The Property Podcast

Episode 250!  Can you believe it?  So much has happened in 2017 and this week we take a look back at the year that was and discuss what’s on the horizon for 2018. Interest rates, mortgage interest rate relief, PRA, lending rules - What’s happened in the past 12 months, how have things played out and how it’ll all affect your property journey in the coming year. We also unveil some of our super exciting plans for 2018! IF YOU ENJOYED THE PROPERTY PODCAST, PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW ON ITUNES Reviews are really important in helping other people to find the show, so by way of thanks we read out every single review we receive on air. If you’d like to hear your name on the show, leave us a review on iTunes here. Not sure how to leave a review? This video shows you how to review and subscribe on iTunes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foolish we know, but we’re doing it again.  Predictions for 2018.  We start by looking back at last year to see how we did, then we’ll set our sights 12 months into the future. Will there be growth? Will interest rates increase? Will we ever correct predict the London market? IF YOU ENJOYED THE PROPERTY PODCAST, PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW ON ITUNES Reviews are really important in helping other people to find the show, so by way of thanks we read out every single review we receive on air. If you’d like to hear your name on the show, leave us a review on iTunes here. Not sure how to leave a review? This video shows you how to review and subscribe on iTunes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raindrops on roses And podcasts on business. E-books about bitcoin. And Rob D’s bluetooth speaker… These are a few of our favourite things… What a year!  So many great podcasts, books, apps and tech.  This is what we enjoyed in 2017. Podcasts Reply All – Long Distance Noah Kagan Presents  (We actually had Noah on The Property Podcast a while back.  You can find that episode here) Butterfly Effect  Masters of Scale with Reid Hoffman  Books Principles – Ray Dalio Art of not giving a fuck – Mark Manson The Snowball: Warren Buffett –  Alice Schroeder And documentary becoming Warren Buffett (Use audio from documentary rather than the book on this one) American Kingpin – Nick Bilton Digital Gold – Nathaniel Popper Behave – Robert Sapolsky Apps/tech Bluetooth speaker  Pocketcasts  Amazon echo  Insight Timer  Pocket  IF YOU ENJOYED THE PROPERTY PODCAST, PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW ON ITUNES Reviews are really important in helping other people to find the show, so by way of thanks we read out eve

Investment in an area makes it a good candidate to buy property to benefit from increasing population, new employers, better leisure facilities, transport etc. But what counts as a regeneration project big enough to make a difference? Does your investment area have any major regeneration projects happening?  We take a look across the country so you know what’s happening and where. NEWS THIS WEEK 4000 Landlords Letting Illegally.  It’s a bold headline about a Welsh Government scheme, but what can we find out after a little digging?  Read the article for yourself right here RESOURCE OF THE WEEK “It’s basically free money” - Now that’s a resource of the week!  That’s direct from Honey’s website - a handy chrome extension that helps you find coupons to save money when shopping online.  Give it a try at joinhoney.com IF YOU ENJOYED THE PROPERTY PODCAST, PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW ON ITUNES Reviews are really important in helping other people to find the show, so by way of thanks we read out every single review w

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Santa Claus pays the Rob's a visit and... ...asks Rob & Rob... some interesting questions! ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. NEED MORE ANSWERS? The Property Hub Summit is the place to get all your questions personally answered by Rob & Rob, and build a network of other smart, motivated investors. Over the course of a full day at a swanky hotel we'll help you set your goals, form a plan to get you there, overcome your obstacles, and give you the support system you need to make sure nothing gets in your way. Just don't hang around - there are only four Summits each year, and just 8 places available at each! Interested? Click here to find out more. See omnystudio.com/liste

A recent episode of Dispatches called “Is Britain Full?” looked at the divide between the North and South of England.  We’ve broken down and dissected the episode to help inform you about the regions to enable to you really look at what’s going on with regard to population, development, infrastructure and what it means for you as in investor. You can watch the full Dispatches episode right here. NEWS THIS WEEK The Budget dominated the news this week.  We’ve gone through it to find out how it affects Housing, Landlords and you. RESOURCE OF THE WEEK To make sure you’re completely covered and prepared for the changes in the Budget, our resource of the week is this great Budget calculator from the BBC. See if you’re going to be better off right here IF YOU ENJOYED THE PROPERTY PODCAST, PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW ON ITUNES Reviews are really important in helping other people to find the show, so by way of thanks we read out every single review we receive on air. If you’d like to hear your name on the show, leav

