The Samuel Leeds Podcast

➡️ Join Samuel Leeds' Next Property Crash Course starting from JUST £1: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytltour She was broke, raising a child alone, and working long hours as an HGV driver. Today, she’s financially free and building a property empire worth over half a million pounds. 💰 In this inspiring episode, Samuel Leeds interviews Narelle, a determined single mum who transformed her life through property investing. After being fired from her job and struggling to pay £950/month nursery fees, Narelle turned to the world of real estate with a bold vision: to one day open an animal rehabilitation centre in southern Spain. Follow Narelle's story @narellecowanproperty 🔑 *KEY TOPICS COVERED:* • How Narelle secured her first HMO with a delayed completion strategy • Negotiating planning permission and navigating Section 106 costs • Why she insists on fixed-price build contracts for full cost control • Turning dry rot disasters into £67,000 refinance profits • Balancing single motherhood with entrepreneurial risk-taking The power of mindset, calculated risk, and being around the right people ➡️ Sign up for the Crash Course TODAY: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytltour 🎬 *VIDEO CHAPTERS:* 0:00 – Intro: From Fired to Financially Free 1:14 – Narelle’s First Property Deal: HGV Driver to HMO Owner 2:30 – Delayed Completion Strategy Explained 3:39 – Why Lorry Driving Made Her Quit and Start a Family Business 4:47 – Inside the Pub HMO Transformation 6:00 – From Animal Biology to Building a Property Empire 7:28 – Planning Delays, Section 106 Fees & Hidden Costs 8:50 – Financial Breakdown: £110K Purchase → £600K GDV 9:30 – Her Daughter: The Catalyst for Change 10:23 – Narelle’s Mindset: Action Over Fear 12:10 – Beach House Deal Breakdown: Dry Rot, Negotiation & Profit 14:30 – Why She Won’t Stop: Business vs Personal Vision 15:10 – Dry Rot, Cracks, and Structural Challenges 16:00 – Working with Trusted Surveyors & Contractors 16:45 – How the Academy Transformed Her Life   *OTHER USEFUL LINKS:* 🎙️ LISTEN: Samuel Leeds' Podcast: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytpodcast 🎥 WATCH: ALL NEW Success Stories Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCuMZkB9CLBpjuviJ6Ljzd_w  📖 READ: My latest best-selling book: https://www.samuelleeds.com/FOMYT ♟️ PLAY: Get the Property Millionaire Board Game: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytbg ❓ Have a question about property? Join my Property Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/778613042238071   *FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:* → Success Stories YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@samuelleedsacademy → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samuelleeds → TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samuel_leeds → Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/778613042238071 → Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSamuelLeeds/ → Twitter: https://twitter.com/samuel_leeds → LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-leeds-64660683  For collaboration enquiries, please email marketing@samuelleeds.com 🔔 Subscribe for daily content: https://www.youtube.com/SamuelLeeds?sub_confirmation=1 *WARNING* Samuel Leeds will never give out his mobile number in the comments of this YouTube channel. There is currently a channel impersonating Samuel Leeds and commenting on videos with a number to message about investing in cryptocurrencies so please beware of this. *DISCLAIMER* All information, including dates, figures, links, and references mentioned in this video, is accurate and valid at the time of filming. Please note that circumstances may change over time, and we recommend double-checking any details before making decisions based on this content. Music Licence ID - MB012GBMUSC9BMW #PropertyInvestment #FinancialFreedom #SamuelLeeds #RealEstateUK #PassiveIncome #WomenInProperty #PropertyDevelopment #HMO #WealthBuilding #PropertyPodcast

➡️ Join Samuel Leeds' Next Property Crash Course starting from JUST £1: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytltour How do you calculate Return on Investment (ROI) for property deals? In this video, Samuel Leeds breaks down the exact formula professional investors use to measure cash-on-cash returns — and why ROI is more important than yield when buying rental properties. If you’ve ever asked: “What’s a good ROI?”, or wondered how to compare one property deal against another, this training will walk you through the step-by-step process using real numbers. 