Today, I'm delighted to be joined by Paul Pickering. Now, Paul is a guy who's got a lot going on in his life. He has got a little girl who's two and a half years old. He's just had a little boy with his wife who is currently four weeks old, it's also his birthday on the day we recorded this.So massive Happy birthday to you. Paul is in the process of transitioning out of his career in the military and he's just going into business with a builder that he's been working with for the last couple ...

Balancing Family, Career, and Remote Investing, with Paul Pickering

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Today, we have the pleasure of introducing Louise Smith, a remarkable figure whose story is as compelling as it is inspiring.In the world of horseback riding, Louise is a seasoned equestrian, but her talents and ambitions stretch far beyond the stables.Her venture into the realm of property investment began around 2006, a time shadowed by the looming financial crisis.Yet, with savvy and timing on her side, Louise made a purchase that not only withstood the economic downturn but also taught he...

Building a Business as a Property Mum, with Louise Smith

A couple of weeks ago, we hosted a masterclass on supported living.I'll be honest—I'm far from an expert in supported living, with my knowledge mostly coming from quick Google searches.That's why I invited a good friend and an expert in the field, Chris Bermit, to lead the content for that day.While I took on the role of host, the real insights came from Chris, especially when he introduced us to Laura Ackers, today's special guest.Before this masterclass, I hadn't met Laura, but her presenta...

From Hairdressing to Housing Providers: Laura's Leap Into Supported Living

I first crossed paths with Daniel a few months ago, during one of our commercial to residential open days.Daniel, along with all our guests, shared his introduction, and right away, it was clear he was someone whose story deserved the spotlight.His tale is a beacon of inspiration and motivation, showcasing the remarkable possibilities that come with determination and vision.Daniel's venture into the world of property began about seven years ago, alongside his dad and brother.Together, they em...

It's a Family Affair - How Two Brothers And Their Father Created Freedom From Rent to Rent, with Daniel Blacker

Six years ago, Philippa and Tom Charrier, the dynamic duo behind the Fat Properties brand, graced the IPI podcast with their presence to share the humble beginnings of their student HMO ventures in Lancaster—my old university haunt. About half a year later, Tom made a return appearance to drop a bombshell: he was ditching his day job to plunge headfirst into property investment. We dove deep into their thought process, the meticulous planning that paved the way for this bold move, a...

From HMOs to Hotel Rooms: an update from Philippa and Tom Charrier

I am thrilled to be back today with an episode I am so excited for you to listen to with an amazing lady called Sabine Abdou, a property investor who comes from a background in corporate negotiations - a really switched-on individual who applies her corporate expertise to a lot of the deals that she is doing in property. And today we get into some of those details I think you will find really interesting, like how she applies that background in corporate negotiations to securing all mone...

Balancing Family, Career, and Remote Investing, with Paul Pickering

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