This month we are joined by Peter Licourinos, who is sharing with us some of his top tips for investing in HMOs. Peter, who has over 22 years experience in property gives us an in-depth insight into his model for investing. He and his team, who he credits with playing a huge part in his success, have invested in more than 400 properties. They go the extra mile to make sure the investments they make are carefully researched and therefore very profitable. In this podcast episode, we talk about mar...
Oct 01, 2019•49 min
This month we are joined by Karl Spencer who has, since we interviewed him last year, continued to expand his property development business. If you are thinking about or want to know more about new builds, then this podcast is not to be missed. We delve into the 'how to' and talk about everything from assessing sites, to the power team, financing, project management and even through to the highs and lows of selling the properties after they are finished. Piecing every stage of the process togeth...
Sep 02, 2019•1 hr 8 min
With over 20 years experience in the Scottish property market, this month we are joined by Paul Merrick who gives us an insiders view of this incredibly attractive yet 'overlooked' market. You can get in touch with Paul in the following ways: Email: Paul@professionalpropertytraining.com Web: https://www.professionalpropertytraining.com You can download a copy of the full article from www.yourpropertynetwork.co.uk/resources
Jul 27, 2019•54 min
Glenn Delve's business, Ocea, specialises in converting commercial properties. However, we were particularly keen to talk to Glenn this month to discuss his new venture - creating a bond to finance developments. But what even is a bond? How does it work? Isn't it only for big corporations? If you are looking to scale your developments and want to learn more about finding, raising and arranging finance, this is a podcast not to be missed. You can get in touch with Glenn in the following ways: web...
Jul 01, 2019•38 min
This month we talk to sisters Hannalie and Ankie, who have joined forces and are making a real impact on the property world! In this episode, they share quite openly how they manage their working relationship and the relationship with builders and tenants. They also share a tip on how to ensure you keep existing tenants happy, even when they are living in on a building site. While talking through what they have learnt from their recent pub conversion, these sisters share lots of handy hints and ...
Jun 01, 2019•37 min
In this month's episode we are joined by Paul Lanfear who, together with his wife Liz, owns a property company and brand called Property Angels. They are based in Leeds and offer boutique-style rooms for busy professionals and they talk to us about getting the model just right in a competitive market. You can get in touch with Paul in the following ways Facebook: Paul Lanfear LinkedIn: Paul Lanfear Twitter @Paul_Lanfear Instagram: @Paul_lanf You can download a copy of the full article from www.y...
Apr 30, 2019•52 min
Tara Coley started with her reason Why before she set out in property! It was simple, to be present in her son's life. A former financial advisor in the city, Tara wanted a way to achieve financial freedom and the perfect work/life balance. Whilst this initially meant being at home and around for her son, the property business has evolved to become so much more than this and her story will resonate with many. Property has given Tara the freedom and balance she craved and believes it can do the s...
Mar 18, 2019•44 min
In this episode we are joined by David and Amanda from Clarus Property as we talk in depth about Serviced Accommodation. Their extensive portfolio and knowledge offers you an eye opening view of this area of property. This is an amazing podcast that will make you look at property as a business rather than a strategy with some hidden opportunities that will help you maximise your revenue potential. You can find out more about David and Amanda by visiting https://clarusproperties.eu/ or search Cla...
Mar 01, 2019•1 hr 2 min
In this episode we are joined by husband and wife team Joe and Jane Harling, who have over 20 years' experience in converting properties. They share their extensive knowledge of commercial to residential conversions, many of which have been listed buildings, and just might make you think differently about future project opportunities. Joe and Jane talk through a case study of converting a former woollen mill into seven townhouses. As part of this, they reveal how important it is to do the right ...
Feb 01, 2019•50 min
We are ending 2018's podcast season with a goodie! We are delighted to be joined by the incredible Lloyd and Martha Smith who run Bodacious Beds, Wales' newest group of independent boutique guest houses. This is without doubt one of the most in-depth, honest and inspiring podcasts that we have ever done. This incredible duo talk about their business model and share with us some invaluable insights and secrets into their business. We also talk about their growth strategy, which is ultimately tran...
