The Property Podcast

Rob Bence and Rob Dix from The Property Hub
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Jan 1, 2023 • 11min

Kickstart Series, Part 1: Getting started in 2023

Kicking 2023 off with a bang Rob & Rob have a combined experience of more than 20 years’ investing in property...  So if there was ever a pair to trust when it comes to getting your investment journey started, these two are top of the list.  Strategies, goals, narrowing down your choices, how to build a network... The Robs cover it all in episode one of this 2023 Mini-Series.  The time is now to set yourself up for a year of success in investing, and these tips from Rob & Rob will make sure you set yourself up perfectly.  And here’s the link to the Strategy Quiz Rob & Rob mentioned in the episode!  If you’re interested in learning more about Property Hub Invest, just click here.  And to learn more about Portfolio, you can do that here.  Let’s get social We’d love to hear what you think of this week’s Property Podcast over on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. You might even have a topic you’d like us to cover in the future - if so, pop us a message on social and we’ll see what we can do. Make sure you’ve liked and subscribed to our YouTube channel where we upload new content every week! If that wasn’t enough, you can also join our friendly property community on the Property Hub forum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dec 29, 2022 • 9min

TPP511: Reflections on 2022

Rob & Rob reflect on the year that's nearly over – both how their years have gone personally in business and investing, and the wider events that have made 2022 a fascinating year in property.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dec 22, 2022 • 9min

TPP510: Best Episodes of 2022

The best of the best Here’s the episodes that Rob & Rob think will serve listeners the best as we move into 2023 and beyond...  ‘TPP466: How to use Rightmove the RIGHT way’  ‘TPP471: What will happen next with inflation?’  ‘TPP469: Property sourcers’ secrets revealed’  ‘TPP475: 18-year property cycle: When will the market crash?’  ‘TPP478: This could save you thousands...’   ‘TPP479: Never choose the wrong location again’  ‘TPP482: Inflation: Understand it and win big’  ‘TPP505: We assess a real-life deal’  ‘TPP503: Don’t let a crisis go to waste’  Let’s get social We’d love to hear what you think of this week’s Property Podcast over on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. You might even have a topic you’d like us to cover in the future - if so, pop us a message on social and we’ll see what we can do. Make sure you’ve liked and subscribed to our YouTube channel where we upload new content every week! If that wasn’t enough, you can also join our friendly property community on the Property Hub forum. And if you’d like to find out more information about Portfolio you can do that here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dec 15, 2022 • 21min

TPP509: Our 2022 predictions reviewed: how did we do?

Have the property prophets struck again? It wasn’t so long ago that Rob & Rob sat down to make their predictions for 2022.  Needless to say, they couldn’t have imagined the year being quite as hectic as it ended up becoming.  So let’s take a trip back to December ‘21, and remind ourselves of Rob & Rob’s predictions for the following year and see if they were right about house prices, best places to invest, Bitcoin and much, much more.  Let’s get social We’d love to hear what you think of this week’s Property Podcast over on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. You might even have a topic you’d like us to cover in the future - if so, pop us a message on social and we’ll see what we can do. Make sure you’ve liked and subscribed to our YouTube channel where we upload new content every week! If that wasn’t enough, you can also join our friendly property community on the Property Hub forum. And if you’d like to find out more information about Portfolio you can do that here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dec 8, 2022 • 42min

TPP508: Top Resources of 2022

The best of 2022 Rob & Rob give a weekly recommendation to make life easier (or better) in each episode of The Property Podcast.  So this week, they’re sharing their favourite things from 2022 for you to enjoy!  Books  Money Men: A Hot Startup, A Billion Dollar Fraud, A Fight for the Truth – Dan McCrum  Four Thousand Weeks – Oliver Burkeman  Amp It Up – Frank Slootman  The 2-hour Cocktail Party – Nick Gray  Born A Crime – Trevor Noah  Podcasts  My First Million  Infinite Loops  Editor’s Picks from The Economist  Business Made Simple with Donald Miller  TV Shows  Jeen-Yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy  Welcome to Wrexham  Formula 1  YouTube  Jeff Nippard  Nick Bare  Jenny Hoyos  Alex Banzea  Film Booth  Tech and life hacks  Berocca!  Fitbod  American Express card (want a referral link to get 70,000 bonus points? Email us!)   Spare charger as an example of removing friction  Eye mask and magnesium for sleeping  Let’s get social We’d love to hear what you think of this week’s Property Podcast over on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. You might even have a topic you’d like us to cover in the future - if so, pop us a message on social and we’ll see what we can do. Make sure you’ve liked and subscribed to our YouTube channel where we upload new content every week! If that wasn’t enough, you can also join our friendly property community on the Property Hub forum. And if you’d like to find out more information about Portfolio you can do that here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dec 6, 2022 • 5min

ASK362: Question from the North Pole... what will 2023 bring?

