This Property Life Podcast Property Wealth System

Sarah Blaney interviews Thomas Landen, the CMO of RoomPrice Genie, a pricing automation system for hotels and short-stay rentals. Thomas discusses the global reach of their company, which is based in Amsterdam but operates remotely with teams all over the world. He explains how RoomPrice Genie helps hotels optimise their prices based on market demand, competition, and internal factors.

Thomas also shares insights on the current state of the hotel industry, the growing trend of dynamic pricing, and the blurring lines between hotels and apartments.

KEY TAKEAWAYS


RoomPrice Genie is a pricing automation system that helps hotels, apartments, and short-stay rentals optimise their prices based on market demand, internal factors, and competition.
The rise of digital nomads and remote workers is a growing trend in the industry, leading to an increased demand for flexible accommodations like apartments.
The line between hotels and apartments is blurring, with new concepts emerging that offer a mix of hotel-like services and apartment-style accommodations.
Technology plays a significant role in the industry, making it easier for operators to manage their properties remotely and provide a seamless guest experience. However, the personal touch and hospitality are still crucial for guest satisfaction.

BEST MOMENTS

“I'm always a little disappointed by the whole tech forward companies."

"We must remember that this is a hospitality industry and being a host is one of the most important things, not necessarily always in person, but the experience that you give."

"And I think there's the frustration of like going to a chatbot and just talking to a robot and not going anywhere is worse than anything you can... Yeah, that's not a place where we should focus on."

"And that is always what makes and breaks his day, in my opinion."

 VALUABLE RESOURCES

This Property Life - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/this-property-life-podcast/id1540075591       

Property Wealth System YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PropertyWealthSystem    

ABOUT THE SHOW

This Property Life is hosted by the team at Property Wealth System. We are a collective of experienced active investors passionate about all things property.

Caroline Claydon Caroline Claydon has over 22 years experience in investing in property but it’s only the last 12 years she’s operated as a professional investor.  Her and her husband have built their portfolio throughout the UK covering strategies from buy to let’s, social housing, HMOs, developments and more recently a hotel.  She has travelled the world training people for the last 10 years on how to invest, scale and accelerate their UK property businesses regardless of where they are based.   Caroline loves helping people reach their full potential by changing their mindsets to money, debt, property and investing. 

James D’Souza started investing in property from a young age and now owns a significant portfolio of buy-to-let properties, professional HMO’s and commercial developments. Whilst actively growing his own property business, James helps countless other people start and scale their own property journey.

CONTACT METHOD

You can join Caroline and James along with a whole host of other like-minded investors in the Property Wealth System Facebook Community:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertywealthcommunity

Caroline Email: caroline@propertywealthsystem.co.uk

Caroline Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-claydon-property/

James Email: james@propertywealthsystem.co.uk

James Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-d-souza-552342104/
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Caroline Claydon and Sarah Blaney discuss various questions and topics related to property investment and management, covering issues such as handling auctions, dealing with severe down valuations from lenders, valuing HMOs, regulations in the serviced accommodation market, and window furnishings for rental properties.

Caroline also shares updates on her upcoming co-working space projects and the challenges of securing financing for unique ventures.

KEY TAKEAWAYS


When participating in auctions, it is important to have the necessary deposit money ready for each lot you bid on. If you lose the bid, the money will be redeposited back into your account.
If you experience a severe down valuation from a lender, contesting it may not be successful. It is often more effective to start a new finance process with a different lender that uses a different surveyor.
Valuing an HMO can vary depending on location, lender, and other factors. It is important to consult with other landlords in the area and work closely with your broker to understand the valuation process.
When dealing with a property that has a strong odour, using bicarbonate of soda and vinegar can help remove the smell

BEST MOMENTS

"There are enough deals to be had under normal buying conditions where you don't need to have those deposits sat there."

"I think take a step back and make sure that you're really talking to your broker. Try a couple of different brokers."

"I think people often ask when it's your first one and you don't have a recipe of what you did last time."

"I think it's just being a little bit more flexible, I guess. And that's one thing about being a small operator."

