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What happens when you build a property portfolio, achieve the passive income you wanted… and then decide property isn’t where you want to focus anymore? In this episode of the OMZ Property Podcast, we sit down with Tej from Tej Talks to discuss his journey from recruitment and entrepreneurship to buying 15 properties in just nine months before moving into business acquisitions and building a cleaning company group turning over around £1 million. Tej gives a refreshingly open account of what worked, what went wrong and why his approach to building wealth has changed over the years. We get into: 🏠 How Ted bought 15 properties in only nine months 💰 Why he originally chose property to create passive income 😰 Why he describes that period as one of the most stressful times of his life 🏢 Why he moved from buying property to buying businesses 📈 How he grew a cleaning business from around £250k turnover towards a £1m group 🤝 How business acquisitions can be structured using deferred payments 💷 How he bought a profitable business without using his own money upfront 🔍 How to value a small business before buying it 🚪 Why approaching business owners directly can uncover better deals 📞 The simple sales techniques he used to rapidly grow turnover 🏗️ Why builders and refurbishments were one of the hardest parts of property investing 📉 Why traditional buy-to-let has become much more difficult 🏘️ Why today's property investors need to actively add value 📊 Property vs businesses vs stocks and shares 🧠 The mindset behind building enough income to live life on your own terms We also discuss whether simply buying a standard buy to let property at market value still makes financial sense, how higher costs and regulation have changed the property landscape, and why property investing today may require a much more advanced skill set than it did a decade ago. Ted also explains his approach to buying businesses, including why he generally doesn't want to pay 100% of the purchase price on day one, how deferred consideration can reduce risk, and how seemingly "boring" businesses can generate very attractive cash flow. Whether you're interested in property investing, buying businesses, entrepreneurship, financial freedom or simply escaping the traditional rat race, there are plenty of lessons in this episode. 🎙️ Guest: Tej – Tej Talks If you enjoyed the episode, please LIKE the video, SUBSCRIBE to the OHMS Property Podcast and let us know your biggest takeaway in the comments. What would you rather own today, a portfolio of properties or a portfolio of profitable businesses? #PropertyInvesting #BusinessAcquisition #PropertyPodcast #Entrepreneurship #BuyToLet #BusinessOwner #FinancialFreedom #PropertyInvestment #BuyingBusinesses #UKProperty 🔔 Subscribe for more updates! → @omermehmet7380 📸 Follow me on social media → https://linktr.ee/omzunderthehammer 🚀 Don't forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔, and SHARE this video to stay ahead in the property game!

In this episode of the OMZ Property Podcast, I’m joined by property developers and construction experts Mark and Steve Giorgio to talk about the realities of building, developing and investing in property. With nearly two decades of experience in construction and property development, Mark and Steve share the lessons they’ve learned from working on everything from small refurbishments and extensions to major conversions, HMOs and multi-million-pound projects. We discuss one of the biggest risks facing property investors: choosing the wrong builder. From checking references and insurance to understanding cash flow, development finance and building control, we explain what investors should look for before handing over hundreds of thousands of pounds. Mark and Steve also reveal how they originally left their jobs to become property developers — just before the 2008 property crash hit. With properties they couldn’t sell and credit card bills mounting, they were forced to completely rethink their business and build the construction company they operate today. We also get into: • Why choosing the cheapest builder can become a very expensive mistake • A construction failure that reportedly cost more than £300,000 • How to properly vet a builder before starting a development • Why property developments nearly always take longer than expected • Managing builder cash flow and development finance • Their £250,000 property converted into a 7-bedroom HMO • Why they believe HMOs still have a strong future • HMOs vs flats and commercial-to-residential conversions • The challenges of HMO planning and Article 4 areas • How property investors can protect themselves from costly construction mistakes • Why experienced builders can give property developers a major advantage • Ground screw foundations and how they can speed up extensions and garden rooms • Their advice for anyone starting their first property development Whether you’re already investing in property or considering your first refurbishment, conversion or development, this episode is packed with practical lessons from people who have experienced both the highs and lows of the construction industry. If you enjoyed the episode, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and leave a COMMENT below. Let us know in the comments: What’s the biggest problem you’ve ever had with a builder? 🏠 OMZ Property Podcast Conversations with property investors, developers and industry experts about property investment, development, finance and building long-term wealth. 🔔 Subscribe for more updates! → @omermehmet7380 📸 Follow me on social media → https://linktr.ee/omzunderthehammer #PropertyDevelopment #PropertyInvestment #PropertyPodcast #HMO #HMOs #Construction #PropertyDeveloper #UKProperty #PropertyInvesting #Builders #RealEstateInvesting #UKPropertyInvestment

