Honest Property Investment with Natasha Collins (Natasha Collins)

In the ever-changing landscape of property investment, it is crucial to adapt and balance risk. Various factors, such as interest rate rises, government legislation changes, economic fluctuations, and cultural shifts, continuously impact the market.

To navigate these changes, diversification is key. In commercial property, it means investing in different use classes and areas as your portfolio grows. While it is natural to seek high returns in the short term, it is vital to establish clear goals for the long term.

Consider defining target returns or yields for your entire portfolio to provide direction and ensure you stay on track. Remember that diversification beyond property is essential for a well-rounded portfolio.

Start small, gradually expand, and adjust your investments over time. Embrace a growth mindset, allowing yourself to invest in imperfect properties as you refine your strategy. Set clear targets, remain flexible, and maintain a long-term perspective for successful investing.

If you want to reach out to me email natasha@ncrealestate.co.uk

This week I go through my tough decision about Charleston AND the 10 skills you must learn to be a successful property investor.

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Leasehold Tribunal puts the fear of god in a lot of leaseholders… and then if it gets referred up a level to Lands Tribunal it seems scarier, especially because you end up in the Royal Courts of Justice trying to settle a dispute that can be really heated.

If you’ve been a with me a while, you’ll know in 2020 I ended up in Leasehold Tribunal myself. It was a pain more than anything. I got a lot of people reaching out to me to tell me how scary they thought it all sounded.

So I thought I’d get to the bottom of what the Leasehold Tribunal and then the Lands Chamber actually does, the process and why it’s vital we understand it AND alternative dispute resolution.

Today I’ve invited Peter McCrea onto the podcast. Peter is a Chartered Surveyor, Arbitrator, former chair of the Conduct and Appeals Committee for the RICS and was appointed the youngest ever member of the "Lands Tribunal" at the age of 44. The Tribunal has equivalent status to the High Court in England and Wales. Peter is also Chair of the Board for LionHeart.

We go through, litigation, ADR and the best way of resolving a dispute and why the Lands Chamber and Leasehold Tribunal isn’t as scary as everyone makes out!

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There are currently 124 Debenhams units employing 12,000 members of staff across the UK.

When the stores close down, that’s an awful lot of empty space clogging up the high street.

‘Clogging’ funny word to use, right? But, in all honesty that’s what will happen. There will be a period of time where the liquidation process happens and none of the units can be used.

That will mean retail units being shuttered or boarded up. Leading to security issues… which inevitably leaves the surrounding retailers nervous, if they survive at all.

Traditionally Anchor units, Debenahms would bring footfall to an area, which is why retailers pay to be next door to these units in the first place.

Footfall dwindles = reduced profits = more store closures.

Not pretty.

Which is why in this weeks podcast I’m discussing options for these Debenhams units.

HINT: Think innovation

Even if you don’t dream of owning a property the size of a Debenhams unit this is still for you. You need to be thinking about how you can change up the industry… this gives you a chance to daydream. That’s where all the best ideas come from!

This is a Jam Packed Show (P.S There is some swearing in here so be warned if you don't like the F-word)!

1. I start off by talking about Mental Health Awareness Week and how perfectionism can ruin property investors

2. Break with LionHeart --> http://lionheart.org.uk/

3. #ditlos is James Greenway, Director of Estates, Facilities and Business Services at Highways England

4. Finally my good friend Danielle Bell joins me to talk about How to avoid disasters in Commercial Property & Residential Property Investment PLUS the forecast for what to look out for post-pandemic

Please come and follow this pod on IG @honestpropertyinvestment

On Monday 29thOctober at 3:30pm, Philip Hammond treated the nation to his October Budget. Whilst Landlords cowered in the corner thinking what next… we were left absolutely shocked by what actually happened!

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You’ve got me this week! I talk through what’s been going on in my property portfolio… service charges, external works and tenants vacating. I also go through all the government changes and why it’s not as bad as you think! Let me reassure you everything is going to be OK!

If you want to continue the conversation, head over to the Property Investment Mastery Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

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There are a few times a year where I like to throw caution to the wind and put out a silly podcast (If you are here for property investment only, skip this one… it’s definitely not property-related!).

It’s my birthday week and this year I’ve decided to celebrate in style. I’ve invited my Mum, sister Sophie and best friend Rach back on the podcast to talk with me about some questions that I’ve got:

* The Guardians Bridie Jabour suggests that 31 is the age of misery (Because most millennials aren’t living up to societies norms) - do you think there actually is an age of misery?

* Where have you felt most confident in the past but now don’t care?

* Do you ever get ’small but mighty moments’ where somethings clicked? What’s happened recently for you?

* Does risk change as you get older? What’s the riskiest thing you’ve done and what age?

* COMPARISON - Do you stop comparing yourself to others the older you get?

* Are there rules for throwing birthday parties? Are you meant to throw your own (I do)?

* When you hit your 30’s what’s too much wine? As I’ve got older it creeps more and more into my life in that, I really enjoy a glass or 2 of it, so have a bottle in the fridge. I didn’t do that in my early 20’s.

Have you signed up for my webinar "How to Supercharge your Property Portfolio through buying Commercial Property…without jumping on the Commercial to Residential conversion bandwagon" happening on Tuesday the 23rd of August at 19h00 BST?

This is one you are not going to want to miss! Sign up to join the webinar here.

Great, you signed up! Now onto today's meaty topic.

My job as an Asset Manager is to be creative… with commercial property you get to do that.

Most people think getting into commercial property is all about buying a retail unit on a high street.

It’s not.

I invited Bryn Walker and David Nicklin from Retirement Capital onto the podcast this week to discuss how your SSAS can fund commercial property. We ALSO chat about a whole host of different strategies; one being CMO’s (commercial multi-occupancy units) where in the example we used the profit rent to the Ltd company would be £10,000pa.

Sounds good right?

Enjoy the podcast and don't hesitate to contact Lorenza (lorenza@ncrealestate.co.uk) if you want to find out more about the Members' Club and what we do. 

I saw a property come to market this week for circa £200,000 more than it sold for in 2021... and I wish my client had purchased it at the time. Here's why they didn't!

P.S I have a raspy voice... I picked up a chest infection! Hopefully I'll be back to normal for next weeks podcast.

Don't forget to email me with your key takeaways natasha@ncrealestate.co.uk and I love it when you share the pod on social media. Tag me on Instagram @ncrealestateltd and I'll follow you back!

There’s nothing like speaking to a fellow surveyor to get you excited about what’s coming in the industry.

This week I invited Jen Lemen onto the podcast because she always knows what’s going on with the RICS and changes to the profession… I have to be honest and say I’m sometimes behind here as I dread reading long guidance notes and practice statements!!

My favourite part of this conversation was imagining what the property industry is going to look like in 5 years time.

