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#236 Our WhatsApp group When times are tough, it’s even more important to buy well. No one buys better than cash buying companies. How do they do it? This episode lifts the lid. But this episode is not just about getting a discount. It’s more of a microcosm of how to run a property business. It encapsulates how to buy well, sell well and get your money working as hard and efficiently as possible throughout the process. Jonathan Rolande is my expert guest this week. Jon...
#235 Our WhatsApp group How would you like to make up to £100,000 for a 6–9-month project. Sounds good right? Kazeem Alli-Balogun is better known as Property By Kazy. Kazy has more nearly a decade of experience transforming properties in affluent London neighborhoods like Clapham, Maida Vale, and Fulham. Many of them were bought as one beds and reconfigured into two beds without adding to the floor space. This episode comprehensively breaks down how you can do it too. We discuss: ...
#234 Get your tickets for Property & Poppadoms Hong Kong (Tuesday September 16 2025) Our WhatsApp group The government seems determined to squeeze landlords dry, making returns increasingly slim. Rising costs, complex regulations, and uncertain market conditions make property investment look more like a financial trap than a wealth-building strategy. So is UK property still worth the hassle in 2025? In this week's show, Mark Morris shares his opinion. Mark Morris has bee...
#233 Get your tickets for Property & Poppadoms Hong Kong (Tuesday September 16 2025) Our WhatsApp group Staying in the UK Property loop has never been as important as it is today. So, finding a community of like-minded people is crucial. This episode taps into the knowledge and wisdom of some of the most experienced people in the business giving you all the tips and tricks you need to network like a pro. Featuring contributions from: Saj Husain Danny Inman Bronwen ...
#232 WhatsApp group This episode focuses on mitigating remote investing risks , particularly around viewings. Contributions from: from Jake Barlow, Mike Stenhouse, Adam Lawrence, Darren McNeill, Rob Dix, Steven Pardoe, Andrew Brown (#42) & (#53), Patrick Sullivan, Piotr Rusinek (#42) & (#46) & (#53) Ed Mead, Paul Fowler, Gary Neilson, Kirsty Wilson. Goals Trust Risk 1 Risk 2 We discuss: Remote investing AdvantagesRisk mitigationFocusing on one areaUnderstanding goals&n...
#231 Join our WhatsApp group Giveaway from Hammered (worth £1,000) Recent episodes have demonstrated that the UK property market is currently experiencing significant challenges. Properties remaining unsold for monthsRising costs and reduced buyer activityUncertainty around the renters rights bill The Impact of stamp duty changes and Section 24 have all contributed to traditional sales methods becoming sticky or protracted. One solution is selling at auction. Which is what ...
#230 I'd Like Help With Setting My Goals Leave a review Join our WhatsApp group / access 37 Question Due Diligence Checklist / 23 Step Guide to Buying Property at Auction Instagram Exclusive Property Engine discounts (Code: EXPAT) Starter package: 30 day trial Pro package 30 day trial, then 3 months 1/2 price, Ultimate package, 1/2 price 3 months Do you invest in Houses of Multiple Occupation? Have you thought about investing in HMOs? Are you still thinking of in...
#229 You’ve probably heard lots of people in UK Property talking about creative strategies such as Vendor Finance, Control Now Buy Later or Exchange with Delayed Completion. Maybe you're a little sceptical about the true potential of these lesser known property tools, particularly as an overseas, remote investor. In this week's show,, I talk to Motiul Islam a seasoned property investor with over 20 years of experience, known for his transparency, willingness to share knowledge, and pro...
How to recognize, enhance, and then extract the values from UK property? That’s the question we’d all like an answer to, right? This episode will give you some ideas. Patricia Ogunfeibo is is a solicitor turned full time property professional professional. Patricia is the host of the podcast Maximising Property Values And the author of 'Be Prepared: Renters' Rights & Residential Landlords in UK' During the episode, we discuss Patricia's purchase of a two-bedroom London flat. H...
It’s a dangerous time to be uninformed as a UK property investor There's the imminent advent of the Renters’ Rights Act. The much mooted changes to EPC regulations, Not to mention the mounting speculation over the need for large tax rises to cover the multibillion-pound shortfall in public finances. So where does this all leave you as a UK property investor. This episode will help you decide as I talk to Graham Kinnear. In a career spanning four decades, Graham has turned hi...
