The Labour Party is in power, but what does this mean for property investors across the UK? More specifically, how will it impact HMO property investors like you and me? In this episode, I'll walk you through some of the key mandates and policies that will affect the property market. We'll cover tenant protections, potential changes to stamp duty, Labour's house-building ambitions, home buying aspirations, sustainable development programs, possible tax changes, and the overall investment uncertainty. I'll share my thoughts on what the future holds and what actions we can take right now. As you ..read more

In this episode, I'm joined by Ben Beadle, Chief Executive of the NRLA (National Residential Landlords Association), representing over 100,000 landlords across England and Wales. With 20 years of experience as a landlord and senior roles at Places for People and TDS, Ben is a prominent figure in the housing sector and media. In this insightful conversation, we’ll cover: The challenges and opportunities in the private rented sector. The role of private landlords in the housing crisis and the need for a balanced approach to housing solutions. The importance of providing a voice for landlords an ..read more

In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Alex Babouris to the show. Alex is the Founder and Partner of Babouris Living, a multi-award-winning, fully integrated investment platform specialising in Cambridge property. In this conversation, we’ll cover the following: The vital role of effective HMO management The hurdles and rewards of building a successful agency The perks of rent-to-rent deals for expanding your portfolio How to create a standout customer experience and boost community engagement Strategies to maximise profits in high-value areas like Cambridge Tips for finding and securing th ..read more

In this episode, I’ll share my goal of making a net income of £10,000 per month from investing in HMOs and discuss the importance of understanding your financial targets and the necessary actions to reach them. I will break down this goal into simple, actionable steps and highlight why creating equity is crucial for building a successful property business.  Plus, I’ll offer an easy exercise to calculate the equity you need and discuss various strategies to add value and create equity in HMO properties. Tune in to learn how you can achieve your financial goals through HMOs. - Please leav ..read more

In this episode, I'm chatting with Milly Bellotti from @postingproperty. Milly really knows her stuff when it comes to using social media, especially for property businesses. She talked about her journey, starting from working at big companies in social media to starting her own property business and helping others in the property industry. Milly stressed the importance of being yourself on social media. She explained how being genuine can help people trust you and want to invest with you. We also discussed how social media can help grow your property business by building your brand. Whether y ..read more

In this episode, we're going to be discussing mentorship in the property industry. What is property mentorship? Could it help you boost your results? Or is the whole thing a big scam? We’re going to answer these questions and find out what property mentorship is about and why there are so many out there offering property mentorship.  Plus, we're going to talk about the pros and cons, to help you decide whether or not property mentorship is right for you or not.  If you found yourself at a crossroads wondering whether or not you should get yourself a mentor, then this episode is one y ..read more

In today's episode, I'm joined by Andrew and Mary, our expert architects and official partners of The HMO community and The HMO Roadmap. We'll be discussing the government's proposed changes to some of the permitted development rights that we, as HMO investors, can take advantage of. These proposals represent some of the most exciting changes in the property market right now. For all HMO investors, there's a significant opportunity to do more and do it better. If you want to learn about these proposed changes and how we might benefit as HMO investors, make sure you stick around. Interested in ..read more

In this episode, I’m diving into the hot topic of the renter's reform bill and bringing you the latest updates on its progress. We’ll break down the proposed amendments and explore what they mean for landlords, especially those of us who own HMO properties. Some of the headline changes include scrapping Section 21 (no-fault evictions), getting rid of fixed-term tenancies, and introducing new rights for tenants to request pets. Plus, I’ll cover the revamped Section 8, detailing the grounds for possession that student landlords need to know about. Staying ahead of these changes is crucial for la ..read more

In this episode, Ellie Broadhurst, our expert mortgage broker, and I discuss what's happening in the property market right now. We look into the talk about a possible big crash coming up.  We break down all the different things going on - like what banks are doing, how properties are being valued, how many sales are actually happening, and whether we should be worried about a crash. Plus, we talk about what we can actually do with all the available data out there. So, if you're interested in hearing Ellie's thoughts and finding out more, make sure you keep listening! Interested in discuss ..read more

In this episode, I’ll give an update on my property business and talk about what's been happening over the past five to six weeks. I’ll share details about a new team member I've hired, the progress on my development projects, the upcoming student changeover period, and my plans to renovate one of my HMOs. I’ll also discuss how my businesses are performing financially and focus on ways to improve efficiency and increase income. - Please leave us a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify if you find this episode useful. Got any questions? Ask us in The HMO Community Facebook Group or follow ..read more