Remember to come and follow me @honestpropertyinvestment 

Don’t forget to subscribe and rate and review! If you have a story to tell me please email natasha@ncrealestate.co.uk

Jen Lemen is a co-founder of Property Elite, Chartered Surveyor and RICS APC assessor. She is the author of 'How to Become a Chartered Surveyor', published by Routledge.

She is also an experienced property consultant (co-Director of Projekt) with FRICS status, a RICS Registered Valuer and a RICS Accredited Mediator, with nearly 15 years' experience working in the commercial property sector.

Optimism is in the air. The world is seeing signs of reopening and everyone is posting to social media about the holidays they dream of booking.

I mean, this is of course, subject to BJ’s plans going well…

What this also means is that behaviours are changing within the market place, both for commercial and residential.

Residential sales are being postponed until there is room to breath. Commercial landlords are now dropping low yielding, expensive portfolios in an effort to raise cash so they can ride the next wave.

However, the economy is still in the doldrums. Businesses still have 4 months of lock down provisions to contend with and the furlough scheme and other various grants aren’t going to hold the damage back much longer. Job cuts and businesses folding are the inevitable.

So how do we deal with that? In todays podcast I’m going to go through it and what you can do to make sure you’re also looking after yourself!

Think payment plan, payment plan, payment plan, empathy, compassion...

Natasha

P.S Looking forward to the budget tomorrow?

P.P.S The March webinar is live on the 29th March at 6:30pm. We are doing an introduction to Commercial property. To register CLICK HERE

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Last night I hosted a webinar, which covered exactly how and why commercial property is so tasty right now.

Whilst it’s still turbulent times in the commercial sector… some tenants are still struggling. Some property is still lying empty.

But, that seems to be the exception, not the rule (well in my experience).

The trick is that rather than sitting back and letting the market work around you, you have to be proactive in speaking to your tenant. Asking them what they want to do moving forward. Negotiate where necessary.

And if you loose the tenant… well you have to also be proactive in finding the next tenant.

To help you nail this, I’ve taken a clip of the webinar and made it into todays podcast, I cover

• Why invest in commercial property
• Commercial property we avoid right now
• Commercial property that you should be looking at right now,
• How the commercial valuation triangle works and what you can do to improve your assets value in the short term!

Today I am very excited to welcome back to the podcast Nishita Gudka. Nishita is a Partner at Lee Bolton Monier-Williams, and she acts for companies, entrepreneurs, charities and high net worth individuals in relation to all aspects of property transactions. Her experience includes dealing with sales and purchases of commercial property, acting for both landlords and tenants as well as providing advice in managing property portfolios. Not only that, but she acts for me in my portfolio and we have worked together for a long time! 

In this conversation we discuss all things commercial property and how the commercial property market is changing. 

Nothing in this podcast shall be taken to mean that Lee Bolton Monier-Williams LLP or any of its members or employees are providing legal advice. The content is intended to be a general discussion only and Lee Bolton Monier-Williams LLP, its members and employee accept no liability incurred as a result of any reliance placed on the matters contained in this podcast.

In this week's podcast I look at the year to come. Whilst we know that Brexit is going to impact the market in some way, we're yet to see how it's going to pan out... however, I make some predictions about what's going to happen over the next 12 months!

If you like this episode, don't forget to hit like and also leave a 5* review!

You can come and join the conversation here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

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The property market is getting tricky.

There are so many blind spots in the industry wrapped up like Christmas Presents, that investors/buyers just simply don’t notice.

And that is where it will cost you long term.

It may look really nice that some new build apartment block developers have decided to hand out £0 ground rents and 999 year leases (how kind).

But you read through the lease and realise they charge you £200 in admin fees every time you put in place a new AST…

To be a competent investor you MUST 👏 READ 👏 EVERYTHING. That includes any lease. Any title deeds. Any special conditions in the auction catalogue.

Yes, you pay a solicitor to do this… but everyones human and may miss something thats vitally important to you. You also owe a duty of care to yourself to make sure you are as informed as possible.

So in this weeks podcast I’m going through all of the blind spots I’m seeing in the property industry right now and how to avoid them.

This podcast "Starting a Development Project", is the 17th podcast in this series. Listen out for great tips, advice and hear your questions answered by a professional in the business.

I thought I would answer a couple of pertinent questions about starting a development project. NC Real Estate is involved in one at the moment - and so the topic is really fresh in my mind. 

If you are looking at starting a development project- then listening to this podcast is a great place to start. We answer questions like: 

• Who do you need on your team to do a development?
• Where do you get the build costs from?
• How can I make sure the development doesn't become too costly?

Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy our chat!

*Are you looking to become a property investment master? Click here to schedule a FREE 60 MINUTE call with us to find out how.
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*Got questions/comments? Email Natasha@ncrealestate.co.uk or visit my site

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*Join our NEW venture: The Property Investment Mastery Online Academy! Want to find out more? Follow this link http://nc-real-estate.teachable.com/p/property-investment-mastery-online-academy 

It was my 30th Birthday yesterday! To celebrate, my Mum, Melanie Collins is joining me on the podcast to discuss the last 30 years of my life, how I’ve changed and her top life lessons.

Come and join us for this extra special podcast. I learnt a lot and I’m sure you will do too!

Want to ask a question or simply get involved in the discussion you can join the Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

Website: www.ncrealestate.co.uk

Instagram/Twitter: @natashaccollins 

I asked in the Facebook Group Property Investment Mastery, 'What problems do you have in property investment right now that you could do with a Quick Fix for', the answers are nestled within this podcast!

To find out more about NC Real Estate head to www.ncrealestate.co.uk 

Happy belated new year everyone and welcome back to the first edition of the Honest Property Podcast for 2023!

On today's podcast we are going to talk about:

• The importance of goals and goal setting.
• How to set goals and strategize.
• How to think with the right mindset – specifically, the highs and lows of commercial property, and why we can’t let the lows get the better of us.
• The commercial property market, the economy, its past and future trends.
• Then, I’ll finish by discussing my own goals and resolutions for 2023, and help you set your own goals for the upcoming year.

So, if you’re still wondering what you want to learn, or what you want your 2023 to look and feel like, then it’s not too late to set your goals now…

My Mum is back on the podcast this week, by popular demand! We talk about how Mums thoughts and feelings about property investment have changed over the last 2 years AND her advice to anyone wanting to do something similar.

To listen to the previous podcast, click here: 

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To download my Property Investment Success Formula click here: https://ncrealestate.co.uk/flowchart

Join the conversation at Property Investment Mastery: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

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Happy 2020! It’s the new year and I bet you are sick of this resolution/goals malarkey. 

So instead, I’ve invited my friend Rach Cass back on the podcast and we discuss how you can set realistic goals that are completely achievable and meaningful to you.

Grab a pen and a piece of paper, you are in for a treat!

