Behind The Facade - Real Estate Investing

  REGISTER FOR WORKSHOP - https://elitepropertyaccelerator.com/workshop-registration   *** BTF Episode: 276. Irish Property News Roundup for Week Ending 12.06.26 All the news impacting the Irish property market in one place. If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review! *** Support for the podcast: Buy me a Coffee:  https://buymeacoffee.com/gavinjgallagher Learn more about my Accelerator: htt...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode: 275. From Six-Pack to Seven Figures with Rob Lipsett Rob Lipsett has built Ireland's biggest fitness brand from his iPhone 5 and a few hours of grind after a 9-to-5. But this conversation isn't about health and fitness, it's about what comes after you've built your audience. We sat down in Marbella to talk business, property,...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼 https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode: 274. Is the 5x Income Mortgage a Dangerous Sign? Ireland's mortgage market is shifting again, with Nua Money now offering up to 5x income borrowing. In this episode, we break down the history of Ireland's lending rules and explore the potentially dangerous second-order effects of expanded credit colliding with rising construct...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼 https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/ *** My guest this week is Chalie Fitzgibbon who built a construction and development business in Edinburgh, Scotland, scaled it to a staff of 110 before grappling with some serious challenges that drove him to the decision to sell the business. All before his 30th birthday - this episode will open your eyes.  If you enjoyed this episode please l...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼 https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/ *** BTF Episode: 272. Could the Iran Conflict Trigger a Market Crash? Returning to weekly uploads after a 3 month hiatus this episode covers the impact the Iran conflict is having on the real estate market. Should you buy? Should you sell? Should you fix or float? We discuss it all here today. If you enjoyed this episode please like and subscrib...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼 https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode: 271. A Conversation on Property Development with James Askew In this episode I discuss property development with James Askew of Aspinel Homes.  We cover the UK property market and the challenges faced by many developers who are trying to scale in a difficult market - I hope you enjoy! If you enjoyed this podcast please like an...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode: 270. A Conversation on Property Development with James Askew This week I am breaking down part of my ORC framework, specifically Risk and your assessment of the different risks and potential outcomes that exist - I hope you enjoy! If you enjoyed this podcast please like and subscribe! *** Support the channel: https://buymeaco...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode: 269. A Conversation on Property Development with James Askew Christmas and the New Year is upon us so I thought I would give you a brief update on the market and what I am up to  - I hope you enjoy! If you enjoyed this podcast please like and subscribe! *** Support the channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/gavinjgallagher

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode: 268. Legacy - What We Leave Behind This episode is dedicated to my former personal assistant Mia Ross or Mia Delaney as I remember her when she first started working for me.  I learned today that she died a few days ago and am in shock.  My thoughts and prayers are with her family and in particular her 2 daughters Lauren and...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode 267. How to SCALE your Business Across the UK with Andrew Clancy In this episode I speak with Andrew Clancy, Founder of Coreus Group and C Squared Construct which he set up in 2019, he is responsible today for leading the companies to 75 people (and growing), £10m+ turnover and multiple awards. Operating from 6 offices and emb...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode 266. Budget 2026 - will it Help or Hinder Housing? In this episode I cover the various news and events that have emerged in the past week - from the news that presidential candidate Jim Gavin was ending his campaign, to the event I hosted last weekend, to the Budget 2026 announcement and a talk I attended with the Economist Da...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode 265. Pay Attention to Who is Advising You | Dave Quinn In this episode I speak with Dave Quinn a financial planner in Ireland.  We discuss the evolving landscape of financial planning and the importance of understanding behavioral psychology in investment decisions. We explore common mistakes investors make, the significance o...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode 264. Should we fear Inward Migration? In this episode I cover a recent report from the Irish Government's Department of Finance which predicts the population could be set to grow to 7.6m in the coming 40 years.  This will have an impact on many areas of life in Ireland for both the native Irish and the migrants arriving on our...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode 263. From Restaurant Owner to Real Estate with Gino Barbaro On this episode Gino Barbaro shares his journey from restaurant owner to becoming a successful real estate investor and life coach. He discusses the importance of mindset, the frameworks for success in real estate, and the impact of personal experiences on financial d...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode 262. Should You Buy Property in Spain? I am back after a 6 week break in which I went to Spain and stayed in my old home that I purchased at the top of the market back in 2008.  In this episode we discuss the pros and cons of overseas property ownership, AirBNB and the anti-tourism backlash. If you enjoyed this podcast please...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode 261. How to Build True Freedom with Jason Graystone My guest this week is Jason Graystone who is joining us for the second time having had a conversation with me back in episode 37.  Today we discuss personal growth, financial freedom, and the journey of content creation. We share insights on the importance of authenticity in...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼 https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode 260. No More Work for Housing Developers? In this episode we discuss the current dysfunction in the market with the latest news and announcements that paint a pretty bleak picture.   If you enjoyed this podcast please like and subscribe! *** Support the channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/gavinjgallagher  

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode 259. Investing in Luxury: The Bellwood Revolution with Bo Belmont My guest this week is Bo Belmont who shares his remarkable journey from overcoming personal adversity to becoming a successful real estate investor. He discusses his purchase of Kanye West's Malibu mansion, the challenges of the current real estate market, and t...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode: 258. Will the New RPZ Reforms Make the Housing Crisis Worse? I was asked if I could come to the RTE Prime Time Studio to give my reaction to the new rental reforms announced that will change expand RPZ Rental system.  As it turned out they asked someone else so in this episode is outline what I might have said had I been give...

  LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode 257. The Anti transaction With Andrew Rhatigan This week I speak with Andrew Rhatigan on his unique approach to the real estate market, focusing on interpersonal relationships and client motivations rather than just transactions. Andrew shares personal insights on resilience and gratitude shaped by his life experiences, and...

256. Boosting your Property Investment Skills In this weeks episode coincides with my wedding anniversary so I will keep it short. *** Accelerator - https://elitepropertyaccelerator.com/accelerator Foundations - https://elitepropertyaccelerator.com/foundations *** My Newsletter👇🏼 https://gavinjgallagher.ck.page/newsletter   Buy me a Coffee👇🏼 buymeacoffee.com/gavinjgallagher   *** Follow me on...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF Episode 255. Ask About Wealth with Paul Overy In this conversation, Paul Overy, founder of Ask About Wealth, reveals the overlooked truths behind Ireland's financial system, housing crisis, and intergenerational wealth transfer. He shares how his 40-year journey through the finance industry shaped his mission to deliver impartial fina...

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** Episode 254. From Crisis to Chaos: Is the Housing System Beyond Repair? In this episode, I confront the accelerating dysfunction in Ireland's housing system. I explore why the traditional narrative that paints landlords as villains is flawed and how the exodus of landlords is shrinking rental supply, driving rents to unsustainable levels....

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** BTF  Episode 253. The Very Best Episodes of BTF Season 5 The last episode of Season 5 and we choose the 5 most popular episodes to pick some highlights from.  I hope you enjoy - see you in Season 6. Support the channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/gavinjgallagher

LEARN MORE 👉🏼  https://epa-learn-more.scoreapp.com/   *** Episode 252. How Boring Assets Make Big Money with Mattew Ricciardella In this conversation, Matthew Ricciardella breaks down the surprising power of "boring assets" and why they can be the key to long-term wealth and financial stability. He shares his journey from traditional investing into a focus on under-the-radar asset classes like s...