Episodes

Every property investor says they'd never sell up. Rob & Rob aren't every investor - and they've got a surprisingly specific list of things that would make them walk away for good. From rent controls to deflation, they lay out the exact scenarios that would make them walk away from property investing, plus the things that plenty of people worry about but don't bother them at all. (00:56) News story of the week (04:31) The things that wouldn’t stop Rob & Rob investing (09:00) Why a genuine sh...

Could a lender ever pull the rug and demand your mortgage back early? And should you be topping up your tenants’ deposits every time the rent goes up? Your questions are tackled on this week’s Ask Rob & Rob. (00:44) Josh wants to know, due to economic uncertainty, whether a lender could ever demand full repayment before the end of the term - even if he’s never missed a payment. Rob B draws on experience from the last market crash to explain what lenders do when property values drop. (04:35) L...

A record amount of money is flooding into UK property, yields have hit levels we haven't seen in years, and stamp duty reform is back on the agenda. Rob & Rob explain what it all means for investors right now. So, if you’re wondering what’s really going on with house prices or trying to figure out if now’s the time to act, this one’s packed with signals you won’t want to miss. (00:44) Why the UK’s borrowing position makes the next move so tricky (03:42) House prices are up 2.2% but asking pri...

Why are so many solicitors involved when buying a buy-to-let? And should you be planning for the worst with prospective tax changes on the horizon? Your questions, answered on this week’s Ask Rob & Rob. (00:41) Colleen’s in the process of buying two buy-to-let properties but has been hit with unexpected legal fees from multiple solicitors. Is it normal to hit this many hurdles? Rob D breaks down why this happens, whether any of it could’ve been avoided, and what “independent legal advice” mean...

What happens when a tenant fails referencing, talks their way in, and then refuses to leave for over two years? Well Rob B experienced this exact scenario... From fabricated sob stories to AI-generated legal threats, in this episode, Rob B shares the most extreme tenant horror story from his 20-year property career. (00:50) News story of the week (04:15) How a failed reference and a convincing sob story led to the worst tenant decision Rob B ever made (08:07) The breaking point when enough ...

It’s Tuesday, which means it’s time for Ask Rob & Rob - and this week’s episode tackles two topics that come up time and again for investors. (00:37) Jack has bought his first buy-to-let through a limited company and wants to know the smartest way to save for the next one. Rob D explains why the snowball effect means he’s closer than he thinks, and what really matters at this stage. (03:17) Liam’s mortgage valuation has come back £40k below what he thinks the property is worth - so has he over...

A new Prime Minister is heading for Downing Street - but is that a good thing or a bad thing for property investors? Rob & Rob break down what Andy Burnham as PM could mean, what he might do, and what you should be doing right now. (00:47) News story of the week (02:43) The rumoured changes to stamp duty - and what could replace it (07:48) What a Capital Gains Tax alignment could mean and who would be hit the hardest (11:25) Andy Burnham's actual track record on property: grants, fines, and ...

Whether you’re eyeing up a leasehold flat or juggling property rules on both sides of the Welsh border, this week’s Ask Rob & Rob tackles two very different but equally common worries. (00:46) Jessica’s found a discounted buy-to-let with just over 100 years left on the lease, but is the discount a risk worth taking? Rob B explains exactly when a short lease should start ringing alarm bells. (04:01) Emma invests in Wales and is branching into England -, but the differences in licensing, notices...

This might be the most valuable episode Rob & Rob have recorded all year. AI is changing the way property investors manage their portfolios, spot deals, and save hours of time every week. But most people are either ignoring it completely or dabbling without any real direction. In this episode, Rob & Rob break down exactly how you can put AI to work - whether you're analysing deals, managing tenants, or building your own custom tools from scratch. (01:40) Half of all first-time buyers now rece...

Got a new build that’s not hitting the rent you expected? Or are you looking for a resource that has all the latest updates from the Renters’ Rights Act? This week’s episode of Ask Rob & Rob has you covered. (00:46) Dan's new build is sitting empty with rents well below his projections. He has a few solutions to this, but what’s the best approach? Rob B explains why the worst thing he can do right now is something drastic. (06:59) Holly’s wondering when How to Be a Landlord will be edited to c...

There’s been a property crash. A big one. And nobody’s talking about it. Rob & Rob reveal the silent property crash that’s been hiding in plain sight. But before you panic, this might be the best possible news for investors who are still building their portfolios. (00:46) News story of the week (02:09) The silent property crash explained: How inflation has wiped 17.4% off real house prices since 2022 (08:08) Why property is now as affordable as it was in 2013 (11:17) The good news for lever...

Can you gift a property straight into a limited company? And should you use a bridging loan or equity for your first BRR project? Rob & Rob tackle both on this Tuesday’s Ask Rob & Rob. (00:38) Fred’s relative wants to pass him a property to reduce their inheritance tax bill, but can it go directly into his limited company? Rob D explains why that’s probably not a good idea, breaking down the inheritance tax and stamp duty implications of each route. (04:23) Will’s a young investor sitting on a...