Architect Caroline Martin bought four acres of land without planning permission—and now faces 50 objections while trying to secure approval for a nine-home development. In this episode of the OMZ Property Podcast, Caroline shares the full story behind the site, from purchasing land outside the settlement boundary to navigating planning policy, technical reports, local opposition and the possibility of a £100,000 archaeological investigation. The project began with a deeply personal goal: to create a family home with self-contained accommodation and meaningful opportunities for her son, who has additional needs. But as the costs and complexity increased, the original self-build evolved into a proposed nine-home development. In this episode, we discuss: 🏡 Why Caroline bought land without planning permission 📍 How development may be possible outside a settlement boundary ⚖️ How the “tilted balance” and five-year housing supply can support an application 📝 Why detailed due diligence is essential before buying land 💷 The £25,000–£30,000 spent on consultants before receiving planning permission 🏺 How archaeology could add approximately £100,000 to the project 🦴 The discovery of pottery, animal bones and two skeletons on the site 🚧 Flood risk, drainage, ecology, highways and nutrient-neutrality assessments 🗣️ How Caroline is responding to 50 objections and a parish council challenge 🏛️ Why a planning committee could still reject a scheme recommended for approval 👨‍👩‍👦 The personal reason Caroline is determined to complete the self-build 🔨 Her plan to build a Dutch-barn-style home and help her eldest son onto the property ladder This conversation reveals the reality of small-scale property development in the UK: substantial upfront costs, complicated planning rules, local politics and no guarantee of approval. Whether you are considering a self-build, purchasing land or planning your first development, this episode is packed with practical lessons about research, risk and navigating the UK planning system. Subscribe to the OMZ Property Podcast for more conversations with property investors, developers, architects and leading industry professionals. #PropertyDevelopment #PlanningPermission #SelfBuild #UKProperty #PropertyInvesting #Architecture #LandDevelopment #PlanningApplication #RealEstateDevelopment #HousingDevelopment 🔔 Subscribe for more updates! → @omermehmet7380 📸 Follow me on social media → https://linktr.ee/omzunderthehammer 🚀 Don't forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔, and SHARE this video to stay ahead in the property game!

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Former footballer Jason Donlan shares his remarkable journey from addiction and personal setbacks to building a successful HMO property business. After his football career ended, Jason found himself struggling with alcohol and drugs before seeking help and completely rebuilding his life. Now 18 years sober, he explains how working in addiction support shaped his outlook, why he eventually left employment, and how renting out rooms in his own home opened his eyes to property investing. In this episode, Jason reveals: 🏠 How he moved from supported housing into full-time property investing 💷 How he turned a £170,000 two-bedroom house into a six-bedroom HMO valued at £515,000 📈 The strategy he used to replace his salary through property 🤝 Why the right mentor and professional team can transform your results ⚠️ The risks of commercial valuations and overleveraging 🏦 Why HMO investors should spread borrowing across different lenders 🛏️ How en suites, better furnishings and tea stations improve tenant demand 🔥 The reality of planning, Article 4, building control and fire regulations 👨‍👦 How Jason is teaching his children about business, property and earning potential Jason’s story is about much more than property. It is a powerful conversation about recovery, accountability, resilience and creating the right environment to change your life. Whether you are considering your first investment or already building an HMO portfolio, this episode offers practical lessons and an honest look at the challenges behind property success. Subscribe to the OMZ Property Podcast for more conversations with property investors, developers and industry experts. #PropertyInvesting #HMO #PropertyPodcast #PropertyDevelopment #UKProperty #RealEstateInvesting #AddictionRecovery #Entrepreneurship #PropertyBusiness #financialfreedom 🔔 Subscribe for more updates! → @omermehmet7380 📸 Follow me on social media → https://linktr.ee/omzunderthehammer 🚀 Don't forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔, and SHARE this video to stay ahead in the property game!

