The Property Podcast

TPP182: Is property really better than a pension?

08 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

It's no surprise that we're big believers in the long-term power of property...but we were surprised when the Bank of England's Chief Economist said ...

ASK54: Do you have a target net yield and have you invested in a property that falls below this?

06 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This is a commonly asked question - basically 'how good is good enough'. The answer is different for everyone as Rob D points out, as everyone has a d...

TPP181: Is UK property unaffordable?

01 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Depending on who you listen to, it's either the perfect time to invest in property or it's horrendously overvalued and ripe for a crash. This week, w...

ASK53: What is the snowball effect?

30 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Charles... Asks Rob & Rob – What is the snowball effect? Rob B says that from a capital growth point of view, if you...

TPP180: How to buy an HMO

25 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

More than any other type of property investment, the success of an HMO hinges on buying and setting it up right in the first place. We've talked recen...

ASK52: Is it a good idea to buy in multiple different areas?

23 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Rob B starts by reminding you that what may be right for one person, won't necessarily be right for another. There will be pros and cons to each appro...

TPP179: What is quantitive easing (QE) and how does it affect property?

18 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Quantitative Easing: hard to understand, even harder to say...and about to have a serious impact on your property investing plans. In this week's epis...

ASK51: What's the catch with student pods?

16 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Sam... Asks Rob & Rob – What's the catch with student pods?   Rob D starts by agreeing that the propositions offer...

TPP178: Finance for limited companies - what you need to know?

11 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Buying property within a limited company is becoming increasingly popular – but when it comes to obtaining mortgages for companies, there are some e...

ASK50: Where are we in the 18 year property cycle?

09 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

On this weeks podcast, Jack asks a cracker of a question - where are we in the 18 year property cycle.  Given that this is one of Rob & Rob's favour...

TPP177: Are you the right type of person to invest in property?

02 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In the course of getting to know hundreds of investors, we've come across a whole cast of characters who probably shouldn't be investing in property a...

ASK49: Are the government trying to force us out?

02 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the brilliantly named Rob, asks a question regarding the build to rent scheme, and how this may impact upon the existing PRS. Asking is thi...

TPP176: How to hire for your property team

28 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're talking about how to hire for your property team – whether it's a property manager, an assistant, a bookkeeper, or just about any ot...

ASK48: Should I pay more for a company mortgage?

26 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, Rob & Rob talk about getting a mortgage when you're not yet a property owner. Rob B says that there are a lot of mortgage lend...

TPP175: Alternative ways to finance a property investment

21 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week it's all about the money, as we explore alternative ways to raise funds for your property investments. We explore the pros and cons of usin...

ASK47: Should I buy my own home or invest in property?

19 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, Rob & Rob discuss the pros and cons of buying a home or an investment property. Tony has been living overseas and is looki...

ASK46: How do I raise the funds to flip?

12 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Brian from Birmingham and his partner are eager to invest and have saved up to buy their first property, but will need some more capital in order to c...

TPP173 Brexit: What next and what can we learn?

07 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

So, Brexit happened...now what? That's the question we attempt to answer in this week's episode. What happens next in general, what happens next for ...

TPP172: What do Rob & Rob do?

30 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Rob & Rob own multiple property businesses as well as their own portfolios...but what do they actually do every day? That's what we attempt to answer ...

Brexit Special

29 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode, Rob & Rob give their immediate reactions to what Brexit means for property investors. We'll be returning to the topic again i...

ASK45: Should I buy a property with a short lease?

28 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Rob and Rob give pointers on how to establish the value of the house with the current lease, the importance of working with a special...

TPP171: Serviced apartments: the next big thing?

23 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re talking about one of the hottest topics in property investment: serviced apartments. Setting up a property as a serviced apartment c...

ASK44: What will happen to mortgage availability as you get older?

21 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Ed asked: What will happen to mortgage availability as you get older? The answer touched upon the fact that the trend is ...

TPP170: How to make HMOs work for you

16 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Many investors are drawn to HMOs by their seemingly high returns, but then deterred (us included) by the amount of work they seem to involve. And ther...

ASK43: How do you handle renovations from a distance?

