The High-Stakes World of Commercial Property Deals

03/11/25 • 30 min

Property experts Frixos Kaimakamis and James Khakpour-Smith are in conversation with Nick Coffer about the challenges and fast-paced nature of property deals.

They share memorable stories from their careers, highlighting high-stakes negotiations, teamwork under pressure, and adapting to changes brought on by COVID-19.

The discussion also touches on the impact of global events like Brexit and inflation, and the importance of resilience, humility, and embracing new technologies in the property sector.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. For specific legal guidance, please contact your solicitor or reach out to one of our team members.

For more information, go to www.taylorwalton.co.uk

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Property experts Frixos Kaimakamis and James Khakpour-Smith are in conversation with Nick Coffer about the challenges and fast-paced nature of property deals.

They share memorable stories from their careers, highlighting high-stakes negotiations, teamwork under pressure, and adapting to changes brought on by COVID-19.

The discussion also touches on the impact of global events like Brexit and inflation, and the importance of resilience, humility, and embracing new technologies in the property sector.

For more information, go to www.taylorwalton.co.uk

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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