Your Property Podcast

How to Turn an Empty High Street Shop into a £340k Mixed-Use Property Deal | Sam Bastow In this episode of the YPN Podcast, Ant Lyons is joined by property investor and developer Sam Bastow to break down a real mixed-use property deal that transformed an unloved, long-empty high street shop into a profitable investment. Sam shares how he purchased a Grade II listed building in Evesham for £188,000...

With the average five-year fix tipping over 6% and landlords selling up ahead of the Budget, the headlines say property is in trouble. So why are experienced investors buying more than ever? In this episode, Ant is joined by Adam McGhee from Mogul Finance, YPN’s property finance partner, for an honest look at where lending is right now and what’s coming in 2027. Adam explains why bridging rates ha...

In this episode, we're joined by Ash Gore from Teesside, who spent 16 years working rotations in oil and gas across the North Sea, Kazakhstan, Egypt and Iraq before going full-time in property in 2022. Ash talks us through three very different deals. First is a fire-damaged house he bought from a work colleague for the £145K left on the mortgage. After a £23K refurb and three months of work, it so...

From a nightmare property to a potential £500k valuation — this is a creative deal you won’t want to miss. In this episode of the Your Property Network podcast, Ant is joined by Thomas Reed from Yellow Homes to break down one of his most interesting property deals yet. The property started life as a tired seaside B&B, had problem tenants, more than £10,000 in rent arrears, an illegal laundry busin...

Most property investors think design is just about scatter cushions and paint colours. Julian Maurice — design consultant, former contractor, and HMO investor — says that misunderstanding is costing landlords thousands. In this episode, Julian breaks down why he believes most investors don't actually understand what "profit" means (hint: gross yield tells you nothing), and how applying Dieter Rams...

From Police Sergeant to £10M Property Portfolio: Rick Gannon's HMO Story | YPN Podcast In this episode of the YPN Podcast, Ant Lyons sits down with prolific property investor and educator Rick Gannon to unpack the emotional story behind his exit from the police force and into property — sparked by a promise made to his son, Ben. Rick shares how he built a portfolio from just 2-3 buy-to-lets into a...

Andy Graham talks HMO investing, market survival, and building a business that gives you your life back. In this episode, Ant sits down with Andy Graham — co-founder of HMO Roadmap — to talk about what's really working in HMO investing right now, and what isn't. Andy shares why he's still bullish on UK property despite the Renters' Rights Act, rising costs, and a tougher lending environment, and b...

Thinking about flipping property for profit? In this episode, we sit down with Martin Rapley — YPN's resident expert on refurbishment, development, and adding value — to break down exactly how to make sure your flip doesn't turn into a flop. Martin shares his 12 top tips covering the full journey of a flip: understanding your market and target buyer before you even view a property, building an acc...

In this episode, Ant sits down with Markus Zeller — a former pharmaceutical CFO turned property investor — to unpack how he's built a genuine flipping business alongside a demanding corporate career. Markus shares his journey from "accidental landlord" to disciplined property trader, and the finance mindset he's brought with him: locking in profit at the point of purchase, weighing absolute vs. re...

In this episode of the Your Property Network Podcast, Ant is joined by experienced property developer Gavin to explore the realities of developing and restoring period properties in today's changing market. After leaving a career in finance, Gavin has spent more than 20 years renovating historic buildings, converting neglected properties into beautiful homes while overcoming the unique challenges...

What does it really mean to build wealth through property — and at what point does the business you created start running you? In this episode, we’re joined by property entrepreneur Daniel Hill for a wide-ranging conversation on scaling businesses, financial freedom, entrepreneurship, AI, and the realities of building long-term wealth through property. Daniel shares his journey from building house...

In this episode, we sit down with first-time property investor Tancu Yilmaz to unpack the real story behind his very first deal — from hesitation and overthinking to taking action and securing a £50K profit. With no prior experience and limited capital, Tancu shares how he navigated the early uncertainty, found the right strategy, and transformed a tired one-bedroom flat in London into a high-spec...

