

The Property Podcast
Rob Bence and Rob Dix from The Property Hub
The Property Podcast from Property Hub (propertyhub.net) is the podcast for all property investors – new or experienced. Rob Bence and Rob Dix discuss a different property topic and property news item each week, passing on their knowledge and experience to the listeners. They both invest in UK Property so they practise what they preach. No hard sell, no bull just straight talking property investment advice!
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Sep 21, 2023 • 36min
TPP549: Property vs shares, lettings secrets, and Bitcoin
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.

Sep 19, 2023 • 6min
ASK398: When will mortgages get better? PLUS: Limited Company or not?
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.

Sep 14, 2023 • 24min
TPP548: September Market Update
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.

Sep 12, 2023 • 8min
ASK397: HMO or buy-to-let? PLUS: How do I say no to certain pets?
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.

Sep 7, 2023 • 18min
TPP547: 3 strategies to bag yourself a deal in a difficult market
In this podcast, Rob & Rob discuss strategies for securing property deals in a difficult market. They provide tips on moving quickly and being well-prepared, and share advanced tactics such as going direct to vendors and buying in bulk. The hosts also emphasize the importance of building a network and briefly touch on the benefits of AI in property endeavors.

Sep 5, 2023 • 7min
ASK396: How can I use this mortgage-free property? PLUS: Should I kick my tenants out?
Join Rob & Rob as they answer some more of your burning questions! (0:39) Dec has paid off his mortgage on his second £200k property and he’d like to know what Rob & Rob would do next. Should he continue to rent it out or sell it and follow a ‘lock away and watch it go’ strategy? (3:46) Claudine has previously bought two properties through a limited company. She’s looking to close her company down and is wondering, with the proposed changes in the Renters Reform Act, whether she should move the tenants out first and then sell it, or sell the property with tenants in-situ to another investor? 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.

Aug 31, 2023 • 19min
TPP546: I tried to sell a property at auction – this is what happened
From listing to the fall of the gavel, tune in as Rob D reveals why he opted to sell a property at auction (0:52) News story of the week (2:48) Selling a property due to a change in strategy (4:40) Why sell at auction? (8:52) What happened on auction day? (10:37) A dive into the numbers (12:41) What happened after the sale? (13:30) Would he sell at auction again? (15:08) What advice would he give for selling at auction? (16:29) Hub Extra Links mentioned:
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Aug 29, 2023 • 7min
ASK395: Should I buy outright? PLUS: Is it time to cut my losses?
Should you buy properties outright or take out mortgages? The hosts discuss the high arrangement fees and the option to buy outright, as well as the challenges of mortgage ability and property value in a large panel system building.

Aug 24, 2023 • 25min
TPP545: The worst time to invest?
Exploring the effects of rent caps on property purchase and how rents can still increase despite these caps. Discussion on the negative impact of rent controls and the increasing rental growth in Vincent. Analyzing the recovery time of property prices in different regions of the UK after the crashes in 1989 and 2007. Emphasizing the importance of buying at the right time and avoiding the worst quarter within the cycle. Exploring the strategy of contrarian investing, urging investors to buy when the market crashes. Highlighting the importance of selling unwanted properties during market booms and providing insights into identifying potential market downturns. Discussing the challenges of determining the right time to invest and providing examples of successful strategies.

Aug 22, 2023 • 8min
ASK394: Why avoid the South West? PLUS: Buy now, mortgage later?
The hosts discuss investing in the Southwest vs. Northern cities, considering recent price increases and potential for decline. They also explore the benefits and risks of buying a cheaper property outright and adding value versus waiting for interest rates to drop and securing a mortgage.