The Investors Corner

The Investors Corner
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Are you a property investor or have property investing goals for the near future? This is the Investors Corner Podcast is for you! We created the show because most podcasts for property investors tend to be just backhanded sales funnels. This podcast is full of free advice from specialist property guests. We have episodes with business coaches, accountants, mortgage advisors, commercial finance specialists, ARLA reps, auctioneers, new homes experts and many many more property people. If you are in property and want to come on the show as a guest then please contact us. We will always update our subscribers with industry breaking news, letting legislation changes and market trends. So make sure you hit that subscribe button ladies and gents. Your hosts are Andy Brown, Ian Macbeth & Mike Robson. Andy has been active in estate agency since 2011 and is still as passionate about it now as he was when he first started. Andy lives in Berkshire with his wife, daughter, dog and cat. Dedicated to making the necessary changes within the industry, Andy is on a mission to help people and make sure they receive the correct advice, at the right time. As Avocado's Letting's Director, Andy is the man to talk to if you have any lettings or landlord queries. Ian has over 20 years in property as a business owner, property investor and event speaker. Ian lives with his two beautiful daughters and wife. He is also an ultramarathon runner who once completed a 100 mile race in under 24hrs. Ian has a goal to disrupt estate agency in the UK. He feels the time is right to change the industry for the better before he retires. Mike has worked as a property investor, advisor, run property management teams, owns an estate agency business and is also a landlord. Mike lives in Berkshire with his lovely wife, son and dog Willow. Mike aims to change how landlords, tenants and letting agents interact. He wants to push out 'bad' tenants and landlords from the industry. He is outspoken on the podcast when it comes to protecting the modern day property investor. If you are interested in hearing about the future of the property market, finding out about creative finance options, how to use your business to invest in property, or just like learning from property experts in their field… This is the podcast for you. We hope you enjoy our property show. Andy, Ian & Mike

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Who Wins Next The Landlords Who Will Thrive and Those Who Won't

    If Part One explored what's changed, Part Two asks what happens next.   Are smaller landlords being squeezed out, or are they evolving? Where is opportunity still hiding in what many call a challenging market? Have tenant expectations permanently shifted? And if regulation continues tightening, does that strengthen or weaken the sector long term? In this episode, we look forward and identify the traits that will separate landlords who thrive over the next three to five years from those who quietly exit. Topics covered include: Whether smaller landlords are being forced out or adapting Where investors are still finding opportunity in a tighter climate How tenant expectations are reshaping portfolio performance Whether increased regulation ultimately strengthens or weakens the private rental sector The five characteristics that will define successful landlords over the next 3–5 years The sector may be becoming more complex  but complexity doesn't remove opportunity. It raises the standard.     Connect with Luke & Survey Network: Website: https://www.survey-network.co.uk/ Luke: https://www.survey-network.co.uk/agent-profile/luke-masters LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/survey-network/?viewAsMember=true     🎙 Listen to The Investor's Corner Podcast  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Awfoi9dUoU55k0D7uf64a  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-investors-corner/id1588273348  Don't forget to subscribe for more straight-talking insights for landlords and property investors.

    27 min

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    The Great Landlord Reset What Just Changed

    The private rental sector has entered a new phase and it's not subtle.   With rising mortgage costs, tightening compliance, and the introduction of the Renters' Rights Act 2024 from 1st May including the removal of Section 21 landlords are operating under a completely different set of rules.     So what's actually changed?   Are we seeing smarter landlords or simply fewer willing to stay in the game? Has the balance of power shifted? And is property management now more about legal risk than rent collection?     In Part One, we break down what's happened, what caught landlords off guard, and why this moment feels like a structural reset rather than a short-term wobble. Inside this episode: What has changed most for landlords in the past two years Whether the sector is becoming smarter or simply smaller What new investors must now understand before entering Why property management has shifted toward risk control Whether the balance of power between landlord and tenant has moved This isn't panic commentary, it's commercial analysis of a market that has quietly reset. Part Two explores where opportunity still exists and who will win over the next five years.     Connect with Luke & Survey Network:   Website: https://www.survey-network.co.uk/ Luke: https://www.survey-network.co.uk/agent-profile/luke-masters LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/survey-network/?viewAsMember=true      🎙 Listen to The Investor's Corner Podcast    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Awfoi9dUoU55k0D7uf64a  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-investors-corner/id1588273348    Don't forget to subscribe for more straight-talking insights for landlords and property investors.