To download my Property Investment Success Formula click here https://ncrealestate.co.uk/flowchart

Join the conversation at Property Investment Mastery: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

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Last call for the Members Club here: https://ncrealestate.co.uk/membersclub/

This weeks podcast is an excerpt from our getting to grips with commercial course and is presented by John Mansfield which is included within the Members Club!

In the podcast we cover key valuation principals:

1. Discounting - this is where the future income streams are discounted to their value today (the present value)
2. Years Purchase (YP) Multiplier - A simple relationship between the yield and the time period of the rental stream
3. Years Purchase into Perpetuity Multiplier - Used to value a property that has recently been let at full market rent

Before I get started, make sure to register for my webinar on Monday 25th October at 6:30pm UK time: How to Supercharge Your Portfolio through buying Commercial property, Without jumping on the Commercial to Residential bandwagon.

Have you been feeling like you’re rushing your property investment journey recently?

Maybe you feel like things aren’t happening quickly enough?

If you’ve answered YES to either one of those questions its a sure sign that you have given up on patience… which is one of the most important skills you need as an investor.

P.S Sorry this is late! I had some technical problems this week :D

Today I am very excited to welcome Danielle Bell- Hungry Mummy onto the podcast. Danielle is a professional property investor, property sourcing specialist, entrepreneur , co-host of Progressive Property Network Belfast and Founder of Property Sourcing Made Simple.

We discuss how to find the right property… it’s far simpler than you think!

We also go through other myths in the industry and why the simplest strategies are the best strategies!

FACEBOOK - DANIELLE BELL

INSTAGRAM - @IAMHUNGRYMUMMY

WEBSITE - WWW.PROPERTYSOURCINGMADESIMPLE.CO.UK

This week I've invited Daniel Wood from Momentum Property onto the podcast to discuss the 25 ways of raising money for a deposit!

Remember if you need to reach out to LionHeart you can HERE

#DITLOS is Avneet Virdee a valuation surveyor

Finally come and follow me @honestpropertyinvestment

This week’s hot topics within the podcast will include:

• How our dynamic and unpredictable market has changed and its impact on your property purchases and financing strategies.
• We will address the importance of managing your finances and how to utilize your accountant to your advantage.
• We will then explore how to effectively allocate your investment proceeds to cover any tax expenses, savings, contingency planning, and rainy-day expenditure/funds.
• Next, we will conclude by giving you my end-of-year review, where I will discuss my key learnings from 2022 and finish with some top tips to take into 2023.

Finally, I just wanted to say a personal thank you from me and the rest of the team at NC Real Estate.

I hope you all have a Merry Christmas and a very happy new year!

Don’t forget to join us in 2023 for more exciting content and insights into the property sphere.

Sign up for the Webinar on the 6th December HERE

If you’ve seen where the hype is in the commercial property market, you’ll know it’s great big massive sheds somewhere around the midlands where all the big online retailers are gathering on good supply routes.

We’ve seen cap rates (yields) down as low as 3.5%, the reason being, they are seen as ‘safe bet investments’ for large pension pots and big investors.

Caroline Saxon, our in house commercial surveyor believes that, for now, these larger investments should be left to the big players with deeper pockets because for the most part they are around the top of the market (why? You’ll have to listen to the podcast to find out).

Instead there’s still money to be made for smaller investors in other commercial asset classes that are still bubbling away… especially in secondary and tertiary locations.

Retail and office is still exciting. Mix it with a little bit of resi and you’re moving towards a recipe for success.

But of course with all these shiny pennies, there are do’s and dont’s and you’ve certainly got to be prepared to sift through the sand to find the gold!

You want to know how to do that? You’re going to have to listen to this weeks podcast with me and Caroline Saxon from Team NCRE where we discuss what’s all the fuss about sheds and actually where small investors should be investing right now to see growth over the next 5-10 years!!

This podcast "Tennant Wellbeing (during an Emergency)", is the 16th podcast in this series. Listen out for great tips, advice and hear your questions answered by a professional in the business.

In this podcast Lorenza and I discuss some very important features you should have installed into your home in the case of an emergency. 

In light of the recent fires in London (and in Lorenza's hometown in South Africa) we wanted to get a list together on how you can easily take the necessary precautions... and save lives in case something happens. 

What can you do today? Listen to this podcast to find out.

Why not post your questions and comments on our Property Investment Mastery FB group, where there are other Property Investors like you chatting on a daily basis? 

Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy our chat!

*Are you looking to become a property investment master? Click here to schedule a FREE 60 MINUTE call with us to find out how.
http://www.ncrealestate.co.uk/schedule-your-call

*Got questions/comments? Email Natasha@ncrealestate.co.uk or visit my site

*Looking for a Property Investment Facebook Page to share your thoughts and concerns? Join Property Investment Mastery here

This week I discuss my US/UK visa application and what it means for my taxes. I’m also taken you through how you can handle the fear of buying a property. We all get it the minute we put in an offer or think we put in an offer.

Here’s my take on how to handle it… especially given that I’ve just gone under offer on a property I wasn’t expecting to!

To download my Property Investment Success Formula click here https://ncrealestate.co.uk/flowchart

Join the conversation at Property Investment Mastery: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

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I'm finding current agent marketing uninspiring so I've been mixing it up over here to see if we can get our vacant properties let quicker.

Here are the three ways in which I'm doing it!

In this week’s podcast Ramina Jenkins and I discuss the truth about property management.

We’ve both worked together in property management for years! In fact, we’ve known each other since 2011 and have worked on residential and commercial property portfolios together. Now, we are great friends, and an evening with Mina and a glass of wine is my favourite thing to look forward to in London!

We share our top tips and Ramina discusses her top tips for being an efficient property manager and being an expert in this sometimes-frustrating profession.

Yet again, settle down for an intimate conversation with one of my best friends and I, about how we handle ourselves in this diverse industry.

Want to join the Property Investment Mastery Community, click here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

Want more from me and NC Real Estate: https://ncrealestate.co.uk

This week I discuss the State of the UK Housing Market and the range of factors that are currently coming together to create chaos within the market. It’s so important at this time that we proceed with caution!

Property Investment Mastery Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

Website: www.ncrealestate.co.uk

Property Wire Article: https://www.propertywire.com/news/uk/asking-prices-continue-rise-britain-signs-renewed-activity-london/

I recorded a day in my property investment life. It’s a fun way for you to experience what I do on the days which are solely designated for property investment purposes!

To download my Property Investment Success Formula click here https://ncrealestate.co.uk/flowchart

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This week I’ve invited Alice Williams who’s head of property at Pilot Fish to come and chat to me about alternative finance options and answer some of your questions!

To download my Property Investment Success Formula click here https://ncrealestate.co.uk/flowchart

Join the conversation at Property Investment Mastery: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

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If you want to contact Alice directly: awilliams@pilotfishpartnership.co.uk / 07467 527594

Instagram @propertyalice

Make sure you follow me on Instagram @ncrealestateltd

and LinkedIn

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Here's what I'm covering this week:

Podcast Summary Outline: "No-Money-Down Entry into the Property Business"

1. Introduction

   • Desire to enter property business without personal funds.
   • Realities behind the notion: expertise, determination, calculated risks.

