Episodes

Feb. 27, 2018

ASK125: How do I approach the owner for an off-market sale? PLUS: What should I know before buying a prefab?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Paul and Caroline ask Rob & Rob... How do I approach the owner for an off-market sale? PLUS: What should I know before buying a prefab? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer...
Feb. 22, 2018

TPP258: Should you be using short-term finance?

This week, we tap into Rob D’s ridiculously vast knowledge of short-term finance. What exactly is bridging? What is it useful for? What are the costs? The risks? And most importantly, should you be using this tool to help you on your journey? FREEBIE OF THE WEEK Don't forget to download your FREE short-term finance case studies here. NEWS THIS WEEK Rightmove has announced that January 2018 was it’s best ever month for visitors. We have a closer look to see if our predictions of a slow 2018 ma...
Feb. 20, 2018

ASK124: Should I be nervous about buying property off-plan? PLUS: What does the legal change to energy requirements mean?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, two listeners ask Rob & Rob... Should I be nervous about buying property off-plan? PLUS: What does the legal change to energy requirements mean? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your...
Feb. 15, 2018

TPP257: How To Get Your Dream Job

We’re all here because of a love for property. This week we give you tips on how to apply for your dream job - whether it’s in property or in another industry - along with the interview techniques that will make you stand out from the pack. And stay listening, at the end of the episode we’ll let you know about some exciting employment opportunities with the Property Hub. NEWS THIS WEEK It’s not often ALDI is the focus of property news, but this week they’ve caught our attention. In Germany ALD...
Feb. 13, 2018

ASK123: How do I start a career in property? PLUS: Where do you get all your facts and figures from?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Jack & Barney ask Rob & Rob... How do I start a career in property? PLUS: Where do you get all your facts and figures from? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. S...
Feb. 8, 2018

TPP256: Using the Ripple Effect to find the next property hotspot

We’ve mentioned it before, but we’ve never delved deep into it. This week, we’re discussing the ripple effect. We take a look at how it moved from London to Manchester, what it’s meant in those cities, where it could trickle down to and most importantly how you can use it to find the next property hotspot. NEWS THIS WEEK A landmark ruling in favour of a freeholder has caught our eye this week. Will leasehold costs be slashed? We take a closer look. You can check out the full story for yourself...
Feb. 6, 2018

ASK122: Will I save tax by transferring a property to my wife? PLUS: Do limited companies get to offset inflation?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, John & Gareth ask Rob & Rob... Will I save tax by transferring a property to my wife? PLUS: Do limited companies get to offset inflation? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your comput...
Feb. 1, 2018

TPP255: What would Rob and Rob do?

We’ve been in the property game for quite some time now and almost on a daily basis, someone asks us “What would you do?” This week - we’re going to tell you! From starting in a credit card hole to making the leap to become a full time landlord, these are the questions we get asked most often and this what we would do if we were in those situations ourselves. NEWS THIS WEEK Purplebricks could have 15% of the market by 2022 according the banks. What is to become of the high street estate agent...
Jan. 30, 2018

ASK121: Why am I paying so much tax? PLUS: Does owning in a company avoid the stamp duty surcharge?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Dominique & Mike ask Rob & Rob... Why am I paying so much tax? PLUS: Does owning in a company avoid the stamp duty surcharge? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. ...
Jan. 25, 2018

TPP254: Mortgage market update

He’s back - our very own mortgage rockstar - Dave Cookson. The last time we heard from Dave was on episode 244 with an update on some of the major changes to the mortgage market. This week, he gives us his expert opinion on what to look out for in 2018 including: Borrowing through a limited company Products available to limited companies The benefits of purchasing outside limited companies What’s on the horizon for BTL mortgages in the U.K. NEWS THIS WEEK It’s more great news for investors...
Jan. 23, 2018

ASK120: How do you move property into a limited company? Do I need to pay the Stamp Duty surcharge?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Luke & another listener ask Rob & Rob some interesting questions! ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan. 18, 2018

TPP253: Property dreamline revisted + free spreadsheet

The start of the year is the perfect time to set yourself new goals and ambitions for the future. We thought it was an ideal opportunity to have a look at one of our archive episodes about dreamlines. The purpose is to create your vision of the lifestyle you want, then plan how you’re going to use property to achieve it. We’ve also got a free course and spreadsheet - Laying The Foundations which will show you exactly what to do and help you make 2018 your best year in property yet! IF YOU ENJO...
Jan. 16, 2018

ASK119: How can you minimise tax when taking funds out of a company? PLUS: Will limited companies get a tax shock?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Matt & Sunny ask Rob & Rob some interesting questions! ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan. 11, 2018

