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The Investors Corner
Everyone has an investment case. What's yours? Hosted by James Rawlinson, Lettings Director at iad UK, The Investors Corner is a podcast about property, money, business and the decisions that shape our financial future. Whether you're an experienced property investor, a landlord, a business owner or just starting to explore your options, there's something here for you. We're bringing together people who have real experience and something interesting to say. From property investors and mortgage…
Episodes
The Investors CornerThe Investment Case for Looking Beyond UK Property in 2026 | Steve Eakins
Welcome back to The Investors Corner, hosted by James Rawlinson, Lettings Director at iad UK, alongside co-host Lee O'Brien. This time, they're joined by Steve…
The Investors CornerThe Investment Case for a Lettings Portfolio in 2026 | Mike Robson
Is building a lettings portfolio still worth it in 2026? With rising costs, changing legislation and increasing pressure on landlords, property investment…
The Investors CornerLifetime Mortgages The Strategy Property Owners Need to Understand
Are you sitting on property wealth but unsure how to use it or pass it on efficiently? In this episode, we're joined by Greg May to break down lifetime…
The Investors CornerFrom Property to Bitcoin Mining The Future of Investing & Energy
What if your building could generate income, just by using energy differently? In Part 2, we go deeper into the technology side of Bitcoin and explore how it's…
The Investors Corner10 Rental Properties or Bitcoin The Investment Debate Everyone's Ignoring
Is property still the best investment, or is something else taking its place? In Part 1 of this conversation, we sit down with Jason, who grew up in a property…
The Investors CornerSales Slowing Rents Rising Real Data on Sales, Rents & Risk
What is really happening in the UK property market right now? In this episode, Ian Macbeth and Andy Brown sit down to analyse live sales and lettings data to…
The Investors CornerWho Wins Next The Landlords Who Will Thrive and Those Who Won't
If Part One explored what's changed, Part Two asks what happens next. Are smaller landlords being squeezed out, or are they evolving? Where is opportunity…
The Investors CornerThe Great Landlord Reset What Just Changed
The private rental sector has entered a new phase and it's not subtle. With rising mortgage costs, tightening compliance, and the introduction of the Renters'…
The Investors Corner$2 Trillion Vanished – Who Survived
Bitcoin and the wider crypto market have gone through multiple boom-and-bust cycles. During downturns, headlines focus on the losses, but experienced investors…
The Investors CornerBitcoin vs Property Have We Been Investing in the Wrong Thing
Property has been a core wealth-building strategy in the UK for decades, familiar, tangible and widely trusted. But over the same period, Bitcoin has gone from…
The Investors CornerWhy Mortgage Strategy Matters More Than Rates Now
Mortgages are no longer a one-size-fits-all decision and the market has shifted more than most people realise. In this episode, we sit down with Harvinder from…
The Investors CornerWhy Buy-to-Let Isn't Playing Out the Way People Think
Is buy-to-let really dead or are investors just looking in the wrong places? In this episode, we break down the UK property market as it stands in and cut…
The Investors CornerOnly 17% of Landlords Know This Law Is Coming… Are You One of Them
The UK rental market has shifted more in the past 12 months than most landlords realise and the data behind it is eye-opening. In this episode, Andy, Cindy and…
The Investors CornerYour Will Isn't Enough After the Budget - Here's What Every Landlord Must Fix
Welcome back everyone. Today we're diving into the part of the Budget that barely got any airtime but massively impacts landlords: inheritance, pensions, and…
The Investors CornerWhat the Budget Really Means for Landlord Mortgages - Broker Explains
After weeks of confusion, headlines, and half-baked social media takes… what does the 2025 Budget actually mean for landlords and their mortgages? In this…
The Investors Corner2025 Budget Bombshells The Tax Changes That Could Crush (or Save) You
Today we're diving into something every landlord and property investor in the country needs to have on their radar. There are some pretty heavy rumours…
The Investors CornerThe Renters' Rights Act Has Landed Here's What Landlords NEED to Know (Before It's Too Late)
This week we're breaking down the brand-new Renters' Rights Act, the biggest shake-up to renting in decades. We'll explain what it means for landlords, when…
The Investors CornerProperty Market SHOCK: Why Investors Are Buying When Everyone Else Waits
Everyone's asking the same question right now, is it a good time to buy property? In this episode, we're cutting through the noise with a clear market update…
The Investors CornerWhy Most Landlords End Up Broke, Busy & Burnt Out
Most landlords step into property believing it'll bring them passive income. But the reality? For many, it's just another full-time job with late-night tenant…
The Investors CornerProperty Up 34%… Stocks Up 74% – Is Buy-to-Let Dead?
