We recently spent a whole day talking property with a couple of hundred people who attended our Discovery Day. Time and time again we are reminded that people don't know much - or even anything - about our other businesses, RMP Property and Yellow Lettings, and it was great to meet and share information with many of you. Watch this space for future Discovery Day dates... This week we're looking at mindset, and how biases can lead you down a certain path which could result in decisions which are ...
Jul 06, 2017•27 min
It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob' Sam and Barnaby... ...ask Rob & Rob...What are the advantages of being a cash buyer? PLUS: How do I finance a flip? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. NEE...
Jul 04, 2017•8 min
This week we have been busy putting the finishing touches to the next issue of The Property Hub Magazine, which is looking fantastic. We've also been planning the details for the new and improved Property Hub Summits which we will give you more details on very soon. The topic this week is how to predict future property prices and we've used lots of historical data in order to help us forecast what the next few years may have in store for the property market in the UK. If you'd like to take a loo...
Jun 29, 2017•23 min
It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob' Noel and Tory... ...ask Rob & Rob...How can I protect myself when buying off-plan? PLUS: Why is tax not included in deal assessment calculations? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording ...
Jun 27, 2017•9 min
This week we're focussing on a topic discussed regularly - what's happening to the London property market? So, what's happened over the last 8 years? London prices have grown 80% over 8 years (since 2009) Every price band has increased by roughly the same percentage...BUT timing differs Top 30% recovered from 2009-2012. Driven by overseas buyers and domestic residents who didn’t need mortgages or could get them more easily Lower sectors only grew strongly from 2013 onwards. Driven by ripple effe...
Jun 22, 2017•22 min
It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. Alex and Neil... ...ask Rob & Rob...Should I invest £100k in London or elsewhere? PLUS: Can I challenge these letting agency fees? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your compu...
Jun 20, 2017•9 min
So we're pretty sure we're not breaking news here, but there was an election last week. The results have been interesting to say the least, but what does it all mean from an investment perspective? Listen to this week's podcast in full to get the low down from Rob & Rob on what this new parliament means for you. Resource of the week Insight Timer is the top rated free meditation app on android and iOS stores. If you enjoyed The Property Podcast, please leave a review on iTunes Reviews are re...
Jun 15, 2017•15 min
It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. Two listeners... ...ask Rob & Rob...How does Birmingham rate as an investment location? PLUS: How do I find a property mentor? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer ...
Jun 13, 2017•8 min
Don't blame us for the ever so slightly sensationalist title this week, blame Moneyweek who covered this recently (thanks to James Watters for the heads-up on this one). Rather dramatically Moneyweek say: “Like a vast pyramid scheme, the UK housing market has been defying the reality of low wage growth and productivity, worsening affordability" and.. “When a rocket runs out of fuel it continues to rise before plunging earthwards. This is where we seem to be now." Goodness! Listen in full to get ...
Jun 08, 2017•22 min
It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. Two listeners... ...ask Rob & Rob... Should I take the guaranteed rent? PLUS: Is there a limit on how much interest you can claim? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your compu...
Jun 06, 2017•7 min
This week we get political on The Podcast and launch a brand new course over on The Property Hub! Exciting times. We've read the housing issues in the manifestos so that you don't have to. Find out what the Conservative, Labour and Lib Dem policies on housing are, and how these might impact you. Of course, housing is only part of the reason you choose who to vote for, but we're focussing solely on this topic. New course: How to invest when you have no time. How To Invest When You Have No Time - ...
Jun 01, 2017•21 min
It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. Two listeners... ...ask Rob & Rob...What are the pros and cons of buying without a mortgage? PLUS: How do you invest in areas where you don't live? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recordi...
May 30, 2017•9 min
This week we're looking at how your age should change your investment strategy. And we're roping in a host of colourful and well known characters to explain things. Are you a Wild William, a Sensible Sam, a Make it Back Marge, a Planning Pete or an Income Ingrid? Listen to find out, then head over to the forum to discuss in more detail. Discovery Day - On Sale Now! It’s back! We have a brand new Discovery Day coming your way on Saturday 24th June in central London. This is your chance to learn a...
May 25, 2017•24 min
Some people moan all the time. It’s making life worse for them and everyone around them – you need to realise if you’re a complainer, and if you are you can do something about it! When you're complaining: You’re focusing on problems you miss opportunities Perceived problems stop you from taking action You’ll be less happy, yet reality will be no different Nobody will want to be around you! Rob and Rob talk about how changing your mindset can make a big difference. Develop the attitude of not com...
May 18, 2017•19 min
It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. Two listeners... ...ask Rob & Rob...What's the best way to keep builders on track? PLUS: How do interest-only mortgages work? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer i...
May 15, 2017•10 min
Okay so this sounds like it could be a bit of a click bait podcast episode but we promise you it's not. This is a really important one, and you won't want to miss out. Find out why an influx of overseas investment in the northern cities will start a boom due to the resulting supply and demand issue. Hear from Rob B how deals are going straight to investors in the far east, where they can be sold off-plan at full price in a matter of weeks. And Rob D will tell you how this rings some bells of fam...
