Shows
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP 104: The Wealth Creation Show: The Pursuit of ExcellenceEP 104: The Wealth Creation Show: The Pursuit of Excellence
The pursuit of excellence is a relentless journey towards achieving the highest standards in every aspect of life. It is a mindset that drives individuals to push their limits, embrace challenges, and continuously strive for improvement.
Jim is known for his unwavering commitment to excellence, embodies this philosophy in his work and life.
So, do you want to learn about how to embrace these changes and improve your chances of success?
2024-01-011h 00
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP 102: The Wealth Creation Show: What can we Learn from Other People's Success?
EP 102: The Wealth Creation Show: What can we Learn from Other People's Success?
Learning from others who are more successful is a key element to leveraging yourself in your relevant field and generally in life.
During Jim’s recent adventure he was lucky enough to have had the opportunity to spend time with very successful people like
Billionaire Entrepreneur Richard Barnson and Jamie Siminoff – the founder of the billion-dollar company Ring.com!
In this week’s show we are going to explore what h...2023-12-181h 00
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP 99: The Wealth Creation Show: 5 Tips for Planning a Better Financial FutureEP 99: The Wealth Creation Show: 5 Tips for Planning a Better Financial Future
Following Jim’s return from Necker Island we will catch up on the remainder of his trip and what he has taken away from the
experience.
Those of you following the journey will surely be wondering how you too can be in that position, and it is all about planning your financial future.
Our wealth and financial situation impact many aspects of our lives. Effective financial planning enables us to do what we...2023-11-271h 19
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP 98: The Wealth Creation Show: LIVE From Necker IslandEP 98: The Wealth Creation Show: LIVE From Necker Island
Following on from last week’s episode we will be joining Jim Parker LIVE from Necker Island!
For those of you who don’t know Necker Island belongs to billionaire Richard Branson and is the next part of Jim’s adventure.
We will be catching up with him on location and continue our discussion on Jim’s journey, that has let him to where he is today.
If you h...2023-11-201h 13
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP 97: The Wealth Creation Show: LIVE From MiamiEP 97: The Wealth Creation Show: LIVE From Miami
Tune in to our interactive discussion with Jim Parker LIVE from Miami USA!
On the first leg of Jim’s journey to reach Necker Island we catch up with him to discuss his path to financial freedom and how he finds himself on this adventure.
There are of course a lot of highs and lows along the way, but have you ever wondered how could you have it all?
Luckily, you do...2023-11-131h 05
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP 75 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Continuous Improvement Will Set You Free!EP 75 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Continuous Improvement Will Set You Free!
The practice of continuous process improvement, or Kaizen, was developed to improve Japanese manufacturing processes through lowering costs and improving quality.
Kaizen translates to “change for better,” a simple concept that is now used by companies all over the world at individual, team and organisational levels.
Jim has followed the Kaizen philosophy for the past 35yrs so it is nothing new to him. Do you want to know how to adap...2023-06-121h 24
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 14TH – 20TH MAY 2023
FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 14TH – 20TH MAY 2023
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
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FP TV (EP 143) GRAND DESIGNS: How to use planning permission to boost your home’s value
How do you feel about adding thousands to your home without making a single improvement?
One of the magic words in property is ‘potential’, a...2023-05-2216 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 14TH – 20TH MAY 2023FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 14TH – 20TH MAY 2023
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Shows written and produced this week are:
FP TV (EP 143) GRAND DESIGNS: How to use planning permission to boost your home’s value
How do you feel about adding thousands to your home without making a single improvement?
One of the magic words in property is ‘potential’, and getting plannin...2023-05-2216 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP59 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Is Buy to Let Really Worth it?EP59 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Is Buy to Let Really Worth it?
“Is this this the beginning of the end for Buy to Let Investors? It seems like the UK and Scottish Governments are determined to get rid of Private Landlords by implementing some of the most draconian legislation in history. Therefore, the question on everyone’s lips is: “Is it really worth investing in Buy to Let?”
Luckily, you don’t need to head back to school to understand this as Richard Cook and one of the UK’s most succe...2023-02-201h 40
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP58 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 13EP58 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 13
How I lost my first million and the lessons learned. You don’t often get to know how someone failed but when you do you can often learn more from this than their success.
In this episode Jim Parker and Richard Cook are going to talk about the steps that led to Jim losing a million and the lessons learned.
This is the warts and all, laid bare story of Jim’s journey retiring at 38 years old financially free and almost losing it a...2023-02-131h 07
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP57 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 12EP57 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 12
How I lost my first million and the lessons learned. You don’t often get to know how someone failed but when you do you can often learn more from this than their success.
In this episode Jim Parker and Richard Cook are going to talk about the steps that led to Jim losing a million and the lessons learned.
This is the warts and all, laid bare story of Jim’s journey reti...2023-02-061h 29
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP56 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 11EP56 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 11
How I lost my first million and the lessons learned. You don’t often get to know how someone failed but when you do you can often learn more from this than their success.
In this episode Jim Parker and Richard Cook are going to talk about the steps that led to Jim losing a million and the lessons learned.
This is the warts and all, laid bare story of Jim’s journey retiring at 38 years old financially free and almost losing it a...2023-01-3059 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP55 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 10EP55 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 10
How I made my first million and the lessons learned. In this series Jim Parker and Richard Cook are going to take you through the steps by step approach that took Jim from homeless and unemployed in his early 20’s to retiring at 38 years old a millionaire and financially free.
This is the warts and all, laid bare story of Jim’s journey from the beginning. From his struggle with the school system, pivotal moments and key points that...2023-01-231h 30
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP54 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 9EP54 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 9
How I made my first million and the lessons learned. In this series Jim Parker and Richard Cook are going to take you through the steps by step approach that took Jim from homeless and unemployed in his early 20’s to retiring at 38 years old a millionaire and financially free.