TPP252: 10 powerful tax strategies you need to know about

He’s back! Russell from Property Hub Tax was so popular last week, we had to bring him back for a second instalment. Russell has 10 powerful tax strategies that will help you start saving money from today right through to passing on generational wealth to your children. NEWS THIS WEEK Big news this week - it’s been revealed that London property prices dipped in 2017. This isn’t great news, but the silver lining is - our London property price predictions for 2017 were actually correct! RESOURC...
Jan. 9, 2018

ASK118: Can you explain the interest relief changes? PLUS: Should I set up a limited company?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, two listeners ask Rob & Rob some interesting questions! ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan. 4, 2018

TPP251: The beginner's guide to property tax

Happy New Year! We’ve been so exciting about the beginning of 2018 because we’re finally unveiling our new business. Due to overwhelming demand, we present - Property Hub Tax. So much work has happened in the background to bring you this very special service and with it comes the introduction of Russell Smith. Russell is our in-house property tax rockstar and in this episode he gives you a beginner’s guide. Russell will continue to join us more and more with some absolute must know tax tips an...
Dec. 28, 2017

TPP250: Review of 2017 (and what's coming up in 2018)

Episode 250! Can you believe it? So much has happened in 2017 and this week we take a look back at the year that was and discuss what’s on the horizon for 2018. Interest rates, mortgage interest rate relief, PRA, lending rules - What’s happened in the past 12 months, how have things played out and how it’ll all affect your property journey in the coming year. We also unveil some of our super exciting plans for 2018! IF YOU ENJOYED THE PROPERTY PODCAST, PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW ON ITUNES Reviews...
Dec. 21, 2017

TPP249: Predictions for 2018

Foolish we know, but we’re doing it again. Predictions for 2018. We start by looking back at last year to see how we did, then we’ll set our sights 12 months into the future. Will there be growth? Will interest rates increase? Will we ever correct predict the London market? IF YOU ENJOYED THE PROPERTY PODCAST, PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW ON ITUNES Reviews are really important in helping other people to find the show, so by way of thanks we read out every single review we receive on air. If you’d...
Dec. 14, 2017

TPP248: Our favourite things of 2017

Raindrops on roses And podcasts on business. E-books about bitcoin. And Rob D’s bluetooth speaker… These are a few of our favourite things… What a year! So many great podcasts, books, apps and tech. This is what we enjoyed in 2017. Podcasts Reply All – Long Distance Noah Kagan Presents (We actually had Noah on The Property Podcast a while back. You can find that episode here) Butterfly Effect Masters of Scale with Reid Hoffman Books Principles – Ray Dalio Art of not giving a fuck – Mark...
Dec. 7, 2017

TPP247: Top regeneration areas

Investment in an area makes it a good candidate to buy property to benefit from increasing population, new employers, better leisure facilities, transport etc. But what counts as a regeneration project big enough to make a difference? Does your investment area have any major regeneration projects happening? We take a look across the country so you know what’s happening and where. NEWS THIS WEEK 4000 Landlords Letting Illegally. It’s a bold headline about a Welsh Government scheme, but what ca...
Dec. 5, 2017

ASK117: Should I move to the south pole? (Santa joins Ask Rob & Rob!)

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Santa Claus pays the Rob's a visit and... ...asks Rob & Rob... some interesting questions! ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. NEED MORE ANSWERS? The Property ...
Nov. 30, 2017

TPP246: The North-South Divide: Who wins?

A recent episode of Dispatches called “Is Britain Full?” looked at the divide between the North and South of England. We’ve broken down and dissected the episode to help inform you about the regions to enable to you really look at what’s going on with regard to population, development, infrastructure and what it means for you as in investor. You can watch the full Dispatches episode right here. NEWS THIS WEEK The Budget dominated the news this week. We’ve gone through it to find out how it af...
Nov. 28, 2017

ASK116: How should I plan to get the most out of 2018?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week’s edition of ‘Ask Rob & Rob’, Steve... ...asks Rob & Rob... How should I plan to get the most out of 2018? ASK YOUR OWN QUESTION TO ROB & ROB! Don't be shy! All you need to do is leave a message with your name and whatever's on your mind. Just pick up the phone and call 013 808 00035 (normal UK call rates apply). Or if you prefer, click here to leave a recording via your computer instead. NEED MORE ANSWERS? The Property Hub Summit is ...
Nov. 23, 2017

TPP245: Things we've changed our mind about (and the lessons you can learn)

A lot has changed between episode 1 and now. Mortgages rules, tax laws, areas to invest - the list goes on. With all that, we’ve changed our minds about a few things too. This week we’re taking a look back at some of the things we’ve said in the past and exploring what’s different – and how to continue to being a successful property investor. RESOURCE OF THE WEEK Faster than typing. No that’s not a typo. It’s a tool called Loom that makes it easier to send video messages to members of your tea...