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Why Mindset Matters Most in UK Property


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One aspect of property investing that comes up repeatedly in my conversations with the finest minds in UK property it’s mindset. 

So this week, I’ve put the best of these conversations together for a deep dive on what is arguably the most important elements of UK property investing.

Featuring:

  • Dawid Dowbusz
  • Wendy Whittaker-Large 
  • Jake Barber 
  • Tanya Summer
  • Charlie Green
  • Damian Hughes
  • Nick Smith
  • Oliver Adams 
  • Richard Brown 


Topics Covered:

  • The Truth About UK Property Investing:
    Get past the “passive income from the beach” myth and hear candid stories on how hard UK property investment really is, especially for expats.
  • Discipline & Resilience:
    Wendy Whittaker-Large and David Dovebush stress discipline, realism, and not giving up—even when things are tough or seem impossible.
  • Cultural Mindset & Opportunity:
    Jake Barber explores the unique challenges and perspectives of UK-based investors versus their expat counterparts and highlights how a change in environment can lead to a more proactive mindset.
  • Overcoming Expat Obstacles:
    Tanya Sommer debunks common myths about expat mortgages and emphasizes persistence, seeking the right advice, and conquering fear.
  • Building Trust Remotely:
    Trust expert Charlie Green breaks down the dual nature of trust—how to be trustworthy as an investor and how to take smart risks on others in the property space, especially when investing from afar.
  • From Motivation to Habits:
    Damian Hughes (High Performance Podcast) discusses why habits, not raw motivation, drive long-term success in UK property investment. Learn how to create non-negotiables and leverage both intrinsic and extrinsic motivators.
  • Managing Risk & Handling Setbacks:
    Nick Smith offers practical strategies for anxiety: assess worst-case scenarios, learn from them, and move forward with confidence.
  • Bouncing Back from Failure:
    Property trader Oliver Adams shares a cautionary tale of a costly mistake and his process for learning, letting go, and returning to the market stronger than ever.
  • Let Your Subconscious Solve Problems:
    Richard Brown provides a creative mindset tip: give your subconscious a challenge before bedtime and ideate solutions while you sleep.


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UK property, UK property investment, expat investors, remote UK property investing, property investing mindset, UK property challenges, UK expat mortgages, building trust property, property risk management, UK portfolio building, real estate mindset, overseas property investing, property investor habits, property investing resilience, UK real estate investing tips

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