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How to Add Value in Property Development- Lessons From Building Over 7,000 Homes: Paul Higgs26 May 202501:04:44

Paul Higgs is an extremely experienced property developer with over 40+years in the game. 

He has been through multiple property cycles and been involved in the development of over 7000 homes.

 

In this episode, we discuss:

  • How he first got into property development

  • What the biggest unknowns are in a project

  • Where people go wrong when analysing a deal

  • Why you shouldn’t buy sites with planning

  • What Paul looks for in a good deal

  • Where the most value is added in property development

  • Where the opportunities are in the current market

  • What he wished someone had told him when he first started in property



Enjoy!

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GET IN CONTACT.

Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en

 

 Guest:

https://www.instagram.com/paulhiggsofficial?igsh=MXZ4Z3hzZGlrbnlxOA==

 

 

 

*Disclaimer*

As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.

 

What You Should Know Before Investing in Property in 2025: Immanuel Ezekiel25 Apr 202500:38:35

Immanuel Ezekiel is an experienced property developer and investor, with over 25 years in the game.

He has purchased & developed over £100 million in property and has achieved financial freedom, with more than 250 properties in the portfolio.

He is also an author, coach and mentor. 

And today we have him back on the show for his 2nd time to share his property investing lessons, his tips  and thoughts on the current market. 

In this episode we discuss:

  • The current UK market… is BTL dead?

  • Why Dubai… and how the property market works over there. 

  • Which strategies work best right now?

  • Which strategies should you avoid ?

  • What you should know before choosing a property strategy

And much more

Enjoy!

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New Group Coming Soon- JOIN THE WAITING LIST

Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?

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GET IN CONTACT.

Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en

 

 Guest:

instagram.com/immanuel.ezekiel/?hl=en

 

 

 

*Disclaimer*

As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.

 

What You Should Know Before Buying At Auction: Jay Howard on Property Trading, Back-to-Back Deals & The Recent Budget08 Dec 202400:54:04

Today we have Jay Howard back on the show.

Jay is best known for being a property trader, who specialises in buying and selling at auction. 

He is the Author of the Amazon #1 bestselling book- "Before the Hammer Falls".

He has over 20 years of experience in the game, with deals that range from typical residential to mixed-use and commercial properties. 

In this episode:

  • We get an insight into the current auction market. Which properties are selling which ones aren’t… and where the opportunities are.

  • We discuss the recent budget and how that impacts the property investing industry as a whole.

  • We discuss commercial vs residential opportunities. 

  • We get a deeper dive into the ins and outs of property trading.

  • What is a back-to-back deal and how does it work?

  • Why it’s important to understand the story behind the deal.

 And much more.

Enjoy!

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Developers Boardroom 2.0

 

New Group Coming Soon- JOIN THE WAITING LIST

 

Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?

 

Click here for more details

 

 

 

GET IN CONTACT.

 

Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com

 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/

 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en

 

 

 Guest:

https://instagram.com/the.auction.insider?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

 

Previous Episode with Jay-Turning £1million into £5million in 18months- Jay Howard 

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/turning-%C2%A31million-into-%C2%A35million-in-18months-jay-howard/id1515444875?i=1000590261458

 

 

*Disclaimer*

As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.

 

Making on Market Deals stack! Lessons From 20+ years of investing- Behind The Brand of Savoys Properties: Malkit Purewal29 Nov 202400:49:21

Malkit Purewal has been investing in property for almost 25 years and has built a portfolio consisting of BTLs, high end HMOs and commercial conversion developments. 

 

He co-founded Savoys Properties- a fast growing brand within the property investing industry, renowned for their innovative events… Today we get a peek behind the brand and dive into their story.  




In this episode, we discuss:

 

  • How Savoy's Properties started

  • How they are able to make on market deals stack up

  • The types of projects they focus on and how the recent budget effects that

  • The lessons learnt from a couple memorable projects 

  • How to make a success of going into business with a close friend

  • And what he wished someone had told him when he first started in property

 

And much more.

 

Enjoy!

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Developers Boardroom 2.0

 

New Group Coming Soon- JOIN THE WAITING LIST

 

Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?

 

Click here for more details

 

 

 

GET IN CONTACT.

 

Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com

 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/

 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en

 

 

 Guest:

https://www.instagram.com/savoysproperties?igsh=MWhjNjE1OHo3Y3B0ZQ==

 

 

 

*Disclaimer*

As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.

From Stacking Shelves to Building a Multi Million £ Property Portfolio - Round 2 with Jason Patterson29 Sep 202400:54:52

Today we welcome back Jason Patterson to the show.

 

Jason has been investing in property for over 20 years now, specialising mainly in purchasing short lease properties in North London. 

 

In that time he has gone from stacking shelves in Sainsbury's to building a multi million pound portfolio and becoming financially free. 

 

In this episode, Jason shares with us:

 

  • Some of the lessons from 20+ years in the game

  • He takes us through what he looks for in his deals

  • The metrics he uses for his property strategy

  • The challenges and things to look out for

  • How leasehold reform will affect his strategy 

  • And what he would do differently if he was starting again today. 

 

This and much more… 

 

 

Enjoy!

 

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Developers Boardroom 2.0

 

New Group Coming Soon- JOIN THE WAITING LIST

 

Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?

 

Click here for more details

 

 

 

GET IN CONTACT.

 

Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com

 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/

 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en

 

 

 Guest:

https://www.instagram.com/jasonpatterson365?igsh=MTJwczc5bm45ZXhwOQ==

 

 

Previous Episode with Jason:

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-masterclass-in-short-lease-property-deals-with/id1515444875?i=1000535992122

 

 

 

*Disclaimer*

As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.

