The Property Podcast

Rob Bence and Rob Dix from The Property Hub

The Property Podcast from Property Hub (propertyhub.net) is the podcast for all property investors – new or experienced. Rob Bence and Rob Dix discuss a different property topic and property news item each week, passing on their knowledge and experience to the listeners. They both invest in UK Property so they practise what they preach. No hard sell, no bull just straight talking property investment advice!

  • 35 minutes 39 seconds
    TPP610: How to turn a small portfolio into a property empire

    Ever wonder what it takes to become a property mogul? Carl Tranter has turned a modest portfolio into an investor’s dream, and today, he’s sharing everything!

    • (0:37) News story of the week. 
    • (3:40) Welcome Carl Tranter! 
    • (4:15) How did Carl’s property journey begin? 
    • (5:20) What does his portfolio look like today? 
    • (7:30) When did Carls commercial property investments begin? 
    • (11:05) How did he grow his portfolio so quickly? 
    • (14:02) Did he always have a strategy and goal in mind? 
    • (17:31) How does Carl and his business partner work so successfully together? 
    • (20:50) Let’s learn more about his larger developments. 
    • (27:25) How on earth does he manage it all? 
    • (32:22) Hub Extra. 

     

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    21 November 2024, 6:00 am
  • 6 minutes 34 seconds
    ASK455: Should I remortgage my home to buy more? PLUS: Who can I report this landlord to?

    Happy Tuesday! It’s time for another episode of Ask Rob & Rob, where we dive into your property questions. 

    • (0:42) Eager to kickstart her property journey, Natalie’s thinking of borrowing against her family home and switching to an interest-only mortgage to buy her first buy-to-let. She turns to Rob & Rob to see if it’s a smart move – what will they say? 


    • (4:30) As a landlord himself, Glenn's frustrated by his vulnerable neighbour’s poor living conditions due to the neglect of the property by the landlord and asks if there's an authority where rogue landlords can be reported.  


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    19 November 2024, 6:00 am
  • 13 minutes 43 seconds
    TPP609: November Market Update

    Love or hate him, Trump’s back - but how much will the political drama across the pond affect the UK property market? And with all the noise around the US election, let’s not overlook the recent rate cuts and what they could mean for mortgages and property prices! Tune in as Rob & Rob break it all down in this month’s market update. 

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    • (0:44) Let's kick off this month’s market update. 
    • (4:00) Are house prices at an all-time high? 
    • (6:28) What’s happening with rents? 
    • (8:08) The latest on mortgages. 
    • (8:45) Quick update on leasehold reform. 
    • (10:15) News on council licence applications. 
    • (11:39) Hub Extra. 

     

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    14 November 2024, 6:00 am
  • 9 minutes 27 seconds
    ASK454: How do I establish a property's value? PLUS: Should I rent as social housing?

    Join us for this week’s Ask Rob & Rob as they answer two more listener questions…  

    • (0:41) Shenton’s looking for the best way to conduct thorough due diligence to get a precise property valuation. With tools like Zoopla often giving broad estimates and limited data on comparable deals, he turns to Rob & Rob for their top tips. 


    • (5:15) Chris has been offered the chance to rent his buy-to-let property through social housing, with a five-year guaranteed yield, annual rent increases, and full property maintenance. He’s wondering if this is a smart move or if it’s too good to be true – what will the guys say? 


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    12 November 2024, 6:00 am
  • 35 minutes 5 seconds
    TPP608: How the budget will affect the property market (and the country)

    The Budget dust has finally settled, and after a week of analysis, we’re revealing the real impact on property investors.  

     

    (00:47) News story of the week 

    (02:12) Stamp duty changes 

    (12:02) The surprising outcome of capital gains tax 

    (14:53) Will national insurance increases affect employment? 

    (20:37) Labour’s first budget Overall reactions 

    (31:49) How will the budget affect the market? 

    (32:25) Hub Extra  


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    7 November 2024, 6:00 am
  • 8 minutes 15 seconds
    ASK453: What if I can't pay the tax when I sell? PLUS: How do I get my dream job in property?

    Rob & Rob are back to offer their advice to two more listeners!  

    • (0:42) Since buying his first property in Derby in 2021, Carl’s now completing on a fourth in Doncaster, with the portfolio’s value increasing by over £80,000 in just three years! With two mortgages due for renewal in 18 months, he's considering remortgaging, but is concerned about the potential impact of capital gains tax if he decides to sell later, and it exceeds the new mortgage. He turns to Rob & Rob for their advice - what will they suggest? 


