Best Ian Walmsley Leading Homes / Planning Geek Podcasts (2024)

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#035: Article 4, Low-Cost Holidays and The Dangers of Hype! 28:10

1+ y ago28:10

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As usual, Ian had a lot of Questions land at his desk in the week. This week he answer's one that he's been asked frequently: What are you restricted to on an article 4? Ian touches on how you can travel with very little cost, you don't need to break the bank to have a quality holiday More ways to travel for less: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Tr…

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#034: Cruises, the Rough with the Smooth & Planning for 2 Adjoining Properties. 24:59

1+ y ago24:59

24:59

Ian's on a cruise, so during this episode we join him on board the Celebrity Reflection in Mexico. As well as being a "Planning Geek", Ian's a "Travel Geek", where he helps you travel for less, instead of breaking the bank every time you go away! He had many questions land at his desk as usual. This week, Tim asks if he's planning for 2 adjoining p…

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#033: The power of Vision Boards, After 8 weeks of planning & Travel Geek introductions! 31:36

1+ y ago31:36

31:36

Welcome back to Property on Fire—Happy New Year from Ian and the team. Ian's actually in Naples, Florida and this is a fitting episode for him to introduce another of his ventures: Travel Geek! If you like the idea of executive travel on a surprisingly low budget, you're going to love this segment of the show. To find out more about Travel Geek, pl…

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#032: A Look Back at 2022, Looking into 2023 and Should we Set Goals? 27:25

1+ y ago27:25

27:25

Welcome back to Property on Fire—We hope you've had a fantastic Christmas! Ian reflects back on 2022 and looks to next year - He has some big plans for the future! For Ian it's been a fantastic year of property investing, and he's excited for many more! Goals are crucial to pushing yourself forward, so Ian discusses some objectives - he doesn't par…

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#031: Planning Reform - Is it all Doom and Gloom? 25:39

1+ y ago25:39

25:39

Planning Reform news has popped up! Back benchers have been seeking to ban mandatory housing targets in England, as there aren't enough houses being built in the UK right now and Ian thinks there should be something done about it! This bill does a lot of good, but also could put you in a sticky position. He also gives some quick updates on Leading …

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#030: Flat Conversion Madness, Fog Lights and British Gas is Back! 28:40

2y ago28:40

28:40

Welcome to Property on Fire! Ian has updates on some of Leading Home's sites around the UK! - Ian's bought new land in the last couple of weeks and shares some details on those sites, he's also had to put a planning application in for another property... And so much more in this episode! Ian's Rant Returns - Today Ian discusses his hatred of fog li…

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#029: The Current HMO Council Taxing is ABSURD with Daryn Brewer 25:25

2y ago25:25

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Welcome to Property on Fire! You might think, why should I listen to an episode on HMOs (Houses of Multiple Occupancy)? I don't own one! But HMOs impact every part of the property market, listen in to hear some thoughts on why Ian thinks HMOs are crucial to property investors. Welcome Daryn Brewer on the show today! HMOs were recently being asked f…

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#028: Funding Issues, Good News for HMOs & What on Earth is a C3(b) Dwelling?? 26:23

2y ago26:23

26:23

Welcome to Property on Fire! Ian has updates on some of Leading Home's sites! A riverside Property in cornwall he's had to wait 2 YEARS to close a deal on is finally starting to become accessible to him and at another site in Devon there have been issues getting funding from the bank, so he's turned to investors! HMO owners rejoice! Some good news …

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#027: The Autumn Statement is in, Use Class apps and BIG Bat Houses! 27:11

2y ago27:11

27:11

Welcome to Property on Fire... The GRAND return! Ian's Rant is back once again - This week Ian's bugged by people taking use classes given out by apps as the indisputable fact and explains how they really SHOULD be used. As usual, Ian has some updates on some of his sites, including some news on a 20 apartment property in Cornwall that he's going t…

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#026 Airbnb/SA taxes, Amenity land & yet more BRITISH GAS GATE! 26:26

2+ y ago26:26

26:26

Welcome to Property on Fire, Episode 26.... It's a HOT ONE! On this show, you'll hear about Ian's updates to the Planning Geek website - He's always ensuring the info and legalisation is correct. One of the articles he refers to concerns pressures from the "Generation Rent" activist group for Airbnb and SA owners to be taxed. Check here for the ful…

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#025 Property Prejudice on International Women's Day - Toyin Ayandare 30:12

2+ y ago30:12

30:12

Welcome back to Property on Fire! On this episode, you'll hear a brief update on some of Ian's developments. In South Devon, many of the 22 flats are occupied. The next phase in the development includes turning bungalows into duplex apartments, so there are exciting times ahead. Toyin Ayandare is today's guest to celebrate International Women's Day…

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#024 Due diligence, Squatter's rights, Article 4 & more! 27:10

