The Property Unleashed Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Most rent-to-rent failures start before the contract is signed—by chasing the wrong type of property with the wrong plan. We pull back the curtain on how to find cash flow quickly without sinking money into someone else’s asset, and why converting buy-to-lets into HMOs is a fast road to delays, compliance headaches, and long paybacks. Instead, we map out a smarter path: target rea...

Send us Fan Mail Want a serviced accommodation playbook that still works when leisure rates dip and the slow season bites? Mark sits down with Emily McTamony to map a practical route from first home and lettings lessons to high-performing SA units, social housing partnerships, and care-provision leases that stabilize cash flow when others scramble. Emily explains why the real winners aren’t the gl...

Send us Fan Mail Creative property investing strategies depend on building strong relationships with estate agents who understand and support non-traditional deals. Success comes from speaking their language, addressing their priorities, and ensuring they get paid for their work. • Estate agents primarily care about getting paid and serving their client (the seller) • Avoid using investor jargon l...

Send us Fan Mail We trace Bolaji’s shift from rocky buy-to-lets and a rogue agent to a focused rent-to-SA strategy powered by solid training, better sourcing, and a dependable operations partner. Cash flow comes first, then diversification into HMOs and creative control tools to build a safer portfolio. • social housing background and first buy-to-lets • council schemes, reliable rent, and a diffi...

Send us Fan Mail Rent-to-rent deals offer landlords guaranteed income, professional property management, and freedom from day-to-day hassles while providing operators significant cash flow potential. This strategy works because it addresses landlords' pain points including void periods, maintenance headaches, and the desire for reliable passive income. • Landlords have specific pain points: s...

Send us Fan Mail Nicola and Matthew Reeves share their transformative journey from professionals working for others to property entrepreneurs building their own investment business. They discuss how their backgrounds in planning, building regulations, and architectural draftsmanship provided the perfect foundation for property success, while emphasizing that mindset growth has been their biggest c...

Send us Fan Mail We explore whether you should buy property outright or use creative strategies like purchase lease options, rent-to-rent, and deal sourcing to build your portfolio. These alternative methods can help you overcome limiting beliefs about needing large deposits to get started in property investing. • Traditional buying requires large deposits, stamp duty, and solicitor fees • Creativ...

Send us Fan Mail We explore the world of property investment strategies focusing on Purchase Lease Options (PLOs), Lease Options, and Purchase Options as powerful tools for controlling property without immediate ownership. Breaking down each strategy's components, benefits, and ideal applications, we demonstrate how these creative acquisition methods can help both investors and tenant buyers...

Send us Fan Mail Exit strategies for property investors require careful planning, especially with impending changes to tenant eviction processes and market conditions. • Importance of buying properties that will be easily sellable in the future • Current process for Section 21 notices when selling with vacant possession • Challenges with tenants on benefits who won't vacate due to council hou...

Send us Fan Mail The path to property success isn't always a straight line. For Dave Denton, it's been a journey of persistent growth while balancing a full-time career in the construction industry. In this compelling conversation with host Mark Fitzgerald, Dave reveals how he built a diverse property portfolio starting with just £28,000 in 1999. Dave's story stands out because he a...

Send us Fan Mail Rob Peters, an experienced mortgage broker, shares valuable insights on property finance strategies, including a unique approach to purchasing blocks of flats with minimal deposits. We dive into current interest rates, specialized mortgage products, and smart approaches to below-market-value properties. • Simple Fast Mortgage specializes in property finance for investors and compl...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt stuck in your property investing journey, armed with knowledge but struggling to take action? You're not alone. In this candid episode, Mark Fitzgerald pulls back the curtain on his newest venture: Education to Action (ETA), a revolutionary community changing how property investors grow and succeed. The greatest challenge in property isn't acquiring kn...

Send us Fan Mail Mark Fitzgerald shares essential knowledge for building a successful serviced accommodation business, covering everything from legal considerations to marketing strategies and property selection criteria.  • Serviced accommodation uses licensed agreements not ASTs, with new agreements needed every 28 days for stays over a month • Understanding your target market (contractors, tour...

Send us Fan Mail The difference between property investment success and failure lies in your response to challenges and your commitment to consistent action. Mark Fitzgerald shares powerful insights on developing the mindset required to build a successful property business regardless of market conditions. • Maintaining momentum when facing roadblocks and challenges is crucial for long-term success...

Send us Fan Mail Rob Peters from Simple Fast Mortgage demystifies property auction financing and provides a comprehensive overview of current mortgage rates and financing options for UK and international investors.  • Simple Fast Mortgage specializes in property finance strategy for UK and overseas investors • Rob brings 23 years of financial services experience and proper qualifications as a regu...

Send us Fan Mail Success in property investing requires focusing on personal growth, not just the workload. We must be patient and understand that building a property business takes time, not days or months. • Focus on the benefits and growth opportunities, not just the work • Push yourself out of your comfort zone by networking and making cold calls • Expect and accept disappointments as part of...

Send us Fan Mail Mark Fitzgerald explores the Renter's Right Bill and essential strategies for property investors to protect their investments amid changing legislation. • The Renter's Right Bill represents the biggest shake-up of the private rental sector in decades, expected to be implemented around October 2023 • Fixed-term tenancy agreements will be eliminated, with all contracts bec...

Send us Fan Mail Mark Fitzgerald shares expert strategies for sourcing property deals through estate agents by building relationships and communicating effectively. He explains how to overcome common obstacles when working with agents while maintaining strong professional connections. • Understanding that agents speak a different language than property investors • Explaining deals in basic terms a...

Send us Fan Mail Effective communication can make or break property investment deals, and mastering four key conversation techniques will help you build stronger relationships and achieve better results. • Become an active listener by giving speakers your full attention and truly understanding their perspective • Use appropriate facial expressions and non-verbal cues to show engagement • Adjust yo...

Send us Fan Mail Success in property investing requires three fundamental rules: showing up consistently, learning from mistakes, and never quitting. These foundational principles separate those who achieve their goals from those who remain stuck in fear and self-doubt. • Show up and execute daily tasks, especially when you don't feel like it • Silence your inner critic (the "easy street...

Send us Fan Mail In this throwback episode, we revisit an inspiring conversation with Nigel Pinder, who shares how he went from corporate burnout to building a thriving serviced accommodation business— all while still working full-time in finance. Through property investing, he's found renewed purpose, improved mental health, and a path toward creating more time for his family. • Nigel's...

Send us Fan Mail Mark Fitzgerald shares crucial insights on how property deal sourcers can distinguish themselves in a crowded market by building investor relationships before pitching properties. The key lies in asking strategic questions about investors' preferences, making notes, and specializing in specific property strategies rather than trying to source every type of deal available. • S...

Send us Fan Mail In this throwback episode Mark Fitzgerald shares his journey from corporate manager to entrepreneur, outlining a practical 12-month strategy for leaving the 9-to-5 grind while building a sustainable business. Taking control of your financial and professional future requires careful planning, focused execution, and a shift in mindset. • Understanding your minimum financial needs is...

Send us Fan Mail Confronting our deepest fears takes tremendous courage, especially when those fears are tied to financial security and self-worth. In this raw and unfiltered episode, Mark Fitzgerald pulls back the curtain on his personal journey from corporate burnout to property entrepreneurship, revealing the doubts and anxieties that nearly held him back from changing his life. After 16 years...

Send us Fan Mail In this classic episode, Mark Fitzgerald unveils the Rent to Rent property strategy—perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to generate income without buying property. This old favourite is packed with practical insights from Mark’s own journey, showing how you can create win-win relationships with landlords and build a successful property business from the ground up. Here’s w...