Practical Property Talk

Now this was a proper conversation.

A genuine chat about the ups, downs, and lessons learned on the property journey.

Ryan’s story is one many can relate to — starting out with pushback from friends and family, scaling fast, and then realising the real growth comes from slowing down enough to understand the process before pushing on again.

We both shared what it feels like to face that pushback. The truth is, with the right work ethic, commitment, and persistence, you can get through those moments when the vision isn’t clear and the structure isn’t set.

One of my favourite takeaways was Ryan’s line: “Every year gets a little less horrible.” It’s spot on — as we make mistakes, we learn, and with time we become less emotional, more rational, and sharper in how we build both our portfolios and our businesses.

Ryan also spoke about the power of communication and how he surrounds himself with people five years ahead of where he wants to be. Those monthly check-ins with his mentor are now invaluable — because as I always say, it’s not about finding a “good educator,” it’s about finding someone who’s walked the walk.

Massive thanks to Ryan for taking time out of a busy schedule — juggling multiple jobs — and even sacrificing a rare sunny Welsh day to chat with us about the highs, the lows, and everything in between.

Until next week,

Best regards

This week’s been all about banging the drum.

Not every week comes with shiny wins or headline moments — but it’s these relentless, keep-pushing weeks that lay the groundwork for the breakthroughs.

Meetings, calls, chasing, following up… it can feel like you’re going round in circles, but the truth is, this is the rhythm that creates the wins down the line. Property’s a long game, and persistence is the beat that keeps it moving.

So while the rewards might not show straight away, make no mistake — the work done this week is the very stuff that delivers next week’s wins.

Onward, as always.

This week saw Gav heading north — catching up on live projects and scoping out fresh opportunities heading our way.

Wednesday brought the very first Bricks, Balls & Birdies golf day… sunshine, property chat, and a fair bit of “find the ball” after some questionable swings. A cracking day out and a brilliant chance to reconnect with good people in the game.

By Thursday and Friday the tempo cranked right up — with the team securing a whopping £5.4 million worth of offers lined up for vendors, plus the cherry on top: two deals locked, loaded, and sent off to legals.

A huge milestone, proof that months of graft are starting to gather real momentum.

Until next week,

Best regards

Costings on refurbs… how many of us have been caught out? 🙋‍♂️ We’ve been there ourselves more than once. So, we thought – let’s bring in Tony Walker from Help Build for a proper chinwag.

What a journey – from both of us grafting behind the trade counter, to now rolling our sleeves up in the property game. Two stories, one theme… and yet again, it all comes back to one thing: having a solid, systemised process. And that’s not just for refurbs, that’s for everything.

My big takeaway from this chat? Treat a refurb like you’re starting a new business – create a plan, then action it with the same drive and structure. Simple, powerful, and advice I’ll be taking straight into the next project.

Massive thanks to Tony – cracking conversation and a reminder of the huge value in surrounding yourself with the right people. Taking time to reflect on past wins and mistakes isn’t just looking back, it’s building the platform to launch forward.

What a chat… and I can’t wait for round two.

Until next week,

All the best.

First week of August in the bag — and what a solid start to the month.

For us, the turn of the month is a chance to look back, analyse the wins and lessons from the previous four weeks, and gear up for what’s ahead. These monthly overviews keep us moving in the right direction, step by step towards those yearly targets.

As always, the first Tuesday of the month means our networking event — a fixture that keeps us accountable and plugged into the property game. It’s a fresh, friendly space where we get to spend real time connecting with like-minded people, sharing stories, and swapping opportunities.

All in all — August has kicked off strong. Positive energy, solid momentum, and the right conversations happening.

Until next week,

Best regards

🎙️ Be Bold. Think Big.

When the world hit pause during COVID, some sat still — others pushed forward. Arden Hart chose the latter.

From touring with well-known bands to staring down an empty calendar, Arden found himself with nothing but time… and he used it wisely. He turned his attention to property, and what followed was bold, brave, and a little bit bonkers.