Why do some property developments sell out while others sit empty for years? In this episode of the OMZ Property Podcast, I sit down with Aisha Agarwal, founder of Inspire New Homes and one of the UK's leading new homes sales and marketing consultants. With more than 20 years of experience working alongside developers, local authorities, housing associations and major property companies, Aisha shares the strategies that help developers sell faster, reduce risk and avoid costly mistakes. If you're a property developer, investor, landlord or anyone interested in the UK housing market, this episode is packed with practical advice you can apply to your next project. In this episode we cover: 🏗️ Why so many new build developments struggle to sell 📈 The biggest mistakes developers make before construction even starts 🏡 What today's buyers actually want from new homes ⚡ Why energy-efficient homes are becoming a major selling point 💰 How developers can reduce the risk of unsold stock 📊 Marketing strategies that generate off-plan sales 🤝 Why networking and personal branding create opportunities in property 🚀 Aisha's journey from banking to becoming one of the UK's respected property consultants Whether you're building your first development or delivering large-scale residential schemes, there are valuable lessons throughout this conversation. 👇 Let us know in the comments: What's the biggest challenge facing property developers in today's market? 📩 For Property Finance Enquiries: Trinity Finance Email: [email protected] Phone: 01322 907000 If you enjoyed this episode, please: ✅ Like the video ✅ Subscribe for more property investing and development content ✅ Share this with another developer or investor #PropertyInvestment #BuyToLet #LandlordTips #HMO #BRRR #UKHousingMarket #RealEstateInvesting #PassiveIncome #PropertyInvestment2025

In this inspiring episode of the Omz Property Podcast, we sit down with Katie Chambers, founder of Property Pow Wow, to discuss her incredible journey into property investing, overcoming Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and why she believes genuine relationships are far more valuable than expensive property courses. Katie shares how she transformed personal challenges into purpose, using property as a vehicle to build financial freedom while helping vulnerable people along the way. From flipping houses in Kent to launching a new style of property networking, this conversation is packed with honest insights, practical advice, and plenty of inspiration for anyone interested in property investing. Whether you're just starting your property journey or you're an experienced investor looking to grow your network, there's something in this episode for everyone. 🔥 In this episode we cover: Katie's inspiring journey from corporate insurance to property investing Living with Multiple Sclerosis while building a property business Why networking can be more valuable than expensive property education The truth about traditional property networking events Property investing strategies for beginners Assisted sales explained Lessons learned from auction properties and costly mistakes Why community and mindset are critical for long-term success Building Property Pow Wow – a fresh approach to networking Katie's biggest property lessons and advice for new investors If you've ever felt overwhelmed about getting started in property, this episode will give you the confidence to take your first step. 📩 For Property Finance Enquiries: Trinity Finance Email: [email protected] Phone: 01322 907000 👇 Let us know in the comments: What's the biggest challenge you've faced on your property journey? 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to: ✔ Like ✔ Subscribe ✔ Share this episode with someone interested in property investing ✔ Turn on notifications so you never miss a future episode. #PropertyInvestment #BuyToLet #LandlordTips #HMO #BRRR #UKHousingMarket #RealEstateInvesting #PassiveIncome #PropertyInvestment2025

