Under the Floorboard

Steven and Sean
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🎙️ Tune in to Our Podcast! Step into the real world of property with us! 🏡 We’re uncovering the highs, lows, and everything in between through every episode. 🔍 ✨ Top renovation tips to inspire your next project 🔥 Lessons learned from real challenges in property 💼 Investment advice straight from the experts Each episode features inspiring guests sharing their property journeys, success stories, and hard-earned lessons. Ready to learn from the best? 🚀 #RealEstateTips 🏘️ #InvestmentAdvice 💼 #PropertyJourney 🚀 #PropertyInvestment 📈 #BehindTheScenes 🎬 #LearnFromTheExperts 🧠

  1. 11 MAY

    Under the floorboard - Episode 29 - David and Sam

    Under The Floorboard | Episode 29 – Building a Hotel Business, Marriage & Massive Moves with David & Samantha In this huge Episode 29 with tonnes of facts and one you won't want to miss, Steven McKaveney and Sean Spalding are joined with with David Liddell and Samantha Kirkland—the husband-and-wife duo behind Bide Hotels and Bide Investments. This episode dives deep into what it really takes to build a hotel development and property business together as a couple. From the highs and lows of getting started, to raising finance, taking big risks, and making life-changing decisions—this is a raw and honest look behind the scenes. We also explore the reality of juggling it all… including running a business with a newborn baby, and making bold moves like packing everything up on Boxing Day and relocating hundreds of miles to make their vision a reality. 💬 What We Cover: Building a property & hotel business as a husband and wife team The challenges and strengths of working together Raising finance and scaling in hotel development The highs, lows, and real struggles behind the scenes Balancing business, life, and a newborn baby Taking big risks to create long-term success This episode is packed with honesty, resilience, and inspiration for anyone building a business, especially those doing it as a team. Follow them on Instagram: 👉 @samanthakirkland 👉 @davidliddellbide 👇 Get involved: 🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations 💬 Comment your biggest takeaway 📲 Follow us on socials for updates and clips #UnderTheFloorboard #BideHotels #PropertyPodcast #HotelDevelopment #EntrepreneurCouple #PropertyInvesting #RealTalk

    57 min

  2. 24 APR

    Under the floorboard - Room full of Eejits ! - EP28

    🎙️ Under The Floorboard | Episode 28 – Q1 Review, Q2 Plans & Real Market Talk In Episode 28, Sean Spalding and Steven McKaveney are back for a no-guest catch-up, reflecting on everything that’s happened in Q1 of the year and looking ahead to what Q2—and the rest of the year—has in store. The guys break down their wins, challenges, lessons learned, and give their honest take on the current property market. From deals and business growth to mindset and mistakes, this episode is packed with real conversations and practical insights that can help anyone on their own journey. 💬 What We Cover: What happened in Q1 — highs, lows, and surprises Goals and plans for Q2 and beyond Current views on the property market Challenges faced and how they handled them Wins worth celebrating Learnings that can help investors and business owners alike Whether you’re in property, business, or simply trying to level up this year, this episode brings honesty, clarity, and value. 👇 Get involved: 🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations 💬 Comment your biggest Q1 lesson 📲 Follow us on socials for updates and clips #UnderTheFloorboard #SeanAndSteven #PropertyPodcast #MarketUpdate #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurLife #RealTalk

    49 min

  3. 13 APR

    🎙️ Under The Floorboard | Episode 27 – Accidental Landlord to SA Success with Paul McKim