🔑 *KEY TOPICS COVERED:* • The difference between yield and ROI (and why yield can be misleading) • The ROI formula every investor should know • How to account for all costs: deposit, stamp duty, legal fees, refurb, survey costs, and more • Why mortgage interest, management fees, maintenance, and void periods must be factored in • Why 10% ROI might not be as exciting as it sounds — and where the real profits in property are made ➡️ Sign up for the Crash Course TODAY: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytltour 🎬 *VIDEO CHAPTERS:* 0:00 Introduction – Why ROI is Crucial in Property   0:25 ROI vs Yield – The Key Difference   1:55 How to Calculate ROI (The Formula)   5:42 Understanding Stamp Duty & Legal Fees   6:47 Total Investment Example (£100k Property)   7:16 Estimating Rental Income   8:16 The Three M’s – Mortgage, Management, Maintenance   9:26 Mortgage Interest Explained   10:31 Factoring in Management Costs   11:14 Allowing for Maintenance & Voids   12:10 Calculating Monthly Profit   13:21 Working Out Annual ROI %   14:37 Is 10% ROI Good or Bad?   15:17 The Real Profit in Property – Adding Value   15:41 Free Training & Free Book Offer     *OTHER USEFUL LINKS:* 🎙️ LISTEN: Samuel Leeds' Podcast: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytpodcast 🎥 WATCH: ALL NEW Success Stories Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCuMZkB9CLBpjuviJ6Ljzd_w  📖 READ: My latest best-selling book: https://www.samuelleeds.com/FOMYT ♟️ PLAY: Get the Property Millionaire Board Game: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytbg ❓ Have a question about property? Join my Property Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/778613042238071   *FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:* → Success Stories YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@samuelleedsacademy → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samuelleeds → TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samuel_leeds → Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/778613042238071 → Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSamuelLeeds/ → Twitter: https://twitter.com/samuel_leeds → LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-leeds-64660683  For collaboration enquiries, please email marketing@samuelleeds.com 🔔 Subscribe for daily content: https://www.youtube.com/SamuelLeeds?sub_confirmation=1 *WARNING* Samuel Leeds will never give out his mobile number in the comments of this YouTube channel. There is currently a channel impersonating Samuel Leeds and commenting on videos with a number to message about investing in cryptocurrencies so please beware of this. *DISCLAIMER* All information, including dates, figures, links, and references mentioned in this video, is accurate and valid at the time of filming. Please note that circumstances may change over time, and we recommend double-checking any details before making decisions based on this content. #PropertyInvestment #RealEstateUK #ReturnOnInvestment #BuyToLet #PassiveIncome #PropertyROI #FinancialFreedom #WealthBuilding #SamuelLeeds

➡️ Join Samuel Leeds' Next Property Crash Course starting from JUST £1: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytltour The BBC recently aired a controversial documentary that took aim at PurpleBricks and Connells—two of the UK’s biggest estate agents. Was it an exposé, or a one-sided smear campaign? In this video, we break down the claims, reveal what the programme didn’t show, and explore the bigger picture of the UK property market. From the reality of online estate agency models to the business strategies behind high street competition, we dig into the facts so you can decide for yourself. ➡️ Sign up for the Crash Course TODAY: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytltour 🎬 *VIDEO CHAPTERS:* 00:00 - BBC’s Take on PurpleBricks & Connells   03:15 - What the Documentary Got Wrong   07:40 - Online Estate Agency vs High Street Reality   12:05 - The Business Strategy Behind the Headlines   15:50 - Final Thoughts: Smear Campaign or Fair Critique?     *OTHER USEFUL LINKS:* 🎙️ LISTEN: Samuel Leeds' Podcast: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytpodcast 🎥 WATCH: ALL NEW Success Stories Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCuMZkB9CLBpjuviJ6Ljzd_w  📖 READ: My latest best-selling book: https://www.samuelleeds.com/FOMYT ♟️ PLAY: Get the Property Millionaire Board Game: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytbg ❓ Have a question about property? Join my Property Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/778613042238071   *FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:* → Success Stories YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@samuelleedsacademy → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samuelleeds → TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samuel_leeds → Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/778613042238071 → Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSamuelLeeds/ → Twitter: https://twitter.com/samuel_leeds → LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-leeds-64660683  For collaboration enquiries, please email marketing@samuelleeds.com 🔔 Subscribe for daily content: https://www.youtube.com/SamuelLeeds?sub_confirmation=1 *WARNING* Samuel Leeds will never give out his mobile number in the comments of this YouTube channel. There is currently a channel impersonating Samuel Leeds and commenting on videos with a number to message about investing in cryptocurrencies so please beware of this. *DISCLAIMER* All information, including dates, figures, links, and references mentioned in this video, is accurate and valid at the time of filming. Please note that circumstances may change over time, and we recommend double-checking any details before making decisions based on this content.

