The Property Podcast

Rob Bence and Rob Dix from The Property Hub
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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.
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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.
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Aug 17, 2023 • 14min

TPP544: Decoding the mortgage market

Mortgage expert discusses the latest on mortgages, including the impact of inflation and interest rates. Options for remortgaging and switching to variable rates are explored. The hosts emphasize the importance of understanding the market dynamics and provide insights on strategies for mortgage rate changes.
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Aug 15, 2023 • 9min

ASK393: When should I start the monopoly strategy? PLUS: Should I buy a non-standard construction property?

On this episode, the hosts answer listener questions about when to start buying premium properties and the considerations of purchasing a property with non-standard construction. They discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the monopoly strategy versus the refurb strategy, and provide advice on gathering information and consulting with a specialist broker in the case of non-standard construction properties.
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Aug 10, 2023 • 22min

TPP543: August Market Update

What’s going on with the property market right now? Well, it depends on where you look, the market certainly isn’t a uniform one right now, so join us as we try to make sense of what’s going on.  (1:50) What’s the latest with house prices?  (7:27) Mortgages update  (10:38) Rental competition is still on the rise  (13:48) What about property and politics?  (18:50) Hub Extra  Links mentioned  Rics - UK Residential Market Survey  Nationwide house price index  Halifax house price index  Money and Credit - June 2023  The Mortgage Works cuts selected rates 0.95%  Renters compete with 20 others in battle to find a home  The price to rent a Manchester city centre apartment is rising faster than anywhere outside London... but why?  Airbnb Regulation - councils should control short lets, agents tell government  Long-term plan for housing  Tripling of fines for those supporting illegal migrants  YouTube video: The silent property crash of 2023  Podcast episode: The silent property crash  Hub Extra: Red Notice  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  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 8, 2023 • 8min

ASK392: Is it time to sell this property? PLUS: How do you unlock equity gains?

It’s time for another round of podcast listener questions!  (0:41) Simon’s wondering if rising interest rates mean that now’s the time to sell his buy-to-let. His mortgage is coming up for renewal soon and he’s considering a quick sale and pulling the equity so he can invest up north where the numbers work out better. What advice do the guys have for him?  (3:44) Similar to Rob & Rob, Tyrone’s goals are focused on future wealth for him and his family, meaning he’d like to focus on capital appreciation and long-term growth, but how do you manifest this? With property, is the wealth not locked up in the property, meaning you can’t access it? How can Tyrone access the wealth he builds over time?  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.
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Aug 3, 2023 • 28min

TPP542: Is the 18-year property cycle dead?

What’s actually happening with the 18-year property cycle? Rob & Rob can’t seem to agree...  (1:01) News story of the week  (3:00) Property Hub Select   (4:28) What does the silent crash mean for the property cycle?  (5:23) What is the 18-year property cycle?  (7:19) What’s happening with the cycle right now?  (8:39) Option 1: the 18-year property cycle is broken  (11:47) Option 2: the boom hasn’t happened yet  (14:43) Option 3: it’s just a weak cycle  (17:46) What does this mean for the future?  (25:30) Hub Extra  Links mentioned:  City Mapper  The silent property crash  Property Hub Select  The “Monopoly” strategy: Update on Rob B’s portfolio  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  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 1, 2023 • 7min

ASK391: Is now a good time for buy-to-let? PLUS: Should I buy in a Ltd company if I want income?

It’s time for your latest edition of Ask Rob & Rob!  (0:39) Shane is looking at purchasing at buy-to-let, but with taxes being high, interest rates on the rise and China’s quantitative easing starting soon, is now a bad time to buy?  (3:51) Mark had an investment plan, but he’s not sure if it’s working out. He’s wondering if he should switch to investing as a business, but he’s not sure if that’s a good idea as it’ll put him in a higher tax bracket. He’s not sure how easy it is to switch back to investing as an individual. Do Rob & Rob have advice for him?  Links mentioned  The silent property crash  Should You Buy a Property in a Limited Company in 2023?  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.
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Jul 27, 2023 • 26min

TPP541: The silent property crash

The media has got it all wrong. We’re not heading towards a property market crash - we’re already in the middle of one.  The silent property crash is here and we’re telling you all about it on today’s episode.  (1:06) News story of the week  (2:52) 20 million downloads  (5:20) Is the property crash here?  (10:12) Property is down 12.5%  (13:30) Prices are the same today as they were in 2003  (15:44) This is the best crash  (19:19) What’s going to happen next?  (24:07) Hub Extra  Links mentioned:  20 million downloads giveaway  Subscribe to the magazine  Quick reaction: Have mortgage rates peaked?  What’s next for UK property? (Our predictions)  The silent property crash of 2023  TPP540: We’re halfway through the year. Is it time to throw out our predictions?  BBC Sounds Google Play Store & App Store  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  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 25, 2023 • 6min

ASK390: I'm scared of my property falling in value! PLUS: How do I set up a company?

It’s time for your weekly dose of Ask Rob & Rob  (0:38) Tom is close to completing his second property but the news on interest rates has got him worried. Will rising interest rates impact house prices and what should he do if the value of his newly purchased property goes down?  (3:15) Ben is considering setting up a limited company to invest through, but he wants to know how he would go about it and are there any barriers to entry he should be aware of.  Links Mentioned  Should You Buy a Property in a Limited Company in 2023?  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.

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