2. Strategy 1: Leveraging Existing Equity

   • Use existing property equity for new acquisitions.
   • Collateral for securing funds.
   • Example: Second charge loan against higher-value property.
   • Caution on extended reliance due to high interest.
   • Importance of negotiation skills and networking.

3. Strategy 2: Negotiating Deep Discounts

   • Target properties undervalued for purchase.
   • Financing based on perceived higher value.
   • Rarity of such deals, requiring negotiation prowess and market understanding.

4. Conclusion

   • Feasibility of no-money-down property entry with expertise.
   • Emphasis on strategic thinking and financial intricacies.
   • Cautionary approach due to limited applicability.
   • Acknowledgment of property investment's financial demands.

Here's the link to the January webinar: https://ncrealestate.co.uk/january2021/

I want to thank you for being a part of the NC Real Estate community, it’s an absolute pleasure having you here and I hope you continue to enjoy being here long into 2021 and beyond.

OK, so this week, the podcast is looking a little bit different as it’s definitely time to have a little bit of fun and lay down our property investment hats just for a few days (so I hope you’ve got some good property managers overseeing things for this holiday season)!

I invited my friend Rach back onto the podcast to round up the year. We talk highs and lows and play the 10 Questions Game… Ok we just made up the questions specially for this pod, but it’s a good way to reflect.

If you want to get involved and go through the questions, here they are:

1. What’s the best thing you managed to do in 2020 that you’d never dreamt you’d do?
   
2. What’s the podcast that kept you going throughout the year?
   
3. Best book you read this year?
   
4. The one thing you hope doesn’t change when the world opens up?
   
5. Your favourite TV series you binged this year?
   
6. The Instagram (or social media) account that keeps you motivated?
   
7. The thing you’ve been most anxious about this year?
   
8. The one thing that has helped you cope with 2020?
   
9. The thing you gave up doing because ‘meh’ 2020?
   
10. The thing you’re most proud of in 2020?
    

Why not post the answers to social media and tag me in it @natashaccollins so I can see… the quiz graphic is HERE to make it easy for you to download and post!

Right, it’s been an absolute pleasure. If I don’t speak to you over the holidays, I’ll catch up in 2021.

I’m excited, this week the Members Club is open!! Woohoo… only until Midnight on Thursday 28th January.

This year the Members Club has stepped up. You not only have access to masterclasses in a quick easy sequence that will build out a strategy and then make sure you purchase the perfect property in the right location. But you have access to a wealth of industry databases that surveying firms have access to, for both residential and commercial properties.

Each week you will be invited to come to a commercial Q&A and residential Q&A as well as a Masterclass with either me or our resident coaches where we cover industry updates and asset management strategies.

There are also co-working sessions if you want time to focus on property investment and my team and I are always at the end of an email or in our community to answer any of your questions.

You’re invited to as many sessions as you want to attend, we recommend taking time to come to at least one session a month (if we don’t hear from you we will be checking in as accountability is our thing).

It’s £97/month and you can stay for as long or as little as you want. CLICK HERE TO JOIN

OK right, let’s get into this week’s podcast!

I’m sure you’ve heard about the Governments consultation to grant PDR (permitted development rights) from E class to C3 as of August 2021.

In practice seems phenomenal. Woohoo lets build resi because it’s in demand, but in reality I can see it ending up in an unregulated mess and investors loosing money, here’s why:

• Poses risks with messing up town centers and high streets
  
• Causing poor tenant mix
  
• Investors think this is an easy strategy without providing good quality accommodation
  
• Lack of commercial will push rents up for commercial units elsewhere
  
• More residential will bring residential prices down
  
• Commercial tenants and residential tenants are picky about where they are located
  
• Potential for loosing amenities needed by tenants - such as loading for commercial or parking or gardens
  

So I propose a solution to this and how you can still make good money, want the answer? Listen to this weeks podcast!

I decided to publish a BONUS episode this week as I've been receiving many queries and concerns around commercial property investment at the moment. 

I wanted to share my experience of what is happening on the ground at the moment as I (plus my team) run portfolios on a daily basis and this will be my second recession Ive gone through as a property investor. 

Listen to this shorter-than-usual BONUS podcast to find out what our startegy is and how we're STILL making a success out of commercial property- for the ling term. 

Oh, and if you're wanting to see how we do things over at the Members' Club, come and join the Commercial Property Investment Deal Analysis Masterclass... for Investors wanting to Invest with their SSAS!. 

It's on Tuesday the 15th November @7-8pm GMT, book your spot here now: https://ncrealestate.co.uk/deal-analysis-masterclass-for-investors-15thnovember2022/ 

This week I discuss how to know where the best area is to invest in for YOU, because it is a personal thing!

I also answer questions from within the Property Investment Mastery Facebook Group. You can join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

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Today, I’m very excited, I’ve got Joshua Tharby from JSM Partners with me. He’s an accountant and property tax specialist.

Here are the questions I ask Josh in the podcast and the timestamps:

• [01:06] Firstly, for anyone who hasn’t come across you before, what is your background?
• [05:58] We’re at the end of the 2019/2020 accounting year, what do property investors need to be doing right now to prepare for their tax returns?
• [9:35] What tax changes do we need to be aware of this year?
• [11:05] What are the biggest myths around property investment tax that you are hearing at the moment?
• [13:05] What expenses can we deduct from our rental income?
• [15:16] For those investors who have residential BTL’s in their own name and facing the fact that next year they can’t deduct 100% of their mortgage interest from their rental income, what can they do this year to minimise the impact?
• [18:11] I’m a commercial property enthusiast and am working with a lot of my clients on mixed use and commercial property investments. What tax do you need to be aware for for this property type?
• [21:20] Everyone is trying to invest via Ltd companies. What are the pro’s and con’s of this?
• [22:27] We’ve experienced a lot of uncertainty in the market due to Covid-19, SA’s are really impacted. Do you think that this will have an impact on profits this year? Also, we’ve got to pay tax in advance in July this year, what happens if you’ve made losses and now are worried about how you are going to pay that?
• [26:04] Finally, how do you see the industry changing going forward? (+ some positives of our current situation!)

Social Media links where you can find Josh:

https://jsmpartners.co.uk/

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

https://www.instagram.com/joshuatharby/

https://www.instagram.com/JSMPartners/

I hope you really enjoyed and benefitted from this podcast! 

I want to take a few minutes to wish you a Merry Christmas. Thank you so much for being part of my journey this year and for following NC Real Estate!

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In this week’s episode I discuss the fears and worries of landlords. With the budget looming and already stretched landlords leaving the private rental sectors for pastures new, I discuss what it’s like to have sleepless nights wondering whether you will be able to pay your mortgage.

