The Essential Property Podcast

Welcome to the Essential Property Podcast. In episode 54, hosts Amanda Woodward & Paul Samuda  continue with the new style semi-digital episode, this time talking about how Labour's budget is hurting the UK economy.  They have researched the impact of landlords and business owners along with the reaction of the Bank of England.    We hope you enjoy this episode, let's check it out.    Essentia...

Welcome to the Essential Property Podcast. In episode 53, hosts Amanda Woodward & Paul Samuda  continue with the new style semi-digital episode, this time researching the US elections and the recent Donald Trump Victory.  They have researched the impact of the American election and how a Donald Trump win impacts the UK and wider property market.    The global markets are closely linked and the...

Welcome to the Essential Property Podcast. In episode 52, host Amanda Woodward continues with the new style semi-digital episode, this time sharing insights into the coaching clients they work with.  Whether it be assisting with your first deal, or reviewing an established portfolio for an experienced investor, they are sharing a snapshot of the success of their coaching and advisory clients in St...

Welcome to the Essential Property Podcast. In episode 51, host Amanda Woodward introduces a new style semi-digital episode reviewing the last 24 hours and the Autumn Budget from Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves.  In this episode review, we cover the £40 Billion Tax Raising Autumn Budget and have included the well reported headline tax increases along with some of the other tax changes that are not...

Welcome to the Essential Property Podcast. In episode 50, host Amanda Woodward introduces a new style episode that we are calling a Deep Dive with Property Friends. Today's episode takes a deep dive into Labour's Renters Rights Bills and covers all the items the government will be introducing from a tenant perspective along with the implication for landlords.  From the removal of section 21, the c...

Welcome to the Essential Property Podcast. In episode 49, host Amanda Woodward introduce a new style episode that we are calling a reflection with friends. With the new government now firmly in play, this episode reflects back our predictions of Episode 43 - Pauls Political Position! and what we thought would happen should the labour party come into power. Today's episode also references the prime...

Welcome to the Essential Property Podcast. In episode 48, host Amanda Woodward interviews experienced Property Investor Keith Firmin. Listen to Keith share his insights on the subject of finding Direct To Vendor (DTV) property deals having moved from the South of the country to the North West to build his property portfolio. Keith has developed a niche strategy to speak directly to homeowners who...

Welcome to the Essential Property Podcast. In episode 47, hosts Paul Samuda and Amanda Woodward, cover the summer of 2024 and the important updates in the property market.  Listen to Paul share his insights in light of the recent government change and the Labour attitude to business and investment. Paul shares the positive effect of a reduction in interest rates and how a change in planning legisl...

Welcome to the Essential Property Podcast. In episode 46, host Amanda Woodward dives into "Not Just a Letting Agent," where she explores the multifaceted world of property management. Learn how Essential Management handles everything from deal sourcing and refurbishments to joint ventures, compliance & inspections, offering a comprehensive solution to landlords' diverse needs. Discover real-li...

Welcome to the Essential Property Podcast. In episode 45, hosts Paul Samuda and Amanda Woodward, with a combined 45 years of experience in the property market, explore the intricate relationship between politics and the residential property market. Join Paul and Amanda as they focus on how international political events influence the domestic market. They provide valuable insight into how disturba...

In this informative episode of the "Essential Property Podcast", experienced property experts Paul Samuda and Amanda Woodward dive into the in-depth world of property finance. They cover pressing topics like mortgage applications, calculating total costs, property valuations, and contract renegotiations. With timely examples and clear-cut advice, they bring clarity to complex subjects, providing i...

In Episode 43, Paul Samuda talks about his favourite subject, Politics! In this episode Paul & Amanda cover the Governments flip flopping U-turns on No-Fault Evictions via the section 21 notice and what they have planned to replace it. Paul shares his concerns on how the court system makes a mockery of the legislation if it can't be enforced.  They talk about the implementation of a register f...

In Episode 42, Amanda Woodward takes a deep dive on the compliance and fire safety required to safely operate a House of Multiple Occupation (HMO).  Covering Gas, Electric, Fire Alarms, Emergency Lighting, PAT Testing & Fire Risk Assessments.  This is a very important area for HMO landlords across the country, not just local to Stoke on Trent & Crewe. Whether you are self managing or using...

