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Podcast Gurus: Interviews on Podcasting, Podcast Growth, Podcast Marketing, Content Strategy & SEOPodcast Gurus: Interviews on Podcasting, Podcast Growth, Podcast Marketing, Content Strategy & SEOThe Podcast Strategy for Property Solopreneurs to Build Trust & Attract Clients – Rachael TroughtonLook into the "3 Ways to Generate Leads With Your Podcast" E-book for free here on our website! (https://ghapodcast.com)In this episode of Podcast Gurus, we explore the world of property development and business strategy with Rachael Troughton, host of The Property Solopreneur Podcast. Rachael shares how she transformed her life from co-running a renovation company to mentoring solopreneurs in real estate, helping them turn accidental landlord situations into sustainable businesses.She talks about how her podcast empowers aspiring property investors with practical insights, including how to avoid flashy trends, build a resilient team...2025-07-0943 minA Wealthy LifeA Wealthy LifeEp 106: Working With a Partner in Property With Rachael TroughtonWhen family and business mix, the results can be a complex blend of love, loyalty, and the occasional tug-of-war over the remote control of decision-making.  Rachel Troughton joins me to unravel the delicate dynamics of working with loved ones in the property realm.  Imagine leading a business where the boardroom table might also be where you eat Sunday dinner. That's the reality for many in generational family enterprises, where the lines between personal and professional often blur.  In this discussion, I share the emotional intricacies when not every family member shares the same ent...2024-03-0751 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton097 Building Dreams Brick by Brick: My Journey and Strategies in the World of PropertyIn today’s episode, I’ll be talking about building and achieving your dreams in the property world as I share my experience and the strategies I’ve used in succeeding this far. Every business needs a plan that helps you figure out where you want to go with it and how you're going to get there. With that, you get the winning strategy you need to build your dreams.What You’ll Learn:-Why I chose to become a property solopreneur and my very first deal in the property world -What s...2023-07-1013 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton096 Her Space, Her Rules: Women Building PropertyMy guest on today’s show is Manni Chopra, a successful property investor and developer with over 13 years of experience in property refurbishments, conversions and developments. She’s a host on the Titans event, a property meet in England, and a full-time Director at The Chopra Property Group. Manni aspires to expand her networking events so as to reach many people worldwide and share helpful tips on the bits and pieces that can make them good entrepreneurs.In today’s episode, Manni shares her experience as a woman in the property world dealing with building, construction and develo...2023-07-0334 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton095 From Staged to Sold: The Art of Property TransformationCeri Owen is a multi award-winning property stager & renovator with 20+ years of experience in real estate developing and transforming properties into valuable homes that sell out fast. Ceri is the Founder of Sort Style and Stage, an interior designing company with a passion for adding value to homes and investments through their home staging service. In today’s episode, we discuss the art of property transformation and how every investor can use it to move their properties from staged to sold.What You Will Learn:-The benefits of...2023-06-2639 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton094 Networking Yourself to Property SuccessSimon Zutshi is an experienced Property Investor, best-selling Author of ‘Property Magic’ and host of The Property Magic Podcast. Simon’s passion for sharing everything he knows about the property world inspired him to create a supportive environment called Property Investors Network, which has now grown into the largest property networking organisation in the UK. In today’s episode, Simon shares with us just how important it is to invest in talking to like-minded people and build up your credibility to succeed in property. He also shares helpful tips for those that are willing to try out networkin...2023-06-1928 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton093 Can You Have a 9-to-5 AND a Property Business?My guest today is Susan Aubrey-Cound, who has over 25 years of experience in the corporate world, working for British Airports Authority, M&S, and for the Daily Mail Group, in management roles within the marketing and e-commerce departments. Susan set up her own business whilst working at a high level in a prominent corporate, running both side by side very successfully. This is something that ties many property people up in knots when starting out. So in today’s episode, Susan shares nuggets of wisdom that we can apply in the property world on how to successfully sta...2023-06-1255 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton092 A Legal Perspective on Property with the Biking Building BarristerSusan Francombe, a.k.a The Biking Building Barrister is well known as a chartered Civil Engineer, Barrister, Adjudicator and Arbitrator with over 30 years of specialist experience in building, construction, civil engineering and consumer disputes. She’s the CEO of the Business of Building, a company set to help builders solve their daily struggles and assist homeowners in waiving off grand mistakes. She’s passionate about helping leaders in construction understand the right questions to ask when in a dilemma, and offering legal advice and support where necessary.In today’s episode, Susan shares her legal perspective on the...2023-06-0547 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton091 Are Partnerships a Good Idea for a Property Solopreneur?Running a partnership with someone else may sound like a great idea because of all the benefits attached to it, such as splitting the risks instead of solely bearing it all. But have you ever considered what may possibly go wrong if the partnership takes a wrong turn? Join me in today’s episode as I share my views on the concept of a partnership in the property world.What You’ll Learn:-Why partnerships are a go-to idea for property investors -The pitfalls of partnerships in the property world and h...2023-05-2916 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton090 Why Commercial Property is Not to be Missed!Natasha Collins is a Property Investor, Chartered Surveyor and CEO of NC Real Estate, a place for property investors to build profitable property portfolios that align with their goals. She’s the host of the Honest Property Investment podcast, a show where she shares smart investment strategies for the people interested in dealing in commercial properties. Her passion for helping investors in the UK to build and manage commercial & mixed use property portfolios has helped a lot of these investors to maintain their success while having fun doing what they love. In today’s episode, Natasha shares her...2023-05-2242 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton089 The Modular Mindset with Shack BakerShack Baker, a.k.a The Airspace Guy, is an award-winning Property Developer, Mentor, Motivator and creative Entrepreneur with a passion to ensure developments continue to excel in the property world. He is the Founder & CEO of 6FAB and The Property Shack, an SME development company focused on residential, commercial and airspace developments across the UK. He is also a Public Speaker & Host of Watford, a property network event.  In today’s episode, we discuss the wow effects of airspaces and modular buildings, and the importance of networking and having a modular mindset when aiming for success in...2023-05-1541 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton088 From Zero to Success through Holiday Lets with Louise TomlinsonLouise Tomlinson is a passionate Property Investor that is helping landlords earn more profit from their property by maximising their rents. She’s a Director at LOCL Properties, a property business that offers luxury serviced, self-catering apartments in North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom to visiting business and leisure travelers. LOCL Properties also specialises in restoring old properties into stylish holiday lets that are modern, clean, furnished to a high standard and fully equipped with a host of welcoming comforts.  