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In this episode, Nick and Steven chat all things renovations with Trish Crooks. Trish is currently managing 10 renovations projects for her clients and herself and shares her experience and top tips.  We talk about the following:  * All things renovations and how Trish is currently managing 10 renovation projects and has much more in the pipeline. * Trish's background.* Nightmare renovation projects when things go wrong.* Losing money in Turkey property.  * Top tips on how to build up your team of trades.  * How to manage budget and timescales effectively.   * Top tips on sourcing materials. * Moving to Aberdeen to focus on her hands off portfolio building service. * Embarking on her first flip in Aberdeen.* Top styling tips for speedy rental times.  How to get in touch:  Instagram: @trishycrooksEmail - Trish@scalepropertysolutions.com   PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you.   Visit scottishpropertypodcast.co.uk for ticket links   ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/   Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us: Steven@steven-clark.com Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven catch up on the state of the current property market and look at the macroeconomic factors that are leading to high inflation and increasing interest rates. We talk about the following: * What's causing the high inflation and how long will it last * How the bank of England are going about rising the interest rates * How will rising interest rates affect property prices and demand * What can we do as property investors to protect us from the current conditions and pending recession * Rising rents and how should we increase rents * Predictions on what will happen to property prices * Why we think property is still the best asset class to invest in PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Visit scottishpropertypodcast.co.uk for ticket links ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to The Property investors Broker, Sam Norris sharing his start up story and delivering a mini masterclass in Bridging finance. We talk about the following: * Starting up a mortgage brokerage * Not having the standard persona of a broker * Defining roles and ambitions with business partners * Going from employee of the month to being sacked the next month * Brokers bug bears with property investors * Not being a “yes” man and having client transparency * The importance of exit finance in bridging * Timescales and how long it can take * What the fees are surrounding bridging finance and what its for  * Buying in company names and personal guarantees * Where Sam sees the market going  How to get in touch: Instagram:  @thesamnorris @grandunionfinance PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Visit scottishpropertypodcast.co.uk for ticket links ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to the good life property investor, Kristina Castillina about how she has gone from having nothing to building a portfolio, SA business and recently sourcing 30 properties in 2 years. We talk about the following: * Beginning as a performer and singer  * Living in Aviemore as a child  * Spending £18,000 on property training * Starting as a network marketer  * Building up a buy to let portfolio in Blackpool to replace working income * Hitting problems and reaching a reset point  * Her first joint venture partnership * Struggling with builders and being taken advantage of * Short term lets and running a a serviced accommodation business * Juggling business and family life How to get in touch: www.fyldecoastandcountrystays.com Instagram: @thegoodlife_propertyinvestor PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Visit scottishpropertypodcast.co.uk for ticket links ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to Jim Brown about how he got into property from a flip where he made £40,000. Living in Bali for £1000 a month and the numbers involved in achieving the life you want from a small portfolio. We talk about the following: * Gaining the financial freedom to live in Bali, Indonesia * Only needing £1000 to live there comfortably for a month! * gaining this income from property in 4 years * Quitting his job as a school teacher * His buy-to-let portfolio and flips * Reaching burnout and escaping the rat race * Giving up materialism * Getting rid of cars and the job trap How to get in touch with Jim: @_jim_brown PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Aberdeen:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-aberdeen-tickets-204482170677?aff=erelexpmlt Glasgow:      https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-glasgow-tickets-204499382157?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Dundee:       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-dundee-tickets-204502952837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Edinburgh:   https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-edinburgh-tickets-205537366797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to Laurence and Jake from Donnini Apartments about how they built a 50 unit service apartment business in Ayrshire.  We talk about the following: * Flipping a property to gain initial funds to start a business * Meeting as business partners at university  * The importance of roles in a business * Aquiring their first Serviced accommodation rent to rent property * Scaling up the business * Taking on employees  * Business operations and systems * Dealing with demanding guests * Government licensing scheme legislation * Future Serviced accommodation property acquisition  How to get in touch: www.donnini.co.uk Facebook: Donnini Apartments  PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Visit scottishpropertypodcast.co.uk for ticket links ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat with experienced property investor, Bill Roddie.  His company, Spectrum Properties has built up a portfolio of over 700 units across central Scotland and they are now active in a number of large scale residential developments. We talk about the following: Starting out in the 1980’s buying commercial property in n the east end of Glasgow  Lending money in the 80’s for his first property purchases  Some case studies of residential developments that Bill has undertaken over the years How Bill has a passion for developing old buildings and the challenges involved in that How he thinks Build to rent  is a growing sector with opportunity with a shift towards young people wanting to rent with shared spaces.  