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Wendy is a prolific investor, HMO expert, author and successful property entrepreneur who loves to help people change their lives through investing in property and business. In the HMO Success Podcast she interviews some of the UKs most successful entrepreneurs, business advisors, HMO experts and property professionals. Her practical, down-to-earth approach is loved by thousands of people who enjoy the combination of her humour, with an honest and direct interview style. She covers a wide variety of topics - all related to HMOs in one way or another and her topics cover everything from finding your first HMO, to raising finance, refurbishing your property and even how to fuel your body for success. Subscribe now to make sure you never miss an episode. Early doors every Friday morning.
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Friday Mar 05, 2021
Friday Mar 05, 2021
HMO Success Podcast Episode 45: How can I use my pension to invest in property? With Kevin Whelan
Kevin Whelan from Wealthbuilders has helped hundreds of people invest in property using their pension. In this interview he explains what kind of projects are suitable for using your pension; what the differences are between SSASes and SIPPS; and how to ensure you stay the right side of the rules.
You can contact Kevin through Wealthbuilders
Website: https://www.wealthbuilders.co.uk
WealthTalk Podcast - https://www.wealthbuilders.co.uk/wealthtalk/
Free Wealth Building Resources - https://www.wealthbuilders.co.uk/resources
Friday Feb 26, 2021
Friday Feb 26, 2021
HMO Success Podcast Episode 43: Should you leave your job and go full-time in property? What a dilemma!
When I left my well-paid job to focus on my property business, I had to adjust to the change of being self-employed and no longer in the rat race! There were some notable learnings along the way. If you are considering leaving your job in 2021 what should you be prepared for when you find yourself reliant solely upon your property income? Is it just a pipedream? What is the reality?
In this podcast I share my thoughts and learnings about what self-employment in the property world is really like!
Friday Feb 12, 2021
Friday Feb 12, 2021
HMO Success Podcast Episode 42: What is your Money Mindset? How does it affect you as an HMO Investor?
Are you struggling with money fear? Do you save too much and find spending hard? Or are you the last of the big spenders and can't save a deposit for a property?
In this episode I explore some of the main money mindsets that beset investors, and give some techniques that will help you grow a more 'fulsome' money mindset. Not only will this help you leverage debt to invest with, it will help you manage fear and doubt which are common emotions when you're learning to invest in HMOs.
Friday Feb 05, 2021
Friday Feb 05, 2021
HMO Success Podcast Episode 41: What's happening in the HMO mortgage market right now? An in-depth examination with a mortgage broker.
What is really happening with HMO mortgages right now? Has lockdown caused the lockdown of HMO mortgages too? What are current lending rates? Can you still get 75% LTV loans? What about HMO valuations? Are they affected by cautious-covid surveyors? Can you get a mortgage for an SA unit? All this and much more!
With thanks to Craig from Signature Financial Services for answering all your question.
Friday Jan 29, 2021
Friday Jan 29, 2021
HMO Success Podcast Episode 40: A live tour round a brand new HMO - what one investor has learnt along the way!
In this LIVE tour around a brand new HMO, I interview Sarah Hulson-Beech, founder of HyggeHive - a specialist high end HMO company based in Stoke-on-Trent. Sarah takes me on a tour of her HMO and shares what she's learnt along the way.
-How to deliver a project in lockdown
-How to use your network to save money
-The importance of a sound business partnership ....and lots more!
If you're looking to invest in HMOs it's always fascinating to hear the projects and stories of other people who are just a few steps ahead. Sarah has other rental properties, but this is her first HMO project. I just wish I could show you photos as it is absolutely beautiful!
Friday Jan 22, 2021
Friday Jan 22, 2021
HMO Success Podcast Episode 39: What kind of property business do you really want? Paul Lanfear sheds light on how to make it happen.
What kind of a property business do you want? Do you want a business that gives you a great lifestyle? Or do you want a business that goes for exponential growth and is a performance business?
What kind of entrepreneur you are will affect what you want to get out of your business, and therefore, how you structure it and run it.
In this insightful interview, Paul shares his motto for success ' Start with the end in mind' and gives brilliant guidance and advice if you are looking to design a property business from scratch. Even if you already have HMOs, or other investments, Paul shares his wisdom on what he sees in store for 2021 and where we should be focusing our time and energy to make the most of the opportunities that this year will provide.
Saturday Jan 16, 2021
Saturday Jan 16, 2021
HMO Success Podcast Episode 38: Coundil Tax Re-Banding on HMO Rooms: Will it affect you?
This is going to be a hotly debated topic this year! More and more HMO landlords who are converting properties previously on Business Rates are finding that the Valuation Office has re-banded the rooms individually. This not only knocks out all the profit, but leaves the landlord / investor wondering what to do.
I discuss this issue and highlight some anomalies with the process which are highly relevant. I'd be interested to know what your experiences are. Already there are a number of landlords who are encountering this issue and then being faced with a tribunal to argue their position. Most lose their appeal. What can be done? I'll explain why I think tribunals have got HMOs wrong and what you can do if you find yourself in that position.
Friday Jan 08, 2021
Friday Jan 08, 2021
HMO Success Podcast Episode 37: The Opportunities and Risks for HMO in 2021 - what are they and what should you do?
Sunday Dec 20, 2020
Sunday Dec 20, 2020
HMO Success Podcast Episode 36: How to Create the Life you've Dreamed of, with Diane Greenwood
Diane Greenwood is a property investor with a portfolio of single lets and HMOs, as well as being co-owner of a specialist HMO property agency. She’s also the owner of Freshly Maid, one of the biggest non-franchised domestic cleaning companies in the UK, and is the host of the Harrogate Property Investors Network.
Diane is a whizz at systemisation so that these business work for her rather than the other way around. Her hard work and enterprise have allowed her to reach a major milestone she's been dreaming of for years - a new life in France.
Recorded at her gite in France, Diane explains just how she achieved this hugely important life goal and how you can do the same through investing and business.
Friday Dec 11, 2020
Friday Dec 11, 2020
HMO Success Podcast Episode 35: Capital Gains Tax Changes and how they might affect you as a property investor
In this episode I outline what CGT is and how it is currently applied to you as a property investor. Then I go onto explain how the Chancellor of the UK Government has commissioned a report to look at ways in which it can be simplified and brought in line with income tax rates.
Finally, you have the benefit of my opinion about the matter and the impact on business and investing. Enjoy! And if you agree or disagree I'd love to hear your views too!