In today’s episode, Louise shares her experience moving from zero to success by dealing with holiday lets, the d...2023-05-0838 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton087 Why Does Strategy Make You More Successful?A business achieving great results may be perceived as having luck, because people don’t get to see the hard work, planning and execution that goes into creating a successful strategy.  In today’s episode, you’ll understand how having a strategy will increase your chances of attaining success, reduce the impact of luck, and make you stand out in the property market.  What You’ll Learn: What strategies are all about and why that’s important for your property business The consequences of procrastination when executing your business plans  Why you need to sync your bus...2023-05-0120 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton086 Generational Wealth - Running a Family Property Business SuccessfullyAngie Nicholls is a Property Investor, Partner and Networking Host at Partners in Property, a nationwide property networking event company. She’s also a Director at KPA Property Management, a family-led business that provides a truly passive property management experience for every landlord they work with, maximising the income from and keeping their greatest assets safe; ensuring that their tenants have a good service and a place to call home, not just a house that they live in. In today’s episode, Angie shares with us the joy and flexibility of working as an entrepreneur running her fami...2023-04-2435 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton085 A Property Pioneer - a Trailblazing Portfolio Builder with Bill Patel of I-OccupyBill Patel is a full-time Property Investor, Developer, Landlord and Mentor with a multimillion portfolio and a passion for everything property. He helps investors create more time to do the things they love through passive income investments in property. Bill is a Director at Happy Investing Ltd and at I-Occupy Ltd, a company that works with investors around the country to create beautiful spaces for working professionals and students to live in.  In today’s episode, we discuss developing the right attitude towards your property business, as Bill shares the risks and regrets he had during his ear...2023-04-1736 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton084 Property Renovating and Developing Successfully with Tristan GordonThis week’s guest is Tristan Gordon, a versatile property investor who is passionate about delivering bank beating returns through every property he deals with. Tristan is the founder and host of Norwich Property Meet, an intimate property networking event focused on spotlighting local property investors, allowing people to build their contacts, make friends and gain knowledge. He’s also a Property Director at ZebraInvest, an investment management company that engages in seeking partnerships and alliances to develop profitable businesses through private equity participation and/or joint ventures. On today’s show we discuss dealing property in Norwic...2023-04-1039 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton083 When You Die, Retire or Sell - Have You Got a Plan?There are two certainties that are bound to happen in life - paying taxes and death. But before you die, you might want to enjoy your retirement without stress. Creating a plan ahead of your retirement is a very important step, so in today’s episode I’ll be talking about retiring in property.  I’ll share what you need to carefully consider when creating a plan that ensures you are financially secure during that phase of your life.  What You’ll Learn: The benefits of having an exit strategy ahead of your retirement The right measures y...2023-04-0315 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton082 Successful HMO's - The Insider's View with Wendy Whittaker-LargeMy guest on today’s show is Wendy Whittaker-Large, a dynamic HMO Investor, Mentor, Coach and Author of two bestselling books. Wendy is the founder of Best Nest and HMO Success, companies that specialise in the design, development and delivery of HMO, and also train people interested in achieving financial freedom through property. Today’s episode is packed with insights, tips and advice about HMOs from a successful investor’s point of view. Wendy talks about how she kept her business working through the pandemic, what problems you can encounter while dealing with HMOs, its pros and cons...2023-03-2740 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton081 Why Charities Like to Work with Engaged InvestorsMy fabulous guest on today’s show, Dani Wallace, a.k.a. The Queen Bee Dani, is a former singer and a current Award Winning Public Speaking Coach that delivers memorable, inspiring and thought-provoking talks that empower people to be their best selves. She is the creator of the #IAmTheQueenBee movement and the Founder of the Fly Anyway Foundation helping survivors of domestic abuse access some of the best business mentors and business service providers in the UK to help them build successful and sustainable businesses. In today’s episode, Dani talks about her transition from working in t...2023-03-2031 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton080 How to Get Offers Accepted in a Falling MarketOne of the things we're really concerned about at this moment of a falling market is, how do we get offers accepted in a falling market? Many of my clients are talking about the difficulty they are experiencing at the moment. So in this episode, I’ll be talking about the reasons why you have to up your game and grow a thick skin when making offers in a falling property market, and how practicing one key sentence can make a difference to your buying process and your business results.   What You’ll Learn:  The main pr...2023-03-1416 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton079 90 Minutes to SuccessTime is a precious gift, but once you lose it, you can never get it back. Everyone has the power and the ability to achieve their goals if they know how to manage their time properly. So in today’s episode, I’ll be talking about the reasons why every business person should be conscious of the way they spend their time, and how they can achieve success using the 90-minute rule in their daily life. What You’ll Learn: Why your time should become more valuable to you as a business person The Pe...2023-03-0615 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton078 Private Finance Lending, What is it and How do I Do it?If you dream of becoming a multimillionaire in property, you have to do what it takes to get the funds to kickstart your journey into property. Banks are reliable fund sources, but you can’t always count on them to come through for your audacious goals, especially if you’re just starting out in your business. So in today’s episode, I’ll be explaining private finance lending and how to do it the right way. What You’ll Learn: What private finance lending is all about and how to get started with it  How effe...2023-02-2719 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton077 3 Actions to Take to Rocket Propel Your SuccessOnly a handful of people get lucky enough to be successful at property using the same simple routine they do everyday. But if you want to make significantly more money through property this year, you’ll need to do something more extraordinary from what you normally do. There are three actions to take to rocket propel your business into the success you desire, and in today’s episode, I’ll share with you how each action can make a difference in your business. What You’ll Learn: 3 ways to rocket propel your property business into success2023-02-2016 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton076 3 Ways to Future Proof Your BusinessIt may be difficult to plan ahead where you’re uncertain about how the property market would develop, but If you want property investing to work for you long term, you’ll need to put some extra measures in place to secure your future right from the start. In today’s episode, I’ll be talking about the developments you need to pay attention to right now, and I’ll share the 3 essential ways to future proof your business.   