How He Built a Property Portfolio From Scratch – And Why He’s Backing the Midlands
If you’re wondering where the smart money is going in property, this episode has the answers. In Part 2, Umesh Kalra shares how he’s building his portfolio strategically—and why the Midlands is firmly on his radar for future ...
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How He Built a Property Portfolio From Scratch – And Why He’s Backing…
If you’re wondering where the smart money is going in property, this episode has the answers. In Part 2, Umesh Kalra shares how he’s building his portfolio strategically—and why the Midlands is firmly on his radar for future ...
He Quit His Job for Property – The Brutal Truth About Starting from S…
He didn’t have a massive bank balance or millionaire contacts. Just belief, hard work, and a willingness to take risks. Here’s how Umesh left the 9–5 and built a full-time property business— i ncluding the hard lessons you wo...
How I Built a 4-Property Portfolio While Working Full-Time | Real Tal…
An ex-electrician shares how he built a profitable rental portfolio while working full-time, raising a family, and dreaming of early retirement. No hype — just the honest truth about juggling life, saving for deposits, and building long-term wealth...
Are Landlords About to Catch a Break? Shake Up on Renters Rights Bill
Big moves happening behind closed doors – the Renters’ Rights Bill is at committee stage right now, and some very surprising amendments have been proposed. From bringing back fixed-term tenancies to keeping Section 21 for small...
Starting From Zero | How We’d Build a Property Business
Imagine starting from zero: no money, no contacts, no properties. You’re left with just your knowledge and experience. What’s your next move? In this episode, Andy is joined by Ian and Mike as they break down exactly how they’d rebuild a...
How to Quit Your £100k Job and Build a Property Portfolio That Pays Y…
Sick of the 9-5 grind? Here’s how to use property to buy back your time We break down the exact steps needed to transition from a secure £100,000 salary to building a property investment business that funds your lifestyle — without taking...
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About the Hosts
Andy Brown
Director
Andy has been active in estate agency since 2011 and is still as passionate about it now as he was when he first started. Andy lives in Berkshire with his wife, daughter, dog and cat. Dedicated to making the necessary changes within the industry, Andy is on a mission to help people and make sure they receive the correct advice, at the right time. As Avocado's Letting's Director, Andy is the man to talk to if you have any lettings or landlord queries.
Ian Macbeth
Managing Partner
Ian has over 20 years in property as a business owner, property investor and event speaker. Ian lives with his two beautiful daughters and wife. He is also an ultramarathon runner who once completed a 100 mile race in under 24hrs. Ian has a goal to disrupt estate agency in the UK. He feels the time is right to change the industry for the better before he retires.
Mike Robson
Managing Partner
Mike has worked as a property investor, advisor, run property management teams, owns an estate agency business and is also a landlord. Mike lives in Berkshire with his lovely wife, son and dog Willow. Mike aims to change how landlords, tenants and letting agents interact. He wants to push out ‘bad’ tenants and landlords from the industry. He is outspoken on the podcast when it comes to protecting the modern day property investor.