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Belair Property Talks 2026

Insight. Strategy. Real Conversations.

Talk 1 – 04 March 2026 From 4pm to 6.30pm to be held at our Belair Property Head office, 118/119 Triq it-Torri, Sliema

From Capital to Keys – Banking and Borrowing for Property Investment

Speakers: Miguel Calleja (APS Bank) & Patrick Debattista (Finance For You)

Access to finance is the engine behind every property deal.
In this session, we explore how banks assess risk, how lending policies are evolving, and how investors can structure borrowing intelligently in today’s market.

Whether you’re acquiring your first investment property or expanding a portfolio, understanding the mindset behind funding decisions is critical.

“Miguel is a banking and financial services professional with over a decade of experience, mainly spanning retail banking, wealth management, product development, strategic planning, financial and analytical modelling, and change management. After graduating in Business Administration from Royal Holloway, University of London, his career has focused on shaping customer‑centric strategies and driving data‑informed transformation within financial services. He is passionate about corporate strategy, tech innovation, and building value propositions that enhance long‑term organisational performance and stakeholder value.”

 “Patrick is a full time Financial Coach and keynote speaker with 20 years of financial experience.   In 2023, he founded Finance For You, a growing community of 40,000 people focused on making financial knowledge practical and accessible.  He delivers financial wellbeing programmes for organisations that have their employees’ financial futures at heart. His public Money Management and Investing Masterclasses have been attended by over 500 people. Patrick is a CFA charter holder and CPA, and holds master’s degrees in financial Analysis and Accounting.  He is a Lecturer at the University of Malta and various business schools at Master’s level.”

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Talk 2 – 30th April 2026 From 5 to 7 pm

Marketing – Evolve or Die

Speakers: Josh O’Cock & Zack Ritchie

In today’s fast-moving world, standing still is not an option. Marketing has become crucial to every business, not just as a tool to promote products, but as a strategy to stay ahead of the game in an ever-changing environment. Success requires not only evolving your brand, but also marketing yourself—the way you, your team, and your business are perceived.

Join us for the next edition of Belair Talks, featuring marketing visionaries Zach Ritchie and Josh O’Cock, as they reveal how to thrive in this dynamic landscape. Expect insights on:

Emerging trends that are redefining how brands communicate.

Data-driven decision making that turns insights into measurable results.

The digital evolution—how to leverage tools without losing the human touch.

Creative risk-taking—why playing it safe is the fastest route to irrelevance.

Personal and professional branding—how marketing yourself is now as important as marketing your business.

Whether you’re leading a brand, growing a business, or simply curious about the future of marketing, this session will challenge your thinking and give you practical takeaways to evolve—or risk being left behind.

Stay ahead. Adapt. Market smarter—your future depends on it

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Talk 3 – June 2026 (Date TBC)

Succession Planning: Preparing Your Property Portfolio for the Next Generation

Property is often a family’s most valuable asset. But without structure and planning, wealth can become complexity.
This talk focuses on strategic planning for long-term portfolio protection, governance, tax considerations, and preparing the next generation to manage and grow what has been built.
Legacy doesn’t happen by accident.

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Talk 4 – September 2026 (Date TBC)

The Current State of Real Estate Advisory in Malta

What does real estate advisory really mean in today’s market?
Is the industry evolving — or standing still?
This discussion explores the role of advisory, professionalism, regulation, and how the sector must adapt to meet the expectations of modern investors and clients.
An honest look at where we are — and where we need to go.

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Talk 5 – November 2026 (Date TBC)

Understanding the Numbers Behind the Residential Market in Malta

Headlines create noise. Data creates clarity.
This session breaks down the numbers shaping Malta’s residential market — pricing trends, supply dynamics, buyer behaviour, and forward indicators.
For anyone making serious decisions, understanding the numbers is non-negotiable.

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