The Property Podcast

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

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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.

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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 

 

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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. 

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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

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