The Property Podcast

Every time there’s a major global shock, the headlines say the same thing: uncertainty, panic, wait and see. But when you look at what happens next, a very different pattern emerges. Rob & Rob unpack what the conflict in Iran means for mortgage rates, investor confidence and the UK property market. But rather than speculating about what happens next, they look at what has happened, analysing how the market responded to Brexit, Covid, the Ukraine war, and the mini-budget. (02:27) How swap rates work and why mortgage products are disappearing from the market right now (04:52) The consistent pattern across Brexit, Covid, Ukraine, and the mini-budget – plus what property prices did each time (12:40) Why nervous markets create better deals, and how to think about the current window of opportunity (15:56) What rising mortgage rates mean in practice, and a simple example showing why they shouldn't change your decision (18:08) The lifelong investing lesson to take from all of this, and why Warren Buffett would love UK property right now (20:00) Hub Extra Links mentioned: Claude AI Obsessed with AI? Property Hub is hiring - get in touch Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Find out more about Property Hub Invest

Got a burning property question? Rob & Rob are back every Tuesday answering yours. This week: (00:42) Jamie's noticed that house prices have barely moved while inflation has been running hot. Is this the "silent property crash"? And could it go on for years? Rob D explains why policymakers might prefer it this way, and why it's secretly great news if you're a property investor with a mortgage. (03:58) Marcus wants to shift his strategy towards higher yielding properties, but he's worried about the trade-offs... more maintenance, trickier tenants. Rob B explains how picking the right type of property avoids most of the headaches, and shares a painful (and expensive!) lesson about tenant insurance he'll never make again. Links mentioned: The Price of Money by Rob Dix Seven Myths About Money by Rob Dix Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Got a question? Send it in here. Find out more about Property Hub Invest

This isn't a property episode, but it might be one of the most valuable ones yet. These are the six books that genuinely changed Rob & Rob's lives, and they could change yours too. Because while most property investors obsess over yields, capital growth, and the best places to buy, none of that matters if you haven't got your mindset right first. Everything from business to personal fulfilment, there's something on this list for you. (01:05) News story of the week (05:27) The book that made Rob D's friend realise he was trading years of his life (09:02) The timeless classic that turned Rob B into a better communicator (11:04) The one question that tells you where to focus, so everything else becomes unnecessary (13:30) The Tony Robbins book that accelerated Rob B's entire career (15:54) The two books that round out the list, including one Rob B bought before he even finished recording the episode Links mentioned: Die with Zero by Bill Perkins How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie The One Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan Awaken the Giant Within by Tony Robbins How I Found Freedom in an Unfree World by Harry Browne Maximum Achievement by Brian Tracy Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Find out more about Property Hub Invest

It's Tuesday, so it’s time for another Ask Rob & Rob episode! (00:45) Chris has built a portfolio of 8 properties, all rented to government-backed social care providers, but the Renters' Rights Bill is giving him sleepless nights. Is he right to be worried? Rob B explains and shares the one thing all landlords can do to put their mind at ease. (06:43) Michelle's trying to sell a flat, but a potential buyer has raised questions about whether it has a qualifying lease under the Building Safety Act (2022). Rob D breaks down what that means, why it matters, and the practical steps to stop it derailing the sale. Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts – it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Got a question? Send it in here. Find out more about Property Hub Invest

There’s one mistake you absolutely can’t afford to make when investing in property, and that’s buying in the wrong area. In this episode, Rob & Rob break down the locations they’d avoid right now, and more importantly, why they don’t stack up. From regions hitting affordability ceilings to ultra-cheap bargains that drain your profits, they reveal the locations that trip up investors time and again. Whether you're about to make your first purchase or expanding your portfolio, this is the kind of episode that could save you from a very costly decision. They cover: (00:55) News story of the week (04:10) The worst-performing region right now – and why it won’t bounce back anytime soon (06:55) The area that boomed during the pandemic, but reality has well and truly caught up (09:21) Why chasing ultra-cheap property is a trap both Robs fell into and still regret (12:41) The "sinking ship" that's lost 25% of its value since 2014 – and is still falling (15:19) The quick-fire round: three more risky areas including regulation headaches, overseas traps, and single-employer towns (19:41) Hub Extra Links mentioned: How to Be a Landlord by Rob Dix - second edition Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Find out more about Property Hub Invest

It's time for another episode of Ask Rob & Rob, where we tackle your property questions. Here's what's coming up this week... (00:42) Dan's credit score keeps taking a hit with every new buy-to-let purchase, but does it even matter? Rob D explains why lenders care far less about that number than you think. (03:39) Joe wants to transfer a property from his personal name into a limited company to save on tax. Sounds sensible, but the Stamp Duty bill might make it a costly mistake. Rob B walks through a simple calculation to see if it's worth it. Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Send us your question here – just hit record!. Find out more about Property Hub Invest

The UK property market has quietly hit record highs – but is anyone actually paying attention? February's data reveals a market that's technically stronger than it's been in years, yet sentiment hasn't caught up. Rob & Rob break down the numbers that matter, from surprising regional rental gaps to the mortgage market improvements that could fuel the year ahead. (0:54) House prices reach new peaks (2:28) Record supply and 40% of homes now cheaper to buy than rent (4:54) North East rental growth hits 8% versus London's 1.1% (8:20) Mortgage market improvements and the Bank of England rate decision (9:15) Renters' Rights Bill updates (14:30) Hub Extra Links mentioned: Personal Tax Receipt calculator: Get here London’s 2026 Housing Crisis Explained: Watch here House prices: Halifax House Price Index The Guardian/UK Housing Market Property Industry Eye/Chain fragility Rents: ONS Private Rent and House Prices SafeDeposits Scotland data Mortgage/Interest rates: Mortgage Rate Radar Middle East conflict hits market sentiment Renters' Rights Govt updates student possession grounds in RRA The Telegraph/Reform pledge to scrap renters’ rights EPC/Tax: Landlord EPC “bills” Limited company landlords taking bigger share of market MTD will impose fines and penalty points Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Find out more about Property Hub Invest

Got a property question that's been keeping you up at night? Every Tuesday, Rob & Rob are here to help. (00:33) Chris's letting agent wants to charge him a renewal fee for a tenancy that expires mid-April – just two weeks before the Renters' Rights Bill makes fixed-term agreements a thing of the past. With rolling contracts about to come in, is there any point paying to renew? He asks Rob & Rob whether he can push back. (03:43) Matt wants to find a good solicitor to help get his property deals through, but it's proved tricky. The local firms he'd trust aren't on his lender's panels, and the big nationwide ones that are, have let him down on service. He asks Rob & Rob how they go about finding reliable professionals to work with. Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Send us your question here – just hit record!. Find out more about Property Hub Invest

As a property investor, it's completely normal to worry. But too often, that worry is focused in the wrong places. Rob & Rob have spoken to thousands of investors over the years, and they've noticed a pattern: worry tends to be misdirected. In this episode, they're setting the record straight by running through the concerns you can safely strike off your list and highlighting the ones that genuinely deserve your attention. (01:35) News story of the week (04:44) The things you can stop worrying about (21:19) What you should focus on (27:36) Hub Extra Links mentioned: Ikea Standing Desks They Just Changed Property Tax Forever! Watch on YouTube here Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Find out more about Property Hub Invest