In Episode 41, Amanda Woodward shares the episode highlights on the 3rd Birthday of The Essential Property Podcast.  An idea which started during the Covid Lockdown in 2021, we now have 40 episodes, lots of relevant content and an array of special guests featured on the Podcast.  This episode is a 20 minute recap of the last 40 episodes so you can pick and choose those most relevant to you, or rem...

In Episode 40, Paul Samuda shares the highlights and lowlights of 2023 and makes predictions for the property market for 2024.  Paul talks politics and the the impact of the likely change in Government next year. He talks about the 3 major u-turns made and how this helps UK property investors. Sharing his market predictions for 2024, and how both new and small portfolio landlords can benefit as we...

In Episode 39, Amanda Woodward interviews Wendy Whittaker-Large on the recent change to Council Tax legislation for HMO Landlords across the country.  Wendy is a property investor, business owner and in recent years a campaigner, supporting the rights of HMO landlords across the country to have one annual council tax for their property, and NOT multiple council tax bills where the property is band...

In Episode 38, Amanda Woodward follows up with Blog #5 with a live update on Project 'One B', now officially know as One Battison One Battison official opened in August 2023 and the building is looking absolutely fabulous! Amanda walks through the final steps needed to open the property and the general theme for the project which is to 'know your stuff' and to challenge your advisors to get the ve...

In Episode 37, Amanda Woodward & Paul Samuda follow up with Blog #4 with a live update on Project 'One B'.  'OneB' is a large HMO development in Stoke on Trent, starting January 2023 and as of July '23 the end if very near.  Recorded from Singapore, Amanda & Paul remotely manage the final part of the project whilst visiting a number of landlords partners living in Singapore and investing i...

In Episode 36, Amanda Woodward & Paul Samuda follow up with Blog #3 with a live update on Project 'One B'.  'OneB' is a large HMO development in Stoke on Trent, starting January 2023, the second fix as of June 2023 is now in full swing with the end in sight.  In this episode, Amanda & Paul walk through the process from strip out to first fix, and then the process involved to prepare for se...

In Episode 35, Amanda Woodward & Paul Samuda follow up with Blog #2 with a live update on Project 'One B'.  'OneB' is a large HMO development in Stoke on Trent which after a year in Planning has now been granted approval and ready for conversion. In this episode, Amanda & Paul share the decision making process to start the refurbishment, in spite of rising inflation and building costs. The challen...

In Episode 34, Amanda Woodward interviews Eco Expert David Hilton, from Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine just as the magazine starts a UK tour as  Home Building & Renovating Show.  In this practical episode, David shares his vast knowledge on how to efficiently heat your home, reduce energy usage and save costs. His valuable tips help both home owners & landlords, particularly those providing 'a...

In Episode 33, Paul Samuda & Amanda Woodward talk about the hot topic of 'HMO Council Tax By The Room'.  In this episode, Paul & Amanda discuss the current consultation taking place to review the Government & VOA (Valuation Office Agency) plans for HMO Council Tax. They discuss how they believe Council Tax should be charged for HMOs and the effects that the outcome will have in the property rental...

In Episode 32, Amanda Woodward kicks off something brand new for The Essential Property Podcast. The first 'live deal blog' for new development project named 'OneB'.  'OneB' is a large HMO development in Stoke on Trent which after a year in Planning has now been granted approval and ready for conversion. In this episode, Amanda shares how a fortuitous meeting with an Electrian, led to negotiations...

In Episode 31, Amanda Woodward takes you through her process on building a 2023 Property Business Plan.  Amanda shares the Top 10 areas that every property investor should include in their 2023 business plan along with some insights as to what is included in hers.  Amanda offers to help listeners with business planning for 2023 to ensure you have a plan to succeed over the next 12 months.   Downlo...

In Episode 30, Paul Samuda & Amanda Woodward look back at 2022 and review the market and the current status as we finish the year.  Paul and Amanda talk about the rise of supporting living and the need to take on more landlord houses to support that. They share the mindset needed to succeed in the current market and how below market value acquisitions and rental increases help property investors s...