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This is a bonus podcast that you aren't going to want to miss! Over in the Property Investment Mastery Facebook group I've just uploaded part 1 of my new workshop series the NC Real Estate Workshop. I really want you to make the most of it too so I've uploaded the audio version here!!

Get your pens and paper ready, I'm about to explain to you why you need to make Property Investment your Passion Project.

If you want to watch the full video, head here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

In this week’s podcast I reflect on being brave, the World Built Environment Forum, renting out my flat and how done really is better than being perfect.

If you want to continue the conversation, head over to the Property Investment Mastery Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

Read my blog at: https://ncrealestate.co.ukplus don’t forget to sign up for my newsletter whilst you’re there!

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Click Here to join my Webinar on Monday 6th December The 5 Step Process to nailing down and executing your Property Investment Strategy...over the next 12 months - https://ncrealestate.co.uk/december2021

It took 6 months to go through but finally the commercial property in Barnstaple completed!!

There are a lot of lessons that I’ve learnt here:

• If you buy a commercial property (that’s wholly commercial not mixed use) lending is harder to get which makes it more expensive… eurgh 7.3%. The reason being, lenders think its risky because its low value which MUST mean your tenant isn’t that great
• If you simultaneously exchange and complete on the same day the lender is going to want you to get insurance on the building before you own it… to resolve the problem make sure you agree a quote with the insurer first and get them to start it on the day you want to complete
• Second charge loans are expensive and the legal fees may mean its better to go through a private investor… I’ll let you make that decision when you listen to the podcast!

However, there are still reasons why I pressed on regardless and that’s the beauty of it:

1. It’s a net 4.69% yield / £644.89 net income pcm on a purchase price of £165,000
2. The lease runs until December 2024
3. It’s a full repairing and insuring lease so I don’t have to do anything to it at all… if I don’t want
4. The rental values in the area have gone up since this lease was agreed so it should be around £21,500pa for the whole building which if I agree that at lease renewal the value of the property will jump to £253k, which means I’ll get all of my money back out
5. The local council is desperate to develop the High Street and make it better and there is a lot of money being spent to do this… so I’m excited to see what happens

The finance has been expensive. Yes it’s taken a long time to go through… but all of it SHOULD be worth it due to my due diligence suggesting increase in values.

In this weeks podcast I’ll go through my learning from this deal in detail and ALL OF THE NUMBERS associated with it! So you are going to want to listen here.

Now it's time to focus and I want you to listen closely because there are some tripping hazards in 2022, that if you don’t concentrate on, will slow your property investment success this year.

The biggest tripping hazard… F👏I👏N👏A👏N👏C👏E (Finance)

Firstly, if you need an affirmation, use ‘There will always be finance for my property’... I firmly believe that.

However, it’s taking longer than ever to find a product that suits that you’re aiming for. This is across the board for both residential and commercial.

The reason being is that lenders want to do due diligence, but also don’t want to get sucked into the hype bubble from last year, where there was a lot of overpaying for properties.

So, you are going to have to stay resilient when it comes to finding finance. You are going to get a lot of NOs and you are going to come across a lot of products where you think WT eff is this?!

Ultimately you will get the finance you need but it could take 3-6 months (or sometimes longer). The investors that will succeed this year will build relationships with lenders and be able to present why a deal works to a lender so that they can get the best rates and loan to value.

Those who will fall flat in the mud, won’t prepare and won’t spend the valuable time needed to get this right.

I delve into this in more detail on my Podcast and share some things I’ve learnt recently in regards to refinancing property (Oh and some super exciting news!)

In this weeks podcast, I discuss what happened on my property inspections in Bath and why it’s so vital you diarise your inspections, because otherwise things like this… happen!

Remember the Members Club is opening soon and you are going to want to be on that waitlist, click this link to join: https://ncrealestatemembersclub.com

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Today, I’m excited to invite Faith Locken to the podcast where we discuss commercial, residential, risk and more.

If there’s one big takeaway you should be getting from Covid 19, is that going forward we need to diversify our portfolios to risk proof them.

That’s having a mix of residential property, plus if it’s your jam a sprinkling of commercial.

Markets are ALWAYS going to change, that’s inevitable. Yes, there will be demand for homes and so standard BTL’s will always be a popular investment (providing we buy in the right area).

However, we always need to be thinking about live, work and play… the three overarching categories of property, and how we can maximise that in our portfolio.

You’ve also got to remember, that what works for you, may not work for someone else and vice versa. Therefore you’ve got to build a portfolio that both excites you, but will also hit your goals in a changing market.

To find out more about Faith:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepropertyhustle/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR6ynXH6jiM3BIea8770z4w

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepropertyhustle/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-locken-mrics-msc-710b2263/

MY WEBSITE https://ncrealestate.co.uk

This interview is one not to miss! Come and join Kath Fontana and I to discuss what it's like being the president of the RICS.

I also discuss how you can work out a strategy for property investment by working backwards.

Remember if you need help reach out to LionHeart 

#ditlos is Andy Dodson!

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The 6th most asked question I get! I give you 9 challenges that stop property investors from growing and then guide you with how to leap over the hurdle!

The Members Club is open until the 27th of February at Midnight! This week, I discuss how to grow your portfolio and the hurdles you need to get over in order to get there.

If you want to work with me to grow your property portfolio, now’s the time, click this link to join the Members Club now: https://www.ncrealestatemembersclub.com/

In this week’s podcast, I do a throwback to an incredibly popular interview with Adam Vickers. We chat about how he’s built his property portfolio in Reading and his property business across the rest of the UK through using JV’s and investors. This is jam-packed full of tips and tricks, it’s one not to miss!

Have you watched my "Crossing over to Commercial" mini-course? You're going to love it! It's an hour-long and covers all the basics, PLUS I included a Commercial Deal Analysis (you'll receive that in an email once you sign up). Sign up here: https://ncrealestate.co.uk/crossingovertocommercial 

If you want to continue the conversation, head over to the Property Investment Mastery Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

Read my blog at: https://ncrealestate.co.ukplus don’t forget to sign up for my newsletter whilst you’re there!

If you want to find out more about Adam: www.adamvickers.co.uk

This week my solicitor Nishita Gudka of LBMW is back to discuss all things legal packs. PLUS I'll tell you about a new commercial portfolio that I'm starting.

Jack Veaney is #ditlos - If his job sounds interesting to you, you can apply for a similar position HERE.

LionHeart is our partner, you can contact them here

Finally, if you want to reach out you can find us @honestpropertyinvestment

This week I discuss my non-negotiables in property investment and how this keeps me on track and why you need to have non-negotiables too!

I also answer the following question from within the Property Investment Mastery Facebook Group: Is there any good literature on property investment, especially understanding the legal and tax implications?

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 Website: www.ncrealestate.co.uk

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Welcome to our Property Investment Podcast hosted by Natasha Collins of NC Real Estate. 

