The Property Nomads Podcast

Having successfully got through Honduras, we take a week out on Utila where Aaron gets his PADI certificate and Rob goes off to explore the island and enjoy island life.   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? Mo...

In this episode, Rob sits down with Tim Bishop of Bonallack & Bishop solicitor to talk about what he calls “The Legal Sixpack.” The essential documents that every property business owner or developer needs to have in place to safeguard their business. Tim is also a developer, so understands first-hand the potential pitfalls of buying, developing, and running properties. Plus, of course, his work a...

Could we get from Esteli to La Ceiba (Northern Honduras) in 1 day? Or would we end up getting stuck in the most dangerous city in the world, at that time?   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? Fin...

In this episode, Rob once again sits down with Marc Champ of Wharf Financial to discuss the current economic climate. In particular, how what is happening is likely to impact property owners and investors.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Rising rates and inflation are starting to make lenders think twice about lending. Interest in commercial property is growing fast. There have been 50% fewer bridging loan applic...

Looking into an active volcano is impressive. The red, orange, and amber bubbling away is something we will never forget. And those damn New England Patriots are at it again!   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 propertie...

In this episode, Rob speaks with Stefan Tsvetkov, the founder of Realty Quant. A company that brings data-driven and quantitative techniques to the real estate industry. Stefan explains, in-depth, how economic crises impact housing markets. Explaining things like why the crash takes years to pan out and unfolds very differently in overvalued areas than it does in undervalued markets.   They also d...

Always do your border crossings in daylight. We learnt this the hard way between Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Where would we end up? How would we get there? 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? Financia...

In this episode, Rob talks to Richard Black who started his working life as a researcher and then became a reporter and presenter for some of the world's leading TV channels and radio show providers. During that time, he became interested in property development, a passion that he now pursues full time. Over the years, he has tried out many different property development models. In the episode, th...

We enjoy a little bit of luxury in Panama City before having a wild night for New Year and then a come down on Bocas del Toro.   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...

In this episode, Rob sits down to speak to Rachel Ollington who runs her own estate agency business and is also a landlord. Her passion is helping first-time buyers to get on the property ladder, and this is the main subject she and Rob speak about today. Dispelling several myths, as they do so.   They also discuss how to leverage that first home, so you can use it to get involved in property inve...

When getting a boat, make sure you do not drink milkshakes just before you get on. IT WILL END UP IN DISASTER.   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 ma...

In this episode, Rob tries out a new format. One that listeners have been asking for. He shares details of the latest news stories and developments that are likely to impact the property industry over the coming months.   He reviews what is happening with inflation, the war in Ukraine, and potential upcoming issues with food supply. As well as several other things that impact the cost of living an...

The Galapagos is full of fun and entertaining animals. We explore Giant Tortoises in their natural habitat as well as other species unique to the Galapagos. Oh……and Rob gets chased by a pelican.     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...

In this episode, Rob speaks to Laura Darling who is a Group Executive at  Star Group Property, where she works directly with the MD. Laura started her property career, while still at school. She has hands-on experience in most aspects of the property industry. Currently, she is a key part of a team that manages a property portfolio which is valued at £65 million. One that includes commercial as we...

Sorry Guayaquill but you really are the Flagstaff of South America. Hadn’t done a party bus for a few years so Banos seemed like a good place to reacquaint ourselves with drinking and transport 😊   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...

In this episode, Rob speaks to Jake Barlow the founder of the Property Store App, which makes property management simple. They talk through how to run your property portfolio efficiently.  Jake explains how he and his partner successfully built up a property portfolio during the CoVid crisis and while travelling. Something that meant doing most things remotely. An experience that led to the creati...

Normally you do not set out to travel the world to find a future spouse, but you never really know what is going to happen. We also explore the red-light district and 4 seasons in a day on Mount Monserrat which overlooks Bogota.   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....

In this episode, Rob shares his top ten ways to deal with stress, when it builds up. Simple things you can do to reset yourself mentally and help to release the tension that has built up in your body. All of which, if practised regularly, can stop you from reaching the point where you are too stressed out.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Everyone needs to relax and destress. It is highly beneficial. Getting close...

Escobar had come and gone but his memory and imprint in Medellin is in full force. We also happened to be in the right place at the right time again for football. (Surprise, surprise).   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...

In this episode, Rob, and Tim Beecher of BHESCo talk about what is going on with improving the energy efficiency of UK housing stock. In particular, how BHESCo helps property owners to achieve this by taking advantage of the various funding sources.   Much of the podcast is about how the new eco regulations are going to impact landlords and landladies. But they also talk about how homeowners can m...

Even by Rob’s toe-dipping standards, the sea was too hot to get in! Also, find out why you should ALWAYS heed the advice of hostel workers.   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 Marc Champ of Wharf Financial for their monthly property financing and opportunities round up. They talk about which fixed deals currently offer the best value and an unusual trend that is likely to impact mortgage rates.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Strangely, a 10-year fixed rate can be slightly better than a 2-year deal. Marc explains why. Something slightly weird is happ...

Yes, yes, yes, Bull Penis soup really is a thing. Not really a lot to say or do when you have a bull penis staring at you in the face.   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...

In this episode, Rob looks at how to achieve a good credit score, which makes securing the finance you need to buy property a lot cheaper and easier. To do this he speaks to Sho Sugihara who is the co-founder and CEO of PAVE. He is an award-winning app provider that empowers people to improve their current and future financial situation. Doing so by building a better credit score and managing thei...

Sometimes we just do not learn lessons. Seeing the Nazca Lines whilst still remotely high was an experience of a lifetime. Sandboarding and a few regrets are outlined on this part of the trip.   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 y...