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Steve... ...asks Rob & Rob... How should I plan to get the most out of 2018? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. NEED MORE ANSWERS? The Property Hub Summit is the place to get all your questions personally answered by Rob & Rob, and build a network of other smart, motivated investors. Over the course of a full day at a swanky hotel we'll help you set your goals, form a plan to get you there, overcome your obstacles, and give you the support system you need to make sure nothing gets in your way. Just don't hang around - there are only four Summits each year, and just 8 places available at each! Interested? Click here to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac

A lot has changed between episode 1 and now.  Mortgages rules, tax laws, areas to invest - the list goes on.  With all that, we’ve changed our minds about a few things too.  This week we’re taking a look back at some of the things we’ve said in the past and exploring what’s different – and how to continue to being a successful property investor. RESOURCE OF THE WEEK Faster than typing.  No that’s not a typo.  It’s a tool called Loom that makes it easier to send video messages to members of your team rather than type them out. Go to useloom.com to get it for free and start recording! NEWS THIS WEEK “Household Finance Under Strain As Nationwide Warns Of Tough Times Ahead” as Nationwide - the country’s biggest lender moves into the limited company market, the Guardian gives us a headline to be wary of. But does it reveal the full story? IF YOU ENJOYED THE PROPERTY PODCAST, PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW ON ITUNES Reviews are really important in helping other people to find the show, so by way of thanks we read ou

It’s time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Karmjit… …ask Rob & Rob… Questions on the snagging process; pets; and flooring. ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don’t be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever’s on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. NEED MORE ANSWERS? The Property Hub Summit is the place to get all your questions personally answered by Rob & Rob, and build a network of other smart, motivated investors. Over the course of a full day at a swanky hotel we’ll help you set your goals, form a plan to get you there, overcome your obstacles, and give you the support system you need to make sure nothing gets in your way. Just don’t hang around – there are only four Summits each year, and just 8 places available at each! Interested? Click here to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri

This week we’re very lucky to be joined by mortgage broker Dave Cookson to talk us through all the changes going on in the mortgage market at the moment. And there are a lot of them! We talk about: What the impact of the recent base rate rise has been so far, and what’s likely to happen in the future How lenders are applying the recent "portfolio landlord" requirements How the increased regulation around affordability has affected the market What’s happening with Limited Company mortgages right now The products that have caught Dave’s eye recently What he thinks will happen in the year ahead It’s been one heck of a year for the mortgage market, so now is the perfect time to take stock. This is a must-listen as you start planning your strategy for next year! RESOURCE OF THE WEEK Surely it can’t be…yes, it’s another interactive map! This tool from the BBC tells you how much of your local area is built on. We were shocked to learn that across the UK as a whole, only 6% of land is built on and more t

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Matt from Birmingham and Matt from London… ...ask Rob & Rob... What types of finance can I get as a first-time developer? PLUS: What's the tax implication of repayment mortgages? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. NEED MORE ANSWERS? The Property Hub Summit is the place to get all your questions personally answered by Rob & Rob, and build a network of other smart, motivated investors. Over the course of a full day at a swanky hotel we'll help you set your goals, form a plan to get you there, overcome your obstacles, and give you the support system you need to make sure nothing gets in your way. Just don't hang around - there are only four Summits each year, and just 8 plac

This week we take a deep dive into the research you should be doing when buying in a new development. Particularly when you're looking at off-plan opportunities, the promises of developers can look great – but there are dangers too, and plenty of unwary investors have ended up with a problem property...or no property at all! To make sure you're protected, Rob B runs us through the checks he makes at RMP Property when assessing a deal. There's a lot to it, so have your notepad at the ready... Resource of the week Would it surprise you to hear that in 58% of the country, house prices are lower now than they were in 2007 by the time you've taken inflation into account? Well, it's true – and with this interactive map from the BBC you can see exactly where prices are higher in real terms than they were a decade ago, and where they're lower. Thank you to Paul for sending this our way! News this week The Bank of England base rate has risen...all the way back up to the dizzy heights of the previous historic lo

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Matt & another listener… ...ask Rob & Rob... How do I know there's tenant demand in my target area? PLUS: How should I invest £50k? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. NEED MORE ANSWERS? The Property Hub Summit is the place to get all your questions personally answered by Rob & Rob, and build a network of other smart, motivated investors. Over the course of a full day at a swanky hotel we'll help you set your goals, form a plan to get you there, overcome your obstacles, and give you the support system you need to make sure nothing gets in your way. Just don't hang around - there are only four Summits each year, and just 8 places available at each! Interested? Click here t