May 11, 2017•24 min
It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. Two listeners... ...ask Rob & Rob...How can two valuations be so far apart? PLUS: Is a digital tenancy agreement legal? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead...
May 09, 2017•8 min
First of all we celebrate the huge success of Rob D's book launch last week Thank you to everyone who supported the book so brilliantly, it is hugely appreciated! Keep spreading the word to anyone you think will find it useful. It's Meetup night tonight - the perfect opportunity to talk property with people who are as geekily obsessed as yourself. Check out all the details here. This week in The Property Podcast we look at alternatives to the standard BTL such as crowdfunding (in a couple of dif...
May 04, 2017•29 min
It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. Two listeners... ...ask Rob & Rob...One property or two? PLUS: How do I build these flats? PLUS: What's the impact of a falling lease term? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via y...
May 02, 2017•8 min
We're very excited to announce that Rob D's new book came out yesterday and we may be biased, but we think it is his best yet. In this week's special episode of The Property Podcast, we are going to discuss 'How to be a landlord', with tips from the book, and from all sorts of other places. Also, we have Meetups next week. The evening's are lighter so there's no excuse not to join your nearest get together. Find all the details here. You'll need to listen to the episode in full to get all of thi...
Apr 27, 2017•24 min
It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. This week Rob (yes, another one) and Daniel... ...ask Rob & Rob...One property or two? PLUS: Selling a property within 6 months The Robs give their take on these topics. What do you think? Head over to the forum to discuss. ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (...
Apr 25, 2017•9 min
What makes the perfect rental property? This week The Robs give their tips on what to do and what to avoid, in order to create the ideal rental property for both you and your tenants. What is more trouble than it's worth? What is an absolute essential? The Robs give you their take on how to make your property work for you and ensure it gets tenanted quickly and with no fuss. In other news, we're putting the finishing touches to the next edition of the magazine, it will be with you very soon and ...
Apr 20, 2017•22 min
It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. This week two listeners... ...ask Rob & Rob...What should I look for when offering finance to another investor? PLUS: Can I use a 2nd charge mortgage to borrow more? The Robs give their take on these topics. What do you think? Head over to the forum to discuss. ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick...
Apr 18, 2017•9 min
Last week it was Scotland v England (or Rob D v Rob B) at the Meetups as Rob D ventured to Edinburgh to our brilliant Meetup there, led by Karen & Bill. Rob B took over the helm at the King's Cross Meetup and both locations were very busy. Rob D spent a bit more time putting the finishing touches to his new book 'How to be a Landlord' but we'll tell you more about that over the next couple of weeks. Now on to this week's big topic - all about lease hold. Something that puts some people off -...
Apr 13, 2017•31 min
It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. This week Abdul & Ivan... ...ask Rob & Rob...How do assisted sales work? PLUS: What should I be aware of with Build To Rent schemes? The Robs give their take on these topics. What do you think? Head over to the forum to discuss. ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 80...
Apr 11, 2017•12 min
Alastair prompted this week's podcast topic, and it's a very important one! But what's been happening with The Robs this week? Rob D is putting the finishing touches to his new book which will be out on April 26th, we're all excited about this one as it is definitely needed. The Robs will also be at the Meetups tonight - Rob B is stand in leader in King's Cross, but Rob D has travelled to Scotland to our rebooted Edinburgh Meetup. It's not too late to get your ticket to your local Meetup, and re...
Apr 06, 2017•22 min
It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. This week two listeners... ...ask Rob & Rob...Do the Robs ever disagree? PLUS: Will the government changes mean fewer investors? The Robs give their take on these topics. What do you think? Head over to the forum to discuss. ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 ...
Apr 04, 2017•14 min
Some people think that Rob D isn’t a new builds kinda guy, this isn’t true. New builds are great for hands off investors, but you need to be aware of key points to be successful. Why you would in invest All new appliances and 10 year warranty - Ideal for hands off investors BMV possibility if you buy in volume - learn more on buying BMV in our course here. Tennant appeal - What would you lease a new car or an old car? Buying process - No chain Lower energy bills Why you wouldn’t Hard to add valu...
Mar 30, 2017•28 min
It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. This week's questions come from Drew & Matt who... ...ask Rob & Rob...What effect will the government white paper have on house prices? PLUS: How do you pay off an interest-only mortgage? The Robs give their take on these topics. What do you think? Head over to the forum to discuss. ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever...
Mar 28, 2017•8 min
A long overdue podcast focussing on buying in Scotland. What to be aware of when you buy in Scotland, and of course, we will be discussing where to buy. Check the Home Report. The Home Report is a document that exists in Scotland but not here, and we love this as it gives both parties a lot more confidence in the sale as it progresses, as there are no surprises that crop up along the line. This will contain a survey (including a valuation), an energy report and a property questionnaire. Plan you...
Mar 23, 2017•26 min