This is the warts and all, laid bare story of Jim’s journey from the beginning. From his struggle with the school system, pivotal moments and key points that led to a change in dire...2023-01-161h 00
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP53 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 8EP53 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 8
How I made my first million and the lessons learned. In this series Jim Parker and Richard Cook are going to take you through the steps by step approach that took Jim from homeless and unemployed in his early 20’s to retiring at 38 years old a millionaire and financially free.
This is the warts and all, laid bare story of Jim’s journey from the beginning. From his struggle with the school system, pivotal moments and key points that led to a change in dire...2023-01-091h 08
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 1ST - 7TH JAN 2023FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 1ST - 7TH JAN 2023
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
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FP TV (EP 124) BUY-TO-LET OR PENSIONS: Which Has The Profit, Freedom And Security That’s Right For You?
“Being a landlord might still pay better than a pension” - that was the arresting headline in The Telegraph that caught our attention recently.
Jim Parker, Richard Cook and Kerin Ma...2023-01-0811 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP52 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 7EP52 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 7
How I made my first million and the lessons learned. In this series Jim Parker and Richard Cook are going to take you through the steps by step approach that took Jim from homeless and unemployed in his early 20’s to retiring at 38 years old a millionaire and financially free.
This is the warts and all, laid bare story of Jim’s journey from the beginning. From his struggle with the school system, pivotal moments and key points that led to a change in dire...2023-01-0259 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 25th – 31st Dec 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 25th – 31st Dec 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
FPTV (EP 123) CHANGING ROOMS: Relaunch Your Fife Home with a Different Look
If you took a break from selling in the last year and you're ready to try again, or if your home is still for sale and you'd like to refresh your marketing, this week's show is for you.
(Watch/Read...2023-01-0131 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP51 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 6EP51 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 6
How I made my first million and the lessons learned. In this series Jim Parker and Richard Cook are going to take you through the steps by step approach that took Jim from homeless and unemployed in his early 20’s to retiring at 38 years old a millionaire and financially free.
This is the warts and all, laid bare story of Jim’s journey from the beginning. From his struggle with the school system, pivotal moments and key points that led to a change in dire...2022-12-261h 12
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 18th - 24th Dec 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 18th - 24th Dec 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
FP TV (EP 122) CHRISTMAS LANDLORD TIPS: Winter Protection and Planning The Future Of Your Portfolio
As well as the usual overspending, overeating and overindulging, the festive break gives landlords a chance to review their business and think about what comes next. And if you can limit your intake of mulled wine and eggnog, you can do it all with a clear he...2022-12-2519 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP50 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 5EP50 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 5
How I made my first million and the lessons learned. In this series Jim Parker and Richard Cook are going to take you through the steps by step approach that took Jim from homeless and unemployed in his early 20’s to retiring at 38 years old a millionaire and financially free.
This is the warts and all, laid bare story of Jim’s journey from the beginning. From his struggle with the school system, pivotal moments and key points that...2022-12-191h 20
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 11th - 18th Dec 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 11th - 18th Dec 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
CHRISTMAS SELLING: Why you need to start now if you want to move next summer
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, so isn't it a bit soon to be talking about moving home next summer?
Find out why this is the perfect time of year for selling your...2022-12-1835 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP49 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 4EP49 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 4
How I made my first million and the lessons learned. In this series Jim Parker and Richard Cook are going to take you through the steps by step approach that took Jim from homeless and unemployed in his early 20’s to retiring at 38 years old a millionaire and financially free.
This is the warts and all, laid bare story of Jim’s journey from the beginning. From his struggle with the school system, pivotal moments and key points that...2022-12-1208 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 4th- 10th Dec 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 4th- 10th Dec 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
FP TV (EP 120) LANDLORD LEGAL ERRORS: Are You On The Right Side Of Lettings Law?
Every landlord needs to follow around 170 different pieces of lettings legislation, so you’re not alone if you’re feeling flummoxed by so many rules and regulations.
Lettin...2022-12-1134 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP48 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 3EP48 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 3
How I made my first million and the lessons learned. In this series Jim Parker and Richard Cook are going to take you through the steps by step approach that took Jim from homeless and unemployed in his early 20’s to retiring at 38 years old a millionaire and financially free.
This is the warts and all, laid bare story of Jim’s journey from the beginning. From his struggle with the school system, pivotal moments and key points that led to a change in dire...2022-12-0559 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 27th Nov – 3rd Dec 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 27th Nov – 3rd Dec 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
FP TV (EP 119) SELLING OFF-MARKET: Can you still get the best price and the best buyer?
If 2022 is anything to go by, 2023 could be the year that selling homes off-market hits the mainstream.
(Watch/Read/Listen) https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/blog/selling-off-market-can-you-still-get-the-best-price-and-the-best-buyer/
Falling Fife Hous...2022-12-0444 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP47 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 2EP47 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 2
How I made my first million and the lessons learned. In this series Jim Parker and Perrie McIntosh are going to take you through the steps by step approach that took Jim from homeless and unemployed in his early 20’s to retiring at 38 years old a millionaire and financially free.
This is the warts and all, laid bare story of Jim’s journey from the beginning. From his struggle with the school system, pivotal moments and key points that led to a change in dire...2022-11-2859 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 20th – 26th Nov 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 20th – 26th Nov 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
FP TV (EP 118) PHOTOGRAPHY SECRETS: Top pro-styling tips to give your home the edge
"As soon as I saw the photo, I knew it was the one!"
Such is the power of photography, and as a potential buyer's first introduction to your home, it can make...2022-11-2758 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP46 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 1EP46 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Diary of a Property Investor Part 1
How I made my first million and the lessons learned. In this series Jim Parker and Richard Cook are going to take you through the steps by step approach that took Jim from homeless and unemployed in his early 20’s to retiring at 38 years old a millionaire and financially free.
