The Secret Formula to making £6.5 Million in 4 Years
mercredi 23 avril 2025 • Durée 54:26
Is it really possible to make that much money in such a relatively short space of time?
It can definitely be done, but to do it like this week’s guest, Oliver Adams, you’ll need knowledge, experience as well as the right mindset.
And you’ll have to work like a Trojan.
And, if you listen till the end, you’ll see how things can really unravel when misfortunes and disasters compound.
You won't want to miss this one!
In the episode, we discuss:
Details on first property trade
Balancing profitable, break-even, and loss-making deals
Handling periods of higher loss ratios
A typical deal
Seller motivations
Pricing negotiations based on quick cash offers and the seller’s emotional state
Process from Acquisition to Sale
Hands-on approach: self-performing initial property clear-outs, cleaning & minor maintenance
Gradual shift to contracting out more tasks to save time
Sales Strategy/Auction Tactics
Preference for quick 2-week completions: smaller profits for faster capital recycling
Low reserve prices to stimulate interest
Trade-offs between profit maximization and deal volume
Valuation Approach and Market Analysis
EIG (Essential Information Group) and Rightmove
Strict eight-week cycle for turnover
Opinion on limited value of data
Auction outcome variation
On-market Vs off-market / Seller psychology
Deal Sourcing Strategies
Mindset
The shift from hands-on control to leveraging contractors for efficiency and global flexibility
Recommendations for expats or remote investors:
Recovering / Learning from Failure
Example of a high-loss deal: compounding misfortunes
The emotional and strategic process of recovery: analyzing what went wrong, learning (e.g., construction type, local sentiment), and mentally moving on
The psychological need to keep trading and not let losses inhibit future risk-taking
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Can't Decide Between Single Lets & HMOs?
Saison 8 · Épisode 213
mercredi 16 avril 2025 • Durée 26:51
#213
In this episode, we look at seven reasons why you might want to pick Houses of Multiple Occupancy (HMOs), and seven reasons why you might choose Standard Buy to Lets as your strategy.
By the end of the episode, you can come to your own conclusion as to which is best for you.
Reasons to Choose HMOs
Higher Yields
Main reason for choosing HMOs
Potential income comparison with Single Lets
Demand
Supply vs. demand in the HMO market
Factors contributing to demand: rising property prices, energy costs, population changes
Niche Opportunities
Target tenant types: students, professionals, medical students, etc.
Social housing and supported living HMOs
Replacing Your Income
Motivations for choosing HMOs over secure jobs
Financial aspirations and goals
Reducing Risk of Voids
Comparison of void risks between HMOs and Single Lets
Commercial Valuations
Explanation of valuation differences between residential and commercial
Importance of working with knowledgeable brokers
Cash Flow
Importance of cash flow in real estate investments
Reasons to Choose Single Lets
Simplicity
Easier management and less conflict
Simpler tenant management
Broader market for selling properties
Good for Beginners
Less stress and complexity for first-time investors
Lower Risk
Risks associated with HMOs compared to Single Lets
Finance
Lower lending costs
Management costs and property maintenance
Time Efficiency
Less time needed for buying, refurbishing, and tenant management
Less Market Volatility
Fewer fluctuations affecting Single Lets
The Secret To Reviewing Auction Legal Packs
Saison 8 · Épisode 212
mercredi 9 avril 2025 • Durée 31:43
#212
Have you bought or thought about buying a UK property at auction?
Maybe you’re put off because you don’t know your way around a legal pack?
Or you don’t trust yourself to spot outrageous hidden fees.
Or you’re just reluctant to pay a solicitor hundreds of pounds to review a deal that you might not even buy.
In this episode, we present an alternative solution.
Jade Shrubsole has made it her mission to increase transparency in the auctions and is set to revolutionise the space with her new company Docuwise.
Docuwise is AI for reviewing auction legal packs.
In the episode, we discuss:
· Difficulties in understanding legal packs
· Concerns about hidden fees by sellers
· The evolution of auction services / software
· Docuwise as an AI tool for summarizing complex legal documents
· Transparency in auction transactions
· How DocuWise integrates with EIG’s Auction Passport service
· The benefits for auctioneers
· Solicitors' workload and high costs affecting auction transactions
· Examples of auction pitfalls due to unread legal packs
· The capability of handling complex documents like commercial leases
· Bulk purchase options for regular auction buyers
· Importance of the DocuWise button as a signal for transparency
How to Buy, Refurbish & Refinance With Speed and Efficiency
Saison 8 · Épisode 211
mercredi 2 avril 2025 • Durée 40:52
#211
This week, we show you how to buy, refurbish and refinance with speed and efficiency.