What You’ll Learn: Two definite things that will happen in everybody’s lives and how to live...2023-02-1320 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton075 Disability and Property with Elaine HughesI’m delighted to have Elaine Hughes with me on today’s show. She’s a property strategist and disability empowerment coach with lived experience of physical and hidden disabilities. She has been working for over 15 years as an experienced eCommerce business owner with a passion for property and making it accessible to a more inclusive society.  In today’s episode, we talk about disability in the property world and how hard it is to find a property that is adaptable for a disabled person to live in. We also discuss the opportunities that await landlords if they deci...2023-02-0634 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton074 Why Not Niche by Tenant Type?As a property investor, your chance to stand out comes when you think outside the box and do the things no one else is doing, such as opting to niche by tenant type when dealing property. In today’s episode, I’ll be talking about how to make the best property investment for the tenant type you choose and the different ways you can make profit from it. What You’ll Learn: How you can make yourself different from everyone else while continuously making profit Why you should consider choosing the properties to invest in based on ten...2023-01-3016 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton073 How to Scale with EaseScaling is an inevitable aspect of a property solopreneur’s journey through the property world. It makes use of your already existing knowledge about property and your willingness to grow beyond what you’ve learned so far. So in today’s episode, I’ll be talking about the various ways you can scale with ease while keeping your work simple. What You’ll Learn: Why every property business needs scaling to maximise its success  3 things that make a huge difference when scaling up as a property solopreneur The importance of controlling your paperwork and expenses while scaling  Ho...2023-01-2316 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton072 The Truth About Property InvestingProperty investing comes with many appealing benefits that lead you to the success you desire in life. But for you to gain access to these benefits, you’ll need to put in the work and have a sense of direction in your property investing business. In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing the truths and untruths about property investing and how to use them to your advantage. What You’ll Learn: The truths about property investing and how they relate to success in the property market What makes the biggest difference between success and failure in prope...2023-01-1615 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton071 How Do You View Success?As we’ve transitioned into the new year, remember to be grateful for how far you’ve come on your property journey. It’s also important to look back on your experiences throughout the last year and figure out what your mistakes were and what to do better this year. In today’s episode, I’ll be talking about different ways to view success and gaining the ability to receive compliments without feeling bad about it. What You’ll Learn: - Why your view on success matters in the property business - What types of vie...2023-01-0911 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton070 3 Small Things to Make a Big Difference in Your BusinessA failed attempt at succeeding in property is most likely a result of staying stagnant and refusing to upgrade yourself and your business. Even the tiniest of actions can make a huge difference in your business and get it to grow. So in today’s episode, I’ll be sharing tips on the easiest and smallest things to do to really make a difference in your business today. What You’ll Learn: - 3 quick and easy steps that are going to make a big difference in your business  - The importance of finance and bud...2023-01-0218 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton069 Why Reviewing Your Actions Leads to SuccessIn a haste to achieve success, we sometimes lose sight of the things we have to do to activate it. This includes reviewing your past actions during the course of a work year. A review helps with reflecting and figuring out what went wrong, so you can restrategise and increase your chances of success. In today’s episode, you’ll understand why reviewing your actions is worth your time if you want to become a successful property investor. What You’ll Learn: - How reviewing your past actions can propel your success - The ro...2022-12-2615 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton068 Why Inspiration is ImportantAs you strive to achieve your goals, it’s possible to lose sight of the reasons why you started in the first place, and this is where inspiration comes in. It’s important to know where your inspiration comes from, so you can harness its power and channel it towards the success of your business. In today’s episode, I’ll be talking about inspiration, its power to unlock your inner creative and see things in a new light. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The 3 keys to becoming successful at property investing   - Wh...2022-12-1915 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton067 Profit - How to Keep it in Your CompanyYour company’s success depends on your ability to earn profits from each deal you make in property. It’s your ability to think outside the box about how to engage your target audience that gets you the profits you need to keep your business afloat. However, if you’re without a strategy on how to make use of your profits the right way, your business may run into a huge debt. In today’s episode, I’ll be talking about profits and how to keep it in your business. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Wh...2022-12-1217 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton066 What Are You Selling?The property market is a dynamic world where everyone has different needs for each property they’re interested in. This is why your focus should be on what you’re actually selling before considering the figures you can make from a deal. In today’s episode, I’ll be talking about the reasons why you should be super clear on what you’re selling and the skills you need to have to peak the interest of your buyers.   What You Will Learn In This Episode: The perks of property sourcing and why you should get on top...2022-12-0520 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton065 Smart GoalsThe key to a successful property business lies in the strategy that each investor puts in place to bring their dreams to life. This strategy contains the smart goals they use in bridging the gap between their vision and where they wish to be. In this episode, I’ll be discussing the importance of goal setting in your business and what factors to consider when creating smart goals. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What ‘SMART’ stands for and why you need it in your business strategy  - The importance of smart g...2022-11-2814 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton064 How to Keep Your 'To Do' List Under ControlIt’s important to create a system for your day-to-day activities when dealing with property, and you can achieve this with a To-Do list. However, your list can get crowded and out of your control easily. So in today’s episode, I’ll be sharing with you the ways you can keep your To-Do list under control without feeling overwhelmed. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The importance of a to-do list and why it tends to get out of control - How to keep your to-do list in check as you de...2022-11-2117 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton063 How to Deal with a DivaIt’s important to do a proper screening of new clients before you leap at the prospect of working with them. The success of a deal depends on your ability to pay close attention to identify if your client would be a diva or not. So in today’s episode, you’ll understand all about the various forms divas can present themselves in your business and the best ways to handle them. