Property Magic Podcast

Simon shares the number one secret that wealthy people know, and how you can use it to help yourself become more financially secure. KEY TAKEAWAYS Many think that making money is the important thing, but that's not enough. Rich people can make money, but then they lose it all. There's an extra element you need to understand. For most people, the more money they earn, then more money they spend. Th...

Simon shares a simple way in which you can grow your network, while also contributing to the good of the world at the same time! KEY TAKEAWAYS Joining a voluntary service unit allows you to meet likeminded, charitable people, as well as put some positivity out into the world. The power of networking can not be denied. Spending time with people who have the same motivations and goals as yourself ca...

Simon discusses the importance of making sure you have a pipeline of property deals in hand - how to build one, why it matters, and how it can benefit your mindset. KEY TAKEAWAYS Property deals take months from beginning to end. At any point a hitch can throw the deal into disarray, and even lead to its cancellation. If you aren't stacking the next deals then you are wasting your time. You could b...

Simon shares a simple concept, but one that will dramatically increase the success of your property investing business! KEY TAKEAWAYS Most sellers become more motivated over time, so following up is an essential way to make sure that you're always there if the deal turns into something beneficial to you. If someone has gone with another offer (one in three sales fall through in the UK), and then d...

Simon tells you how you can drastically accelerate your success by sharing some of the habits that his most successful mastermind students have put into place to achieve life-changing results in record-breaking time. KEY TAKEAWAYS When you invest in yourself, you become far more investable to other investors. People are far more into the idea of investing in you, if they can see that you care enou...

With a wealth of opportunities about to happen in the property investing space, Simon asks the pertinent question - are you committed? If so, then you might just be about to accelerate your property investment growth in ways you couldn't possibly imagine. KEY TAKEAWAYS Because of the current interest rate crisis, many property deals aren't stacking up for people. This means that even more sales wi...

With so much uncertainty in the property market right now, Simon is here to share his personal prediction about what could happen over the next twelve months, as well as the action you should be taking in order to protect and reinforce your property investing business. KEY TAKEAWAYS On the 3rd November, the Bank Of England raised their interest rates, the highest percentage seen since 2008. This m...

Are you feeling lucky? That's the question Simon's posing this week, as he explains how you could be the lucky person to win a fully paid scholarship on his next 12-month Mastermind programme, which begins in February 2023 - a prize worth over $20,000! KEY TAKEAWAYS Opportunities are everywhere. What counts is whether you can see it, and whether you're prepared enough to take it when it arises. At...

Many believe that the recent upheaval in energy cost prices has killed the HMO strategy, due to the fact that landlords are now losing money by paying higher bills for tenants. But as Simon explains in this week's show, that belief may not be correct... KEY TAKEAWAYS There are different types of tenants in HMOs - students, young professionals, workers and those on benefits. Interestingly, only two...

Simon discusses the topical interest rate crisis that is affecting the market right now, and the impact that this will have upon your property investing and the property market in general. KEY TAKEAWAYS One of the decisions you have to make when you take out a mortgage is whether to have a variable rate or fixed rate. Most opt for the stability of a fixed rate because it provides certainty. Once w...

Simon talks about the property investing strategies that have time and again proven to be recession proof, so that you can ensure your business remains robust, no matter what happens in the financial future. KEY TAKEAWAYS Rising interest rates, high energy costs, and high inflation mean that times ahead are proving uncertain for many. But we must remember that with massive uncertainty also comes h...

Simon shares an important, valuable strategy that will only work THIS WEEK, so make sure to listen carefully and take action on this time-sensitive strategy as soon as you possibly can in order to maximise the rewards available. KEY TAKEAWAYS Many landlords are pulling out of the property market due to rising legislation, costs and interest rates. This is an increasing trend, but this week there i...

