#304

UK property auctions are seeing a wave of caution following Keir Starmer's resignation 

Not to mention uncertainty around Andy Burnham's stance on landlords and stamp duty.

But according to auction specialist Jay Howard from Hammered Auctions  that nervousness is creating one of the best buying windows in years for an unloved asset class: flats.

In this month's auction update, the Expat Property Guy and Jay break down why one and two-bedroom flats are sitting unsold at auction despite having no real defects.

They also cover why most of the ESW1 cladding issues that scared buyers off for years are now resolved.

And why political noise around leasehold reform is masking a genuine opportunity for UK property investors — including expats buying remotely.

What you'll learn:

Why political uncertainty (Starmer's resignation, Andy Burnham's potential mayoral influence) hit auction activity within 48 hours, while the open market typically lags 6-8 weeks behind.

How professional auction traders read short-term weakness as a buying signal, and the 8-12 week capital cycle they typically work to.

Why leaseholders are largely unaffected by current Leasehold Reform Act changes, even though freeholders are.

The specific signs Jay looks for when judging whether a flat is a genuine bargain or genuinely risky (decent lease terms, resolved ESW1 certification, minimal refurb need).

Why long-term buy-and-hold landlords are far less exposed to this volatility than short-term traders or sellers forced into a sale.

If you're an expat investor wondering whether now is the time to pick up an undervalued UK flat at auction, this episode lays out exactly what to check before you bid.

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We discuss:

• UK Property Auctions React to Keir Starmer Stepping Down
• Immediate Impact of Political Uncertainty on UK Auctions
• Savills and Auction House London Face Tough Auction Days
• Speed of Market Reaction in UK Property Auctions
• Estate Agency Market Delays Compared to Auctions
• UK Property Investors Show Caution Amidst Political Changes
• Andy Burnham’s Property Stance Worries UK Landlords
• Unelected Leaders and Lack of Manifesto Increase UK Property Uncertainty
• Investor Behaviours Shift in Uncertain UK Property Markets
• Long-Term UK Property Investors Less Price Sensitive
• Yield Still Attractive Compared to UK Bank Rates
• Risk Profile Important for UK Property Investing
• UK Property Traders Buy During Market Weakness
• Trading Cycles: 8-12 Weeks in UK Property Auctions
• End User Flats in UK Seen as Undervalued
• Leasehold Reform and UK Flats Market Challenges
• Opportunities in London Flats: Prices Drop Significantly
• HMOs in UK Hit by Rising Energy Costs
• Capital Appreciation Potential for UK Flats Buyers
• Advice: Watch UK Property Auctions for Hidden Opportunities

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#303

Do you struggle with the idea of investing in UK property from overseas because of being hundreds or thousands of miles away? 

Well in this episode, you can draw inspiration from someone who’s not quite in the same boat as you, but he’s more than likely in a boat right now. 

Stefhan Malherbe is a South African yacht captain with over 20 years at sea and a passion for UK property. 

He started investing in South Africa, then bought duplexes in Florida and buy‑to‑let houses in the UK. 

In this episode, Stefhan reveals why he prefers to invest in sub 100K UK Buy-to-Let property.

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We discuss:

1. Investing in UK Property from Overseas: Common Concerns
2. Stefan Malherbe Shares His Expat Property Journey
3. From South Africa to South London: Early Career Moves
4. Buying and Selling South African Real Estate: Key Lessons
5. Impact of Currency Fluctuations on Property Investments
6. Challenges of Investing in Weak Currencies vs UK Property
7. Learning Property Strategies From US Real Estate Seminars
8. Small Multifamily Property Investing Explained
9. Buying a Mobile Home Park: High Return Property Strategy
10. Management Challenges With Mobile Home Parks vs UK Properties
11. Transitioning to UK Property Investment: Timeline and Milestones
12. Buying Residential Property in Guildford, UK
13. UK Property Refurbishment: Adding Value and Equity
14. Using Cash-Out Refinance to Fund Buy-to-Let Properties
15. Outsourcing UK Property Sourcing for Efficient Scale
16. Comparing North vs South: UK Property Yields and Price
17. Problems Faced: Tenant Eviction in UK Property
18. Importance of Rent Guarantee Insurance for UK Landlords
19. Conveyancing Challenges for Overseas UK Property Buyers
20. Building a UK Property Portfolio Remotely and Effectively

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#302

If you're looking to buy UK property from overseas, you might want to consider Burnley.