What can be done by local government to make the planning process easier for developers How Bill has built up a successful team and where he sees spectrum properties in the future Check out Spectrum Properties website here PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you.Visit scottishpropertypodcast.co.uk for ticket links ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.  Connect with us on social media:  Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us: Steven@steven-clark.com Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat with Architect and developer, Kenneth Martin about his 5 pillars of how to begin in property development.   He shares his top tips for finding land along with the appraisal process and checklist he uses when looking into new projects.  We talk about the following: * Building your power team  * The planning application process * The building warrant process  * The actual building process * Post completion responsibilities and checks * What can go right and wrong on developments * The knowledge and experience you have to gain to succeed * How to source the land * Scottish water implications that can become costly in developments Connect with Kenneth on LinkedIn PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you.Visit scottishpropertypodcast.co.uk for ticket links ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.  Connect with us on social media:  Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us: Steven@steven-clark.com Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to Eddie Wighton and Michael Pratt of Invertay Homes.   Invertay homes are based in Dundee and pride themselves on building affordable, sustainable and efficient homes suitable for family living.   It was great to talk to a local housebuilder about the business of new build development. We talk about the following: Building 106 houses since they started out in 2013 How they put themselves in the shoes of the house buyer first at the design stage What are the major challenges in new build developments  How they are finding that there is a labour shortage in the construction industry and how it is getting harder to attract young people starting out. How they funded their first land purchase  How they deal with the risk involved in new build development  How they managed to navigate the Covid pandemic and dealing with shortages of materials  Eddie and Mike's best advice to aspiring new build developers Spending extra on materials to create a quality product How to get in touch with them via:Invertay Homes website Eddie on Linkedin PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Aberdeen:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-aberdeen-tickets-204482170677?aff=erelexpmlt Glasgow:      https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-glasgow-tickets-204499382157?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Dundee:       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-dundee-tickets-204502952837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Edinburgh:   https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-edinburgh-tickets-205537366797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to Liam Rogan from Get Ground on the tax advantages of investing in a limited company. Get Ground educate people on the benefits of company buy-to-let then make it easy and cost effective to execute.  We talk about the following: * Using capital gains allowance * Cost implications involved in moving from personal name into ltd company * Should you take a salary from your ltd company * Is a ltd company the right move for you? * Inheritance tax  * Overseas investors and international tax * How to leave the most for your children to inherit * How Get Ground operate How to get in touch with Get Ground: https://www.getground.co.uk @_getground PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Aberdeen:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-aberdeen-tickets-204482170677?aff=erelexpmlt Glasgow:      https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-glasgow-tickets-204499382157?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Dundee:       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-dundee-tickets-204502952837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Edinburgh:   https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-edinburgh-tickets-205537366797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat for a second time to property investor Adam Lawrence.  Adam is well known for his weekly "Sunday Supplement" article on the Partners in Property Facebook page.In this episode we cover the following:  Raising inflation and the cost of living crisis.   Russian sanctions and how it will impact the macro economy.   War in Ukraine and how it will effect.   Rising interest rates and how will it impact the property market.   How rising interests may not keep inflation under control.   At what point will supply and demand tip the other way.   Rising rents and struggling low income families.   Will rental rising out pace capital growth.   Thoughts 18 year property cycle and where we are it.   Are we heading for recession?  What are we doing differently from the US.   Where are the opportunities?  What is Adam planning on doing during this time? Follow Adam on social media:Partners in Property Facebook page PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Aberdeen:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-aberdeen-tickets-204482170677?aff=erelexpmlt Glasgow:      https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-glasgow-tickets-204499382157?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Dundee:       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-dundee-tickets-204502952837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Edinburgh:   https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-edinburgh-tickets-205537366797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to Rosie Charles of ARCH Investments.  Rosie and her husband Allan started off investing 5 hours from their home town where they have built a buy to let and HMO portfolio in The Wirral.  