His first purchase? Done entirely over the phone. No viewings. Never been to the area. No boots on the ground. Just belief. Bold doesn't quite cover it.

Fast forward, and Arden’s now built a tidy little portfolio up in the North East of England. But as always in property, it’s not all plain sailing.

What started as a chat about strategy quickly turned into a deeper dive — the emotional side of investing. It’s something we’ve both been guilty of: buying with the heart instead of the head. It’s a trap, especially for new investors, and one we’ve seen far too many fall into.

That’s why we keep banging the drum: structure, systems, and process. They’re not the sexy side of property, but they’re the reason portfolios stay strong and cashflow keeps flowing.

Massive thanks to Arden for jumping on and sharing his story — one that shows what’s possible when you back yourself and take action.

Until next week,

Best regards,

It’s that time again — the Friday catch-up!

As we close out the month, it’s been a great opportunity to check in on the portfolio — and we’re finishing strong. A quiet month operationally (always a win in this game), which means fewer headaches and a healthier bottom line. That’s the kind of consistency that keeps the engine ticking.

But that’s not all…

This week also marks the launch of The Property Deal Den — our new off-market hideout for the real players. No fluff, no faff — just a place where we drop solid, cashflowing deals for those who are active, ready, and hungry to do business.

If you want in, you know where to find us.

Until next week

Best regards

🎙️ BIG ANNOUNCEMENT – THE PROPERTY DEAL DEN IS COMING 🔑

For those who’ve been tuning in to the pod, you’ll know it’s been a busy few months behind the scenes. Joe and Taylor have had their heads down, building serious momentum and locking in deal flow. And now… we’re lifting the lid on what we’ve been working on.

Introducing The Property Deal Den — a no-fluff, time-sensitive channel where the deals come direct from us at 83. No back and forth. No dodgy spreadsheets. Just clean, pre-vetted opportunities from active investors and developers who’ve walked the walk — over 100 transactions deep and counting.

We’ve spent years navigating this game and, to be honest, we've seen it all — from misinformed agents to sourcing deals that don’t stack. And from the vendors we’re speaking to, we know we’re not the only ones fed up. That’s why we’re raising the bar. The Deal Den is our answer to that — a higher standard, a sharper edge, and deals that make sense.

🚨 Launching August 2025. Eyes peeled.

Until next week,

Best regards,

Another week in property… and what a ride it’s been.

We kicked things off on a high — full of energy and optimism after agreeing the sale of one of our plots over the weekend.

But by Monday lunchtime… boom. Offer withdrawn. Not second thoughts, third thoughts. The joys of the game.

Still, we cracked on. Plenty of great conversations followed, and behind the scenes, the team’s been pushing hard on something special. We’re looking forward to sharing it with you very soon.

Then Friday hits — a solid win as we complete the sale of a piece of land we’ve worked tirelessly on… only to get off the call and straight into an issue on one of our refurb projects. Typical, right?

If you’re in property, you know this rhythm — the highs and the lows, sometimes all in the same hour.

That’s the game. And we’re still playing.

Until net week

Finance... the bugbear of many in property — but one we can't afford to ignore. So let’s get stuck into the money talk.

I reached out to Grant Poole-Adams, who’s always putting out solid, informative content across the socials, and asked him to jump on for a catch-up.

What followed was a cracking conversation. Grant's journey in property is a unique one — from delivering the Property Trader newspaper to relocating to Wales and diving headfirst into the finance side of the game. We covered a lot of ground.

We spoke about how the excitement of getting into property can often overshadow the business side for new investors. But with experience comes clarity — and understanding how to structure deals properly becomes second nature.

Amongst all the doom and gloom doing the rounds lately, Grant offers a refreshing outlook. He sees strong potential in the final two quarters of 2025 and shares why he’s feeling optimistic.

We also unpacked something many overlook — the power of a well-prepared valuation pack when refinancing. It’s a golden nugget of advice... and, hands up, it’s not something we at 82 Property Group have been doing. Time to change that.

Loads of value in this one — hope you enjoy the chat.

Until next week,

Best regards