The Property Nomads Podcast

Rob discusses the government's plans to introduce new controls on holiday lets starting from the summer. The aim is to make housing more affordable for local residents, but Rob questions whether these measures will effectively address the issue, highlighting the importance of increasing the supply of housing as a long-term solution to the housing crisis.  KEY TAKEAWAYS The government is looking to...

Rob examines into the recent announcement by Michael Gove regarding the ban on no-fault evictions by the next election. With a critical eye, he questions the government's motives behind this decision, suggesting it may be driven by a desire to secure votes rather than genuinely improving the rental system.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Government's Motive for Banning No-Fault Evictions: Robquestions the governme...

Rob looks into the repercussions of rent controls in Scotland, highlighting the imminent challenges faced by tenants and landlords alike. He dissects the government's decision to implement price controls and the subsequent impact on the housing market.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Rent controls in Scotland are set to expire in April, leading to potential rent hikes and mass evictions. The imbalance between hous...

Rob looks into the government's plans to scrap size limits for heat pumps and electric car chargers, highlighting the potential impact of these changes on noise pollution and the challenges faced by homeowners in installing heat pumps.  KEY TAKEAWAYS The government are planning on scrapping size limits for heat pumps and electric car chargers under new government plans. The government are looking...

Rob delves into the declining trend of construction cranes in the US and its potential implications for the commercial property sector. With a critical eye, he highlights the significance of this shift, suggesting that it may signal challenging times ahead for the economy.  KEY TAKEAWAYS The decline in construction cranes in major US cities signals potential challenges in the commercial property s...

Rob dissects the recent UK inflation figures and shedding light on the discrepancies in the reported data, unraveling the flaws and limitations of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and mainstream media's portrayal of inflation.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Rob highlights the limitations of the reported inflation figures, pointing out that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) does not account for essential expenses like...

Rob delves into the pressing issue of social housing and its impact on health. The episode begins by discussing the Housing Ombudsman's call for a reestablished link between housing and health, shedding light on the alarming statistics surrounding the conditions of social housing. Rob expresses frustration at the lack of mainstream media coverage on the topic, emphasising the severity of the situa...

Rob discusses the recent changes introduced by the government regarding planning permission and permitted development for solar panels. He explains that homeowners can now install solar panels on their roofs without going through the lengthy process of planning permission, but only under certain circumstances. However, there are limitations to this new rule, as it only applies to flat roofs, which...

Rob highlights three new net zero measures introduced by the government that may impact landlords and homeowners. The first measure is an increase in the grant for boiler upgrades, specifically for heat source pumps, from £5,000 to £7,500. However, Rob questions the effectiveness of this grant considering the high cost of installing heat pumps. The second measure is the delay of the ban on install...

Rob discusses the current situation in the Scottish housing market where Scottish councils are proposing to raise rents by as much as 8.4% to cover their costs, while private landlords are constrained by rent caps. Rob highlights the unfairness of this situation, as landlords face high mortgage rates and are unable to take advantage of the rent cap loophole. The episode explores the consequences o...

Rob talks about the three essential reasons why rents are rising, challenging the mainstream media's portrayal of landlords and delving into the economic factors driving the increase in rents.  KEY TAKEAWAYS One of the main reasons for rising rents is the decrease in supply caused by landlords leaving the market. This imbalance between supply and demand leads to an increase in rental prices. Acces...

Rob discusses the recent scrapping of the new energy efficiency rules for rental properties in England, highlighting the impact this decision has on property portfolios and the rental market. Rob explains that the implementation of energy efficiency rules created uncertainty and led to landlords selling off their properties, reducing the housing supply and contributing to rent increases. While the...

Rob is joined by Chris Grant, an experienced property investor with a portfolio worth over £10 million. Chris shares his journey in the property industry, from starting as an estate agent to building his own portfolio through flips and investments. The focus of the episode is on the topic of rent-to-rent and rent-to-rent service accommodation, which Chris refers to as a ticking time bomb. He highl...

Rob interviews Kevin Whelan, an economist, author, and founder of Wealth Builders. Kevin is an expert on SSAS pensions and shares valuable insights on tax-efficient pension strategies. He explains the difference between a SSAS and SIPP's, highlighting the benefits of using a SSAS to build wealth and become financially independent. Kevin discusses various strategies, such as the buy, borrow, and br...

Rob and special guest, guest Sarah Poynton-Ryan discuss debt reduction, debt management, and Sarah's personal journey from financial struggles to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the property industry. Sarah shares her experiences of starting a photo booth business, facing debt and business challenges, and ultimately finding success through property investment. She emphasises the importance o...

Property investor Mark Winship of Gateway Accommodation shares his journey from elite sports coaching to property investment. Mark discusses how his background in coaching tennis and performance coaching has influenced his approach to property. He explains the concept of apart hotels, which are converted guest houses that offer self-catering facilities and automated self-check-in. Mark also shares...

Rob is joined by Marc Champ of Wharf Financial, to discuss their predictions for the year 2024. They start by highlighting the positive signs in the property market, such as reduced interest rates and increased activity. They also mention the expectation of a decrease in the base rate and the potential impact of political events on the economy. They then go through a series of predictions, includi...

Rob talks about the growing national debt in the UK and its potential consequences, drawing parallels between the current situation and the financial challenges faced by Britain in the 1970s. Rob highlights the unsustainable path of increasing debt, rising inflation, and mounting public debt, and discusses the possibility of a debt reset and the potential return to a gold standard.  KEY TAKEAWAYS...

Rob shares various strategies and actions that listeners can take to improve their financial well-being in the coming years, and explores two assumptions: one for listeners who have no property and suggest acquiring property as a first step towards building wealth and security, and another assumption for those who already have a buy-to-let portfolio and encourage diversification into other propert...

Rob delves into the key differences between landlords and property investors, highlighting three main areas of distinction: role and focus, income generation, and involvement and time commitment. Landlords primarily focus on property management and rental income, while property investors have a broader spectrum of investment strategies. Landlords rely on rental payments as their main source of inc...

Rob talks about the surprising trend of countries, including Poland, buying large amounts of gold, focussing on the potential reasons behind this, such as a shift towards a new gold standard and the need for countries to meet the gold to GDP ratio requirement set by the EU.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Poland's central bank has been aggressively buying gold in recent years, with the goal of bringing its gold to...

Rob is here to wish you a very happy new year, and three interesting facts about January 1st, including the introduction of the Julian calendar, the first time the Union Jack flag was flown in Dublin, and the overthrow of a Cuban dictator... KEY TAKEAWAYS Rob shares three random facts about January 1st, including the use of the Julian calendar in 45 BC, the first flying of the Union Jack flag in D...

Rob is joined by Marc Champ of Wharf Financial to discuss their predictions for 2023. They review their previous predictions, which included topics such as bridging finance, Bank of England rates, inflation, house prices, and the future of nuclear energy. They also assess the accuracy of their predictions and discuss the current state of the market... KEY TAKEAWAYS Bridging finance has not dissipa...

Rob shares three funky Christmas facts, including the origin of the word "Christmas," the tradition of hanging stockings, and the history behind Boxing Day. He's also here to wish listeners a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! KEY TAKEAWAYS The term "Christmas" is a contraction of "Christ's Mass," derived from Middle English and Old English phrases. The tradition of hanging stockings comes from...

Rob is here to discuss a potential mortgage liquidity crisis that is brewing in the commercial property sector. Rob explains that the shift towards remote work has left many office spaces empty, decreasing their value and creating challenges for landlords and property owners. This crisis could have significant impacts on mortgage lending, interest rates, and portfolios... KEY TAKEAWAYS A mortgage...