This is the warts and all, laid bare story of Jim’s journey from the beginning. From his struggle with the school system, pivotal moments and key points that...2022-11-2158 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 13th – 19th Nov 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 13th – 19th Nov 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
FP TV (EP 117) EVENING VIEWINGS: Wow your buyers with a warm welcome when it's dark and cold
After the clocks go back and the nights start earlier, viewings at your home happen in a whole new light.
Perrie and Ann-Marie provide a useful guide as to w...2022-11-2024 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP45 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: How to Retire EarlyEP45 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: How to Retire Early
If I asked you what the age of retirement in the UK is, most people would say an age of 65 and onwards. But why is that? Because retirement is nothing to do with age, it’s everything to do with money. If you have the money, you can retire anytime you want!
Retirement doesn’t mean sitting on the porch day after day watching the world go by, it means being able to do what you want to do, whenever you want to and having the finan...2022-11-1459 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP44 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: How to Build ConfidenceEP44 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: How to Build Confidence
Self Confidence can be defined as: A feeling of trust in one's abilities, qualities, and judgement. For some of us it comes easier than others. Sometimes we go the whole of our lives not having that confidence that we so desperately seek that can lead us to the riches we desire.
Having a healthy level of self-confidence can help you become more successful in your personal and professional life.
So how do you build self-confidence?2022-11-071h 50
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 30th Oct – 5th Nov 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 30th Oct – 5th Nov 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
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FP TV (EP 115) INTEREST RATE RISES: How to keep your sale or remortgaging plans on track
Even though many lenders lowered their mortgage rates after Rishi Sunak became Prime Minister, we all face a bumpy road ahead.
The media is battling it out to write the scariest head...2022-11-0630 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP43 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: 10 Tips to Build WealthEP43 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: 10 Tips to Build Wealth
So where did it all start and where can you start to build wealth? Not only for you but your family and wider community. It’s easier than you think and really starts with creating good habits and taking advantage of some simple everyday opportunities that you know but just don’t see!
Luckily, you don’t need to head back to school to understand this as Jim Parker and Richard Cook are on hand to take you through the 10 Tips t...2022-10-3159 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 23rd – 29th Oct 2022Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
FP TV (EP 114) RENTAL RECOVERY: What Can You Do When Your Tenant Pays The Rent Late Or Leaves With Arrears?
Arrears - a dreaded word among landlords and, for anyone with even a mildly British temperament, an often uncomfortable situation to discuss and resolve.
Join Lettings Director Richard Cook along with one of the UK’s most su...2022-10-3024 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP42 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Importance of Delayed GratificationEP42 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Importance of Delayed Gratification
In the age of one click purchases and easily available credit, instant gratification is seen as the norm. We live in a microwave society “Ping” and the reward is there almost instantaneously with no afterthought on how we will pay for it. Combined with the always-on world of smartphones, which reinforces that you have to get what you want right away. However instant gratification isn’t always best – in fact, impulse control is an essential life skill. When it comes to achieving your goals, delayed gratific...2022-10-2459 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsTHE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Is Buy to Let Really Worth it Anymore?THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Is Buy to Let Really Worth it Anymore?
It seems like every other day the UK and Scottish Governments are using Private Landlords and Investors as the sacrificial lambs to gain political points and justify their stance on implementing draconian legislation, some of which could have serious issues for the tenants. Therefore, the question on everyone’s lips is: “Is it really worth investing in Buy to Let properties anymore?”
Luckily, you don’t need to head back to school to understand this as Jim Parker a...2022-10-1059 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsTHE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: 7 Different Types of Income StreamsTHE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: 7 Different Types of Income Streams
Imagine if your income was based purely on your ability to perform. Without an income stream, you will fail. A simple fact. Many people have a single income stream, such as employees and people that are self-employed. Having multiple streams of income is a good way of safeguarding you against a downturn in one area. It can give you stability and the opportunity to grow your wealth long term.
Luckily, you don’t need to head back to school to understand this as Jim Parker and Ri...2022-10-0359 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 25th Sept – 1st Oct 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 25th Sept – 1st Oct 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
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FP TV (EP 110) RENTAL RED FLAGS: How To Avoid Problem Tenancies And Create The Perfect Letting
Nothing is more important than getting the right tenants for your rental property – because the choice you make will have a profound impact on your peace of mind a...2022-10-0231 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP38 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: 10 Biggest Investment Mistakes to AvoidEP38 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: 10 Biggest Investment Mistakes to Avoid
“Learn from the mistakes of others. You can’t live long enough to make them all yourself.” A quote from Eleanor Roosevelt, First Lady of the United States from 1933 to 1945. This great piece of advice is equally relevant to investing, where mistakes can cost us financially. So, what better way of learning, than taking some tips from an experienced investor?
Luckily, you don’t need to head back to school to understand this as Jim Parker and Richard Cook are on hand to take you through...2022-09-2659 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP37 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Wealth ManagementEP37 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Wealth Management
Why is it that some celebrities make millions and then a few years later they are filing for bankruptcy? Well anyone can learn how to make money but most don’t understand how to keep money and make it go to work for them.
Luckily, you don’t need to head back to school to understand this as Jim Parker and Richard Cook are on hand to take you through this and show how easy it is to master these skills to your advantage. As ever, this is base...2022-09-2059 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP36 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Work Less, Earn More!EP36 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Work Less, Earn More!
Once you see life as a collection of systems, then those that are within your control can be managed to create a life of freedom, wealth and contribution. Most people can’t understand the systems that make up their life, so they end up with random results.
Luckily, you don’t need to head back to school to understand this as Jim Parker and Richard Cook are on hand to take you through this and show how easy it is to m...2022-09-1259 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 4th Sept – 10th Sept 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 4th Sept – 10th Sept 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
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FP TV (EP 107) HAGGLE OR HOLD FIRM? How to achieve the best price in a changeable market
The property market is a funny old world. One minute estate agents are running out of homes; the next, you're told the market is running out of steam. What are you supposed to believe?