 

6 Tips & Lessons For Success in Property13 Sep 202400:12:47
This is a short mash up episode of the top lessons, tips and takeaways from several past guests. Insights from 6 successful property entrepreneurs with decades of experience in the game.   Enjoy!   ***************     Adam Lawrence Listen to the full episode here- https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/from-accidental-landlord-to-500-properties-adam-lawrence/id1515444875?i=1000637031066     Jerry Alexander Listen to the full episode here- https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/why-i-sold-my-residential-portfolio-jerry-alexander/id1515444875?i=1000639438064     Terry Blackburn Listen to the full episode here- https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/how-i-built-a-multi-million-8-figure-property/id1515444875?i=1000631213857     Kristina Castellina Listen to the full episode here- https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/building-a-multi-million-%C2%A3-property-portfolio-from/id1515444875?i=1000666098711     Stuart Wyeth Listen to the full episode here- https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-bank-job-stuart-wyeth-on-scaling-up-from-hmos-to/id1515444875?i=1000644627986      Steve Bolton Listen to the full episode here- https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/it-was-the-best-worst-experience-of-my-life-from/id1515444875?i=1000641710510           Developers Boardroom 2.0   New Group Coming Soon- JOIN THE WAITING LIST   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en             *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial or legal advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
Building a Multi Million £ Property Portfolio From 0- The Strategies That Worked: Kristina Castellina20 Aug 202400:49:21
Kristina is a successful property investor and went from being a professional singer to getting into the world of property at the age of 27. A decade on, she has built a large portfolio of BTL's, HMOs, SA and Mixed use commercial.... All from using private investor funds. She's the author of the number 1 book- "Starting with £0, How to Invest in Property Using Other Peoples Money"   In this episode, we discuss:  
  • How Kristina went from being a professional singer to successful property investor
  • How she raised finance for her first deal
  • Why she sold all her HMOs and started again with BTLs
  • Kristina takes us through the biggest lessons and challenges from her largest project to date
  • Finally Kristina shares what wished someone had told her when she first started in property
  And much much more.   Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0   New Group Coming Soon- JOIN THE WAITING LIST   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest: https://www.instagram.com/thegoodlife_propertyinvestor?igsh=MWhpd2VnODYyeWJtaA==     *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.  
Is Buy To Let Dead? Suzanne Smith Talks Rental Reform, Removal of No Fault Evictions, Rent Caps & The Move Towards Commonhold01 Aug 202400:38:43
Suzanne Smith runs the successful industry leading blog- The Independent Landlord and is a lawyer turned landlord herself, who owns a portfolio of houses.   In this episode:  
  • we discuss the proposed changes put forward by the new government, that could disrupt the BTL market
  • The Renters Rights Bill
  • The removal of no fault evictions
  • Rent caps
  • Leasehold reform and the move towards commonhold
  We discuss how this could impact property investors, landlords and tenants!     Enjoy!   ***************       GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en     Guest: https://www.instagram.com/indie_landlord?igsh=MnJlejY3MjdnaHRv         *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
Why Did I Not Think To Do That Strategy? Kirsty Darkins Talks Commercial vs Residential Property Investing11 Jul 202400:44:12
Kirsty Darkins is a chartered surveyor and commercial property investor.   As a surveyor for over 20years....she has managed multi million pound commercial and residential property portfolios across the UK and Ireland. Over the last 6 years she has built her own consultancy business and portfolio of commercial property investments including retail, office and mixed use properties.   Today:
  • Kirsty shares her valuable insights into the world of commercial property.
  • From the current trends and opportunities
  • To how you add value and finds deals
  • We discuss the comparisons and differences between commercial & residential (the benefits and drawbacks)
  • And lastly Kirsty takes us through one of her recent projects where she created over a 40% uplift.
  Enjoy!   ***************       GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest: https://www.instagram.com/kirstydarkinscommercial?igsh=OXc3dHV6ODZhMWNp         *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
My Flipping Strategy- 0 to 15 Properties in a Few Years: Emma Fielding04 Jun 202400:52:21
Emma Fielding is a property developer who specialises in flip projects. Buying properties, refurbishing them, doing them up and selling them on. By the end of the year she will have done 15 flips in just a few years and all from an initial investment of £20k.   In 2023 she won young property investor of the year, has raised over £2million in private finance... And today we get an insight into her career so far in property. From her flipping strategy and project lessons to how her business and mindset has involved since starting out.   Emma shares so much value in this sit down and we hope you enjoy it!   ***************       Deal Clinic WhatsApp Group   Join our FREE private what's app group where we schedule regular deal clinic zoom meetings.   You get a chance to submit your deals and we'll go through them as a group. Analysing the figures and looking at how we would stack the project.   Next Deal Clinic-19th June @ 4pm- Register For FREE Now!   (Note- these deal clinics are not financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business).             GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest: https://www.instagram.com/emmapropertydevelopments?igsh=dzFyeHB2ZXJ6aGp0       *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
Acquiring 80+ Properties Using Creative Strategies (Pt.2)- Mark Shaw Talks Lease Options20 May 202400:34:35
Mark Shaw is a self-proclaimed ‘LIFESTYLE INVESTOR’ investing in property from his Laptop using creative solutions.    Mark has acquire a substantial number of properties and now holds more than 80 units including residential, commercial, HMO’s, land, blocks of flats and a hotel.  Many of these have been acquired as Low Money Down structures.   This is part 2 of our sit-down with Mark, where we get into the ins & outs of Lease Options and discuss a number of creative deals he's put together.     Enjoy!   ***************       Deal Clinic WhatsApp Group   Join our FREE private what's app group where we schedule regular deal clinic zoom meetings.   You get a chance to submit your deals and we'll go through them as a group. Analysing the figures and looking at how we would stack the project.   Next Deal Clinic-19th June @ 4pm- Register For FREE Now!   (Note- these deal clinics are not financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business).             GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest: https://www.facebook.com/share/PmQtoe9rPzGud8o7/       *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
Acquiring 80+ Properties Using Creative Strategies (Pt.1)- Mark Shaw Talks Assisted Sales16 May 202400:26:34
Mark Shaw is a self-proclaimed ‘LIFESTYLE INVESTOR’ investing in property from his Laptop using creative solutions.  Having built and operated estate & lettings agencies since 2003 and having invested in property since 1998, his knowledge and experience has been gained working in real markets dealing with agents, vendors and landlords.   Mark has acquire a substantial number of properties and now holds more than 80 units including residential, commercial, HMO’s, land, blocks of flats and a hotel.  Many of these have been acquired as Low Money Down structures.   Today:  
  • We dive into those strategies to get better understanding of how they work.
  • From finding them, to structuring and the returns to look for.
  • Mark goes through a number different examples of deals he's done
  • We discuss how he works with the vendors and agents
  • And lastly, Mark shares 3 things he wishes someone had hold him when he first started in property.
    Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0   New 2024 Group starting July (only a few spaces left)   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring property developers and investors; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest: https://www.facebook.com/share/PmQtoe9rPzGud8o7/       *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
Snippet 114: How I Franchised Property Investing & Built a £400million Portfolio: Steve Bolton26 Apr 202400:18:18
This is a special snippet clip from episode 114.   In this episode Steve Bolton shares how he was able to franchise property investing! From buying his first HMO to building a business that at the time of exit had 400 franchisees, with £400 million of assets under management and an annual turnover in excess of £40 million.    Steve shares how the idea and concept came about and why he decided to go down this path rather than continue to scale his own portfolio.   Steve shares so much value in this clip.
  • The importance of self awareness and identifying your unique abilities
  • How he first got into property and acquired his first HMO
  • How he was able to test the model ahead of time, establishing proof of concept
  • Why franchising isn't necessarily about the product you're selling.
  • The importance of risk management
  And much more   *********************   Listen to the full episode here-   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/it-was-the-best-worst-experience-of-my-life-from/id1515444875?i=1000641710510   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4jYkHv3cw7S9PWfcNM0jRn     Developers Boardroom 2.0   New 2024 Group Coming Soon   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest:  https://www.instagram.com/steveboltonuk?igsh=MWQweGtnejc2YXZjeQ==         *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
SA & Short Stay Lets- What Do People Get Wrong? Changes in Regulations, AI & Much More: Leigh Ashbee11 Apr 202400:56:53
Leigh Ashbee has been in property for over 30 Years.   He's been involved in most strategies from HMOs and Flips to development and Serviced Accommodation (SA)... Which has been his main area of focus in recent years with his company- Grandeur Property Management.   In this episode:  
  • We discuss the recent changes in SA regulations and the introduction of Section 24
  • What people get wrong when they first start out in SA
  • Why Leigh focuses on the high end luxury market
  • What the future of SA and the hotel industry looks like
  Leigh shares plenty of tips and tricks for those looking to get into this space and shares many lessons for his vast experience in property.     Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0   New 2024 Group Coming Soon   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring property developers and investors; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest: https://www.instagram.com/leigh_ashbee?igsh=MTRmZW5qOXd6Nnkybw==     *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
How I Bought a 27 Acre Site For My First Land Deal: Jerome Roith Talks Planning Gain17 Mar 202400:55:47
Jerome Roith is a property developer with over 25 years of diverse experience and has delivered numerous residential development projects, with a GDV in excess of £50 million.   Jerome started out in property as an estate agent. Running his own agency in central London which he exited in 2006 to get into the world of investing and developing.   In this episode, we discuss:  
  • Going from being an estate agent to property developer
  • Insights into planning gain
  • Buying a 27 arce site unconditionally and the lessons learnt from that deal
  • Why I focus on high end property and not entry level homes
  • The first 3 things I look for in a pre planning site.
  • Finding deals and what people get wrong
  This and much more     Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0   New Group Coming Soon- Spring 2024   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest: https://www.instagram.com/propertyplanninggain?igsh=MTJ0eGdzMmJjd3lpNA==