Once a month I’m joined by Darren McNeill from our sponsors FMP to look back at a deal he sourced for a client 5 years ago.

This month, we discuss a buy-to-let in Burnley, Lancashire BB11 2LN.

Darren explains how Burnley has benefited from the Manchester 'ripple effect' and how the outskirts of Burnley are undergoing the same process.

We revisit the journey of a three-bedroom mid-terrace house purchased for just £60,000.

We explore its impressive capital growth and rental yields, and dive into the changing landscape of Burnley as an investment hotspot.

Finnigan McNeill Property specialise in high-yielding turnkey properties in the Northwest for under 125K.

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We discuss:

• UK Property deal review: Healywood Road, Burnley
• Buy to let property bought for £60,000 in 2021
• UK Property rents projected at £500 per month
• Current property value estimated at £90,000
• Five-year capital growth in UK Property highlighted
• Current rental income now £750 a month
• Rent increases in UK Property since COVID
• UK Property average tenancy length under three years
• More tenant changes in some UK rental properties
• Burnley UK Property market overview and potential
• Burnley’s capital growth in UK Property market
• Government Levelling Up funding boosts Burnley Property
• University and transport upgrades in Burnley, UK
• Burnley town centre regeneration for UK Property
• Effective landlord licensing in Burnley rental market
• Burnley council’s proactive role in UK rentals
• Burnley UK Property prices rising post-COVID
• Average price for 2-bed buy to let in Burnley
• Comparing two bed vs three bed UK Property
• Best UK Property investment strategy: numbers-driven approach

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#301

When you’re thousands of miles away from your chosen investment patch, and you’re looking for a deal, one of the first things you’re going to have to do is to estimate the cost of bringing the property up to the standard of the value of the most expensive property on the street.

But how can you estimate the refurb cost from a video tour or even the photos alone?

Or how can you verify that the refurb costs you’ve been given by your builder or a sourcing agent are realistic?

They say there’s no substitute for viewing the property yourself. But perhaps there is? 

Tony Walker is a construction and property development consultant with a background spanning building merchants, contracting, and project delivery. 

Together with web developer Richard Devonport, he has co-founded Refurb Calculator

This is an episode you won't want to miss!

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We discuss:

• Estimating UK property refurb costs remotely
• Tools for UK property investors abroad
• Refurb calculator for UK property projects
• Importance of accurate UK property measurements
• Using floor plans for UK property analysis
• Verifying builder estimates on UK property refurbs
• Room by room UK property costing
• Risks of video tours in UK property investments
• Hidden costs in UK property refurbishments
• Free versus paid UK property calculators
• Selecting crucial measurements for UK property estimates
• Importance of mechanical and electrical systems in UK property
• Spotting strategic item placement in UK property video tours
• Dealing with UK property listings lacking photos
• Dangers of price per square meter in UK property
• How to use area data for UK property estimates
• Impact of regional costing differences in UK property
• AI in UK property refurb estimating
• Speed as an advantage in UK property deals
• Future developments in UK property estimating tools

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#300

To celebrate Episode 300 we take you back through some of the features that have fallen by the wayside.

Think of it as a nostalgic trip down memory lane for those of you who’ve been here from the start or a way to pique your interest in the back catalogue if you're a more recent listener.

I'm sure you'll have as much fun listening as I did putting it all together.

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Features From The Past

• Soap Story: Retrospective look at the host's personal property journey in a serial, “what happens next” format.
• Monopoly Challenge: Guests have 30 seconds to name as many Monopoly board squares as possible without repetition.
• Guest Jokes: Guests bring a joke related to property to the interview.
• Postcode Challenge: Guests answer three multiple-choice questions about their chosen postcode area.
• Desert Island Property Disc: Guests select a song related to property they would take to a desert island (no repeats allowed).
• My Minimo: Guests choose three ideal (historical, living, or fictional) housemates for a mini HMO (house of multiple occupancy).
• Property Adjectives: Guests pick three adjectives they think are key for successful property investing.
• Property Disasters: Guests recount their worst property-related mishaps and share the lessons learned.