14 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Steven asked: How do you handle renovations from a distance? A great question! The answer focused on a couple of older Pr...

TPP169: Will property prices double in the next 10 years?

09 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week we unpack the often-repeated claim that property prices double every 10 years. Have they done in the past…and most importantly, can we exp...

ASK42: R&R get told off!

07 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Tim Freeman… Tells off Rob & Rob! The episode this week is all about the Robs’ attitude towards DIY and repair, and li...

TPP168: The disappearing middle class

02 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve activated gloom-mode this week to talk about what’s set to become an endangered species in the UK: the middle class. By “middle class” w...

ASK41: How do you start?

31 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Yael asked: How do you start? Not an easy one to answer! The answer, however, starts with sorting your finances. Ultimate...

TPP167: Supply and demand explained

26 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re delving into one of the invisible forces that guides the property market: supply and demand. It’s not the only force that operates...

ASK40: What do you do in a boom?

24 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Paddy asked: What do you do in a boom? Slow and steady wins the race. This question (as many do) refers to the 18-year pr...

TPP166: Auctions! (from The Property Investor Show)

19 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re featuring another interview we recorded at the Property Investor Show – this time, we’re talking auctions with Rob Marchant from...

ASK39: How will Brexit affect the property market?

17 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Graham asked: How will Brexit affect the property market? A popular question! The answer touched upon the important fact ...

TPP165: Tenants and taxes – interviews with Paul Shamplina (Landlord Action) and Janice Parker (Rita4Rent)

12 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

At the Property Investor Show, we grabbed interviews with experts on two of landlords’ least favourite topics: tenants and taxes. First we spoke to ...

ASK38: Double bill! Can you use a mortgage to buy a flip? (and more!)

10 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Raj & Ruth asked: Does the stamp duty surcharge apply to limited companies, & can you use a mortgage to buy a flip? Two q...

TPP164: What is the Northern Powerhouse all about?

05 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re finding out if there’s any substance behind the buzzword that is the “Northern Powerhouse”. We talk transport links, governmen...

ASK36: Is there a “local” property cycle?

03 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, an anonymous caller asked: Is there a “local” property cycle? Obviously all parts of the UK are moved by the same mac...

TPP163: Live from the Property Investor Show!

28 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week…we’re LIVE! This episode was recorded in front of 150 people at the Property Investor Show…and just to add a little extra pressure, we...

ASK37: Should I pay down my mortgage?

26 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Nik asked: Should I pay down my mortgage? Interest-only mortgages allow you to save up some of the cash flow, and that’...

TPP162: 7 questions to ask yourself before buying your next property

21 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re talking about 7 questions to ask yourself before buying your next property – whether that property is your first or your umpteenth...

ASK35: What’s the best way to find a property mentor?

19 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Chris asked: What’s the best way to find a property mentor? The answer touched upon trying the informal approach. It d...

TPP161: How we get so much done (and you can too)

14 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Podcasts, books, magazines, an events network, a lettings business…for all our faults, we at least manage to get a fair bit done. We often get asked...

Property Investor Show Preview

13 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ASK34: How do I find motivated sellers and BMV deals?

12 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Mark Morris asked: How do I find motivated sellers and BMV deals? An important issue! As with many things in property, th...

TPP160: Should you become a full-time property investor?

07 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re discussing one of the most common ambitions of property investors: quitting their job and being full-time in property. It’s someth...

ASK33: What advice do you have for a new graduate?

05 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Connor asked: What advice do you have for a new graduate? There’s a big answer to this one: education. Educating yourse...

TPP159: Can you invest in property from a distance?

31 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

You might be an expat, you might want to invest in another part of the country, or you might just like to travel a lot. So, can you do that without yo...

ASK32: How do I find the right area for flipping?

29 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Rob asked: How do I find the right area for flipping? Buying to flip is a very different beast from BTL, and you need som...

TPP158: 5 things we did to become better property investors

24 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

We never claim to be the greatest investors in the world, but one thing's for sure – we're a lot better than we used to be. This week we share five ...

ASK31: Do I need to set up a new limited company?

22 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Raj asked: Do I need to set up a new limited company? (And can I use it to avoid paying stamp duty)? Firstly: yes. You do...