The UK property landscape is undergoing massive changes in 2025. This is NOT an episode you can afford to miss. Ryan Heaven is consultant solicitor at Woodstock Legal Services. He's a Landlord and Tenant specialist, who describes himself as the Swiss Army knife of the Private rental sector. Ryan has specific expertise in evictions. In this episode, he’s giving us an update on the Renters’ Rights Bill. In the episode, we discuss: All Tenancies To Become Periodic: Fixed term tenancies wil...
#225 Do you know your bitumen from your Bressummer Beams? Your helical bars from your horizontal beds? Or your cavity walls from your crack monitoring studs? This week, we fill one more gap in the back catalogue with a deep dive into all things structural. Paul Fowler is a surveyor with 20 years experience and a particular interest in subsidence. We discuss: · Key Warning Signs Outside the Property: Start your property viewing before leaving the car! Find out how cr...
#224 Sometimes you’ve gotta zig while others zag. If you follow the herd, then you’ll get average results. By going with the flow, you increase your competition. So while the North West of England is hugely competitive right now, just a hop, skip and a jump across the Irish Sea in Belfast, you could pick up a two or three bed city centre house for just £140,000. And a gross rental income north of £900 a month. So if you’re looking for a location with a lower entry point AND a healthy do...
#223 EPC knowledge represents the ultimate difference between UK property survival or total business collapse. Understanding the changes to Energy Performance Certificates is absolutely critical. EPCs are actually a bigger deal than the renters rights bill. Make sure you listen to the end of the show for the actions you need to take to make sure you’re not caught out. And, for the opportunites that all of this could create. This episode leans heavily on content from The Inde...
#222 Choosing the right location for an HMO is crucial. You need primary locations where tenant demand is strong. But these are often in Article 4 areas. Most are overpriced. In this episode, we reveal the secret sauce to getting an HMO in an Article 4 area. Tristan Gordon of Zebra Invest is the perfect person to talk about HMOs. He helps landlords navigate the complexities of regulations through his company HMO Compliant We discuss: HMO Locations: The importance of selecting strong-de...
#221 Some people in UK property prefer to buy flats. Some people prefer houses. Where do your preferences lie? Is your preference the same now as a few years ago? This episode takes you through the advantages and disadvantages of both property types to bring your knowledge on this topic up to date. By the end of the show, you’ll have a better idea of where you stand in 2025: Flats or Houses. Overview of seven advantages of houses over flats:Greater control as a freeholder versus leaseho...
#220 This episode explores how Matt, a Singapore-based expat, got started in UK property. You’ll see the steps he took, the challenges he faced and lessons he learned. You’ll get to see the detail behind the three deals he’s done so far: two buy to lets and one HMO. During the episode, we discuss: · Choosing Property over Stocks: Matt found stocks and shares less predictable and exciting, preferring the tangible, long-term benefits of UK property. ·...
#219 Finding trustworthy people to work with is probably the biggest challenge facing remote investors of UK Property. Charles H Green is the author of The Trusted Advisor and founder of Trusted Advisors Associates. He has been exploring, researching and advising on TRUST for more than 25 years. Few people on the planet know as much about the topic of trust as Charlie. We discuss: Two sides of trust: Trust involves both being trustworthy and being willing to trust others. You have to fo...
#218 Are you thinking of buying your first UK investment property? Have you had enough of the UK and are thinking of leaving for pastures new and becoming an expat? Are you perhaps scared to take the leap and are looking for a little inspiration? Are you wondering what it would all look like for YOU? These are just some of the questions that this week’s show will get you thinking about. Tanya Summer's family moved to Dubai in 2022 following her husband's long-standing ...
#217 Have you thought about flipping UK property to make some cash? Have you thought about buying a property to flip via the so-called modern method of auction using companies like I Am Sold? Have you wondered how to buy a property at discount without having to build relationships with lots and lots of estate agents in your chosen location? Well, if you thought about any of these three questions before then this episode is for you. And if you’ve thought about all three...
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