This Property Life Podcast
This Property Life Podcast

This Property Life Podcast

This Property Life

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This Property Life is the podcast that cuts through the noise in the property world.Hosted by Sarah and Nick, we share honest conversations, real-life stories, and practical insights from active investors across the UK. Whether you're starting out or scaling up, you'll find inspiration, knowledge and community here—without the hype.🎙️Weekly episodes🏘️ Real investors, real journeys💡 Actionable tips for every stage of your property journeyWant to connect with other investors in real life? Join the CommunityJoin our growing community with regular in-person & online networking events and exclusive online support. Find out more at www.thispropertylife.co.ukThe world of property investing can be incredibly rewarding—but it can also feel lonely, confusing, and overwhelming at times. Whether you're just starting out or deep into your journey, you’ve probably had moments where you wished you had someone to ask, a sounding board, or a place to stay informed and inspired.That’s exactly why we created the This Property Life Community.What Is the This Property Life Community?It’s more than just a network. This is a space built by property investors, for property investors. A supportive, non-hypey, real-world community designed to help you grow your knowledge, connections, and confidence in all things property.1. Monthly Online Meets, Networking and Expert-Led ContentEvery month, join live networking featuring:Market updates, compliance, finance & what you MUST know as an investorReal investor case studies breaking down what’s working nowDeep dives into trends impacting propertySpecialist panel guests leading networking roomsOpen Q&A sessions where you can ask your burning questionsBusiness Networking, success is a team sport.Miss a network session? All sessions are recorded so you can watch on your schedule.2. In-Person Networking EventsDiscounted Membership ticket prices for in person events.Meet the team and fellow investors face-to-face and do business with each other, help & inspire each other. These events feature:Inspiring guest speakers on topics like HMOs, finance, marketing, and developmentAmple time to build authentic relationships with like-minded peopleNo sales pitches — just genuine networking in a friendly, relaxed environment.Locations alternate between the north and south.3. Exclusive WhatsApp CommunityStay connected and supported 24/7 in our private WhatsApp group:Ask quick questions and get advice from peers and hostsShare wins and challenges for encouragement and insight4. Member-Only Content HubAccess a growing library of premium content, including:Video recordings of all Zoom calls and past eventsBonus interviews and masterclasses with property expertsSpecial Membership OfferTry the TPL Community FREE for 2 months with no obligation. Experience all these benefits firsthand, including access to live Zoom calls, the WhatsApp group, the content hub, and an invitation to our next in-person event. After your free trial, membership continues at just £35 per month — cancel anytime, no contracts, no fuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recent Episodes

Property Investing near Home for UK Developers to Scale with Flips and HMOs with Jake Colwill
DEC 17, 2025
Property Investing near Home for UK Developers to Scale with Flips and HMOs with Jake Colwill
Ready to grow your property business without the hype? Start your free two-month membership trial with This Property Life today! https://bit.ly/this-propertylife-memebership——————————————————————In this episode of This Property Life, host Sarah Blaney speaks with Jake Colwill, an experienced property investor and developer based in Bristol. Jake shares how he and his partner Lucy have built a smart, sustainable property business by flipping properties to generate capital, which they then reinvest into high-quality HMOs in premium southern markets. What You'll Learn:How flipping properties can fuel long-term investment in high-value areas.Why Jake and Lucy focus on tight geographic areas and niche property types.Smart strategies for sourcing off-market deals through relationships and persistence.The mechanics of high-end HMO investing in Article 4 areas, including planning and valuation tips.How to build and maintain a scalable, sustainable property business with clear strategic focus.Timestamps[02:39] - The Origins of Their Strategy[06:03] - Freehold Blocks and Title Splits[09:22] - Sourcing Off-Market Deals[16:02] - Structuring Their Business[19:01] - What Makes a Premium HMO[22:01] - Valuations: Commercial vs. Bricks & Mortar[24:37] - Hold Strategy and Long-Term Thinking[27:36] - Building Momentum Through Niching[30:29] - Final Thoughts and Resilience in PropertyThis Episode is Kindly Sponsored by:Visit thispropertylife.co.uk for more resources, networking events, and industry insights.Follow Jake Colwill Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-colwill-1279b9104/?originalSubdomain=ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jake_colwill/LinkedIn (Company): https://www.linkedin.com/company/innova-property/Website (Company): https://www.innova-property.com/Follow This Property Life Podcast on Socials:Website:https://thispropertylife.co.uk/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/this-property-life-podcast/id1540075591 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ULlN2eRKWojGRAkiSa0mZ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtmPj98bC6swNuYRCaUGPUg  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stop Blaming Landlords for the Housing Crisis for Property Owners with Wendy Whittaker
