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I do like a good case study because there’s so much opportunity for learning in lots of different subtopics.

Today’s case study comes from the fantastically named Kristina Castellina, an accomplished property investor specialising in buy-to-let and serviced accommodation in the Northwest of England.

Kristina came across a property on Right Move that was previously being used as a family home.

As the title reveals, this is a tale with many twists and turns.

During the episode, we discuss:

• Holiday Lets and Serviced Accommodation in the UK
  • Deep dive into running a successful holiday let in Blackpool
  • Essential insights for UK property investors targeting serviced accommodation and buy-to-let strategies
• How Kristina Castellina
  • identified a unique 10-bedroom investment property on Rightmove
  • The impact of poorly listed / marketed properties on finding investment bargains in the UK property market
• Planning Permission and Regulatory Insights for UK Property Investors
  • Detailed explanation of full planning permission requirements for serviced accommodation in Blackpool
  • Navigating the specific rules around Blackpool’s holiday zone and why so many investors get caught out
  • Risks of purchasing UK property for serviced accommodation without correct planning permissions
• UK Property Purchase Funding and Finance
  • Creative use of investor finance, first charge loans, and raising funds for UK property deals
  • Challenges and solutions for refinancing UK serviced accommodation with commercial mortgages
  • Issues around downvaluations, engaging planning consultants, and successfully achieving commercial valuations
• Holiday Let Refurbishment and Design for Maximum Occupancy
  • Breakdown of a £100,000 refurbishment: modernizing, decorating, creating Instagrammable spaces, adding amenities like car parks and games rooms
  • Strategic choices for maximizing rental income, occupancy rates, and market appeal
• UK Holiday Let Business Operations and Profitability
  • Discussion of occupancy rates, seasonal demand, managing cleaning and linen costs amidst UK minimum wage increases
  • The importance of direct bookings vs. relying on OTAs (Airbnb, Booking.com) for control and profitability
• Market Trends in the UK Serviced Accommodation Sector
  • How the UK holiday let market changed pre- and post-Covid; trends in nightly rates and occupancy
  • Strategies for sustaining profitability through market fluctuations and seasonality
• Commercial Lending and Valuation Challenges for UK Property
  • Persistence in achieving fair valuations and working with multiple lenders
• Lessons for UK Property Investors
  • Why persistence, local market research, and compliance with planning are essential for UK property success

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This is the twelfth and final episode in this year’s mini-season celebrating the 12 Days of Christmas.

We’re releasing daily bite sized episodes.

Each one contains clips from three of my favourite episodes from 2025.

Today’s show features extracts from:

#229: Creating 205K Equity with just £18,000 (Motiul Islam )

#212: The Secret To Reviewing Auction Legal Packs (Jade Shrubsole)

#231: How to Sell Property at Auction (Piotr Rusinek)

#214: The Secret Formula to making £6.5 Million in 4 Years (Oliver Adams)

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This is the eleventh episode in this year’s mini-season celebrating the 12 Days of Christmas.

We’re releasing daily bite sized episodes.

Each one contains clips from three of my favourite episodes from 2025.

Today’s show features extracts from:

#245: Inside the World of Assisted Sales (Paul Stapleton)

#247: Why You Should Buy UK Property Now (Will Mallard)

#248 How to Find Big Discounts with Direct to Vendor Marketing(Keith Firmin)

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This is the tenth episode in this year’s mini-season celebrating the 12 Days of Christmas.

We’re releasing daily bite sized episodes.

Each one contains clips from three of my favourite episodes from 2025.

Today’s show features extracts from:

#242: Should Your First UK Property Investment Be a Flip? (Justin Wilkins)

#243: Doctors & Nurses: HMOs Near Hospitals (Tom Appleton)

#244: What You Need to Know About Probate Property ( Dan Marsden)

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This is the ninth episode in this year’s mini-season celebrating the 12 Days of Christmas.

We’re releasing daily bite sized episodes.

Each one contains clips from three of my favourite episodes from 2025.

Today’s show features extracts from:

#238: The Best UK Property Model for 2026? (Dillon Dhanecha)

#239: From Losing 50K to Tropical Property Profits ( Jamie Barnsley )

#241: Flipping a UK Property Portfolio for £190K!!! (Saif Rehan)

Keywords

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This is the eighth episode in this year’s mini-season celebrating the 12 Days of Christmas.

We’re releasing daily bite sized episodes.

Each one contains clips from three of my favourite episodes from 2025.

Today’s show features extracts from:

#234: Is UK Property Worth the Hassle Anymore? (Mark Morris)

#235: How to Make 100K by Reconfiguring a Flat (Kazy)

#236: Buying Well, Selling Fast: Insider Tips From a Cash Buying Company (Jonathan Rolande)

Keywords

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This is the seventh episode in this year’s mini-season celebrating the 12 Days of Christmas.

We’re releasing daily bite sized episodes.

Each one contains clips from three of my favourite episodes from 2025.

Today’s show features extracts from:

#229: Creating 205K Equity with just £18,000 (Motiul Islam)

#230: What No One Tells You About HMOs (Richard Nicholls)

#231: How to Sell Property at Auction (Piotr Rusinek)

Keywords

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This is the sixth episode in this year’s mini-season celebrating the 12 Days of Christmas.

We’re releasing daily bite sized episodes.

Each one contains clips from three of my favourite episodes from 2025.

Today’s show features extracts from:

#227: Is 2025 a Good Time to Invest in UK Property? (Graham Kinnear)

#228: Recognising, Enhancing, and Extracting Value in UK Property (Patricia Ogunfeibo)

#226: What You Need to Know About the Renters' Rights Bill (Ryan Heaven)

Keywords

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