The Scottish Property Podcast

In this episode Nick and Steven chat to Maria Thomson about her move in to property at the age of 57. Moving from life as a lawyer, Hypnotist and Festival business owner into property development. Maria’s story can inspire us all to aim higher in property and that it is never too late to rethink your strategy and go for what you want.Paid for property training in 2017 at 57 Being a master hypnotist Running a wood fired pizza business at festivals Her reasons for starting in pro...

This week Nick and Steven speak to Nicole Rudder, owner of the G4 claims office, G4 podcast studio and Garrion tower. As if starting multiple businesses wasn’t enough, the business woman extraordinaire bought a 14th century castle for less than a quarter of a million and plans to turn it into a wedding hotel venue along with buying 3 properties in Florida during Covid!Purchasing the 7000 square foot G4 building Developing the building from an old factory Having the vision to see pas...

In this episode Steven and Nick chat to John Cox. John is at the helm of Cox & Co and gives sound advice and shares his knowledge on what has been happening in the world of property over the month of April.We talk about the following:The potential doubling of council tax for second homesThe city lets reportAverage rents standing at over £1000 for the first time Last of stock causing 3% rise in rent prices The speed properties are disappearing Increase in investors dec...

In this episode Nick and Steven chat with Neil Mcleod from property partners about EPC related topics. The importance of EPC rating these days, how to achieve a good rating and what the future of heating and energy performance in the rental sector looks like. Spanning EPC between two trading companiesHow prominent EPC rating has become in recent years Why do we need an EPC ratingTenanted properties need to be EPC rating C by 2025Improvements needed to bring properties up to standard...

In this episode Steven and Nick talk to Davy Hutton about starting his Quick sale property business off the back of the recession, estate agencies, buying castles, owning pubs, dressing how you like and life in general. Davy has had a colourful life and has an incredible story to tell in his own inimitable way.Not wanting to look like an “estate agent”Looking how you want as long as you talk credibly in businessBasing business in personalityDeveloping confidence through music and performanceD...

In this episode Nick takes the opportunity to interview Steven about his story and building a life through property. Steven tells how he got started and shares some very personal information. The highs and lows and the truth about what it takes to build a property empire.Leaving a high paying job off-shoreStarting a property businessConsidering yourself a businessmanStepping outside of your comfort zoneThe trauma that makes us strive for more Leaving a LegacyThe worst mistake you could m...

In this episode Steven & Nick speak to Marcus Di Rollo about his story as a professional rugby player. Leaving the sport after health and injury issues to build a personal portfolio and become director of lettings for Gilson Gray.We talk about the following:The spring UK budget Corporation tax increasePension contributions being raised Scrapping the lifetime allowance capExtending the energy price capRent rising due to removal of landlords rightsPatrick Harvey’s comments on rent...

In this episode, Steven and Nick talk to Shaheena Din who is the national project manager for empty homes at Shelter Scotland. They discuss the housing crisis, the amount empty homes in Scotland, how the private sector and the government could solve this issue and where they butt heads on policies. We talk about the following:43,000 empty homes in Scotland51% being in 6 of the big council areas1 homes officer to each 2000 empty homes30 councils are charging council tax levy Why land...

In this episode, Steven and Nick talk to Aviram Shahar. Co-founder and CEO of the "Lendlord" property management app. Going over how digital tools can help with property management, deal sourcing, finance assessment and generally make life easier on the information side. Are these platforms the future of property investment?We talk about the following:Launching the first version in 2019Investing, managing & finance functionalitiesThe multiple uses of digital management of whole deal proce...

In this episode, Steven and Nick talk to John Morris of Prime Property Auctions about all things property, auction and investment related. The importance of investing in not just property, but other cash-flowing assets and products that will hold their value in the long-term. We talk about the following:Starting work at an auction house part-timeThe importance of being in and around the businessTrading your time effectively to make moneyPurchasing watches as an investment assetThe volati...