DEC 10, 2025
Stop Blaming Landlords for the Housing Crisis for Property Owners with Wendy Whittaker
Ready to grow your property business without the hype? Start your free two-month membership trial with This Property Life today! https://bit.ly/this-propertylife-memebership——————————————————————In this episode of This Property Life, host Sarah Blaney is joined by property expert Wendy Whitaker-Large to tackle a provocative and controversial question: Are landlords responsible for the housing crisis? Wendy offers a balanced and experience-led take as they explore key topics such as supply planning, government policy, investor behavior, and what’s really driving the shortage of homes in the UK. What You'll Learn:The debate around secondhand properties and how landlords help refurbish homes.How the media's London-centric perspective distorts the national housing debate.How the Thatcher-era "Right to Buy" policy contributed to the current shortage of affordable homes.The role of small builders in helping to alleviate this crisis, compared to large national developers.A discussion about the government's reliance on private landlords for social housing.Timestamps[01:04] - Introduction of Wendy Whitaker[02:28] - Secondhand Properties & Landlord Refurbishments[06:05] - Media's London Focus[08:09] - Home Ownership and Affordability[12:30] - Right to Buy & Housing Shortage[16:56] - Government Debt & Economic Challenges[21:23] - Small Builders vs. Large Developers[31:19] - Government's Reliance on Private Landlords[40:58] - Renters’ Rights Bill Impact[50:46] - Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThis Episode is Kindly Sponsored by:Visit thispropertylife.co.uk for more resources, networking events, and industry insights.Follow Wendy Whittaker Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/m/in/wendy-whittaker-largeWebsite: https://www.wendywl.uk/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wendywlarge/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendy_whittakerlarge/Follow This Property Life Podcast on Socials:Website:https://thispropertylife.co.uk/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/this-property-life-podcast/id1540075591 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ULlN2eRKWojGRAkiSa0mZ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtmPj98bC6swNuYRCaUGPUg  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Property Finance Survival Tactics for UK Developers in the 2025 Market with Michael Dean
DEC 3, 2025
The Property Finance Survival Tactics for UK Developers in the 2025 Market with Michael Dean
Ready to grow your property business without the hype? Start your free two-month membership trial with This Property Life today! https://bit.ly/this-propertylife-memebership——————————————————————In this episode of This Property Life, host Sarah Blaney speaks with Michael Dean, co-founder of Avamore Capital, about the current challenges facing UK property developers. What You'll Learn:Why do smaller and mid-sized developers have more room for creative deal structuringThe importance of flexibility and negotiation when working with landownersWhat funders are really looking for in today’s marketHow to identify the right landowners for JV or deferred payment dealsStrategies to stay resilient and invest smartly in a challenging property climateTimestamps[02:34] - Michael’s Background[05:36] - Build Cost Inflation, Slow Sales, And Landowner Expectations[09:00] - Why Small-To-Mid Deals Offer More Flexibility[14:38] - Deferred Payments, Overage, Jv Agreements[21:49] - Finding The Right Landowners: Motivated & Pressurised Sellers[29:44] - Operator Vs. Discretionary Developer Mentality[34:24] - Outlook On Interest Rates And The Market Bottom[42:42] - Political Risks And Budget Speculations[45:27] - Final Thoughts & Getting In TouchThis Episode is Kindly Sponsored by:Visit thispropertylife.co.uk for more resources, networking events, and industry insights.Follow Michael Dean Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/propertyfunder/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/property_funder/LinkedIn (Company): https://www.linkedin.com/company/avamore-capital/Instagram (Company): https://www.instagram.com/avamorecapital/Instagram (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/thepfppodcast/Follow This Property Life Podcast on Socials:Website:https://thispropertylife.co.uk/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/this-property-life-podcast/id1540075591 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ULlN2eRKWojGRAkiSa0mZ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtmPj98bC6swNuYRCaUGPUg  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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From Architecture to £1.5K per Sq Ft London Sites using Smart JV Deals with Michael Langley