Many people don't think about their pension pots as a hidden asset that can be used for investing purposes, but you can. In this episode, Simon talks about the ways in which you do this safely, and demonstrates what can be possible. KEY TAKEAWAYS A SSAS pension is a Small Self-Administered Scheme, allowing you to take more control of your pension, and get yourself a better return. It is possible t...

Simon talks about the importance of contribution and the value it can bring to you and your property investing business. KEY TAKEAWAYS In order to grow as an individual, we need to feel as though we are contributing in some way. Many do this through charitable donations, or by donating their time. You can help like-minded investors and aspiring property entrepreneurs by speaking at property networ...

Simon talks about why it might be wise for you to think about why it might be wise to set up a company through which to operate your property investing business, and the main benefits you can reap by doing so. KEY TAKEAWAYS Historically, buying a property in your own name was beneficial, usually for tax reasons. Plus, many more offers would be open in terms of mortgages. In 2015, Section 24 was in...

Deal sourcing is an effective strategy that allows you to find great deals and sell them on for fee. In this episode, Simon tells you how you can make sure you're maximising the income you can make as a deal sourcer. KEY TAKEAWAYS Many use deal sourcing as a way of starting their investment journey as it provides experience, helps you build contacts, and provides you with the income you need in or...

Simon shares a host of simple ideas, designed to help you kickstart your property investing journey, and add momentum now that the holidays are over, so as to make the best of 2022! KEY TAKEAWAYS Reconnect with your goals, and realign with what exactly it is that you wish to achieve. Write down the goals and make them as specific as possible. Knowledge is key. Always invest in yourself and make su...

Simon explains the fascinating concept of "The Million Dollar Racehorse" - the form of care that we should be showing to ourselves in order to help us achieve the most incredible goals in life and business. KEY TAKEAWAYS If you had a racehorse that garnered you huge wins, you would make sure it had the best care, best trainer, best diet. If you are to be a top performer, you must take care of your...

Across the course of the past 27 years, Simon has seen huge success in property investing, but there have also been a fair share of mistakes, some of them costly. To mark this special milestone episode, Simon talks about the property advice he would have given to his younger self all those years ago, in the hopes that you may avoid these costly errors on your own property journey. KEY TAKEAWAYS Tr...

With drastic changes having taken place in the banking world, and interest rates changing due to economic pressures, many investors are wondering what the property investing landscape will look like. In this episode, Simon explains everything. KEY TAKEAWAYS Mortgage rates and interest rates are due to rise sharply. This is why so many experts have advised the securing of remortgages in the past ye...

A property time bomb has been ticking since April 2017, and many investors will be affected when it goes off, and yet if handled correctly, it could provide a huge opportunity for those in the know. In this episode, Simon explains everything... KEY TAKEAWAYS In 2005-2006, many obtained mortgages through self-certification, which essentially meant that no proof of income was required. This was an i...

Having just returned from the USA, and meeting some of the most successful property investors in the game, Simon is here this week to share some of the most powerful learnings he has acquired. KEY TAKEAWAYS The experience and knowledge you can gain from professionals in the investing field, is incalculable and more valuable than any other type of training. Many of the strategies we use in the UK a...

Attending property training events is all very well, but how can you make sure that you're getting everything you can from this empowering opportunities? In this episode, Simon talks about the hacks you can use to make sure you're making the most of the events that you attend. KEY TAKEAWAYS If you do not take notes at events, then you will naturally only absorb about 15-20% of what is being said....

One of the biggest changes faced by most investors is that at some point they run out of their own deposit money, leading them to believe that they. must stop investing. As Simon talks about in this episode, there are several secrets you need to know about raising private finance, in order for your investing journey to continue.   KEY TAKEAWAYS   When using other people's money, you need to be far...

Simon talks about the definition of financial independence, and discusses what it should mean to you, and why you may be closer to it than you may think. KEY TAKEAWAYS Financial independence is the art of creating an alternative income that means you don't have to work for a living. This means you're not dependant on someone else in order to pay the bills. The first step towards independence is to...