Property Magic Podcast

With much uncertainty at the moment, Simon discusses how to best predict what’s coming in property, how to spot market trends and ascertain their impact, and how to pick the right moment to invest for maximum returns!   KEY TAKEAWAYS The population is definitely on the increase. If you look at the supply of properties per person, there isn’t enough building going on to keep up with the population...

After spending a huge amount of time in meeting and helping property investors, Simon has identified the four main hurdles, or blockers, that people run up against on their property journey.   In this week’s show, Simon takes each, one-by-one, and tells you how you can overcome them or avoid them altogether.   KEY TAKEAWAYS   The lack of relevant knowledge - When you’re new to property, you may fe...

As part of the economic recovery package outlined by the Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, property buyers are being given a stamp duty holiday in England and Wales of up to £500,000 until the 31st March, 2021. In this week’s show, Simon talks about what this payment holiday could mean for you, as well as more on government intervention and legislation, and why changes are now being made.   KEY TAKEAWAYS S...

Finding a motivated seller is often a wonderful opportunity to pay less and get more, meaning you can get a much higher return on your investment. But it’s also a very good way in which to make sure that everyone can achieve a win-win without feeling as though they’ve been taken advantage of.   In this week’s show, Simon talks you through the benefits of making sure that all your deals are ethical...

Purchase Options and Purchase Lease Options are powerful strategies for any property entrepreneur, but remain some of the most misunderstood methods out there. In this week’s show, Simon discusses the benefits of both, and busts the many myths surrounding them.   KEY TAKEAWAYS A Purchase Option is when you have an agreement with a property owner, in which you have the right to buy that property at...

Many property investors and developers will come across large properties that would work well if split into a number of smaller units, but sometimes the cost and process can be prohibitive. In this week’s show, Simon explains an advanced strategy known as 'Freehold to Leasehold Title Split’, which can allow you to do that very thing, but in a far easier way.      KEY TAKEAWAYS Look instead for pro...

Believe it or not, there are 22 crucial questions that a potential investor needs to ask a property seller, but hardly any of us ever actually do. In this week’s show, Simon talks you through all 22, so that you’ll be better able to recognise the real deals when they appear, and avoid the hidden pitfalls along the way...     KEY TAKEAWAYS Open questions are vital when talking to sellers. You need...

Can you drastically accelerate your investing results and save years of time? What is the crucial difference between training, mentoring and coaching? Where can you find the essential guidance that will super-charge your property journey? In this week’s show, Simon lays out an invaluable set of guidelines that can help you to step-change your investing success immediately!   KEY TAKEAWAYS At the s...

This week, Simon shares six simple, practical ways in which you super-charge your investment plans today. From simple decision making, to making sure you’re educated effectively, these six pointers will guide you swiftly towards the finish line!   KEY TAKEAWAYS Make a decision - sometimes it’s a simple as making a commitment to yourself and to your strategy. Don’t waste time.  Time is your most va...

In the second part of his look at the rent-to-rent property strategy, Simon talks about how much you should be paying to a landlord, how best to convince them to engage with your proposed strategy, and which contracts you need to have in place!   KEY TAKEAWAYS Always ensure that the profit you’re making is enough to cover your costs, and still make it worth your while. The rule of thumb is to make...

In this week’s show, Simon provides an introduction to one of the most discussed, yet most invaluable property strategies: rent-to-rent. Simon walks you through the best ways in which to make rent-to-rent work for you, the advantages and disadvantages involved, and how to find the best rent-to-rent deals out there.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Rent-to-rent involves finding a property owner with a rental proper...

One of the biggest barriers for many property investors is money! Some feel that they don’t have enough, while others are anxious about running low. In actual fact, there’s plenty of money out there waiting to be invested. It’s all about unlocking these cash reserves from potential investors and partners, and the best way of doing so is to raise your personal profile in order to become noticed, an...

Many think that the fastest way to make money in property is to acquire, refurbish and then sell on. But as Simon discusses this week, there might be a more powerful strategy available to you; one that will allow you to recycle the cash you already have invested, and which uses momentum to super-charge your portfolio in no time.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Equipping yourself with as much education as possible...

Planning and licensing are very different entities, but far too often investors seem to confuse them when it comes to projects. In this week’s show, Simon lays out a simple-to-follow guide to both areas, that will ensure your knowledge is up-to-date, and prevent you from making costly mistakes!   KEY TAKEAWAYS In October 2018, licensing requirements changed. Any property with five or more tenants...

In this week’s show, Simon offers one of his favourite strategies for those looking to insulate themselves against a prospective recession.  It’s a method that provides any property investor with the quickest way towards replacing their income. By following Simon’s expert guidance, you’ll be making profits almost immediately!      KEY TAKEAWAYS Houses Of Multiple Occupation (HMO) consist of a prop...

One of the greatest lessons Simon’s learned during his journey as a property investor is that you need to adapt your strategy depending on the market at the time. If anything, the recent situation in the world has shown us how vital it is to be able to pivot depending on the conditions out there.   In this week’s show, Simon talks through the importance of adapting your strategy, when you need to...

Opportunity really is everywhere, even in the challenging situation we’re facing today. Things may seem bleak, but by developing a positive mind-set we can always find ways to succeed in the face of diversity. It all begins with changing the way you think. It starts with recognising an opportunity when you see it, and being brave enough to take it.     KEY TAKEAWAYS The foundation of a healthy min...

In this episode of The Property Magic Podcast, Simon Zutshi talks us through the BEST ways of staying productive and focused whilst you are working from home in lockdown. Simon outlines how we can still maintain our work/life balance, how we can avoid distractions and how we can still go out for a coffee with our co-workers without even leaving the house! If you implement all the tips and strategi...

COVID-19 has thrust a whole new set of challenges upon the world, and so to address this properly, Simon has temporarily elected to talk not about property investment strategies, but how you can protect yourself in the face of upcoming challenges. In this week’s show, he talks you through how to deal with such instant issues as what to do if your tenants can’t afford to pay rent, how to deal with...

Have you got what it takes to be a truly successful investor? Simon has been teaching people how to become successful investors since 2003 and knows exactly what it takes, in this episode he shares the characteristics that make the difference and explains why they are important for anyone who wants to be a successful property investor. With extensive expertise and experience in the property arena,...

Having the right mindset is the most important thing you need if you want to be a successful property investor. Anyone can acquire the necessary knowledge, investment capital, and even the correct network, if they apply themselves to doing so. Mindset is something you have to actively develop for yourself, and by doing so, you can amplify and multiply your potential for success. In this week’s sho...

As a successful property entrepreneur Simon is often asked what his preference is and why when considering commercial versus residential property investment. In this episode, Simon shares the differences,  for a property investor, between purchasing residential and commercial properties and the processes any investor needs to understand. He shares some great advice based on his extensive experienc...

In this very special episode, Simon tells you why and how you should be investing in properties that aren’t in your area, and even properties in another country. He’ll go into detail about his own experiences in doing this, why and when you should be investing away, how to use property deal sourcers to help you, and how to find effective sourcers who know what they’re doing.  For those looking to...

‘Many of my students successfully sell deals and I’ve taught them how to do it properly’ In this informative episode, Simon explains how to package and sell on deals to other investors. When you get good at finding deals you will find more than you can actually do yourself and this means you can start selling the ones you don’t want and generate a substantial income. Just because they are not righ...

What makes a  great deal? What should you be looking for? Simon answers both these questions and more in this episode packed with value and content for anyone who is in property investment. It’s vital that you have clarity about your strategy and understand what type of properties you are looking for and where they are located so that you can buy properties that will help you to develop your inves...