"What Have You Changed Your Mind On Recently in Property"? Q&A Sit-Down With David & Raj on All Things Property01 Mar 202400:56:15
We've got something a little bit different for you in this episode.   I've got my good friend David Holloway back on, who's an experienced property investor and developer and we are going head to head on a random Q&A session.   Both of us will be answering some of the most common questions I ask guests on the show... But also some left field ones too.  
  • What we wished someone had told us when we first started in property?
  • What we've changed our minds on in the last year when it comes to property?
  • Cashflow vs capital growth... What do we invest for?
  • Our favourite projects and strategies
  • The biggest challenge from a project
  • and much more
    Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0   New Group Coming Soon- Spring 2024   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidcholloway/         *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
The Bank Job- Stuart Wyeth on Scaling Up From HMOs to Commercial Conversions08 Feb 202400:55:25
Stuart Wyeth is an experienced property developer focusing his efforts on commercial to residential conversions. Repurposing old dilapidated commercial buildings and turning them into low carbon, highly efficient rentals properties.   In this episode:  
  • Stuart takes us through his story of how he built up a successful loft conversion company and then made the leap into developing his own projects.
  • He explains why he effectively runs 2 strategies along side each other- commercial to residential conversions into blocks of flats, but also HMOs.
  • Stuart explains why he doesn't sell anything and how his JV structures and model allows him to hold everything back for long term rental.
  • We discuss the ins and out of his investment strategy. From his chosen locations to why he's niched down and focuses on buying bank buildings.
  • Lastly, he shares a number of the lessons he wishes someone had told him.
  Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0   New Group Coming Soon- March 2024   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest:  https://www.instagram.com/swhomesltd?igsh=aDI0MXIwNmk3eWpz         *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
5 Important Questions You Should Ask Yourself Before Doing Your Next Property Deal26 Jan 202400:08:10
Today is a short fire episode on the 5 important questions that I ask myself before doing a new property project.   Are these questions you should be asking yourself in 2024?   Number 4 is probably my favourite, as I use it in other areas of my life too.   Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0   New Group Coming Soon- March 2024   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en     *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
"It Was The Best Worst Experience of My Life": From Losing Everything to Building a £400million Property Franchise Portfolio: Steve Bolton15 Jan 202401:04:40
Steve Bolton is a serial entrepreneur who has been building and running businesses for over 30 years. He was the founder of Platinum Property Partners, a business that at the time of exit had 400 franchisees, with £400 million of assets under management and an annual turnover in excess of £40 million.  His angel investment business Bolt Angels provides consultancy, capital and connections to innovative tech businesses. With one of their recent investments achieving a 42 x return in under 3 years.     In this episode:  
  • Steve takes us through his entrepreneurial journey
  • From starting 2 successful businesses and becoming a millionaire by his early 30s
  • To losing everything and having to start again and what the important lessons and takeaways were from that experience
  • Steve explains how he started one of the first property investing franchises in the UK
  • Why he exited that business to get into angel investing
  • We discuss the importance of self awareness and finding your particular "unique skill"
  • Lastly, Steve shares how he goes about setting goals at the start of a new year and holds himself accountable to them.
  Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0   New Group Coming Soon- March 2024   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest:  https://www.instagram.com/steveboltonuk?igsh=MWQweGtnejc2YXZjeQ==         *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
Why I Sold My Residential Portfolio: Jerry Alexander Talks Commercial Property Investing, CMOs & Flex Space22 Dec 202300:45:19
Jerry Alexander has been investing in property for over 20 years. He started off in residential and after a few years stumbled onto commercial property and hasn't looked back since. He has built several businesses in that time including LibertySpace, which has invested in and manages over 200 office and warehouse units on the East coast of Scotland.     In this episode:  
  • we dive into the commercial property world of flex space and the CMO model (Commercial Multiple Occupation).
  • Jerry explains many of the ins and outs of how this model works- from the types of tenants, to the types of buildings, and best locations as well. 
  • We discuss where this model sits within the changing world of commercial property post pandemic.
  • And why commercial investing like this, is a potential big opportunity that many residential investors tend to miss.
    Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0   New Group Coming Soon- March 2024   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest:  https://www.instagram.com/jerryalexander.commercial?igsh=NjdjcmRna3owb3Zo       *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
From Accidental Landlord to 500+ Properties: Adam Lawrence on Scaling Up; Cashflow Vs Capital Growth & The Current Market30 Nov 202301:07:44
Adam Lawrence is a well known, prolific property investor in the UK.   In not much more than a decade, he has gone on to be involved in over 650 properties, from single BTL flats to large portfolio purchases and everything in between. Of these 650 properties he has managed to retain over 90% of them within his rental portfolio... And today we discuss HOW!     In this episode:  
  • Adam shares how he went from being an accidental LL to acquiring a portfolio of over 500 properties
  • Adam takes us through the key changes in strategy that allowed him to really scale
  • He shares his metrics for buying and selling property
  • The 3 ways you make your money in property
  • Why he takes a different view to most, when it comes to cashflow vs capital growth
  • Finally, Adam shares his insights into the current market, the economic landscape and where he thinks we are headed over the next 6 months or so.
  Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0   New Group Coming Soon- March 2024   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details           GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamglawrence/     *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
Behind The Deal With Arthur Dallimer21 Nov 202300:36:40
A behind the deal episode- where we go through the ins and outs of a particular property project and discuss the strategy, figures and lessons.       Arthur Dallimer is the managing director of William Arthur Property-A property investment and development company based in Swindon and Bristol. They have done a number of projects over the years from multi unit residential new builds to commercial developments and conversions.       In this episode:    
  • We dissect one of Arthur's most recent commercial projects
  • Arthur takes us through his strategy and how he found the deal
  • He explains why plan A didn't work, but how plan B will allow him to create close to a seven figure uplift.... without even developing the site
  • We discuss adding value in commercial property
  • What he prefers to invest in- residential property or commercial property?
  • The importance of having multiple exit plans
  • And the biggest lessons and challenges from this particular project
  Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0   New Group Coming Soon- March 2024   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details           GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest:  https://instagram.com/william_arthur_property?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==     *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
The Biggest Lessons From a Recent BRR Project05 Nov 202300:09:59
Today is a short fire episode going behind the deal on one our of recent BRR Projects (Buy Refurbish Refinance). Where we share the key lessons and biggest challenges from this deal.   Enjoy!     ***************     Developers Boardroom 2.0   New Group Coming Soon- March 2024   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?     Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en        Resources:   https://instagram.com/_tobyslade?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==   https://www.wrenlettings.co.uk/                     *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial or legal advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
How I Built a Multi-Million 8 Figure Property Portfolio & Why Having Multiple Strategies is The Best Strategy: Terry Blackburn13 Oct 202300:53:28
Terry Blackburn is an inspiring entrepreneur and property investor. Coming from humble beginnings, he has managed to build multiple successful businesses over the years. One of which was a financial services business with over 100 employees, that he sold recently for a 7 figure sum. He has built a property portfolio worth close in £14million and has written an award winning book-"Be a Lion".     In this episode:
  • Terry shares his story of how he first got started in business and property
  • We discusses a unicorn BRR hotel deal.
  • Terry explains why he believes business is a better ROI than property
  • Why having multiple strategies is the best strategy
  • We discuss the top habits of successful people
  • And whether it's best to follow your passion or your strengths
  Enjoy!   ***************   Developers Boardroom 2.0   New Group Coming Soon- March 2024   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details       GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest: https://instagram.com/terry_blackburn_property?igshid=MmU2YjMzNjRlOQ==             *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial or legal advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
5 Successful Investors Share Their Biggest Lessons & Tips in Property24 Sep 202300:14:24
This is a short mash up episode of the top lessons, tips and takeaways from several past guests. Insights and advice from 5 successful property entrepreneurs with decades of experience in the game and who together have done well over £100 million in properties purchased, developed and invested in.   Enjoy!   ***************     John Howard- 3 Golden Rules For a Great Property Deal Listen to the full episode here- https://open.spotify.com/episode/1hg8bTmdeevfch4Ccgerju     Hayley Andrews- What I wish Someone Had Told me? Listen to the full episode here- https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VuX8wiZ7RLIgLc2LGLMfV     Jay Howard- Are You Using The Right Metrics? Listen to the full episode here- https://open.spotify.com/episode/64DjPE6l6JisGvpRvCLrNY     Susannah Cole- The 3 Stages in Property Listen to the full episode here- https://open.spotify.com/episode/3w3EgAfJeNcQyjFAOYewcI     Simon Zutshi- 5 Rules To Investing in Property Listen to the full episode here- https://open.spotify.com/episode/42Fb8A9dNGF9guP5WpLNfE           Developers Boardroom 2.0   New Group Coming Soon- March 2024   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details       GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en             *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial or legal advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
Investing in a Downward Market: Susannah Cole11 Sep 202301:00:55
Susannah Cole is a very successful self made property investor. Breaking out from the corporate lifestyle she followed her dreams and set up the Good Property Company in 2011, which she started from her kitchen table.   At first the goal was to source deals for investors, JV on flips and then invest in property for herself and her family. Susannah ended up becoming a property millionaire within 3 1/2 years of starting her business. She sourced over 200 deals and £45million worth of property.   Today we follow on from where we left off in our last podcast conversation a few years ago. (episode 11)   In this episode:  