Net migration is down 48%, house prices are slipping, and construction has hit its lowest point since lockdown. Rob & Rob unpack the biggest property stories of the month - one where the mood and the opportunity couldn’t be further apart. (00:40) Why the rental market will feel the migration crash before house prices do (04:15) Interest rates are held, but the reason behind it isn’t exactly cheerful (05:11) House prices are finally catching up with sentiment, with the north-south gap getting ...

Can you keep a buy-to-let mortgage forever? And is a landlord required to install an EV charger? Your questions answered on this week’s episode of Ask Rob & Rob. (00:45) Amit is worried that as he gets older, lenders will eventually refuse to mortgage his buy-to-lets. Rob B reassures him that this fear is largely overblown, explaining what you really need to watch out for when taking equity out over the long term. (03:56) Sue wants to know if she’s obliged to pay for an EV charger that a tenan...

Landlords are leaving the market in droves... so why have property purchases by institutional investors just hit their highest level since 2016? Rob & Rob unpack surprising new data that flies in the face of everything you’re hearing about the rental market, and what it means for anyone investing right now. (00:48) News story of the week (06:12) The surprising data that contradicts everything you’ve been hearing about the buy-to-let market (08:47) The regional split where investors are stack...

It’s Tuesday, which means another episode of Ask Rob & Rob! This week, should you pay down your buy-to-let mortgage or keep leveraging? Plus, can you profit from house price movements without buying a property? (00:37) Amy’s tempted to start overpaying the mortgage on her highest-rate investment, but is she giving up the biggest advantage of property investing in the process? Rob D warns against letting short-term frustration drive the decision. (05:42) Noel reels off a list of ways to profit...

What makes an experienced investor pull the trigger in today’s market? Rob B shares his first investment of 2026 - and the deal he secured might be the best argument against sitting on the sidelines. Why that area? Why now? Rob & Rob break down the deal to reveal the discount, the fundamentals and why this was an opportunity Rob B simply couldn't walk past. (00:46) News story of the week (03:06) What made Rob B invest in this overlooked area (09:00) The negotiation that knocked £40,000 off t...

Is the 18-year property cycle about to trigger a crash? Plus, with EPC rules changing, should landlords be upgrading now or holding off? Your questions answered on this week’s episode of Ask Rob & Rob. (00:45) Phil's wondering, could the conflict in Iran spark a property crash and prove the 18-year cycle right? Rob B explains why he’s confident enough to go on record saying it won’t happen this year. (06:08) Pete's properties are rated D and E. Should he start upgrading now to meet the 2030 EP...

Sentiment is at rock bottom. But average discounts are falling. That makes no sense, until you understand where the real deals are hiding... We’re currently seeing some of the best discounts we’ve ever come across. So, how are we finding them? In this episode, Rob & Rob reveal four distinct strategies for landing a genuine deal in today’s market, laying out exactly where the right opportunities are and how to grab them before the window closes. (01:00) News story of the week (03:15) What rec...

Mortgage rates have spiked, but is that a reason to pause your investment plans? Plus, what should you do when a deal falls through and rates are climbing? We answer these questions on today’s episode of Ask Rob & Rob. (00:43) Sam’s worried about rising mortgage rates - will this be a temporary spike and is now the right time to invest? Rob B looks at what makes this a buyer’s market and the real cause behind the spike. (03:51) Matthew’s deal fell through after the vendor refused to negotiate,...

There’s so much happening in the UK property market right now, making it harder than ever to really understand what’s going on behind the headlines. So where does it leave you as a property investor? Rob & Rob break down the most important property stories of the month, revealing what's really going on beneath the surface. From 700 rental properties being listed each day, to the widening north-south divide, this is a month where the data and the mood couldn't be further apart. (00:55) Why the ...

Can a cheap commuter town actually be a smart investment? Plus, what's the best way to read Rob's latest book? We answer your questions in this week's episode of Ask Rob & Rob. (00:40) Scott's bought a house in Mansfield. But can commuter towns with low entry points make for smart investments? Rob B explains the ripple effect happening across the country. (03:51) Pierre's just picked up the second edition of How to Be a Landlord. Should he read it from cover to cover, or dip in and out? Rob D ...

Flats vs. Houses? It’s one of the most heated debates in property investing. For years, the consensus has been to avoid flats. But what if the reasons investors turned against them no longer apply? Rob & Rob challenge the anti-flat mindset and explore why the ground has shifted without most investors noticing. The cladding crisis, COVID and spiralling service charges have turned investors away from flats. But with those factors fading, they unpack where the opportunity is for investors willing...

It’s time for your weekly dose of Ask Rob & Rob - let's get stuck into two new questions! (00:42) Fatai is looking to sell up, but with so much global uncertainty, is now really the right time? Rob B looks at what history tells us about timing the market during periods of instability. (04:35) David wants to jump straight into two student HMOs, but is it wise considering he’s never ventured into this market before? Rob D explains why going all-in could backfire, and why taking a more measured a...