 VALUABLE RESOURCES

This Property Life - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/this-property-life-podcast/id1540075591       

Property Wealth System YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PropertyWealthSystem    

ABOUT THE SHOW

This Property Life is hosted by the team at Property Wealth System. We are a collective of experienced active investors passionate about all things property.

Caroline Claydon Caroline Claydon has over 22 years experience in investing in property but it’s only the last 12 years she’s operated as a professional investor.  Her and her husband have built their portfolio throughout the UK covering strategies from buy to let’s, social housing, HMOs, developments and more recently a hotel.  She has travelled the world training people for the last 10 years on how to invest, scale and accelerate their UK property businesses regardless of where they are based.   Caroline loves helping people reach their full potential by changing their mindsets to money, debt, property and investing. 

James D’Souza started investing in property from a young age and now owns a significant portfolio of buy-to-let properties, professional HMO’s and commercial developments. Whilst actively growing his own property business, James helps countless other people start and scale their own property journey.

CONTACT METHOD

You can join Caroline and James along with a whole host of other like-minded investors in the Property Wealth System Facebook Community:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertywealthcommunity

Caroline Email: caroline@propertywealthsystem.co.uk

Caroline Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-claydon-property/

James Email: james@propertywealthsystem.co.uk

James Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-d-souza-552342104/

 
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Nick Claydon talks to Danny, and Katie, who discuss their journey in the property industry, reflecting particularly on their initial meeting and mentorship, as well as the challenges they faced, including personal and relationship changes.

Despite these obstacles, they remained positive and committed to their goals, and here they share how they pivoted their strategy during the COVID-19 pandemic and successfully raised a million pounds in private finance, as well as their approach to scaling their portfolio, including buying 12 houses in 12 months!

KEY TAKEAWAYS


There is always a need to adapt and pivot quickly in order to overcome challenges and continue moving forward.
By being authentic and sharing their journey, Katie and Danny were able to attract investors who believed in their vision and wanted to be a part of their success.
When it comes to working with spouses or partners, Danny and Katie stress the significance of being on the same page and working together towards a common vision.
Problem-solving is a key attribute of a successful property investor. We need to navigate challenges, find solutions, and overcome obstacles that arise throughout the investing journey.

BEST MOMENTS

"We're trying to break through and are breaking through that sort of generational wealth, glass ceiling, if you like."

"We've raised a million pounds and bought 12 houses in 2021."

"We stopped raising money for a little while because we thought we've actually got this all lined up and it's comfortable."

"Don't stop, just keep doing it all the time, whether you think you need it or not, because the likelihood is you will."

 VALUABLE RESOURCES

This Property Life - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/this-property-life-podcast/id1540075591       

Property Wealth System YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PropertyWealthSystem    

ABOUT THE SHOW

This Property Life is hosted by the team at Property Wealth System. We are a collective of experienced active investors passionate about all things property.

Caroline Claydon Caroline Claydon has over 22 years experience in investing in property but it’s only the last 12 years she’s operated as a professional investor.  Her and her husband have built their portfolio throughout the UK covering strategies from buy to let’s, social housing, HMOs, developments and more recently a hotel.  She has travelled the world training people for the last 10 years on how to invest, scale and accelerate their UK property businesses regardless of where they are based.   Caroline loves helping people reach their full potential by changing their mindsets to money, debt, property and investing. 

James D’Souza started investing in property from a young age and now owns a significant portfolio of buy-to-let properties, professional HMO’s and commercial developments. Whilst actively growing his own property business, James helps countless other people start and scale their own property journey.

CONTACT METHOD

You can join Caroline and James along with a whole host of other like-minded investors in the Property Wealth System Facebook Community:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertywealthcommunity

Caroline Email: caroline@propertywealthsystem.co.uk

Caroline Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-claydon-property/

James Email: james@propertywealthsystem.co.uk

James Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-d-souza-552342104/

 
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Sarah Blaney interviews Nick Claydon about the many challenges faced when a project nears completion, including the importance of marketing and building relationships with local businesses, as well as the frustrations of dealing with utilities and infrastructure.