Dec 28, 2018•1 hr 1 min
In this episode we talk to innovative investor Murat (Mo) Haykir, who clearly understands the importance of a clear strategy, knowledge of the market and adding value to a property and to the business. In addition he has discovered how important it is to the bottom line to understand when to delegate and outsource. With two very successful business, multiple properties, a podcast and recently launching a best selling book, Mo shares with us his insights and experience of the HMO and serviced acc...
Dec 03, 2018•1 hr 12 min
Take one girl from Leeds, a hard working attitude and a love of helping others and we have the incredible KellyAnn Martin. Straight-talking KellyAnn joins us on this week's podcast in an incredibly open and honest discussion about her leap into property. A former high school teacher whose request to do part-time work was refused, she decided then that enough was enough. It was time to take things into her own hands. With the help of Google, KellyAnn soon discovered Progressive Property and joine...
Nov 12, 2018•1 hr 12 min
This week's guest could have been another casualty of the 2008 property crash, but his keen eye for the market and adaptability has seen Nick Carlile grow his business from a modest buy-to-let portfolio to owning an incredible 20 hotels boasting over 700 rooms. But how do you go from knowing nothing about owning and managing a hotel to owning a successful portfolio of 20? Nick talks us through every point in detail and explains how anyone can do it. He doesn't 'wing it' though. In fact he works ...
Oct 23, 2018•1 hr 12 min
In this weeks episode we are talking to one investor who challenged himself to grow his portfolio by an impressive 100 rooms in just 6 months. The question is, did they achieve it? Mike Frisby talks openly about why he set himself this challenge, how he did it and the obstacles he faced and overcame! Mike loves sharing knowledge especially over cheese and wine discovery days and in this episode he bares all. If you have big ideas and goals but don't know where to start, this episode is not to be...
Oct 09, 2018•46 min
This week we are joined by an incredible duo - Stuart Scott and Carly Houston, who are the team behind One Broad Street! If you haven't heard of One Broad Street then we strongly recommend you look it up on Facebook or Instagram as they have blended the concept of serviced accommodation and a traditional hotel ... and developed this incredible place that goes way beyond the traditional B&B! They have taken an idea and the final result is just outstanding. We have no doubt we will start to se...
Oct 09, 2018•1 hr 2 min
It's all too easy to stay in your comfort zone but when you are offered an opportunity that scares you just a little, Simon says 'just do it'! In this months episode we talk with Simon Roberts about his extraordinary HMO development the 'SugarLoaf House'. This is no ordinary HMO and the design and layout have been carefully and thoughtfully put together to make this one of the most beautifully designed projects we have featured in the pages of YPN. Simon tells us how he managed to renovate befor...
Sep 18, 2018•47 min
From Top Gun to flying solo! We are talking quitting your day job and going full time in property. How, why and when! In this month's episode we talk to Rob Stewart from Phoenix Rentals who has had quite a journey in property. At one point even went back to his former RAF consultancy role when things took a turn for the worse ... and almost gave up on his property dream. Rob is a brilliant example of how property can give you the freedom to quit a job you hate but it isn't without blood, sweat a...
Aug 23, 2018•51 min
In this week's episode, 28-year-old Alex takes us from his former job as cricket coach to living his dream life working remotely - as we catch him just about to leave for Bali! Quite simply, he asks the question ... Why reinvent the wheel? Property is one of the only industries where you don't need to revolutionise things. The strategies and process are there ready and waiting, you just need to adopt the one that works for you. Alex isn't claiming it's easy, but simply put, he is saying ANYONE c...
Jul 10, 2018•46 min
It was a Valentine's Day to remember when our guest this month, Jamie Madill decided to quit his job and give his wife the gift of 'himself' by declaring his 'Grand Plan' to have a career in property. There was one problem - the Grand Plan turned out to be no plan! In this month's episode, Jamie talks openly and frankly about the reality, risks and uncertainties he encountered, and how finally with Grand Plan take 3, he transformed his property career with exceptional results. Talking with Ant L...
Jun 28, 2018•49 min
This month we are joined by Karl Spencer of Broadwing Homes, an active property development company that buys land, obtains residential planning and builds the development. In this episode we talk the good, the bad and the ugly and Karl gives frank and honest advice and information as we ask him those burning questions we are all dying to ask. And with the companies main ethos being "Where people matter" with a people first and money second approach, we talk about the importance of a work/life b...
