Debbie Ranger | Managing Blocks & Making a Difference

Beyond Four Walls - With Jodie Fraser

In this episode of Beyond Four Walls, I sit down with the brilliant Debbie Ranger, an experienced property manager from JCF Property Management, who has spent over a decade navigating the complexities of block management. Debbie shares her journey in the industry, from gaining her MTPI qualification to tackling the challenges of lone working and managing difficult situations on the ground.

But there’s much more to Debbie than managing buildings—she also dedicates her time to raising funds for Isabel Hospice, a charity that holds deep personal meaning. We dive into her passion for giving back, how she balances the demands of work and charity, and what motivates her both professionally and personally.

Whether you're in the property sector or simply someone who loves hearing stories of resilience, heart, and purpose—you’ll get something from this conversation.

In this episode, we discuss:
✔️ Debbie’s career journey in block management
✔️ The realities and risks of lone working
✔️ Her experience earning an MTPI qualification
✔️ Managing difficult clients and maintaining well-being
✔️ Her heartfelt connection to Isabel Hospice
✔️ Fundraising, cooking, and finding joy outside of work

Connect with Debbie:
🔗 JCF Property Management Website

Thank you to our sponsors Insurety Insurety | Your Specialists for Property Insurance across the UK who are a highly experienced team who work with property professionals across the country.

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Their core areas of focus are blocks of flats, Property Managers, RMC (Residents Management Companies) and RTM (Right to Manage), Freeholders, Retirement Property Managers, Landlords, Pension Funds, Commercial Property Managers and Commercial Landlords.

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