(W...2022-09-1120 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP35 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Assets v’s LiabilitiesEP35 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Assets v’s Liabilities
To become financially savvy, it’s essential to understand the difference between assets and liabilities — and why they matter. But when is an Asset a liability and a liability an Asset?
What is it that determines if it’s an asset or liability and why do people have conflicting views!
Luckily, you don’t need to head back to school to brush up on your money management terms as Jim Parker and Richard Cook take an in dept...2022-09-0559 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP34 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: How Does Inflation Impact Investments?EP34 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: How Does Inflation Impact Investments?
Inflation rates of 10%+ hit the headlines in July 2022 with further rises predicted.
Whether you have investments or cash in the bank, we’re all going to feel the effect of rising prices over the next few months. The Bank of England is predicting inflation rates to peak at 13% in the coming months.
But does rising inflation mean you should review your investments?
In this episode Jim Parker and Richard Cook look at how inflation hits different types of investments in different wa...2022-08-2959 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE - 21ST - 27TH AUGUST 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE - 21ST - 27TH AUGUST 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
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FP TV (EP 105) BROWN, BUT NOT OUT: Keeping your garden lush for viewings in a hot summer
As our parks and gardens bake to a crisp, luscious green lawns are starting to feel like a distant memory.
That can be a challenge when selling your home, but Jim Parker...2022-08-2823 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP33 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Rich v’s WealthyEP33 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Rich v’s Wealthy
Rich and wealthy, two words that many people use interchangeably but mean vastly different things to different people. Being rich means, you have a lot of money coming in, but it does not mean you are wealthy!
Being wealthy is not only having enough money to meet your needs but being able to afford not to work if you do not have to. It is about amassing assets and making your money work for you.
In this episode Jim Parker and Richard Cook look at...2022-08-2258 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE - 14TH – 20TH AUGUST 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE - 14TH – 20TH AUGUST 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
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FP TV (EP 104) PARENTS AND PAWS: Our Landlord Guide For Renting To Tenants With Children Or Pets
"Never work with children or animals" has been a showbiz saying since the 1930s, but many landlords also live by the same advice.
Landlords are three times more likely than agents to refuse te...2022-08-2126 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP32 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: How to Make Your Property Investment More ProfitableEP32 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: How to Make Your Property Investment More Profitable
The million-dollar question for all landlords is, ‘How do I make my property investment more profitable?’
The most obvious answer is increasing the rent! However this can come back to haunt you and leave your property investments vulnerable and exposed to factors outside of your control.
In this episode Jim Parker and Richard Cook will cover all the areas that marginal gains can be made without increasing the rent to compound over...2022-08-1559 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP31 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: How to Beat the Cost of Living Crisis!EP31 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: How to Beat the Cost of Living Crisis!
The cost of living is rising rapidly. There is not much you can do to beat the squeeze, but it’s worth checking that you are getting as much coming in as you can and identify opportunities to increase your income and cashflow.
In this episode Jim Parker talks to Richard Cook about what he did when he first started out 30 years ago to save money, preserve cashflow, while continuing to invest for the future and wh...2022-08-0859 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP30 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Property v’s PensionEP30 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Property v’s Pension
Both pensions and property investments can deliver long-term growth – and, when it comes to funding your retirement, both could have an important role to play. But which one is better? In the immortal words of comedian Harry Hill, “There’s only one way to solve this, “FIGHT”
In this episode Jim Parker and Richard Cook debate which one is best and what strategies could set you free in your future retirement. Remember retirement is not age related. It’s money related. As ever, this is based on Jim’s perso...2022-08-0159 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP29 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Predicting Your FutureEP29 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Predicting Your Future
Charlie “Tremendous” Jones once said, “Five years from today, you will be the same person that you are today, except for the books you read and the people you meet.”
But is it that simple and if so, what things can you do today to set yourself on the path to success?
In this episode Jim Parker and Richard Cook discuss the simple everyday things you can do that will compound over the years to change your life forever based on...2022-07-2559 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE 17th – 23rd July 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE 17th – 23rd July 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
FP TV (EP 100) DAMAGE CONTROL: Our expert tips to minimise the wear & tear at your buy-to-let
The end of a tenancy is often filled with uncertainty. Landlords worry over the state of their property when it's returned, while tenants fret about how much of th...2022-07-2419 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP28 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Recycle Your CashEP28 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Recycle Your Cash
This is the property finance strategy that turns your small, shrinking cash piles into Mountains!
If you’re in property or looking at it as a way to create financial independence you could be forgiven for deciding it was all taking much too long.
In this episode Jim Parker and Richard Cook discuss what you can do to accelerate your results and guarantee your success based on hundreds of years of distilled information passed on by previous generations in books, vlogs and pod...2022-07-1859 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE 10th – 16th July 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE 10th – 16th July 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
FP TV (EP 99) HOME AND AWAY: How to keep your home ready for viewings while you're on holiday
With the summer holiday season fast approaching, you're probably looking forward to getting some sun, having a rest and exploring somewhere new.
(Watch/Read/Listen) https://www.fi...2022-07-1717 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP 24 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Rental YieldsEP 24 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Rental Yields
In this episode Jim Parker and Kerin Marshall talk about financial management which is at the heart of every successful business. As a landlord, the rental yield of a buy-to-let can affect whether you buy a property in the first place. After that, it can help you monitor your investment's ongoing profitability and performance.
This is a key performance indicator which will drive forward your investment portfolio and hedge you against unexpected events. Jim Parker has been adapting his strategy over the last 30 years to guarantee success.
2022-06-2058 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE 12TH – 18TH JUNE 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE 12TH – 18TH JUNE 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
FP TV (EP 96) THE PRICE ISN'T RIGHT: How to spot and stop your home being overvalued
With prices still rising and very few homes on the market, it seems incredible that 1 in 20 asking prices were slashed in May. The figures from Zoopla show an average drop of 9% (or £22,500); the biggest discount margin for 18 mont...2022-06-1931 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP 22 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Sensitivity AnalysisEP 22 THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Sensitivity Analysis
In this episode Jim Parker talks to Richard Cook about sensitivity analysis. This is financial modelling that determines how target variables are affected based on changes in other variables known as input variables. This model is also referred to as what-if or simulation analysis. It is a way to predict the outcome of a decision given a certain range of variables and is the unique way Jim Parker has guaranteed his success in property investment over the last 30 years.
