In this podcast episode, Sarah Blaney and Nick Claydon address questions from coaching clients, focusing on the importance of having a side hustle in addition to building a property portfolio. They emphasise the need for passion, skills, and monetization when choosing a side hustle and delve into the concept of resilience and how it plays a crucial role in overcoming setbacks in property investment KEY TAKEAWAYS Building resilience is crucial for success in property investing. It involves overcoming setbacks, staying focused on goals, and surrounding oneself with positive influences. When fee ..read more

In this podcast episode, Caroline Claydon is joined by Andrea Carrington to discuss various aspects of the property industry during International Women's Month. Andrea shares insights into her property business, including buying properties for herself and sourcing deals for clients. She talks about the challenges and successes she faces in the market, particularly focusing on HMOs and social housing. The conversation also delves into the timeframes for securing deals, the importance of building relationships with builders, and the challenges faced by women in a male-dominated industry KEY TAKE ..read more

In this podcast episode, James Horgan shares his journey in property investment, from dabbling in different property types to scaling up to larger projects. He discusses his recent ventures, including a hotel conversion and a commercial to residential development. James emphasises the importance of having a clear vision, taking consistent action, and building resilience in the face of challenges KEY TAKEAWAYS Focus on long-term investment: The importance of considering ongoing maintenance and refurbishment costs to maintain property value is emphasised. Emphasise preparation: Listeners are ur ..read more

Sarah Blaney interviews Thomas Landen, the CMO of RoomPrice Genie, a pricing automation system for hotels and short-stay rentals. Thomas discusses the global reach of their company, which is based in Amsterdam but operates remotely with teams all over the world. He explains how RoomPrice Genie helps hotels optimise their prices based on market demand, competition, and internal factors. Thomas also shares insights on the current state of the hotel industry, the growing trend of dynamic pricing, and the blurring lines between hotels and apartments. KEY TAKEAWAYS RoomPrice Genie is a pricing aut ..read more

Caroline Claydon and Sarah Blaney discuss various questions and topics related to property investment and management, covering issues such as handling auctions, dealing with severe down valuations from lenders, valuing HMOs, regulations in the serviced accommodation market, and window furnishings for rental properties. Caroline also shares updates on her upcoming co-working space projects and the challenges of securing financing for unique ventures. KEY TAKEAWAYS When participating in auctions, it is important to have the necessary deposit money ready for each lot you bid on. If you lose the ..read more

Nick Claydon talks to Danny, and Katie, who discuss their journey in the property industry, reflecting particularly on their initial meeting and mentorship, as well as the challenges they faced, including personal and relationship changes. Despite these obstacles, they remained positive and committed to their goals, and here they share how they pivoted their strategy during the COVID-19 pandemic and successfully raised a million pounds in private finance, as well as their approach to scaling their portfolio, including buying 12 houses in 12 months! KEY TAKEAWAYS There is always a need to adap ..read more

Nick Claydon talks to Barbara Elscombe, who shares her journey into property investing and how she overcame challenges along the way. As someone who works in risk management, Barbara initially struggled with the idea of investing in property. However, her desire for more time with her daughter and the tangible nature of property led her to take the leap. Barbara discusses her first property deal, a block of flats in Morecambe, and how she has since expanded her portfolio through creative financing and finding angel investors.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Barbara initially had reservations about approa ..read more

Sarah Blaney interviews James Horgan, a seasoned investor who successfully manages a full-time job, a young family, and investments in both in and out of his local area. James shares his focus on investing in Wales, discussing the strong demand for rental housing and the unique opportunities and challenges presented by the Welsh government's regulations. He also talks about his latest project, a closed hotel that he plans to convert into a smart hotel/apart hotel, catering to mountain bikers and tourists visiting the Brecon area. James emphasises the importance of discipline, maintaining a ful ..read more

Sarah Blaney interviews Ken Riley, a property investor based in York, who shares his journey in property investing, starting from his initial property purchase in 2007 to his decision to pursue property investing seriously three years ago. He discusses the challenges he faced, including the shiny penny syndrome and the importance of focusing on a specific strategy and area. Ken also emphasises the importance of honesty, being true to oneself, and building strong relationships with investors and tenants. KEY TAKEAWAYS Focus on consistency and mastering a few key strategies rather than trying t ..read more

Nick and Caroline Claydon discuss the difference between a mentor and a coach in the context of property investing, and share their experiences as mentors, including stories of helping students overcome blocks and achieve their goals KEY TAKEAWAYS A mentor is someone who has been successful in a specific field and can guide and lead others through their own process, while a coach helps individuals draw out their own answers and focuses on accountability. A mentor provides intensive guidance and support, typically through a two-day intensive program in the field. They help students overcome bl ..read more