For years, buy-to-let was the UK's favourite investment. But with higher taxes and tougher rules, some say it's finished. At the same time, stocks and shares…
The Investors Corner£885 Per Property: The New National Insurance Hit on Landlords
Landlords, brace yourselves the government's latest move could cost you an extra £885 per property in London and £722 elsewhere. Yes, we're talking about…
The Investors CornerLandlords: Don't Let HMRC Take Your Portfolio – Estate Planning Secrets You Need to Know
Welcome back to the podcast. Today we're diving into something that doesn't always get talked about in the property world but absolutely should Wills and…
The Investors CornerLandlords Are Back! £10.5bn BTL Lending Surge – But Will It Last?
This week, we're joined by Tom Ashton from Mortgage Tribe to unpack the massive changes happening in the landlord mortgage market in 2025. Buy-to-let lending…
The Investors CornerPanorama Exposed the Industry – How Landlords Avoid Getting Burned
This week we're joined by Adam Colvin, one of Avocado's experienced partner agents, for a proper behind-the-scenes look at the estate agency world and it gets…
The Investors CornerUK Rental Crisis, Council Landlord Lists & Evictions Explained – Most Googled Questions
We're back with Part 2 of the UK's most Googled landlord questions and this time we're digging into the juicier topics. Why landlords are selling, who helps…
The Investors CornerLandlord Questions Everyone's Googling in 2025 (Mould, Pets, Rent Rises + More)
"What do people really want to know about landlords in 2025? Ian put Andy to the test with Google's 7 most searched landlord questions and we're breaking them…
The Investors CornerLandlords Who Lost Big... And the Ones Who Beat the System
In Part 3, we wrap up our conversation with Phillip Coburn by focusing on strategy. What do successful landlords do that others don't? How do you keep legal…
The Investors CornerThe Legal Mistakes That Could Cost Landlords Thousands
In Part 2 of our three-part conversation with solicitor Phillip Coburn, we dive into the legal traps that catch landlords out and often cost them serious…
The Investors CornerIs This the End of Landlord Control? The Truth About Section 21 & the Renters Reform Bill
In this first episode of our 3-part series, we're joined by Phillip Coburn, a civil litigation solicitor with nearly 30 years' experience helping landlords…
The Investors CornerHow He Built a Property Portfolio From Scratch – And Why He's Backing the Midlands
If you're wondering where the smart money is going in property, this episode has the answers. In Part 2, Umesh Kalra shares how he's building his portfolio…
The Investors CornerHe Quit His Job for Property – The Brutal Truth About Starting from Scratch
He didn't have a massive bank balance or millionaire contacts. Just belief, hard work, and a willingness to take risks. Here's how Umesh left the 9–5 and built…
The Investors CornerHow I Built a 4-Property Portfolio While Working Full-Time | Real Talk on Money, Family & Early Retirement!
An ex-electrician shares how he built a profitable rental portfolio while working full-time, raising a family, and dreaming of early retirement. No hype — just…
The Investors CornerAre Landlords About to Catch a Break? Shake Up on Renters Rights Bill
Big moves happening behind closed doors – the Renters' Rights Bill is at committee stage right now, and some very surprising amendments have been proposed…
The Investors CornerStarting From Zero | How We'd Build a Property Business
Imagine starting from zero: no money, no contacts, no properties. You're left with just your knowledge and experience. What's your next move? In this episode…
The Investors CornerHow to Quit Your £100k Job and Build a Property Portfolio That Pays You for Life
Sick of the 9-5 grind? Here's how to use property to buy back your time We break down the exact steps needed to transition from a secure £100,000 salary to…
The Investors CornerBuy-to-Let in 2025 | What's Changed and Is It Still Worth It?
