today’s market.

Build costs are up

Policies are changing

Planning is a dragging.

So I asked Alex Notay -

Chair of the Radix Big Tent Housing Commission and one of the most respected ... more

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People say the housing market is broken.

Homes England aims to fix it.

It touches 1 in 4 new homes.

I spoke to ex-CEO Peter Denton CBE.

About how developers and housing providers 

Use Homes England support to build more homes.

We co... more

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It's hard to scale in real estate 

Without a big budget, expensive team or endless meetings.

I asked Kelly Bream 

A multi-time founder and ex-COO, Bidwells

How she has grown multiple real estate businesses from local to national. more

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Anna Clare Harper is joined by Hayley Rees, Managing Director at £50bn+ Pension Insurance Corporation.

In Anna’s words: 

There’s lots of advice for private investors.

Almost nothing on how big institutions back UK housing.

Yet it’s ... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Denton CBE
Former CEO of Homes England and housing association Hyde
Hyde
Episode: Former Homes England CEO Peter Denton CBE: How to get funded
Kelly Bream
Multi-time real estate founder and business leader, co-founder of Verve Life, and former COO of Bidwells.
Episode: How I scale Real Estate Businesses
Hayley Rees
Managing Director at Pension Insurance Corporation and chair of the Investment and Banking Committee at Cardiff University
Pension Insurance Corporation
Episode: MD at £50bn Insurer: How I Invest
Martin Wolf CBE
Chief Economics Commentator at The Financial Times
Financial Times
Episode: Martin Wolf CBE - Chief Economics Commentator, Financial Times
Charlie Martin
Host of The Responsible Edge
Episode: Unlocking a £2.2 trillion housing opportunity with AI
Melanie Leech CBE
Chief Executive of the British Property Federation
British Property Federation
Episode: Melanie Leech CBE, British Property Federation CEO
David Smith
Economics editor of the Sunday Times, award-winning journalist, and author
Sunday Times
Episode: David Smith, Sunday Times: Fixing Housing Unfairness
Hannah Marsh
Co-founder of HomeViews, former marketing director at a skincare startup and GlaxoSmithKline
HomeViews
Episode: Why new build tenants are happier than owners
Monica O'Neill
CEO of Enzo Advisors LLC and co-founder of WIRE in the UK
Enzo Advisors LLC
Episode: Why UK Affordable Housing Investment?

Host

Anna Clare Harper
CEO of GreenResi.com and 3x bestselling property author, known for hosting insightful discussions with industry leaders.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 127 ratings
  • Charlotte Yonge

    Excellent podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ceryonge
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • A go-to

    The Return has become one of my default listens for clear thinking about property in the context of the wider economy. The format is tight, the questions are direct, and the takeaways are practical. The book recommendations add real value; I still refer to and recommend Algorithms to Live By. Guest quality is consistently very high. The Martin Wolf episode stood out for me for the clarity it brought to housing economics and tax. Serious property folks who look beyond bricks and mortar, and who c... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexU Review
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Very informative

    Really enjoy listening to Anna quiz her amazing line up of guests. She knows her stuff - no hiding behind jargon here!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vegemite2018
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Essential for anyone in UK resi

    Excellent guests, she gets straight to the point with them. Gives an honest assessment of the U.K. market.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Justin Teutsch
    United States4 months ago
  • The Return…

    Fab podcast series, great guests and great conversations that not only delve into the industry but also discuss on a more personal level the experience of being part of the industry and navigating a path through. Fab resource for all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S@S31
    United Kingdom4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Hosts deliver a unique perspective and thoughtful questions, elevating discussions beyond typical property podcasts.
Diverse guest line-ups contribute to a richer understanding of property investment.
Excellent guests with honest assessments of the U.K. market.
Great conversations that also explore personal experiences within the industry.
Insightful and informative content that aids in understanding the property market.

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Former Homes England CEO Peter Denton CBE: How to get funded
Q: What's one overlooked opportunity in UK housing now?
The UK can offer risk-adjusted returns, especially in affordable housing, attracting domestic and international investment.
Former Homes England CEO Peter Denton CBE: How to get funded
Q: What outcomes matter most today?
Growth, jobs, and productivity are priorities, alongside the goal of building 1.5 million homes.
MD at £50bn Insurer: How I Invest
Q: What overlooked opportunity in UK housing excites you the most for the next, say, three years?
That's temporary accommodation; as a country, we spend a lot of money on it.
MD at £50bn Insurer: How I Invest
Q: How do you and your colleagues actually make those decisions about what to invest in overall?
We are investing in our own funds. They are PIC money. We have a constant flow of funds that we need to invest to pay my policyholders.
£50m Real Estate CEO: Growth in 2025
Q: How is your experience as a parent of a child with autism shaping your EQ leadership style?
It has taught him empathy, listening more, and recognizing small progress, which translates to leadership in business.

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Featuring insights from prominent experts in the real estate sector, this show covers a wide range of topics related to residential investment, market trends, and financial strategy. Notable discussions include themes of financial planning, sustainable investing, affordable housing challenges, and innovative strategies for successful property investment. The host frequently engages with award-winning professionals, providing listeners with actionable advice and a deeper understanding of the intricacies of the property market. This engaging format, combined with a focus on both personal finance literacy and current industry trends, makes it a valuable resource for anyone involved or interested in property investment.

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