Property Developers Secrets

Discover how property investments can serve as a launching pad for various entrepreneurial ventures. From starting a small business, launching a property development company, or building a passive income stream, the possibilities are endless. We explore case studies and success stories that highlight the transformative impact of integrating property into an entrepreneurial journey. Our expert gues...

In this episode, Mike and Carey, seasoned property developers with a proven track record, share their wealth of knowledge and experiences, providing invaluable insights for both aspiring and established developers. With their unique blend of expertise, they offer practical advice, step-by-step guidance, and inspiring stories that will empower you to take your own property development ventures to n...

Networking holds immense power in the world of property. Whether you're a seasoned investor, real estate agent, or aspiring homeowner, building a strong network can be the key to unlocking numerous opportunities and accelerating your success. By connecting with like-minded individuals, industry experts, and professionals in related fields, you gain access to a wealth of knowledge, resources, and p...

Are you tired of the daily grind of physical labor and dreaming of a career that allows you to unleash your entrepreneurial spirit? Look no further! Join us as we dive deep into the inspiring stories, practical advice, and expert insights shared by seasoned property developers who have successfully transitioned into this dynamic industry. Whether you're a tradesperson, a craftsman, or someone with...

Are you struggling to build a power team for your Property Development team? In this podcast episode, we'll walk you through the steps necessary to create a high-performing team that will help take your business to the next level. We'll discuss the key roles you need to fill on your team, including real estate agents, contractors, lawyers, and accountants. We'll also cover how to find and recruit...

Welcome to this episode of our podcast where we discuss OSM's or "Oh Shit Moments" in the world of property development. Our hosts, Andi Cooke and Lloyd Girardi, are seasoned property developers who have encountered their fair share of challenges and setbacks along the way. In this episode, they share their insights on how these moments should be so common in your development journey that they fee...

Finding a joint venture partner in property development requires a strategic approach and networking skills. One of the best ways to find a partner is by attending industry events and conferences to meet other professionals in the field. Building relationships with architects, builders, and real estate agents can also help identify potential partners. Additionally, researching and connecting with...

In this episode, we sit down with Joe Warren, a successful property developer and business owner who shares his journey from being an electrician to achieving his dreams in the property industry. Joe's story is an inspiring one that will motivate anyone who is considering a career in property development. He discusses his challenges and how he overcame them, his biggest wins, and the lessons he le...

Welcome to the latest episode of the Property Developer Secrets podcast. In today's episode, we focus on C-link, a company co-founded by Paul Heming. C-link is a rapidly growing technology company that provides a platform connecting property developers and subcontractors with a network of verified suppliers. It streamlines the procurement process, making it easier for businesses to find the right...

In this episode Lloyd Girardi interviews all 8 hosts of the Developers Network. The Developers Network is a powerful network of events, dedicated to property development, throughout the UK! Having the right team and people around you is key to success. Understanding your own limits, skill sets and knowing when you need to outsource can sometimes be hard to do. Networking events are the best way to...

Season 1 - Episode 2 - BUILDING THE DREAM In this episode of Building the Dream Andi interviews Matt Baker the co owner of Scott Baker Properties. Co-founder of Scott Baker Properties, The HMO Platform and Head of Business Development at co:home. Matt is a specialist in Next Level HMO® and coliving developments. He is recognised in the property industry as one of the country’s leading HMO and coli...

Developing in London can seem both daunting and exciting...  Property prices in London are one of the highest in the country. So is it really possibly to start to develop in London or should you be looking to invest outside the M25 and in 'cheaper areas'?  In this episode we dive into the question of... Can you develop in London? 

We can often get blinded by all the content out there and all the different facebook adverts, youtube content and sales courses. This could put you off looking at anything...  In this episode we discuss some free and low cost content and opportunities to take advantage off to help you get started in property developments.  If you're new to property developing. this episode will be perfec...

Season 1 - Episode 1 - BUILDING THE DREAM  In this episode of our 'Building The Dream' series we talk to Matt Kavanagh. Initially, it was Matt’s dad, Ian, who approached White Box. Ian attended one of our property network events in 2017, wanting to do something more in property. After buying a few HMOs around the country, he wanted a bigger challenge and wanted to bring his son Matt into the...

You have grown up with mentors around you... Your parents were mentors, your teachers and peers. You just didn't know it at the time... Good mentors are there to help you get the best out of you. They are there to guide you in the right direction from their experience. Your mentor should have experience in what you are trying to achieve.  If you are wanting to be mentored by myself and Andi,...

Finding private investors for developments is how we can do development with none of our own money. In this episode we uncover some of the hurdles stopping people asking for money. At the end of the day you need investors in your deal and asking for money id not as scary as you may think right now. Investors invest to make money, you should see it as a positive that you are able to help the invest...

In this episode we interview Scott Marshall the CEO of Roma Finance about what he thinks is going to happen this year with interest rates and how Roma are helping their customers.  We have known Scott for many years and have worked with Roma finance on many of our developments, in fact, Roma have been one of the most supportive and encouraging lenders we've worked with. They are very bought i...

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Unfortunately, as developers, people stereotype you to be a money hungry, low quality builder who doesn't care about anyone else but yourself. Well frankly.... That's a complete misunderstanding and perception from people. As developers we put a lot on the line to create homes for people. We risk more than people know. We make sacrifices and decisions that we are forced to make sometimes just to g...

Take the Developers Test - https://whiteboxpsdevelopmenttest.scoreapp.com/   One of the biggest struggles for many is finding finance throughout their Development journey. People fall at the first hurdle when it comes to this because they let money stop them. However, Lloyd and Andi in this episode discuss one form of getting finance during a development, Bridging Loans. This is not financial...

The best things in life are on the other side of fear! Stop dreading fear, embrace it... Everything you do for the first time will come with an element of fear. This is no different to when you want to become a property developer. You will have an element of fear setting in, so this episode is about understanding the fear and helping you become a better developer. On the other side of fear is the...

We look at the normal obstacles or excuses stopping people become property developers. We've heard these many times from people and we've helped a lot of them overcome those obstacles. A lot of the time we get in our own head and tell ourselves we can't do something. In this episode we tackle some of these obstacles and help you get started.

Here are our top 3 tools that we use to help us fine and analyse developments quicker and easier. These tools have helped us and our students find plenty of development sites. It has saved us time and money. 1. SearchLand - https://searchland.co.uk 2. MyPDA - www.mypda.co.uk 3. C-Link - https://c-link.com

Many people ask us what the best strategy for property development is... New Build or Commercial Conversions? In this episode we tackle the question and give you our opinion on the subject matter. Let us know your thoughts too... What experience have you had with either of the strategies... Good and Bad...?

Merry Christmas... This is a mini bonus episode for Christmas Day as we look back on a couple of our favourite moments in 2022... It's been a tough year for many especially towards the end of the year but now it's time to kick back, relax and enjoy the festivities with your loved ones... Merry Christmas from all of us at Whitebox....