The Property Podcast Buy now or regret forever? The data everyone is missing
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Sep 25, 2025 Negative media sentiment may be obscuring a prime buying opportunity in property. The hosts explore how current mortgage rates and rising rents create better cash flow than in 2020. They discuss the disconnect between belief and data, urging listeners to reconsider their buying strategies. Anecdotes of successful investments illustrate how current market conditions favor savvy buyers. Don't miss out on potential value—act before the market catches up!
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Falling Rates + Rising Rents Improve Returns
- Mortgage rates have fallen from their 5.25% peak to around 4% while rents have risen significantly.
- That combination makes buy-to-let cashflow today as good or better than during the 2020 boom.
Focus On Numbers, Not Headlines
- Ignore fear-driven headlines and focus on raw numbers when evaluating property deals.
- Use today's improved cashflow and lower competition to hunt for bargains and better returns.
Act Now While Costs Improve
- Account for higher mortgage arrangement fees but recognise they are easing.
- Act now while rental inflation and falling rates boost cashflow and negotiation power.
