The Essential Property Podcast

In Episode 30, Paul Samuda & Amanda Woodward look back at 2022 and review the market and the current status as we finish the year. 

Paul and Amanda talk about the rise of supporting living and the need to take on more landlord houses to support that. They share the mindset needed to succeed in the current market and how below market value acquisitions and rental increases help property investors succeed long term. 

Amanda offers to help listeners with business planning for 2023 to ensure you have a plan to succeed over the next 12 months.

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Essential Property Options 

Property Investment & Development

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk 

Property Management Service 

www.creweandstokeroomsandsuites.co.uk 

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk/landlords

In Episode 29, Paul Samuda & Amanda Woodward talk about the very busy Crewe HMO market and why you should be in investing there. 

Paul and Amanda talk about the impact of Article 4 in Crewe which has reduced supply and therefore increased rents with potential renters having less choice in the market.

Occupancy levels at Essential Management are between 95-100% and Crewe remains a strong location for both UK and international investors. 

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Essential Property Options 

Property Investment & Development

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk 

Property Management Service 

www.creweandstokeroomsandsuites.co.uk 

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk/landlords

In Episode 28, Amanda Woodward interviews Alexandra Powell from Powell Properties. 

In part two, of this two part episode, Alexandra talks about the best way to work with a building team as a property investor. 

Alexandra shares her knowledge of how to spot good builders and how to build a great working relationship for mutual benefit. 

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Alexandra Powell

Powell Properties | Powell Design & Construction

https://powelldc.uk 

Essential Property Options 

Property Investment & Development

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk 

Property Management Service 

www.creweandstokeroomsandsuites.co.uk 

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk/landlords

In Episode 27, Amanda Woodward interviews Alexandra Powell from Powell Properties. 

In part one, of this two part episode, Alexandra talks about the benefits of working alongside an Architect as a property investor. 

Alexandra breaks down the area of expertise that a good architect can provide whether you are renovating a small two bedroom terrace, or striving for large developments and beyond. 

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Alexandra Powell

Powell Properties | Powell Design & Construction

https://powelldc.uk 

Essential Property Options 

Property Investment & Development

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk 

Property Management Service 

www.creweandstokeroomsandsuites.co.uk 

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk/landlords

In Episode 26, Paul Samuda & Amanda Woodward talk candidly about the Opportunities & Threats in the market right now and the pending recession and state of the UK economy. 

Paul compares the current market to the 1970's where the country had an oil crises, workers strikes and high interest raises which is a copy of where we seem to be today. Amanda & Paul talk about the pending recession on the back of Brexit, Pandemic & War and and the how this affects the UK property market.

Like any time in history, where there are threats, there are opportunity. Listen to the full episode to hear Amanda talk about how they are preparing for a 'property buying spree' in the coming months any how now is the time to be 'smartly' adding to your portfolio. 

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Essential Property Options 

Property Investment & Development

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk 

Property Management Service 

www.creweandstokeroomsandsuites.co.uk 

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk/landlords

In Episode 25, Amanda Woodward interviews Louise Allen from Meadows Property Group. 

In this interview, Louise talks about her recent Butters John Bee Auction purchase of two commercial properties which she is converting into a large HMO in Stoke on Trent. 

Louise breaks down the auction buying process starting with the viewing and due diligence, the nerves on the night whilst bidding against others, and the race to completion after exchanging on the night. She also shares a snippet of her fun filming experience with Dion Dublin from Homes Under The Hammer and her double episode coming soon...

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Louise Allen 

Meadows Property Group

[email protected] 

Essential Property Options 

Property Investment & Development

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk 

Property Management Service 

www.creweandstokeroomsandsuites.co.uk 

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk/landlords

In Episode 24, Amanda Woodward interviews Craig Adams from Signature Financial Services. 

In this deep dive interview, Craig talks about the current market for mortgages & bridging finance and how Signature Financial Services help to fund a variety of property transactions. 

Listen to the whole episode for Craig's interest rate predictions and lots of valuable insights into the finance market right now. 

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Signature Financial Services

[email protected]

www.signaturefs.com 

Essential Property Options 

Property Investment & Development

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk 

Property Management Service 

www.creweandstokeroomsandsuites.co.uk 

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk/landlords

In Episode 23, Paul Samuda & Amanda Woodward discuss the current property market as of May 2022.

Paul shares his views on the property market and his 'rant' on the lack of support from the Government in our sector. Amanda raises the BBC & Property Mark survey and the reasons that the PRS are facing a challenging time with demand very high and rental property supply decreasing. 

Listen to the whole episode for Paul's prediction on the market with a possible recession on the horizon.

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Essential Property Options 

Property Investment & Development

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk 

Property Management Service 

www.creweandstokeroomsandsuites.co.uk 

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk/landlords

In Episode 22, Amanda Woodward interviews the brilliant Jasmine Dosanjh & Priya Kripalani of Hard Hard Developers. 

In this episode Jasmine & Priya openly discuss their partnership and the success they have created in their business. Jasmine touches on her student portfolio in Shelton, Stoke on Trent, the impact of covid on the market and how investing in a strong foundation builds the skills needed for larger projects. 

Jasmine & Priya share their experience in purchasing an office building in Leek, Staffordshire which they converted to 21 x One Bedroom Apartments. Listen to the episode to find out how they sold all the units along with the challenges they experienced along with the way with planning, utility companies and their local neighbours. 

A inspirational episode for anyone aspiring to move into the development space. 

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Hard Hat Developers 

IG: www.instagram.com/thehardhatdevelopers/ 

Website: www.hardhatdevelopers.co.uk 

Essential Property Options 

Property Investment & Development

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk 

Property Management Service 

www.creweandstokeroomsandsuites.co.uk 

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk/landlords

In Episode 21, Paul Samuda interviews the wonderful Raquel Aparicio; architect, designer and founder at MAR Design.  

In this episode Raquel, a qualified architect with a natural talent for interior design, talks about creating spaces that are not only eye-catching but also functional. Her background of working many years in hospitality projects where Raquel designed 5-star hotels, restaurants, spas, and high-end residential has given her the experience and expertise of making spaces work and feel better, and by having a commercially driven mindset

Raquel knows how to maximize property ROI, elevate its performance, and increase investors wealth using design as a platform. Her mission is to create stylish spaces that people love to call ‘their space’. This ensures a high return on investment, reduced voids, high occupancy rates, long-term tenancies, and an increase of property value for her clients, discerning property developers and investors across the country.

A fantastic listen for investors considering interior design on their next HMO project. 

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MAR Design

Website: https://www.mar-design.co.uk 

Essential Property Options 

Property Investment & Development

www.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk 

Property Management Service 

www.creweandstokeroomsandsuites.co.uk 

ww.essentialpropertyoptions.co.uk/landlords