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The Property Podcast

The Property Podcast

By: Rob Bence and Rob Dix from The Property Hub
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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!2024 Rob Bence and Rob Dix from Property Hub Economics Personal Finance Politics & Government
Episodes
  • The best property deals are hiding in plain sight (4 ways to find them)

    The best property deals are hiding in plain sight (4 ways to find them)
    May 21 2026
    Sentiment is at rock bottom. But average discounts are falling. That makes no sense, until you understand where the real deals are hiding... We’re currently seeing some of the best discounts we’ve ever come across. So, how are we finding them? In this episode, Rob & Rob reveal four distinct strategies for landing a genuine deal in today’s market, laying out exactly where the right opportunities are and how to grab them before the window closes. (01:00) News story of the week (03:15) What record low sentiment and average discounts shrinking mean for your negotiating strategy (09:57) How to turn the auction market to your advantage (17:36) Why new-build developers are under more pressure than at any point in the last decade (23:26) Why waiting for the market to “feel better” is the exact opposite of what you should be doing (25:19) Hub Extra Links mentioned: What the King’s Speech said about leasehold reform Want to use AI without Wi-Fi? Try Locally AI on your device 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
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    29 mins
  • ASK524: Are high mortgage rates here to stay? PLUS: Does it make sense to buy now?

    ASK524: Are high mortgage rates here to stay? PLUS: Does it make sense to buy now?
    May 19 2026
    Mortgage rates have spiked, but is that a reason to pause your investment plans? Plus, what should you do when a deal falls through and rates are climbing? We answer these questions on today’s episode of Ask Rob & Rob. (00:43) Sam’s worried about rising mortgage rates - will this be a temporary spike and is now the right time to invest? Rob B looks at what makes this a buyer’s market and the real cause behind the spike. (03:51) Matthew’s deal fell through after the vendor refused to negotiate, and rising rates have left him wondering - should he sit tight? Rob D explains why now’s the time to push harder, not switch off. 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
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    10 mins
  • Market Update - May 2026

    Market Update - May 2026
    May 14 2026
    There’s so much happening in the UK property market right now, making it harder than ever to really understand what’s going on behind the headlines. So where does it leave you as a property investor? Rob & Rob break down the most important property stories of the month, revealing what's really going on beneath the surface. From 700 rental properties being listed each day, to the widening north-south divide, this is a month where the data and the mood couldn't be further apart. (00:55) Why the Bank of England held rates, and what a shock vote for an increase tells us about where things are heading (04:25) The house price numbers that surprised even Rob & Rob (10:42) Rent growth is at its slowest since 2022, so why should landlords expect that to change soon? (15:10) Mortgage rates creeping up despite the base rate not moving – but there’s a smart play you can make right now (17:19) Leasehold reform, Scotland’s tenant-first proposal, and the £400m it’ll take to set up a new tax (21:51) Hub Extra Links mentioned: ⁠Bank of England held rates at 3.75%⁠ ⁠Listen to Rob & Rob’s episode on the silent crash⁠ ⁠Watch Company Retreat on Amazon Prime Video⁠ House prices: ⁠Nationwide’s House Price Index⁠ ⁠Zoopla’s North-South divide widens⁠ ⁠Monthly RICS survey results⁠ Rents: ⁠ONS Price Index of private rents⁠ ⁠Savills: 254,000 former rentals listed for sale in 12 months⁠ ⁠Renting is now cheaper than buying for the first time since June 2025⁠ Mortgages: ⁠Average landlord mortgage rate increases in 3 months⁠ Policy and regulation: ⁠Housing Minister backs off banning new leasehold flats⁠ ⁠SNP pledges renters first refusal to buy when landlords sell⁠ ⁠Mansion tax to cost Treasury £380m to set up⁠ 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
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    24 mins
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Straight to the point, honest and genuine. Extremely informative on all things property and more. Keep up the great work guys.

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I'm new to Podcasts and property investment in general but this feature you have is wonderful. This is definitely a must for anyone in or thinking about property investment.

Excellent deserves more than 5 stars.

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Good honest podcasting without just trying to get you to sign up to their products (unlike some other properties podcasts)

A really enjoyable podcast for future or present developers

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keep doing the great job of educating people to step in to Property ladder via the podcast..

Awesome. loved it.

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Their dedication and expertise shine through, making their teachings invaluable to anyone looking to delve into the property market.

Solid lessons and advice, 5/5⭐️

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