2+ y ago27:10

27:10

Welcome to Property on Fire, Episode 24. On this show, you'll hear about the collapse of JVIP, and the effect the £17million deficit will likely have on investors. Prompted by this news, and the insightful chat with Neil Briggs on the last episode, Ian reminds us of the importance of due diligence... Whether you're researching a potential JV partne…

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#023 Tips on how to raise FINANCE with Neil Briggs 30:28

2+ y ago30:28

30:28

Welcome back to Property on Fire! The British Gas Saga Continues! Ian was mailed 4 cheques for overpayment for 4 of his flats, which sounds wonderful, but each one was for less than a fiver! Listen to the next episode of Property On Fire to hear further developments. Ian introduces his first guest of the year - Neil Briggs. Neil has been working in…

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#022 Energy rises, Fences, Guest houses & more! 25:28

2+ y ago25:28

25:28

Welcome to Property on Fire - This is Episode 22. Thank you for the amazing feedback following our return earlier in the week. On this episode, you'll hear about the lifting of the UK energy cap. In just a few short weeks, prices are set to raise a massive 54% - Ian reminds us of the issues for those running HMO's and SA's, and how they'll be able …

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#021 Outriggers, CIL, Site Update & Ian's Rant 27:39

2+ y ago27:39

27:39

WELCOME BACK to Property on Fire. Ian's had an extended break, but due to popular demand, the show is back for good! On this episode, you'll get an update on the Leading Homes developments...and there's great news in South Devon; where the flats are selling like hotcakes! There are only 2 flats remaining from the 22 that were for sale. As you're pr…

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#020 Adding VALUE to a property in a busy market, Class O and a Class MA Loophole 27:11

3+ y ago27:11

27:11

A big “thank you” to YOU, for making Property on Fire one of the biggest podcasts in the world, after the success of last week's episode, which was all about the new Class MA – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/019-special-new-class-ma-class-e-to-residential-big/id1533958660?i=1000515414429 On this episode, you'll hear a Leading Homes update : …

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#019 SPECIAL: The new Class MA - Class E to Residential - BIG opportunities for YOUR investing - #Gamechanger 27:33

3+ y ago27:33

27:33

Welcome to Property on Fire! This is a SPECIAL on the new Class MA for 'Use Class E' to Residential which has just been announced. Ian has been through the details with a fine toothed comb, and you'll hear about his findings on this episode. There's potentially many opportunities for you to take your property business to the next level, so listen c…

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#018 Latest development updates with a new site and a planning approval, Prior Approvals & Granny Annexes, PLUS: Are you on Ian's Rant?! 38:07

3+ y ago38:07

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Welcome to Property on Fire, on this episode..... You'll hear a Leading Homes update, and learn from Ian's on the ground experiences. The South Devon development is creeping ever closer to sign off from building control (It's been a "bit of a battle", and taken longer than anticipated). There's more interest than ever by potential buyers, and new b…

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#017 SPECIAL: The UK BUDGET 2021 from a Property perspective 28:46

3+ y ago28:46

28:46

Welcome to the Property on Fire UK Budget 2021 special, from a property person's perspective... Ian offers a comprehensive look at, and analysis of Rishi Sunak's announcements from this afternoon's budget. As mainstream media takes a broad view of the details, on this show, you'll hear it all from the perspective of a property/land investor and dev…

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#016 SPECIAL: Exciting new opportunities for Class E and resi conversions - all the details on what might be happening and how to take advantage, PLUS: Estate Agents on Ian's Rant 33:40

3+ y ago33:40

33:40

Welcome to Property on Fire, on this episode..... Learn about the exciting opportunities that lie ahead for commercial to resi with the new GPDO. Learn what to look for and which types of buildings you should be looking for NOW! A few nuggets on how to look outside the box as well. You'll hear a Leading Homes update: As the 22-flat site in South De…

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#015 Air source heat pumps, New levies and Property sexism PLUS: Ian's A-Z of Property 33:46

3+ y ago33:46

33:46

Welcome to Property on Fire, on this episode..... You'll hear why Leading Homes have decided to install air source heat pumps into their new builds, at a cost of £7,000 extra per property. Ian will also explain the importance of contacting local residents and speaking to them about your development plans and timeframes, and how it can pay dividends…

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#014 5-minute Mentors in Ian's Rant, Dormers and Highways PLUS: Ian's A-Z of Property 25:12

3+ y ago25:12

25:12

Welcome to Property on Fire, on this episode..... You'll hear updates from Leading Home's two main development sites in Devon - yet more proof that Ian's walking the walk (as well as talking the talk). That ties in nicely with Ian's Rant: If you're a property "mentor" who's been in the business for five minutes, Ian's got his sights firmly set on Y…

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#013 Conversions on Conservation, Homing the Homeless with Kellyann Martin AND: AONB! 36:18