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The types of divas that exist in the property world and how to spot them ...2022-11-1423 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton062 What is a Snag List, and Why Do I Need One?A snag list serves as that missing piece that connects your visions of how a property should look like to the actual work done by your builder. Without the list to make sure you look at the crucial and specific areas of your project, you might find yourself making a frantic attempt at checking if you’ve got what you asked for. Today’s episode is all about getting a maximum result with the help of a snag list. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What a snag list is and why you need...2022-11-0717 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton061 3 Money Mind Blocks Stopping You From SuccessMany entrepreneurs are oblivious of the power that money blocks have when it comes to obstructing them from reaching their financial success. As long as you’re unwilling to address the money mind blocks, you’ll continue to remain stagnant in your business. In today’s episode, I’ll be shedding more light on the concept of money mind blocks, and how to unblock your way to success. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The concept of money blocks and how it can manifest in your business - 3 money mind blocks stopping...2022-10-3119 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton060 Have You Got a Bottleneck in Your Business?People decide to venture into entrepreneurship because it gives them that freedom and flexibility to work on their terms and do what they’re passionate about. However, they’re unable to achieve their goals if their business has got a bottleneck that they may not even be aware of. In today’s episode, you’ll understand what bottlenecks are, and how they can cause your business to fail if you don’t handle them promptly. I’ll share an experience I had with a property solopreneur who had all it took to be successful, but he had a few bottlenecks...2022-10-2417 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton059 Do I Need to 'Stage' My Property?Staging a property is an action taken by property investors to make a house look its best before putting it up for sale in the property market. It’s like a win-win situation where you provide a much better experience for your tenants while you get your money’s worth.  Joining me on today’s show is Susannah Cole of The Good Property Company. We discuss the benefits that every property investor stands to gain when they go the extra mile to stage a property before sale.  What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What...2022-10-1728 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton058 How to Prepare for a Market CrashLike most investment markets, the property market is liable to experience a crash in value, and it can become a disaster if you have no plan how to handle it. The most important thing for property investors should be how they seize the moment and make money from the crash. In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing tips on how investors can turn the crash in their favour by preparing ahead of the situation.  What You’ll Learn: - How a market crash can become a blessing and a curse for property investors  - 3 ke...2022-10-1017 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton057 A Personal View of Property Investing with Suzanne SmithMy guest on today’s episode is a self-made landlord and property investor, Suzanne Smith. Suzanne was a business lawyer for 25 years before she discovered her interest in dealing properties, especially Victorian houses. She writes The Independent Landlord, a blog packed with insightful tips on how landlords can build successful rental portfolios. She also loves to read and enlighten interested investors on the laws and legislations around property. Suzanne shares with us her personal view of property investing in the Victorian houses niche. We discuss the concept of letting experiences and how your decision to invest in qu...2022-10-0343 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton056 Can Property Be My Pension?Your retirement should be the period you use to check off things on your bucket list and enjoy your resting days. But you won’t be able to fulfill any of it if you’ve got no money saved up from your working days. This is why you need to set up a pension plan that can serve your future goals. In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing insights on the different ways you can secure a huge pension pot by dealing with property. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - How dealing with pro...2022-09-2616 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton055 An Insider's View of Joint Ventures with Peter MareMy guest today is a goal-driven property investor, Peter Mare. Peter was once a Project Manager until he decided to transfer his skills into the entrepreneurial world of dealing in property. He’s a property investor in Keys to Doors LTD, a company that specialises in creating sound property investment positions by sourcing, renovating, staging and managing properties.  In today’s episode, we discuss the numerous benefits of joint ventures from Peter’s point of view. He talks about his experience finding partners and shares tips on the best practices to make a joint venture partnership work for you...2022-09-1943 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton054 What's a Joint Venture?Today’s episode is all about the concept of joint ventures and why you should consider it as an option in your property business. Just like every other means of fund sourcing, joint ventures have rules and regulations that you need to fully understand to avoid turning your business into a disaster. So in today’s episode, you’ll learn about the benefits of joint ventures so you can decide if it’s the right fit for you. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What a joint venture is in the property market ...2022-09-1217 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton053 What Is a Good Property Deal?As property investors, there’s no right or wrong way to determine how a property deal works, but there are some measures you can take to push the odds in your favour. In today’s episode, I’ll be talking about what makes up a good property deal and how every property solopreneur can fine tune their deal sourcing criteria in ways that can help increase their profits. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - How to identify a good property deal - What to consider when classifying property deals in a proper...2022-09-0519 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton052 Why Work & Life Balance is a MythTo maintain a healthy work-life balance, you need to create a situation where there’s equal input in your work and in your life. But is it always as easy as they paint it to be? Today, I’ll be talking about the concept of work-life balance as a property solopreneur and why I think it’s flawed. I’ll also be sharing tips on what to do as you attempt to achieve it. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Why work-life balance is considered a myth - How your approach to work...2022-08-2923 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton051 Help! Why Successful People Can Lose FriendsWhen you wake up every day, you’re faced with two choices: to either go back to sleep and dream of a successful life or get up and catch your dreams. If you decide to go with the latter, you're more likely to lose friends quicker than you thought. In today’s episode, I’ll be talking about the reasons why successful people can lose friends and how to make some more along the journey to success. