Nick Claydon and Sarah Blaney discuss the importance of having a strong "why" in property investing, and share their own personal reasons for getting started in property and how their motivations have evolved over time. They also highlight three key behaviours of successful property investors, including persistence, following the advice of experienced investors, and overcoming assumptions about money, and why it’s vital to celebrate your wins along the way! KEY TAKEAWAYS Having a strong "why" is...
Sep 10, 2023•47 min•Ep. 141
Nick Claydon interviews Gemma Russell, a successful property investor and therapist. Gemma shares her journey in the property industry, from starting with Property Wealth System to flipping houses and running service accommodation. She discusses the challenges she has faced, including dealing with difficult guests and overcoming rejection. KEY TAKEAWAYS Staying consistent with daily actions and tasks is crucial for success in property investing. Even when faced with rejection or setbacks, it's i...
Sep 03, 2023•40 min•Ep. 140
James is joined by Dave and Darren of Michael Alexander Sourcing, a property sourcing company. Dave and Darren share their backgrounds in construction and how they got into property investing. They also discuss the challenges and regulations involved in setting up a sourcing business, including insurance, data protection, and money laundering checks, providing valuable insights into the world of property sourcing and the benefits of working with experienced professionals in the field. KEY TAKEAW...
Aug 27, 2023•45 min•Ep. 139
In this episode of the This Property Life podcast, Caroline Claydon is joined by Sarah Blaney to discuss the pros and cons of working with angel investors in the property business. They delve into the benefits for angel investors, how to find them, and how to structure agreements and interest rates. KEY TAKEAWAYS Angel investors are private individuals with capital to lend to property investors. They are typically high net worth individuals who have money that is not being used effectively. Find...
Aug 13, 2023•36 min•Ep. 138
Caroline Claydon talks to Stephen Cheung who's based in Canada, but who invests in Canada, the US and the UK, utilising multiple streams of income in order to create the life of his dreams, and in this conversation, he discusses his journey and how you can emulate his formidable success. KEY TAKEAWAYS We can often be overwhelmed by the need to make money, sacrificing our lives and time in order to keep our income. But the best way of living life is make the money work for us. Property prices hav...
Aug 06, 2023•54 min•Ep. 137
James D'Souza talks to Michael Lawson - an ex-pat currently living in Dubai, and who invests in a certain, concentrated property development area in Scotland. Michael talks about the best practices he's discovered when it comes to investing from abroad, and the life he's been able to create since doing so. KEY TAKEAWAYS When you stop treating investing as a hobby and start treating it like a business, then the results improve exponentially. Investing in a chosen area can work very effectively. Y...
Jul 30, 2023•49 min•Ep. 136
Caroline Claydon is joined by Kenny Campbell of Breadalbane Finance, to discuss development finance, quantity surveying, what we need to look at from an investors point of view, and what the lenders look at and expect from us. KEY TAKEAWAYS There's no denying that times are difficult right now, and lenders and investors are twitchy and unsure. This doesn't mean that there isn't activity or opportunities to be had. Construction costs are rising and profit margins are being squeezed. If people own...
Jul 23, 2023•36 min•Ep. 135
Caroline Claydon talks to Aamir Safdar, a hugely experienced investor and graduate of the Property Wealth System training, who discusses how he took the education he received, and used it to propel his investing journey to the next level! KEY TAKEAWAYS Despite the level of knowledge you may have, there will always be a fresh new way to do something, so constantly developing is never a bad thing. It's worth remembering that when you work for someone else, your position will never be guaranteed. T...
Jul 16, 2023•36 min•Ep. 134
James D'Souza talks to Oli Arnold of Vanlife Conversions, which converts vans into camper vans, about renovations and refurbishments on a smaller scale, and how you can apply the techniques he's learned to your own property investment portfolio. KEY TAKEAWAYS Creating a power team will give you the skill sets you need in order to turn properties into something wonderful. Living the life of a digital nomad has become very attractive. People are able to travel and work from anywhere, renting out t...
Jul 09, 2023•34 min•Ep. 133
James D'Souza meets Dorian Payne, who started investing in property at a very young age, and utilises a very niche strategy. Dorian talks about his investing journey, and what makes his investing method so unique. KEY TAKEAWAYS If you can tie your passion to your profession then you never feel as though you're working. Days fly by much quicker if we work at the things we love. You may feel as though you're stuck in a rut from time to time, but each challenge is a lesson. You can learn from any s...