Big news about 2023 from a devoted listener... Every December, this guy wants to know what Rob & Rob have in store for the year ahead. And the answer he gets is a very exciting one. Big podcast news, a huge announcement about what’s coming your way in January – you won’t want to miss this episode. So tune in now to hear about The Robs’ plans for the next 12 months. Do you have a buy-to-let or property investment related question for Rob & Rob? You could feature on the next episode by giving us a call on 013 808 00035 and leaving a message with your name and question (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. The next question on Ask Rob & Rob could be yours. Have you joined us over on the Property Hub Forum yet? Our online community is friendly, informative, and the members are waiting to welcome you with open arms. So, get yourself over and introduce yourself. And if you’d like to find out more information about Portfolio you can do that here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dec 1, 2022 • 26min

TPP507: December Market Update

Final Market Update of 2022 To say it’s been a manic year of property headlines is putting it mildly... So you won’t want to miss the last Market Update of the year! Mortgages, holiday lets, house prices – it's all in there! And before they dive into the headlines, Rob & Rob give a very special call-out for a unique investment opportunity. If you’re interested and qualified, email hello@propertyhub.net and they’ll get right back to you. In the news Mortgage rates falling and “could fall further still”  Interest Cover rates are being reduced too.   Accord has also reduced 5yr ICR test to 6.5%  Lib Dems want to give money to homeowners who struggle to pay mortgages  Spain has also just announced support  2% more RICS members report prices falling than rising.  EPCs “aren’t fit for purpose”   North Yorkshire to tackle rise in second homes with council tax premium  Housebuilding target already in doubt  Hub Extra AI imagery is no longer something reserved for Star Wars and Back to the Future.  Canva AI is a free tool that allows you to create whatever imagery you need – which could be a great tool for investors hoping to visualise their next investment! Let’s get social We’d love to hear what you think of this week’s Property Podcast over on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. You might even have a topic you’d like us to cover in the future - if so, pop us a message on social and we’ll see what we can do. Make sure you’ve liked and subscribed to our YouTube channel where we upload new content every week! If that wasn’t enough, you can also join our friendly property community on the Property Hub forum. And if you’d like to find out more information about Portfolio you can do that here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nov 29, 2022 • 7min

ASK361: What to do with inherited property? PLUS: How do I buy as a foreign national?

Another Tuesday, another set of listener questions for Rob & Rob to give their expert answer to! First up this week, we’ve got Adam. He’s recently inherited a property in North London worth more than £600,000 and with no mortgage to pay off. Naturally he’s overwhelmed with options for what to do with this property. Should he sell? Get equity from it? Split it into different rooms to make a HMO? The Robs share their thoughts. The next question is one we’ve seen crop up a few times. Our caller is a non-British citizen who’s in a position to build a Buy-To-Let portfolio. But he wants Rob & Rob to explain the obstacles which can (and do) arise in for foreign nationals who want to invest. Press play to hear Rob & Rob’s advice. Do you have a buy-to-let or property investment related question for Rob & Rob? You could feature on the next episode by giving us a call on 013 808 00035 and leaving a message with your name and question (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. The next question on Ask Rob & Rob could be yours. Have you joined us over on the Property Hub Forum yet? Our online community is friendly, informative, and the members are waiting to welcome you with open arms. So, get yourself over and introduce yourself. And if you’d like to find out more information about Portfolio you can do that here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nov 24, 2022 • 24min

TPP506: Mortgage Market Update November 2022

Navigating Mortgage Madness As Rob & Rob speak to many investors, they’re aware that many of them are panicking about what to do with their mortgages.  Rising base rate, the ill-fated Mini Budget... there’s been lots that’s impacted the mortgages being offered right now.  To make sure you’re getting the best advice, Rob & Rob have invited Kelly Rule back on The Property Podcast.  Kelly is a mortgage expert, and she gives her advice and opinions on what investors should be doing (and should be wary of) right now.  Keep listening to the end of the episode as Kelly shares her predictions for what’s on the horizon at the start of next year.  Tune in and find out what all three had to say.  Hub Extra This week, Hub Extra is the video Rob D previously filmed on the state of the UK mortgage market – it's the perfect companion piece for this week’s episode.  It also goes into swap rates – something we know lots of investors are confused by. Let’s get social We’d love to hear what you think of this week’s Property Podcast over on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. You might even have a topic you’d like us to cover in the future - if so, pop us a message on social and we’ll see what we can do. Make sure you’ve liked and subscribed to our YouTube channel where we upload new content every week! If that wasn’t enough, you can also join our friendly property community on the Property Hub forum. And if you’d like to find out more information about Portfolio you can do that here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nov 22, 2022 • 8min

ASK360: Sunday Times Special!

Did you see The Robs’ debut column in The Sunday Times last weekend? There’s now another way to get Rob & Rob to answer your questions – in a weekly national newspaper! To celebrate, Rob & Rob are looking at the questions they answered in the column in this week’s episode. Increasing rents, waiting for the recession, fixed buy-to-let mortgages and EPC ratings – they're all covered in this episode. If you’d like to see your question answered in The Sunday Times, get in touch at hello@propertyhub.net. Do you have a buy-to-let or property investment related question for Rob & Rob? You could feature on the next episode by giving us a call on 013 808 00035 and leaving a message with your name and question (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. The next question on Ask Rob & Rob could be yours. Have you joined us over on the Property Hub Forum yet? Our online community is friendly, informative, and the members are waiting to welcome you with open arms. So, get yourself over and introduce yourself. And if you’d like to find out more information about Portfolio you can do that here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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