How To Financially De-Risk Your Next Development | Episode 86: Mike Gommersall

What if your customer paid for the build and de-risked your entire development?Property developer, Mike Gommersall, breaks down a £1.765m GDV custom build scheme, sharing his journey from full-time mechanical engineer into property, and the real mechanics behind custom builds from planning and finance to managing complexity and client expectations.🏡 Partner offers for property entrepreneurs:GoHighLevel: 30-day free trial: Your all-in-one CRM and automation hub to manage deal pipelines, client communications, handle follow-ups and help you simplify your process: https://www.gohighlevel.com/property-developer-showProperty Filter: 8-day free trial + 50% off your first monthFind motivated sellers, spot profitable deals fast, and get ahead of your competition: https://register.property-filter.co.uk/PDS📱 Property Developer Show:https://instagram.com/propertydevelopershow/https://tiktok.com/@propertydevelopershowhttps://linkedin.com/company/property-developer-showhttps://facebook.com/propertydevelopershowContact Mike:https://linkedin.com/in/mike-gommersall-bb9854222/https://www.peachleyrise.co.uk/https://www.greenlydevelopments.co.uk/🎟️ Join us live at the Property Developer Show as we tour different cities across the UK in 2026! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and grow within the property development community.Register for free tickets at: https://propertydevelopershow.co.uk00:00 From engineer to property developer08:42 Property Developer Show09:10 What made you take the leap11:30 What shaped your property journey 15:12 Building your power team17:14 Complexities of custom builds for multiple customers20:05 Structuring finance for custom builds22:20 Planning permission25:20 Finance for custom builds28:51 The numbers behind a £1.765m GDV project31:17 GoHighLevel32:39 Cont: The numbers behind a £1.765m GDV project35:52 Why I chose custom developments40:03 Is custom build right for you? 47:55 Connect with MikeProperty Developer Show ©️ serves solely as a podcast platform. The perspectives and opinions presented by our guests, sponsors, and third-party contributors are independent and do not represent our own views, nor should they be considered as investment advice. We do not provide guidance on investment strategies for individuals or organisations. It is recommended that all investment decisions be approached with caution under the supervision of professional advice. Some episodes, descriptions, or related content may contain affiliate links. If you choose to use these links, Property Developer Show may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Property Developer Show is a trading style of Voxity Media Ltd. ©️ 2025 Voxity Media Ltd.