Property Developer Show - The Podcast

Dion Ferra’s journey took him from labourer, to mechanic and now property developer. Left homeless at 17, Dion quietly built a portfolio of social housing stock while running his own mechanic business with 500 clients. 

Dion breaks down the differences between investing and developing, why ground-up is a completely different game full of trap doors most people don't see coming. We get into the importance of team, killing your ego, building agent relationships, joint ventures, daily routines, and why if you think you're going to make quick money in property, you've already got it wrong. 

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John Howard has completed more than 4,500 property deals over a property investing and development career spanning more than 40 years.

Best known for his appearances on Property Elevator and his decades of experience in the UK property market, John joins us for this special bonus episode of To The Point to answer seven quick-fire questions. From what he'd do if he were starting again today to his favourite property strategy and the lessons he's learned along the way, this episode is packed with insights from one of the UK's most experienced property investors.

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Bernadette Anderson is an award-winning property developer and investor based in London. From navigating down valuations and tight auction deadlines to managing development finance in one of London's most competitive boroughs, Bernadette brings a level of rigour and resilience to her deals that most developers never achieve.

We get into the Richmond development that won her the award, a project that included two down valuations, both successfully challenged and a final valuation of £900,000 on a property purchased at auction for £474,500. We also talk about what it actually takes to overcome analysis paralysis and take action and what th...

Paul Ribbons has spent four decades investing in UK property as a property trader, buying unmodernised houses on the open market and selling them on at auction. With more than 850 deals completed and two full boom-and-bust cycles behind him, Paul has seen this market from every angle. In this episode, he explains what actually causes a property crash and what four decades of hindsight taught him about reading the market instead of following the crowd.

We get into where prices go next, how stamp duty, affordability changes and government backstops are reshaping demand. He unpacks the "transfer...

Scott Williams & Shane Traynor have been building a new business from scratch and this is what the first 9 months looked like.

In this episode, we document the real behind-the-scenes of launching the Property Developer Buying Club (PDBC), a membership club giving SME developers, landlords and property professionals access to exclusive discounts, deals and preferential rates on the products and services they already use day-to-day. From onboarding members and building supplier partnerships to setting up systems and making difficult decisions, this is the reality of building a property business.

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Daniel Hill retired at 35 after building a £10 million property portfolio, but he didn't stay away for long. Having completed more than £100 million of property projects, Daniel joins us to share the lessons he's learned from decades of property investing and development.

In this episode, we discuss reducing risk, navigating difficult markets, building sustainable wealth, the mindset required to take on bigger deals, and why Daniel believes today's market could be one of the greatest opportunities for property investors and developers in recent history.

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Axel Gossart and Sharai are a husband and wife property developer duo who have raised over £2 million in investor finance to fund their developments. In this episode, they share how they went from an initial £3,000 loan to building a business backed by investors, and what really changed as they started scaling through joint ventures and partnerships.

We also get into how property deals are actually structured, what investors look for before they commit money, and why so many joint ventures fail when expectations aren’t aligned. Alongside this, they discuss walking away from deals, learning to spot the...

John Howard has completed more than 4,500 property deals across a 40+ year property investing and property development career. Known from Property Elevator and decades in the UK property market, he shares his experience of building, investing, developing and navigating multiple market cycles, including three recessions and changing landlord regulations.

We discuss property investing vs property development and the traits that make you successful in both, how to navigate turbulent property markets, the biggest lesson he’s learnt after thousands of deals, what he would do differently as a landlord today, how the UK property system could improve, the wa...

Property or stocks, which is the better investment in 2026?

Adam Lawrence owns 850 properties. Wes Wilkes is an experienced investment manager. We sat them down together to debate where your money works harder, which asset class carries more risk, and what they'd both do with just £20k if they lost everything tomorrow.

We get into stock market volatility, property investing psychology, AI as an investment bubble, the biggest risks in the UK property market right now, and the misconceptions that trip up investors in both buy to let and stocks and shares.

Reshma Thakore, CEO & Co-Founder of Sitefindr, joins us to talk about what really makes a great property sourcer, from understanding seller motivation and negotiating with estate agents to spotting genuine opportunities and avoiding “commission breath”. The conversation covers property sourcing, compliance, investor due diligence, finding off-market deals and why listening is one of the most important skills in property.

We also discuss building a property community, starting with smaller deals, lessons from NLP training and some crazy property stories along the way. A valuable listen for anyone involved in property investing, deal sourcing or real estate negotiation.
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Dylan Russell arrived in the UK from South Africa with just £550 and built a multi-million pound property portfolio. He shares how he got started and how he did his first deal.

Learn how the buy, refurbish, refinance (BRR) strategy works for Dylan, how to find profitable deals, and how to judge purchase price and exit with confidence. We also get into the emotional side of property investing and business, the pressure, setbacks, and mindset needed to keep going.

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Kristoffer Dalziel is the founder of Dalziel Ventures, a property sourcing and investment company. Over the past 12 months, he’s been involved in more than 200 property deals, and to date has sourced over £100M+ worth of deals, with one standout month seeing 51 completions.