➡️ Join Samuel Leeds' Next Property Crash Course starting from JUST £1: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytltour 🔮 Is This the Last Time You’ll Ever Afford a Home? | James and Samuel explains why this buying cycle might be the last.  @Jamesgerrard went from owning a one-bed flat in Notting Hill to building a £150 million property portfolio. In this explosive interview, he breaks down why the UK housing market is changing forever — and why ordinary people may never be able to buy a home again. We cover everything from Blackrock’s billion-pound deals to why Wolverhampton is the new goldmine. Whether you're a first-time buyer, landlord, or investor, this is essential viewing for anyone who wants to understand the future of property in the UK. 👇 Chapters & Timestamps: 00:00 – From One-Bed Flat to £150M Portfolio 01:10 – Why Big Institutions Are Buying Up the UK 04:20 – The End of Capital Appreciation 07:00 – Yield Hunting: Why London Is No Longer Worth It 09:50 – Why House Prices Are Falling in Prime London 12:10 – How Inflation Is Redefining Property Value 15:40 – Build-to-Rent: What You Need to Know 18:00 – Why You Might Never Afford a Home Again 20:20 – The Danger of Rent Caps and Housing Reform 24:10 – How Big Money Is Pushing Up House Prices 27:45 – Is Renting the New Normal? 30:00 – Real Talk: Prisons vs. UK Rentals 32:30 – Why Rents Will Keep Rising 36:00 – The Government Needs Rising Rents 38:10 – The Hidden Costs of Owning Nothing 40:20 – What Should You Do? James’s Final Advice 42:00 – Free Webinar Announcement 💬 Let us know in the comments: Do you agree this is the last buying cycle? What’s your next move? 📢 Subscribe for more deep dives into the housing market and exclusive interviews with the UK’s top investors.   *OTHER USEFUL LINKS:* 🎙️ LISTEN: Samuel Leeds' Podcast: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytpodcast 🎥 WATCH: ALL NEW Success Stories Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCuMZkB9CLBpjuviJ6Ljzd_w  📖 READ: My latest best-selling book: https://www.samuelleeds.com/FOMYT ♟️ PLAY: Get the Property Millionaire Board Game: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytbg ❓ Have a question about property? Join my Property Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/778613042238071   *FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:* → Success Stories YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@samuelleedsacademy → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samuelleeds → TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samuel_leeds → Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/778613042238071 → Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSamuelLeeds/ → Twitter: https://twitter.com/samuel_leeds → LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-leeds-64660683  For collaboration enquiries, please email marketing@samuelleeds.com 🔔 Subscribe for daily content: https://www.youtube.com/SamuelLeeds?sub_confirmation=1 *WARNING* Samuel Leeds will never give out his mobile number in the comments of this YouTube channel. There is currently a channel impersonating Samuel Leeds and commenting on videos with a number to message about investing in cryptocurrencies so please beware of this. *DISCLAIMER* All information, including dates, figures, links, and references mentioned in this video, is accurate and valid at the time of filming. Please note that circumstances may change over time, and we recommend double-checking any details before making decisions based on this content. #jamesgerrard #property #samuelleeds

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➡️ Join Samuel Leeds' Next Property Crash Course starting from JUST £1: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytltour Is Samuel Leeds the reason for the UK housing crisis? In this explosive debate, a university student confronts property investor and entrepreneur Samuel Leeds with hard-hitting accusations — from overpriced rent to unethical training courses. The student accuses Samuel of putting profits over people, blaming landlords like him for rising rents and lack of housing stock. But Samuel hits back with real-world data, explaining how his developments create new housing, convert rundown properties, and increase supply — not reduce it. This isn’t your typical polite podcast — it’s a raw, unfiltered debate about wealth, property, and ethics in the UK. Whether you’re a budding investor or a university student questioning the system, this episode will challenge your assumptions. 🔑 *KEY TOPICS COVERED:* • Are landlords causing the housing crisis? • Do property education courses exploit people in debt? • Is “Rent to Rent” an ethical business model? • Who should really be held accountable: landlords, corporations, or universities? ➡️ Sign up for the Crash Course TODAY: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytltour 🎬 *VIDEO CHAPTERS:* 0:00 - Drama Student Confronts Samuel Leeds 0:31 - Landlords Cause the Housing Crisis? 2:30 - Why Rent is So High for Students 3:30 - Are Property Investors Creating Supply? 5:00 - Monopoly vs Small Landlords 6:00 - Do Courses Make More Than Property? 7:10 - Is Samuel Just Selling the Dream? 8:00 - Acting Degree vs Property Education 9:30 - The Danny Butcher Case: Controversial Accusations 11:00 - Inquest Findings and Truth Behind the Headlines 12:20 - University vs Private Training Outcomes 14:00 - Rent-to-Rent: Explained & Defended 16:00 - Ethical Debate: Who Really Gets Hurt? 18:00 - Free Market vs Personal Responsibility 20:00 - Final Words: Unethical or Entrepreneurial?   