  • We talk about the different stages of property investing and the long term plan for building a portfolio
  • Susannah talks about focusing on the efficiencies within your properties and sweating the assets
  • We discuss the current market and interest rates
  • cashflow vs capital growth
  • Investing in a downward market
And much more.     Enjoy!   ***************   Developers Boardroom 2.0   New Group Coming Soon- March 2024   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details       GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest: https://instagram.com/susannahcoleuk?igshid=MmU2YjMzNjRlOQ==           *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial or legal advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
The Recession Proof Model? An Insight Into Supported Living With Lisa Brown23 Aug 202300:42:41
After a 24 year nursing career, Lisa Brown began property investing. She initially developed heritage properties and then a chance encounter led her to discover supported living, A model that's been talked about a lot recently. She realised this was a powerful way to invest in property while creating homes for those who need them most.   Since then, Lisa has been raising awareness, educating and working on solutions to help property investors and supported living providers team up to provide much needed accommodation.   She is now the founder of The Supported Living Property Network.   In this episode we discuss:  
  • What is supported living and how does it work?
  • Why has supported living become a hot topic in the property investing world?
  • What are the benefits to investors and the tenants?
  • What properties best suit this model?
  • What are the challenges to look out for?
  • Lastly, Lisa takes us through one of her first projects using this model.
  Enjoy!   ***************   Developers Boardroom 2.0   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details       Episode Time stamps:   2.05- what is supported living and how you got into it?   4.15- Who is supported living accommodation for?   7.13- Why has Supported living become a hot topic in the property world?   10.50- Do you get market rent?    12.56- who pays the council tax and utilities?   14.06- What properties don't suit this model?    15.33- The bungalow case study   19.07- Getting a mortgage for supported living accommodation   23.00- how are these properties valued?   27.45- What do investors need to consider with this model?   31.14- How easy is it to change a property to supported living?   32.15- How does supported living contracts differ from social housing contracts?   36.17- final challenges and take aways   40.14- What I wish I knew starting out in property       GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en      Guest: https://lisabrown.uk/supported-living-property-guides-to-download/       *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial or legal advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.    
Behind The (Raw) Deal With Laura Muse25 Jul 202300:42:50
Laura Muse is an experienced property entrepreneur. From investing and developing to interior design and SA operations. Laura and her husband James since 2018 have quickly scaled from single lets and HMOs to blocks of flats and new builds, with currently around 37 tenants in their portfolio. They also own a family run SA business Muse Escapes- which offers luxury holiday accommodation in the Peak District.   In this episode:  
  • Laura takes us through one of her luxury holiday let projects- a large old manor house conversion
  • We discuss the numbers and figures
  • The biggest lessons and take aways
  • Laura shares the reality of when a project doesn't quite go to plan and how she was able to navigate her way through
  • We discuss the challenges with finance and lending on this particular project
  • The importance of having good relationships and multiple exits in this industry
  • What she wished someone had told her when she first started in property
  This and much more.   Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details     GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en     Guest:   https://www.instagram.com/lauramuse_official/?hl=en   https://museescapes.com/   10% discount code: Raj10   *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial or legal advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
Insights into Planning Permission (Pt. 2): What to Consider When Looking at Sites? With Matt Annen04 Jul 202300:29:47
Matt Annen is the co-founder of Pure Town Planning, a specialist planning consultant in the South of England.   They have a vast amount of experience obtaining many different planning approvals over the years and handle around 200+ applications per annum.     In this Episode we discuss:  
  • Which sites to avoid??- Considerations when looking for potential plots for residential development.
  • What are your options if a planning application is refused?
  • What is the appeal process for a planning refusal and how it works?
  • What is article 4 and how is it used? (HMO example)
  • Why planning takes so long?
  • Serviced Accommodation and Airbnb rentals- changes and legislation
  Enjoy!   ***************    Time stamps:   1.27- Which sites to avoid??- Considerations when looking for potential plots for residential development.   5.00- Phosphate and nitrate challenges- the impact on planning applications   11.33- What are your options if a planning application is refused?   13.41- What is the appeal process for a planning refusal and how it works?   16.30- Why does planning take so long?   18.33- What is article 4 and how is it used? (HMO example)   21.30- Serviced Accommodation and Airbnb rentals- changes and legislation       Developers Boardroom 2.0   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en    Guest: https://puretownplanning.co.uk/       *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial or legal advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
Insights into Planning Permission (Pt. 1): When Don't You Need Full Planning? With Matt Annen29 Jun 202300:29:28
Matt Annen is the co-founder of Pure Town Planning, a specialist planning consultant in the South of England.   They have a vast amount of experience obtaining many different planning approvals over the years and handle around 200+ applications per annum.     In this Episode we discuss:  
  • Why use a planning consultant?
  • Permitted development rights- What are they? What's the benefits of these rights?
  • What is the 56 day rule under a prior approval application?
  • The types of prior approval developers can use that don't involve a full planning application.
  • When might you use permitted development and prior approval applications with a full planning application?
  Enjoy!   ***************    Time stamps:   3.50- why use a planning consultant?   7.07- permitted development rights- What are they? What's the benefits of these rights?   12.33- what is a prior approval application and when would you use it?    14.19- what is the 56 day rule under a prior approval application?   16.02 - Types of prior approval applications developers can use (including: Class Ma- shops and offices to residential & Class AA- air space development) (definitely a clip here around 23mins)   24.15- when might you use permitted development and prior approval applications with a full planning application?           Developers Boardroom 2.0   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en    Guest: https://puretownplanning.co.uk/       *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial or legal advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
The Key Mistakes People Make With Flips & Why I Switched to Deal Sourcing: Jack Smith06 Jun 202300:57:42
Jack Smith is a property investor who started out with flipping houses. and then quickly found his feet when he launched is own deal sourcing business. Like many people he dabbled in a few strategies initially, but they didn't quite fit in with where he wanted to go in property. Through discovering Joint Ventures, he was able to make £30k profit on his first flip project and then managed to pick up more deals from there. So much so that he figured out that if he couldn't do all the deals himself, he could package them on for a fee and his sourcing business was born.   In this Episode:  
  • Jack takes us through his story
  • How he got started and why he transitioned to deal sourcing
  • We discuss the key mistakes people make when first getting into flips
  • What comes first in deal sourcing- the deal or the investor- Do you find the deals to suit the investors or find the investors to suit the deals?
  • What he believed a year ago in property.... That he no longer believes to be true
  • And what he wishes someone had told him when he first started in property
  That and much more.   Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details         GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en    Guest:  https://instagram.com/jackdavidsmith?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==       *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
4 Important Things That People Miss Off a Development Appraisal24 May 202300:10:56
This is another short fire episode on what I feel is a really important topic... The project/ development appraisal, the numbers, the tool that you rely on to help tell you if a project stacks or not.   So here are 4 important items that I see people miss off a development appraisal that can greatly impact a deal and a projects profitability.   So if you are an aspiring developer, looking to invest or JV on someone else's deal or even a sourcing agent looking to present a project to package to a developer.... Make sure you take these points into consideration.   Enjoy!     ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0 Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details     GET IN CONTACT.   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en   Email:  raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com     *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT legal or financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property or business, or use any resources mentioned in the episode.
Behind The Deal With David Holloway09 May 202300:50:44
A behind the deal episode- where we go through the ins and outs of a particular property project and discuss the strategy, figures and lessons.    David Holloway is an experienced property investor, developer and landlord.    He has over 20 years experience delivering over £50 million worth of projects in both the commercial and residential sectors. Such projects include everything from health clubs and large corporate offices to new build homes.   In this episode we discuss:  
  • A 2 phase development project consisting of both renovation and new build elements
  • The figures and returns
  • How David found the deal and what he saw that others missed
  • How David went about adding value to the project
  • The plan vs reality and what ended up happening
  • The lessons and biggest challenges
  • Dealing with nitrates
  • What he wished someone had told him when first getting in property development
  • We announce our exciting new joint venture
  Deal overview PDF     Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0   Looking to surround yourself with a small group of aspiring developers; To stay accountable and progress to the next level?   Click here for more details           GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en    Guest:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidcholloway/     *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
5 Things That Will STOP You Progressing in Property26 Apr 202300:09:21
Another short fire food for thought episode.   At times it can be difficult to know the right things to do when looking to advance on our property journey or career. But by using inversion thinking, it can be easier to identify the things that will certainly be a detriment to our progress... and then avoid these things at all costs.   Here are some of the things that could STOP you progressing in property.   Enjoy!     ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0

