Episodes

Aug. 8, 2017

ASK100: Can I trust my mortgage broker? PLUS: How do I find an absent owner?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob', Russell... ...asks Rob & Rob...Can I trust my mortgage broker? PLUS: How do I find an absent owner? 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 ...
Aug. 3, 2017

TPP229 The mortgage shake-up you need to understand

It's Meetup night tonight, and we're hoping lots of you are headed to our free and friendly gatherings all across the UK and beyond. If you haven't yet booked your ticket you can find your nearest location here. Rob B is heading to the coast, and will be in Bournemouth saying hi to some local Hubbers there. Now, on to this week's episode which is all about a shake up in the mortgage market that may have just slipped under the radar. Now, some of you won't be affected by this at all but some of ...
Aug. 1, 2017

ASK99: How can I flip properties remotely? PLUS: The costs of 10-year fixes

It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob', Kush and Fez... ...ask Rob & Rob...How can I flip properties remotely? PLUS: The costs of 10-year fixes 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? ...
July 27, 2017

TPP228 Tips to save and make you money

Next week will be a busy one - as well as our meetups which, as always, are happening on the first Thursday of the month (find your nearest location and register for your free place here) - our latest magazine will be hitting doorsteps at the end of the month. If you haven't already done so, check out the information about the mag here... as well as a printed copy, for £5 a quarter you also get access to our webinars which are exclusively for magazine subscribers and immediate digital access to ...
July 25, 2017

ASK098: How should I prepare for the mid-cycle wobble? PLUS: Will this cycle be longer or shorter than usual?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob', Dave and Pete... ...ask Rob & Rob...How should I prepare for the mid-cycle wobble? PLUS: Will this cycle be longer or shorter than usual? 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 compu...
July 20, 2017

TPP227 How to build a high-value property network

In this episode, we're looking at how to build high-value networks. We'll be suggesting ways to avoid the mistakes that we see all too frequently, helping you to build a network that will rocket your success. The problem is that the people you really want to connect with are busy, and already have their own network - so they’re not motivated to get to know you. What do you do? We talked about the basics in Episode 133, and now we delve deeper into seven areas, from making contact little and of...
July 18, 2017

ASK97: Where in Manchester should I be looking to buy? PLUS: How can I release more equity from my home?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob', two listeners... ...ask Rob & Rob...Where in Manchester should I be looking to buy? PLUS: How can I release more equity from my home? 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 ...
July 13, 2017

TPP226 The recipe for successful joint ventures

This week we are excited to bring you a brad new, totally free course called 'Which Strategy Is Right For You?'. If you're yet to discover all of our free training content then you're missing out - you can find it all here (including the brand new course). In this week's episode we're talking about joint ventures for the first time in three years. They’re still a hot topic in property so we wanted to revisit and go into more detail. It’s the cover story in the next magazine...more on that late...
July 11, 2017

ASK096: What is the future of the serviced accommodation sector? PLUS: Should I be worried about right-to-buy for private tenants?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob' Justine and Peter... ...ask Rob & Rob...What is the future of the serviced accommodation sector? PLUS: Should I be worried about right-to-buy for private tenants? 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 ...
July 6, 2017

TPP225: How do successful investors think?

We recently spent a whole day talking property with a couple of hundred people who attended our Discovery Day. Time and time again we are reminded that people don't know much - or even anything - about our other businesses, RMP Property and Yellow Lettings, and it was great to meet and share information with many of you. Watch this space for future Discovery Day dates... This week we're looking at mindset, and how biases can lead you down a certain path which could result in decisions which are...
July 4, 2017

ASK95: What are the advantages of being a cash buyer? PLUS: How do I finance a flip?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob' Sam and Barnaby... ...ask Rob & Rob...What are the advantages of being a cash buyer? PLUS: How do I finance a flip? 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...
June 29, 2017

TPP224: Back to the future: how to predict future property prices

This week we have been busy putting the finishing touches to the next issue of The Property Hub Magazine, which is looking fantastic. We've also been planning the details for the new and improved Property Hub Summits which we will give you more details on very soon. The topic this week is how to predict future property prices and we've used lots of historical data in order to help us forecast what the next few years may have in store for the property market in the UK. If you'd like to take a l...
June 27, 2017

