Episodes

TPP587: How to avoid a leasehold nightmare
June 13, 2024

TPP587: How to avoid a leasehold nightmare

The most frequent questions we receive are about leaseholds, and given they make up around 40% of the property market it’s crucial for every investor to understand them. Tune in as Rob & Rob deep dive into the topic, discussi...
ASK432: Who should I vote for? PLUS: Do I really need to pay this fee?
June 11, 2024

ASK432: Who should I vote for? PLUS: Do I really need to pay this fee?

It's Tuesday, and that means it's time for Ask Rob & Rob! Join us as we tackle two new listener questions… (0:44) Tom wonders what property investors should be looking for in each party's manifesto for the upcoming July elect...
TPP586: Should property investors be scared of Labour? (Election special)
June 6, 2024

TPP586: Should property investors be scared of Labour? (Election special)

It's the topic that sparks the most passionate debates: politics! With the unexpectedly early election just around the corner, what does this mean for the property market, and will a potential new government bring significant...
ASK431: Would you rent to someone with a CCJ? PLUS: What type of company should I set up?
June 4, 2024

ASK431: Would you rent to someone with a CCJ? PLUS: What type of company should I set up?

Let's dive into your questions and get some answers on this week's Ask Rob & Rob! (0:38) A potential tenant with a CCJ has applied to rent Chris's property. The tenant has a guarantor, and the lettings agent offers a protecte...
AOB: What do Rob & Rob actually DO?
May 31, 2024

AOB: What do Rob & Rob actually DO?

In this candid peek behind the curtain, Rob & Rob delve into what they actually do on a day-to-day to keep their £100m property business running. From handling operations to marketing and growth initiatives, they get raw abou...
TPP585: Reviewing 3 real listener deals: Which would we buy?
May 30, 2024

TPP585: Reviewing 3 real listener deals: Which would we buy?

Running a £100m property business means Rob & Rob have spent countless hours analysing deals and today they’re delving into three investment opportunities our listeners have sent in! They share their decision-making process, ...
ASK430: What should my retirement portfolio look like? PLUS: How do I plan for a Labour government?
May 28, 2024

ASK430: What should my retirement portfolio look like? PLUS: How do I plan for a Labour government?

It’s Tuesday, so here’s your latest round of listener questions! (0:31) Simon is starting to plan his retirement, and due to his personal situation, he’s looking for an inflation-proof income. He’s a complete property investm...
TPP584: How to never pay full price for property
May 23, 2024

TPP584: How to never pay full price for property

Today’s episode is all about saving you money. Rob & Rob are strong believers that you should never pay full price for a property, and today they’ll be revealing all the ways you can bag yourself a bargain. (0:46) News story ...
ASK429: How do I handle a move to China? PLUS: Will this US court case affect the UK?
May 21, 2024

ASK429: How do I handle a move to China? PLUS: Will this US court case affect the UK?

Ask Rob & Rob has gone international! This week we’re bringing you two more listener questions, and this time, they’re all about geo-politics, international law and how this can affect UK property investment. (0:47) Adam’s wo...
TPP583: How we manage million-pound portfolios in 60 minutes
May 16, 2024

TPP583: How we manage million-pound portfolios in 60 minutes

What’s holding you back from investing in property or scaling up your current portfolio? For a lot of investors, it’s time. Time is our most valuable asset, but after over a decade in property, Rob & Rob have mastered managin...
ASK428: How would you invest £50k? PLUS: Can I make my tenants maintain the garden?
May 14, 2024

ASK428: How would you invest £50k? PLUS: Can I make my tenants maintain the garden?

It’s time for the latest episode of Ask Rob & Rob! (0:42) Ben wants to start investing in property but he’s lost on where to begin. He’s absorbed all our content online and determined his goals. Now he’s moving back to Liverp...
TPP582: Market Update - May 2024
May 9, 2024

TPP582: Market Update - May 2024

It’s the most talked-about topic in the property world right now: the Renters Reform Bill. After finally making its way through the House of Commons, the bill seems close to being passed – but what does this mean for property...
ASK427: Should I diversify between cities? PLUS: Help! I don't have a tenancy agreement!
May 7, 2024

ASK427: Should I diversify between cities? PLUS: Help! I don't have a tenancy agreement!