NOV 26, 2025
From Architecture to £1.5K per Sq Ft London Sites using Smart JV Deals with Michael Langley
Ready to grow your property business without the hype? Start your free two-month membership trial with This Property Life today! https://bit.ly/this-propertylife-memebership——————————————————————In this episode of This Property Life, host Sarah Blaney sits down with Michael Langley, a small-scale property developer who has built his business through smart partnerships and a clear vision. What You'll Learn:How Michael’s architectural skills contribute to the development processHow Michael and Christian structured their JV to leverage their combined skill setsThe process Michael uses to evaluate sites, including market research and feasibility studiesHow to mitigate risks related to planning, cost overruns, and managing timelinesSubcontractor management, cost of materials, and dealing with unexpected delaysTimestamps[02:12] - Michael's transition from architecture to property development[06:22] - Michael discusses meeting his business partner, Christian[11:57] - How profit and project responsibilities are split in their JVs[19:13] - Explanation of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) and their operational structure[23:55] - The cost breakdown of building in different areas[31:24] - Case study of their current development project in Forest Hill, London[42:03] - Challenges in construction costs and subcontractor management[46:34] - Planning delays and the frustrations with under-resourced planning departments[57:26] - Stress-testing deals to ensure investor returns even with market fluctuations[59:47] - Michael’s advice for new developersThis Episode is Kindly Sponsored by:Visit thispropertylife.co.uk for more resources, networking events, and industry insights.Follow Michael Langley Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-langley-mla/?originalSubdomain=ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlangleyproperty/Follow MLA Architecture Ltd:Website: https://mla-architecture.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlaarchitecture/Follow Turnkey Developments Ltd:Website: https://www.turnkey-developments.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turnkey_developments/Follow This Property Life Podcast on Socials:Website: https://thispropertylife.co.uk/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Top 10 Tips for Property Investors to Save Time and Cut Costs in Every Deal with James Lynch
NOV 19, 2025
The Top 10 Tips for Property Investors to Save Time and Cut Costs in Every Deal with James Lynch
Ready to grow your property business without the hype? Start your free two-month membership trial with This Property Life today! https://bit.ly/this-propertylife-memebership——————————————————————In this episode of This Property Life, Sarah Blaney welcomes back property expert James Lynch to look into title splitting. While James’s expertise centers on splitting freehold buildings into leasehold units, the practical strategies he shares today are transferable to almost any property transaction. What You'll Learn:How to use prop tech tools to source profitable deals more efficiently.Clever ways to legally reduce stamp duty through commercial classifications.Techniques for conducting due diligence remotely to save time and travel.Why expediting title registration can save thousands on bridging finance.Timestamps[02:00] - Tip #1: Use PropTech to Source Smart[04:41] - Tip #2: Go Off-Market[05:50] - Tip #3: Save on Stamp Duty (Legally)[08:39] - Tip #4: Due Diligence from a Distance[14:17] - Tip #5: Work with the Right Solicitors[18:16] - Tip #6: Save on Lease Plans[22:54] - Tip #7: Get the Right Valuer[29:13] - Tip #8: Choose the Right Lender and Broker[31:57] - Tip #9: Expedite Title Registration[34:07] - Conclusion & How to Contact JamesThis Episode is Kindly Sponsored by:Visit thispropertylife.co.uk for more resources, networking events, and industry insights.Follow James Lynch Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameshlynch/?originalSubdomain=ukWebsite: http://www.thetitlesplitconsultant.co.uk/LinkedIn (Company): https://www.linkedin.com/company/thetitlesplitconsultant/Facebook (Company): https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Title-Split-Consultant-61564947800547/Instagram (Company): https://www.instagram.com/thetitlesplitconsultant/?hl=enFollow This Property Life Podcast:Website:https://thispropertylife.co.uk/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/this-property-life-podcast/id1540075591 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ULlN2eRKWojGRAkiSa0mZ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtmPj98bC6swNuYRCaUGPUg  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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35 MIN