Kirsty and Gary from Ormad Properties have been buying mostly two or three bed terraced houses in and around Leeds.
They both had a property each when they first met and soon bought a third one together in 2014.
But in 2020, they decided to scale their portfolio which now contains 23 properties, 20 of which are single lets and three Serviced Accommodation.
Their business model relies on volume.
They aim at turning projects around in around 8 to 10 weeks in order to recycle as much of their funds as possible.
During the episode, we discuss:
o Importance of time and efficiency in property investment.
o Their focus on low risk, volume, and quick project turnaround.
o Importance of having a plan before property acquisition.
o Lining up tradespeople and efficient scheduling.
o Building relationships with tradespeople.
o Importance of reliable and communicative trades over cost.
o Importance of understanding property photos beyond decor.
o Using Google Street View as a tool for checking property and area details.
o Assessing property condition from photos
o Internal Property Inspection Tips
o Key factors to inspect internally, particularly structural and utility aspects.
o Signs of necessary repairs, especially electrical and plumbing.
UK Property Remote Investing Tips
Saison 8 · Épisode 210
jeudi 27 mars 2025 • Durée 47:47
#210
Most people invest in UK property because of its Long-term potential for capital growth
If you’re an expat, foreign national or any other kind of remote investor, then you probably tend to prefer strategies that require less hands-on management.
Unless you have friends or family in your chosen investment patch, then you’re going to need to work with people on the ground.
Despite what people will tell you, this is not passive investment.
Even if you find a turnkey UK property partner, you need to understand as much about the sourcing and refurb process to make sure you are getting a good deal
This episode is here to help you do just that.
Romanian born George Samoila provides a turnkey service for remote investors looking to invest in Manchester.
During the episode, we discuss:
Advantages of buy-to-let properties, particularly three-bed semis
Property Sourcing and Working with Agents
Sourcing methods: on-market, off-market, auctions, and partnerships
Timeframes and hurdles in building agent relationships
Preference for properties requiring minimal refurbishment
Analysis of buying with cash versus mortgages
Market conditions affecting property availability
Importance of using sold subject to contract prices for valuation
Challenges with land registry delays
Tips for validating comparables and using agent insights
Managing Refurbishments for Remote Investors
Ensuring transparency and verification in refurb costs
Using level two Homebuyers Reports
Communication and monitoring of refurbishment progress
New feature: property disasters
Example of a social housing provider going bust
Lessons learned from provider failures and importance of diversification
Diversification
Mindset and Motivation from Damian Hughes of High Performance
Saison 8 · Épisode 209
jeudi 20 mars 2025 • Durée 27:11
#209
Damian Hughes, co-host of the High Performance podcast returns for the second half of our interview.
Last week, in Episode 208, we talked about how to create a culture for your organiasation, whether that's just you and a couple of others, or a huge organisation.
This week's show is mostly about Mindset.
Damian answers the question of how to motivate yourself on the days when you're not quite at the races.
During the episode, we discuss:
o Importance of mindset for expats with a side hustle
o Discussion on how motivation can fluctuate and the importance of habits.
o Reference to James Clear's idea that you fall to the level of your habits.
o Difference between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation.
o Use of autonomy, mastery, and belonging in maintaining motivation.
o Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty and his commitment to winning.
o CEO Toto Wolff and the complexity of happiness vs. performance.
o Contentment and inner peace as alternatives to happiness
o How individuals define their own high performance and happiness.
o The difference between high performance and world-class performance.
o Emotional Literacy and Self-awareness
o Envy vs. jealousy.
o Discussion on the importance of recognizing when to pivot and change goals.
o Reference to Muhammad Ali’s long career and the role of one's support circle.
o Ideal housemates: Brian Keenan, Eric Cantona, and his father.
From Richard Branson to Emily Maitliss to Arnold Shwarznegger. From Gordon Ramsay to Dame Kelly Holmes to Sir Keir Starmer.
So he must have learned a thing or two on the way.
Damian started his change management consultancy Liquid Thinker practice while still working for a global multinational.
He knows what it's like to start a side-hustle while woking full-time.
This episode is about finding your purpose, your drive and following your true passion.
It’s about side hustling, recruitment, and creating a culture for your organisation, whether it’s just you and one or two others or a big enterprise.
It’s about achievement, ambition, and ultimately, it’s about high performance.
It's an episode you CAN'T miss!
