The Property Podcast

Industry experts provide predictions for the 2024 property market including rising prices, availability of properties, and stabilization of price falls. They discuss the impact of a general election and emphasize long-term investment strategies. Rob Wiggins predicts a more positive and certain property market with increased transactions and lower interest rates. The hosts express gratitude to listeners and announce upcoming content for the new series.

The hosts reflect on the property market and share their personal thoughts. They discuss the unpredictable nature of the past year and emphasize the value of time in property investment. They express optimism for the future and urge listeners to support the podcast.

Rob & Rob reflect on the most popular and their personal favorite episodes of the year, including 'The Silent Property Crash' and predictions for 2023. They also discuss investing during a market crash and the 18-year property cycle. Rob shares his successful Monopoly strategy, inspiring others and sparking conversations among listeners.

Reviewing their predictions for 2023, topics discussed include top performing areas in property investment, UK property prices, London property prices, interest rates and inflation, FTSE 100, and Bitcoin performance.

In this final market update of the year, the hosts discuss house prices, mortgage approvals, rent cap in Scotland, politics, and the importance of setting goals. Despite weak indicators, property prices in the UK have unexpectedly grown for two months. Mortgage approvals have risen while private rents in Scotland have soared. Political updates include Labour's plan to scrap Section 21. The hosts also emphasize the importance of setting goals and measuring progress, sharing their experiences and mentioning an AI health recommendation tool called ChatGPT.

Santa Claus thanks Rob & Rob for their helpful content on his property journey and asks for a peek into their plans for 2024. The hosts talk about providing more content, starting a new podcast, and Property Hub Select. They also promote their magazine and promise a market update.

Rob & Rob share their favorite resources, including books like 'Red Notice' and 'A Gentleman in Moscow', podcasts like 'The David McWilliams Podcast' and 'The Tim Ferriss Show', YouTube channels like 'Dr Brad Stanfield' and 'More Plates More Dates', and tech recommendations like Spotify audiobooks and Telegram Messenger. They also discuss the autumn statement, decorating, old school YouTube content, and health tips for those over 40.

Learn how to calculate ROI when comparing properties with different amounts of cash. Discover the importance of total return for evaluating investment performance. Find out how to handle the unique situation of a tenant passing away and ensure lease continuity.

Mortgage expert Kelly Rule breaks down the current state of the mortgage market and predicts trends for 2024. They discuss the effects on products, lender easiness, expected interest rates, and product fees. They also compare 2-year and 5-year fixes, highlight upcoming trends, and provide insights into the base rate and mortgage opportunities. Hosts recommend the Temu shopping app and end with gratitude and promotion of their newsletter.

It’s time for another round of listener questions!  (0:47) Mo’s tenant has paid 5 months' rent up front for a 1-year lease. He recently had the first inspection, and the tenant has upgraded the house, and Mo’s wondering if he should see this as a good thing?  (3:48) James is looking to sell his residential home as his family is growing, and he’s got some burning questions about the SDLT he needs to pay.  Enjoy the show?  Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us!  Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse  Send us your question by calling us on 013 808 00035 and leaving a message with your name and question (normal UK call rates apply) or click here to leave a recording via your computer instead.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.