    35 min

  3. 13 FEB

    $2 Trillion Vanished – Who Survived

    Bitcoin and the wider crypto market have gone through multiple boom-and-bust cycles. During downturns, headlines focus on the losses, but experienced investors often focus on long-term positioning and risk management. In Part Two, we continue the conversation with James Dewar, Partner at Bridge2Bitcoin and founder of Berkshire Bitcoiners, looking at how investors approach volatility, manage risk, and decide whether Bitcoin belongs alongside more traditional assets such as property. We also discuss practical use cases, including how businesses are using Bitcoin and the Lightning Network for payments and treasury management.   In this episode we discuss: Why the market fell and what drove the downturn How experienced investors manage risk Common mistakes newcomers make Whether Bitcoin has a place alongside property What the next few years could realistically look like How to learn more safely   Links to James Dewar https://bridge2bitcoin.com/ https://bitcoinevents.uk/berkshire-bitcoiners/ https://x.com/Bitcoinshire https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-dewar/   🎙 Listen to The Investor's Corner Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Awfoi9dUoU55k0D7uf64a Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-investors-corner/id1588273348 Don't forget to subscribe for more straight-talking insights for landlords and property investors.

    32 min

  4. 13 FEB

    Bitcoin vs Property Have We Been Investing in the Wrong Thing

    Property has been a core wealth-building strategy in the UK for decades, familiar, tangible and widely trusted. But over the same period, Bitcoin has gone from an obscure experiment to a globally traded asset attracting institutional attention. Its volatility makes headlines, but so do its long-term returns. In this episode, we sit down with James Dewar, Partner at Bridge2Bitcoin and founder of Berkshire Bitcoiners, to start at the beginning: what Bitcoin is, why it exists, and why investors are paying attention. This conversation focuses on fundamentals and context, especially for property investors who want to understand how Bitcoin compares as an asset class.   In this episode we cover: What Bitcoin is in plain English Why it has become more widely adopted The risks investors should understand How returns compare with property and gold Who is buying Bitcoin today Whether beginners are already too late Part Two will be out tomorrow were we discuss moves into strategy, market cycles and how investors think about risk.   Links to James Dewar https://bridge2bitcoin.com/ https://bitcoinevents.uk/berkshire-bitcoiners/ https://x.com/Bitcoinshire https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-dewar/   🎙 Listen to The Investor's Corner Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Awfoi9dUoU55k0D7uf64a Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-investors-corner/id1588273348 Don't forget to subscribe for more straight-talking insights for landlords and property investors.

    29 min

  5. 30 JAN

    Why Mortgage Strategy Matters More Than Rates Now

    Mortgages are no longer a one-size-fits-all decision and the market has shifted more than most people realise.   In this episode, we sit down with Harvinder from Mortgage Tribe to unpack the current mortgage landscape and what it means for buyers, landlords and property investors.   We discuss what's happening behind the scenes with lenders, how swap rates are influencing mortgage pricing, and why banks are approaching risk very differently to just a few years ago.   The conversation also covers how to make a mortgage work for you, not just by chasing the lowest rate, but by understanding structure, flexibility and strategy. We break down: The current mortgage landscape and lender appetite What's happening in the wider property market How banks are pricing risk and rolling out new products Two-year vs five-year fixes — and who each suits The role of swap rates and why they matter What borrowers should be thinking about next This episode is ideal for anyone navigating a mortgage decision, refinancing soon, or trying to understand where the market is really heading beyond the headlines.   This episode is sponsored by mortgage tribe - https://www.mortgagetribe.co.uk/contact-us   🎙 Listen to The Investor's Corner Podcast  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Awfoi9dUoU55k0D7uf64a  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-investors-corner/id1588273348    Don't forget to subscribe for more straight-talking insights for landlords and property investors.

    28 min

  6. 16 JAN

    Why Buy-to-Let Isn't Playing Out the Way People Think

    Is buy-to-let really dead or are investors just looking in the wrong places?   In this episode, we break down the UK property market as it stands in and cut through the noise around landlord exits, rental shortages and rising regulation.   We kick things off with a snapshot of the current rental market, looking at supply levels, lending appetite and what the numbers actually say, not just the headlines.   From there, we ask the big question: is London now a dead market for buy-to-let investors?    We compare the capital to the regions and explain why yield, leverage and rental demand matter more than ever. We then reveal where we'd personally invest for buy-to-let, breaking down: Why northern cities like Leeds, Manchester and Liverpool continue to outperform The balance between yield, rental inflation and long-term growth What the numbers look like on real-world deals We also discuss what type of property we'd invest in, why 2–3 bed homes dominate the rental market, and how tenant demand is shifting, including the rise in higher-end rentals.   Finally, we look at the impact of the Renters' Rights Act, and ask whether platforms like OpenRent are about to lose their edge as regulation, compliance and professional management become more important than ever.   If you're a landlord, investor, or thinking about getting into buy-to-let, this episode will help you make sense of where the market is really heading.     This episode is sponsored by Avocado Property – your trusted partner for all things property. - https://avocadopropertyagents.co.uk/   🎙 Listen to The Investor's Corner Podcast    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Awfoi9dUoU55k0D7uf64a  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-investors-corner/id1588273348    Don't forget to subscribe for more straight-talking insights for landlords and property investors.