    🎙️ Under The Floorboard | Episode 27 – Accidental Landlord to SA Success with Paul McKim In Episode 27, Sean Spalding and Steven McKaveney sit down with Paul McKim—a Serviced Accommodation (SA) property manager and investor who turned an unexpected start into a thriving business. Paul shares how becoming an accidental landlord sparked his journey into property, and how he went on to leave his corporate job to build a successful SA management company. This episode dives deep into the realities of running a serviced accommodation business—the good, the bad, and what most people don’t see behind the scenes. 💬 What We Cover: Paul’s backstory before property How becoming an accidental landlord changed everything The transition from corporate life to running a business The reality of managing serviced accommodation What investors should look for in SA deals How to choose the right management team Hot areas and opportunities to keep an eye on Whether you're considering SA as a strategy or already involved, this episode is packed with practical insights and real-world advice to help you avoid mistakes and make better decisions. 👇 Get involved: 🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations 💬 Comment your biggest takeaway 📲 Follow us on socials for clips and updates Connect with Paul on instagram @paulmckimproperty and @cozyhostshortstays #UnderTheFloorboard #PaulMcKim #ServicedAccommodation #PropertyPodcast #PropertyInvesting #SAInvesting #EntrepreneurLife

    1hr 8min

  4. 27 MAR

    Under The Floorboard | Episode 26 – From Setbacks to Serious Returns with Barry John Corr

    In Episode 26, Sean Spalding and Steven McKaveney sit down with Barry John Corr—a Scottish property investor whose journey is built on resilience, hard lessons, and serious growth. From leaving the world of professional football due to injury, to finding his way into property through struggle and persistence, Barry John shares the real story behind getting started—when things don’t go to plan. Now, he helps investors achieve strong returns while mitigating risk, using the experience he’s built through challenges, mistakes, and deals that didn’t always go smoothly. 💬 What We Cover: Barry John’s difficult start in property Transitioning from professional sport into business The biggest mistakes and lessons learned early on How he now helps investors maximise returns and reduce risk Mindset shifts required to push through setbacks Some juicy deals and real behind-the-scenes stories This episode is raw, honest, and packed with value—especially for anyone who’s faced setbacks and is still pushing forward. 👇 Get involved: 🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations 💬 Comment your biggest takeaway 📲 Follow us on socials for clips and updates Connect with Barry John on Instagram - @bjcorr_property #UnderTheFloorboard #BarryJohnCorr #PropertyPodcast #PropertyInvesting #MindsetMatters #EntrepreneurLife #RealTalk

    1hr 1min

  5. 13 MAR

    🎙️ Under The Floorboard | Episode 25 – Inside the Auction Room with John Loudon

    🎙️ Under The Floorboard | Episode 25 – Inside the Auction Room with John Loudon In Episode 25, Sean Spalding and Steven McKaveney sit down with John Loudon from Auction House Scotland, a seasoned property auctioneer with deep insight into how the auction world really works. John shares his journey into property and how he became involved in auctions, taking us behind the scenes of the auction process and explaining why it can be such a powerful strategy for both buyers and sellers. We dive into the benefits of buying and selling at auction, the pitfalls investors should avoid, and the key information you must know before raising your hand to bid. 💬 What We Cover: John’s journey into property and auctions How the auction process works step-by-step Why auctions can be a powerful exit strategy for sellers Opportunities auctions create for investors Common pitfalls and costly mistakes to avoid What buyers should check before bidding Whether you’re an experienced investor or brand new to auctions, this episode is packed with practical advice and insider knowledge that could save you time and money. 👇 Join the conversation: 🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations on property and business 💬 Comment with your biggest takeaway 📲 Follow us on socials for clips and behind-the-scenes content #UnderTheFloorboard #PropertyAuctions #AuctionHouseScotland #JohnLoudon #PropertyPodcast #PropertyInvesting #AuctionTips

    1hr 8min

  6. 27 FEB

    Under the floorboard - EP 24 - Jason Kelly - Offshore to On Market

    🎙️ Under The Floorboard | Episode 24 – From Offshore to On-Market: The Real Property Journey with Jason Kelly In Episode 24, Sean Spalding and Steven McKaveney sit down with Jason Kelly—an off-shore worker turned property sourcer and investor with a refreshingly honest story. Jason breaks down what it really took to move from offshore work into property: the mindset shifts, the graft, the wins, the losses, and the mistakes that shaped his approach. We dive into how he thinks differently about using multiple strategies—raising finance, joint ventures, and sourcing—and why flexibility is key in today’s market. 💬 What We Cover: Making the leap from offshore work into property The mindset changes required to succeed long term Lessons from setbacks and costly mistakes Wins that made the grind worthwhile A different way of thinking about raising finance, JVs, and sourcing Building momentum without burning out This episode is real, practical, and grounded—perfect for anyone considering a move into property or refining how they use different strategies to grow. 👇 Join the conversation: 🔔 Subscribe for more honest property conversations 💬 Comment with your biggest takeaway 📲 Follow us on socials for clips and behind-the-scenes content Connect with Jason on Instagram - @jwk_property_investment #UnderTheFloorboard #JasonKelly #PropertyPodcast #OffshoreToProperty #JointVentures #PrivateFinance #DealSourcing #EntrepreneurMindset

