From a young age, property was always an interest — but coming from a family that only ever rented, it felt more like a dream than a destination.
That was until tragedy struck. Rochelle suddenly lost her husband, leaving her alone with two young children. In the middle of grief, shock, and trying to rebuild a sense of purpose, a conversation with a friend planted a seed that would change everything.
Seeking out property education was the first step — but then another hurdle arrived: Covid.
After investing heavily in training, Rochelle reached back into her previous career in marketing and used those skills to build an online presence. She began attracting clients, taking on renovations, and helping others build their portfolios as a way to create income and momentum.
But even when the first deal came along — a property she planned to keep in her own portfolio — the challenges kept coming. She was quoted one refurb price, only to find out mid-project it was nowhere near accurate. An extra £10,000 had to be added.
It wasn’t just a numbers lesson — it was a real introduction to:
how to price jobs,
what refurbs really feel like,
and how quickly things can go off-plan.
It became an education far beyond any training course.
Fast forward six years — and more than 50 property transactions later — Rochelle now openly shares how hard property can be and how crucial it is to seek advice from the people around you… not just those in property. Sometimes the right guidance comes from unexpected places.
This is one hell of a story — a genuine inspiration.
A reminder that even in the toughest moments, good things can happen.
And that sometimes it’s the everyday conversations we have that lead us down a path we never imagined.
From searching for a distraction during heartbreak to completing over 50 deals — Rochelle is another example of what happens when you put yourself out there, talk to people, and keep moving.
Until next week,
Best regards