During the episode, we discuss:
· Damian's Story with Unilever
· Transition to starting a side hustle leading to Liquid Thinker
· Passion & purpose
· Different definitions of High Performance
· Advice for busy expats with side hustles
· Ikigai
· Side hustling
· His dad's community work
· School Coat charity
Three Phases of Building a UK Property Portfolio
Saison 8 · Épisode 207
jeudi 6 mars 2025 • Durée 44:02
#207
it’s never too late to take a step back and reassess what you have, where you are and what might come next.
And that’s the purpose of this week’s show featuring Vicki Wusche who takes us through the three phases of UK property portfolio building:
Acquisition
Consolidation
Development
Vicki first appeared on EPS all the way back in Episode 5
During the episode, we discuss:
· Acquisition phase focusing on buying properties.
· Consolidation phase focusing on assessing property performance.
· Development phase: expanding / redefining property-related activities.
· Options for further development or transition, such as sourcing business.
· The importance of creating systems for ease of management and expansion.
· Tenant Referencing Challenges:
· Importance of understanding the referencing process.
· Need for upskilling letting agents to handle referencing.
· Misconception about landlords competing with residential buyers.
· Importance of holding nerve in competitive pricing.
· Emphasis on reverse engineering property stories and exit strategy.
· Analyzing property performance for continuous improvement.
· Consideration of what owning a portfolio in later years entails.
Property Engine: Right Move on Steroids!
Saison 8 · Épisode 206
jeudi 27 février 2025 • Durée 28:59
#206
It’s often said in property that you make your money at the point of purchase.
If you’re serious about building a property portfolio then you need to be trying to buy at wholesale rather than retail prices.
But if you don’t want to pay someone to find deals for you, then you should at least use the resources that sourcers themselves use.
Property Engine is the go-to property portal of choice for many sourcers.
I signed up for a two-week trial and was so impressed that I invited founder Jamie Greeff onto the show to tell us all about it.
Jamie is generously offering 50% off the first month for Expat Property Story listeners.
All you need to do is to use the code EXPAT when you click on the link in the show notes.
During the episode we discuss:
o Jamie’s background and inspiration for PropertyEngine
o Target Audience
o Affordable pricing and market appeal
o Development of PropertyEngine
o Features of PropertyEngine
o Comparison with competitors
o Customizable strategies for users
o Unique data points and performance
o Package differences and potential future additions
o Examples of unique user strategies
o Testimonials on data reliability and customer satisfaction
o Flexibility and Customization Power
o Ability for users to integrate existing workflows
How to Build a Stress Free UK Property Portfolio
Saison 8 · Épisode 205
jeudi 20 février 2025 • Durée 36:50
#205
If you’re not in a hurry to replace your income and you’re looking for long-term capital growth, then your good old fashioned single let is the easiest route to long-term wealth with minimum effort.
So if you’re a busy expat looking to build a UK portfolio with as little stress as possible, but with a good long-term return on your investment, then you won’t want to miss this week’s show.
In this episode, Darren explains why Buy to Let is not just alive & kicking in the North West, but thriving.
And Darren is offereing a £500 discount on his sourcing fee for the first 5 lucky listeners to get in touch.
During the episode, we discuss:
Why buy-to-let isn't dead
Buy-to-lets vs. HMOs and serviced accommodations
The simplicity and long-term benefits of BTL
Benefits of investing in FMP’s area around Rawtenstall and Rossendale Valley
Capital growth data indicating strong performance
Explanation of market demand and affordability in that region
Example of a successful property investment
Refurbishment details and capital appreciation over time
Explanation of turnkey properties
Market demand, property inquiries, and buyer types
Impact of pricing and best and final offer situations
FMP’s Business Operations
Overview of the sourcing, renovation, and property business growth.
Structure of FMPincluding subcontractors and partners.
Refurb project management and timelines.
Challenges in Property Sourcing
The role of estate agents and the frustrations involved.
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Where to meet Expat Property Investors (For FREE):
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o Modernizing kitchens and bathrooms as part of a cost-effective renovation.
o The balance between speed and quality in project completion.
o Utilizing past project data to inform budget and timeline for new projects.
o Advantages of buying properties at auctions for speed.
o Strategic approach to bidding at auctions.
o Pre-auction and post-auction buying techniques.
o Discussion on the refinancing process and common delays.
o Importance of starting refinancing before project completion.
o Decision factors for choosing lenders and mortgage brokers.
o The criteria Kirsty and Gary use to determine a good deal.
Where to meet Expat Property Investors (For FREE):
Hong Kong: Pacific Coffee, 2/F, Central Building, Central (1st Sat of month from 11:30 am)
Dubai: Holiday Inn, Science Park (1st Weds of month from 7pm)
Singapore: The Providore VivoCity (1st Sat of month from 10:30 am)
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