Wealth Made Simple Podcast

As a property investor, there are skills you must master and Shaz goes through the top 5 key competencies and skills you need to master to become successful in property If you focus on developing your problem solving, networking, logical approach, and always complete detailed due diligence you will be on the path to mastering key skills that will support you as a successful property investor You n...

FREE WEBINAR - https://bit.ly/shazwebinar This is a transformational episode for anyone who wants to get into property  with Shaz sharing his expertise  and experience about what you can do if you have a thousand pounds and want to make property your business You need to be smart about what you do with the money to make it work hard for you and there are multiple ways you can build assets and equi...

FREE WEBINAR - https://bit.ly/shazwebinar” for all episodes until the 7th December Having a mentor can make a huge difference to you in your property journey but you need to make sure you carry out due diligence to make sure you find the right mentor for you You have to look at all the information about a potential mentor to build a picture of what they’re like and make a decision about whether th...

FREE WEBINAR - https://bit.ly/shazwebinar” for all episodes until the 7th December   Shaz looks at what really makes the difference between success and failure in property and shares great content on what you need to do to be someone who is a successful property developer From mindset to building a great team around you there are vital elements that Shaz knows from experience you must have if you...

Shaz has made mistakes but learnt along the way and he is sharing more great content and advice that will make a positive difference to other property investors. Using his advice means you can scale and grow more effectively in your property business right from the start and achieve exactly what you want to achieve. These tips are a great way to get started the right way with your property busines...

Shaz gives a great overview and the key information that anyone needs to make a decision about whether a limited company is the right structure to choose for their business There are different business structures available and many people are not aware of the advantages of a limited company structure from being able to plan for inheritance tax to liability. Along with the advantages Shaz also shar...

In episode 133 Shaz looked at the benefits of using a holding company and in this episode, he balances things up with  great content about the possible disadvantages that you should be aware of Review both the benefits and the possible disadvantages and take a holistic view to make a decision about what structure is the best for you and means you can grow and develop your business the way you want...

Shaz looks at what you should consider when you are looking to fund your next car and shares informative content that may change your next car choice There are a huge number of factors to consider when choosing a car and your choice may be influenced by your company structure when you look at the tax implications This is a great listen if you want an overview of the most effective ways to purchase...

Do you want an accountant who helps you to achieve what you want to achieve? Shaz goes through a comprehensive list of twenty great points that you need to consider when you are looking for the right accountant for you. Your accountant is a hugely important advisor so finding someone who is able to offer the services you need and help you to achieve your goals and aspirations is key Listen in beca...

Shaz is asked a lot about holding companies and in this episode explains how a property entrepreneur who is involved in multiple projects can benefit from having a holding company With this structure, it’s possible to move money  without paying tax and lowers risk as different projects in different companies means any challenges only impact one company He also explains how joint venture partners a...

Shaz looks at negotiating and the many factors that influence a property deal, including the motivation of the seller. He shares his strategy for working backwards and great advice about focusing on building a good reputation and good relationships because ultimately this is what will bring in good deals to you.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Negotiating is a skill and dependant on a range of factors If the marg...

Now Shaz works on larger projects he always has a quantity surveyor involved and in this episode, he looks at why using a quantity surveyor whether your project is large or small is something you should be doing From estimating the costs of a project through to managing disputes a good quantity surveyor is an expert in their field and can give you peace of mind across both large and small developm...

What they are and how they can reduce your tax bill? In this informative episode, Shaz provides the answers and explains why capital allowances are one of his favourite tax allowances. Capital allowances can make a huge difference particularly when you are buying commercial property but can be effectively used in a range of situations. If you want to know if you can claim then this is a must-liste...

Adding value to a property is one of the most important things you can do and makes great financial sense whether you are renting or selling it. Shaz shares five great ways you can easily add value to any property whether you are looking for tenants or looking to sell   KEY TAKEAWAYS If you are serious about property you should be serious about adding value to any property It makes good business s...

Shaz explains how no money down deals work and why it was a game-changer for him. When you are working with other people’s money you must fulfil the promises you make and be good at communication but if you can do this it’s a strategy that can work brilliantly for everyone involved Listen in and hear about both the prose and the cons from someone who has successfully used no money down multiple ti...

In this episode, Shaz explains why you should use always use a planning consultant. Often architects know something about planning but they are usually not experts so a planning consultant is worth their weight in gold They can work with your architect and liaise with the planning officer to get the best outcome and with their expertise knowledge about planning policy, it’s cost-effective because...

Shaz looks at why a pre-year-end meeting is so important and explains how it can be used to look at tax efficiency and what you can do to reduce possible tax payments when you get to your year-end. He also explains how a face to face with your tax expert is about analysis and preparation for the next year to make sure you are as tax efficient as possible KEY TAKEAWAYS If you want to be as tax effi...

This episode is a great listen for anyone new to property as Shaz shares an overview of the most common mistakes and how to avoid them Using this as a checklist will make sure you are asking the right questions and making sure your numbers stack up so any deal you make is the right one for you   KEY TAKEAWAYS Especially in the early days people buy a property because it’s cheap and don’t do the re...

Shaz is currently involved in a project to build forty houses and in this episode, he looks at the vital role of a good project manager. They are the people who control, manage and execute the project bringing together individuals to create a team that can deliver the project within budget and timescale so a good project manager is extremely important and worth their weight in gold on any project....

Could you do with more cash in your business? Shaz looks at some of the best ways to raise cash and explains that it’s all about mindset and knowing what will work for you best with a particular deal. When you know where to look for cash there are a range of different options that can be explored so that you can achieve the financing you want for your deal   KEY TAKEAWAYS It’s about your mindset a...

Shaz answers a question from his Facebook community, entrust property tax experts, where you can find lots of great information being shared on tax and property. The question is one that anyone who is investing in property will want to have the answer to – what are the pros and cons of having a property registered for VAT? Shaz shares great information about what happens and when in the property c...

If the deal works and the finance is there a bridging loan can be a good answer and, in this episode, Shaz explains how and why a bridging loan can be effective in your property investment. If there is a gap in finance, you need to fill, and the numbers work a bridging can be the solution you need, and this is a great opportunity to find out more.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Private bridging serves a purpose...

Shaz shares his top tips on the best way to build a property business based on his own extensive experience. This episode will be a gamechanger for any listener as Shaz shares the tips that really make a difference in building your property business fast and explains why educating yourself, networking and getting out of your own way are key   KEY TAKEAWAYS Invest in educating yourself  regularly t...

Modular housing is popular in America and certain parts of Europe and in this episode, Shaz discusses a current project where they are using modular housing and the benefits of doing this. SIP and timber frame buildings mean work can be completed off-site and impacts significantly on the time needed with Shaz’ current development putting together three houses every ten days. Modular construction i...

Shaz looks at structural warranties and explains why you should be sorting this out at the start of a build if you want to get the best price. Any structural warranty is about protecting against things that can be very costly and if you are looking to finance at the end of the build a lender will usually ask for one, so hear about the right way to source a warranty for the best price in this episo...