Your Property Podcast

In this episode of Your Property Network, Ant Lyons sits down with Arden Hart to talk through a real-world property journey — from starting out with no clear strategy to scaling a portfolio that delivers meaningful monthly income.

After Covid brought Arden’s successful music career to a sudden halt, he turned to property out of necessity — and learned fast. In this conversation, Arden openly shares the wins, the mistakes, and the lessons he’s picked up along the way.

You’ll hear about:

Starting in property with limited capital

Choosing a strategy and adapting it over time

Buy-to-lets, HMOs, and where higher yields come from

The realities of scaling a property business

Bringing in private investors and overcoming imposter syndrome

Setting a realistic financial freedom target

Using property to buy back time, not just build wealth

This episode is honest, practical, and grounded in real experience — perfect for anyone starting out or looking to move beyond their first few deals.

If you believe ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things in property, this conversation is for you.

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In this episode of Your Property Network, Ant is joined by portfolio landlord and full-time property professional Rebecca Alcock, who shares her journey from corporate life as a Chartered Accountant to building a thriving, cash-flowing property business.

Rebecca talks candidly about how she scaled a portfolio of 60 HMO rooms in Sheffield, why stability and predictability have shaped her strategy, and how her focus has evolved from aggressive cash flow to long-term capital appreciation. They explore HMOs vs blocks of flats, working within strict Article 4 areas, raising funds through private investors, and why simpler deals often outperform complex projects in the long run.

The conversation also dives into the realities of leaving a well-paid corporate career, juggling family life, avoiding burnout, building a team, and creating a property business that supports lifestyle freedom — not stress.

Whether you’re starting out, scaling up, or considering the leap into property full-time, this episode is packed with practical insight, honest lessons, and real-world perspective.

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In this packed episode of Your Property Podcast, we sit down with Richie Clapson — one of the UK’s most respected development educators — to break down exactly what every aspiring developer needs to know before tackling larger property projects.

Richie shares the fundamentals of successful development, including why solid education matters, how to navigate the planning system, and how to select the right type of property for your strategy. We dig into the financing pitfalls that catch new developers out, and why building the right team can save you from costly mistakes.

We also go deeper into mindset: overcoming imposter syndrome, thinking like a professional developer, and how having a non-executive adviser can keep your projects on track. Richie finishes with practical guidance on procurement, structuring deals, and managing risk effectively.

If you’re ready to step confidently into property development, this episode is a must-listen.

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Is serviced accommodation a genuine upgrade on buy-to-let in today’s market? Ant sits down with SA operator Phil Saunders to unpack the numbers, the tech stack, and the reality of running SA at scale. From contractor-focused one-beds to 8-bed luxury homes, Phil shares the playbook: how to stabilise income, avoid the “Airbnb death spiral,” win more direct bookings, and navigate UK regulation. Includes a full case study of an 8-bed Grade II farmhouse (bought ~£300k; ~£130k–£140k gross; ~£40k+ net) — plus why adding a hot tub can add ~£40k/yr to revenue.

You’ll learn:

Why SA can deliver 2–3x BTL cashflow (with the same asset)

How to structure operations so it doesn’t become a second job

The two essential systems (channel manager + dynamic pricing)

Direct bookings strategy to keep 15–20% OTA fees in your pocket

Reviews, Superhost status, and safeguarding your listing performance

Regulation in Scotland/Wales/England — threats and opportunities

Market due diligence with AirDNA and why bigger homes can win

Links & Resources:

Phil on LinkedIn: “Phil Saunders”

Email: [email protected]

Is serviced accommodation a genuine upgrade on buy-to-let in today’s market? Ant sits down with SA operator Phil Saunders to unpack the numbers, the tech stack, and the reality of running SA at scale. From contractor-focused one-beds to 8-bed luxury homes, Phil shares the playbook: how to stabilise income, avoid the “Airbnb death spiral,” win more direct bookings, and navigate UK regulation. Includes a full case study of an 8-bed Grade II farmhouse (bought ~£300k; ~£130k–£140k gross; ~£40k+ net) — plus why adding a hot tub can add ~£40k/yr to revenue.

