Expat Property Portfolio
The Expat Property Podcast is a show for globally-minded expats who want to share stories, ideas, and strategies for building a life and wealth while living abroad.
Hosted by UK property investor Callum Williamson, each episode features candid conversations with fellow expats and industry experts from first-time buyers to seasoned investors. Whether it’s UK property, international real estate, or alternative investments, the focus is on practical insights and personal journeys.
But this podcast is about more than just money. We dive into the real experiences of life overseas: the culture shocks, tough decisions, unexpected wins, and the challenges of starting fresh in a new country. You’ll hear honest stories of transition, resilience, and the realities of expat life.
Whether you're actively investing or just curious to hear from others navigating life abroad, this podcast offers connection, perspective, and a sense of community from people who’ve been there.
From navigating overseas mortgages and tax rules to understanding market trends and building long-term security, it’s not just about property, it’s about creating a lifestyle and legacy on your own terms.
Subscribe now to join the conversation and hear what it really takes to thrive as an expat financially, personally, and everywhere in between.
Episodes
308 episodes
Should expats buy UK property now or wait until they return?
Buying a UK property while living abroad? I break down the real cost differences between buying as an expat versus a UK resident, deposits, stamp duty, and mortgage rates, and show why waiting could save you over £36,000 and unlock ...
Bank of England rate hold & what it means for investors
Bank of England rate hold & what it means for investorsThe headlines are screaming doom, but is the negativity warranted? In this episode, I break down the Bank of England's decision to hold the base rate at 3.75%, what i...
Dubai property CRASHING? UK vs Dubai, which wins in 2026?
Dubai asking prices have been slashed by up to 27%, real house prices are down 5.9%, and transactions have fallen off a cliff. So is this the start of a Dubai property crash, or a once in a cycle buying opportunity? In this episode I compare th...
Renters Reform Act & Making Tax Digital - what does it mean for you?
Renters Reform Act & Making Tax Digital - what does it mean for you?Interest rates, the Renters Reform Act, and Making Tax Digital are all shifting at once, but what does it actually mean for your property portfolio?In this ep...
The property trap expats fall into (and how to avoid It)
Should you buy property based on numbers… or emotion?After 15+ years in property and over a decade as an expat, I’ve seen the same mistake time and time again: people trying to buy something that works as both a home and an inve...
Bank of England Holds Rates: Should Property Investors Pause?
The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75%, but rising inflation and global tensions around the Strait of Hormuz are changing the outlook.In this episode, we break down what this means for mortgage rates, buyer behaviour, and t...
Oil Prices, Inflation & UK Property: The Chain Reaction
Oil Prices, Inflation & UK Property: The Chain ReactionIn this episode, I explain how rising oil prices and conflict in the Middle East could impact inflation, interest rates, and the UK property market.I also look at 20 years...
The truth about expat mortgages
The truth about expat mortgagesMany expats believe they can’t get a UK mortgage, but that’s a myth. In this episode, I explain how expat mortgages actually work, why high street banks often say no, and how specialist brokers ...
Should you transfer personally owned property into a UK Ltd?
It takes 52 years to recover from this property tax mistake.In this episode, we break down a real case study of an investor with five properties considering moving them from personal ownership into a company structure. Once you factor in...
Why Limited Companies Are Taking Over UK Property
Why Limited Companies Are Taking Over UK Property66,500 new limited companies were set up in 2025 to hold UK property, up 8% on last year and nearly 340% higher than a decade ago.In this episode, I break down why more landlords ar...
Are We Entering a New UK Property Growth Phase?
Is the 18-year property cycle about to signal the start of the next UK boom?In this episode, I break down the 18-year cycle, where it comes from, how its four phases work, and whether it still maps onto real house price data.We co...
What Is The Best Property Strategy?
What Is The Best Property Strategy?This week, we break down the UK locations that saw the strongest house price growth in 2025, and why chasing “top growth” headlines can be a fast way to overcomplicate things (we’ve all been there)....
Why you shouldn’t care about interest rates.. (I don’t)
UK house prices have just recorded their strongest January on record, mortgage rates are falling, and 200,000 landlords have left the market, but none of that matters as much as most people think.In this episode of The E...
From Welsh Rugby to Expat: Sion Bennett’s Expat Journey
From Welsh Rugby to Expat- Sion Bennett’s Expat JourneyIn this episode of The Expat Property Portfolio, I sit down with Sion Bennett to explore a truly unique expat story. Sion went from captaining Wales U16s and playing alongside world-...
How to Buy Off-Plan Property Safely: Insights from Prosperity Wealth
We’ve turned one of our most valuable webinars into a podcast episode, filled with practical insights for expats considering off-plan UK property. I’m joined by Joe Billingham, CEO of Prosperity Developments. We discuss how to appr...
UK Autumn Budget: What It Means for Overseas Property Investors
Calum Williamson sits down with tax expert Arjun Kumar to break down the UK Autumn Budget and what it means for UK property investors.They cover:The freeze on tax thresholds (fiscal drag) and its effect on rental income<...
UK Property Tax Made Simple Company Structures Explained
In this episode of The Expat Property Portfolio, Callum Williamson is joined by Arj from Tax'd, a software and accounting firm that makes the tax side of property ownership simple. They dive into the practical side of using a UK limited company...
How Can UK Expat Families Save on University Costs?
📘 Grab our free Expat Playbook to see how other expats are building long-term income through UK property. 👉 https://www.calwilliamson.com/freeplaybookIn this episode of The Expat Property Portfolio, I chat with an Sam Goodwin from UK St...
What 25 Years in Property Taught Me!
What 25 Years in Property Taught Me!📕 Our 10 simple steps to build a UK property portfolio whilst living overseas – https://tinyurl.com/3t9p9rnbIn this episode of the Expert Property Portfolio Podcast, I’m joined by Michelle Gra...
Big Tax Changes Coming for Homeowners!
Big Tax Changes Coming for Homeowners!Is the pursuit of happiness getting lost in your property journey? 📕 Our 10 simple steps to build a UK property portfolio whilst living overseas – https://tinyurl.com/3t9p9rnbIn ...
The Secret Trick to Learning Property Faster!
The Secret Trick to Learning Property Faster!📕 Our 10 simple steps to build a UK property portfolio whilst living overseas – https://tinyurl.com/3t9p9rnbDiscover how 'buying yourself a beer' ties into property and speeds up your...
Starting Small, Thinking Big Julie’s Journey to Property Success
Starting Small, Thinking Big Julie’s Journey to Property Success📕 Our 10 simple steps to build a UK property portfolio whilst living overseas - https://tinyurl.com/3t9p9rnbIn this episode, I'm joined by Julie to explore her insp...
Would You Rather Have £10k Now… or £2.5k for Life?
Would You Rather Have £10k Now… or £2.5k for Life?📕 Own Property. Earn Monthly. Repeat! - https://tinyurl.com/3t9p9rnbWould you choose £10,000 per month for 10 years or £2,500 per month for life? In this episode, I look at how l...