In this episode we cover the following: How they invest remotely 5 hours from home How they took 9 months to find a deal and why they didn't give up at the start Tips on researching a new investment area that you're not familiar with Using private investor funds for purchasing their first deal Building a team remotely that you can rely on  How passive can remote buy to let investing be? Managing a £150k HMO refurb with a 170% ROI How they have built up investing capital by flipping their own homes  Building a social media following to attract private investor funds  Follow them on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/archinvestments/ PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Aberdeen:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-aberdeen-tickets-204482170677?aff=erelexpmlt Glasgow:      https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-glasgow-tickets-204499382157?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Dundee:       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-dundee-tickets-204502952837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Edinburgh:   https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-edinburgh-tickets-205537366797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to Daniel Duffield who is a co-founder of Kove Properties.  Daniel and his team source buy to let properties for investors, as well as guaranteed rent serviced accommodation deals.  They also have a "Loan and learn" program that we find out more about.In this episode we cover the following: How Daniel met his business partner at a networking event and started Kove properties How they managed to use furlough to their advantage and accelerate the business during this time How they source property for other investors How they have used social media to attract clients In the first year they managed to source 40 properties for clients How their sourcing service has changed from BRRR to more turnkey investments Daniel describes the other revenue streams that they have including guaranteed rent SA and their education program Managing 15 refurbs at the same time Tradesmen nightmares and tips for dealing with builders Follow them on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/koveproperties PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Aberdeen:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-aberdeen-tickets-204482170677?aff=erelexpmlt Glasgow:      https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-glasgow-tickets-204499382157?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Dundee:       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-dundee-tickets-204502952837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Edinburgh:   https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-edinburgh-tickets-205537366797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven talk about the current economic crisis which is brewing and where the future of the economy is going.   How will this have an impact on the property market and house prices?We talk about the following:* The effect of world events on our economy * How this will affect our businesses and property investments* What is the potential for a crash and where we are in the cycle* The supply and demand imbalance* The comparisons with now and 2008* How Property may be valued higher as standard due to demand* How badly the energy and fuel price hikes are going to affect tenants* Inflation being highest since the early 90’s when interest went above 13%* The positive way out of what may come PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Aberdeen:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-aberdeen-tickets-204482170677?aff=erelexpmlt Glasgow:      https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-glasgow-tickets-204499382157?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Dundee:       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-dundee-tickets-204502952837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Edinburgh:   https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-edinburgh-tickets-205537366797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to property investor Stephanie Taylor who has built a successful rent to rent portfolio and is now investing in multi-unit blocks.   Stephanie has also written a book called Rent 2 Rent success and also hosts a podcast.  We talk about the following: What is the rent to rent strategy How she got her first rent to rent deal Tips on finding deals How much money do you need to get started? What are the risks involved in rent to rent  What horror stories does she have  Scaling up the business and building a team Can you do rent to rent with no money How she is pursuing multi-unit blocks and conversions How do they fund the purchases Check out Stephanie on Social media:Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/stephanietproperty/?hl=enRent 2 Rent success website:  https://rent2rentsuccess.com/ PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Aberdeen:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-aberdeen-tickets-204482170677?aff=erelexpmlt Glasgow:      https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-glasgow-tickets-204499382157?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Dundee:       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-dundee-tickets-204502952837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Edinburgh:   https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-edinburgh-tickets-205537366797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to business owner and property investor, Gary Wilson.   Gary, 24 sold a Google SEO business for £2 millon and is now building his portfolio as well as setting up another business selling tenanted property to other investors.  It's a great interview with an inspiring young entrepreneur! We talk about the following: How Gary built a Google SEO business and sold for £2 million at age 24  How he became involved in building his own property portfolio Where is the best place to spend your advertising budget to bring in leads Facebook ads and how much do you need to spend to bring in property deals Dealing with off market vendors and how to solve their problems  Why landlords are selling up and how Gary is finding a solution for an easy sale process with his new estate agency buisness. Check out Gary on Social media:Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/garywilsyLet property sales website:  https://www.letpropertysales.co.uk/ PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Aberdeen:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-aberdeen-tickets-204482170677?aff=erelexpmlt Glasgow:      https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-glasgow-tickets-204499382157?