Key Speaker - Nikki Blackburn

Nikki is the Business Director of Bradburn Estates Ltd, with over 12 years’ experience managing rental properties across the Fylde Coast. Throughout her career, she has worked closely with landlords to navigate an ever-changing legislative landscape, ensuring properties remain compliant while protecting long-term rental income. Her hands-on approach means she deals with the practical realities of property management every day, from tenancy compliance and landlord responsibilities to market shifts and evolving tenant expectations. She is ARLA Propertymark qualified, demonstrating a commitment to professional standards, ongoing training, and best practice within the private rented sector. With deep local market knowledge and a clear, practical communication style, Nikki specialises in helping landlords understand what legislative changes actually mean for them and what actions they need to take to stay compliant, confident, and prepared.

Supporting Speaker - Leo Brindle

Leo works alongside Nikki in the Bradburn Estates branch and is an integral part of the day-to-day property management team. Forward-thinking and highly engaged in the evolving private rental sector, Leo is closely involved in tenancy management, compliance, and landlord support. He has a strong understanding of modern property management requirements and is particularly focused on helping landlords adapt to upcoming legislative changes, including the Renters’ Rights Act. Despite being just 20 years old, Leo has a great head for the business and a proactive, detail-driven approach, making him a valuable point of contact for landlord questions during the webinar. He brings a fresh perspective while working closely with experienced professionals to ensure landlords receive clear, practical guidance.

Guest Speaker - Adele Archer

Adele is a specialist mortgage advisor with a focus on residential and buy-to-let mortgages, and is the Business Director of Admarsh Mortgages. With over 20 years of hands-on experience, Adele has advised a wide range of clients — from first-time buyers to experienced landlords — helping them secure the right finance for both personal home purchases and property investments. Alongside advising clients, she also has extensive experience as a property investor herself, giving her a practical, real-world understanding of the challenges and opportunities landlords face. Known for her clear, honest advice and deep industry knowledge, Adele supports landlords in making informed decisions around finance, portfolio growth, refinancing, and long-term strategy.