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  GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en     *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
A Sit Down With Simon Zutshi: Is Now a Good Time to Invest in Property?06 Apr 202300:57:01
Simon Zutshi has been investing in property for over 25 years.   In 2003 he launched PIN (The Property Investors Network)- The Largest property networking company in the UK with over 50 plus locations and meet ups.   in 2013 He co-founded Crowd Property a peer to peer lending platform.   He is also the best selling author of the Book- Property Magic, which is now in it's 6th edition and has over 200,000 copies in circulation.   Today we discuss:
  • The current market and investing in 2023.
  • Which strategies will work well over the next couple years
  • The types of projects he's personally looking at himself
  • Why some people don't get the results they want in property
  • Why he decided to sell his business (PIN)
  • What do you prefer- Property Training or Property Investing?
  • His 5 golden rules to investing in property and which rule is the most important
Enjoy!   ***************     Developers Boardroom 2.0

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0 to £3.4 Million Portfolio in 5 Years- Breaking Down The Journey With Justin Ingrey & Rae Murphy22 Mar 202300:50:30
Justin Ingrey and Rae Murphy have been in property for 5 years now and in that time they have gone from being an electrician and maths teacher to full time property investors. They have built up a R2R portfolio of 200+ rooms and built their own HMO portfolio worth 3.4 million. The pair have also implemented other strategies from purchasing a hotel, to lease options and a commercial to residential conversion...... All using very little of their own money.   And today we get to share their story, lessons and tips.   We discuss:  
  • How they went from R2Rs to buying their own HMOs
  • The top lessons from a couple of their past projects
  • Going from an employee mindset to an entrepreneurial mindset
  • Their biggest challenges in the current market
  • Successful behaviours and habits
  • What they wish they knew starting out
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Behind The Deal With Garrett Peers12 Mar 202300:36:51
A behind the deal episode- where we go through the ins and outs of a particular property project and discuss the strategy, figures and lessons.   Garrett Peers has been in property for over 25 years now. He has built two, multi-million euro portfolios including residential and commercial developments. Garrett also has his own team of builders and a family letting agency in Dublin, which manages over 500 units.   In this episode we discuss:
  • A fantastic BRRR deal
  • The figures and returns
  • The strategy and deal structure
  • The lessons and biggest challenges
  • How Garrett sources and finds his deals
  • And the importance of managing leverage and "staying in the game".
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How AI and ChatGPT Could Be Used By Property Entrepreneurs (FFTF)17 Feb 202300:10:18
Another Food For Thought Friday episode all about the hot topic... AI (Artificial Intelligence). Everyone is talking about Open AI and Chat GPT etc. So I had to check this thing out for myself and see where it could be helpful and useful for property entrepreneurs today. But more importantly, where this could disrupt things moving forward.   Enjoy!     ***************     Developers Boardroom 2.0