You’ll learn:

Why SA can deliver 2–3x BTL cashflow (with the same asset)

How to structure operations so it doesn’t become a second job

The two essential systems (channel manager + dynamic pricing)

Direct bookings strategy to keep 15–20% OTA fees in your pocket

Reviews, Superhost status, and safeguarding your listing performance

Regulation in Scotland/Wales/England — threats and opportunities

Market due diligence with AirDNA and why bigger homes can win

Links & Resources:

Phil on LinkedIn: “Phil Saunders”

Email: [email protected]

Are small buy-to-let landlords finished… or is this exactly the moment to lean in? In this candid conversation, Ant Lyons (Your Property Network) sits down with veteran investor and PIN founder Simon Zutshi to cut through the doom and gloom around the Renters’ Rights Bill, Section 24, EPC changes, rising rates—and why, despite it all, there’s still a powerful role for the small, professional landlord.

Simon shares his “five golden rules,” how he’s adapting his own portfolio (and why most new purchases now go into Ltd companies), and the practical moves you can make this quarter to find motivated sellers, structure win-win deals, and buy for cash flow first. If you’ve been on the fence, this is your confidence injection.

What you’ll learn

The real impact of the Renters’ Rights Bill & Section 24—and how pros are adapting

Why vulnerable tenants may be hit hardest (and how good landlords can still help)

EPC realities for older stock and what “good enough” looks like

Buying criteria that works in 2025–2026: cash flow, demand, buffer

When flipping is risky—and how to future-proof by holding for income

Why now is a contrarian buying window (and how to spot motivated landlords)

How to “sweat the asset” (HMOs, SA) and compete on quality, not a race to the bottom

Simon’s offer-and-follow-up playbook to actually get deals agreed

Timestamps

0:00 Intro — Is the small landlord finished?

1:30 The policy landscape: RRB, Section 24, taxation reality

6:40 Who really pays the price? Tenants, courts, and insurance options

11:20 EPC changes and older stock—what’s realistic

14:30 Company structures, treating it like a business

17:30 Buy for cash flow (not hope): shifting criteria into 2026

21:40 Quality HMOs vs “average” stock

23:40 Contrarian window: why Simon is buying now

29:20 New builds vs value-add: where returns really come from

39:10 Simon’s checklist: motivated sellers, demand, cash flow, long-term, buffer

43:55 Offer strategy & relentless follow-up

About our guest

Simon Zutshi is the founder of Property Investors Network (PIN), bestselling author of Property Magic, and a full-time investor with three decades of experience through multiple cycles.

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In this must-listen to interview, Ant Lyons (Founder of Your Property Network) sits down with Susannah Cole of The Good Property Company to reveal the hard-won lessons from flipping hundreds of UK properties — including deals delivering six-figure profits.

Drawing on years of experience and over £45 million in completed property transactions, Susannah shares:

How to identify flip opportunities with massive profit potential

Real-world case studies of flips that made £100k+ profit

The biggest pitfalls that wipe out profit margins — and how to avoid them

How to budget, manage renovations, and control costs

The essential systems to flip multiple properties at once without burnout

Why timing, finance, and team selection make or break a deal

If you want to flip property for profit in today’s market — whether your goal is to make your first £30k or a consistent six-figure income — this conversation is packed with actionable strategies you can implement right away.

In this episode of Your Property Podcast, Ant Lyons and Alex Daley dive into what they’d do if they were starting (or restarting) their property journey from scratch today.

With nearly 30 years of combined experience, Ant and Alex share real-world insights, strategies, and golden rules for beginners — or those stuck at one or two buy-to-lets — looking to gain clarity, confidence, and momentum.

They cover:

How to avoid paralysis by analysis and finally take action

The key questions to ask before choosing a strategy

Why your first deal with intent matters

Proven tactics for adding value and recycling cash

Personal case studies from buy-to-let, HMO, and flat conversion projects

What to do with £60k–£100k of starting capital

How to balance buying to hold vs. buying to sell

Whether you're starting your property investing journey or hitting reset with more purpose, this is an honest, practical discussion to help you take the next step.

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Jack and Charlotte, two young and ambitious property investors who’ve built a thriving property business using none of their own money — all while travelling the world.

💼 Discover how they:

Funded their flips and property deals with private investor finance

Built strong relationships and trust with investors

Systemised their business to operate remotely while exploring South America

Managed live projects from across the globe

Created a lifestyle of adventure, freedom, and financial independence

🌍 From sourcing deals to surfing in Ecuador — this is a must-watch for anyone who dreams of designing life on their terms through property.

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