(Watch, listen) https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/blog/ep-22...2022-06-0659 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE 29thMay – 4th June 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE 29thMay – 4th June 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
FPTV (EP 94) MOVING MISTAKES: Why finding a home before you have a buyer is a big risk
If you've decided you want to move, you could be thinking the same as thousands of other homeowners: there's nothing on the market, so you'll wait to put your home up...2022-06-0530 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE 15th – 21st May 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE 15th – 21st May 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
SUNDAY SPECIAL LIVE SHOW: Fife Property Market to Crash in 2022?
According to some newspapers and pundits, the property market boom could soon be over with the increasing interest rates and inflation. Jim Parker and Perrie McIntosh discuss this emotive subject in the Fife property market news.
Re...2022-05-2216 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE 8th – 14th May 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE 8th – 14th May 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
FP TV (EP 91) IS BUY-TO-LET BROKEN?
Facts, Figures And Future Trends For Private Landlords
There's no denying that buy-to-let isn’t the same as 10 or 15 years ago. Changes in lending criteria mean landlords have to put in more of their own money; changes in tax policy have affected initial yields; changes in le...2022-05-1517 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE 1st – 7th May 2022FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE 1st – 7th May 2022
Weekly round up on what's driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:
Article, Podcast and TV Show written and produced this week are:
FP TV (EP 90) MOVING WITH CHILDREN? How to sell and be settled before the new school year
If you thought you'd missed the boat for a family move this year, the good news is you've still got time. With the speed of the current market, you can se...2022-05-0823 min
Audiobook Connection - Behind the Scenes with the Creative TeamsAC-I-114 Filmed Theatre - An interview with Jim Parker, Riverview StudiosJoin Becky Parker Geist and Jim Parker, owner of Riverview Studios, as they have a behind-the-scenes chat about Colla Voce, a new play by Larry Klein that premieres May 7, 2022. Bringing a play to life in film, including filming in a confined space, creates opportunities and challenges for the entire production team. From lighting to sound to resident dogs, the five-day shoot and months of post-production work involved an abundance of creative problem-solving.
Learn more at https://proaudiovoices.com/colla-voce
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2022-05-0538 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP 6 THE WEALTH CREATON SHOW with Jim Parker & James WatsonEP 6 THE WEALTH CREATON SHOW with Jim Parker & James Watson
In this episode Jim Parker and James Watson are joined by Lettings Director Richard Cook.
We’ll be discussing the latest news, how to find the best tenants and if we have time, we can talk numbers. Repetition is the mother of all skill.
If you are a private client of ours, including the ongoing support you will also receive an invite for the last Thursday of every month to a private zoom session which will be a deep dive into more detail on...2022-02-1458 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP 5 THE WEALTH CREATON SHOW with Jim Parker & James WatsonEP 5 THE WEALTH CREATON SHOW with Jim Parker & James Watson
In this episode Jim Parker and James Watson will discuss the latest news while Jim and James talk about no money down deals, how to source them and get them.
If you are a private client of ours, including the ongoing support you will also receive an invite for the last Thursday of every month to a private zoom session which will be a deep dive into more detail on portfolio building. If you haven’t received your invite, please contact us to richard.cook@fi...2022-02-0757 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP 4 THE WEALTH CREATON SHOW with Jim Parker & James WatsonEP 4 THE WEALTH CREATON SHOW with Jim Parker & James Watson
In this episode Jim Parker and James Watson will discuss the latest news, how to source the best properties and Jim will go over one of his recent purchases telling you how he did it and what the numbers will be like.
Watch the Show here: https://youtu.be/053ZYKjfDWw
If you are a private client of ours, including the ongoing support you will also receive an invite for the last Thursday of every month to a private zoom session which will be...2022-01-3157 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP 3 THE WEALTH CREATON SHOW with Jim Parker & James WatsonEP 3 THE WEALTH CREATON SHOW with Jim Parker & James Watson
In this episode Jim Parker and James Watson will discuss the latest news, finance options (including touching on no money down) and James will go over one of his recent purchases telling you how he did it and what the numbers will be like.
If you are a client of ours, you will also receive an invite for the last Thursday of every month to a private zoom session which will be a deep dive into more detail on portfolio building. I would recommend you...2022-01-2459 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsEP 2 THE WEALTH CREATON SHOW with Jim Parker & James WatsonEP 2 THE WEALTH CREATON SHOW with Jim Parker & James Watson
In this episode Jim Parker and James Watson talk about mindset and handling rejection as well as showing an example of recent successes and how a no money down deal can be achieved and answering questions from a live audience.
If you are a client of ours, you will also receive an invite later in the month to a private zoom session which will be a deep dive into more detail on portfolio building. I would recommend you book the last Thursday @ 7.30pm each month.2022-01-171h 03
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFP TV (EP 31) Fife First-Time Buyers Can Now Buy Using 5% Deposit Mortgages!FP TV (EP 31) Fife First-Time Buyers Can Now Buy Using 5% Deposit Mortgages!
Yet higher mortgage rates could see Fife buyers paying a lot more each month for the privilege! Being a Fife first-time buyer in the last 12 months has not been an easy thing. Just before lockdown there were 400 ‘5% deposit mortgage’ deals and first-time buyers were able shop around to get the best deal. When the first lockdown hit, 5% deposit mortgages disappeared, meaning that as many Fife would-be first-time buyers were about to buy their first Fife home in 2020, the rug was pulled from under their feet.
