If you're looking to buy an investment property, you may come across listings described as “sold with a tenant in situ” or “vacant possession upon completion.” On the surface, buying a tenanted property might seem like a no-brainer. After all, there’s already a tenant...

If you’re a landlord or thinking about becoming one, there’s something important you need to know: Rent caps don’t work. They might sound good in theory. The government introduces a cap on rent increases, tenants save money, and everyone’s happy... right? Not quite....

Most people grow up believing that buying your own home is the smartest financial decision you can make. It feels like a rite of passage. A sign of success. But what if I told you that your home might not be the asset you think it is? In fact, in many cases, your home...

If you've been considering property as a route to financial freedom, but the idea of managing builders, sourcing deals, or navigating planning applications sounds overwhelming, you're not alone. Many investors are looking for ways to get strong returns without taking...

With rising interest rates, falling affordability, and media headlines predicting doom, it’s no surprise that many people are asking: Is the UK property market about to crash? But as any experienced investor knows, market uncertainty often creates the best...

If you're struggling to find great property deals in the UK, you're not alone. Many investors waste time chasing the wrong properties, or worse, waiting for the “perfect” deal that never comes. But with a few smart adjustments, you can start finding more opportunities...

The UK property crisis in 2025 is impossible to ignore. Rising rents, tighter legislation, and large-scale purchases by institutional investors have led many to believe that UK property investors are finished. But is it true? Or is there a bigger opportunity hiding in...

Celebrating 300 Episodes of the Property Magic Podcast Over the past five and a half years, I’ve shared 300 episodes of the Property Magic Podcast to help aspiring and experienced investors navigate the ever-changing UK property market. To celebrate this milestone, I...

Can just one property deal really change your life? It might sound dramatic, but I’ve seen it happen over and over again, people making £3,000-£5,000+ a month in profit from a single deal. On the flip side, I’ve also seen people lose thousands. So in this blog, I want...

Leaving a structured career in the military and transitioning into civilian life can feel like stepping into the unknown. For Stephen Blunston, that uncertainty became the spark for a brand-new direction, one that would eventually lead him to build a property...