This podcast "Why The Right Location Isn't Where You Think", is the 3rd podcast in this series. Listen out tips, advice and hear your questions answered by a professional in the business.

This podcast is all about why choosing the right location for your next Property Investment is SO SO important. There are many factors to consider and in this podcast we bring them to the forefront. 

Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy our chat!

Got questions/comments? Email Natasha@ncrealestate.co.uk or visit my site

Want to book a FREE discovery call? Follow this link to schedule a call

Looking for a Property Investment Facebook Page to share your thoughts and concerns? Join Property Investment Mastery here!

In this episode…..

We dive deep into the world of property investment alongside the dynamic and inspiring Rachel Troughton. If you haven't already heard about Rachel's incredible journey on our podcast, you're in for a treat!

Rachel, a certified property strategist, has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to building successful property portfolios. Her story is a testament to the power of determination and seizing opportunities. From her humble beginnings of walking into an estate agent's office with the audacious question, "I've come to buy an investment property," to owning a thriving portfolio, Rachel has epitomized the meaning of true grit and fearless ambition.

But Rachel's success doesn't stop at traditional buy-to-let properties. She has ventured into diverse investments, including student HMOs, commercial ventures, and even embracing the green energy revolution. Yes, she's involved in the captivating world of battery storage and has discovered a treasure trove of opportunities within the renewable energy sector.

What sets Rachel apart is her unwavering entrepreneurial spirit and her willingness to adapt and evolve. She understands the value of selling properties when the time is right, ensuring she maximizes returns and maintains a healthy loan-to-value ratio. It's a refreshing perspective that challenges conventional wisdom and proves that calculated risks can lead to incredible rewards.

Call to Action:

1. Listen to the previous podcast episode with Rachel Troughton on the Property Solopreneur podcast for more valuable insights.

2. Explore different property investment opportunities and consider diversifying your portfolio.

3. Stay informed about green energy initiatives and potential investment opportunities in the sector.

4. Connect with Rachel on Instagram for property tours and updates on her portfolio.

Welcome to our Property Investment Podcast hosted by Natasha Collins of NC Real Estate. 

This podcast "Knowing Who To TRUST When First Starting Out In Property", is the 6th podcast in this series. Listen out for great tips, advice and hear your questions answered by a professional in the business.

This podcast is about the stages we recommend when first starting out on your Property Journey. We talk about getting your goals down on paper and being as specific as possible, finding the right sources of information to gather the facts and finally, getting to know a mentor/couches style through their social media platforms. It's got a little to do with intuition and your gut feeling too! 

Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy our chat!

*Got questions/comments? Email Natasha@ncrealestate.co.uk or visit my site

*Want to book a FREE discovery call? Follow this link to schedule a call

*Looking for a Property Investment Facebook Page to share your thoughts and concerns? Join Property Investment Mastery here

I’m on annual leave this week because I’m getting married!! So let me tell you about the wedding plan + how I feel the economy is looking property-wise!

Remember the Members Club is opening soon and you are going to want to be on that waitlist, click this link to join: https://ncrealestatemembersclub.com

Follow me on Instagram/Twitter: @natashaccollins

This week on the podcast I go through the 7 Habits of TRULY Successful Property Investors... honestly if you add these into your investment process you will build a successful portfolio!

Property Data - Use the code NC50 at link: https://propertydata.co.uk/a/nc

Thank you for supporting the pod!

This is a bonus podcast that you aren't going to want to miss! this is Part 3 of my new workshop series the NC Real Estate Workshop.

Get your pens and paper ready, I'm about to explain to you how to take action on your property investment strategy and grow your property portfolio no matter where you are starting from!

If you want to watch the full video, head here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/ 

Before I get into today’s podcast info, I wanted to remind you that on Thursday the 19th of May @8pm BST you have a single-use guest pass to the Members' Club LIVE Deal Analysis Masterclass.

*As a non-member, you will be able to attend this event once.

It's going to be 90 minutes of deal analysis magic where my whole Team will be looking at the pros and cons of 2 deals; a Commercial and a Mixed-Use.

To register for this event, click here.

Right, now onto today’s podcast. It's a mix of different points, which are relevant to you as a property investor.

I’ll be discussing:

• Renting Homes in Wales (Fitness for Human Habitation) Regulations 2022
• Another NB caution to landlords is to use professionals when drafting leases...... &
• A quick book review of The Unexpected Joy of The Ordinary by Catherine Gray.

This podcast "Dealing with Terrorism", is the 14th podcast in this series. Listen out for great tips, advice and hear your questions answered by a professional in the business.

 This podcast deals with the practical matters regarding what you should be considering in light of the terrorist attacks. It's by no means a lighthearted topic, but something you as Landlords need to consider- the safety of your tenants is paramount. 

What clauses should you be adding to your insurance properties? Have you got an evacuation plan set out? What social media can help you with in times of distress? These are some the important topics we discuss this morning. 

Why not post your questions on our Property Investment Mastery FB group, where there are other Property Investors like you chatting on a daily basis? 

Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy our chat!

*Are you looking to become a property investment master? Click here to schedule a FREE 60 MINUTE call with us to find out how.
http://www.ncrealestate.co.uk/schedule-your-call

*Got questions/comments? Email Natasha@ncrealestate.co.uk or visit my site

*Looking for a Property Investment Facebook Page to share your thoughts and concerns? Join Property Investment Mastery here

Pens and paper at the ready for this podcast, here’s what you can do to find high LTV mortgages! 

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If you are in the SSAS or commercial property world in the UK then I’m sure you’ve already heard of Alastair Hoyne and Finanze (info@finanze.co.uk). He and his team have some awesome products right now…

But, I’m absolutely sure you’re also thinking, interest rates are going up, lenders don’t seem to be as keen on lending on commercial and especially not commercial property purchased in my SSAS so how on earth am I actually going to move forward in todays climate.

I get you, which is why I wanted to quiz Alastair on this.

Questions asked were:

1. What happens if I have a missed payment on my credit file, will I still get lending?
2. Are there actually any lenders who lend to SSAS’s at a decent rate?
3. What interest rate can I expect to pay on commercial property?
4. How high do you see interest rates rising? Should I even be buying now?
5. When should I use bridging isn’t it expensive?

And, as it turns out from the podcast, anything is possible when it comes to finance.

Enjoy the podcast! 

This podcast "First Property Investment - How & Why You Should Do It", is the 12th podcast in this series. Listen out for great tips, advice and hear your questions answered by a professional in the business.

This podcast is about how to get started on your First Property Investment; What are the benefits? What are the pitfalls? What should you be doing to get your ideas into action? Here, we often excellent advice- so do enjoy listening to this podcast and if you need help, then get in touch with me at natasha@ncrealestate.co.uk or Lorenza at property@ncrealestate.co.uk. 

Why not post your comments on our Property Investment Mastery FB group, where there are other Property Investors like you chatting on a daily basis? 

Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy our chat!

*Are you looking to become a property investment master? Click here to schedule a FREE 60 MINUTE call with us to find out how.
http://www.ncrealestate.co.uk/schedule-your-call

*Got questions/comments? Email Natasha@ncrealestate.co.uk or visit my site

*Looking for a Property Investment Facebook Page to share your thoughts and concerns? Join Property Investment Mastery here

This week I’ve invited Johnathan Gordon of Clan Gordon to come and join me as we talk through how the Scottish property market differs from the English market AND as an investor, where a good place to invest is RIGHT NOW!

To download my Property Investment Success Formula click here https://ncrealestate.co.uk/flowchart

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To find out more about Clan Gordon, head here:  https://www.clangordon.co.uk

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Vito and Daniela, who shared their unique approach to running serviced accommodation (SA). They revealed a strategy that goes beyond relying solely on Airbnb and Booking.com for bookings. While their properties are listed on these platforms, Vito and Daniela primarily use them for SEO ranking purposes to drive traffic to their own brand website. This innovative approach allows them to secure the top spot in search results, and it also provides direct access to Daniela's phone number, enabling potential guests to contact her directly. This personal touch has been instrumental in attracting guests looking for a home away from home.

During our conversation, they shared their remarkable success story of securing a staggering £22,300 booking for a two-bedroom property over three months. This achievement showcases the power of their knowledge and innovation in the SA market. Furthermore, they delved into the topic of capital allowances, emphasizing its importance and providing valuable insights on maximising tax benefits in property investments.

If you're interested in learning more about running serviced accommodation outside of traditional platforms, leveraging SEO strategies, and exploring the potential of capital allowances, this episode is a must-listen.

• Visit Vito and Daniela's website at payersday.co.uk to explore their serviced accommodation offerings and learn more about their innovative approach.

• Connect with Vito and Daniela by reaching out to Vito via email at veto@veto.com or through their business page on payersday.co.uk.

• Don't miss out on the valuable insights shared in this episode, including the discussion on capital allowances. Tune in to the podcast to gain a deeper understanding of these strategies and how they can benefit your SA business.

This week I’m doing something that I’ve wanted to do for years… my ultimate holiday gift guide for property investors!

We’re winding down for the end of the year and this is a little bit of fun along the way :D

1. Personalised Hard Hat https://www.coolhardhats.co.uk – costs roughly £20
2. Steel Toe Cap Boots for development sites – I have the Timberland Chamonix Valley Pull-On Boot for Women in Taupe that I’ve had for years they cost £140.00 - https://www.timberland.co.uk/shop/en/tbl-uk/women-highlights-waterproof/chamonix-valley-pull-on-boot-for-women-in-taupe-a1saa929
3. Power Drill – GALAX PRO 20V Cordless Drill Driver - £42.99 - https://amzn.to/35AplXm
4. Clipboard with storage box (portable) - £16.99 - https://amzn.to/2OrpKG7
5. Disto – Leica DISTO D1 - £86.99 + VAT - https://www.leicadisto.co.uk/shop/leica-disto-d1/
6. Aluminum Carabiner Screw Lock D-ring - £7.90 - https://amzn.to/2Dysjjv
7. Key Box - £19.97 – Schlüssel Key Box - https://www.wayfair.co.uk/furniture/pdp/zeller-schluessel-key-box-zll1115.html
8. High Powered Binoculars, SGODDE Compact Folding Binoculars - £21.90 - https://amzn.to/35FOro2
9. Personalised Large Leather Tote Bag - £69.95 - https://www.notonthehighstreet.com/paperhigh/product/large-leather-shopping-bag
10. Richmond & Finch smash proof phone case – I have the black marble cost around £35 - https://www.richmondfinch.com

A little something for your tenants:

• Signature Flavours Chocolate Hamper – Thorntons - £35 - https://www.thorntons.co.uk/christmas-hampers/signature-flavours-chocolate-hamper-GB54784.html?cgid=christmas-hampers#start=6&cgid=christmas-hampers
• Merry Go Round Musical Biscuit Tin – Fortnum & Mason - £25 - https://www.fortnumandmason.com/products/merry-go-round-musical-tin?taxon_id=2603
• Personalised Prosecco – Not on the High Street - £23.50 - https://www.notonthehighstreet.com/intervino/product/personalised-prosecco
• Orange Bitters Home Candle – Jo Malone - £48.00 - https://www.jomalone.co.uk/product/25425/68637/magic-mayhem/magical-moments/orange-bitters-home-candle
• Dreaming of Christmas Shower Set – Lush - £17.50 - https://uk.lush.com/christmas/gift-sets/dreaming-of-christmas

Just as an FYI All of my market picks are independently selected and curated by me! All product details reflect the price and availability at the time of publication. If you buy something we link to on our site, I may earn a commission.

To download my Property Investment Success Formula click here https://ncrealestate.co.uk/flowchart

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As the title suggests, this podcast is going to be full of useful tips and information. There's a lot going on in the market at the moment, and we as property investors need to keep abreast of everything that's going on. 

In this podcast, I chat about why Commercial Property Investors need to be resilient at the moment and to keep offering on properties- this is what is going to change the market. 

I'll also chat through a Commercial property that I'm negotiating on. While my strategy stays the same, I'm always on the lookout on how to position things to my benefit. Listen to my process in the pod!

Did you see this article? It's from the Daily Mail (I know!), but it chats about how the Government is creating a tax break on Residential property. I'll discuss some of the options that were mentioned in the article (while they appear to be good options, are they really?!)

Finally, I'm going to chat about Changing CIL to IL under the Levelling-Up and Regeneration Bill- seems hopeful for regeneration purposes- what are your thoughts on this? 

Enjoy my podcast this morning!

In this week’s podcast I discuss investing in other people’s projects. Using service charge as leverage to buy the freehold and the Property Investment Success Cycle and why it’s important to know your number…

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Today (and back by popular demand) Rach Cass and I discuss what we’ve been up to and learnt in the first 64 days of the year!

Get ready to laugh with us, get thoughtful with us and have a good time with us as we let you into one of our regular phone dates, where we share our lives!

Want to ask a question or simply get involved in the discussion you can join the Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

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I thought it was time to bring out the big guns and share with you some stories of commercial property that I’ve been involved with over the course of my career that were absolute horrors at the time… I look back on them now and laugh, but also thank goodness I experienced them because it’s made me a better surveyor today.

I thought I’d share some of them. Every property is different. Every tenant is different. In all honesty, a lot of these you would never have seen coming… but a little bit of common sense goes a long way to sorting these problems out.

In today’s podcast, I’m going to run through several case studies. I’ll be chatting through the scenario, the problem and the resolution.

A high end chocolatier with no contents insurance

The tenant who turned the sewer into a water feature

A jeweler who boxed in a leak rather than making a phone call

A yoga studio that smashed all the windows of a brand new building

An ex-brothel that collapsed internally due to the billionaire next door digging out the basement

This is honestly just the beginning! During my time working in property, I’ve seen A LOT (I doubt though that I’ll ever see it all).