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FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsThe Sunday Slot: Josh QuigleyI'll be catching up with NC500 cycling champion and world record holder Josh Quigley live on his recent journey to win the Tour De France in 2026.
For those of you that don’t know, Josh battled with depression, woke in the middle of the night, got into his car and drove into a concrete barrier at 75 miles-an-hour. A crippling battle with depression had held this outwardly happy Scottish entrepreneur in a deadly grip. Miraculously, Josh escaped unscathed. He decided to travel the world as 'The Tartan Explorer', raising awareness. 'No one attempts suicide to die, they do it...2021-03-2155 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFP TV (EP 29) PROFESSIONAL PRIDE: Why being an Estate Agent is a Real PrivilegeHave you ever listed all the things you love about your work? It’s an illuminating exercise in clarifying all the reasons you do what you do. For some people, it can even be the catalyst for a change of career.
The idea for this week’s show came unexpectedly when my mind drifted to how much I enjoy being someone’s estate agent. It didn’t immediately occur as a show, but as the minutes went by, it seemed a shame to keep it all to myself, so this week it’s more personal than most.
It’s...2021-03-2059 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsThe Sunday Slot: Gamblers Anonymous ScotlandGAMBLERS ANONYMOUS is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from a gambling problem. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop gambling. Their primary purpose is to stop gambling and to help other compulsive gamblers do the same. You can find out a lot more about what they do here: https://gascotland.org/
Think You May Have A Gambling Problem? Then click here: https://gascotland.org/20-questions/
Join Jim Parker with Ged...2021-03-1459 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFP TV (EP 27) INCREASE YOUR YIELD: Better Business Tips for Local LandlordsIs your rental property working as hard as it could for you? As a landlord, you'll want to ensure that your investment is performing well and continues to make good business sense throughout the time you own it. Homes often have hidden potential that, as well as unlocking more income, can substantially increase demand. And, as you'll discover, there are many more options than merely increasing the rent and hoping it works out.
Join one of the UK’s most successful investor landlords, Jim Parker (who will more than likely share some of his secrets), Fife’s No.1...2021-03-1359 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFP TV (EP 28) The UK Government’s 95% mortgage guarantee in detail.The guarantee to make more 95% loan-to-value (LTV) mortgages available to buyers will increase the options for many, especially first-time buyers, who don’t have a large deposit.
Fife Properties Managing Director Jim Parker and Neil Bird of Cara Mortgages look at the detail.
Neil Bird contact details: 07730 511 350 or email neilb@carams.co.uk
#Mortgages #PropertyMarket #HousesPrices #FifeProperty #FirstTimeBuyers2021-03-1023 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsThe Sunday Slot: “Jock” McInnes MBEThis is the story of one man that is raised over £2 million for charity! Originally a Methil man, ex forces (Black Watch Royal Highland Regiment), advanced adventures & physical training instructor for 22 years plus.
In sport, he was the army individual boxing champion, and the combined services runner-up. The midland district Dundee/Fife boxing champion twice and represented Scotland on a few occasions. His best pal is the former undisputed world boxing champion Ken Buchannan MBE.
Jock knows about perseverance, drive, consistency, passion, execution and delivery of the mission set. He currently helps out in the j...2021-03-071h 12
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFP TV (EP 26) SPRING SELLING TIPS FOR 2021 in FIFE: How to prepare and present your home for prime selling season!Spring is usually the time of year when the largest numbers of buyers start registering with estate agents to find their next home. With lockdown easing and the children returning to school we can look forward to Easter and Summer – family friendly locations like Dunfermline, Glenrothes, Leven, Cupar, Kirkcaldy, East Neuk and St Andrews see a lot of property market activity.
It’s all up for discussion this Saturday @ 9.30am on “The Fife property Show” with regular hosts Jim Parker, Jimmy Mullen and Andrea Stanford. Tune in at 9.30am to get the latest top tips and gossip with our...2021-03-0656 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFP TV (EP 25) Fife Pensioner Homeowners Are Now Worth £8,027,019,000 (£8.03bn)“With UK property prices rising by 49% in the last 8 years, but wages by just under 12%, many have put some of the blame for the housing crisis on the Baby Boomer generation. Have Fife baby boomers wrecked the Fife property market for millennials, holding younger families back from buying their own Fife home?
It’s all up for discussion this Wednesday @ 2pm on “The Fife property Show” with regular hosts Jim Parker, Jimmy Mullen and Andrea Stanford. Tune in at 2pm to get the gossip with our LIVE audience (That’s you). This is your chance to ask anything l...2021-03-0325 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFife Landlord Show (EP:1) DEPOSIT DISPUTES: Why Do So Many Landlords Lose?Ending up in a dispute at the end of a tenancy is one of the least inviting prospects of being a landlord, and thankfully most tenancies end perfectly amicably. But when they do end in disagreement, many landlords manage to lose their claim, leading them to feel that the system is weighted against them.
So, in this week's show, we're taking a look at why landlords – and particularly self-managing ones – lose so many disputes. If you own a rental property in Fife and you've either lost a dispute, or you'd like to chat about minimising the chances of th...2021-02-2857 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsThe Sunday Slot: Toby’s Magical JourneyToby's Magical Journey is the brainchild of Toby Etheridge who in 2014 aged just 9 years old diagnosed with Leukaemia, since then he has tirelessly fundraised. Toby being the positive person he wanted to help as many children and young adults as possible. Toby's aim is to prove that having a cancer diagnosis is not all doom and gloom and that you can live with it and beat it as Toby has.
You can find out a lot more about what they do here: https://www.tobysmagicaljourney.co.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/TobysMagicalJourney/
Join...2021-02-2852 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFP TV (EP 24) BEHIND THE SCENES: What does your Estate Agent do for your money?Once again, we’re about to share our secrets on how we get outstanding results! “Put it on the Internet and wait for the phone to ring”. That’s perhaps how many people see an estate agent’s life, and there’s undoubtedly some mystery around precisely what agents do beyond putting a property on the market and showing people around.
