The HMO Podcast

In this episode, I want to talk about HMO maintenance. As an HMO investor and landlord, maintaining your properties is a big part of the job. It's something you’ll need to stay on top of for the long term. 

Good maintenance is key to keeping your business—and your HMOs—profitable. If you let it slide, it can quickly lower the value of your portfolio and undo all the hard work you’ve done finding great deals and refurbishing properties.

I’ll also be sharing some insights from our community about common maintenance problems, why it’s important to budget for maintenance, and the best ways to manage it.

And, I’ll give you six of my best tips to help you save time, reduce costs, and manage maintenance more easily.

Topics covered in this episode:

• 02:54 Why Maintenance is So Important
• 10:48 Common Maintenance Issues in HMOs
• 16:36 Best Practices for Managing HMO Maintenance
• 27:09 The Importance of Long-Term Planning

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Ready to build your business empire?

In this episode, I’m excited to welcome Kane Andrews, a successful entrepreneur, property investor, and founder of Rockstar Property. We discuss his unique journey from musician to property investor and how he scaled his business using investor finance.

Kane shares his expert insights on building a strong team, implementing effective systems, and navigating the challenges of property investment. Whether you’re a new investor or a seasoned pro, you won’t want to miss his invaluable advice!

Topics covered in this episode:

02:55 - Kane’s transition from music to a successful property entrepreneur

09:08 - How he scaled his business by using investor finance

11:59 - The importance of raising finance in building a business 

14:52 - How he built a diverse business empire that goes beyond HMOs

20:59 - Get insights into Kane's unique HMO business approach

29:00 - Understand the role of a solid team and effective systems and processes

30:28 - Top tips for new property investors

32:24 - How to navigate challenges and adapt to market changes

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Connect with me on Instagram or Linkedin for daily HMO tips and advice! 

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In this episode, we’ll discuss the significant changes to the Renter's Rights Bill, particularly focusing on the amendments made by the Labour party - the abolition of Section 21 evictions, the introduction of rent controls, and the implications for landlords, especially those operating in the student housing market. 

Topics covered in this episode:

• 03:05 - Key Amendments to the Renter's Rights Bill
• 05:50 - Abolition of Section 21 Evictions
• 09:00 - Rent Controls and Health Standards
• 11:47 - Evictions for Personal Reasons and Rent Repayment Orders
• 15:01 - Impact on Student HMO Landlords
• 17:50 - Challenges and Opportunities for Landlords

Episode mentioned #257 Important Update For HMO Investors About The Renters Reform Bill

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How do you scale a HMO business from 0 to 1,500 rooms?

In this episode, I’m joined by Jordi Pasqualin, a former professional rugby player and now co-founder of BAM Capital. We talk about the unique business model of lease operators and discuss the challenges and misconceptions in the HMO industry.

Jordi also shares his insights and experience on scaling the business through acquisitions, logical planning approaches, and the sacrifices made along the way to achieve success in the property market. 

Topics covered in this episode:

02:48 - Jordi's transition from rugby player to property investor

06:57 - Understanding how the lease operator model works

09:49 - Overcoming challenges and stigmas in the HMO industry

12:38 - The importance of mindset shifts in growing your business

20:39 - Realities of building a successful property business

24:28 - Managing evolving tenant needs and expectations

35:21 - Future challenges and opportunities in property management

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We're revisiting a classic from the vault—an episode that covers everything you need to know about stress testing your deals.

I wanted to highlight this topic again because I've noticed a surge in questions from our community lately. This uptick is likely a result of rising prices, changing legislation, and a bit of market panic. 

Deals aren’t as profitable as they once were, and understandably, HMO property investors like you, want to plan effectively and ensure your deals are as strong as possible.

In this episode, we outline ten key points to stress test, including purchase price, interest rates, refurbishment costs, occupancy rates, and more.

So whether you need a refresher or you’re new to investing in HMOs and unsure how to start stacking deals, today’s episode is definitely for you.

Note: This episode was originally published on October 28, 2020.

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We’re celebrating the 4th anniversary of The HMO Podcast! Can you believe it?

Over the years, I’ve learned so much—not just about podcasting, but about business as a whole.

In this special episode, I want to take the opportunity to celebrate and reflect on those lessons, as many of them will be applicable to your own HMO property business.

Join me as I share the most important insights I've gained over the past four years while building this part of my business. I believe these will be incredibly valuable for you in your own property journey.

Please leave us a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us celebrate this milestone!

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In this episode, I'm answering a question recently asked by one of our members in the HMO community. It was a great question that led to some interesting discussions, although people had different opinions.

Steven asked how to go about buying an HMO with tenants in place that needs some cosmetic work. 

As you can imagine, the answer isn’t simple, and there were different views. If you’re thinking about buying an HMO yourself, whether it comes with tenants or you have the option to do so, this is definitely something to consider.

We’ll dive into this topic, and I’ll share my best advice on how to handle it.

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Got any questions? Ask us in The HMO Community Facebook Group or follow me on Instagram @andygraham.hmo for daily HMO tips and advice! 

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New to HMOs? Join The HMO Roadmap on a premium plan and unlock our award-winning library of 400+ resources to help you start, scale and systemise your HMO business. 

Curious about what’s been happening with my HMO businesses? 

In this episode, I’m excited to bring you up to speed on my HMO portfolio, development business, and trading groups. I’ll cover how I managed my HMO properties over the summer, share some special news, and talk about any challenges I've encountered with property deals. 

Plus, I’ll update you on my development projects and discuss the importance of community engagement and building partnerships. 

As I prepare for these upcoming changes, I’ll also highlight how crucial good time management and planning have become.

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Please leave us a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify if you find this episode useful.

Got any questions? Ask us in The HMO Community Facebook Group or follow me on Instagram @andygraham.hmo for daily HMO tips and advice! 

If you want to join my 1-2-1 mentoring program, you can enquire here. 

New to HMOs? Join The HMO Roadmap on a Premium plan and unlock our award-winning library of 400+ resources to help you start, scale and systemise your HMO business. 

Can a magazine feature boost your HMO property business?

In this episode, I'm excited to be joined by Sam Cooke, the owner and editor of Blue Bricks Property Magazine. Sam will be sharing his valuable insights on the current trends in the property market, the benefits of being featured in magazines and publications, and how you can secure a spot in these media outlets.

If you’re looking to raise private finance, boost your opportunities, or connect with key people in the industry, this episode is a must-listen!

Want to attend the Pigeons & Property event? Reserve your seat here.

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Please leave us a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify if you find this episode useful.

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Are you managing the finances for your property business effectively?

In this episode, I’m going to share a simple but powerful tip to help you manage your property business finances. You might be wondering why this matters so much.

Well, there are two big reasons. First, if you’re not keeping track of your finances, you can’t really measure how well your business is doing. Without that insight, you’re flying blind.

Second, ignoring your finances can lead to a bunch of small problems that will eat up your time and energy. As a property investor, your time is valuable. You didn’t start this business just to spend all your time managing it. The goal is to make money and get some of your time back. 

So, stick around, and I’ll show you exactly how I manage my property business finances. This approach could help you streamline your work and reclaim your time.

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