KEY TAKEAWAYS


Start early and be proactive in dealing with utilities and infrastructure when launching a project.
There’s huge value in networking and being part of a community of like-minded individuals in the property industry.
There’s a great need to retain control and stay involved in important aspects of the project, rather than outsourcing everything to others.
There are benefits to be found in marketing and collaboration with local businesses to enhance the guest experience and attract customers.

BEST MOMENTS

"Anything relating to public sector interaction is a challenge, I think. And you have to build in extra time, and a lot of extra time, I think, to deal with that."

"So yeah, it's all good fun doing that. I like that angle, that part of it”

"When you're doing a big project like a hotel or like a co-working space, where you know you have a wide audience at the end who can use your service, the other thing that it's not a challenge, it's just part of the process is…"

"When you're working on a big project which does need these infrastructures put in, it's something that, whilst you can say, oh, I've allowed eight months for this, it's one of those things where it can astound you how long it can take."

 VALUABLE RESOURCES

This Property Life - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/this-property-life-podcast/id1540075591       

Property Wealth System YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PropertyWealthSystem    

ABOUT THE SHOW

This Property Life is hosted by the team at Property Wealth System. We are a collective of experienced active investors passionate about all things property.

Caroline Claydon Caroline Claydon has over 22 years experience in investing in property but it’s only the last 12 years she’s operated as a professional investor.  Her and her husband have built their portfolio throughout the UK covering strategies from buy to let’s, social housing, HMOs, developments and more recently a hotel.  She has travelled the world training people for the last 10 years on how to invest, scale and accelerate their UK property businesses regardless of where they are based.   Caroline loves helping people reach their full potential by changing their mindsets to money, debt, property and investing. 

James D’Souza started investing in property from a young age and now owns a significant portfolio of buy-to-let properties, professional HMO’s and commercial developments. Whilst actively growing his own property business, James helps countless other people start and scale their own property journey.

CONTACT METHOD

You can join Caroline and James along with a whole host of other like-minded investors in the Property Wealth System Facebook Community:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertywealthcommunity

Caroline Email: caroline@propertywealthsystem.co.uk

Caroline Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-claydon-property/

James Email: james@propertywealthsystem.co.uk

James Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-d-souza-552342104/
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Nick Claydon talks to Babs Elscome, who shares her journey into property investing and how she overcame challenges along the way. As someone who works in risk management, Babs initially struggled with the idea of investing in property. However, her desire for more time with her daughter and the tangible nature of property led her to take the leap. Babs discusses her first property deal, a block of flats in Morecambe, and how she has since expanded her portfolio through creative financing and finding angel investors. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS


Babs initially had reservations about approaching family and friends for investment, but she learned to overcome this block by networking with professionals and building trust with potential investors.
Babs demonstrated persistence in finding opportunities, such as writing a letter to a vendor and reaching out to potential investors on social media. This persistence led to successful deals and partnerships.
You can never underestimate the importance of building relationships based on trust and likability. By establishing trust and rapport with potential investors, Barbara was able to secure funding for her projects.
There is a need for ongoing learning and development in the property industry. Barbara sought out coaching and mentorship, which helped her expand her knowledge and skills, enabling her to tackle more complex projects and overcome obstacles.

BEST MOMENTS

"But yeah, I think it was a, I'd been a bit accidental landlord a few years before and sold at a loss and just kind of thought, yeah, I just didn't know what I was doing." 

"So yeah, I think it was just the training and Caroline and realising that I was in a pain point."

"So, OK, so tell us a little bit about, you know, you came on some training and you got started. I know you got started straight away. You kind of got the spark, didn't you?"

"So, um, yeah, I think, I think cause it was always still that, you know, tenancies and the properties that were already had in the background. And then, um, yeah, I think it was just, uh, yeah, I really enjoy property." 

 VALUABLE RESOURCES

This Property Life - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/this-property-life-podcast/id1540075591       

Property Wealth System YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PropertyWealthSystem    

To enter the competition, make sure you follow or subscribe to the podcast and leave a review, LIKE the Property Wealth System page on Facebook (SEE LINK BELOW), and then TAG 3 friends on the competition post you'll find there!

