Want to make sense of all the property news chatter? You do, then I have some great news - as I have done the heavy lifting for you! I personally review between 300-400 daily news stories, blog feeds, social media and other online content in the world of residential property investment. I now … [Read more...]
Poor man’s thinking…all spending is a waste of money!?
I was born in Yorkshire, in the north of England. That implies several things dependent on your preconceived ideas of what it means to be a Yorkshireman. Whilst I do not think I am typical of all of the stereotypes (I did leave the county aged six!), there is perhaps one that deep down inside I … [Read more...]
Buy-to-let is for mugs! Or is it?
I was recently asked for my views on this YouTube video on Buy-to-Let posted by Graham Rowan, The Renegade Investor (note there's more than one out there). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_--oB3Hfic So, when asked what I thought when Graham suggested Buy-to-Let investors are mugs, here is my … [Read more...]
One short word that goes a very long way…thanks!
I opened my emails this morning and one of the first ones I saw was from Garry Streeter from Beauwater. Garry is an estate planner and power of attorney specialist. I have used Garry's services myself and found him to be an excellent professional that gives time and quality advice before the clock … [Read more...]
Silly question from a novice property investor…Really?
Today's feature is inspired by a reader's question on the Property Hub Forum, which goes as follows [edited]: ."..Although I haven't fully formed goal strategy yet, however, I do know I want to be a hands off landlord. I’d also prefer to buy new(ish) properties and am looking to rent unfurnished to … [Read more...]
My Essential Property Book List
I was recently asked by Vanessa Warwick to submit my top 5 essential property books to the Property Tribes Forum. Today’s post elaborates on the selection a bit further… I guess the most obvious thing that strikes when looking at my top 5 is that none of them is directly about property. Possibly … [Read more...]
How can we achieve financial independence & wealth creation when we start in debt?
This short (1:31 min) video from The Money Charity got me thinking this morning...how can we even think about investing, financial independence and wealth creation when our starting position is one of debt? I am no expert but I do have some experience and a story to tell... I was drawn back to … [Read more...]
Engage the people in housing design…and they will meet you half way
Inspiring video, watch time 15 mins Faced with the challenge of building better living standards than existing slums with limited budget, Alejandro Aravena invited the community to get involved. The reults may seem surprising, with only half a house for each family built! Yet, by involving the … [Read more...]
The Ripple Effect – a Lifetime Savings Policy… Just a Thought!
I was chatting with someone about property the other day and I was reminded about an idea that I had a while ago; sharing here for you on this site for the first time. A solution needs first needs a problem, so what's the problem? Pensions deficits, working lives getting longer, … [Read more...]
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