The Property Podcast

In this podcast, the hosts cover various interesting topics including house prices, mortgage news, rent controls, government guidance on damp and mold, the scrapping of EPC rules, the progress of the renter's reform bill, and the New York City Airbnb ban and its potential impact on other tourist hotspots.

Learn how to find growth areas for property investment by utilizing common sense and staying informed. Discover examples like major projects in the greater Manchester region. The hosts discuss managing property operations without complicated software, recommending calendars and spreadsheets.

Discover how the rich and famous invest and learn how to copy their strategies. Topics include motivations behind property investment, the importance of capital appreciation, benefits of buying properties in a company, and the significance of having a team for successful investing.

It’s the 400th edition of Ask Rob & Rob!  (0:44) Marcus is looking to expand his portfolio and he’s wondering if it’s time to move away from his usual strategy of buying desirable properties in desirable areas. He usually focuses on these properties as he knows they’re good for capital growth, but whilst rates are high, he could be making a loss. So, is it time to switch us his strategy?  (3:54) Harry is working in London and he’s looking to buy a property in a few years. He’s wondering, if he lives in the property and rents out one of the rooms, will he need a buy-to-let mortgage or a residential mortgage?  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.

The hosts discuss the current state of the London property market, analyzing real house prices, affordability, and the likelihood of a strong rebound. They advise against immediate investment but suggest future opportunities. Also mentioned is the decision to freeze interest rates and the impact on rental property requirements.

It’s time for your latest edition of Ask Rob & Rob.  (0:43) Tim has two investment properties, one in Brighton and one in Worthing and as interest rates seem to be staying higher, he’s wondering what he should do with them. The property in Brighton has recently become vacant and both properties' fixes are due to end in 2024. So, he’s curious to hear what Rob & Rob think he should do.  (5:04) Rob’s got around £20,000 in savings and he’s looking to get into property investment, so he’d love to hear what advice Rob & Rob have for how he can get started.  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.

Inside scoop on the lettings industry, struggles in student lets, property vs shares debate, Rob D's moan, crypto winter after NFT surge, and AI transcription tool discussed.

The hosts discuss high mortgage arrangement fees and interest rates, suggesting they may start to be reduced. They advise getting a second opinion from a broker and having a long-term perspective. They also discuss the benefits of buying property in a limited company for tax purposes.

The hosts analyze the latest market update, discussing house prices, regional affordability, interest rates, mortgages, rents, landlords selling, and rental control. They highlight regional differences in property prices, recent trends in mortgage rates and rental prices, and discuss the pitfalls of black and white thinking in housing. They also encourage engagement and recommend valuable resources for listeners.

Deciding between HMO and buy-to-let investments, understanding the implications of the Renter’s Reform Bill on pet regulations in rental properties, and the difficulties faced by landlords in refusing certain pets.