#155Did you know that there are 3 billion Google Searches every day? And have you heard of a website called Answer the Public? Answer the Public is a website which listens into data from search engines like Google then quickly cranks out every useful phrase and question people are asking around a keyword.Well I typed in UK property and by far the most common question or variation of a question it returned was basically ‘Is now a good time to buy UK property’?Well I’ve been meaning to create an episode around this question and when I found out that today’s guest Rachael Troughton, host of the The Property Solopreneur podcast has been investing in property for nearly 25 years, I thought she’d be the perfect person to ask. So I did!We typically work with time poor professionals get a good return on their money by investing with us. To schedule a call to discussLeave an honest review of Expat Property StoryJoin our Mailing List to join our WhatsApp  group AND access our 37 Question Due Diligence Checklist AND our 23 Step Guide to Buying Property at Auction AND our Monthly NewsletterFollow the Show on InstagramTell us the one thing you’re struggling with in UK property As a reminder, here are the details of where to meet other Expat Property Investors (For FREE!!!):Hong Kong: The Urban Bakery in the Landmark Building in Central on the first Saturday of each month from 11:30 amDubai: Holiday Inn, Science Park on the first Wednesday of each month (from 7pmSingapore: The Providore at VivoCity on the first Saturday of each month  from 10:30 amKeywords:property investment, credit crunch, financial difficulties, property portfolio, property market, UK property, mortgage interest rates, loan-to-value ratios, real estate advice, property consultation, investment strategies, managing risks, financial planning, diversified investments, part-time landlords, property buyers, seller's market, high interest rates, business sustainability, financial decision-making, tax considerations, limited companies, global financial crisis, property market analysis, real estate market trends, investment opportunities, property investment advice, WhatsApp group chat, financial literacy.

How do you deal with setbacks in your property story? Lots of people talk about how to win, but maybe the real lessons to be found in life and property are about how to deal with, and come back from disappointment. And since we all have setbacks in our property stories from time to time, it often helps to be inspired by those who get up again after getting knocked down. So if you’re looking for inspiration about willpower, determination and resilience, then this is the episode for you.Nicky Russell  went from self-proclaimed 'Van Tramp'  to Blackpool Bungalow Flipper via Casinos, Cleaning and Bulgaria.Download now to hear her amazing story!We also discuss:Targeting potential investment opportunities in the UK due to the aging populationPredicted increase in demand for bungalows due to the aging population's preference for single-story housesBenefits of bungalows in terms of limited refurbishment needs and appeal to various demographicsQuick sales process due to cash purchases and minimal delays caused by solicitors or chainsPotential investment opportunities in properties unsold for a long time and the benefits of further due diligenceSetting up separate companies for trading and holding, and learning about group structures for tax benefits and asset protectionProperty investment education, including attending courses and investing in mentorship programsWe typically work with time poor professionals get a good return on their money by investing with us. To schedule a call to discussLeave an honest review of Expat Property StoryJoin our Mailing List to join our WhatsApp  group AND access our 37 Question Due Diligence Checklist AND our 23 Step Guide to Buying Property at Auction AND our Monthly NewsletterFollow the Show on InstagramTell us the one thing you’re struggling with in UK property As a reminder, here are the details of where to meet other Expat Property Investors (For FREE!!!):Hong Kong: The Urban Bakery in the Landmark Building in Central on the first Saturday of each month from 11:30 amDubai: Holiday Inn, Science Park on the first Wednesday of each month (from 7pmSingapore: The Providore at VivoCity on the first Saturday of each month  from 10:30 amKeywords:property flipping, bungalow refurbishment, real estate investment, property auctions, property refurbishment costs, property sales strategy, property investment seminar, property flipping strategies, property investment education, property portfolio building, limited companies for property trading, property investment opportunities, aging population, bungalow demand, property investment setbacks, expat property investors, property auction due diligence, due diligence checklist, property investment networking, property investment mindset, property investor meetups, property investment angel money, property investment advice, property investment leverage, property investment tax benefits, property investment strategies, property investment funding, property investment setbacks, property investment resilience, property investment success