To shine a light on all that happens in one of the UK’s top agencies, you're invited this week for a look behind the scenes of Fife Properties for a fly-on-the-wall experience.
By the time you’ve w...2021-02-2759 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsThe Sunday Slot: Author - Leonard LowWith a passion for the morbid ghastly side of History, especially the Witch killing years....he has amassed a fair library holding the source materials for most of the known Witch trials in Britain, and uses this for research! He lectures on this subject to all who will have him, he has a medieval tower in Pittenweem in which he also lectures on his book THE WEEM WITCH. Other books cover gory subjects like cannibalism, serious perverts, sea battles, Plague, maniac sea captains, murdered Priests, Cardinals, Bishops, Monks and Archbishops, the sausage slaughter, Nazi bombings, rabbit wars and A...2021-02-2159 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFP TV (EP 23) TIMING YOUR MOVE: How to Choose the Perfect Moment to Sell in Fife!Once again, we’re about to share our secrets on how we get outstanding results! Have you ever wondered how to pick the perfect time to sell your Fife home? It’s probably the question we’re asked the most when talking to people about their move.
But how do you pick your moment with so much conflicting advice? Should you exploit the new year rush, or sell in the spring when the blossom is on the trees? Is it better to get in before the summer holidays, or wait till the kids have gone back to the sch...2021-02-2058 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsThe Sunday Slot: Natalie Garry - DanceSingA former professional ballet dancer who trained with the English National Ballet and has over 30 years of experience within the health, wellbeing, and fitness industry. Recognising the benefits of singing and dancing to stay fit, healthy and happy, Natalie founded danceSing (the Choir that Keeps you Fit!) in April 2016 with the aim of bringing positive health and wellbeing to the nation.
While Natalie caters to all ages, I was so inspired when she talked about the potential benefits to the older generation, especially in care homes I had to have her on the show. For more information: ww...2021-02-1459 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFP TV (EP 21) Build a Portfolio of Popular & Profitable Lettings in FifeGrowing your rental portfolio can provide you with a secure financial future and provide many people with a wonderful home. Whether you are an experienced landlord looking to expand your portfolio, or you are looking for your first buy-to-let investment, this week’s show is for you.
Join one of the UK’s most successful investor landlords, Jim Parker (who will more than likely share some of his secrets), Fife’s No.1 Letting Agents Richard Cook and Kerin Marshall this Saturday morning live on “The Fife property Show”. Tune in at 9.30am for an hour of facts, figures, e...2021-02-1300 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsThe Sunday Slot: Sean Blake – The Untitled Chair ProjectListening to Sean’s story about losing his best friend Doug to leukaemia and how it inspired him to highlight the importance of bone marrow and stem cell donations moved me so much I had to have him on the show. He created the Untitled Chair Project which has taken him across the world through America, Italy, India and the United Emirates and is currently in the East Neuk of Fife taking pictures of willing models, posing with his beloved piece of furniture. https://www.facebook.com/TheUntitledChairProject/ & https://theuntitledchairproject.blogspot.com/
While Sean tells us about his...2021-02-0755 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFP TV (EP 20) 11% drop in Fife Homes ‘For Sale’ in Last 3 Months. What does this mean for Fife property owners?“With most Fife families home schooling their children in lockdown and the forthcoming stamp duty holiday deadline on the 31st March 2021, less Fife properties have been coming onto the Fife property market since the New Year. This has prompted a 11% drop in the supply of Fife homes for sale compared to November 2020 when it should be a lot more.
What does this mean for Fife homeowners and Fife landlords?”
It’s all up for discussion this Saturday morning live on “The Fife property Show” will regular hosts Jim Parker, Jimmy Mullen and Richard Cook. Tune in at 9.30am...2021-02-0658 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsThe Sunday Slot: Mairi Gardner. Author: Nutrition and FitnessMairi is a nutrition and fitness student and author of her own blog: https://aaahealths.com/blog/
I’ve been so impressed with her content and writing on issues such as sugar addiction, diet mentality, her experience and findings on Vegan and Vegetarian diets, how nutrition and sleep affect mood, including subjects such as anxiety, depression and more that I had to get her on the show for a chat. Join me, Jim Parker for my Sunday Slot @ 10.30am Live. We're open to taking questions while you watch and listen in.
#Depression #Anxiety #Nutrition #Sleep #Autho...2021-01-3158 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFP TV (EP 19) WARM WELCOMES: Turn Your Cold Viewers into Hot Buyers!“Ever wanted to know the property secrets to selling your house in winter and top tips on how to get better offers and results. Well now we’re about to kiss and tell on a live property show”. Jim Parker Managing Director of Scotland’s No.1 Best Local Estate Agency Group 2020 @ The ESTAS will reveal all. It’s all up for discussion this Saturday morning live on “The Fife property Show” with regular host Jim Parker, Jimmy Mullen and Andrea Stanford. Tune in at 9.30am for the secrets that no other agent will know in conjunction with our LIVE audience (That’...2021-01-3059 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsThe Sunday Slot: The John O’Brien StoryOn the 16th January 2002 John’s life changed forever. His son Lee died after inhaling lighter fluid.
This is one man’s story in his quest to change the law to make it compulsory for the introduction of test purchasing across Scotland and shopkeepers caught selling lighter fluid to under 18’s are threatened with prosecution.
I’ve got to say after talking with John this is a story of perseverance, determination and love for his son that’s driven him forward and I suspect it will be extremely emotional on the day.
Join me, Jim Pa...2021-01-2455 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFP TV (EP 18) PROS OR CONS: Is a Managing Agent Worth Your Money!“Personally, I’ve always questioned whether a managing agent is really worth the expense. Well now is the time to thrash this out and put it to bed once and for all!” Jim Parker Managing Director, Landlord, Investor.
