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Portfolio is the Property Law podcast from Davis Blank Furniss. It has been created for anyone who works in the Property sector and aims to help them navigate UK property law and legislation.
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May 6, 2026
May 6, 2026
23 min
In the final episode in this series of Portfolio, Sarah Taylor and Roseline Adedeji are guest hosts. They discuss the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 including what’s changed, what landlords should be aware of to ensure compliance, and they share some top tips to help you stay on the right side of the law.

Apr 22, 2026
Apr 22, 2026
31 min
In this episode of Portfolio, Rosie and Seán discuss Break Options including exercising Termination Rights effectively and how to bring a tenancy to an end. They share their insights around Notices, Breaks and they also give some practical steps to take.

Apr 8, 2026
Apr 8, 2026
39 min
Podcast 7: Ongoing Costs: Rent Reviews & Service ChargesIn the seventh episode of this series, Rosie and Seán discuss Rent Structures, Rent Reviews and Incentives. They also cover service charge topics including Caps, Exclusions and Managing Exposure.

Mar 24, 2026
Mar 24, 2026
47 min
Podcast 6: Alienation: Underletting, Assignment & AGAsIn this episode, Rosie and Seán discuss Tenants’ Alienation Provisions including Assignment, Underletting and AGAs. They also chat about managing tenant mobility and understanding Lease Transfer options

Mar 9, 2026
Mar 9, 2026
32 min
Podcast 5: FRI vs IRI, Repairs & Schedules of Condition
The topic of the fifth episode of Portfolio is: FRI vs IRI, Repairs & Schedules of Condition. Rosie Korcz and Seán Hackett also discuss Interim Schedules of Dilapidations if taking on a lease mid-term.

Feb 25, 2026
Feb 25, 2026
29 min
Episode 4: Fit-Outs, Alterations & Reinstatement
In the fourth episode of Portfolio, Rosie Korcz and Seán Hackett chat about Fit-Out and Alteration Controls and managing the risk for both parties. They also discuss Reinstatement Obligations including Preparing for End-of-Term Compliance.

Feb 11, 2026
Feb 11, 2026
28 min
Episode 3: Security of Tenure vs Contracting OutIn the latest episode of Portfolio, Rosie Korcz and Seán Hackett discuss the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954. Topics covered include Security of Tenure vs Contracting Out and the Options to Renew on Contracted-Out Leases.

Jan 28, 2026
Jan 28, 2026
28 min
Episode 2: Leases vs Licences & Agreements for Lease
In this episode of Portfolio, Rosie Korcz and Seán Hackett discuss Leases vs Licences & Agreements for Lease. Topics include getting the Occupation Structure right in leases and why Agreements for Lease are needed and why they matter.

Apr 29, 2025
Apr 29, 2025
38 min
In this first episode of Portfolio, Seán Hackett and Sarah Taylor from our Property Litigation team, discuss the Renters’ Rights Bill. It’s an essential listen for residential landlords in England.
Portfolio is the Property Law podcast from Davis Blank Furniss. It has been created for anyone who works in the Property sector and aims to help them navigate UK property law and legislation.
Produced by dBs Pro and Conker PR. Recorded by Oliver Hughes at dBs Institute Manchester.


