The Scottish Property Podcast

In this episode, Nick and Steven talk about the current economic crisis which is brewing and where the future of the economy is going. How will this have an impact on the property market and house prices?We talk about the following:* The effect of world events on our economy * How this will affect our businesses and property investments* What is the potential for a crash and where we are in the cycle* The supply and demand imbalance* The comparisons with now and 2008* Ho...

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to property investor Stephanie Taylor who has built a successful rent to rent portfolio and is now investing in multi-unit blocks. Stephanie has also written a book called Rent 2 Rent success and also hosts a podcast. We talk about the following:What is the rent to rent strategyHow she got her first rent to rent dealTips on finding dealsHow much money do you need to get started?What are the risks involved in rent to rent What horror stori...

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to business owner and property investor, Gary Wilson. Gary, 24 sold a Google SEO business for £2 millon and is now building his portfolio as well as setting up another business selling tenanted property to other investors. It's a great interview with an inspiring young entrepreneur!We talk about the following:How Gary built a Google SEO business and sold for £2 million at age 24 How he became involved in building his own property portfol...

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to Luke Hickie from Lukes Properties. Luke has an interesting background as a professional footballer and has now transitioned in to property investing and building a successful property business.We talk about the following:How Luke started out in property with the rent to rent strategy What challenges he faced when starting out Renting out rooms to contractors and why they are such good customersBest tips on getting your first rent ...

In this episode, Nick chats to Charlie Innes from Glenham Property. Charlie has been involved in property for nearly 30 years and shares his views on the latest Scottish Government consultation paper which could result in some big changes for the PRS. A must listen for all serious landlords and property investors.We talk about the following:Charlie's background and how he became involved in propertyHow the PRS has changed over the years What is the new deal for tenants consu...

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to Christmas home of the year finalist, Alex Lawson. Alex has built a massive 200k following on her Casa Lawson Instagram account where she gives regular DIY and interior design tips. We talk about the following:How Alex has built her massive social media following.Being on BBC Scottish Christmas homes of the year.Chat about interior design.Cost efficiencies of nice interior design tips to help your property stand out on the market.Alex shares...

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat with Skillbuilder You tuber Roger Bisby about how heat pumps might not be the solution to all our problems with achieving net-zero emissions. Roger shares his experience and opinions on how to best heat properties in the most ethical and economical way.We talk about the following:•What are heat pumps•Past experience using them•The main issues surrounding them•installation and running costs •What Government assistance is available•What are the f...

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to Susan Aktemel, the founder of Homes for Good, Scotland’s first social enterprise letting agency. We talk about the following:•Loving the deal and enjoying the process•Creating a social enterprise letting agency •Raising 20 million pounds to buy property •Managing 520 rental properties •Building a development and management team•Growing a large portfolio 1 property at a time •Track record and it’s role in finding private i...

In this episode, Nick, Steven and the other Scottish Property Podcast networking hosts all come together on a live zoom call to offer some help and advice on how to get started in property in 2022. Over 100 members of the community joined us for this free online event and loads of property value bombs were dropped.We talk about the following:The big WHY, what do you want from property?The various strategies that you could persueHow much time and money do you have and how this will affe...

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to Bronwen Vearncombe who is a property investor, coach and best-selling author. Bronwen left her corporate role in banking to set up a property business that generated enough income to allow her and her husband to travel the world and live financially free. Bronwen has a book out called Building your dream life - How property can help you quit the rat race.We talk about the following:Leaving the rat race and discovering what it takes to get ...