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After 20 Years of Building a Large Portfolio- Hayley Andrews Reveals What She Looks For in a Good Property Deal31 Jan 202300:42:59
Hayley Andrews is the Co-founder of Your Freedom Empire, an award-winning property training organisation and is the CEO of several businesses. She's an Investor, Mentor, Coach and large portfolio landlord. She has been in the industry for 20 years and is a regular property expert on SKY TV.   In this episode Hayley shares:  
  • Her journey of how she first got started in property.
  • The exciting projects that she's been working on- from HMOs and cluster flats to shopping centres and a museum.
  • Why car parks are a great investment strategy
  • What she looks for in her deals
  • Her Negotiating tactics
  • What she wishes someone told her when starting out in property
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  Want to ask a question to our future guests?   Email your property or business questions to raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en    Guest: https://instagram.com/hayley_talks_property247?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=     *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.  
9 Important Questions to Ask Yourself in 2023!22 Jan 202300:14:56
Another short-fire episode to kick off 2023.   Now is the time when we are looking to form those new habits, break old ones and make sure we are not in the same place this next year as we were last year. We want to keep that momentum and progress going.   So with that said, here are 9 questions that I have picked up over the years from books, podcasts, mentors and successful entrepreneurs, that I try to think about when I'm struggling, procrastinating or when I need to find another gear..... Number 4 is probably the one I ask myself most regularly.   Enjoy!     ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0

