Unlock Expat Property - The Podcast
Welcome to "Unlock Expat Property - The Podcast" the ultimate podcast for expats from all over the world with an interest in UK property investment.
Whether you're new to property investing or a seasoned property investor this podcast series will help you to unlock your expat property potential.
Your host, Jonathan Smith, will be sharing first-hand knowledge and experience from his own UK buy to let property investing journey to help you kick start yours. Jonathan has been an Expat in Saudi Arabia for over 12 years and has been investing in UK property for the past 3 years, and is closing in on a £1 million property portfolio value by the end of 2024.
Investing in property as an expat is often perceived to be very difficult and just not worth the effort but it's much easier than many people realise.
Jonathan will help to debunk the many myths associated with investing in property from overseas and share invaluable tips and insights, highlighting the huge potential to generate passive income and long-term wealth.
Follow his journey to achieving financial freedom and long-term generational wealth through property investment.
So make sure you hit subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode and unlock your expat property journey TODAY!
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Episodes
49 episodes
Unlock how to handle down valuations
In this week's episode Jonathan walks you through everything you need to know about down valuations. He'll explore what they actually are and how they work and explain the most common reasons they happen, especially in today’s lendi...
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Episode 49
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Unlock escaping The Expat Trap
In this week's episode, Jonathan discussed the expat trap. Nearly three quarters of expats who return home from their time abroad have little or nothing to show for their time away. Jonathan explains what the expat trap is, how it h...
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Episode 48
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Unlock why inflation is a property investor's best friend
Think inflation is the enemy? Think again.In this week's episode of Unlock Expat Property – The Podcast, we flip the narrative on inflation and reveal how smart UK property investors are using it to build wealth effortlessly. Fr...
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Episode 47
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Unlock property investing top tips
In this week's episode, Jonathan shares his top ten property investing tips for new and seasoned property investors. Jonathan handpicked these tips based on his own journey and experiences working with investors all over the world —...
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Episode 46
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17:40
Unlock investing in property in Cyprus with Johannes Schenk of Emme Homes and Coastalbliss
In this week's episode, Jonathan is joined by Johannes Schenk of Emme Homes and Coastalbliss to discuss how to invest in property in Cyprus. We usually focus on investing in property in the UK on the podcast, however, after a chance...
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Episode 45
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48:49
Unlock property profits without buying any actual property
In this week's episode, Jonathan discusses how you can make money from property – without investing in property.No, it's not a typo, you read that correctly. You don’t need to buy a house, you don’t need to manage a renovation, and you d...
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Episode 44
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15:13
Unlock how my mindset change helped me grow a UK property portfolio from Saudi Arabia
In this week's episode Jonathan is on the other side of the microphone when he appeared on Steve Cowgill's Expat Property Podcast. Jonathan shares how a mindset shift helped him to kickstart his own UK property portfolio while worki...
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Episode 43
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42:40
Stop chasing rates! Unlock mortgage strategies with Rob Peters of Simple Fast Mortgage
In this week's episode, Jonathan is joined by Rob Peters of Simple Fast Mortgage. Rob is an expert specialist mortgage advisor with a background in financial advice and wealth management. As a result, Rob and Simple Fast Mortgage of...
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Episode 42
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Unlock UK property tax with Arjun Kumar from Taxd
In this week's episode of Unlock Expat Property - The Podcast, Jonathan is joined by Arjun Kumar of Taxd. Arjun and his company provide a seamless, user-friendly experience for filing your self-assessment and limited company tax returns without...
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Episode 41
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45:08
Unlock your best buy: should you invest in houses or apartments?
In this week's episode Jonathan explores the biggest decision every property investor must make - should you invest in houses or apartments? Whether you're just getting started or expanding your portfolio from abroad, the choice bet...
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Episode 40
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11:11
Unlock your expat property potential by taking action
In this week's episode, Jonathan will dive into how taking action can unlock your expat property potential. Are you exploring the world of property but haven't taken that first step? Perhaps you want to ensure you have full knowledg...
