Confessions of a letting agent

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Confessions of a Letting Agent is a monthly podcast for anyone interested in property, especially investing and managing. Ben Quaintrell, Director of My Property Box has over 15 years’ experience within the lettings industry and oversees the management and growth of a portfolio worth nearly £50 Million. He has a wealth of knowledge to share with landlords and property enthusiasts and will cover a range of property topics on this podcast.

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Landlords, how does the recent White Paper announcement affect you?

Aug 12 2022 27 mins

In this episode, Ben interviews Kate Gregory part of the Agent Rainmaker group. Kate is a leading professional in the property industry with nearly 20 years of experience. She has now mentored and coached over 400 property professionals through the Agent Rainmaker training courses, we highly recommend Kate & the Agent Rainmaker team if you are an agent. You'll learn everything

Furnishing your HMO - how to ensure a quality finish and attract a premium rent

Jul 22 2022 26 mins

This week, Olly interviews Craig Phillips from G8 Property and Candam Furniture Solutions. Craig has a wealth of knowledge in managing HMOs and more specifically, filling them with furniture! Having the right furniture, can help you have happier tenants, less maintenance and command a higher rent while also making your HMO stand out from the crowd. Find out why the colours, B

Why a good property sourcing expert can help turbo charge your property portfolio

Jul 08 2022 18 mins

In this episode, Ben interviews property sourcing expert James Doran from Tyneside Property Investments, James got out of a career which didn’t suit his lifestyle to find one which fit around him instead. You’ll learn what to do with a £200k investment in property, the importance of getting educated and why Tyneside is such a good investment hotspot at the moment. You’ll als

How to successfully invest off as well as on your ‘patch’ with The Remote Property Investor

Jun 25 2022 65 mins

This week Ben is joined by Harvey ‘Growthproperties’ also known as The Remote Property Investor. If you are looking to get started in property and have little experience and/or little money to get started, then this is the episode for you. Harvey talks about how property has motivated him to overcome dyslexia, drugs and mental health issues to grow a successful prop

Commercial property investment- how can you get started?

May 27 2022 25 mins

This week we welcome Fergus Laird from North East commercial property firm @naylors Gavin Black, who talks all things commercial property and gives us an insight into what’s going up as well as down, in the North East market. Fergus reveals how there is value in the North East at the moment and which are the key sectors that are doing well at present. If you want to d

Landlord and property insurance – why you need to use a broker!

Apr 28 2022 23 mins

What happens when it goes wrong? Why is it important to get the right cover set up from the beginning? What’s the difference between wear and tear and malicious damage? Find out by listening to this podcast. Learn tips to make sure you’re fully covered and insured, get your reinstatement value right. Learn the importance of having your property ins

Levelling up your property investment with ex-Scotland Rugby international

Apr 08 2022 34 mins

This week we have the pleasure of welcoming, ex-Harlequins and Scotland Rugby international (and front cover of Men’s Health star) Tim Visser @timbovisser to the podcast! Tim has a wealth of experience in the ups and downs of property investment, being a good landlord and even finding hidden safes! Tim is big on taking action, while making sure you have a clear strate

Leave your day job and become a full-time property investor by the age of 25!

Mar 25 2022 40 mins

This week we have Ryan Cresswell from Anthony Properties as a guest on the podcast, Ryan has a wealth of knowledge in property investment despite only being 25. Ryan likes to invest in HMOs and has used Rent to Rent among other strategies, which have helped him to quickly replace his monthly income, free up his time to jump headfirst into full-time property investment. Why is

Don’t let money or mindset limit your property investments

Jan 14 2022 37 mins

This week Ben interviews, investor, coach and Amazon bestselling author - Napa Bafikele about his journey into property and how it has taken him from sleeping rough in his car to helping hundreds of people change their lives through property investment. Napa has a wealth of knowledge in acquiring property through rent to rent and turning property into HMOs and serviced accommodatio

Managing £75m of property

Nov 29 2021 25 mins

How to build an estate agency which manages over £75m of property… from scratch! This week we turn the microphone on Ben Quaintrell, picking his brains and finding out a little more about what motivates him and how to educate yourself in property. Washing cars, labouring at weekends and working in Australia are all integral parts of the journey!