It’s about keeping a level head and persevering!! Common sense rules the roost in commercial property. However, in all of those situations, the problem was solved and we moved on. You’ve just got to have staying power… oh and someone on your team who’s not willing to let you loose out and will sort the problems out for you.

Yes, I’m talking about me!

If you've been listening to my podcast for a while now and you want to be part of my Members' Club, you can join me (and my amazing team of Commercial Property Surveyors here: https://ncrealestate.co.uk/membersclub/) 

Natasha

Merry Christmas! I’m celebrating Christmas Eve by inviting my sister Sophie and Mum on the podcast to discuss our Christmas Traditions and share some funny stories!

I hope you really enjoy this one, as much as we loved making it for you!

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After last weeks podcast about the 10 business mistakes I’ve made, it also got me thinking about the biggest risks I’ve taken to get to where I am right now.

Success doesn’t happen through luck or coincidence, it happens because you keep putting yourself out there again and again and again until something sticks… here’s a summary of the risks I have taken which have made me laugh and cry, I go into the learnings in detail on this week's podcast.

And just like that… it’s the end of 2021. Thank you so much for being part of my community this year and supporting me.

Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! I’ll see you in 2022.

This week I'm answering another one of my listeners questions 'How do you Find the Right Properties in Commercial Property and Overcome Common Hurdles?' once you overcome the hurdles you'll find the right property so I've chosen the top 5 hurdles I see with investors and how to overcome these to successfully buy your next commercial property investment.

Back on the 7th January the Ministry for Housing announced their radical leasehold reform proposals.

1. Serious focus on Commonhold and the set up of the Commonhold Council
   
2. Leases could be extended by 990 years rather than 90 and ground rent go to £0
   
3. An online calculator which will tell you what the cost of a lease extension will be
   

This is on top of their current proposals for £0 ground rents on Help to Buy and Retirement Housing.

Sounds great, right? Well, there’s always got to be a catch, which is why I invited Katie Kendrick from the National Leasehold Campaign to discuss what this announcement actually means.

You can find Katie on Twitter @NLC_2019 / https://nationalleaseholdcampaign.org/

Also remember, my webinar on Monday 25th January @ 6:30pm, the Traps you MUST avoid in property investment in 2021. CLICK HERE to register.

This weeks podcast is all about DAYDREAMING and the questions we have been asked this week about why daydreaming is so important for your property business.

That's right, we are giving all of you property investors and real estate professionals the time out to dream big and really achieve your goals!

Don't forget you can get in contact with us by emailing natasha@ncrealestate.co.uk or via our website www.ncrealestate.co.uk 

Welcome back to this week’s intriguing new episode of the Honest Property Podcast: What's your "FIRE" number?

Have you heard of the Financial Independence, Retire Early movement?

Well, it’s about time you learn, because this stuff is truly life-changing. The FIRE movement can help you stop working when you’re much younger or help aim for financial freedom so that you only take on work when you really want to.

For investors, it's all about finding our ideal figure. So, let’s think about it, how much do you want to invest, and with what returns do you need to make to meet your target income and retire as soon as possible?

Oh..... AND.....

YOU'RE INVITED TO OUR FIRST MASTERCLASS OF JANUARY 2023

“Rising above the noise…
…How to successfully invest in Commercial Property in 2023″

Tuesday 24th January @ 7-8 pm UK time.

Click here to sign up TONIGHT >>> https://ncrealestate.co.uk/how-to-successfully-invest-in-commercial-property-in-2023/ 

In this week’s podcast, I talk about how I found my values and how I’ve used that to build my property investments and my business. I also go through how you can use your own values to grow your property portfolio!

Do you want the Property Investment Expansion Success Formula {FLOWCHART}: https://ncrealestate.co.uk/flowchart

Follow me on Instagram/Twitter: @natashaccollins

This week I have seen a trend that is really concerning, the rise of buildings insurance premiums... I discuss its potential impacts on the market in this weeks podcast.

I’ve taken your questions from the Property Investment Mastery Facebook Group:

• Not knowing where to start with low capital
• Where to start with deciding what strategy I should focus on
• Where to start with keeping focused and raising finance
• Where to start with finding a power team
• Where to start with growing a credible investor list

And I've given you a strategy of how to get started!

Don’t forget to go to https://ncrealestate.co.uk and take the What Property Type Should You Buy Next QUIZ

Today, I have decided to get to the bottom of what actually goes on with valuations, from the man who sets the standards, Ben Elder.

We discuss what Market Value actually means. How Valuers come to a value. The difference in valuations AND we dispel myths.

PLEASE put this podcast on and take a good listen to what Ben has to say. Ben is in charge of setting the standard your property will be valued on. Yes, he does it on a UK basis for the RICS but also chairs the International Valuation Standards Committee so will be part of setting the standard for valuations internationally too.

Please note that all views are Ben's own. 

You can find Ben Elder on LinkedIn

Twitter @belder10

In this week’s podcast I chat with my solicitor Nishita about why it’s so necessary to have a solicitor that has your back. How we dealt with the most recent flat sale and the times she’s given me advice that’s saved me thousands of pounds. This is a podcast not to be missed.

Join the Members Club waiting list here: https://ncrealestatemembersclub.com

If you want to continue the conversation, head over to the Property Investment Mastery Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyinvestmentmastery/

Read my blog at: https://ncrealestate.co.ukplus don’t forget to sign up for my newsletter whilst you’re there!

Follow me on Instagram / Twitter: @natashaccollins

If you want to speak to Nishita: Nishita.Gudka@lbmw.com

This morning's new podcast is titled, "The Anatomy of an Offer"

Topics I will be covering today:

✔️How to get your valuation right each time

✔️The stages of offer-making

✔️How to make an offer

✔️We’ll cover the components of an offer

✔️How to negotiate after making an offer

Listen to the podcast now!

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AND....... I wanted to extend this invitation to all my podcast listeners...

-----YOU'RE INVITED TO OUR FIRST MASTERCLASS OF JANUARY 2023-----

“Rising above the noise…
…How to successfully invest in Commercial Property in 2023″

Tuesday 24th January @ 7-8 pm UK time.

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It’s getting to the end of the year and firstly I’m getting reflective… for the second year in a row we’re about to double NC Real Estate’s income… in fact it’s doubled today and we’ve still got 4 months until the end of the year.

It’s crazy, certainly something that when I sit down and reflect with Lorenza and the rest of my team, I wouldn’t have even imagined being able to do back in 2016-17 when I really started to push forward on this.

In the spirit of transparency and to help those of you out there who are running a business and feel like its both heaven and hell all at once I thought I’d share with you the 10 worst mistakes I’ve made in business… I’ve hashed out the details in my podcast.