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Why it is normal to lose some friends and gain new on...2022-08-2220 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton050 Don't be Afraid of Pivoting and Growing with Anna Parker-NaplesJoining me on today’s show is Anna Parker-Naples, a podcast launch expert, business coach, audio producer and bestselling author of books 'Get Visible: How to Have More Impact, Influence and Income' & 'Podcast with Impact: How to Launch Your Podcast Properly’. Anna is host on the podcasts ‘Entrepreneurs Get Visible’, ‘Podcasting for Entrepreneurs’ and a few others. She’s an excellent entrepreneur eager to help others make an impact in their business niche and achieve their business goals through podcasting. In today’s episode, we discuss the important business skills all property solopreneurs can use to achieve their goals. We...2022-08-1540 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton049 3 Ways to Grow Your Network & Net WorthOne of the secrets to increasing your net worth is having a stronger network in the property world. Your business cannot flourish and upscale if you limit yourself to the people in your comfort zone. So in today’s episode, you’ll find out how to properly grow your business, and what steps to take to grow your network and net worth. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Why you need to upscale your mindset as you outgrow your previous position in the property world - 3 easy ways to increase your netw...2022-08-0819 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton048 What Numbers Really Matter (in a Property Business)Every business incurs expenses varying from paying electricity bills to settling mortgages, but the most important thing, after sorting out these expenses, is the income you make from that business. So today’s episode is all about making sure your income outweighs your expenses. I’ll be talking about the numbers that really matter in a property business and how to maintain your profits. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The important numbers to understand as a property investor - Why your income must outweigh your expenses when running a property busi...2022-08-0118 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton047 Why Does the Right Insurance Matter?My guest today is a very resourceful Land Acquisition Specialist, John Cox, who has been providing financial services for over 18 years to businesses and individuals. John is the founder of The Land Buying Company, a real estate company that specialises in repurposing underutilised lands to solve housing problems. He’s a co-host on Bucks Property Meet, a property networking avenue for individuals with a shared passion for property to help each other out. In today’s episode, we discuss why insurance is a necessity for property investors, the importance of taking risks, and how to find the right insurance brok...2022-07-2531 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton046 Why We Must Stop Comparing Ourselves to OthersWhen you spend too much of your time and energy on watching others and comparing their lives to yours, you’ll hardly find the time to work on yourself and your business. This is why today I’ll be talking about the importance of being yourself and stopping comparing yourself to others. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What comparison really is and why you must avoid it - The two different groups every investor may belong to in the property world  - How comparison can affect your business in th...2022-07-1816 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton045 Why We Need to Understand Finance for Property InvestingOnce you decide to deal in property, you need to prepare your mind for all the financial aspects of your business. But how can you account for the income and expenses you make on a regular basis if you’re still fearing math? In today’s episode, I’ll be discussing the concept of finance and why you must understand it if you want your property business to thrive. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Why you need to understand the finance aspect of property investing  - The right questions to ask you...2022-07-1119 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton044 Why We Need a Leadership Skill SetMy guest on today’s show is a fabulous coach, Nicole Andan. She’s a leadership trainer and Program Manager in the UK Defense Industry where she manages a program that helps improve leadership performance, builds confidence and improves staff efficiency. She’s also an artist at Nicole Barbara Arts where she expresses her creative side through atmospheric paintings. As entrepreneurs, it’s important to have the right leadership skills that help in organising and empowering your team members to attain their full potential while achieving a common goal. So in today’s episode, Nicole and I are discus...2022-07-0441 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton043 What Can a VA Do for a Property Person?Jane Scroggs is a Virtual Assistant with over 10 years experience of supporting founders and CEOs in the commercial and residential property industry. She’s the founder of Beam Virtual Property Support, a UK-based team that specialises in working with landlords to bring their property management in-house and improve their clients’ business efficiency. In today’s episode, we discuss the struggles every property investor faces as they try to manage every aspect of their business on their own. Jane highlights the relief of having a VA that provides business admin support for your property business. What You Wi...2022-06-2747 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton042 Why Change through Growth is Good for Business with Sarah Poynton-RyanSarah Poynton-Ryan is a business mentor, founder & CEO of The Property Sourcing Hub, a business that builds portfolios and invests in property projects for busy professionals who are interested in achieving higher returns on their savings. Sarah started out by dealing in rent-to-rent properties before she made the decision to try a different aspect of property, which then jump started her journey to success.  In this conversation, we discuss the importance of making a niche change in your business and how to make that change work perfectly for you. Sarah emphasises the benefits of working with your s...2022-06-2044 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton41 Mindset - Why is it Vital for Success?There are two different ways property investors react to challenges; fight or flee. When faced with challenges in your business, do you courageously push forward to eliminate the problem or do you shy away by giving up as soon as it appears? The decision you make will depend on the type of mindset you have while running your business. In today's episode, I'll be discussing mindsets and why having the right mindset is vital for you to succeed in the property world.  What You Will Learn In This Episode:- What difference ha...2022-06-1321 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton040 Sophie McSkimming - Flipping in EdinburghToday's guest on the show is a very successful and forward-thinking property developer, Sophie McSkimming. Sophie lives with her family in Edinburgh, Scotland, where she and her husband are property developers at Nichol Smith Investments, a company that assists private investors in achieving great return on their investments in property. Sophie has a degree in Pharmacy and has decided to pursue her passion for flipping properties in Edinburgh. In this episode, Sophie shares her experience dealing with properties in Edinburgh, the most expensive city in Scotland.  What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Sophie's v...2022-06-0635 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton039 Interest Rates - Why Do They Matter?When in need of money to grow your business and invest in properties, you may decide to take on a mortgage with its interest rates. But what happens after you pay off your mortgage? What is left of your income at the end of the day? In today's episode, I'll be talking about debts, interest rates and how most property investors feel about incurring them. I'll also stress the importance of having a steady income strategy so all your hard work pays off at the end. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - How...2022-05-3026 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton038 Why Manage Email Lists?Your property business can do a lot better when you include an email address as a means for your potential clients to reach you. It gives your business the professional vibe that gets your soon-to-be associates to trust your credibility. In today's episode, I'll be sharing with you the reasons why you need to manage your email lists correctly and the different ways you can use emails in your marketing strategy. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The importance of having a professional email list - How to maximise your marketing...2022-05-2322 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton037 How and Why Should I Do Investor Days?My number one tip for buying, refurbishing and flipping properties is having access to funds. You need to grow your fundings if you want to keep making property profits and to do this, you must hold investor days. However, investors will show no interest in your business if you don’t create an environment that welcomes their investment. In today's episode, I'll be talking about what you need to do to get investors interested in your business. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What investor days are about in the property world ...2022-05-1625 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton036 How to be Successful in Serviced Accommodation with James ScottI'm delighted to have on the show a very talented property developer, James Scott. James is Director at the High Stone Property Ltd that specialises in Buy-to-Let and Serviced Accommodations. He's also a co-owner of EMJA Group Ltd, where they do residential and commercial developments and work with investors to trade and achieve their goals. James left the UK Armed Forces to pursue his passion for property.  In this episode, we had a conversation about the satisfaction that James gets from doing property. He also shares his strategy for creating a successful business and the ideas he u...2022-05-0938 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton035 3 Tips to Enable you to Build a Big Portfolio on Your OwnThere are so many misconceptions about the property world that makes it quite difficult for people to start a property business. Among these misconceptions is the idea that you need a lot of money to deal in property. You'll realise in today's episode that you CAN learn to do property on your own terms and still succeed without being rich at first. I'll also share with you a few tips on how you can build a big portfolio right from the start of your business. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The benefits...2022-05-0222 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton034 How Susannah Cole Used Tech in The Good Property CompanyJoining me for the second time on this show is the very successful property investor, Susannah Cole. Susannah has adopted tech in various aspects of her company and she can testify to the huge impact it makes. In today's episode, we'll be talking about the freedom side of using tech and how to use tech as a money saving strategy for your property business. Susannah also shares her experience on how she learned to use tech in deal sourcing and the importance of having your fintech locked in place.  What You Will Learn In This Episode: - T...2022-04-2522 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton033 Is This a Good Time to Enter the Property Market?Every year, the property market is different from the last. If you keep waiting for the right time to pursue your passion for dealing in property, you may never start. So today's episode is all about the right reasons why now is a good time to enter the property market and start investing. I'll also share insightful tips on what to look out for when starting your property business. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - When is the right time to start dealing in property? - The most important management skill...2022-04-1821 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton032 Why Tech is Vital for a Property SolopreneurTechnology has created lots of opportunities for business owners. It might seem difficult to use at first but once you understand how it works, you'll see the huge difference it makes in your life. In today's episode, I'll be sharing with you why it’s essential for a property solopreneur to learn how to use tech. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - How tech has made a huge difference since it was adopted - Why you should get into the habit of storing backups of every important document - Th...2022-04-1122 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton031 4 Reasons Women Should Do PropertyThe property world is inclusive of women striving to maintain a profitable business while taking care of their family. It gives you the freedom to invest in as many properties as you want, without interfering in the quality time you'd love to spend with your kids. In today's episode, you'll understand the reasons why women should do property. I'll also share my experience dealing in property as a woman and the driving forces that got me into the property business in the first place. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - 4 reasons why property...2022-04-0416 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton030 How to Property Source in a Seller's MarketThe key to becoming a successful property solopreneur lies in your ability to find the right property. But for you to find that property without making grave mistakes along the way, you need to have a clear strategy and a solid idea of what you expect to get. Join me in today's episode as I share some of the things to consider when property sourcing in a seller's market.   What You Will Learn In This Episode: - How to become every estate agent's first choice of a property investor - What the property my...2022-03-2818 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton029 The Number One Skill Needed to be Successful in PropertyThe property world is filled with opportunities for potential investors to be successful and at the top of the property game. The problem most of them have is the limiting belief that they need a lot of money to start dealing in property. In today's episode, you will understand how untrue this belief is. I'll share with you the number one skill you'll need to create long-term wealth.    What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The key skill to becoming a successful property investor - The most common money camps an investor can...2022-03-2116 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton028 Financial Freedom through Single Lets with Vicki WuscheJoining me today is a very successful property solopreneur, Vicki Wusche. Vicki is a straight speaking, brutally honest Property Mentor and investor, and one of the most influential people in property. She is an inspiring speaker and author of five books, and in recent years she has helped clients invest over 6 million pounds and is responsible for a client portfolio of £12.5m. As the breadwinner with children who was made redundant, she found property, realised its potential and the rest is history! In today’s episode, we emphasise the financial freedom you stand to gain from single let...2022-03-1430 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton027 Single Lets - The Bedrock of Wealth for a Property SolopreneurThe one thing most property investors don't understand about single lets is its ability to offer you lots of income without having to devote all your attention to it. In today's episode, I'll be debunking various myths that investors normally have about single lets. I'll also help you understand the best ways to deal with single lets so you can tap into that bedrock of wealth as a property solopreneur.  What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What a single let is all about  - The advantages & disadvantages of investing in single le...2022-03-0717 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton026 How Saying No Can Make Your Business More ProfitableAs a solopreneur, you have the opportunity of solely making decisions to be in property business in whatever way brings joy and fulfillment to you. This is why you need to learn to say no to offers that bring the exact opposite of what you want for your property business. Today, I'll be sharing with you the importance of creating boundaries for your business, and how saying no can save you from a lot of stress and debt. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Why you need to stand your ground by saying...2022-02-2812 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton025 How to be Your Best on Zoom CallsWe're in an era of using technology to connect with people all over the world without having to book several flights just to have a physical meeting. In today's episode, I'll be talking about the advantage that solopreneurs have when they use an online platform like Zoom. I'll also share with you a few tips on how to present yourself in the best way possible on Zoom calls. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Why you need to match your online personality with your offline appearance - The benefits of online...2022-02-2120 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton024 Free Advice Can Ruin Your WealthIt's impossible to know everything about a property business from the start, that's why you need to ask lots of questions along the way. In today's episode, I'll be sharing some of the consequences that seeking out free advice can have on your reputation and your business in the long run. I'll also talk about the right way to ask questions and keep your reputation intact.  What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The different ways that free advice can become an expensive decision - How free advice can damage your reputation i...2022-02-1415 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton023 Perfection, the Enemy of SuccessNowadays, people strive to attain perfection in whatever they're doing, forgetting to enjoy themselves while at it. In today's episode, you'll understand that you don't need to be 100% perfect before you can deal in property. I'll also talk about the different ways that striving for perfection can rob you of your success as a property solopreneur. What You Will Learn In This Episode:   - The dangers of perfectionism and why you should forget about it - How to unlearn the need to achieve perfection in everything  - My experience dealing with im...2022-02-0719 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton022 Why Niche Networking will increase your knowledge and wealthJoining me today is a wonderful property solopreneur and planning specialist, Chris Jones. Chris deals with commercial and residential properties where she offers her services by developing beautiful homes for her clients. She’s the founder of The Marlow SSAS Property Meet where she hosts meetings that provide extra information to aspiring property owners on their journey. In today's episode, we discuss the importance of attending property meetings and the benefits of niche networking for property owners. We also discuss the flexibility of SSAS and how it can be used to grow your pension so you get to...2022-01-3124 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton021 HMOs - Still a Good Idea?If you decide to put aside the rules, regulations and occasional crises that occur in the property industry, you’ll see how important HMOs really are in our society. In today's episode, you'll understand how you can make a nice amount of cash-flow despite all the utility bills. I'll also talk about the different ways you can gain from buying HMOs and what you risk losing while at it. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The benefits of HMOs for landlords and tenants - How HMOs can impact your long-term portfolio...2022-01-2415 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton020 Rent - A Landlord's Reocurring IncomeWhen you understand the concept of rent on each property you own, you’ll discover the overlooked power it has to generate a recurring income for you. Today’s episode is about the clever ways to tweak your rent, so you can get a successful long-term portfolio while gaining massive profits along the way.I'll also be sharing the possible reasons why you can't increase your rent at a particular time and how to fix it. What You Will Learn In This Episode:   - How landlords can turn their rents into a recurring source of incom...2022-01-1719 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton019 Photos - The Property Solopreneur's Best FriendsAs a property solopreneur, taking lots of pictures helps you reflect on how far you've come and what areas you need to work on to provide your clients with the utmost satisfaction they desire from your property. Join me in today's episode as I share with you some of the best ways to leverage the power of photography in property and how to categorise your photos properly instead of jumbling them all together. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - How a photo can make your storytelling different and intriguing  - Why y...2022-01-1022 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton018 Why Not Try a New Year's Resolution?Making a New Year's resolution is not as difficult as you might have thought. It’s that simple decision you make to consciously channel your energy into doing something different in your life. In today's episode, I'm going to share with you the essence of having a New Year's resolution as a solopreneur. I'll also share examples of resolutions you can make to thrive in the property space.   What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What New Year resolutions are really all about - How to make a financial resolution to run a sm...2022-01-0313 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton017 You're Never too Young to Start in Property with Arthur DallimerIn today's episode, I'm excited to introduce to you a young and fabulous property solopreneur, Arthur Dallimer. Arthur is a passionate property owner and developer, a graduate with a degree in Accounting and Finance, and Managing Director at William Arthur Property. He started out at the age of 19 running a successful buy-to-sell strategy and is currently running his Property Investment Firm based in Swindon and Bristol. He loves architecture and the idea of improving property to make it occupiable for others. Join us for this interesting conversation about Arthur's first steps as a property owner. He started...2021-12-2723 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton016 How Not to Lose Momentum During a Holiday PeriodAs the holiday period approaches, you would want to take a break and relax your mind. When you take some time off to rest, you might feel confused and out of rhythm with the progress in your business. So today's episode will teach you how to make sure you don't lose momentum as you relax during the holidays. It will help you figure out what you need to do to stay efficient and in sync with your progress. What You Will Learn In This Episode:   - How to effectively manage time and resources during holidays2021-12-2013 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton015 Excuses - Why I Can't Do Property!As a solopreneur, you need the right amount of motivation to pursue your dreams till the very end. As appealing as the idea of doing property might be, some people still lack the enthusiasm to start the business. They often turn their insecurities into excuses as to why they can't do property. Today, I'm going to share with you some of these excuses, why they shouldn't become a reason not to do property and how to overcome them.  What You Will Learn In This Episode:   - 5 most common excuses that stop you from going into pro...2021-12-1318 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton014 How to Get the Best Out of a Niche CourseAs a solopreneur seeking to upgrade your skills, taking a niche course for your career is a good idea. Unlike other courses, a niche course serves as a small agenda that provides a deeper understanding that is required for your work to stand out among the others. In today’s episode, I'm sharing some useful tips on how to get the best out of the right niche course for you.  What You Will Learn In This Episode: -The benefits of taking a niche course for your career - What to look out for whe...2021-12-0618 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton013- Take the Stress out of Repairs with a Jam JarToday's episode is inspired by a recent conversation I had with another property solopreneur, who made me realise the troubles that landlords around the world could face when it comes to repairs. I'd like to shed light on different ways that having a separate account, which I like to call my repair jam jar, can save you a lot of stress and lower your day-to-day expenses. