The Property Podcast

Rob & Rob are back with two more listener questions! 

• (0:42) Sylvia’s thinking about investing in Kent’s district, rumoured to be an up-and-coming area undergoing regeneration. But she's wary about the truth behind these whispers and the time it may take for the investment to pay off. Today she’s turning to Rob & Rob for their expertise on regeneration projects. 
• (4:15) Becca aims to kick off her property journey by flipping properties with her partner and potentially other investors in the future. She wants to know the best way to structure the company so profits are fairly distributed, as she'll be putting in the cash while her partner does most of the labour. 

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Against all expert predictions - house prices are on the rise! But what are the factors driving this phenomenon and what impact does it mean for you? Tune in as we dig into what’s going on behind the data, to help you make better decisions about your own investments.

And that's not all! Be sure to mark your calendars for our free webinar with Rob & Rob, as they share their own investment strategies and successful deals they’ve made.

• (1:06) News story of the week 
• (2:34) Claim your spot for our special webinar 
• (3:40) What on earth is going on with house prices 
• (4:50) Let’s look at house prices globally 
• (6:50) Rewind on what the experts predicted for 2024 
• (8:15) Why have house prices not fallen? 
• (15:25) What’s the chances of a property crash 
• (17:50) Is this a property boom or just a temporary growth 
• (21:20) What should you do when executing your property strategy 
• (24:16) Hub Extra 

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The place where YOUR questions get answered – it’s Ask Rob & Rob! 

• (0:40) Alex works in commercial property, so that's where his background and know-how are. But commercial properties need more money upfront and have higher loan rates compared to residential ones. So, Alex is reaching out to Rob & Rob to get their take on which investment path he should go down. 
• (3:52) Alan's got a handful of properties that he owns free and clear. He's picked up on the fact that interest rates are climbing, and knows he can use those interest payments to lower his tax bill. That's got him thinking - does it make sense for him to start borrowing? 

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It’s our spring budget update special, bringing you all the vital information from the House of Commons that affects all property investors. And holiday let owners beware we have some important updates that you might not like!

Join us as we uncover news that could be cause for celebration or a reason for sleepless nights… 

• (0:57) Spring Budget – what happened? 
• (8:00) Bad news for holiday let owners 
• (12:00) Some positive news for house prices 
• (13:40) Next week’s special episode on house prices 
• (14:20) Mortgage news from our expert 
• (16:06) Is the rental boom over? 
• (18:14) Hub Extra: eBay tips…

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It’s time for another round of listener questions!  

• (0:44) Tom’s contemplating investing in rent-to-rent schemes endorsed by reputable industry figures. Despite appearing like a promising and lucrative investment, he’s concerned about potential scams and seeks advice and guidance from Rob & Rob. 
• (5:50) We’ve got yet another Tom who’s debating the ever-popular dilemma of whether to invest his portfolio in his own name or through a limited company. He’d like to know the best way to set-up and operate his business to minimise tax expenditure. 

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Securing a promising property investment is just the beginning: the next challenge is ensuring its effective management. Join us for a masterclass featuring insights from a lettings expert, who teaches us a few tricks we’d never previously considered... 

• (1:00) News story of the week 
• (2:10) Q&A with our lettings expert Will… 
• (3:40) What are the key contributions a letting agent offers? 
• (6:50) What separates a good lettings agent from a bad one? 
• (9:30) What questions do investors ask to determine if you’re suitable for the job when considering your services? 
• (10:58) What’s the best way for investors to work with a letting agent?  
• (12:26) What should investors aim to achieve when negotiating rates with potential letting agents? 
• (15:05) What tends to be the best properties to manage? 
• (15:40) Which properties cause the most hassle? 
• (16:25) If an investor has a difficult tenant, what course of action would you advise? 
• (18:20) If an investor is unhappy with their current letting agent, what can they do? 
• (26:35) Hub Extra: A new AI tool… 

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Happy Tuesday! We’re back with two more listener questions!   

• (0:45) Tom's in the process of selling a property and stands to make a large chunk of money. Contemplating quitting his day job and moving into full-time property investment, he turns to Rob & Rob for their thoughts and valuable advice. 
• (4:48) Jack’s had a brainwave that he’s thinking about sharing with his local MP and asks the guys what they make of his idea and if it already exists.

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Ever wondered why savvy investors turn to mortgages for their buy-to-let properties? Join our mortgage experts as they unveil the reasons, highlight the benefits, and guide you through the workings of this strategic financial approach. 

• (1:00) News story of the week 
• (3:31) Using mortgages for property investment… 
• (4:20) Why do investors use buy-to-let mortgages? 
• (5:38) What’s the main benefits of using a mortgage? 
• (6:05) How do they work? 
• (6:40) How much can you borrow? 
• (7:50) Are you locked into a mortgage until its paid off? 
• (9:08) Should investors opt for a fixed or variable rate mortgage? 
• (10:18) How difficult is it to get a buy-to-let mortgage? 
• (10:58) What can you do in preparation for your application? 
• (12:18) What’s the difference between acquiring a mortgage under a personal name or a limited company? 
• (13:40) How do investors determine borrowing and payments? 
• (14:32) Why use a broker? 
• (18:20) Hub Extra 

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Join us for this week’s Ask Rob & Rob as they answer two more listener questions…

• (0:49) Sally has accumulated a good amount of equity in her buy-to-let property. With the mortgage due for renewal next year, she seeks some advice from Rob & Rob on the various options she can explore. 
• (4:16) Josh’s mortgage application has been declined due to the property being above a commercial unit. He’s cautiously considering other options available to him and turns to Rob & Rob for their thoughts on the situation. 

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In this latest behind-the-scenes look at a £100m property business, Rob & Rob delve into the current state of the property market - sharing first hand insights from their interactions with developers and the property deals they’ve been working on. 

They then hold an impromptu therapy session - examining their past mistakes, and how entrepreneurs can avoid projecting their own shortcomings onto their business. 

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