It’s all up for discussion this Saturday morning live on “The Fife property Show” with regular host Jim Parker, Richard Cook and Kerin Marshall. Tune in at 9.30am for an hour of facts, figures, extrapolation as well as right out guessing in conjunction with our LIVE audience (That’s you). This is your chance to ask anything live. Hit the notifi...2021-01-2359 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsThe Sunday Slot: Darren Peattie of The East Neuk Salt CompanySalt harvesting is being revived in a Fife coastal village - 200 years after the industry ended in the area. The East Neuk Salt Company plans to produce two tonnes of artisan sea salt every month from February in St Monans.
I talk to Darren about his journey, story and all things Sea Salt.
Join us for Jim Parker's Sunday Slot @ 10.30am Live. We're open to taking questions while you watch and listen in.2021-01-1757 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFP TV (EP 17) SWIFT, SAFE AND SURE: The Guide to Selling Your Fife Home in Lockdown.If you’d been waiting until the new year to put your moving plans into action, you might be wondering whether to put them back on hold. But if you do that, when will you be able to think about moving again?
It’s all up for discussion this Saturday morning live on “The Fife property Show” will regular hosts Jim Parker, Jimmy Mullen and Richard Cook. Tune in at 9.30am for an hour of facts, figures, extrapolation as well as right out guessing in conjunction with our LIVE audience (That’s you). This is your chance to ask any...2021-01-1659 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsMan who weighed 30 stone starts the New Year a lot lighter.A self confessed food lover is starting the New Year an impressive 10 stone lighter - having shed the weight in around a year!
Tune in Sunday @ 10.30am to hear Grant's story, how he did it plus his partner Rachael shed 4 stone. You'll be amazed at this inspirational story and this could be the year it could all change for you. Live on Jim Parker's Sunday Slot.2021-01-1029 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenantsFP TV (EP 16) How Will the Brexit Deal Affect Fife House Prices and Your Mortgage Payments?“How will the Brexit deal affect Fife house prices and your mortgage payments on your Fife home? With Boris Johnson conclusively agreeing a Brexit deal for the UK with the European Union just before Christmas, this gave optimism that the economic turmoil of leaving the EU would be radically reduced, yet what will this ‘trade deal’ do to the value of your Fife home and the mortgage payments you will have to make?” It’s all up for discussion this Saturday morning live on “The Fife property Show” with regular hosts Jim Parker, Andrea Stanford, Richard Cook and guest Neil Bird. Tune...2021-01-0959 min
FIFE PROPERTIES - Helpful guides for buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants6 TOP TIPS: To Sell Your Fife Home This ChristmasI don’t often share my property secrets on how I get outstanding results but here’s an insight into the bear minimum you need to do today to get more money in your pocket at the end. Jim Parker – Scotland’s No.1 Estate Agent
https://www.fifeproperties.co.uk/blog/6-top-tips-to-sell-your-fife-home-this-christmas/
#NoOrdinaryEstateAgent #ServiceMatters #OutstandingResults #FifeProperties2020-12-1507 min
Real Estate NewsReal Estate Wire FraudBasically - in 25 words or less.... if homebuyers send closing funds to the wrong bank account, you get screwed! Don't believe everything in writing. Pick up the phone and call.
The scam: The homebuyer receives an email from criminals pretending to be real estate agent, the closing attorney, or title agency involved in the transaction. The fraudulent email contains wire transfer payment instructions usually regarding the down payment or closing costs. Unwittingly, the homebuyer sends the wire transfer payment to the criminal’s account.
Homebuyers can exercise some steps to protect themselves from this fraud....
S...2019-09-1108 minReal Estate NewsIs the traditional residential real estate industry collapsing?If you search for residential real estate mergers and acquisitions in your favorite internet search portal, you’ll see many mergers are occurring.
We are seeing a drop on volume of “available” residential properties that agents can list for sale. This “shortage” of available properties that “Listing” agents can make available to purchase also hurts the “Buyer’s” agent on the other side of the transaction which severely limits the properties available for their “buyer” clients to purchase. I believe every market across the US is experiencing this problem.
Note: In case you’re asking, more than 95% of the trans...2019-09-0207 minReal Estate NewsMortgages & Mortgage Rates; New Homes in Atlanta; and iBuyers in the Atlanta Real Estate MarketplaceI am Jim Parker, Exclusive Buyer Agent in the Atlanta Metro marketplace...770-265-7293 - jim@abuyeragent.com
Mortgage Rates - I cover a few of the basics and tips, but here's a general discussion and relationship to the 10 year treasury notes. The Treasury Department sells all bills, notes, and bonds at auction with a fixed interest rate. When demand is high, bidders will pay more than the face value to receive the fixed rate. When demand is low, they pay less. The Treasury Department pays the interest rate every six months. The yield is the total return over the...2019-08-2822 minReal Estate NewsOpen Houses in Georgia,Amazon and Zillow turf war in real estate; Rules fo Homebuyers; and moreI am Jim Parker, Exclusive Buyer Agent in the Atlanta Metro marketplace...770-265-7293 - jim@abuyeragent.com
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How do you find open houses in Georgia?
Amazon and Zillow are real estate disrupters? Amazon is not selling real estate, but it will, thanks to its enormous reach, funnel potential buyers into Realogy. Zillow is not only offering to buy homes in Florida, but will turn and sell them to investors for flipping...Zillow Offers, which allows homeowners to sell their home to Zillow for a cash offer within just a few d...2019-08-2841 minReal Estate NewsReal Estate News in Metro Atlanta and beyondBe gentle...it's my trial run to introduce my Podcast "Solutions".
I am Jim Parker, Exclusive Buyer Agent in the Atlanta Metro marketplace...770-265-7293 - jim@abuyeragent.com
I have a blog - http://abiblog.abuyeragent.com/ - that I attempt to update several topics about real estate each day.
Hey, I may even throw in a few other stories or news flashes on these podcasts about society or life in general to spice it up and make you think...
This podcast series attempts to broadcast some of those news an...2019-08-2315 min