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#299

Whether you’re thousands of miles away or even just hundreds of miles away, you’re going to need people to help you. 

So I’ve trawled through the back catalogue to find the best advice on choosing who to work with. 

And how to go about it.

This episode features contributions from:

Helen Godbold-Eade (Episode 7)

Grant Williams  (Episode 149) 

Charlie Green (Episode 219)

Darren McNeill (Episode 240)

Sally Cope (Episode 114)

Scott Williams (Episode 289)

John Howard  (Episode 19)

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We discuss:

• Building a Trusted Network in UK Property
• Importance of Ethical Partners in UK Property Investment
• Challenges for Expats Investing in UK Property
• Role of Financial Advisors in UK Property Deals
• How to Identify Good UK Property Advisors
• Understanding Motives of UK Property Partners
• Truth vs. Sales Pitch in UK Property Advice
• The Necessity of Honest Feedback in UK Property
• Tips for Vetting UK Property Professionals
• Strategies for Assessing Trust in UK Property Relationships
• The "7114 Model" for UK Property Networking
• Building UK Property Trust Quickly and Effectively
• Rental Return Guarantees in UK Property Management
• Benefits of Local Expertise in UK Property Investment
• Using Psychometric Tools for UK Property Teams
• Outsourcing Tasks in UK Property Businesses
• Complementary Skills in UK Property Team Building
• Risks of Relying on Recommendations in UK Property
• Importance of Experience in UK Property Project Management
• Advantages of Bigger Developments for Remote UK Property Investors

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#298

This is our monthly roundup of news affecting UK Property investors.

This month's news items:

1. UK House Prices Falling
   • UK house prices have dropped for the third consecutive month, with the Halifax House Price Index reporting a 0.1% decline, bringing the average home price to just under £299,000. 
2. House Price Gap Between London and Other UK Cities Narrowing
   • The Financial Times reports that the gap between London house prices and other UK cities is the narrowest since 2009
3. London Flats Underperforming
   • Flats in London, especially small ones, are performing poorly, with nearly half now selling for less than their previous purchase price—even for properties bought 20 years ago.
4. Landlord Demand and Supply Trends
   • According to the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA), 77% of landlords saw strong tenant demand in late 2025. But while tenant demand rises supply is falling due to landlords selling up.
5. Top 10 Most Livable Cities for Expats

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We discuss:

1. UK Property Prices Fall for Third Straight Month
2. Halifax House Price Index Reports 0.1% Drop
3. Average UK Property Price Now Under £299,000
4. House Price Indices Exclude Cash Buyer Transactions
5. Savills Revises 2026 UK Property Price Forecast
6. 6% Swing in Savills UK Property Predictions
7. Impact of Global Events on UK Property Market
8. Opportunities for UK Property Buyers Amidst Downturn
9. UK Property Prices Cheapest in 20 Years (Inflation-Adjusted)
10. Myths About the “Average” UK Property
11. London vs. UK Cities: Property Price Gap Narrows
12. Manchester Property Prices Surge 71% in a Decade
13. London Property Prices Up Only 9% Since 2016
14. Flats in London Selling Below Purchase Price
15. Two and Three Bed Flats in London Lose Value
16. Inner London Flats Drop 6% in Selling Price
17. UK Landlords Reporting Strong Tenant Demand
18. Landlords Selling More UK Property Than Buying
19. Government Data: UK Rental Property Supply Decreases
20. Top 10 Most Liveable Cities for Expats Announced

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#297

Imagine a world where almost nothing is leasehold.

Where one missing toilet can change how a whole deal is valued

And where pre-auction bargains are the norm

In this episode, I talk to Scottish investor and auctioneer Luis Guarín of Prime Property Auctions  about:

• How the Scottish market really works, 
• Why home reports can be both a blessing and a problem
• How traders are making serious money under the tax threshold

If you invest in the UK, you need to understand Scotland.

