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

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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