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Michael Shanly’s Approach to Property That Keeps the High Street Alive | Feature Article

  • Lindsey Schlandt
  • Mar 27
  • 1 min read

A vibrant London high street lined with red brick buildings, independent shops, and pedestrians. This image reflects Michael Shanly’s vision for revitalised urban spaces that support community and long-term investment.

BBNTIMES.COM — This article traces the origins of Sorbon Estates, founded by Michael Shanly in response to the economic crisis of 1974. It highlights how a single decision—to convert a property into rental flats rather than wait out the market—sparked a long-term strategy that continues to shape commercial property investment today.


In a landscape where many landlords are struggling, Shanly’s approach offers a compelling alternative: treat the high street as an ecosystem to nurture, not a commodity to flip. The article ultimately poses a timely question—what kind of property ownership model is best suited to the future of urban life?


 
 
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