In this episode, Rob explains why it has been decided to ban no-fault evictions in England as part of the proposed Renters Reform Bill 2022. He looks at both sides of the argument and at how this and other things that have been outlined in the bill are likely to impact both tenants and landlords. KEY TAKEAWAYS Going through the court system to evict a bad tenant is costly and extremely time-consuming. Families with children or pets tend to stay in the same property far longer. For landlords, a w...
Jul 31, 2022•20 min•Ep. 290
Watching the sunrise over Lago Atitlan and freezing our knackers off was an enjoyable experience, along with smoking cigars and watching the New England Patriots (yes…. them a lot again) win the Super Bowl against Seattle. ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob w...
Jul 27, 2022•15 min•Ep. 289
In this episode, Rob sits down for an in-depth conversation with John – The Expat Property Guy who is based in Asia but still invests in UK property. He and Rob discuss the ins and outs of financing a property. They discuss using angel investors, joint venture partners, friends, and family. As well as the ins and outs of drawing up a contract, working out when to repay an investor, how to find investors and much more. KEY TAKEAWAYS Most property investors need to look for finance, at some stage....
Jul 24, 2022•48 min•Ep. 288
Our first contact with the Maya. Copan Ruinas, getting ideas for tattoos and taking time to chill out in a lovely part of the world. ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob wants to make a huge difference to people around the world. He is here to guide your succes...
Jul 20, 2022•14 min•Ep. 287
In this episode, Rob sits down to speak with Neil Goodrich, the former chair of the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) Futures. Neil starts by providing a potted history of social housing and housing associations, in the UK. Then, explain the criteria for the right-to-buy scheme. He and Rob then discuss the 2022 Social Housing White Paper. Focusing on what would happen if housing associations were forced to sell their stock off in a comparable way to the council house Right to Buy scheme. KEY ...
Jul 17, 2022•32 min•Ep. 286
Having successfully got through Honduras, we take a week out on Utila where Aaron gets his PADI certificate and Rob goes off to explore the island and enjoy island life. ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob wants to make a huge difference to people around the w...
Jul 13, 2022•14 min•Ep. 285
In this episode, Rob sits down with Tim Bishop of Bonallack & Bishop solicitor to talk about what he calls “The Legal Sixpack.” The essential documents that every property business owner or developer needs to have in place to safeguard their business. Tim is also a developer, so understands first-hand the potential pitfalls of buying, developing, and running properties. Plus, of course, his work as a solicitor provides him with further insights into potential issues and how having the right ...
Jul 11, 2022•31 min•Ep. 284
Could we get from Esteli to La Ceiba (Northern Honduras) in 1 day? Or would we end up getting stuck in the most dangerous city in the world, at that time? ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob wants to make a huge difference to people around the world. He is her...
Jul 06, 2022•17 min•Ep. 283
In this episode, Rob once again sits down with Marc Champ of Wharf Financial to discuss the current economic climate. In particular, how what is happening is likely to impact property owners and investors. KEY TAKEAWAYS Rising rates and inflation are starting to make lenders think twice about lending. Interest in commercial property is growing fast. There have been 50% fewer bridging loan applications in Q1, than expected. In London, first time leases for businesses have increased drastically. M...
Jul 03, 2022•17 min•Ep. 282
Looking into an active volcano is impressive. The red, orange, and amber bubbling away is something we will never forget. And those damn New England Patriots are at it again! ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob wants to make a huge difference to people around ...
Jun 29, 2022•19 min•Ep. 281
In this episode, Rob speaks with Stefan Tsvetkov, the founder of Realty Quant. A company that brings data-driven and quantitative techniques to the real estate industry. Stefan explains, in-depth, how economic crises impact housing markets. Explaining things like why the crash takes years to pan out and unfolds very differently in overvalued areas than it does in undervalued markets. They also discuss what type of data gathering and analysis tasks can be automated. As well as talking about the i...
Jun 27, 2022•31 min•Ep. 280
Always do your border crossings in daylight. We learnt this the hard way between Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Where would we end up? How would we get there? ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob wants to make a huge difference to people around the world. He is here ...
Jun 22, 2022•14 min•Ep. 279
In this episode, Rob talks to Richard Black who started his working life as a researcher and then became a reporter and presenter for some of the world's leading TV channels and radio show providers. During that time, he became interested in property development, a passion that he now pursues full time. Over the years, he has tried out many different property development models. In the episode, they discuss why Richard is not currently adding to his portfolio, and why the bubble is likely to bur...
Jun 19, 2022•39 min•Ep. 278
We enjoy a little bit of luxury in Panama City before having a wild night for New Year and then a come down on Bocas del Toro. ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob wants to make a huge difference to people around the world. He is here to guide your success in p...
Jun 15, 2022•16 min•Ep. 277
In this episode, Rob sits down to speak to Rachel Ollington who runs her own estate agency business and is also a landlord. Her passion is helping first-time buyers to get on the property ladder, and this is the main subject she and Rob speak about today. Dispelling several myths, as they do so. They also discuss how to leverage that first home, so you can use it to get involved in property investment too and how students can get a mortgage while still at university. KEY TAKEAWAYS Stop believing...