Jul 02, 2023•48 min•Ep. 132
James D'Souza talks to Raj Bhatt, who after completing property investing education took action to fulfil his ambitions. But how did he do? Listen as Raj talks about his property journey, and how he turned dreams into success! KEY TAKEAWAYS There's no substitute for knowledge and mentorship. There's always something you won't know, or a new way of doing things you haven't yet thought of. Look at the numbers and decide which strategy will get you to where you want to be as soon as possible. Some ...
Jun 25, 2023•41 min•Ep. 131
James D'Souza is joined by Dan Fatica of DJF Asset Management, to talk about all things investing, how he transitioned from buy-to-lets to London investing, as well as how bridging operators work and how you can add this valuable tool to your investing armoury. KEY TAKEAWAYS Every time we face a problem and fix them, we add another tool to our toolkit. Things may be hard at the outset, but they get easier with each lesson learned. Mastering local area knowledge is essential to making the most of...
Jun 18, 2023•52 min•Ep. 130
In this episode Ben Green discusses the property strategy he is using to drive his passion for giving back to the community and help those who most need it The assisted and supported living strategy involves buying for demand and working with local authorities to provide homes for those who need it most and this is a great opportunity to hear about Ben’s experiences and the many elements that need to be understood and worked with to achieve successful leases that support those who need help the ...
Jun 11, 2023•49 min•Ep. 129
James D'Souza discusses the Renter's Reform Bill 2023 - what it means, how it might affect you, and what to expect when it comes into force. KEY TAKEAWAYS This was first raised in the 2019 Conservative manifesto, with the aim of creating a fairer rental market for all, balancing the power between tenants and landlords. Rents can only be increased once per year, must be a fair figure in line with inflation, and must be a justified increase. Ombudsmans will be settling disputes from now on, at a c...
Jun 04, 2023•38 min•Ep. 128
Caroline Claydon talks to Charlie Sullivan, who made great success in property for one reason - to create time and build a flexible life, allowing him to be far more present for his family. Charlie discusses the value of time, and why property is the best way to make sure we're there for the people who count in life. KEY TAKEAWAYS Life doesn't have to be a series of unfulfilling jobs designed to make others happy. There is real value in striking out for yourself and making your own dreams come t...
May 28, 2023•36 min•Ep. 127
Caroline Claydon is joined by Gary Wales, a property investor who has recently founded a property estate agency which is off to an incredible start. In this conversation, Caroline and Gary talk about how you can get the best out of working with estate agents, and how to align your different aims. KEY TAKEAWAYS Always look for ways to build and nurture your relationship with estate agents. You'll always get time from them if you look to build and provide mutual wins. We can use the agent as a way...
May 21, 2023•29 min•Ep. 126
Caroline Claydon talks to Andrea Carrington, one of the most renowned mentors and trainers for Property Wealth System, about the ways in which you can operate in the UK housing sector from overseas. KEY TAKEAWAYS The main challenges faced by international investors are that a UK bank account is required, structure is needed, along with an understanding of how the property market operates. Guidance is the key to international investing success. Use the mentorship of those who can help you to unde...
May 14, 2023•31 min•Ep. 125
This week, Caroline Claydon talks to Lindsey Kane, who designed and built a property business to give herself and her father the freedom to make their own choices in life, as well as security for the future. Lindsey talks about how she turned her experience into practical use, and how she is now following her passions into other areas of business and investing as a result. KEY TAKEAWAYS There is a power to be found in diversity. If we're stuck doing the same things day in and day out, then it ca...
May 07, 2023•39 min•Ep. 124
Caroline Claydon is joined by property investor, Mandy Allsopp, who talks about her property journey, why flipping properties has become her go-to strategy, the power of education and experience, and how she has successfully transformed her life into one that allows her to set her own rules in life. KEY TAKEAWAYS Property is one of the most well-respected and proven forms of investment, and has become something of an aspirational way to grow and build money. The best way of learning about which ...
Apr 30, 2023•32 min•Ep. 123
Property investing is certainly a people business, so how can we make sure that we're effectively building relationships that can boost our chances of success? In this episode, Caroline Claydon talks to Andy Swann, who has an extensive relationship-building background having come from the military, about the ways in which we can negotiate ourselves away from danger towards life-changing, successful results. KEY TAKEAWAYS Inspiration for how big you can go and where you can reach, can be found al...