    • (4:35) Luke’s eager to build a career in the property industry, where his true passion lies. With a background in recruitment and customer service, he asks the guys for their tips on breaking into the property world professionally. 


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    5 November 2024, 6:00 am
  • 9 minutes 9 seconds
    TPP607: Budget Reaction: How are property investors affected?

    The wait is over! After months of anticipation, the budget announcement has finally dropped. 

    With endless speculation around changes to capital gains tax and more, landlords and investors have been left wondering what these updates mean for their investments.  

    In this episode, Rob & Rob share their candid reactions and break down the budget’s biggest announcements every investor needs to know. 

    Find out how these changes could impact the property world and what it means for your investment strategy – tune in now! 

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    31 October 2024, 1:07 am
  • 10 minutes 11 seconds
    ASK452: Should I sell up in the south? PLUS: Is it time to cut the rent?

    Happy Tuesday! Rob & Rob are back and answering two more of your questions!   

    • (0:38) With four properties in the South-East, split between personal ownership and a limited company, Richard’s weighing up the investment potential of the area against the rest of the country. He’s considering selling and reinvesting in the North, where he believes yields and growth are more promising. But with costs like capital gains tax and stamp duty, he’s wondering if it’s really worth it. What advice will the guys have for him? 


    • (5:38) Andy just bought a luxury two-bedroom apartment in Manchester City Centre, part of a 400-unit block mostly owned by investors. With many landlords dropping their rents to fill their properties faster, he’s wondering if he should do the same or hold out for the higher income he expected when he bought it. 


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    29 October 2024, 6:00 am
  • 21 minutes 17 seconds
    TPP606: October Mortgage Market Update

    With the mortgage market in flux, interest rates making headlines, and the upcoming budget looming, the big question is: what’s the smartest move right now? Today, we’ve got mortgage expert Nick with us to cut through the noise, answer the important questions, and offer expert advice on how to navigate the current market. 

    • (0:59) News story of the week 
    • (2:48) Our mortgage expert answers your questions… 
    • (3:08) What’s the state of the mortgage market at the moment? 
    • (4:05) What can people do to prepare for their applications? 
    • (5:06) Will mortgage cuts happen and how aggressively? 
    • (6:05) What rate should investors be aiming for? 
    • (6:44) Are there any updates on arrangement fees? 
    • (8:23) How will lenders cope with the increase in demand? 
    • (10:34) What’s the latest on stress tests? 
    • (12:31) Is there a particular product that will ease the stress test? 
    • (13:00) What’s sentiment like now? 
    • (15:08) Is there any improvement on down-valuations? 
    • (17:46) Do you think the budget will have any effect on the market? 
    • (19:02) Hub Extra 


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    24 October 2024, 5:00 am
  • 8 minutes 45 seconds
    ASK451: Can I reclaim these costs? PLUS: Are we biting off too much?

    Happy Tuesday! It’s time for your latest episode of Ask Rob & Rob!   

    • (0:45) After having his offer accepted on a property, Craig discovered potential asbestos in the Artex. When he raised this, the seller claimed they no longer wanted to sell and planned to move in, but a few weeks later, the property was re-listed for sale. After losing money on searches and other costs, Craig asks Rob & Rob if he can reclaim these expenses and how to avoid this happening again. 


    • (4:07) Simon’s eager to kickstart his property journey and is considering jumping straight into an HMO conversion. He’s found that most lenders require experience as a landlord or HMO landlord for financing and wonders how much of a difference that experience makes in terms of mortgage rates and fees. Should he start with a small buy-to-let to gain experience and potentially save money, or go straight for the HMO with more expensive financing options? 


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    22 October 2024, 5:00 am
  • 26 minutes 12 seconds
    TPP605: How people REALLY get rich

    Getting rich - it’s what we all dream of, right? But how do you turn that dream into reality? Today, we’re exploring Rob D’s new book, where he breaks down how people really get rich. And, yes, we’ll finally reveal the book’s name - tune in!  

    Pre-order the book, and claim exclusive bonuses – including a preview chapter you can read instantly: https://robdix.com/myths/  

    • (0:53) News story of the week 
    • (3:20) Rob D reveals the name of his new book and tells us what it’s all about… 
    • (6:15) The “too risky” money myth and how you actually get rich… 
    • (8:30) How risky is “too risky” and is it worth it? 
    • (10:35) Managing the downside of taking risks 
    • (12:25) Investing where you have an advantage  
    • (16:20) Where does property investment fit into this?  
    • (24:00) Hub Extra 

     

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    17 October 2024, 5:00 am
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