The Property Podcast

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Josh and Alexandra ask Rob & Rob...How should I use previous sold prices in my research? PLUS: Can I get JV funding without giving away part of my company?... ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone a...

Late last year in episode 249 we made our predictions for 2018.   We harnessed all our psychic ability to glimpse into the future to look at which cities would enjoy the highest growth, what would happen to London or would interest rates rise.  We were even bold (or foolish) enough to predict the future of Bitcoin.   Now that we’re at the halfway point in the year, it’s time to see if our predicti...

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, two listeners ask Rob & Rob...How should I invest half a million pounds? PLUS: Will Brexit wreck the property cycle? ... ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call...

We came across this really interesting article at the very excellent landlordlawblog.co.uk and knew we had to talk about it.   We can’t stress enough how important it is to have the right people in your team.  The people who look after your building work, do your conveyancing and provide you with finance options.  The people who manage the properties in your portfolio are no exception.   There are...

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Mick & Gordon ask Rob & Rob...What's the best point in the 18 year property cycle to remortgage? ... ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if...

This could be the opportunity that changes your life.  If you’re looking for a career in property, this episode is essential.   We are looking for an apprentice to be mentored by Rob B.  A rare opportunity like this only comes about once in a blue moon.   In this episode, we’ll explain what the role is, what you can expect to learn and what you’ll be doing on a day to day basis.  This is certainly...

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Guy & Caroline ask Rob & Rob...What is considered a good yield? Plus: What do I need to be aware of when buying a prefab? ... ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK...

Over the last couple of episodes, we’ve been discussing the economy as a whole and how that relates to the 18 year property cycle.   In episode 269 we laid the groundwork by breaking down the very excellent “How The Economic Machine Works” by Ray Dalio (and again, if you haven’t seen it, we highly recommend you check it out!)   Then for Episode 270 we took a year by year look at the 18 year proper...

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Abby & Bryony ask Rob & Rob...How do I avoid getting cut out of the deal when sourcing? PLUS: Is it time to call in the professionals?... ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035...

In the last episode we broke down the phenomenal video by Ray Dalio: “How The Economic Machine Works” (and again, if you haven’t seen it, we highly recommend you check it out!).   This week, we follow that up with one of the most requested episodes we’ve ever had - a year by year break down of the 18 year property cycle.  We’ll discuss how it aligns with what Ray Dalio talks about, we’ll take a lo...

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Adam & Gareth ask Rob & Rob...How does yield change throughout the 18 year property cycle? PLUS: My property made £100k in 4 years...now what?... ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 8...

When investing in property, understanding how the economy works is just as important to your long term success as finding your target area, gaining finance or doing building work.   And few people understand how the economy works better than Ray Dalio.  Among numerous other things, Ray is a billionaire investor, hedge fund manager and philanthropist.  He’s also the creator of the absolutely brilli...

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, two listeners ask Rob & Rob...Should I remortgage now, or wait? PLUS: How do I know what's next in the property cycle... ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call...

Interest rates are in the same place now as when we first began the podcast 5 years ago!  Even though they’re at the same level now, a lot has changed in that time. In this episode, we have a look at what’s happened over the last 5 years, we have discuss what’s changed and we help you decide what to do next. NEWS THIS WEEK It’s a great week for news, for 2 reasons.  First, it means one of our pred...

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, two listeners ask Rob & Rob... Can I buy at auction through a limited company? PLUS: Will I qualify for a buy-to-let mortgage?... ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal...

It’s been 5 years since we started this podcast!  It’s hard to believe. So much has changed in that time too.  In this episode we have a look at the 5 biggest changes to property investment since we began.  We also have a flash back to episode 1 - you have been warned. NEWS THIS WEEK Surprisingly the government are in the news again this week.  They’ve just announced a load of reforms. We have a l...

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Gary and Anthony ask Rob & Rob... How do you figure out where to invest in a new country? PLUS: Whose name should be on the insurance?... ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035...

We get asked about buying off-plan all the time, so this week we dig into the archives to revisit one of our earlier episodes. We look at what off-plan means.  We discuss the potential risks and rewards.  And we reveal how Rob B personally lost money on a deal, despite his knowledge of the sector. JOIN THE CONVERSATION OVER IN THE FORUM Share your stories with us - Join the conversation in the for...

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Paddy and Gary ask Rob & Rob... 2 year vs 5 year fixed mortgages? Plus: How to network when based overseas?... ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates appl...

For the past couple of episodes, we’ve been following some Hubbers on their property journey.  We’ve learnt how they started, what they’re up to now and where they want to get to. They’ve shared their challenges and also their successes.   In this episode, we asked each of them one follow up question.  “What’s the one thing you wish you knew at the beginning of your journey?” JOIN THE CONVERSATION...

It's time for another question in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, one listener asks Rob & Rob... a question about the 18-year property cycle... ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a...

Last week, we introduced you to 3 Hubbers on their property journey. This week, we’re going to hear from another 3. Steve, Chris and Ian B will all share their stories. We’ll find out where they’re at, what challenges they’ve faced and what successes they’ve had. We absolutely loved hearing their stories and we hope that it’ll not only motivate and and inspire you, but will show you that you are n...

It's time for another question in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, one listener asks Rob & Rob... Should I rent or buy a property when I don’t know where I’ll be based in two years? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or...

This week’s episode is very special as it marks 5 years since we began The Property Podcast.   For 5 years we’ve tried to educate as many people as possible.  We’ve spoken about location, strategy, running the numbers, tax, finance and much more.  This week however, we wanted to hear from you.   We’ve been in touch with some Hubbers and we’re going to hear their stories about their own property jo...

It's time for another question in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Lauren asks Rob & Rob... a follow up question from last Thursday's Property Podcast - Does Property Double Every 10 Years? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates app...