Thinking of investing in buy-to-let property? In this episode, we're joined by mortgage expert Tom, who shares crucial insights on the UK mortgage market…
The Investors CornerWhere Should You Invest £100K in 2025? | Property, Stocks & Market Trends
Thinking about investing in property or stocks? In this episode of The Investor's Corner, Ian is joined by Ryan and Sanjay avocado property's Bracknell…
The Investors CornerBitcoin Basics & Beyond | Asset Protection & Privacy Tips
In this episode of The Investor's Corner, we're back for part two with James Dewar. We look into the basics and beyond of Bitcoin, focusing on protection…
The Investors CornerThe Bitcoin Strategy | Why It's More Than Just a Trend
In this episode of the Investors Corner Podcast, we talk about smart investment strategies for 2025, focusing on Bitcoin and cryptocurrency. This is part one…
The Investors CornerHow To Invest In 2025 | Property, Crypto, And Stock Market Trends
In this episode of the Investors Corner Podcast, we dive into the key investment strategies for 2025. Whether you're focused on property, crypto, or expanding…
The Investors Corner2024 Podcast Recap | Key Takeaways & 2025 Property Market Predictions
Welcome back to another episode of The Investors Corner Podcast! It's now 2025, and in this episode, we take a look back at the podcasts from last year and…
The Investors CornerThe Rental Market in 2025 | Expert Predictions & Essential Tips
SUBSCRIBE @AvocadoProperty Welcome back to The Investor's Corner! In this episode, we dive into what 2025 has in store for the property and rental market…
The Investors CornerSmart Property Investments | How to Secure Big Deals in 2025
SUBSCRIBE @AvocadoProperty Welcome back to another episode of The Investor's Corner! In this episode, Peter Licourinos shares his expert insights on the…
The Investors CornerNavigating Probate: Why Landlords Need Estate Planning
In this episode of The Investor's Corner, Mike is joined by Claire Earwaker dos Reis from Soteria Planning, as they dive into the essential aspects of estate…
The Investors CornerQuick Wins and Big Risks: Crypto, Rent Orders, and Tax Insights
Welcome back to another episode of The Investor's Corner! In this episode, we discuss the latest in crypto trends, the Renters Rights Bill, and tax insights…
The Investors CornerTax and Insurance | Key Challenges for Investors in 2025
Welcome back to another episode of The Investor's Corner! In this week's episode, Mike and Andy are joined by Luke Masters, Director of Survey Network…
The Investors CornerShould You Expand Your Portfolio? | Insights from Stuart Jackson-Bock
In this episode of The Investor's Corner, Mike and Andy sit down with Stuart Jackson-Bock, a property investor and agent with years of experience in the…
The Investors CornerFrom Wall Street to the UK: Navigating Global Markets Post-Election
In this episode, Mike and Andy discuss the significant shifts in global politics following Donald Trump's 2024 presidential win and what this could mean for…
The Investors CornerFrom Tax To Energy Efficiency | Budget Changes All Investors Should Know
In this episode of The Investor's Corner, Ian and Andy are joined by mortgage expert Ves from Mortgage Tribe. Together, they take a deep dive into the latest…
The Investors CornerReading vs the Rest | Property Investment Opportunities with Kiel Holder
SUBSCRIBE @AvocadoProperty In this episode of The Investors Corner, Mike is joined by Kiel Holder, an avocado partner in Reading, to delve into why Reading…
The Investors CornerWhy Bracknell? | Investing in One of the UK's Property Hotspots
SUBSCRIBE @AvocadoProperty In this episode of The Investors Corner, Andy and Ian are joined by Ryan Bloomfield, an avocado partner in Bracknell, to explore why…
The Investors Corner7 Reasons to Invest Wisely | Choosing the Best Property Strategy
SUBSCRIBE @AvocadoProperty In this episode of The Investors Corner, Andy and Mike dive into 7 crucial decisions every property investor faces. From whether to…
The Investors CornerBuilding Wealth With HMOs | Strategies For Cash Flow And Long-Term Success
SUBSCRIBE @AvocadoProperty In this episode of The Investors Corner, Andy and Ian continue their conversation with Milesh Lakhani, Director of Revive Property…
The Investors CornerHealth, Wealth, and HMOs | A Journey Beyond Corporate Life
SUBSCRIBE HERE @AvocadoProperty In this episode of The Investors Corner, Andy and Ian are joined by Milesh Lakhani, Director of Revive Property, as he shares…
The Investors CornerHow to Invest £50k: Risky vs. Balanced Strategies for Growth
SUBSCRIBE HERE @AvocadoProperty In this week's episode of The Investors Corner, Andy, Mike, and Ian revisit a popular topic—how they would invest £50k over the…
The Investors CornerAutumn Budget 2024 | What Investors Need to Know
SUBSCRIBE HERE @AvocadoProperty In this week's episode of The Investors Corner, Andy, Mike, and Ian talk about how the upcoming Autumn Budget could affect…
The Investors CornerInvesting £50k | Cryptocurrency, Property, and Startups
In this week's episode of The Investors Corner, Andy, Mike, and Ian discuss how they would invest £50k over the next five years, covering various strategies…
The Investors CornerThe Investors Corner Joins The Top 2% | 150th Episode!
Celebrating 150 Episodes of The Investors Corner Join hosts Andy, Mike, and Ian as they mark a major milestone—150 episodes! In this special episode, they…
The Investors CornerMarket Snapshot | Housing & Mortgage Updates
Welcome to this episode of The Investors Corner! We have Ian Macbeth, joined by co-host Andy Brown. Today, we're thrilled to have Ves Doctorov from Mortgage…
The Investors CornerDubai vs. UK Property | Risk, Reward, and Strategy
In this week's episode of The Investors Corner, hosts Andy and Mike welcome Josh Holt, an experienced estate agent in both Dubai and the UK, to explore the…