Episodes

  • ASK427: Should I diversify between cities? PLUS: Help! I don't have a tenancy agreement!
    May 7 2024

    Rob & Rob are back to offer their advice to two more listeners! 

    • (0:45) Alan has two buy-to-let properties in Nottingham and is considering investing further in the near future. He’s curious to know if he should diversify his portfolio by investing in a different location and turns to Rob & Rob for their advice.
    • (3:45) Pete bought a property at auction two years ago, already tenanted, with plans to renovate it while the tenant stayed. He now needs to sell as his circumstances have changed, however he never got the tenant to sign a new lease under his name. He wonders if he can still give the tenant notice to leave, and what implications this may have if his name isn't on the lease.

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    7 mins
  • TPP581: 7 property disasters we've had in the last 12 months! (PLUS: Big evictions news)
    May 2 2024

    It’s not always plain sailing being a property investor, but no one talks about the stuff that goes wrong - until now! Join us as Rob & Rob share their painful disasters this year. From costly leaks to trashed flats, unpaid rent and busted boilers, they delve into the property problems they couldn't control and the ones they admit were on them. Why? So you can take away valuable lessons from their experiences and avoid making the same blunders.

    Also don’t miss the chance to get The Robs’ opinions on your own property deals!

    • (0:45) News story of the week: The renters reform bill
    • (6:52) Rob & Rob will review your deals!
    • (7:25) Rob & Rob each share seven disasters this year…
    • (8:40) The unforeseen problems outside of their control
    • (11:30) The Robs painful mistakes
    • (21:10) Lessons learnt
    • (25:29) Hub Extra

    Links mentioned:

    • Rob & Rob - Critique My Deal
    • Michael Gove can't guarantee no-fault eviction ban before election
    • Property Hub YouTube - Landlords: Is this the end?
    • Udio
    • Suno

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    28 mins
  • ASK426: 4 questions about taking equity out of my portfolio
    Apr 30 2024

    Join us for a special episode of Ask Rob & Rob, as they tackle ONE complex question from an avid listener…

    • (0:56) Remco’s recently completed the purchase of his second property through Property Hub Invest. While eager to continue expanding his portfolio, he faces the dilemma of having insufficient funds for a deposit and is reluctant to invest more of his personal savings. As a solution, he’s considering leveraging the equity from his properties, but with numerous questions about the process and its feasibility, he turns to the guys for their help and guidance.

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    10 mins
  • AOB: Going behind the scenes of a £100m property business
    Apr 26 2024

    Welcome back to AOB where Rob & Rob share the backstage inner workings of a £100m property business.

    In today's episode they give you an inside look at their operations: the mechanics of their workplace, specialised teams, and the challenges they face head-on.

    Links mentioned:

    • Property Hub jobs

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    16 mins
  • TPP580: Worth it or not? We judge different property expenses
    Apr 25 2024

    With so many property services out there, it can be tough to know which ones are worth your hard-earned cash. Join Rob & Rob for a lively debate (and a fair bit of disagreement) as they break down the must-haves, the ones to avoid, and those that could go either way based on your situation.

    • (0:40) News story of the week
    • (6:06) Let’s talk property services…
    • (6:40) Which should you pay for?
    • (15:14) Those NOT worth paying for
    • (18:40) The ones that depend on you…
    • (27:46) Hub Extra

    Links mentioned:

    • The house price charts that show why now is the time to buy
    • Beneath the jargon, Bernanke delivers devastating critique of the Bank of England
    • Neom - The Line - The Rise and Fall of Saudi Arabia's Linear City

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    30 mins
  • ASK425: How do I research a developer? PLUS: Will my Ltd Co pass the stress test?
    Apr 23 2024

    It’s time for your latest episode of Ask Rob & Rob!

    • (0:45) Charlie’s gearing up to diversify his portfolio by purchasing his first off-plan property. While he’s mindful of the potential pitfalls, he’s hit a roadblock when researching the developers. Seeking guidance, he turns to Rob & Rob for their expert advice and insights.
    • (7:14) James wants to know why higher-rate taxpayers undergo a 145% stress test compared to the 125% for basic-rate taxpayers. He’s also curious about the typical rate applied for limited companies and asks the guys for more information to gain a better understanding.

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    11 mins
  • TPP579: Using AI to become a superhuman property investor
    Apr 18 2024

    It’s the powerful tool that’s swept the globe and if you’re not using it yet, you’re missing out – we’re talking about artificial intelligence! Tune in as Rob & Rob share the tools and techniques they use daily to save time and money with their property investments and in business.

    • (0:45) News story of the week
    • (3:48) Are you using AI?
    • (5:10) General tips to unleash AI’s full potential
    • (12:00) Real-life examples of AI in action
    • (20:20) Try it for yourself
    • (22:12) Hub Extra

    Links mentioned:

    • Britain’s staycation boom may be over as bookings dry up
    • ChatGPT
    • Claude
    • Gemini
    • Whisper API: Mobile
    • Whisper API: Browser plugin
    • The AI advantage

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    24 mins
  • ASK424: Should I pay this arrangement fee? PLUS: Is it time for a hands-off strategy?
    Apr 16 2024

    Rob & Rob are back with more listener questions! 

    • (0:45) Ross is curious about the best way to pay his arrangement fees. Should he use his own cash to cover the fees upfront or add them to his mortgage? Aware that the latter option will incur interest charges over time but may potentially benefit from inflation, he turns to Rob & Rob for their advice.
    • (3:55) Hollie's original game plan involved flipping properties in her local area of Portsmouth, utilising her partner's building expertise for renovations. However, she's having second thoughts and wonders whether a hands-off strategy in a property hotspot could offer better capital growth. Seeking guidance, she turns to the guys for their thoughts on her potential shift in direction.

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    8 mins