Podcast · 130 episodes
The Property Podcast
by Rob Bence and Rob Dix from The Property Hub · English
The Property Podcast from Property Hub (propertyhub.net) is the podcast for all property investors – new or experienced. Rob Bence and Rob Dix discuss a different property topic and property news item each week, passing on their knowledge and experience to the listeners. They both invest in UK Property so they practise what they preach. No hard sell, no bull just straight talking property investment advice!
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ASK543: My non-paying tenant just became my colleague! PLUS: Should I buy this with cash?Two Q&As from landlords/investors. First, Alice asks whether to start property investing with £600 cash, whether to buy a £200–£250 “doer-upper” with cash or use a mortgage, and whether to flip or…29 Sep 2026 · 11 min
The unintended consequence of the Renters’ Rights Act that NOBODY is reportingThe episode covers three themes: (1) unintended consequences of the UK Renters’ Rights Act, especially “inverse bidding wars” where landlords/agents raise advertised rents because they can’t accept…24 Sep 2026 · 33 min
ASK542: Should I add mortgage fees to my loan? PLUS: My tenant is running a business from my property - what now?Whether to add mortgage fees to the loan vs pay upfront, and what to do if a tenant runs a business from a residential property.22 Sep 2026 · 8 min
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ASK543: My non-paying tenant just became my colleague! PLUS: Should I buy this with cash?Two Q&As from landlords/investors. First, Alice asks whether to start property investing with £600 cash, whether to buy a £200–£250 “doer-upper” with cash or use a mortgage, and whether to flip or…29 Sep 2026 · 11 min · 2 chapters
The unintended consequence of the Renters’ Rights Act that NOBODY is reportingThe episode covers three themes: (1) unintended consequences of the UK Renters’ Rights Act, especially “inverse bidding wars” where landlords/agents raise advertised rents because they can’t accept…24 Sep 2026 · 33 min · 15 chapters
ASK542: Should I add mortgage fees to my loan? PLUS: My tenant is running a business from my property - what now?Whether to add mortgage fees to the loan vs pay upfront, and what to do if a tenant runs a business from a residential property.22 Sep 2026 · 8 min · 4 chapters
The man who sees every rent in BritainUsing Supla/Zoopla rental data to explain why UK rents vary by region, where rents are rising or falling, and what landlords should do next.17 Sep 2026 · 27 min · 10 chapters
ASK541: What advice would you give a first-time landlord? PLUS: Can I rent to a family member?Advice for first-time buy-to-let landlords and whether you can rent a property to a family member (specifically a disabled sister) and still get a mortgage. Guests: Rob and Rob (hosts).15 Sep 2026 · 8 min · 2 chapters
Market Update - September 2026September 2026 UK and global market update focused on government bond volatility, rising bond yields, and how this feeds into UK swap rates, mortgage pricing, rents, property affordability, and…10 Sep 2026 · 21 min · 12 chapters
ASK540: How can I sell this property? PLUS: Is this rent increase allowed?Two UK landlord questions: (1) a limited-company holiday let that’s been converted to apartments except one remaining holiday let—how to sell or survive the winter mortgage gap; (2) whether a rent…8 Sep 2026 · 9 min · 4 chapters
Would Warren Buffett buy UK property?Whether UK property is “undervalued” using a Warren Buffett-style value investing framework, and where to find value (net yields, price-to-income, and replacement-cost break-even), plus how discounts…3 Sep 2026 · 24 min · 14 chapters
ASK539: Are period properties better than new build? PLUS: Is a 10% return too good to be true?Whether period buy-to-lets outperform new builds, plus a warning about “guaranteed” student accommodation/assisted living deals promising up to 10% returns for 3 years.1 Sep 2026 · 9 min · 4 chapters
Rob & Rob’s daily habits that make big things happenThe Property Podcast hosts Rob B and Rob D share “daily habit” systems for optimizing performance—using intentional routines, curated inputs, and AI + paper productivity—plus a property-market news…27 Aug 2026 · 31 min · 12 chapters
ASK538: I can quit my job tomorrow. Should I? PLUS: How do I future-proof my portfolio for the kids?Whether to refinance and fully replace income by buying more HMOs immediately; and how to “future-proof” a property portfolio for children (estate planning/legacy).25 Aug 2026 · 10 min · 4 chapters
Market Update - August 2026August 2026 UK property market update—political/regulatory shocks, interest-rate outlook, house-price trends, mortgage repricing, buy-to-let arrears, and rent growth; concludes with “green shoots”…20 Aug 2026 · 13 min · 5 chapters
ASK537: Is this ground rent clause a deal-killer? PLUS: Can my tenant stay after giving their notice?Two UK landlord-tenant/property questions: (1) whether a “doubling ground rent” clause (doubling every 25 years) is a deal-killer for mortgage lenders and (2) what happens when a tenant gives notice…18 Aug 2026 · 9 min · 2 chapters
Our 700th episode special!Episode 700 “Our 700th episode special” from The Property Podcast.13 Aug 2026 · 32 min · 15 chapters
ASK536: Would you buy a property with arrears? PLUS: Will this help me save faster?Two listener Q&As on property investing and deposit saving. Guests: None mentioned; hosts are Rob and Rob (“Ask Rob and Rob”).11 Aug 2026 · 9 min · 4 chapters
The half-time predictions reportMid-year “half-time predictions report” on UK property—Bank of England rate decision, mortgage-rate implications, check-in on 2026 house price/rent/base-rate forecasts, and outlook for the rest of…6 Aug 2026 · 24 min · 10 chapters
ASK535: Will tokenisation change UK property? PLUS: Can you use a buy-to-let mortgage for short lets?whether tokenisation/blockchain could change UK property, and whether a buy-to-let mortgage can be used for short lets/serviced accommodation.4 Aug 2026 · 8 min · 4 chapters
Hub Extra's that have stood the test of time“Best of Hub Extra” recommendations that have “stood the test of time,” plus a market story about the rise of buy-to-let limited companies and how AI can help people build tools.30 Jul 2026 · 17 min · 10 chapters
ASK534: What happens when a good tenant fails referencing? PLUS: How to align your mortgage expiry dates?Rental insurance and failed rent referencing; options to keep a long-term tenant insured.28 Jul 2026 · 8 min · 2 chapters
We'd sell every property we own if this happenedThe Property Podcast (Rob B and Rob D) discusses what would make them sell their property portfolios and stop investing, plus a news update on landlord sales after the Renters’ Rights Act.23 Jul 2026 · 25 min · 12 chapters
ASK533: Could your lender pull the rug on your mortgage? PLUS: Should deposits rise with rent?whether lenders can demand early mortgage repayment or refuse refinancing at the same LTV (worst-case scenario for a BRR portfolio), and whether landlords should increase tenants’ deposits when rent…21 Jul 2026 · 7 min · 4 chapters
Market Update - July 2026UK property market update for July 2026, covering Bank of England rate decision, house price and asking-price trends, mortgage affordability/rules, rental inflation and yields, build-to-rent…16 Jul 2026 · 24 min · 9 chapters
ASK532: Why are there so many solicitors involved when purchasing a buy-to-let? PLUS: Should I be planning for future tax changes?(1) Why multiple solicitors are involved in a buy-to-let purchase, especially when the buyer uses a limited company and/or a lender’s solicitor panel.14 Jul 2026 · 9 min · 2 chapters
Rob B's worst tenant EVER! (It took bailiffs AND police to get him out)A landlord’s extreme tenant nightmare—identity-cloned applicant, months of partial late rent, a two-year legal battle, and final removal requiring bailiffs and police.9 Jul 2026 · 36 min · 9 chapters