Share this video: https://youtu.be/-ezqGzpW1-I   *OTHER USEFUL LINKS:* 🎙️ LISTEN: Samuel Leeds' Podcast: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytpodcast 🎥 WATCH: ALL NEW Success Stories Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCuMZkB9CLBpjuviJ6Ljzd_w  📖 READ: My latest best-selling book: https://www.samuelleeds.com/FOMYT ♟️ PLAY: Get the Property Millionaire Board Game: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytbg ❓ Have a question about property? Join my Property Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/778613042238071   *FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:* → Success Stories YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SamuelLeedsAcademy → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samuelleeds → TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samuel_leeds → Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/778613042238071 → Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSamuelLeeds/ → Twitter: https://twitter.com/samuel_leeds → LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-leeds-64660683  For collaboration enquiries, please email marketing@samuelleeds.com 🔔 Subscribe for daily content: https://www.youtube.com/SamuelLeeds?sub_confirmation=1 *WARNING* Samuel Leeds will never give out his mobile number in the comments of this YouTube channel. There is currently a channel impersonating Samuel Leeds and commenting on videos with a number to message about investing in cryptocurrencies so please beware of this. *DISCLAIMER* All information, including dates, figures, links, and references mentioned in this video, is accurate and valid at the time of filming. Please note that circumstances may change over time, and we recommend double-checking any details before making decisions based on this content. #SamuelLeeds #HousingCrisisUK #PropertyInvestment #LandlordDebate #RentToRent #FinancialFreedom #RealEstateUK #StudentDebt #EthicalBusiness #UKPropertyMarket

➡️ Join Samuel Leeds' Next Property Crash Course starting from JUST £1: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytltour In this must-see interview, Samuel Leeds is joined by Tatiana from RSL Law, a top UK property lawyer, to expose the truth about stamp duty. Whether you're buying your first property, growing a portfolio, or developing HMOs, understanding how to legally reduce your stamp duty bill could save you tens of thousands of pounds. What You’ll Learn: What stamp duty really is and why you might not need to pay it How to use the "uninhabitable property" exemption correctly The truth about buying in your name vs a company How to reclaim overpaid SDLT from HMRC Commercial and mixed-use strategies that save thousands The secrets your solicitor may not tell you CHAPTERS 00:00 – Tatiana’s mission to fix broken conveyancing 02:55 – Stamp duty basics & why the surcharge is so controversial 06:14 – Replacing your main residence: how to get your 5% back 09:38 – What is an ‘uninhabitable’ property? When you pay nothing 13:12 – HMRC’s grey definitions and how to self-assess SDLT 16:41 – Firing your solicitor and choosing the right legal team 20:06 – Buying through a company: tax traps and annual charges 23:37 – Case study: saving £26,000 by buying in your own name 26:48 – How to claim a refund from HMRC (and get interest) 29:18 – Probate property exemptions and how developers can qualify 32:01 – Commercial and mixed-use properties: pay 2K instead of 15K 34:53 – Four proven strategies to reduce your SDLT bill 37:14 – How to get Tatiana’s help and join the Property Academy Useful Links Follow Tatiana: [Insert Instagram link] Visit RSL Law: [Insert Website link] Join the Property Investors Crash Course: [Insert Link] Like this video? Subscribe and turn on notifications to unlock the UK’s most powerful property investing strategies. #StampDuty #PropertyTax #TatianaLawyer #SamuelLeeds #UKProperty #RSLlaw #BuyToLet #PropertyInvestor #SDLT #StampDutyRelief #HMRC ➡️ Sign up for the Crash Course TODAY: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytltour   Share this video:    *OTHER USEFUL LINKS:* 🎙️ LISTEN: Samuel Leeds' Podcast: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytpodcast 🎥 WATCH: ALL NEW Success Stories Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCuMZkB9CLBpjuviJ6Ljzd_w  📖 READ: My latest best-selling book: https://www.samuelleeds.com/FOMYT ♟️ PLAY: Get the Property Millionaire Board Game: https://www.samuelleeds.com/ytbg ❓ Have a question about property? Join my Property Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/778613042238071   *FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:* → Success Stories YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@samuelleedsacademy → Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samuelleeds → TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samuel_leeds → Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/778613042238071 → Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSamuelLeeds/ → Twitter: https://twitter.com/samuel_leeds → LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-leeds-64660683  For collaboration enquiries, please email marketing@samuelleeds.com 🔔 Subscribe for daily content: https://www.youtube.com/SamuelLeeds?sub_confirmation=1 *WARNING* Samuel Leeds will never give out his mobile number in the comments of this YouTube channel. There is currently a channel impersonating Samuel Leeds and commenting on videos with a number to message about investing in cryptocurrencies so please beware of this. *DISCLAIMER* All information, including dates, figures, links, and references mentioned in this video, is accurate and valid at the time of filming. Please note that circumstances may change over time, and we recommend double-checking any details before making decisions based on this content.