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Property Investors Paul Samuda & Amanda Woodward share with you their knowledge, skill & experience on the subject of UK property investing. This podcast is for anyone with a keen interest in UK property and more specifically those interested in the geographical locations of Stoke on Trent, Newcastle under Lyme & Crewe.
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Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
Ep. 21 - Understanding HMO Interiors with MAR Design
Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
In Episode 21, Paul Samuda interviews the wonderful Raquel Aparicio; architect, designer and founder at MAR Design.
In this episode Raquel, a qualified architect with a natural talent for interior design, talks about creating spaces that are not only eye-catching but also functional. Her background of working many years in hospitality projects where Raquel designed 5-star hotels, restaurants, spas, and high-end residential has given her the experience and expertise of making spaces work and feel better, and by having a commercially driven mindset
Raquel knows how to maximize property ROI, elevate its performance, and increase investors wealth using design as a platform. Her mission is to create stylish spaces that people love to call ‘their space’. This ensures a high return on investment, reduced voids, high occupancy rates, long-term tenancies, and an increase of property value for her clients, discerning property developers and investors across the country.
A fantastic listen for investors considering interior design on their next HMO project.
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MAR Design
Website: https://www.mar-design.co.uk
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Friday Feb 04, 2022
Ep. 20 - Social & Supported Housing in Stoke with Sam White
Friday Feb 04, 2022
Friday Feb 04, 2022
In Episode 20, Amanda Woodward interviews property investor Sam White of Move 2 Grow Ltd
Sam shares her passion for social impact investing and how she has developed a portfolio in Stoke on Trent around this strategy. Focusing on the rehabilitation process when leaving the criminal justice system, Sam works alongside a local charity to provide accommodation to those in need of supported housing.
An eye opening episode with a different view from traditional property investment. Download the episode today!
Sam White - Move 2 Grow Ltd
IG - https://www.instagram.com/move2growproperties/
FB - https://www.facebook.com/sam.parker.1656
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Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
Ep.19 - Landlord Discounts - LNPG Founder Nick Watchorn
Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
In Episode 19, Amanda Woodward interviews LNPG Founder and Managing Director Nick Watchorn.
Nick shares his 'accidental' idea to set up Landlords National Purchasing Group (LNPG), and how it has grown over the last 10+ years to become a vital resource for Landlords across the UK.
LNPG negotiates contract pricing on behalf of it's 6000+ members so you can provide quality products at incredibly low prices for your tenants in your rental properties. PLUS... Nick offers our listeners a 10% discount on their first year membership using a unique password revealed at the end of this episode.
A great listen for landlords investing across the UK. Don't miss out and download the episode today!
LNPG
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Thursday Jan 06, 2022
Ep. 18 - Kick Off 2022 & Plan For Success
Thursday Jan 06, 2022
Thursday Jan 06, 2022
In Episode 18, Paul Samuda & Amanda Woodward start 2022 with a discussion around business planning and setting yourself up for a successful year ahead.
A quick and exciting episode covering the fundamental elements of a property business plan. Reflecting on the previous year, setting goals for the year ahead, SWOT Analysis, Stop Start Continue, financials, sales & marketing, operations & technology, people and much more...
A great way to start the year for both new and experienced property investors alike.
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N.B - Amanda said 2020 instead of 2022 when she started. She knows! We promise she does know what year it is :)
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Available via DM every Thursday on Instagram
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Saturday Jan 01, 2022
Ep. 17 - Interior Design For Service Accommodation with Jessica Olsson-Zabel
Saturday Jan 01, 2022
Saturday Jan 01, 2022
In Episode 17, Paul Samuda interviews the wonderful Jessica Olsson-Zabel, Interior Designer and founder at Urban Rook.
In this episode, Jessica shares her passion for interior design and the need for investors to consider this within the service accommodation sector. Jessica also details how her design increases nightly rates, increases profitability and talks through her latest project.
A fantastic listen for investors considering service accommodation and working with an interior designer on their next project.
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Jessica Olsson-Zabel
FB: https://www.facebook.com/jessica.olssonzabel
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Saturday Jan 01, 2022
Ep. 16 - Commercial Conversions in Crewe with Salik & Karishma
Saturday Jan 01, 2022
Saturday Jan 01, 2022
In Episode 16, Amanda Woodward interviews property developers Salik Rashid & Karishma Davdra .
In this ‘Property Developer Special’, Salik & Karishma share their commercial to residential strategy along with the success and challenges along the way.
We cover the team needed execute the strategy, tips to consider when creating flats from commercial property and how having a focus approached along with a strong network delivers results.
A fantastic listen for investors considering Stoke on Trent, Newcastle Under Lyme & Crewe for commercial to residential development.
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Salik Rashid & Karishma Davdra
IG: https://www.instahttps://www.instagram.com/salikrashidproperty/
IG: https://www.inhttps://www.instagram.com/karishmadavdra_property/
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Thursday Nov 04, 2021
Ep. 15 - £56m Level Up For Stoke on Trent
Thursday Nov 04, 2021
Thursday Nov 04, 2021
In Episode 15, Paul Samuda & Amanda Woodward talk about the current property market in Stoke on Trent and the government investment of £56 Million to 'Level Up' the city putting Stoke back on the map.
They talk through the strong local demand for HMO & Serviced Accommodation and why Stoke is still a fantastic area for property investment.
A great listen for those with a keen interest in the Stoke, Newcastle under Lyme & Crewe property market.

Monday Nov 01, 2021
Ep. 14 - An International Investor Special with Singapore Based Daniel Sim
Monday Nov 01, 2021
Monday Nov 01, 2021
In Episode 14, Amanda Woodward interviews Singapore based Property Investor Daniel Sim.
In this episode we talk through the journey of why Daniel made a decision to invest 6,000 miles from Singapore and build a property portfolio in Crewe.
Daniel talks about the mindset of an international investor, the challenges he has faced along the way and how he now helps investors based in the Far East to invest in Stoke on Trent, Newcastle & Crewe.
A fantastic listen for international investors considering Stoke on Trent, Newcastle Under Lyme & Crewe as their next investment area.
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Daniel Sim
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dansim.x/
Blog: https://www.bornpoordierich.com/blog
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maildanielsim
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Friday Oct 08, 2021
EP.13 - The Winners & Losers in Stoke, Newcastle & Crewe
Friday Oct 08, 2021
Friday Oct 08, 2021
In Episode 13, Amanda Woodward & Paul Samuda talk about the summer of 2021 and the Winners & Losers in the property business.
In this episode we take a deep dive for the first time into the individual postcodes within Stoke, Newcastle & Crewe and tell you exactly where we are investing now and will invest going forward.
Paul Samuda also talks about the economic backdrop of the country and the flashback to the 1970s with inflation, taxes and supply chain concerns and what this means for UK property investors.
A fantastic listen for those who want a detailed understanding of where to invest in Stoke on Trent, Newcastle Under Lyme & Crewe.
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Thursday Sep 02, 2021
Ep. 12 - Property Relocation with Kim Firmin
Thursday Sep 02, 2021
Thursday Sep 02, 2021
In Episode 12, Amanda Woodward interviews Kim Firmin, a successful property investor based in Cheshire.
In this episode we explore Kim's decision to relocate from the South of England to the North West, following her passion to build a property business with her husband Keith. Kim shares the benefits of living 'on patch' and how finding new properties to buy has become much easier using her unique approach.
A great listen for those property investors investing remotely and considering a move closer to your investment area. Download the episode today!
Contact
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https://www.facebook.com/kim.appleby.14
https://www.instagram.com/kim.firmin.property/
https://www.monumentpark.co.uk/
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