🎙 Under The Floorboard | Episode 16 – From Band Life to Property Headlines with Connaire McGuinness

This week, Sean and Steven are joined by Connaire McGuinness from Kelly Residential, whose journey into property is anything but ordinary. From life in a band, to tackling a headline-making project that cost over £100k in renovations and hit the papers and STV News, Connaire now runs a thriving career as an Estate Agent.

In this episode, Connaire shares the highs, lows, and lessons of his journey so far—plus how his philosophy that “the best ability is availability” helps him bring a truly personal touch to his clients.

💬 What You’ll Learn:

The unexpected path from music to property

The reality of a £100k+ renovation project that made the news

Lessons from mistakes, risks, and resilience

What sets a great Estate Agent apart in today’s market

Why availability and personal service matter more than ever

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🎙 Under The Floorboard | Episode 15 – Projects, Problems & Property Talk

In this episode, Sean Spalding and Steven McKaveney sit down for a no-guest, no-filter catch-up. From the latest projects they’re working on to the challenges they’ve been facing, plus some topical industry insights, this one’s packed with real talk and lessons straight from the frontlines of property and business.

💬 In This Episode:

Behind-the-scenes updates on recent projects

The issues and roadblocks we’ve been dealing with

Topical discussions on what’s happening in property right now

The mindset needed to push through challenges

Honest reflections on the journey so far

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🎙 Under The Floorboard | Episode 14 – The Power of Adaptability: Navigating Change in Business & Life 🌍⚡

Let’s be honest — life and business don’t always go to plan. Sometimes the deal falls through, the market shifts, or life throws you a curveball. In this episode, Steven McKaveney 💼 and Sean Spalding 🎯 open up about how they’ve had to adapt, pivot, and keep moving when things didn’t go as expected.

It’s not just theory — they share the real wins 🌟, the tough moments 😅, and the mindset shifts 🧠 that helped them turn challenges 🚧 into opportunities. Whether you’re running a business, investing in property, or just trying to figure out your next step, this one’s packed with lessons you can actually use.

💬 In This Episode:

• 🔍 How to spot opportunities when plans change

• 📉 Lessons learned from unexpected setbacks

• 🧠 The mindset that makes pivoting easier

• 🔄 Why flexibility beats rigid planning every time

• ✅ Small, practical steps to become more adaptable today

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• 🗣 How have you had to adapt recently?

• 💡 What’s one lesson you’ve learned from a setback?

• 👥 Who should we invite on to share their adaptability story?

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🎙 Under The Floorboard | Episode 13 – Mid-Year Review: Wins, Lessons & What’s Next

We’re officially halfway through the year—and in this episode, your hosts Sean Spalding and Steven McKaveney take a step back to reflect on everything that’s gone down so far.

From the biggest wins to the toughest lessons, they’re laying it all out: what worked, what didn’t, and what they’re focusing on for the next 6 months. It’s a real, honest review of life, business, and the journey in between.

💬 In This Episode:

Key wins from the first half of the year

Hard-earned lessons and what they taught us

Project updates and where the focus is shifting

Personal growth, mindset shifts & what we’re leaving behind

What we’re most excited about for the rest of the year

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🎙 Under The Floorboard | Episode 12 – Business, Brains & Big Tech: Real Talk with Sean & Steven

In this no-guest episode, your hosts Sean Spalding and Steven McKaveney sit down for an open, unscripted catch-up on life, business, mindset, and what’s been going on behind the scenes.

From navigating ADHD in business, to juggling health goals, dealing with distractions, staying accountable, and even unpacking the rise (and fear) of AI in property and beyond—this one is real, raw, and probably the most personal episode so far.

💬 Inside the episode:

• How ADHD impacts business, focus, and performance

• Honest chat about health, personal development, and burnout

• What’s happening with current property projects

• Why AI is both exciting and terrifying—and how we’re using it

• The importance of checking in with yourself (and each other)

Whether you’re building a business, managing your mind, or just trying to figure it all out—this one’s for you.

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🎙 Under The Floorboard | Episode 11 – Rent Caps, Rising Pressure & Letting Agent Truths with Wily Dodd

Wily Dodd is back—and this time we’re diving into what’s really happening on the ground now that the rent cap has been lifted in Scotland.