ABOUT THE SHOW

This Property Life is hosted by the team at Property Wealth System. We are a collective of experienced active investors passionate about all things property.

Caroline Claydon Caroline Claydon has over 22 years experience in investing in property but it’s only the last 12 years she’s operated as a professional investor.  Her and her husband have built their portfolio throughout the UK covering strategies from buy to let’s, social housing, HMOs, developments and more recently a hotel.  She has travelled the world training people for the last 10 years on how to invest, scale and accelerate their UK property businesses regardless of where they are based.   Caroline loves helping people reach their full potential by changing their mindsets to money, debt, property and investing. 

James D’Souza started investing in property from a young age and now owns a significant portfolio of buy-to-let properties, professional HMO’s and commercial developments. Whilst actively growing his own property business, James helps countless other people start and scale their own property journey.

CONTACT METHOD

You can join Caroline and James along with a whole host of other like-minded investors in the Property Wealth System Facebook Community:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertywealthcommunity

Caroline Email: caroline@propertywealthsystem.co.uk

Caroline Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-claydo

Sarah Blaney interviews James Horgan, a seasoned investor who successfully manages a full-time job, a young family, and investments in both in and out of his local area. James shares his focus on investing in Wales, discussing the strong demand for rental housing and the unique opportunities and challenges presented by the Welsh government's regulations.

He also talks about his latest project, a closed hotel that he plans to convert into a smart hotel/apart hotel, catering to mountain bikers and tourists visiting the Brecon area. James emphasises the importance of discipline, maintaining a full pipeline of deals, and leveraging a team as key behaviours for property investors.

KEY TAKEAWAYS


Keeping a full pipeline of deals is a key behaviour that James highlights. He stresses the importance of continuously searching for new opportunities and not becoming complacent with current projects.
Leveraging a team is essential for success in property investing. There is great value to be found in building relationships and working with others who can contribute their expertise and skills to different aspects of the business.
One must never believe that can do it all. It’s crucial to seek help and support from others when we need it.
"Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki is a transformative book that focusses on developing an investment mindset and understanding money. Jamese also mentions other resources such as podcasts, YouTube channels, and property magazines that provide valuable information and updates on the industry.

 BEST MOMENTS

"There’s a wave of new compliance and regulation at the moment for buy select."

"It enables you to bring a bit of creativity to a deal, doesn't it? And looking at the problem creatively”

"Dismantling my ego has been the most valuable thing I've done as an individual."

 VALUABLE RESOURCES

This Property Life - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/this-property-life-podcast/id1540075591       

Property Wealth System YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/PropertyWealthSystem    

To enter the competition, make sure you follow or subscribe to the podcast and leave a review, LIKE the Property Wealth System page on Facebook (SEE LINK BELOW), and then TAG 3 friends on the competition post you'll find there!

ABOUT THE SHOW

This Property Life is hosted by the team at Property Wealth System. We are a collective of experienced active investors passionate about all things property.

Caroline Claydon has over 22 years experience in investing in property but it’s only in the last 12 years that she’s operated as a professional investor.  Her and her husband have built their portfolio throughout the UK covering strategies from buy to let’s, social housing, HMOs, developments and more recently a hotel.  She has travelled the world training people for the last 10 years on how to invest, scale and accelerate their UK property businesses regardless of where they are based.   Caroline loves helping people reach their full potential by changing their mindsets to money, debt, property and investing. 

James D’Souza started investing in property from a young age and now owns a significant portfolio of buy-to-let properties, professional HMO’s and commercial developments. Whilst actively growing his own property business, James helps countless other people start and scale their own property journey.

CONTACT METHOD

You can join Caroline and James along with a whole host of other like-minded investors in the Property Wealth System Facebook Community:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertywealthcommunity

Caroline Email: caroline@propertywealthsystem.co.uk

Caroline Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-claydon-property/

James Email: james@propertywealthsystem.co.uk

James Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-d-souza-552342104/
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