Apr 24, 2023•29 min•Ep. 122
Mark Dalton is a prolific property investor, business owner and entrepreneur who started life as a simple market trader. Mark meets James and Caroline, to talk about how he's revolutionised the way of thinking around investments and entrepreneurship, his mindset, philosophy and beliefs around investing, and his empowering, inspiring journey in business so far. KEY TAKEAWAYS Your vision has to be overpowering, and the hunger that drives you towards it has to be insatiable. If they are, then nothi...
Apr 16, 2023•43 min•Ep. 121
The term "angel investors" is used constantly in the world of property investing, but what are they, and more importantly, how can you make them a part of your investing journey? In this episode, Caroline and James tell you everything you need to know. KEY TAKEAWAYS Angel investors don't tend to come to you. You have to get out there and find them for yourself. Once you do, your property journey will be dramatically accelerated. Angel investors are looking for ways to make their money work harde...
Apr 09, 2023•31 min•Ep. 120
In this episode, Caroline Claydon talks to property investor, Jesper Frederiksen, who discusses the ways in which he has made the most of former bank buildings, turning them into residential units that produce huge wins for his property portfolio. KEY TAKEAWAYS In 2021, new measures were introduced, designed to transform high streets into a mixture of retail and residential. As banks are shuttering, there is now potential to turn these large unused units into housing. Bridging finance was sorely...
Apr 02, 2023•32 min•Ep. 119
This Property Life are joined by Barry-John and Leanne Corr - living proof that you too can make the leap into property, and go from employed to the life of your dreams - financially free and able to set your own agenda each day! KEY TAKEAWAYS Education is the key to making the most out of property. Using the right strategy at the right time will enable you to be able to move on any opportunity. If you have a clear vision of what is possible, and look for the point you want to reach, then it'll ...
Mar 26, 2023•27 min•Ep. 118
This week, Caroline and James discuss the recent budget announcements and how they might impact the property market, and your investing journey going forward. KEY TAKEAWAYS Economical and budgetary decisions taken by the government are out of our control. It's always best to optimise our plans in accordance with what's announced as we cannot control these decisions. In order to encourage people to return to work they are adjusting childcare benefits, but many may ask why they should return to wo...
Mar 20, 2023•34 min•Ep. 117
Caroline Claydon and James D'Souza discuss the best time to begin your investing journey when it comes to property, and if it's sometimes wiser to wait for certain market conditions. KEY TAKEAWAYS You can't ever hope to know when prices will be at the perfect point in time. Ultimately, if you have the right mindset and play for the long results, it doesn't matter when you buy. Property prices will inevitably grow over time, so there is never a long-term place in time that'll be perfect. When loo...
Mar 13, 2023•29 min•Ep. 116
Many find themselves put off the property investing route for fear that will not be able to raise the money needed to get started, but in this episode, Caroline Claydon explain the ways in which you can get going using other people's money, and where to find it! KEY TAKEAWAYS Being an entrepreneur or an investor is never about having money to play with. It does come into play, but that's further down the road. We're conditioned from a young age to think that we need money before we act, but we n...
Mar 06, 2023•29 min•Ep. 115
Caroline Claydon and James D'Souza review the last few months in property - the challenges they've faced and overcome, and the positivity and opportunity being sought as a result. KEY TAKEAWAYS Property investing is an adventure every day, and involves not just purchases, but also refurbishment and lots of problem-solving! Just because your plans get to a committee, doesn't necessarily mean that you're out of the woods. A thousand factors can go wrong. There's always a slight risk when you find ...
Feb 27, 2023•41 min•Ep. 114
Mark Winship is joined once more by Hus and Harpreet of Red Cedar Homes, for a catch-up about how their investment portfolio is going these days, as well as what they've learned in trhe last year and how their plans have changed and developed accordingly. KEY TAKEAWAYS Lettings agents, if you develop a fruitful relationship, are an invaluable tool to your investing journey, and can provide a wealth of information when needed. There is no substitute for education. Not only does it bolster our kno...
Feb 13, 2023•37 min•Ep. 112
When it comes to property investing education, how do you know who to trust? In this episode, Mark Winship talks about the best ways to find and engage a property education coach - the things you should look for, and the questions you should always be asking! KEY TAKEAWAYS Social media is awash with self-proclaimed property gurus. The trick is knowing which ones to listen to. Credible experience is key. One thing is for sure - education is vital when it comes to investing Choosing a mentor or co...
Feb 06, 2023•23 min•Ep. 111