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We discuss:

• Scottish Market: Key Differences from UK Property Scene
• Leasehold vs. Freehold: Why Scotland Stands Out
• Articles of Roup: Unique Scottish Property Auction Contracts
• Home Reports: Compulsory for Scottish Property Sales
• How To Avoid Home Reports in Scotland
• Impact of Home Reports on UK Property Valuations
• Trading Property Below Stamp Duty Threshold in Scotland
• Fast-Track Selling Process for UK Property Auctions
• Timed Online Auctions vs. Live Auctions in UK Property
• Pre-Auction Offers: Securing UK Property Bargains Early
• Guide Price Strategies for UK Property Auctions
• Role of Factors in Scottish Freehold Flats
• Navigating Factoring Companies in UK Property Investments
• Motivated Sellers: How to Spot Them in Auctions
• Landlord Challenges in Scottish UK Property Market
• Exit Trends for Small UK Property Landlords
• Rise of Large Portfolio Investors in Scottish Property
• Sourcing Property Deals and Referral Fees Explained
• SNP Policies: Tenant First Refusal in UK Property Sales
• Stamp Duty and LBTT: Comparing UK and Scottish Property Taxes

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#296

In this month’s Mortgage Monday, Shaz Ahmed, founder of Elan Property Finance (better known as @Whereshaz), returns for his regular lending update.

With interest rates holding steady after the latest Bank of England meeting, Shaz explores what this means for borrowers.

And we disuss the shifting landscape of mortgage rates and fees, and Shaz offers insights on choosing between different lending products. 

We also look at the impact of the Renters Rights Act

And we discuss the rise in alternative letting strategies like Serviced Acommodation and social housing

Finally, we highlight the latest news from the specialist lending market following the collapse of specialist bridging lender Market Financial Solutions (MFS)

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1. UK Property Podcast: Expat Property Story Mortgage Monday
2. Bank of England Interest Rate Decision Impact on UK Property
3. UK Property Market: Inflation, Recession, and Interest Rates
4. Mortgage Rate Predictions for UK Property Investors
5. Swap Rates Trends Affecting UK Property Lending
6. Two-Year UK Mortgage Rates: Current Market Analysis
7. Five-Year Fixed Rate Mortgages in UK Property Market
8. Rising Mortgage Product Fees for UK Property Loans
9. Should UK Landlords Choose Low Rate or Low Fee Mortgages?
10. UK Property Refinancing: Two-Year vs Five-Year Deals
11. Impact of Property Renovation on UK Mortgage Choices
12. Cash Flow vs Leverage Strategies in UK Property Mortgage
13. Commercial Mortgages for UK HMOs: Expert Advice
14. Tracker Mortgages Trending in UK Property Finance
15. Early Repayment Charges on UK Property Tracker Mortgages
16. Renters Right Act Implementation in UK Property Market
17. Airbnb and Alternative Lettings for UK Properties
18. Social Housing Contracts: UK Property Lending Concerns
19. Risks of Misclassifying Tenants as Guests in UK Property
20. MFS Collapse: Effects on UK Specialist Lending Markets

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#295

Do you get frustrated, spending hour upon hour trawling through property portals ooking for a deal, only to find there’s lots of other investors chasing the same lead?

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could find deals that have little or no competition?

In this episode, we’re plugging another gap in the archives as we tackle long-term empty homes.

Simon Taylor is founder of Empty Property Hunters, a business that finds long‑term empty homes across the UK, tracks down the owners, and helps bring those properties back into use through quick, off‑market sales.

Download and listen to see how you can do it too.

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We discuss:

• How to Find Off-Market UK Property Deals
• Challenges of UK Property Portals for Investors
• Understanding Long-Term Empty Homes in the UK
• UK Property Expert Simon Taylor’s Background
• Business Model for Sourcing UK Empty Properties
• Incentivising Lead Submission in UK Property Market
• Methods to Track UK Property Owners
• Using Genealogy for UK Property Owner Tracing
• Common Reasons Homes Become Empty in the UK
• Probate and UK Property Investment Challenges
• Techniques for Detecting Vacant UK Properties
• Role of Delivery Drivers in UK Property Sourcing
• Conversion Rates for UK Property Leads
• Joint Ventures in UK Property Investment
• Exit Strategies for UK Property Investments
• Pricing Model for UK Property Acquisition
• Fast Exchange Process in UK Property Deals
• DIY Tips for UK Property Investors Overseas
• Compliance and Data Protection in UK Property Deals
• Importance of Follow-Up for UK Property Investment

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