TPP157: How to handle a nightmare tenant

18 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Last week we talked about how to manage a property yourself, and the week before that we covered how to let a property yourself. If you do all of that...

ASK29: Should I invest in the UK or abroad?

15 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Mark asked: Should I invest in the UK or abroad? Never an easy decision! The answer hinges – as it often does – on th...

TPP156: How to manage a property yourself

10 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Last week we talked about letting a property yourself – and having done that, you’ll need to manage it effectively too. In this episode, we share ...

ASK28: How do I pay off my interest-only mortgage?

08 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Jacob asked: How do I pay off my interest-only mortgage? With an interest-only mortgage, your debt is never paid down, so...

TPP155: How to let a property yourself

03 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re kicking off a trilogy of episodes about the nitty gritty of lettings. In future weeks we’ll be talking about how to manage a prope...

ASK27: Can I invest in property with no money?

01 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Teetee asked: Can I invest in property with no money? Potentially! The answer talked about how most people aren’t just ...

TPP154: Is property investment still a good idea?

25 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Is property investment still a good idea? It’s a question that hasn’t come up much over the last couple of years – but the recent changes mean w...

ASK26: Are one bed flats a bad investment?

23 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Matt asked: Are one bed flats a bad investment? The answer this week is a little more clear-cut, as it’s a simple one: ...

TPP153: You need to understand the pension crisis!

18 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re in doom and gloom mode once again! Last week it was risks, the previous week it was mistakes…and now we’re tackling the bright’...

ASK25: I need help with floorplans!

16 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Ed asked: I need help with floorplans! The question asks about making the most of the space in a property via floorplans....

ASK24: Is this a good strategy for a newbie?

09 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, John asked: Is this a good strategy for a newbie? This question is specifically about delayed completion – where you pa...

TPP151: When property goes bad! (Our mistakes in property)

04 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re involved in property for any length of time, things will go wrong – and as positive as we are about property, we’ve both made mistakes...

ASK23: What are the pros and cons of new builds?

02 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Dwayne asked: What are the pros and cons of new builds? An age-old debate! The answer touched upon both sides, and of cou...

TPP150: How to create a property strategy, part 3

28 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the final part of our series on creating a property strategy – in which we cover the final decisions that need to be made, and look at transl...

ASK22: How should I structure my new property company?

26 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Mr. Has asked: How should I structure my new property company? The answer started with a big caveat, that The Robs aren’...

TPP149: How to create a property strategy, part 2

21 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week it’s the second part of our strategy series – and we’re diving into the pros and cons of five different investment strategies. We talk...

ASK21: What recommendations do you have for a podcast junkie?

19 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Andy asked: What recommendations do you have for a podcast junkie? The answer has a whole bunch of podcast recommendation...

TPP148: How to create a property strategy, Part 1

14 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Last week we talked about setting goals. Having decided on those goals, the next step is formulating a strategy that allows you to hit them – and th...

ASK20: How should I approach tax planning after the government changes?

12 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, a nameless caller asked: How should I approach tax planning after the government changes? The answer deals with what the ...

TPP147: How to smash your 2016 goals

07 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the time of year when everyone sets goals – but will you be like most people and forget them by February, or be looking back next December wi...

ASK19: How would you invest £100,000?

05 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Chris asked: How would you invest £100,000? A fun one this week! For a more straight down the line response, check out A...

TPP146: 2015 in review, and what’s coming up…

31 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the time to reflect on the year that’s gone by, and plan for the year ahead – and that’s exactly what we’re doing in this week’s epis...

ASK18: Which mortgage should I choose?

29 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Malcolm asked: Which mortgage should I choose? Never an easy decision! The answer touched upon the various ways in which ...

TPP145: Happy Christmas!

24 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week…just a quick Christmas message, from Rob & Rob and a special guest (sort of). We talk about the importance of using this time of year to r...

ASK17: How do I get the best deal out of my tenancy renewal?

22 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Brian asked: How do I get the best deal out of my tenancy renewal? The answer touched upon one area where you can work yo...