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How Having Dyslexia and ADHD Helped me Turn 37p into £100million: Neville Wright28 Dec 202200:45:08
Neville Wright is a well-known successful entrepreneur, property investor and author.   He is best known for owning Kiddicare, which was the biggest independent nursery retail shop in the country, which he sold in 2011 to Morrisons for £70 million. During the 80s and 90s, he was one of the largest residential Landlords in Peterborough and throughout his 47-year business career, he has navigated through a number of recessions and downturns.   In this episode Neville Shares:  
  • His story of how he went from 37p to £100million
  • His struggle growing up with dyslexia and ADHD and how they later helped him grow his businesses
  • What he believes is the biggest thing that holds most people back from becoming successful in business
  • What he wishes someone had told him at the start of his entrepreneurial journey
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Turning £1million into £5million in 18months- Jay Howard on The Fundamentals of Property Trading15 Dec 202201:01:53
Jay Howard is best known for being a property trader, who specialises in buying and selling at auctions.   He has 20 years of experience in property investing, auctions and trading properties. Deals that range from typical residential to mixed-use and commercial properties.   He is the Author of the Amazon #1 bestselling book, ‘Before the Hammer Falls." In 2013 he co-founded  Hammered- a business that makes it simple for anyone to buy or sell a property at auction.   In this episode:  
  • We get an insight into Jay's backstory and how he became a successful property investor.
  • How he went from being expelled from school to managing over £3billion worth of assets.
  • He shares why to prefers property trading over holding long-term as a landlord.
  • How he turned £1million into £5million in 18months... On one deal. 
  • The fundamentals of trading deals and the importance of having the right metrics
And much more   Enjoy!   ***************     Enjoy!   ***************   Developers Boardroom 2.0

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Over 4,000 Properties Later- John Howard Shares His Property Development Tips & Principles From 40 Years in The Game10 Nov 202200:46:45
John Howard is one of the UK’s most experienced property developers, traders, and investors, with over four decades of experience within the industry.   John’s extensive expertise stems from the sale and purchase of over 4,000 houses, apartments, and developments across the UK: from traditional houses to hotels and large scheme developments. One of John’s more recent projects being the £27 million construction of 150 apartments on Ipswich Waterfront.   John is also a well-known author and TV personality. He's written a range of best-selling books and is an angel investor on Property TV's "Property Elevator" and also has his own show- "Property Graduate".   In this episode we discuss:
  • How John first got into property
  • The challenges of growing up with a stammer
  • The current market conditions and where he is focusing his efforts
  • How he analyses deals and what new developers get wrong
  • His property development lessons & principles
 There are plenty of tips to make note of for the aspiring developers out there.   Enjoy!   ***************       Developers Boardroom 2.0

