‘We were able to achieve an extra 175,000 in our accounts - this is a game-changer’ As a successful property investor, Shaz has extensive experience and expertise. In this informative episode, he shares an example of one of his own redevelopment projects. When purchasing to redevelop from commercial to residential there are tax allowances available that are game-changers for any investor. Shaz takes us through his project explaining in detail the costs and how effective use of tax planning made ...
Mar 24, 2020•22 min•Ep. 12
This week, Shaz discusses the process of incorporating your property portfolio, looking at both the benefits and drawbacks of doing so. Whether your portfolio is an existing one, or starting from scratch with a limited company, Shaz provides a helpful guide that’ll give you the knowledge to make the best decisions! KEY TAKEAWAYS Even if you only have one or two properties in your portfolio, it could be worth running them through a limited company, as opposed to running them through your name. It...
Mar 10, 2020•20 min•Ep. 11
The most common question Shaz is asked is ‘how do you find the time to fit everything in with 5 businesses, your work as a City councillor and as part of the board of 2 charities? Shaz shares how he is able to do all this and spend quality time with his young family in this episode about effective time management. Instead of time management, it should be really be called self-management because, in reality, we can’t manage time, we can only manage ourselves and Shaz explains the most effective w...
Mar 03, 2020•17 min•Ep. 10
‘If you track, measure and refine over time you will generate more leads by focussing on the right channels’ Shaz is sharing the numbers that every business owner should know in this episode that provides great practical advice on how to get marketing, lead generation and conversion work effectively in your business. If you are a small business spending on marketing can be daunting and there can be a temptation to spend less. Shaz explains why you should spend more and how to utilise your ‘A’ cu...
Feb 25, 2020•13 min•Ep. 9
‘The benefits of a coach are massive and will change your business’ Shaz is sharing his own business experience of working with a coach in this engaging episode that has something for anyone in business. He explains his initial decision to not work with a coach because he didn’t think he needed to and the huge benefits he has experienced across his businesses as a result of re-evaluating the role of a coach and subsequently making a positive choice to make coaching an integral part of his busine...
Feb 18, 2020•16 min•Ep. 8
Finance is a part of the business so often ignored by entrepreneurs and business owners, and yet it’s an area that can make a huge difference in terms of success and revenue. This week, Shaz shares a few financial strategies that will give a boost to any company, and a few home truths that will stop financial decay in its tracks. KEY TAKEAWAYS Pricing is the single biggest issue with the biggest impact on your bottom line. Most people look at their competition and charge less than them. Cutting ...
Feb 11, 2020•18 min•Ep. 7
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is one of the most complicated things in property. It's also one of the most misrepresented things in property, usually through solicitors or accountants who don’t truly know what they’re talking about. Luckily, Shaz does know what he’s talking about, and this week he’s talking to you about this complex issue in the hopes that by knowing more, you’ll be able to take better advantage of some of the opportunities that not many know of. KEY TAKEAWAYS Some accountants and ...
Feb 04, 2020•14 min•Ep. 6
This week, Shaz wants to tell you all about a property deal that came about by chance, and the strategies he employed in order to take immediate advantage of it. Sometimes deals spring up from nowhere, and you need to move quickly. In this episode, Shaz gives you the invaluable advice that will allow you to do just that. KEY TAKEAWAYS Talk to as many people as you can in your particular area, and make sure you tell them about what you do. You never know when you’ll stumble onto the deal of a lif...
Feb 04, 2020•18 min•Ep. 2
Welcome to Wealth Made Simple, a new podcast in which entrepreneur, award-winning accountant, tax expert and investor, Shaz Nawaz, guides you through the process of making money, keeping money, and most importantly, growing your money. Few people know more about mastering money through business, property or tax saving strategies. Throughout his career, Shaz has helped his clients make tens of millions of pounds in additional profits through the very business strategies he’ll be sharing with you ...
Feb 04, 2020•25 min•Ep. 1
In Shaz’s experience, the one thing you should never skimp on is the cost involved in acquiring leads and converting them into customers, because it’s money well spent. Converting leads into customers is a game-changing activity that can and will change your business. In this episode, Shaz shares some of the strategies and incentives he uses to find and keep those customers! KEY TAKEAWAYS Most people don’t even know their “Cost Per Lead” number, and if they do, they’re generally always trying to...
Feb 04, 2020•14 min•Ep. 5
It’s a very special crossover episode this week. Shaz joined entrepreneur investor, and co-founder of Progressive Property, Mark Homer, on the Mark My Words podcast, where he discussed everything from current projects and deals, tax strategies that have worked, the ways in which business can serve the community, and some of the tax misconceptions that might be needlessly costing you money. The whole conversation is presented for you today! KEY TAKEAWAYS A No-Money-Down strategy has worked for Sh...
Feb 04, 2020•50 min•Ep. 3
In this edition, Shaz talks you through the concept of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and tells you all about the most essential ones you should be making a part of your property journey. Having conducted over 3,000 business consultations, Shaz has recognised that the best and most profitable businesses are the ones who track their performance through data, and act whenever certain points are hit. And you should, too! KEY TAKEAWAYS It’s vital to track your numbers, study them well, and take ...
Feb 04, 2020•21 min•Ep. 4