In this episode, Wily pulls back the curtain on what landlords and letting agents are facing today. From navigating rent increases to communicating with tenants, to the growing pressures on agents—this is the episode landlords, investors, and property professionals need to hear.

💬 We Get Into:

• The real impact of the rent cap lift—what’s changed and what hasn’t

• Step-by-step insight on how to approach a rent increase

• What landlords are struggling with most—and how to avoid the same traps

• How letting agents are adapting to support both sides

• Why having a good letting agent is more important than ever

Expect honesty, humour, and hard truths—because understanding the market starts with understanding the people in it.

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🎙 Under The Floorboard | Episode 10 – First Flip, Family Life & Finding Your Feet with Jenna Playfair

In Episode 10, we’re joined by Jenna Playfair, a rising property investor who’s just completed her first flip project—and she’s here to give us the honest truth about what it’s really like getting started in property.

Jenna shares her journey of juggling the demands of family life, learning through trial and error, and staying motivated through the ups, downs, delays, and decisions that come with your first deal. This isn’t a highlight reel—it’s the real reel.

💬 What We Cover:

• The reality behind a first flip—from idea to market

• Juggling business with family and life responsibilities

• What went wrong, what went right, and what she’d do differently

• How to keep moving forward when things feel uncertain

• Why done is better than perfect (and starting is everything)

If you’re early in your journey—or just need a reminder that property isn’t always glamorous—this episode is for you.

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🎙 Under The Floorboard | Episode 9 – Building, Closing & Scaling: Real Talk with Andrew McGhee

In this episode, we sit down with Andrew McGee—a multi-business entrepreneur with a multi-million pound property portfolio, successful gym ventures, and a long list of lessons from both wins and wipe-out's.

From starting and exiting businesses, to navigating Covid closures and coming out stronger, Andrew opens up about the real journey behind the success. No fluff—just lived experience, practical lessons, and the mindset that keeps him moving forward.

💬 What We Cover:

• The highs and lows of starting (and closing) a business

• How property became a long-term wealth builder

• What Covid taught him about resilience and adaptation

• A behind-the-scenes look at balancing multiple ventures

• Andrew’s real-time advice for people building in today’s market

This one’s for the dreamers, doers, and anyone who needs a reminder that resilience beats perfection.

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Under The Floorboard | Ep 8 – Young, Focused & Making Moves in Property with Landmark InvestmentsIn this episode, we sit down with Lucas Houston and Rio McLaughlin, the powerhouse duo behind Landmark Investments, who are taking the property world by storm in their early 20s.We dive into their journey of building a sourcing business from scratch, the mindset shifts that helped them stay focused while their mates were out partying, and the cold outreach tactics that actually get results.💡 What You’ll Learn:How to stay laser-focused in your 20s while building a property businessStrategies to attract both investors and motivated sellersWhy cold outreach still works—and how to do it rightThe reality of growing something real when distractions are everywhere🔥 One of the many standout quotes: “If you don’t stop, you can’t fail.”This one’s funny, raw, and packed with motivation—whether you're just getting started or need that push to level up.👇 Like what you hear?💬 Drop a comment—let us know who or what you want to hear next🔔 Subscribe for more episodes📲 Follow on Instagram @landmarkinvestments1 @lucashoustonproperty @rio_mclaughlan#UnderTheFloorboard #LandmarkInvestments #PropertyPodcast #YoungEntrepreneurs #RealEstateUK #SourcingDeals #MindsetMatters

🎙 Under The Floorboard | Episode 7 – Lessons from the Lettings World with Wily Dodd

In this episode of Under The Floorboard, we sit down with Wily Dodd from Central Scotland Lettings to talk all things lettings—from the real challenges landlords face to how to get the most out of your letting agent. With years of experience and a refreshingly honest approach, Wily gives us an insider’s view of the industry—sprinkled with humour and plenty of wisdom.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

• How to build strong relationships with your letting agent

• Common mistakes landlords make—and how to avoid them

• Strategies to make your property work harder for you

• What letting agents really think behind the scenes

If you’re a landlord, investor, or just curious about how lettings work from the inside, this one’s for you. As Wily says, “Relationships are key”—and that goes for both property and life.

Sit back, enjoy the chat, and get ready for plenty of laughs and lightbulb moments!

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