Jun 12, 2022•43 min•Ep. 276
When getting a boat, make sure you do not drink milkshakes just before you get on. IT WILL END UP IN DISASTER. ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob wants to make a huge difference to people around the world. He is here to guide your success in property, business...
Jun 08, 2022•24 min•Ep. 275
In this episode, Rob tries out a new format. One that listeners have been asking for. He shares details of the latest news stories and developments that are likely to impact the property industry over the coming months. He reviews what is happening with inflation, the war in Ukraine, and potential upcoming issues with food supply. As well as several other things that impact the cost of living and, therefore, how much they can pay for homes and housing. KEY TAKEAWAYS Inflation is running rife. Ne...
Jun 05, 2022•18 min•Ep. 274
The Galapagos is full of fun and entertaining animals. We explore Giant Tortoises in their natural habitat as well as other species unique to the Galapagos. Oh……and Rob gets chased by a pelican. ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob wants to make a huge differenc...
Jun 01, 2022•15 min•Ep. 273
In this episode, Rob speaks to Laura Darling who is a Group Executive at Star Group Property, where she works directly with the MD. Laura started her property career, while still at school. She has hands-on experience in most aspects of the property industry. Currently, she is a key part of a team that manages a property portfolio which is valued at £65 million. One that includes commercial as well as residential properties abroad. Laura explains what it was like to be a young mother working in ...
May 29, 2022•33 min•Ep. 272
Sorry Guayaquill but you really are the Flagstaff of South America. Hadn’t done a party bus for a few years so Banos seemed like a good place to reacquaint ourselves with drinking and transport 😊 ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob wants to make a huge differ...
May 25, 2022•14 min•Ep. 271
In this episode, Rob speaks to Jake Barlow the founder of the Property Store App, which makes property management simple. They talk through how to run your property portfolio efficiently. Jake explains how he and his partner successfully built up a property portfolio during the CoVid crisis and while travelling. Something that meant doing most things remotely. An experience that led to the creation of their Property Store App. Jake shares details of some of the most important features. During th...
May 22, 2022•30 min•Ep. 270
Normally you do not set out to travel the world to find a future spouse, but you never really know what is going to happen. We also explore the red-light district and 4 seasons in a day on Mount Monserrat which overlooks Bogota. ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom?...
May 18, 2022•13 min•Ep. 269
In this episode, Rob shares his top ten ways to deal with stress, when it builds up. Simple things you can do to reset yourself mentally and help to release the tension that has built up in your body. All of which, if practised regularly, can stop you from reaching the point where you are too stressed out. KEY TAKEAWAYS Everyone needs to relax and destress. It is highly beneficial. Getting close to nature and walking are both really good for you. Take a break from your tech for a few hours. Jour...
May 15, 2022•16 min•Ep. 268
Escobar had come and gone but his memory and imprint in Medellin is in full force. We also happened to be in the right place at the right time again for football. (Surprise, surprise). ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob wants to make a huge difference to peop...
May 11, 2022•17 min•Ep. 267
In this episode, Rob, and Tim Beecher of BHESCo talk about what is going on with improving the energy efficiency of UK housing stock. In particular, how BHESCo helps property owners to achieve this by taking advantage of the various funding sources. Much of the podcast is about how the new eco regulations are going to impact landlords and landladies. But they also talk about how homeowners can make their homes eco-friendlier without spending too much. They discuss what the changes are, and how g...
May 08, 2022•51 min•Ep. 266
Even by Rob’s toe-dipping standards, the sea was too hot to get in! Also, find out why you should ALWAYS heed the advice of hostel workers. ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob wants to make a huge difference to people around the world. He is here to guide your ...
May 04, 2022•14 min•Ep. 265
In this episode, Rob sits down with Marc Champ of Wharf Financial for their monthly property financing and opportunities round up. They talk about which fixed deals currently offer the best value and an unusual trend that is likely to impact mortgage rates. KEY TAKEAWAYS Strangely, a 10-year fixed rate can be slightly better than a 2-year deal. Marc explains why. Something slightly weird is happening with mortgage interest rates in the UK. Having a fixed rate has cons as well as pros. The rate o...
May 01, 2022•21 min•Ep. 264
Yes, yes, yes, Bull Penis soup really is a thing. Not really a lot to say or do when you have a bull penis staring at you in the face. ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob wants to make a huge difference to people around the world. He is here to guide your succ...
Apr 27, 2022•14 min•Ep. 263
In this episode, Rob looks at how to achieve a good credit score, which makes securing the finance you need to buy property a lot cheaper and easier. To do this he speaks to Sho Sugihara who is the co-founder and CEO of PAVE. He is an award-winning app provider that empowers people to improve their current and future financial situation. Doing so by building a better credit score and managing their finances proactively. They cover what a credit score is, the impact it has on your ability to borr...
Apr 24, 2022•42 min•Ep. 262
Sometimes we just do not learn lessons. Seeing the Nazca Lines whilst still remotely high was an experience of a lifetime. Sandboarding and a few regrets are outlined on this part of the trip. ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob wants to make a huge difference...
Apr 20, 2022•13 min•Ep. 261