May 22, 2018•1 hr 3 min
Talking through the 6 step system to success, our guest Jackie Tomes who together with her fiancé & business partner, David Wigram, have built Tomes Homes – a property investment business with family values at the core, providing bespoke, handsfree property investment in Kent. After building a £1.5M property portfolio & replacing her income through property at the age of 26, Jackie quit her full-time job in market research and is now a full-time property investor & entrepreneur. Stra...
Dec 15, 2016•36 min
Learn from others mistakes and pick the brains of those who have utilised strategies to build a successful property business! There are things you should be doing and things you definitely need to avoid when starting out in property and this week we have bought Ant Lyons, Founder and Director of Your Property Network Magazine out of retirement to talk about the mistakes you don't want to make and offer some advice on what you should be doing. We welcome your feedback and if you have a topic or q...
Oct 06, 2016•42 min
This week we are joined by duo behind White Box Property Solutions as we talk Build-To-Rent! This is an area they now specialise in and has made them a jaw dropping £1m profit in just 18 months! Listen as we pick their brains and they share some invaluable insights, tips and the model you can follow to replicate their success. You can contact them at www.whiteboxps.com or email lloyd@whiteboxps.com or search lloyd Girardi and send him a Facebook message
Sep 15, 2016•39 min
Property, as one of the top four most common types of investment, is an opportunity open to all regardless of age, gender, cash rich or cash poor and this week we are joined by Ken Sunter, investing expert as we talk property investing with a fast, safe and regular return on your capital...a 12% fixed return on client capital over their 12 month term to be exact! You can contact Ken through the website www.panaceaproperty.co.uk or you can contact him direct at either kensunter@panaceaproperty.co...
Sep 06, 2016•24 min
This week we had the pleasure of talking with Susan Alexander from The Property Mentor who shared with us not only her personal journey but gave us an insight into mentoring and the steps and processes you should go through to achieve your dreams both on a professional and personal level. You can contact Susan and the team 3 ways, either through their website www.thepropertyentor.com or you can email info@thepropertymentor.com or by telephone 01224 760213
Sep 01, 2016•35 min
This week we are talking about the mysterious world of planning and are joined by Linda Wright, Chartered town planner and owner of PLANiTWright - an independent planning consultancy and development service. With an impressive career that spans over 30 years in both the public and private sectors this lady really does know her stuff and LOVES all things planning! Linda offers common sense advice within the confines of the complex planning system and this week she is sharing her knowledge and off...
Aug 24, 2016•51 min
This week we are joined by the Team Captain (and founder) of The House Crowd Frazer Fearnhead who just 4 years ago introduced us to a revolutionary idea in the world of 'property finance'! I am talking about cutting out the banks and letting people join forces to put the money together and share in profits proportionately... Yes I am talking about crowd funding!
Aug 14, 2016•36 min
Doing what you like is freedom! Liking what you do is happiness! Is that your goal? Your dream? This week my guest Jacquie Edwards came to the UK from America and for as long as she can remember her dream was to do what ever she wanted, when ever she wanted to do it. So working in the corporate wheel and being expected to work set hours and follow a set plan didn’t really see Jacquie realising her dream…so she found something that did, PROPERTY! Listen to this weeks podcast and see what Jacquie ...
Aug 11, 2016•30 min
I read somewhere once that you need to venture into the unknown to build the life you simply desire. It can be scary, sometimes hard, and oh so uncomfortable…but worth it. This week I am joined by Mark Dunsmore who had a passion for property from a young age but like so many of us, he was distracted from this for a time by the pull of the corporate world working telesales, door-to-door selling, and eventually recruitment before returning to his real love of property in 2005! This week we talk to...
Aug 05, 2016•30 min
We all start, re-start or re-direct somewhere as we all experience our ‘New Beginning’ and our guest this week Richard Brown from ‘The Property Voice’ and monthly contributor to the magazine blends his own property investing knowledge with his love of sharing this knowledge with others having experienced his own ‘new beginning’ when he turned his life around. Richard offers a content based platform for the property investor community, along with advice, insight and review, based on his own perso...
Jul 28, 2016•31 min
