Clarity: The Kindest Gift You Can Give Yourself
Kelly Lemon
There’s an old parable about a woodcutter who was hired to chop down a forest. On the first day, he cut down 10 trees. On the second, 8. By the…
Who’s in Your Corner? Why the People Around You Matter More Than You Think
I recently heard someone say, “Behind every unsuccessful man, there’s a strong woman.” Now, like you, I’ve heard the opposite version many times — “Behind every successful man, there’s a…
Small Hinges Swing Big Doors: Why the Details Matter in Property
When it comes to property, the big decisions always get the attention — which property to buy, what strategy to use, how to fund it. But it’s the small decisions…
Conflict isn’t a Cliff, It’s a Mountain
When things go wrong in life or property, it can feel like the bottom has fallen out of your world. You get bad news, you hit a hurdle, the numbers…
Tackle Conflict Before It Tackles You
Conflict is part of life. It’s part of business. And it’s most definitely part of property. But here’s the thing most people don’t want to admit: conflict doesn’t go away.…
What to Look for When Viewing a Property (That Most Investors Miss)
We all know the feeling. You step into a house, and suddenly the estate agent is pointing out the “spacious kitchen” (which isn’t), the “natural light” (from one tiny window),…
“Just Start Looking on Rightmove” – The Worst Advice I Ever Got (And What Actually Helped)
One of the most common bits of advice people give when you’re starting out in property is this: “Just start looking on Rightmove. Something will jump out.” Or even worse:“Don’t…
How to Raise Private Finance Without Feeling Pushy or Awkward
I’ve never found it easy asking for money. In fact, I don’t think it ever truly feels easy — and anyone who says otherwise is either fibbing or dangerously blasé.…
What I Wish I Knew Before Running the Numbers on My First Investment
I bought my first investment property while I was still at university. I had a few lectures a week and too much time on my hands, so naturally I started…
The Top 5 Mistakes I See New Property Investors Make (and How to Avoid Them)
We all make mistakes. I certainly have — from trusting the wrong builders to tiling a kitchen myself (spoiler alert: never again). But after more than a decade in property,…