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Episode 39
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12:49
Unlock the top 10 benefits of UK property investing
In this episode of Unlock Expat Property - The Podcast, we explore the top 10 benefits that make UK property one of the most powerful wealth-building tools - especially for expats looking to generate passive income and long-term security. ...
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Episode 38
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20:23
Unlock the benefits of new build property investing with Sam Crabtree
In this week's episode Jonathan is joined by Sam Crabtree of API Global. Sam is an expat himself, having lived in Dubai for the last 3 years and previously in Sydney, Australia. During this week's show, Sam talks about the vast bene...
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Episode 37
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35:04
Unlock expat mortgage success: everything you need to know when applying for a mortgage
Getting a mortgage as an expat doesn't have to be complicated - if you know the steps. In this week's episode, Jonathan breaks down the full expat mortgage journey: from utilizing the expertise of brokers, securing your decision in ...
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Episode 36
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15:40
Unlock the 10 myths of new build investing
Are new builds really over-priced? Do you need to put in large deposits? Are they more risky than investing in existing property stock? In this week's episode, Jonathan pulls back the curtain on 10 of the most common myths surroundi...
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Episode 35
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19:37
Unlock Trump's Tariffs: What they mean for UK property investors
In this week's episode Jonathan shares his insights on the sudden and serious turbulence in the global stock markets. Why have markets tumbled? US President Donald Trump.With Trump announcing the implementation of his sweepin...
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Episode 34
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11:46
Unlock investing in HMOs from overseas - the launch of our first project
In this week’s episode, Jonathan pulls back the curtain on the launch of his very first HMO investment—an exciting milestone in his property journey. He takes you through the entire process from the very beginning, starting with how...
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Episode 33
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11:24
Unlock property investing jargon mini-series part 3
In the final episode of our jargon-busting mini-series, I'll be rounding off my jargon busting mini-series. If you’ve ever found yourself confused by terms like AST, EPC, or Section 21, you’re not alone. Property managem...
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Episode 32
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17:19
Unlock Property Investing Jargon Mini-Series Part 2
In the second part of this mini-series, Jonathan unlocks key jargon and terminology associated with the financial aspects of purchasing UK property. If you find yourself at a loss when hearing terms such as rental yield, equity and ...
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Episode 31
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17:56
Unlock Property Investing Jargon Mini-Series Part 1
In this mini-series, I will unlock some of the key jargon terminology you will encounter when exploring investing in UK property. Unfortunately, the world of property investing is packed with, frankly, unnecessary jargon or technica...
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Episode 30
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11:43
Unlock the power of your network to accelerate your property journey with Steve Cowgill of Expat Property People
From Manchester to Oman to creating the ecosystem that is Expat Property People - Jonathan is joined in this week's episode by Steve Cowgill, an inspiration in the world of expat property investing. Steve is a seasoned expat investo...
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Episode 29
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50:40
Unlock building a socially responsible property portfolio from Bahrain with Rachel Wellbelove
In this week's episode Jonathan is joined by Rachel Wellbelove, an expat property portfolio investor based in Bahrain. Rachel shares her journey from owning her own logistics business in the UK to taking the plunge to relocate to Ba...
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Episode 28
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48:51
Unlock why every expat should be investing in UK property
In this week's episode, Jonathan shares insights as to why every expat should be investing in UK property. From the benefits of investing in UK property compared to stocks and shares to generating passive income, Jonathan will share...
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Episode 27
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11:27
Unlock the power of using lettings or management agents
In this week's episode Jonathan will share insights on how you can unlock the power of using lettings or management agents to streamline your portfolio responsibilities and take advantage of outsourcing tasks and actions which can sap your valu...
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Episode 26
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14:18
Unlock the key steps to purchasing your first investment property
In this week's episode, Jonathan takes you through the step-by-step process of purchasing your first investment property. From choosing the right location and property type to analysing deals and financing your purchase.
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Episode 25
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