TPP144: Our top resources of 2015

17 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

It’s our annual “favourite resources” episode – full of books, podcasts and apps to entertain and educate. Here’s the full list… Books The...

ASK16: How do I pitch a deal?

15 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Alex from Berkshire asked: How do I pitch a deal? The answer touched upon a number of ways to pitch, one being to approac...

TPP143: Where to invest in 2016

10 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve got some money to invest in 2016, where’s the best place to put it? That’s the question we attempt to answer in this week’s episode....

ASK15: Are lease options a good idea?

08 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Roy Faulkner asked: Are lease options a good idea? A lease option, for those who don’t know, is where you agree with a ...

TPP142: Property predictions for 2016 (and a look back at 2015)

03 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

It’s our annual opportunity to make ourselves look silly as we predict what’s in store for the property market in 2016 – and look back at our pr...

ASK14: Should I quit my job and go into property full-time?

01 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Andy from Leeds asked: Should I quit my job and go into property full-time? Firstly you need to put a number on what you ...

TPP141: Special episode: Autumn statement shocker!

30 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

It’s our first non-Thursday episode in the history of The Property Podcast…and it’s brought to you in association with George Osborne! In this s...

TPP140: Lessons learnt from running a letting agent

26 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

It’s being debated endlessly in the media, at property networking events and all the most fashionable dinner parties – so we’re getting in on th...

ASK13: What would you do with £80,000?

24 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Alice asked: What would you do with £80,000? A particularly fun question this week. The answer touched upon the importan...

TPP140: Lessons learnt from running a letting agent

19 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In the summer of 2014, we started a letting agency called Yellow Lettings. Today, we’re sharing the lessons we’ve learnt from the process so far. ...

ASK12: How do I avoid getting ripped off by a builder?

18 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Mike asked: How do I avoid getting ripped off by a builder? The answer talks about using a formal contract to get things ...

TPP139: How to get your property let fast!

12 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

However tasty the yield of the property you just bought, it’s all just a notional row on your spreadsheet until a tenant is in and paying the rent. ...

ASK11: What’s the best company tax strategy?

10 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Ravi from Leicester asked: What's the best company tax strategy? Always a tough question to answer, as accountants themsel...

TPP138: How to talk to your partner about property investment

05 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re listening to this podcast, you must be at least somewhat excited about property investment. But does your partner feel the same way? It’...

ASK10: What questions should I ask at a property viewing?

04 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Chris from Liverpool asked: What questions should I ask at a property viewing? Not an easy question to answer, but there ...

TPP137: How much money do you need to invest in property?

29 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

So, how much money do you need to start investing in property? The answer is “very little”, but the options you can pursue with little money come ...

ASK09: Can I submit my own property tax return?

27 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Tim from Shrewsbury asked: Can I submit my own property tax return? The answer talked about the importance of signing up ...

TPP136: How to get s*** done

22 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

When we meet people and tell them about the podcast, the Hub, the magazine, the meetups, the other businesses we run…they often ask, “How do you g...

ASK08: Where should I invest, North or South?

20 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Alex from Kent asked: Where should I invest, North or South? It’s hard to get specific without knowing exactly what you...

TPP135: Lettings law you need to know

15 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week, nobody’s favourite topic: lettings law! It’s not thrill-a-minute stuff, but it’s important – a lot of changes came in on October 1s...

ASK07: What’s a safe amount to put aside for rental void periods?

13 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Richard from Edinburgh asked: What’s a safe amount to put aside for rental void periods? Ultimately there’s no hard a...

TPP134: Never sell a property?

08 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

“Never sell a property” is the default advice that tends to get dished out to investors, and under many circumstances that makes sense…but it’...

ASK06: Is remortgaging always a good idea?

06 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, James Scott asked: Is remortgaging always a good idea? It’s really important to make sure that you’re making money ea...

TPP133: Why you should be networking (and how to get started)

01 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight, 12 Property Hub Meetups are taking place all across the UK – so we thought we’d dedicate this episode to why you should be networking, an...

ASK05: My tenant is in arrears but wants me to fix it!

29 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, Jane Cooper asked: My tenant is in arrears but wants me to fix it! What should I do? Annoyingly, the answer is that you ...