Property Developer Show - The Podcast

Raising £1,000,000 in Private Investor Funds at Just 22! | Episode 21: Aston Haslam

Scott Williams

Welcome to Episode 21 of our podcast! This week, we’re joined by Aston Haslam, a remarkable property investor who has achieved a £6.5 million portfolio by 25. Alongside this is now a co-founder of a property mentorship and education platform, Aston shares his journey, insights, and advice for aspiring property developers.

In this episode, discover how Aston started his career as a young property investor, the dynamics of working with business partners, strategies to raise finance, and the challenges he’s faced along the way. Aston’s story is packed with valuable lessons for anyone interested in property investment or development.

In this episode:
- How Aston raised finance from private investors
- The importance of networking in high-level circles (and where to find them)
- The critical role of business partners
- How Aston and his team scaled their property business quickly
- Lessons learned from taking on responsibility, building a solid team, and why outsourcing is key to scaling

Whether you’re wondering how to become a property investor, curious about how to raise finance for property investment, or simply looking for inspiration, this episode is a must-listen!

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:25 Meet Aston Haslam: Young Investor's Journey
02:05 Starting the Property Journey with Business Partners
02:47 The Importance of Investors in Property Deals
04:05 Challenges and Lessons in Property Investment
08:28 Scaling the Business and Building a Team
17:12 Operational Efficiency and CRM Systems
19:43 Introducing AFPI Network: Education and Support
20:34 Exclusive Property Network Insights
21:53 Sponsor Spotlight: Property Finance Collective
22:37 Advice for Aspiring Property Investors
22:56 The Importance of Investors in Property
27:00 Managing Risk with Loans and JVs
30:40 The Dynamics of Business Partnerships
37:38 Future Goals and Property Strategies
43:20 Conclusion and Contact Information