The Property Nomads Podcast

In this episode, Rob talks about why if you are going to invest in property projects you must always do your due diligence. He does not name any names but shares examples of how some property gurus misappropriate or lose other people’s money. Then, provide you with some tips to help you to do your homework before actually investing. KEY TAKEAWAYS One company had £43 million of assets but had taken...

For this travel episode, Rob switches from sharing his and Aaron´s historical travel experiences to talking about their more recent adventures. This one, is all about    Rob´s visit to Mexico in 2022. A trip which ended in a proposal of marriage. His 7-week itinerary included spending time in Mexico City, the UNESCO city of Puebla, Oaxaca, Chiapas, San Cristóbal de Las Casas, and Merida, Yucatán....

In this episode, Rob once again sits down with Marc Champ of Wharf Financials to discuss the mini-budget and the impact they think it is likely to have. Particularly on property purchases and those who are involved in the sector. KEY TAKEAWAYS Marc believes two different strategies are being played out, which contradict each other. The Bank of England is trying to leave people with less spare cash...

Surprise! Jaguars and crocodiles can be extremely dangerous animals. When dealing with them, be sensible and don’t do anything too stupid……..ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? T...

In this episode, Rob sits down with Neil Goodrich to finish off their 4-part series about the state of social housing in the UK. They round things up by discussing the many challenges the sector is facing, including some of the changes they are making to navigate what many in the industry are calling the “perfect storm.”Rob uses his EPC expertise to talk through the practicalities of upgrading soc...

We’re back in the Yucatan but this time it is Rob and the future Mrs Property Nomads Podcast. We revisit the same place with the famous LEMON SMELLING sauce – which leads to a case of Montezuma’s revenge. ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success m...

In the 3rd episode of the TPNP UK Housing Association series, Rob and Neil Goodrich sit down to discuss whether they are getting too big and unwieldy. They look at examples of both types of associations to tease out the answer to the question: are housing associations, in the UK, getting too big? As well as using their experience to provide their take on what the ideal size for this type of organi...

From looking like you are NOT lost to learning the local language, we cover our 9 top travel tips in this episode. ABOUT THE HOST  Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time freedom? Rob wants to...

In this episode, Rob once again sits down with Neil Goodrich who has studied and worked in the social housing sector for a decade. He currently works for a medium-to-large housing association and is the former chair of the CIA´s futures board. During this episode, they take a look at whether housing associations are developers or simply providers of social housing. The answer to this question has...

When getting kicked out of a club it is probably not a good idea to take it out on a bus. We also saw a great 3-3 football game and nearly got take-off at the local water park.   ABOUT THE HOST  Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More propert...

In the first of a four-part series about social housing, Rob sits down to speak with Neil Goodrich. Neil is a housing professional who has studied the subject of social housing for a decade. He works for a medium to large housing association in the Midlands, Southwest and East and is the former chair of the CIA´s futures board. He and Rob discuss how the way regulations are changing is impacting t...

It’s incredibly beautiful to have a cenote all to yourself and even better when you finish the day off with probably what was the hottest sauce known to man. Or at least the hottest sauce ever known to Aaron. IT SMELT LIKE LEMONS!   ABOUT THE HOST  Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and form...

In this episode, Rob talks about how proposed changes to the tax rules could benefit accidental landlords. As well as the impact this change is likely to have on the UK property market.   KEY TAKEAWAYS About 40 to 45% of landlords are accidental landlords. They inherit their property. Accidental landlords make up around 20$ of the private rental sector. Being a landlord can be quite daunting. Ther...

The heat in Merida got the better of us but we were able to learn how to make tortillas, visit a train museum (YAY) and also experience the wonders of Chichen Itza.   ABOUT THE HOST  Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More cl...

In this episode, Rob sits down to speak to Sam Watterson the owner of Watts & Co, a Leeds-based Lettings and Property Investment Agency. He is a landlord himself, a podcaster and a mentor that teaches people how to invest in and run all kinds of property businesses. Sam explains how having systems in place and automating as much as possible has enabled his business to grow fast.   He explains what...

Mexico is famed for its cuisine but please be careful of the sauces before putting them on your food. You never know what is going to happen……   ABOUT THE HOST Rob Smallbone the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom...

In this episode, Rob sits down to speak with John – The Expat Property Guy who is also known as the Banksy of podcasting. He is based in Hong Kong but invests in UK property.  John talks about the highs and lows of his journey of investing in property, from abroad. He and Rob discuss HMOs, new builds, the buy-refurbish-refinance model, SA, holiday lets and student accommodation. John also explains...

Visiting the tallest (supposedly) pyramid built by the Maya along with the wonderful complex at Tikal, taught us a lot about the Maya. A truly magnificent sight.   ABOUT THE HOST  Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clien...

In this episode, Rob once again sits down with Marc Champ of Wharf Financials to discuss a couple of recent changes that will have a significant impact on the UK property market. Including, The Bank of England´s plan to scrap the mortgage affordability test.   As well as the story that house prices have defied expectation and hit record highs.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Marc´s customers, who are mainly buyin...

Semuc Champey offered us a lot. Tubing, belly flopping into the river (not recommended) and exquisite rock pools were among some of the crazy activities in this idyllic setting in the heart of Guatemala.   ABOUT THE HOST  Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success...

In this episode, Rob explains why it has been decided to ban no-fault evictions in England as part of the proposed Renters Reform Bill 2022. He looks at both sides of the argument and at how this and other things that have been outlined in the bill are likely to impact both tenants and landlords.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Going through the court system to evict a bad tenant is costly and extremely time-cons...

Watching the sunrise over Lago Atitlan and freezing our knackers off was an enjoyable experience, along with smoking cigars and watching the New England Patriots (yes…. them a lot again) win the Super Bowl against Seattle.   ABOUT THE HOST  Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think...

In this episode, Rob sits down for an in-depth conversation with John – The Expat Property Guy who is based in Asia but still invests in UK property. He and Rob discuss the ins and outs of financing a property. They discuss using angel investors, joint venture partners, friends, and family. As well as the ins and outs of drawing up a contract, working out when to repay an investor, how to find inv...

Our first contact with the Maya. Copan Ruinas, getting ideas for tattoos and taking time to chill out in a lovely part of the world.   ABOUT THE HOST  Rob Smallbone, the host of The Property Nomads Podcast, is on a global mission to guide your success. Success can happen in many ways, shapes, and forms. Think about what success means to you. More properties? More clients? Financial freedom? Time f...

In this episode, Rob sits down to speak with Neil Goodrich, the former chair of the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) Futures. Neil starts by providing a potted history of social housing and housing associations, in the UK. Then, explain the criteria for the right-to-buy scheme. He and Rob then discuss the 2022 Social Housing White Paper. Focusing on what would happen if housing associations we...