Doesn’t time fly? It’s been 10 years since the credit crunch got underway – and looking back at the decade since, there are some valuable lessons to take into the next cycle. We talk about: The timing of market drops What happened with the availability of credit How to take advantage of the next upswing… …And how to position yourself to profit from the crash And most importantly, what you can expect to be on TV over the next 10 years! RESOURCE OF THE WEEK If you’re a fan of power naps, check out Pzizz. It’s a free app that uses "binaural beats" to get you to drop off straight away, then wake up feeling refreshed. Try it at home next time you need a mid-day boost…or try it in the office if you’re not that attached to your job. NEWS THIS WEEK It’s another government crackdown! This time, the government is looking into the house buying process – as the BBC reports. Credit to them for noticing – but they’ve announced so many different reviews recently, don’t hold your breath for something to be done

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Sam Jones & Stephen from Edinburgh… ...ask Rob & Rob... How do you pick the best off-plan plot? PLUS: What do you think about "life tenancies"? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. NEED MORE ANSWERS? The Property Hub Summit is the place to get all your questions personally answered by Rob & Rob, and build a network of other smart, motivated investors. Over the course of a full day at a swanky hotel we'll help you set your goals, form a plan to get you there, overcome your obstacles, and give you the support system you need to make sure nothing gets in your way. Just don't hang around - there are only four Summits each year, and just 8 places available at each! Interested? 

Do you know your GDV from your LTV, your Section 21 from your Section 8 and your ROI from your SVR? If not, never fear: this week we’re busting some property investing jargon! There are all kinds of acronyms and specialist pieces of terminology that get thrown around in property investing circles – and if you’re new to it, it can be intimidating to ask what on earth everyone is talking about. This week (a mere 240 episodes too late) we’re bringing you up to speed. (And if you consider yourself an expert, we bet there are still one or two you won’t be sure about!) Along the way we reference the following episodes and resources: Episode 20: Yields explained Episode 203: Don’t be afraid of bridging finance Free course: Should you use a limited company to invest in property? (free account required) Episode 213: Everything you need to know about leaseholds RESOURCE OF THE WEEK It’s another interactive map! The BBC has put together a handy resource showing where in the country you can afford to rent

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Anthony & Jez from London… ...ask Rob & Rob... How do I overcome my lack of credit history? PLUS: Should I extend or refinance? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. NEED MORE ANSWERS? The Property Hub Summit is the place to get all your questions personally answered by Rob & Rob, and build a network of other smart, motivated investors. Over the course of a full day at a swanky hotel we'll help you set your goals, form a plan to get you there, overcome your obstacles, and give you the support system you need to make sure nothing gets in your way. Just don't hang around - there are only four Summits each year, and just 8 places available at each! Interested? Click here to fi

Pack your umbrella, this week we're taking you on a tour of "The North". You won't find either "The North" or the "Northern Powerhouse" on a map, because it's actually a collection of different regions – all with their own investment case, and things to look out for. We introduce you to and compare: Liverpool Manchester Sheffield Leeds and West Yorkshire The North East And importantly, if you've had your head turned by somewhere far from home, we wrap it all up with some tips for staying safe while making that investment happen. Resource of the week RMP Property has put together a free guide to the Northern Powerhouse from an investor's perspective, going into more detail on all the areas we talked about this week. You can grab your copy here. News this week "Are longer mortgages the answer to high property prices?", asks the BBC. "No, they're a cause of high property prices", we reply – and it has interesting implications from an investor's point of view. Join the conversation Do you invest a

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Sam from London and Matt from Birmingham… ...ask Rob & Rob... How do I sell a property to my own company? PLUS: Any tips for renovations? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. NEED MORE ANSWERS? The Property Hub Summit is the place to get all your questions personally answered by Rob & Rob, and build a network of other smart, motivated investors. Over the course of a full day at a swanky hotel we'll help you set your goals, form a plan to get you there, overcome your obstacles, and give you the support system you need to make sure nothing gets in your way. Just don't hang around - there are only four Summits each year, and just 8 places available at each! Interested? Click

This week we're talking about how to conduct a viewing. Whether you're showing your property to rent or sell, there are a few simple techniques you can use to radically boost your chances of sealing the deal once you get people through the door. (A good companion to this episode is Episode 231 on how to find tenants, so you can get those viewings set up first.) We also look over the Labour and Conservative housing policies that have emerged from the party conferences in recent weeks. What are the politicians planning to throw at landlords next? Take a listen and we'll reveal all! Resource of the week Huawei mobile wifi is a lifesaver as a backup for if your internet connection goes down – or you can use it to get wifi access on the move. Just pop a SIM card into this tiny device, and it'll broadcast a 4G signal to all your devices...so no excuse for missing the podcast, wherever you are and whatever's going on! Join the conversation Have you picked up any tricks from doing your own viewings? Or do yo