Discover how one unexpected property investment turned into a 100+ portfolio business. In this episode, we sit down with Sophie and Jacob to unpack their journey from a single, run-down flat listed on Airbnb to building a thriving serviced accommodation and property management company in just a couple of years. They share the real story behind their success—including the £100,000 mistake that near...

In this episode of Your Property Network, we sit down with property investor Andy Hart to break down a real deal that didn’t quite go to plan… until it turned into a £1,000/month cash-flowing success. Andy shares how a property that was only set to generate £300/month as a buy-to-let became a high-performing service accommodation unit—tripling the income and completely changing the outcome of the...

In this episode of Your Property Network, Ant sits down with property investor Dan Linton to break down real-life deals, from the wins to the challenges along the way. Dan shares how he went from an “accidental landlord” to building a thriving property business, leaving behind a 20-year corporate career. We dive into a range of projects—from a £40K rundown property transformed into a high-performi...

In this episode of Your Property Network, Ant sits down with property investor Daria Meikle to unpack one of the most inspiring and creative projects we’ve featured. Starting with just £40,000, Daria shares how she transformed a tired, empty 200-year-old former pipe factory into a stunning multi-generational holiday let. With breathtaking design inspired by Alice in Wonderland, this project is as...

In this episode, we speak with property investor and finance specialist Rob Peters about his journey into property and the strategy behind one of his recent deals. Rob shares how he purchased a flat at auction for £78,000, identified a hidden opportunity that many investors overlooked, and used specialist lending to refinance the property at market value — allowing him to pull all of his money bac...

When property investing goes wrong… nobody posts about it. In this brutally honest episode of Your Property Network, Ant is joined by Dave Wigram-Tomes to talk about the side of property that doesn’t make it onto social media. From blown budgets and planning delays to builder issues and refinance nightmares, this is a real-world look at what actually happens behind the scenes of property projects....

In this episode, we take a deep dive into a real property deal — from early strategy pivots to delivering a high-performing commercial HMO. Nigel shares his journey from initially chasing serviced accommodation to completing his first HMO project, including the challenges, mistakes, and key decisions that shaped the outcome. We break down how a tired property was transformed into a 7-bed professio...

Property with Purpose dives into real-life property investing stories that go beyond bricks and mortar. In each episode, we sit down with experienced investors to unpack real deals, real strategies, and the challenges faced along the way — sharing both the wins and the lessons learned. From supported living and specialist housing to purpose-driven investment strategies, this podcast explores how p...

What does it really take to go from a first property deal to building a scalable property business — without getting distracted by every new strategy? In this episode, I’m joined by Patricia White, a South Wales–based property investor who transitioned from a career in data and performance analysis into full-time property investing. Patricia shares her honest journey into property, starting with a...

In this episode of Your Property Network, Ant Lyons sits down with Arden Hart to talk through a real-world property journey — from starting out with no clear strategy to scaling a portfolio that delivers meaningful monthly income. After Covid brought Arden’s successful music career to a sudden halt, he turned to property out of necessity — and learned fast. In this conversation, Arden openly share...

In this episode of Your Property Network, Ant is joined by portfolio landlord and full-time property professional Rebecca Alcock, who shares her journey from corporate life as a Chartered Accountant to building a thriving, cash-flowing property business. Rebecca talks candidly about how she scaled a portfolio of 60 HMO rooms in Sheffield, why stability and predictability have shaped her strategy,...

In this packed episode of Your Property Podcast, we sit down with Richie Clapson — one of the UK’s most respected development educators — to break down exactly what every aspiring developer needs to know before tackling larger property projects. Richie shares the fundamentals of successful development, including why solid education matters, how to navigate the planning system, and how to select th...

Is serviced accommodation a genuine upgrade on buy-to-let in today’s market? Ant sits down with SA operator Phil Saunders to unpack the numbers, the tech stack, and the reality of running SA at scale. From contractor-focused one-beds to 8-bed luxury homes, Phil shares the playbook: how to stabilise income, avoid the “Airbnb death spiral,” win more direct bookings, and navigate UK regulation. Inclu...