The Property Podcast
This proven system maps your dream life
What if the key to success in property and life was as simple as getting crystal clear on what you actually want? In today's episode, Rob & Rob explain “dreamlining”: a powerful and proven method to map out your dream life and build a plan to make it real. Get your FREE dreamline spreadsheet here. (0:35) News story of the week. (1:55) What is a Property Dreamline? (5:29) How to set your Dreamline timeframes. (6:20) The key categories… (7:08) Filling out the Dreamline spreadsheet. (7:30) Short-term goal examples. (9:40) Long-term goal examples. (11:05) How to overcome goal-setting blocks. (12:43) Turning your Dreamline into reality. (15:54) Hub Extra. Links mentioned: Tropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder Lifestyle Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Find out more about Property Hub Invest
17 abr 2025 - 16 min 44 s
ASK472: Will we have a recession next year? PLUS: Do I have to pay CGT on this sale?
It’s time for the latest edition of Ask Rob & Rob, so let’s dive right in! (0:36) Dave is contemplating selling one of his properties, but he's also concerned about the possibility of a looming recession. He wants to know Rob & Rob's perspective on the current market and whether a recession is on the horizon. (3:50) Jack had to relocate for work shortly after purchasing his flat back in 2020. During his absence, he got permission from his lender to rent it out. Now that he’s back living in the flat, he’s considering selling and wants to know if there’s any capital gains tax relief for situations like this. Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Send us your question by calling us on 013 808 00035 and leaving a message with your name and question (normal UK call rates apply) or click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. Find out more about Property Hub Invest
15 abr 2025 - 06 min 40 s
The worst areas to invest in 2025
Rob & Rob often talk about the best places to invest in property, but what about the ones you should avoid? Today, they’re ruffling a few feathers as they reveal the worst places to invest in 2025, from weak capital growth to poor fundamentals, they’ll help you steer clear of locations that could lead to costly mistakes. (0:45) New story of the week. (3:05) The worst places to invest in 2025. (4:05) A location to avoid if you’re chasing growth. (5:50) An area where landlords are having a tough time. (8:16) High prices + low returns = bad combination. (10:45) Holiday let spots to avoid. (12:30) Places that lack strong economic fundamentals. (16:44) What you should be doing instead. (18:18) Hub Extra. Links mentioned: How buy-to-let returns stack up after a decade of ownership Sprive Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Find out more about Property Hub Invest
10 abr 2025 - 20 min 08 s
ASK471: What should I do with £30k? PLUS: Will house prices ever get cheaper?
Another Tuesday, another Ask Rob & Rob, and we’ve got two cracking questions lined up this week! (0:40) After years of analysis paralysis, Craig thinks he’s ready to take action. With £30K saved to invest, he wants to know if he should dive into a buy-to-let in a hotspot like Derby or Manchester or should he hold off until he’s saved more cash. What would Rob & Rob do, if they were in his shoes? (4:25) Andrew’s keen to get The Robs’ thoughts on whether house price to earnings ratios will ever return to historic levels, or are today’s levels the new normal? Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Send us your question by calling us on 013 808 00035 and leaving a message with your name and question (normal UK call rates apply) or click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. Find out more about Property Hub Invest
8 abr 2025 - 07 min 22 s
April 2025 Market Update
This month’s market update brings you a major insider scoop, as Rob B reveals the story that’s crippling the construction industry right now and what it could mean for the market and you as an investor. (0:55) Kicking off this month’s market update with house prices... (4:05) Key details from the planning and infrastructure bill. (5:05) Rob B’s huge insider insights revealed… (9:55) What’s the latest on commonhold? (11:02) Let’s get an update on mortgages… (12:29) Interesting research on rental affordability. (14:13) News from the Scottish Parliament. (15:25) Hub Extra. Links mentioned: House prices: Halifax house price index Rightmove house price index Zoopla house price index Building/Commonhold: Guide to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill Commonhold White Paper Mortgages/Rents/Politics: Mortgage lenders slash rates but deals going fast Just 5% of rental homes now affordable for benefits claimants Green politician wants to ban all evictions during winter Hub Extra: AeroPress Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Find out more about Property Hub Invest
3 abr 2025 - 17 min 27 s
ASK470: Help! Which house should I sell? PLUS: Is this auction buy a bad idea?