    28 min

  7. 31/12/2025

    Only 17% of Landlords Know This Law Is Coming… Are You One of Them

    The UK rental market has shifted more in the past 12 months than most landlords realise and the data behind it is eye-opening. In this episode, Andy, Cindy and Ian sit down to break down everything that's changed over the last year, from stamp duty and the UK budget to the growing impact of the Renters' Rights Act. We cut through the headlines and focus on what the numbers are actually telling us about risk, opportunity and where the market is heading next. We uncover the fact that 25% of all new lets in the UK are now being agreed through OpenRent, placing a huge proportion of landlords at risk without even realising it. Even more concerning, only 17% of landlords are fully aware of what the Renters' Rights Act really means for their portfolios. We also discuss why: Q1 and Q2 could be a rare buying window for investors, with more choice and better pricing Around 80% of properties coming to market are still selling, showing a steady housing market Rents continue to rise at 3–4% year on year, with no real signs of slowing The gap between informed and uninformed landlords is widening faster than ever This is a calm, honest and practical conversation for landlords and investors who want to stay compliant, protect their investments and make smarter decisions for the year ahead without the usual noise and scare tactics.   🎙 Listen to The Investor's Corner Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Awfoi9dUoU55k0D7uf64a Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-investors-corner/id1588273348   Don't forget to subscribe for more straight-talking insights for landlords and property investors.

    24 min

  8. 19/12/2025

    Your Will Isn't Enough After the Budget - Here's What Every Landlord Must Fix

    Welcome back everyone. Today we're diving into the part of the Budget that barely got any airtime but massively impacts landlords: inheritance, pensions, and long-term planning.   From 2027, unused pensions will now be hit with inheritance tax. And from 2031, the freeze on inheritance tax thresholds ends, which sounds good but actually creates a bit of a ticking time bomb for landlords with growing portfolios.   So, to make sense of it all, we've brought in an estate planner who deals with this stuff every single day. We'll run through the key Budget changes, bust a load of myths landlords still believe, and look at some real-life scenarios that catch people out. If you're a landlord with a portfolio, a pension, or a family you don't want to leave a tax mess this one's absolutely worth a listen   In this episode, we break down how the 2025 Budget changes the landscape for landlord inheritance planning, especially with new rules around pensions and frozen tax thresholds. We cover: Inheritance Tax being charged on unused pensions from 2027 The freeze on IHT thresholds ending in 2031 and what it really means How frozen income tax thresholds affect lifetime gifting The impact of rising savings tax on inheritance planning Why limited companies don't protect you from inheritance tax Common landlord mistakes with wills, gifting, trusts and company shares Real scenarios showing how the new rules play out   If you're a landlord and you haven't reviewed your will or inheritance plan since the Budget, this episode could save your family a huge amount of tax and stress later on.   Get in touch with Jamie   Website: https://soteriaplanning.uk/agent-profile/jamie-shepherd Email: jshepherd@soteriaplanning.uk Phone Number: 07787 410 958 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-shepherd-754732141/   Read Soteria Planning's Guide to writing a will: https://online.flipbuilder.com/mwcp/lbvf/   🎙 Listen to The Investor's Corner Podcast   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Awfoi9dUoU55k0D7uf64a Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-investors-corner/id1588273348   Don't forget to subscribe for more straight-talking insights for landlords and property investors.

    43 min
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Are you a property investor or have property investing goals for the near future? This is the Investors Corner Podcast is for you! We created the show because most podcasts for property investors tend to be just backhanded sales funnels. This podcast is full of free advice from specialist property guests. We have episodes with business coaches, accountants, mortgage advisors, commercial finance specialists, ARLA reps, auctioneers, new homes experts and many many more property people. If you are in property and want to come on the show as a guest then please contact us. We will always update our subscribers with industry breaking news, letting legislation changes and market trends. So make sure you hit that subscribe button ladies and gents. Your hosts are Andy Brown, Ian Macbeth & Mike Robson. Andy has been active in estate agency since 2011 and is still as passionate about it now as he was when he first started. Andy lives in Berkshire with his wife, daughter, dog and cat. Dedicated to making the necessary changes within the industry, Andy is on a mission to help people and make sure they receive the correct advice, at the right time. As Avocado's Letting's Director, Andy is the man to talk to if you have any lettings or landlord queries. Ian has over 20 years in property as a business owner, property investor and event speaker. Ian lives with his two beautiful daughters and wife. He is also an ultramarathon runner who once completed a 100 mile race in under 24hrs. Ian has a goal to disrupt estate agency in the UK. He feels the time is right to change the industry for the better before he retires. Mike has worked as a property investor, advisor, run property management teams, owns an estate agency business and is also a landlord. Mike lives in Berkshire with his lovely wife, son and dog Willow. Mike aims to change how landlords, tenants and letting agents interact. He wants to push out 'bad' tenants and landlords from the industry. He is outspoken on the podcast when it comes to protecting the modern day property investor. If you are interested in hearing about the future of the property market, finding out about creative finance options, how to use your business to invest in property, or just like learning from property experts in their field… This is the podcast for you. We hope you enjoy our property show. Andy, Ian & Mike

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    The Investors Corner
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    2021 - 2026
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