Rob & Rob are back to offer their advice to two more listeners! (0:45) Alan has two buy-to-let properties in Nottingham and is considering investing further in the near future. He’s curious to know if he should diversify his ...
TPP581: 7 property disasters we've had in the last 12 months! (PLUS: Big evictions news)
May 2, 2024

TPP581: 7 property disasters we've had in the last 12 months! (PLUS: Big evictions news)

It’s not always plain sailing being a property investor, but no one talks about the stuff that goes wrong - until now! Join us as Rob & Rob share their painful disasters this year. From costly leaks to trashed flats, unpaid r...
ASK426: 4 questions about taking equity out of my portfolio
April 30, 2024

ASK426: 4 questions about taking equity out of my portfolio

Join us for a special episode of Ask Rob & Rob, as they tackle ONE complex question from an avid listener… (0:56) Remco’s recently completed the purchase of his second property through Property Hub Invest. While eager to cont...
AOB: Going behind the scenes of a £100m property business
April 26, 2024

AOB: Going behind the scenes of a £100m property business

Welcome back to AOB where Rob & Rob share the backstage inner workings of a £100m property business. In today's episode they give you an inside look at their operations: the mechanics of their workplace, specialised teams, an...
TPP580: Worth it or not? We judge different property expenses
April 25, 2024

TPP580: Worth it or not? We judge different property expenses

With so many property services out there, it can be tough to know which ones are worth your hard-earned cash. Join Rob & Rob for a lively debate (and a fair bit of disagreement) as they break down the must-haves, the ones to ...
ASK425: How do I research a developer? PLUS: Will my Ltd Co pass the stress test?
April 23, 2024

ASK425: How do I research a developer? PLUS: Will my Ltd Co pass the stress test?

It’s time for your latest episode of Ask Rob & Rob! (0:45) Charlie’s gearing up to diversify his portfolio by purchasing his first off-plan property. While he’s mindful of the potential pitfalls, he’s hit a roadblock when res...
TPP579: Using AI to become a superhuman property investor
April 18, 2024

TPP579: Using AI to become a superhuman property investor

It’s the powerful tool that’s swept the globe and if you’re not using it yet, you’re missing out – we’re talking about artificial intelligence! Tune in as Rob & Rob share the tools and techniques they use daily to save time a...
ASK424: Should I pay this arrangement fee? PLUS: Is it time for a hands-off strategy?
April 16, 2024

ASK424: Should I pay this arrangement fee? PLUS: Is it time for a hands-off strategy?

Rob & Rob are back with more listener questions! (0:45) Ross is curious about the best way to pay his arrangement fees. Should he use his own cash to cover the fees upfront or add them to his mortgage? Aware that the latter o...
TPP578: April Market Update
April 11, 2024

TPP578: April Market Update

With inflation dropping to its lowest point in 2.5 years and talk of interest rate cuts, what does this mean for the property market? Tune in as Rob & Rob bring you up to speed on the month’s biggest news stories – including ...
ASK423: Are studio flats worth buying? PLUS: Have prices really fallen as far as you say?
April 9, 2024

ASK423: Are studio flats worth buying? PLUS: Have prices really fallen as far as you say?

Rob & Rob are back with two NEW questions from our listeners! (0:45) Dan’s wondering if studio apartments are worth considering for investment if they tick the boxes financially and are located in desirable areas with good pr...
TPP577: Cashflow vs Capital Growth: Which wins?
April 4, 2024

TPP577: Cashflow vs Capital Growth: Which wins?

The age-old battle between Cashflow vs Capital Growth has been a passionate debate among investors for far too long. Is there a clear winner and should you prioritise one over the other, or can you have the best of both world...
ASK422: Where to invest in East Anglia? PLUS: What should I do about my mortgage renewal?
April 2, 2024

ASK422: Where to invest in East Anglia? PLUS: What should I do about my mortgage renewal?

Welcome back to another episode of Ask Rob & Rob! (0:45) Luke’s gearing up to buy his first home, which he intends to live in while subletting the extra rooms for rental income. He's keen on investing in East Anglia and turns...