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Dundee:       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-dundee-tickets-204502952837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Edinburgh:   https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-edinburgh-tickets-205537366797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to Luke Hickie from Lukes Properties.  Luke has an interesting background as a professional footballer and has now transitioned in to property investing and building a successful property business. We talk about the following: How Luke  started out in property with the rent to rent strategy  What challenges he faced when starting out  Renting out rooms to contractors and why they are such good customers Best tips on getting your first rent to rent deal  Dealing with rejection Tik tok and his social media strategy How a small business owner can have the edge over big business with personal service  Tips and strategies to help get started What does success mean to Luke Check out Luke on Social media:Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lukesproperties/Tiktok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@lukesproperties PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Aberdeen:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-aberdeen-tickets-204482170677?aff=erelexpmlt Glasgow:      https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-glasgow-tickets-204499382157?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Dundee:       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-dundee-tickets-204502952837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Edinburgh:   https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-edinburgh-tickets-205537366797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick chats to Charlie Innes from Glenham Property.  Charlie has been involved in property for nearly 30 years and shares his views on the latest Scottish Government consultation paper which could result in some big changes for the PRS.  A must listen for all serious landlords and property investors. We talk about the following:Charlie's background and how he became  involved in propertyHow the PRS has changed over the years What is the new deal for tenants consultation paper Professionalising the industry and why self-managing landlords do not have to do the same training as letting agents. How grounds for eviction are now all discretionaryRent controls and affordability for tenants Current market conditions in the PRSWhy landlords should be the solution to the housing crisis and not the enemy.Check out Charlie on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesinness/Also via Glenham Property PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Aberdeen:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-aberdeen-tickets-204482170677?aff=erelexpmlt Glasgow:      https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-glasgow-tickets-204499382157?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Dundee:       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-dundee-tickets-204502952837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Edinburgh:   https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-edinburgh-tickets-205537366797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat to Christmas home of the year finalist, Alex Lawson.  Alex has built a massive 200k following on her Casa Lawson Instagram account where she gives regular DIY and interior design tips.   We talk about the following:How Alex has built her massive social media following. Being on BBC Scottish Christmas homes of the year. Chat about interior design. Cost efficiencies of nice interior design tips to help your property stand out on the market. Alex shares her DIY disastersCheck out Alex on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/casalawson/ PROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Aberdeen:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-aberdeen-tickets-204482170677?aff=erelexpmlt Glasgow:      https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-glasgow-tickets-204499382157?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Dundee:       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-dundee-tickets-204502952837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Edinburgh:   https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-edinburgh-tickets-205537366797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk

In this episode, Nick and Steven chat with Skillbuilder You tuber Roger Bisby about how heat pumps might not be the solution to all our problems with achieving net-zero emissions.  Roger shares his experience and opinions on how to best heat properties in the most ethical and economical way. We talk about the following: •What are heat pumps •Past experience using them •The main issues surrounding them •installation and running costs  •What Government assistance is available •What are the future solutions  •Types of properties most suited to themCheck out Rogers YouTube chanel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9GdB6vG6m6cDAwrTAWXgygPROPERTY NETWORKING:  Book your ticket for a Scottish Property Podcast networking event near you. Aberdeen:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-aberdeen-tickets-204482170677?aff=erelexpmlt Glasgow:      https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-glasgow-tickets-204499382157?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Dundee:       https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-dundee-tickets-204502952837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Edinburgh:   https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-property-podcast-live-networking-event-edinburgh-tickets-205537366797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope you find it useful and we would appreciate it hugely if you could find time to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.    Connect with us on social media:    Join the Scottish Property Podcast Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/628274537711227/ Steven Clark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenclark84/ Nick Ponty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick_ponty/   Email us:   Steven@steven-clark.com   Nick@arcproperty.uk