Confessions of a letting agent

In this episode, Ben interviews Kate Gregory part of the Agent Rainmaker group. Kate is a leading professional in the property industry with nearly 20 years of experience. She has now mentored and coached over 400 property professionals through the Agent Rainmaker training courses, we highly recommend Kate & the Agent Rainmaker team if you are an agent.

You'll learn everything you need to about the White Paper Reform. The White Paper outlines the changes to the sector which ministers are proposing are included within the Bill, which could be passed within the next 12 months – although there would then be a period of time before landlords had to comply with the new legislation.

If you are wanting to find out more from Kate, head to: https://agentrainmaker.co.uk/ for more information.

This week, Olly interviews Craig Phillips from G8 Property and Candam Furniture Solutions.  Craig has a wealth of knowledge in managing HMOs and more specifically, filling them with furniture!

Having the right furniture, can help you have happier tenants, less maintenance and command a higher rent while also making your HMO stand out from the crowd.

Find out why the colours, Boston Concrete and Nevada Grey are all in at the moment and why size (16mm) really does matter!

Craig also gives us the heads up on some incredible software he’s been trailing which will help HMO landlords reduce their energy bills… who doesn’t want to save on their energy at the moment?!

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This week Ben is joined by Harvey ‘Growthproperties’ also known as The Remote Property Investor.  If you are looking to get started in property and have little experience and/or little money to get started, then this is the episode for you.  Harvey talks about how property has motivated him to overcome dyslexia, drugs and mental health issues to grow a successful property coaching business.  This is a raw and honest account of someone who keeps striving for more and will not accept no as an answer.  You’ll learn about ‘5,4,3,2,1 DO IT’ mentality and why it’s important to get educated so you keep your skill and ambition levels equal!

This week we welcome Fergus Laird from North East commercial property firm @naylors Gavin Black, who talks all things commercial property and gives us an insight into what’s going up as well as down, in the North East market.  Fergus reveals how there is value in the North East at the moment and which are the key sectors that are doing well at present.  If you want to diversify your residential portfolio and get started in commercial, this is podcast for you!

This week we have the pleasure of welcoming, ex-Harlequins and Scotland Rugby international (and front cover of Men’s Health star) Tim Visser @timbovisser to the podcast!  Tim has a wealth of experience in the ups and downs of property investment, being a good landlord and even finding hidden safes!  Tim is big on taking action, while making sure you have a clear strategy and goals in place.

This week we have Ryan Cresswell from Anthony Properties as a guest on the podcast, Ryan has a wealth of knowledge in property investment despite only being 25.  Ryan likes to invest in HMOs and has used Rent to Rent among other strategies, which have helped him to quickly replace his monthly income, free up his time to jump headfirst into full-time property investment.

Why is Rent to Rent the Deliveroo of property investment?!  Listen to this podcast to find out!

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How to build an estate agency which manages over £75m of property… from scratch!

This week we turn the microphone on Ben Quaintrell, picking his brains and finding out a little more about what motivates him and how to educate yourself in property.

Washing cars, labouring at weekends and working in Australia are all integral parts of the journey!

This week Ben interviews a 33-year veteran of the PR world Graham Robb (Founder of Recognition PR) they discuss the specifics of what the government’s ‘levelling up’ scheme is bringing to the area.  This is a must listen for anyone who’s sat on the fence, wondering whether now is the right time to invest in North East property or (anyone looking for tips on how to live on a pittance in the Yorkshire Dales!)

Looking to make a career out of property investment and go into it full time?

Tim Ives (Property Investor and Co-host of The Great North PIN) has done just that, motivated by wanting to spend more time with his family and by creating financial freedom.

Tim has got a strategy to match your goal.

This week we have a special announcement to make, after nine years My Property Box has moved into the sales market!

Ben interviews Ashley who has joined the team to help grow the sales team, she has a wealth of experience within the industry and thinks there has never been a better time to market your property.

Have a listen to find out why…

How do you go from being a couple of university dropouts to living in a cold caravan to building a block of 60 luxury student apartments to owning your own construction firm… all before you’ve reached 30?!

Tom & Jack Atha of Atha Developments tell all! They have a wealth of experience in multiple areas of property, from refurbing terraced properties to building luxury detached houses to developing purchase-built student accommodation, they’ve got it covered!

Hilarious stories and many a life lesson shared along the way!

In this special episode of Confessions of a letting agent we are joined by landlord and investor Richard Huysers, Richard has been in the game for a number of years and has a solid strategy for investment.

Nick has a long history in the lettings industry and has been helping landlords get their properties back for over a decade!

He talks us through how the eviction process has changed recently and what you need to be aware of when evicting a tenant. Find out why you need to put aside 12 months to evict a tenant, why it’s so important to do your background checks and why it’s important to jump on arrears immediately!

In this episode of Confessions of a letting agent, Director Ben Quaintrell & Investments Manager Graham O'Neill discuss the potential pitfalls of buying investment property

In this episode of Confessions of a letting agent we are joined by special guest Darrel, Director of DWK Consultancy.

This podcast will provide an insight into what tech you can use to help you successfully let and manage property during a lockdown. This will be useful for anyone with an interest in property who wants to make their processes a little more efficient!

Join myself, Olly & Jemma as we discuss the advantages of rent guarantee for your portfolio and a lettings legal update which will help you understand the importance of rent guarantee and why you should consider it.

In this episode we're joined by property investment heavyweight Nathan Winch of Winch & Co, who talks us though property investment techniques and even managed to give us a chuckle along the way!

In this episode of Confessions of a Letting Agent, we are joined by guests Paul & Jemma who both work in the tenancy management department. We are discussing top tips for inventories, check outs and inspections and how important they are.

In this episode I will be interviewing Marie our Lettings Manager, we will be covering all aspects of the current rental market.

It is not one to miss.

In this episode we will be discussing the latest legal updates in the property lettings industry

Confessions of a Letting Agent is a monthly podcast for anyone interested in property, especially investing in and managing it.

Ben Quaintrell, Director of My Property Box has over 15 years’ experience within the lettings industry and oversees the management and growth of a portfolio worth nearly £50 Million.  He has a wealth of knowledge to share with landlords and property enthusiasts and will cover a range of property topics on this podcast

Confessions of a Letting Agent is a monthly podcast for anyone interested in property, especially investing in and managing it.

Ben Quaintrell, Director of My Property Box has over 15 years’ experience within the lettings industry and oversees the management and growth of a portfolio worth nearly £50 Million.  He has a wealth of knowledge to share with landlords and property enthusiasts and will cover a range of property topics on this podcast.