#125 Have you heard people talking about commercial mortgages and wondered what they’re on about? Or maybe you have a basic grasp of what they are but don’t understand the finer details and would like to know how commercial mortgages work. You'd like to know more about getting a commercial valuation as opposed to getting your property valued on a bricks and mortar basis? Or perhaps you’re looking for tips and tricks to avoid those frequently dreaded and often misunderstood down valuations. Well, if any of that sounds like you, this two-part special is most definitely for you as today’s guest is Martin Smedley of Prospero Finance which is part of the Fairstone Financial Management Group Martin has been arranging finance for over 35 years so what he doesn’t know about investment finance simply isn’t worth knowing. This week, we cover the difference between the two broad types of valuations: commercial and bricks and mortar and the factors that affect whether your lender will give you a commercial valuation. We also touch on how Martin and his team maximise their clients’ chances of securing a genuine commercial valuation. In Part Two, #126 we’ll be looking at ways to influence that valuer to give us as high a valuation as expected. Leave an honest review of Expat Property StoryJoin our Mailing List to join our WhatsApp  group AND access our 37 Question Due Diligence Checklist AND our 23 Step Guide to Buying Property at Auction AND our Monthly NewsletterFollow the Show on InstagramTell us the one thing you’re struggling with in UK property We typically work with time poor professionals get a good return on their money by investing with us. To schedule a call to discuss As a reminder, here are the details of where to meet other Expat Property Investors (For FREE!!!):Hong Kong: The Urban Bakery in the Landmark Building in Central on the first Saturday of each month (Saturday S6th October, 2023) from 11:30 amDubai: Holiday Inn, Science Park on the first Wednesday of each month (Wednesday 4th October, 2023) from 7pmSingapore: The Providore at VivoCity on the first Saturday of each month (Saturday 6th October, 2023) from 10:30 am Keywords: Martin Smedley, contractors, property expectations, hotel comparison, clean property, train station access, parking, Expat Property Guy, reverse engineering, mortgage choice, lender, valuer, property valuation, comprehensive summary, interview, property influence, Berlin, Exotic Listener location, WhatsApp group, expat UK property investors, 6-month rule, vanilla lending market, bridging loan, refinancing, Land Registry, refurb costs, borrowing time, interest rates, valuers, commercial mortgages, HMOs, East Midlands. 

#108 To be a successful UK Property Investor you need to be buying in areas with good employment prospects, expected population growth and solid infrastructure.Preston ticks all those boxes. Local employers include British Aerospace, Amazon and Lancashire County Council  not to mentionthe development of the Cyber Warfare Centre bringing 5,000 new jobs to the area, Preston is booming.But deciding on an area is only half the battle when investing remotely. You have to find a good letting agent to manage your investment.Matt Eastham runs Easthams & Co Residential Lettings. Matt is a passionate investor who believes in the power of sharing knowledge. Rather than charging sourcing fees or trying to make a profit, Matt is committed to helping others by freely sharing his expertise.He knows that if he provides good local knowledge for overseas investors, they will want him to manage the property on their behalf.Matt represents a good case for reverse engineering the property investment process by starting with a letting agent.During the episode, we discuss:Dodgy new build off-plan developmentWhy Preston is booming!Serviced Accommodation opportunities in PrestonThe types of property in high demandWhat questions to ask your lettings agentThe importance of a thorough tenant referencing processTo Join our Mailing List to access our 37 Question Due Diligence Checklist; our 23 Step Guide to Buying Property at Auction and our Monthly NewsletterEasthams & Co Residential LettingsEpisode #7: Like Clockwork featuring Helen Godbold-EadeTo Follow the Show on InstagramTo leave an honest review of Expat Property StoryTo tell us the one thing you’re struggling with in UK propertyKeywords:trustworthy independent local agent, property investing, due diligence, financial loss, house purchase, bad tenants, capital appreciation, single lets, serviced accommodation, yield, capital growth, target market, precedents, regeneration, inward migration, terraced properties, location, maintenance, slush fund, housing demand, cyber warfare center, contractors, lettings agents, tenant referencing, property prices, rebalancing, National Cyber Force, mailing list, freebies, Matt Eastham.