    1hr 4min

  7. 13 FEB

    🎙️ Under The Floorboard | Episode 23 – Doing Deals & Big Mindset Shifts with Tony Carrigan

    In Episode 23, Sean Spalding and Steven McKaveney sit down with Tony Carrigan—a Scottish property investor and the successful business owner behind Northern Vans. Tony opens up about his journey into property, how working closely with other investors through joint ventures, raising private finance, and sourcing deals completely changed his outlook—and what’s possible when you collaborate instead of going it alone. We also dive into Tony’s first-ever deal, which turned out to be a true unicorn: all money out, profit made, and the only thing owed to the sourcer… a beer (still unpaid!) 🍺 💬 What We Cover: How JVs opened Tony’s eyes to property opportunities Raising private finance the right way Sourcing deals and spotting real opportunities The mindset shift that unlocked growth Sales skills that transfer across every business Balancing family life with business and property This episode is packed with real-world lessons, laughs, and practical insights for anyone building across property, business—or both. 👇 Get involved: 🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations 💬 Comment with your favourite takeaway 📲 Follow us on socials for updates and behind-the-scenes content Connect with Tony on Instagram @tony_carrigan_property #UnderTheFloorboard #TonyCarrigan #NorthernVans #PropertyPodcast #JointVentures #PrivateFinance #UnicornDeal #EntrepreneurLife

    1hr 6min

  8. 9 JAN

    Under the floorboard - EP22 - Steven and Sean - Xmas confessions

    🎙️ Under The Floorboard | Episode 22 – End of Year Review, Big Wins & Festive Chaos 🎄 In this end-of-year special, Sean Spalding and Steven McKaveney sit down together to reflect on the year that was—the high points, low points, biggest wins, and hardest lessons along the way. We talk openly about the risks we took that paid off, the ones we regret, and the decisions that shaped both our businesses and personal lives. It’s honest, reflective, and wrapped up with some festive fun, Christmas hats, and plenty of laughs. 💬 In This Episode: The biggest wins of the year The toughest challenges and setbacks Risks that went right—and ones that didn’t Key lessons we’re carrying into the new year How we’re setting ourselves up for what’s next Festive chaos, banter, and year-end reflections This episode is about growth, perspective, and finishing the year stronger than we started—with a bit of Christmas spirit thrown in for good measure. 👇 Join the conversation: 🔔 Subscribe to kick off the new year with us 💬 Comment with your biggest win or lesson from the year 📲 Follow us on socials for more behind-the-scenes content #UnderTheFloorboard #EndOfYearReview #SeanAndSteven #BusinessReflection #PropertyPodcast #FestivePodcast #EntrepreneurLife 🎅🎄

    1hr 13min
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🎙️ Tune in to Our Podcast! Step into the real world of property with us! 🏡 We’re uncovering the highs, lows, and everything in between through every episode. 🔍 ✨ Top renovation tips to inspire your next project 🔥 Lessons learned from real challenges in property 💼 Investment advice straight from the experts Each episode features inspiring guests sharing their property journeys, success stories, and hard-earned lessons. Ready to learn from the best? 🚀 #RealEstateTips 🏘️ #InvestmentAdvice 💼 #PropertyJourney 🚀 #PropertyInvestment 📈 #BehindTheScenes 🎬 #LearnFromTheExperts 🧠

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  • Creator
    Steven and Sean
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Steven and Sean
  • Show Website
    Under the Floorboard

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