Happy Tuesday! It’s time for another episode of Ask Rob & Rob, where we tackle your property dilemmas. (0:35) Haley’s planning to relocate and faces a dilemma whether to sell her residential home in Sheffield or buy-to-let property in Brighton to fund the move. With pros and cons for each, plus tax implications, she turns to Rob & Rob for their expert advice. (6:37) Rob’s ready to buy his first property, but after finding one at auction and discovering it has an overage clause, he’s concerned the numbers won’t add up, and asks the guys if it’s a smart move. Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Send us your question by calling us on 013 808 00035 and leaving a message with your name and question (normal UK call rates apply) or click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. Find out more about Property Hub Invest
1 abr 2025 - 09 min 34 s
Your biggest property questions – answered
Property investing comes with plenty of questions, and after years of running a multi-million-pound property business and working with hundreds of investors, Rob & Rob have heard them all. Join us as they answer the top 10 most-asked questions... Speak to one of our Portfolio Managers for FREE and see how we can help your property investment journey! (0:40) News story of the week (4:52) How do I get my deposit together? (6:55) How do I grow my portfolio? (8:50) How do I find the best area to invest? (10:30) Where should I invest and what returns can I expect? (13:50) Flats or houses—which is better for growth? (16:35) Can I actually get a BTL mortgage? (19:24) Why does Property Hub Invest focus on premium properties? (21:40) Why not just find the deal myself, instead of paying you a fee? (24:10) Do Rob & Rob and the team invest in these too? (24:45) Can things go wrong in property? (26:50) Hub Extra Links mentioned: £1.6 billion regeneration creates new UK investment hotspot UKREiiF 2025 TPP433: House vs flats TPP023: The beginners guide to BTL mortgages Andrew Schulz: LIFE Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Find out more about Property Hub Invest
27 mar 2025 - 28 min 22 s
ASK469: How do I start when I have cash but no job? PLUS: How can I know if this company is legit?
It’s that time again! Let’s get into this week’s Ask Rob & Rob with two new great listener queries… (0:40) With a background in construction and £150K to invest, Rhys and his girlfriend are diving into flipping properties with the goal to build a rental portfolio. But with Rhys unable to work due to a disability, securing mortgages is a challenge, so he turns to Rob & Rob for advice on their strategy. (4:00) Alex wants to invest in HMOs in the North while living in the South, but with so many sourcing agents out there and wary of working with one remotely, he asks the guys what due diligence he should do to ensure they’re legitimate. Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Send us your question by calling us on 013 808 00035 and leaving a message with your name and question (normal UK call rates apply) or click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. Find out more about Property Hub Inves
25 mar 2025 - 08 min 50 s
TPP627: Does property REALLY beat shares?
It’s the age-old battle – property vs shares, but which investment truly comes out on top? Join us as Rob & Rob deep dive into the data to put this debate to the test. They break down past performance, future potential, pros and cons, and share key takeaways to help you decide which investment is best for your financial goals. From past performance to future potential, they break down the pros, cons, and key takeaways to help you decide which is best for you. (0:56) News story of the week. (3:15) The debate begins… (4:30) How has each performed in the past? (9:20) Looking to the future. (16:15) Which works best for you? (18:15) So, who wins? (20:53) Hub extra. Links mentioned: Buying beats renting: First-time buyer mortgage repayments 20 per cent lower than rent across Great Britain Day One Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Find out more about Property Hub Invest
20 mar 2025 - 23 min 54 s
ASK468: I've doubled my money! Should I sell? PLUS: What do I do about my non-paying tenant?
Happy Tuesday! It’s time for Rob & Rob to answer two more great questions from our listeners! (0:51) After five years of owning a buy-to-let in Manchester and dealing with costly repairs and a stressful insurance claim our mystery listener is debating the property's future and asks Rob & Rob if it’s time to sell and reinvest elsewhere. (4:10) Rafael’s tenant is three months behind on rent due to illness and struggling to stick to a payment plan. With recent legal changes, he wants to know his rights for recovering rent and if needed eviction. Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Send us your question by calling us on 013 808 00035 and leaving a message with your name and question (normal UK call rates apply) or click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. Find out more about Property Hub Invest
18 mar 2025 - 07 min 20 s