#100 To celebrate our 100th episode, I reflect on the story so far and offer a compilation of ten of my favourite clips from the first 99 episodes that collectively sum up the story so far. If you want to learn about investing in UK property, this episode condenses the lessons learned from all my amazing guests so far. And there’s a nostalgic nod to past features such as Monopoly Challenge, Postcode Challenge and guests’ jokes. If you’re an expat or not, this is a property podcast episode not to be missed!Hong Kong Meetups take place on the first Saturday of each month from 11:30 am at the Urban Bakery in the Landmark Building in Central.Dubai Meetups take place on the first Wednesday of each month from 7pm onwards at the Holiday Inn, at or in or on Science Park in Dubai .Singapore Meetups take place on the first Saturday of each month from 10.30am @ the Providore (at VivoCity). To Join our Mailing List to access our NewsletterTo leave an honest review of Expat Property StoryTo tell us the one thing you’re struggling with in UK propertyKeywordsexpat property story podcast, feedback, suggestions, grow a network, learn from guests, scale property business, weekly podcast, widely listened, property portfolio, student HMOs, flats, serviced accommodation units, family home, challenges, previous podcast episodes, discontinued features, guest joke, Manchester, Liverpool, smaller developments, high rise flats, customization, new build developments, historical context, deterioration, overpriced properties, rental prices, post code challenge, buying property, auction season, due diligence, cash buyers, expanding network, management companies, book direct playbook, referrals, top 20% guests, business model, total returns, discounts, compound interest, trust, research on people, property education, networking, motivated sellers, remote property investing, online networking meetings

#89Adam Lawrence has an MA in Philosophy, Politics and Economics from Oxford University and has also been involved in more than 500 property deals in the last decade. You could call him a Propernomist! On this episode of Expat Property Story, we discuss the importance of population growth forecasts and due diligence when investing in property.  Adam also shares his ‘crumb style approach’ to testing new partnerships and explains the importance of being part of a community in the property industry. And we explore the role of meticulous research and strategy in achieving above-average returns as an expat UK property investor. Tune in to hear more about these topics and the importance of being a prudent manager of risk in the property industry. This is another MUST LISTEN episode.  To Join our Mailing List To leave an honest review of Expat Property Story Partners in Property Facebook GroupTo follow Adam’s Sunday Supplement To listen to Adam’s Desert Island Property DiscPopulation growth forecasts, due diligence, property partnerships, community building, industry experts, expat struggles, capital growth, rent roll, property investment, demographics, property data, leverage, risk management, property buying methods, control vs. delegation, relationship building, backup plans, property portfolios, refurbishment expenses, interest rates, managing assets, property investment strategy, word of mouth recommendations, company filings, liquidation events, fracturing marketplaces, institutional ownership, rental culture, total returns, pandemic risks, compound interest, business partnerships, reading people, meticulous research, real estate trusts, property networking, expat banking, solutions through networks.

#81 Are you an expat property investor with a full time job? Do you wish there were more hours in the day? Are you able to make the most of the hours available to you? Systemising your UK property business not only creates efficiencies but also enables other people to share the workload. Helen Turner is the co-founder of COHO, an all-in-one property management software specifically built for HMOs. Helen shares some tips around putting processes in place to optimise the performance of your property business. Document storage, mastering your calendar and getting the most out of XL are three of the topics touched upon in this episode. And Harry Styles makes an appearance as Helen's Desert Island Property Disc. Find out why...Subscribe to our mailing list. To leave an honest reviewMark’s Desert Island Property Disc So… Don’t be shy! Get in touch!