In this episode, he breaks down how he’s scaled to that level, from leaving his career in accountancy to going all-in on property, the reality of managing that volume, and the lessons learned along the way, including losing £115,000 early on. We get into the decisions, the pressure, and what it actually takes to operat...

David Lamb, property investor and estate & lettings agency owner, now managing over 800 properties and here we discuss what it actually cost him to get there.

In this episode, we cover David’s journey acquiring agencies, scaling a property portfolio, the renters reform bill, commercial conversions, and the mindset shift from property investor to business owner. David's transparency here will either fire you up or save you from a very expensive mistake.

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Most people think building wealth in property is about big wins and exciting strategies. In reality, it’s the opposite, success comes down to consistency, discipline, and doing the “boring” things well. Ashley Coalter shares insights from building a property business responsible for 160+ deals and £15M+ in UK property.

We also break down the reality behind it all, the loneliness of business, why nothing gets easier, and how fatherhood changes ambition.

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Saif Rehan, an accountant by practice who now operates full-time in the property space, explores how his thinking has evolved from chasing profit to prioritising return on time, long-term wealth and smarter decision-making.

Saif shares the financial principles that shape every move he makes in property today and the conversation also covers managing risk, why some deals simply are not worth the operational cost, raising £120K through social media, and how content can build investor trust when done with clarity and consistency.

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Ryan Taylor, founder of The Compliance Company and property developer, explains how he built multiple income streams to support his property ventures. He shares why cashflow is critical, how a complementary trading business can protect finances, and the lessons from early projects that didn’t go as planned.

The episode covers common compliance mistakes developers make, how to stay consistent and build momentum in business, and practical strategies for growing both property and service-based ventures. It shows how to structure efforts to generate income while minimising risk and maximising long-term growth.

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Luis Guarin, owner of Prime Property Auctions, joins us to share what every buyer should know before stepping into property auctions. Having sold over 600 lots, Luis breaks down the biggest mistakes first-time bidders make, from ignoring legal packs and hidden costs to misunderstanding insurance liability and bidding strategy, plus why some of the best deals come from simply making the offer, even if it feels cheeky. A practical episode packed with real examples, cautionary stories and the trip hazards that can cost buyers thousands.

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Keith Firmin shares why success in property is rarely about chasing the next strategy and more often about focus, mindset and staying with what works long enough to see results. Now focused on DTV (direct-to-vendor) property trading, Keith explains why he moved away from renovations and why knowing what suits you matters more than following what everyone else is doing.

The conversation covers shiny penny syndrome, why many people lose momentum in property, the pressure of comparison, and how mindset often becomes the difference between those who stick with it and those who drop off. It also...

Brynley Little is a third generation property developer and has helped deliver over 3000 homes. Brynley breaks down the 7 steps behind successful property developments, from sourcing and appraising land to planning, funding, building and exit.

He shares how experienced developers stress test deals, manage risk and make the small decisions that ultimately determine whether a project succeeds or fails.

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From leaving school with no grades to generating £1,000,000 profit from a property deal, Aiden Pattison breaks down the strategy behind raising investor finance, shifting from a scarcity mindset to an investor mindset, and what actually makes someone “investable” in property.

From finding investors in everyday places to the lessons learned from taking on too much risk in 2024, Aiden shares the realities of raising capital, building trust with investors, and turning setbacks into bigger opportunities.

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Vann Vogstad, Founder & CEO of COHO, shares the principles behind successful HMOs and shared living portfolios. He explains what separates high-performing HMO landlords from the rest, how tenant compatibility can improve retention and rental performance, and why raising standards in shared housing supports both business outcomes and tenant satisfaction.

The conversation explores building better tenant experiences and creating socially compatible house shares that reduce conflict, lower voids and support more sustainable shared living models within the UK housing market.

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Ewan Dudding, a 28 year old Scottish property investor with a £25 million portfolio, answers rapid-fire questions on how he built and scaled his UK property portfolio. From how he got started in property investing and educated himself, to his favourite property strategy and first deal, this is a direct look at the decisions behind the growth.

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Max Scott, an award-winning property investor behind over £100 million in deals, shares why he now specialises in FRI leases. We break down how they work in today’s market, from the impact of the Renters’ Rights Act to how lenders assess them and what strong exit strategies look like. Then we tackle the bigger question: is property the best asset class to invest in? Max outlines the five components that set it apart from stocks, bonds and commodities and how investors can maximise each one.

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What if your customer paid for the build and de-risked your entire development?

Property developer, Mike Gommersall, breaks down a £1.765m GDV custom build scheme, sharing his journey from full-time mechanical engineer into property, and the real mechanics behind custom builds from planning and finance to managing complexity and client expectations.

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Andrew and Mary are qualified architects and property investors with over 20 years of combined experience delivering high-end residential projects. In this episode, they share practical design insights for HMOs and buy-to-let properties, covering common design mistakes to avoid, how to maximise space while keeping costs down, which trends are worth following (and which date quickly), how to avoid emotional decision-making as a new investor, and how to create real wow appeal that tenants actually value.

