PART 2
How to Build a Strong Support Network in Property Investment
Welcome back! In Part 1, we talked about the importance of collaboration and how having the right support network can make all the difference in your property investment journey. I shared the parable of the falling tree, which showed that none of us can thrive without help. Now, in Part 2, let’s dive into how you can build and leverage that support network to maximise your property success.
Shared Responsibility, Lighter Load
One key lesson from the falling tree parable is that shared responsibility makes the load lighter. It wasn’t one tree doing all the heavy lifting—it was the combined effort of all of them. This applies directly to property investment as well.
In property investment, you don’t need to be an expert in every single area of the business. Trying to do it all on your own will only slow you down. Instead, leverage the expertise of others.
“None of us is as smart as all of us.” – Ken Blanchard
For example, you don’t need to understand every detail of tax law—that’s what accountants are for. You don’t need to become a master negotiator—that’s where your estate agents and property sourcers come in. And you don’t need to have all the answers on property finance when you have a skilled mortgage broker in your corner.
In my journey, raising over £10 million in private finance was no small feat. But I couldn’t have done it without the right people around me—people who understood finance, risk management, and the market. They shared in the responsibility, which allowed me to focus on what I do best: growing my portfolio and looking at new opportunities.
The Power of Connection
Just like the trees in the forest were connected, not just above ground but through their roots, you need to establish deep connections in your property journey. We thrive when we build strong networks, and this is crucial in property investing.
“The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team.” – Phil Jackson
I realised early on that having the right people around me not only made things easier but opened up opportunities I wouldn’t have found on my own. Whether it’s being tipped off to a great deal or learning from someone else’s mistake, these connections are invaluable.
One of the most significant outcomes of my network has been the ability to build 20 Net Zero flats in London, a project that recently won special commendation at the National Energy Awards. Projects like this don’t come together without deep connections, trust, and collaboration.
Synergy: More Than the Sum of Its Parts
When the trees worked together, they created something greater than the sum of their individual strengths. This is synergy—where the combined effort of a group achieves more than the individuals could on their own.
“Synergy is what happens when one plus one equals ten or a hundred or even a thousand!” – Stephen Covey
The same is true in property investment. Think about the different pieces that go into a successful investment: sourcing, financing, managing, and growing your portfolio. If you try to do all of these things on your own, it’s easy to miss something crucial or become overwhelmed. But when you have a team in place, each person focusing on their area of expertise, the results are far greater.
In 2015, I was recognised as the HMO Landlord of the Year. That award wasn’t just a testament to my work but to the collective effort of my team and the networks I had built over the years. It’s this synergy that allows me to continue growing my portfolio and branching into new areas, like developing land and sustainable property projects.
A Call to Help Others
The falling tree needed help, but this story also reminds us that we should be just as ready to support others. Helping someone in need not only lifts them up—it strengthens the entire community or team. In property, this might mean offering advice to a newer investor or sharing your contacts with someone struggling to find deals.
“We rise by lifting others.” – Robert Ingersoll
By helping others, you’re contributing to a stronger network, and that will pay dividends in the long run.
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Conclusion
The key takeaway from this two-part series is simple: success in property investment doesn’t happen in isolation. Whether it’s through sharing responsibilities, leveraging your network, or creating synergy, you’re stronger when you work together. Like the trees in the forest, we can grow stronger and more resilient by supporting one another.
Kelly Lemon