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  GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en   BOOK YOUR 1-TO-1 FREE CALL WITH RAJ   - Hit a stumbling block on your property journey? - Have difficulty setting goals? - Need a strategy review?     Reach Out & Get in Contact https://calendly.com/propertyinvesting2-0/free-1-to-1-call    Guest: www.johnhowardproperty.com     *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
An Insight Into The Current Market- Rory O'Mara Talks The Challenges & Opportunities; Property Finance, Bridging, and Much More12 Oct 202201:04:30
Today's guest is Rory O'Mara.   Rory is the Founder and CEO of Closed Bridging Finance. He has been specialising in short and medium-term finance and lending funds since 2006. As a straight-talking investor himself, he has a wealth of knowledge within the industry.   Today we really address the elephant in the room.   We discuss:
  • The current market & a recap on how we got here
  • Mortgage rates, inflation & house prices (the key influences)
  • Property finance & how bridging loans work.
  • What is capital stack?
  • The challenges facing different property strategies
  • Where the opportunities are
And much more.   Enjoy!   ***************   GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en   BOOK YOUR 1-TO-1 FREE CALL WITH RAJ   - Hit a stumbling block on your property journey? - Have difficulty setting goals? - Need a strategy review?     Reach Out & Get in Contact https://calendly.com/propertyinvesting2-0/free-1-to-1-call    Guest: www.ClosedBridgingFinance.com     *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
How to Invest £50k in Property01 Oct 202200:09:37
Another short fire episode where I follow on from the " How to Invest" series. This is part 2 (and has been collecting dust on the shelf), where I dive into how I would consider investing £50k in property. I go through a few options and one of which may really surprise you.   Enjoy   P.S. Part 1 is episode 75 (How to Invest £10k in Property)   ***************   GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en     *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
How I Doubled my Portfolio to Over 20 Properties in 2 Years: Heather Smail15 Sep 202200:57:22
Today's Guest is Heather Smail   Heather is a property developer, consultant and portfolio landlord.   She's been investing in property for over a decade, done a number of flips and built a portfolio of over 20 rental properties.   In this episode, Heather shares her incredibly inspiring story of how she had tragedy after tragedy from a very young age and went from nothing to becoming financially free and a successful property entrepreneur.   We discuss:
  • Heather's property investing journey
  • How she doubled her property portfolio in 2 years during COVID
  • Which is more important?.... The mindset, the knowledge or the funds
  • Why she started doing flips as well as buy and hold rentals
  • The ins and outs of a number of her deals.
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6 Successful Investors Share Their Biggest Lessons in Property31 Aug 202200:14:27
Decades of experience and £10s of millions of properties purchased, developed and invested in.    Today's episode is a short mashup montage where several past guests give us their top lessons and takeaways from their valuable insights into the property industry.   Fiona Talbot- #73 (The 3 different pathways of property investing)   Stuart Scott- #77 (The fundamentals of adding value)   Katrina Jones- #79  ("Don't hamster wheel it")   Immanuel Ezekiel- #76  (Should you pay for education?)   Steve Rice- #26  (What does good look like?)   Jack Jiggens- #81 (Shares a £26,000 lesson).   Enjoy!   ***************   JOIN OUR FREE ACCOUNTABILITY GROUP   For investors looking to push themselves to the next level. To register your interest in our free exclusive accountability group, simply email or DM me "accountability 2.0" and we'll send you the details.   GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en   *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
Buying a 48-Bed Super HMO With None of Your Own Money- Richie Miller15 Aug 202200:46:06
Today's guest is Richie Miller   Richie is a property investor who has been growing his portfolio over the last 5 years.   He has experience in single lets, serviced accommodation and houses of multiple occupation.   His biggest project to date has been a 48-bed super HMO.   Today we go through the ins and outs of that particular project.   From finding and funding the deal to the lessons and challenges along the way, including navigating delays and overcoming setbacks due to COVID.   Enjoy!   JOIN OUR FREE ACCOUNTABILITY GROUP   For investors looking to push themselves to the next level. To register your interest in our free exclusive accountability group, simply email or DM me "accountability 2.0" and we'll send you the details.   GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en     BOOK YOUR FREE STRATEGY REVIEW CALL WITH RAJ   - Hit a stumbling block on your property journey? - Have difficulty setting goals? - Need a strategy review?     Reach Out & Get in Contact https://calendly.com/propertyinvesting2-0/strategy-review-call   Guest: http://www.gerisa-group.com/       *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
Bonus Clip- How an Assisted Sale Can Save a Property Project: Jack Jiggens27 Jul 202200:11:14

In this bonus clip, Jack Jiggens gives us an insight into the world of "assisted sales". A strategy and tool that can be the difference between a property deal that stacks and one that doesn't. By effectively joint venturing with the vendor on the project, you can save significant purchase fees upfront. Not only can there be large cost savings to go on the bottom line, but Jack also explains the added long-term benefits of these types of deals as well. 

 

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The Current Market; Leasehold Reform- What Are The Changes & Who is Affected With Tim Bishop18 Jul 202200:30:55
Today's  guest is Tim Bishop   Tim is the senior partner and owner of the well-established law firm Bonallack & Bishop Solicitors. They specialise in property among other areas and are one of the fastest growing law firms in the south of England. Furthermore, Tim himself is a property investor, landlord and entrepreneur, which gives him a very unique perspective on property investing from a legal standpoint.   In Today's episode we discuss the current market and reflect on past predictions. We also dive into the leasehold reform- the recent changes, future proposals and who is affected.   Enjoy!   See time stamps below, if you wish to jump to a particular section:  
  • 1.18mins- Review of the market and recent predictions
  • 6.58mins- Leasehold GR changes- what are they?
  • 11.22mins- How this affects developers
  • 12.16mins- advantages & disadvantages to freeholders
  • 13.15mins- The effect on lease extensions
  • 16.12mins- When does it come into effect?
  • 16.45mins- Does this affect business leases?
  • 19.20mins- What is marriage value and how this is impacted?
  • 25.09- what is commonhold?
  • 27.50- what would I do and what are your options?
    GET IN CONTACT.   Email- raj@propertyinvesting2-0.com   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raj-chengadu-11381b69/   Now on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyinvesting2.0/?hl=en   BOOK YOUR FREE STRATEGY REVIEW CALL WITH RAJ   - Hit a stumbling block on your property journey? - Have difficulty setting goals? - Need a strategy review?     Reach Out & Get in Contact https://calendly.com/propertyinvesting2-0/free-1-to-1-call   Guest:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-bishop-4420988/     Resources:   Book reference- Factfulness by Hans Rosling   www.leaseextensionuk.co.uk   *Disclaimer* As always, the content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and are the views of the host and guests. This information is NOT financial advice. Please speak to a professional advisor and do your own due diligence when looking to invest in property and business.
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