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From reselling trainers at 16 to building a £1.05m property portfolio by the age of 20, Ronnie Koldashi breaks down how he bought his first property at 19, focused on developing skills over quick wins and accelerated his journey by getting close to experienced property people early. In this episode, Ronnie shares how he got his first deal, why learning a valuable skill opened doors in the property industry, how he evaluates deals without overthinking and the mindset required to take calculated risks when the pressure is real. A raw conversation on starting young, making fast decisions, building capital, and the lessons R...

From working three jobs at the start of his journey to building a £25m property portfolio, Ewan Dudding shares how he scaled to 170 units, manages 25-30 refurb projects at any one time, and now runs a mortgage brokerage completing £3,000,000 - £4,000,000 in bridging alone each month all by 28 years old, while operating from Dubai, plus the lessons he’d pass on to others building a property portfolio or business today.

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Athena Dobson breaks down why most people feel behind in property and business. She exposes the comparison trap, shows why training alone doesn’t create success in property, and explains how focusing on your own journey and timing is the key to real progress. Athena also shares her ‘snakes and ladders’ theory, showing how setbacks, unexpected challenges and the timing of opportunities shape your journey.

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Adam Lawrence, portfolio landlord with 700+ properties and economist is back on the podcast sharing an analysis on what the property market predictions in 2026 are plus what opportunities are available to developers and investors.

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Oliver Adams is a property trader who has bought and sold over 650 properties. After 20 years working as an auctioneer, Oliver stepped into property trading full-time. In this episode, he breaks down how he finds deals, stacks them, manages cash flow, and actively trades 100+ properties a year. He also shares the skills needed to succeed as a property trader and how people can get started as a property sourcer.

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Tom Eason and Freddy Esherwood are the founders of Easy Invest. Two young property entrepreneurs who focus on sourcing, setting up and managing serviced accommodation and short-term rental properties.

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Michael Langley is an architect and property developer known for delivering complex projects and uncovering the hidden potential in underutilised homes and development sites. In this episode, we get into how he first stepped into development, the projects currently in his pipeline, and his approach to unlocking challenging sites to create luxury properties across London. He also breaks down his funding strategy and how he builds investor confidence.

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A 600+ deal property trader breaks down how he thinks, what he’d prioritise if starting again, how he learned the game, the strategy he rates highest, and the exact approach behind his first deal. Clear, fast, practical insights designed to give beginners and developing traders a sharper path forward.

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Landlords are facing the most significant shake-up in years. The Renters Rights Act ends fixed terms, abolishes Section 21, extends notice periods, and tightens compliance across the board, changes that will expose gaps in how landlords and investors manage their portfolios. 

Ben Beadle, Chief Executive of the NRLA, explains what these reforms really mean in practice and why attention to detail, strong processes, and proper documentation will matter more than ever to avoid fines, possession delays, and costly mistakes.

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Luke Curtis, Founder and Director of VAST Commercial Finance, explains the reality behind commercial valuations and why they’ve become so popular. He shares how to think about property deals from a broker’s perspective.

Luke also breaks down how to put together a strong finance application, where beginners should start with bridging and development finance, and how current market and interest rate trends affect deals. This episode gives a clear broker perspective on funding your first property deal.

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Award-winning property trader Saif Derzi has bought and sold over 600 properties in 5 years, including a record 32 properties in just one month. Discover how he evaluates deals, finds motivated sellers, and manages the risks of a high-volume property trading business. If you want to scale your property portfolio or understand the secrets of property trading, this episode delivers practical strategies and insider insights.

Learn how property trading has changed, the mindset that drives successful traders, marketing tactics that attract deals, and common mistakes to avoid. Saif also explains how beginners can start trading, opportunities to diversify, and the...

Hayley Andrews, a property entrepreneur, mentor, and television personality, is back on the podcast and joins us to talk about what really makes a successful property investor. From spotting the telltale traits of investable people to understanding what separates those who just start from those who truly scale, Hayley shares raw insights from her own journey, including the mindset shifts that changed everything.

We also dive into her latest project, Fun City, an indoor entertainment centre that’s now a franchise. Hayley talks about going viral and receiving death threats after being falsely accused of turning the bu...

Mariam Radi swapped the security of a corporate law career for the uncertainty of property development and became an award-winning property investor before 30. But what really drives that kind of success?

How do you take the leap from comfort and security into risk and growth? What are the telltale signs someone will succeed in business and property? What are the key ingredients to building a power team that actually works? And why might insecurity be the hidden advantage behind it all?

This is a conversation about mindset, entrepreneurship, and building wealth through property.

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Francesca Winslow takes us inside the mind of a successful property developer. She answers quick-fire questions, from the one skill she’d master if she were starting in property today, to how growing up in a family of developers shaped her journey, to the mindset and strategies that drive her success. Packed with practical insights, real-life stories, and lessons learned along the way, this episode is perfect for anyone interested in property development for beginners and eager to understand how experienced developers really think.

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