🏠 Why Smart Investors Are Leaving Buy to Let for Supported Living | Kamal Fared Is traditional buy-to-let becoming less attractive for UK property investors? In this episode of the Ohms Property Podcast, I sit down with Kamal Fared—property investor, developer, civil engineer, and entrepreneur—to discuss why more investors are exploring supported living, assisted accommodation, temporary accommodation, and social housing as alternatives to conventional buy-to-let investing. Kamal shares how he built a portfolio of 160+ properties across Kent, London, and Essex, why he actively buys properties that most investors avoid, and how his engineering background has helped him create opportunities from structural problems, distressed assets, and complex developments. We also discuss: ✅ Why supported living is growing rapidly in the UK ✅ How investors can secure long-term leases with providers ✅ The truth about guaranteed rent schemes ✅ Temporary accommodation vs traditional buy-to-let ✅ Social housing myths and realities ✅ How to identify good supported living providers ✅ Structural defects that scare off other investors ✅ Buying below market value through problem-solving ✅ The future of UK property investing ✅ Why lending and finance remain the biggest challenge for developers Whether you're an experienced landlord, property developer, or just starting your investment journey, this episode offers valuable insights into one of the fastest-growing sectors in UK property. ⏱️ In This Episode: 00:00 – Introduction 00:00:37 – Meet Kamal Fared 00:02:05 – Why Social Housing & Supported Living Are Growing 00:04:01 – Buying Properties with Structural Defects 00:05:55 – The First Deal That Changed Everything 00:06:23 – New Build Developments & Scaling a Property Business 00:18:43 – Supported Living Explained 00:22:17 – Temporary Accommodation & Enhanced Rents 00:29:07 – What Makes the Ideal Supported Living Property? 00:38:30 – True or False 00:44:14 – Under The Hammer 00:47:29 – Off The Record 00:49:35 – Building a 160+ Property Portfolio 00:53:17 – The Biggest Risks Facing Property Investors Today 📩 For Property Finance Enquiries: Trinity Finance Email: [email protected] Phone: 01322 907000 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to: Like, Comment, Subscribe or Share with other property investors #PropertyInvesting #SupportedLiving #SocialHousing #PropertyDevelopment #BuyToLet #PropertyPodcast #UKProperty #PropertyInvestor #AssistedLiving #TemporaryAccommodation #Landlord #PropertyInvestment #WealthBuilding #RealEstateInvesting #OhmsPropertyPodcast

UK property investing: Jason Patterson, known as The Short Lease King, went from stacking bread at Sainsbury’s to building a serious property portfolio through short lease flats, lease extensions and buy to let property. In this episode of the OMZ Under The Hammer Property Podcast, we sit down with Jason Patterson to break down how he got started in property in 2001, why he focused on leasehold flats instead of freehold houses, and how short lease property investing can create value when you understand the numbers, the legal pack, the freeholder and your exit strategy. Jason shares the mindset, discipline and delayed gratification that helped him build assets while still working at Sainsbury’s — plus the practical lessons he learned from buying, refurbishing, reconfiguring and refinancing flats in the UK. In this episode, we cover: ✅ From Sainsbury’s bread aisle to building a property portfolio ✅ Why short lease flats can be a hidden opportunity in UK property ✅ Lease extensions explained: the 80-year rule, marriage value and freeholders ✅ How Jason uses refurbishments, reconfiguration and refinancing to create value ✅ The risks of buying short lease flats at auction ✅ Legal pack mistakes that can cost investors thousands ✅ Buy-to-let, BRR strategy and recycling your cash ✅ Service charges, block management and right to manage ✅ Freehold vs leasehold: what investors need to understand ✅ Delayed gratification, saving for a deposit and building wealth slowly ✅ Jason’s thoughts on Dubai property, leasehold reform and the future of UK property investing Whether you’re a first-time investor, landlord, buy-to-let investor or someone looking for property investing strategies that still work in today’s market, this episode gives you a real look at the mindset, due diligence and long-term approach behind building wealth through property. 👇 Comment below: Would you buy a short lease flat below 80 years? 🎧 Subscribe to OMZ Under The Hammer for more UK property investing stories, property finance insights and real conversations with investors, developers and industry experts. Guest: Jason Patterson, The Short Lease King Follow Jason: https://www.instagram.com/shortleaseking/ Follow OMZ Under The Hammer: https://www.instagram.com/omzunderthehammer Property finance / mortgage enquiries: https://www.trinityfinance.co.uk - 01322 907 000 ⚠️ Disclaimer: This video is for general educational purposes only and is not financial, mortgage, tax, legal or investment advice. Always carry out your own due diligence and speak to qualified professionals before buying property or investing. #PropertyInvesting #ShortLeaseFlats #UKProperty

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