ASK94: How can I protect myself when buying off-plan? PLUS: Why is tax not included in deal assessment calculations?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob' Noel and Tory... ...ask Rob & Rob...How can I protect myself when buying off-plan? PLUS: Why is tax not included in deal assessment calculations? 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 you...
June 22, 2017

TPP223: What is happening to the London property market

This week we're focussing on a topic discussed regularly - what's happening to the London property market? So, what's happened over the last 8 years? London prices have grown 80% over 8 years (since 2009) Every price band has increased by roughly the same percentage...BUT timing differs Top 30% recovered from 2009-2012. Driven by overseas buyers and domestic residents who didn’t need mortgages or could get them more easily Lower sectors only grew strongly from 2013 onwards. Driven by ripple...
June 20, 2017

ASK93: Should I invest £100k in London or elsewhere? PLUS: Can I challenge these letting agency fees?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. Alex and Neil... ...ask Rob & Rob...Should I invest £100k in London or elsewhere? PLUS: Can I challenge these letting agency fees? 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 ins...
June 15, 2017

TPP222: Election Special

So we're pretty sure we're not breaking news here, but there was an election last week. The results have been interesting to say the least, but what does it all mean from an investment perspective? Listen to this week's podcast in full to get the low down from Rob & Rob on what this new parliament means for you. Resource of the week Insight Timer is the top rated free meditation app on android and iOS stores. If you enjoyed The Property Podcast, please leave a review on iTunes Reviews are r...
June 13, 2017

ASK92: How does Birmingham rate as an investment location? PLUS: How do I find a property mentor?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. Two listeners... ...ask Rob & Rob...How does Birmingham rate as an investment location? PLUS: How do I find a property mentor? 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...
June 8, 2017

TPP221: Are we on the verge of the next property crash?

Don't blame us for the ever so slightly sensationalist title this week, blame Moneyweek who covered this recently (thanks to James Watters for the heads-up on this one). Rather dramatically Moneyweek say: “Like a vast pyramid scheme, the UK housing market has been defying the reality of low wage growth and productivity, worsening affordability" and.. “When a rocket runs out of fuel it continues to rise before plunging earthwards. This is where we seem to be now." Goodness! Listen in full t...
June 6, 2017

ASK91: Should I take the guaranteed rent? PLUS: Is there a limit on how much interest you can claim?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. Two listeners... ...ask Rob & Rob... Should I take the guaranteed rent? PLUS: Is there a limit on how much interest you can claim? 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 ins...
June 1, 2017

TPP220: What should property investors do about the election

This week we get political on The Podcast and launch a brand new course over on The Property Hub! Exciting times. We've read the housing issues in the manifestos so that you don't have to. Find out what the Conservative, Labour and Lib Dem policies on housing are, and how these might impact you. Of course, housing is only part of the reason you choose who to vote for, but we're focussing solely on this topic. New course: How to invest when you have no time. How To Invest When You Have No Time...
May 30, 2017

ASK90: What are the pros and cons of buying without a mortgage? PLUS: How do you invest in areas where you don't live?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. Two listeners... ...ask Rob & Rob...What are the pros and cons of buying without a mortgage? PLUS: How do you invest in areas where you don't live? 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 ...
May 25, 2017

TPP219: How you should invest at your current age

This week we're looking at how your age should change your investment strategy. And we're roping in a host of colourful and well known characters to explain things. Are you a Wild William, a Sensible Sam, a Make it Back Marge, a Planning Pete or an Income Ingrid? Listen to find out, then head over to the forum to discuss in more detail. Discovery Day - On Sale Now! It’s back! We have a brand new Discovery Day coming your way on Saturday 24th June in central London. This is your chance to learn...
May 18, 2017

TPP218: Complaining is for losers!

Some people moan all the time. It’s making life worse for them and everyone around them – you need to realise if you’re a complainer, and if you are you can do something about it! When you're complaining: You’re focusing on problems you miss opportunities Perceived problems stop you from taking action You’ll be less happy, yet reality will be no different Nobody will want to be around you! Rob and Rob talk about how changing your mindset can make a big difference. Develop the attitude of ...
May 15, 2017

ASK89: What's the best way to keep builders on track? PLUS: How do interest-only mortgages work?

It's time for another couple of questions in this week's edition of 'Ask Rob & Rob'. Two listeners... ...ask Rob & Rob...What's the best way to keep builders on track? PLUS: How do interest-only mortgages work? 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...