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - The importance of having a repair jam jar as a landlord - What the white noise of rental refreshing...2021-11-2915 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton012 Reaching Financial Freedom Through Property with Susannah ColeI'm delighted to bring my first guest to the show, Susannah Cole. She is a property investor, property YouTuber with over 1 million views on the platform, and Head Honcho of The Good Property Company. One of the many things that makes Susannah so unique is that she knew right from the start what she wanted in property, she wrote a plan and delivered it.  We had a fantastic conversation about Susannah's journey of getting financial liberation through property, the hard work it required, and the amazing rewards she got from it. Susannah kindly shared the details of h...2021-11-2225 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton011 Cookie Cutter or Something NewThis week, we will talk about a phrase we all know, but actually don't think much about it: cookie cutter or something new? There are all kinds of opportunities in property, and we are free to choose any of them. However, if we decide to get out of the comfort our cookie cutters provide, we must consider the risks. If we fail, we will hurt ourselves and our business.  What You Will Learn In This Episode: - What are the two types of property people - The five areas of property cookie cutters, a...2021-11-1522 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton010 Networking - Fun or Torture?In this episode, we talk about something that needs to be done, whether we love or hate it: networking. Not online networking, but shaking hands and meeting people in real life. There are many reasons why networking is vital for our business. Today, we will cover all those reasons, and we will also learn where to find networking opportunities, how to be prepared appropriately for meeting people, and networking's golden rules. What You Will Learn In This Episode: - Why we need networking and how it can help our business - What can...2021-11-0823 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton009 Keep Your Job or Just Do PropertyThis week, we will differentiate between a full-time and part-time property solopreneur. The common assumption is that newbies should quit their job and jump head-first into the property space. However, it's never that straightforward. Sometimes it makes more sense to go in part-time and learn the ropes while using your full-time job as a cushion. Other times lucrative opportunities come knocking, and the only way to take full advantage of them is to go all-in.  What You'll Learn: - The difference between a full-time and a part-time property solopreneur  - How to find yo...2021-11-0115 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton008 The Top 5 Mistakes Property Solopreneurs MakeIn this episode, we will go through the top five mistakes new property solopreneurs make. It's no secret, you can build incredible wealth by investing in property. However, this is only possible if you're sharp, patient, do your research well, and have the right picks. Unfortunately, due to some avoidable mistakes and greed for instant cash, most newbies never make it to the top.  What You'll Learn: - How to manage your property anxiety - Why you need to have a well-defined plan - How to get into property meetings and a...2021-10-2817 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton007 How to Find Your Tribe in PropertyIn this episode, we are talking about finding "your people" and building a tribe in the property world. Property is just like real life: you need friends, family, and relationships to support you while you are following your dreams. With that, you then need to build that special trust that eventually makes people consider you as their "go-to" person. And when that trust cements itself, you will have a tribe of people who resonate so strongly with you that they won't hesitate to invest in you.  What You'll Learn: - How to find, build, and s...2021-10-2520 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton006 Portfolio Building - the Building Blocks of WealthToday we talk about building a property portfolio from scratch. Even the most successful property solopreneurs start somewhere, but the reality is, you need something to start with. That something traditionally has been either equity, cash, or both. The good news is that building a property portfolio is pretty straightforward stuff when you commit to implementing the right strategies and put in the work. What You'll Learn: - How to build a property portfolio from scratch - Where to find the right property to invest in - How to build a...2021-10-2217 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton005 Time, the Solopreneur’s Most Vital AssetIn today's episode, I will explain what time really means to a property solopreneur. Unfortunately, most property solopreneurs become landlords instead of outsourcing minor tasks that other, more competent people could do. While it might make sense to do everything on your own, it's not sustainable. Plus, you will never be able to make serious money if you don't optimise your time. What You'll Learn: - The importance of time management and time optimisation - How to delegate tasks to the right people - The time elements of property management 2021-10-2119 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton004 Be Yourself in the Property WorldToday we will talk about being yourself and staying true to your values in the property world. The term "be yourself" is often overused and is somewhat a cliche in the business space. But what does it truly mean? It means not pretending to be somebody else. It means not offering or promising to do more than you can. And it also means not pretending to be more or less of an expert than you truly are.  What You'll Learn: - How to show up as your authentic self - The benefits of k...2021-10-2019 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton003 Solopreneur or Empire BuilderIf you enjoy working independently, and the idea of handling employees makes you cringe, you might be part of an increasing number of professionals who choose to start a business with no intention of ever adding a team. In this episode, we will differentiate between a solopreneur and an empire builder and explain the pros and cons of pursuing either of the two.    What You'll Learn: - The difference between a solopreneur and an empire builder - Why solopreneurs are not preoccupied with a driving need to grow - How to sta...2021-10-1915 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton002 How to Kick-Start Your Property BusinessIn this episode, we talk about how to kick-start your property business. There are two reasons for kick-starting your property business. The first one is you've never actually got started. The second one is you're in the property world, but you just slowed down and need something to spark you back into action.  What You'll learn: - How to function properly as a business - How to take care of logistics and processes - How to register your company and set up a business bank account - The benefits o...2021-10-1417 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton001 What is a Property Solopreneur?In this episode, we answer the question - what is a property solopreneur? Traditionally, entrepreneurship is one of the few ways people make serious money. Unfortunately, few people take advantage of the property market, and even fewer ever think about solopreneurship.  Still, being a property solopreneur is not for the faint of heart. The road to success is filled with numerous challenges and pitfalls. But with an understanding of the property solopreneurship strategies, implementation, and assessment I discuss in this podcast, all will be well. What You'll Learn: - The definition of a p...2021-10-1416 minProperty Solopreneur with Rachael TroughtonProperty Solopreneur with Rachael Troughton000 Welcome to the Property Solopreneur Podcast!We all know who an entrepreneur is, however, few people know the meaning of the term solopreneur. The term is a combination of the words “solo” meaning alone, and entrepreneur. Therefore, a solopreneur is someone who operates a business that is uniquely designed to run without any permanent employees.  I'm Rachel Troughton, and I'm a prime example of a property solopreneur. Although I work in property, I don't do big teams. I don't want to run the world. I just want to build my business and do it my way.  This podcast will help you to get...2021-10-1414 min