The Spare Time Property Investor

In this episode Stuart gives an update about why the podcast has been quiet and wishes listeners a merry Christmas.

Stuart's links Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coliveit/ Site - https://www.coliveit.co.uk Free newsletter - https://www.coliveit.co.uk/blog

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In this episode Stuart discusses the idea of buying a new home but holding on to the one you’re currently living in and renting it out. This was inspired by recent conversations prompted by rising house prices which is making some people think about investing for the first time by not selling up when getting a new home.

Stuart's links Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coliveit/ Site - https://www.coliveit.co.uk Free newsletter - https://www.coliveit.co.uk/blog

If you want to add HMOs to you portfolio send us and email and we will arrange a time to discuss how we can help you [email protected]

In this episode Stuart is joined by Abbie Sorabjee a former Chemical Engineer who decided that she needed a change in career and managed to leave her job after only 18 months of investing in property. Abbie talks about the training she went through, how she managed to invest along side her day job and her journey so far from investing in buy to lets to land deals.

Abbie also shares some information about her coaching and how she helps other people achieve in property.

Abbie's links Website - https://www.nalacoaching.com/ Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertycommunityuk Instagram - @nalacoaching Property Investment from Scratch (Free Challenge) - https://academy.nalacoaching.com/from-scratch-challenge

Stuart's links Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coliveit/ Site - https://www.coliveit.co.uk Free newsletter - https://www.coliveit.co.uk/blog

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This week  Stuart is joined by AK from The Property Couple to talk about property investment, life coaching and his transition from the 9-5.

AK and his girlfriend jumped straight into investing in HMOs so if that something your thinking about doing this episode is for you.

Guest links

Stuart's links

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coliveit/

Site - https://www.coliveit.co.uk

Free newsletter - https://www.coliveit.co.uk/blog

In this episode Stuart interviews Lewis Crompton who is an experienced property investor who also invests in Forex, Crypto currency and other financial markets. He shares his experience and provides advice for those who might be considering other investment types alongside property.

Lewis’ links

eBook -https://www.startradingnow.com/forex-ebook47100869

Instagram - @lewis_crompton

Email - [email protected]

Stuart's links

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coliveit/

Site - https://www.coliveit.co.uk

Free newsletter - https://www.coliveit.co.uk/blog

In this episode Stuart is joined by Kelly & Lee who talk about their new book, which is all about interior design and features contributions from 16 interior designers and property investors. One of whom is our very own Lara Bezzina.

The designers and investors share tips, advice real life stories and so much more so it’s a must if you’re looking to add some design flare to your investment properties or own home. 

On top of the fantastic content the book is also a way to donate to an amazing charity. 100% of the donations go to Petals who provide support to families who have experienced baby loss. Kelly and Lee share why this is such a valuable service and how the money will help to support more families in the interview. 

So give the episode a listen but don’t forget to head over to Avalily’s page to download your copy and give a generous donation.

Follow Avalily here -

https://instagram.com/avalily_property?utm_medium=copy_link

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coliveit/

Site - https://www.coliveit.co.uk

Free newsletter - https://www.coliveit.co.uk/blog

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In this episode Stuart interviews James Robins for Robins Property. They discuss James' first BRR project and his plans for the next project and beyond. James also shares some insight into the property investment form the perspective of someone who has been working as a letting agent for some time now. He also gives some advice for those of us who work with letting agents.

Guest links

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/robinsproperty/

Stuart's links

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coliveit/

Site - https://www.coliveit.co.uk

Free newsletter - https://www.coliveit.co.uk/blog

If you want to add HMOs to you portfolio send us and email and we will arrange a time to discuss how we can help you [email protected]

When we start getting excited about investing in property we imagine what life will be like, life changing money in the form of passive income, quitting your job and being able to relax on a beach while the money rolls in. Stuart goes over some of the common expectations that we as property investors have early in the property investment journey and how the expectations compare with the reality of property investment.

Expectations like 

Property investment create passive income,

You should / can by below market market value properties,

You can recycle your money

You can replace your salary with property,

You can invest with none of your own money.

Stuart's links

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coliveit/

Site - https://www.coliveit.co.uk

Free newsletter - https://www.coliveit.co.uk/blog

If you want to add HMOs to you portfolio send us and email and we will arrange a time to discuss how we can help you [email protected]

In this episode Stuart talks to 2 friends who decided to buy a house together and live in it while they get their hands dirty undertaking their first renovation. This artistic pair have dealt with everything from being furloughed, rotten wood, London sized rats and a swarm of bees but have kept their enthusiasm and used the challenges as inspiration for content on Instagram and Tiktok. 

Bricks & Mortars' following on Tiktok at the time of recording this episode was just over 170k, which has also helped to grow a following on Instagram with all of the benefits of reaching a large audience. Cullen and Ola (AKA Cola) talk about the benefits of growing a social media following also give some advice about how to engage and grow an audience on social media. 

Guest links

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bricks.and.disorder/

Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@bricks.and.disorder

Site - https://cullen-ola.squarespace.com

Stuart's links

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coliveit/

Site - https://www.coliveit.co.uk

Free newsletter - https://www.coliveit.co.uk/blog

If you want to add HMOs to you portfolio send us and email and we will arrange a time to discuss how we can help you [email protected]

In this episode Stuart interviews Sam Demuth who has retrained as a Mortgage Broker along side her day job and getting started on her property investment journey. 

Sam also has a wealth of knowledge regarding sustainable and ecological building, which she will use to develop ecological new builds with communal spaces for the community to benefit from. Sam also discusses how properties can be made more ecologically sound and shares some tips.

Sam has also  gathered together some useful links

This site does paid and free courses, eco/heating home courses

Also follow Sam on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/foxmillerproperties

Stuart's links

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coliveit/

Site - https://www.coliveit.co.uk

Free newsletter -

https://www.coliveit.co.uk/blog

If you want to add HMOs to you portfolio send us and email and we will arrange a time to discuss how we can help you [email protected]