3+ y ago36:18

36:18

Welcome to Property on Fire, on this episode..... You'll meet Kellyann Martin, who used to be a teacher, and replaced her income and created a much better lifestyle for herself by investing in property. She offers her investors the chance to build their wealth whilst investing responsibly and creating good for people. She is passionate about provid…

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#012 Rent-to-Rent with Stephanie Taylor, HMO's, Serviced accommodation PLUS: A Class-M Question 35:54

3+ y ago35:54

35:54

Welcome to Property on Fire, on this episode..... You'll meet Steph Taylor, who's talking to Ian about her property business. She started less than five years ago, when her life required her to have more time flexibility than a standard employee job (in a bank) would allow. She chats about her Rent-to-Rent, HMO's and Serviced accommodation strategi…

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#011 Covid grants, Eviction ban extensions & the Lender's market update PLUS: Ian's Rant! 35:32

3+ y ago35:32

35:32

Welcome to Property on Fire, on this episode..... Ian runs through all the recent property and planning news. There's talk of Covid-19 grants for SA providers who aren't registered for business rates, there's also a great tip when searching for information from your local authority on this subject. Ian touches on future plans for Class E-to-residen…

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#010 Stamp duty changes, Sam Elliott-Smith & Adam lLawrence PLUS Ian's Rant is back! 29:36

3+ y ago29:36

29:36

Welcome to the first Property on Fire of 2021. On this episode, there's talk or changes to stamp duty, and the Land Transaction Tax in Wales. "Ian's Rant" is back - his crosshairs targeting "TV Property shows", and Ian reflects on last year with some fellow property professionals and investigates how their businesses dealt with the dreaded C-word o…

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#009 A look back at 2020 in the Property business with Saif Derzi and Julie Hogbin, PLUS: Ian's Rant! 37:09

3+ y ago37:09

37:09

Welcome to this end of the year edition of Property on Fire featuring, not one but TWO guests! You'll hear a quick chat with Saif Derzi, about his property businesses and a review of a year that's certainly been "challenging" for us all! Ian and Saif also look forward to the year ahead, and offer a golden piece of advice to other property investors…

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#008 CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: Bedsits, Development finance & Slopes! PLUS: Ian's Rant & Ian's A-Z of Property 24:45

3+ y ago24:45

24:45

Welcome to the Christmas edition of Property on Fire. On this episode, Ian discusses important dates for next year. If you want to sign the SDLT petition he talks about, you'll find it here: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/550545 Ian's Rant is back, and this time Ian has his crosshairs firmly set on EPCs and storage heaters. Ian's A-Z of P…

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#007 How to Rent guidance, converting shops & more on CIL. PLUS: Ian's A-Z of Property 20:30

4y ago20:30

20:30

The Government released a new version of their guidance on "How to Rent" (Dec 10th). Ian runs through this and discusses the changes and also touches on EPC certificates, and the importance of getting it RIGHT as a landlord. Here's the link to the document: https://bit.ly/HowToRent2020 Ian's A-Z of Property is back, and today is brought to you by t…

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#006 Extensions, converting Residential-to-HMO & the mortgage market update 30:19

4y ago30:19

30:19

On this episode, Ian discusses the consultation paper the government released last week about their plans for the GDPO for July 2021. The main changes will concern properties in use class-e being converted into residential premises. For further details, please check this link for the consultation paper: https://bit.ly/GPDO_consultation1 and this on…

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#005 Choosing the RIGHT BANK, Section 102 & the dreaded CIL. PLUS: Ian's Rant & Ian's A-Z of Property 28:03

4y ago28:03

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On this episode, Ian's Rant focuses on banks and the fact that many aren't offering new business accounts. He then discusses the new breed of Challenger and mobile banks and provides details of the best options, specifically for Property businesses ... analysing accounts from: ANNA: https://anna.money/ Starling: https://www.starlingbank.com/ Coconu…

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#004 Heat pumps, Evictions with Angie Nicholls & picking the RIGHT solicitor with Tim Bishop PLUS: Ian's rant 31:21

4y ago31:21

31:21

On this episode, you'll hear more talk of asbestos; Sam gets involved with Ian's Rant... she has a bone to pick with slow solicitors. Ian has not one, but TWO guests on the show this week, one of whom is a solicitor (and isn't slow!); Tim Bishop gives his 6 tips on how to find a good property solicitor, and Angie Nicholls (from KPA) helps out a lis…

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#003 Use classes, TPOs & the UGLY! PLUS: Ian's rant & Ian's A-Z of Property 20:10

4y ago20:10

20:10

On this episode, there's more "A-Z of Property" and another of "Ian's Rants". Ian has always highlighted that in property there is "the good, the bad and the downright ugly", and this week's rant focuses on the UGLY! As always, Ian's had many questions land on his desk during the week. This week on Property on Fire, he answers a question about use …

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#002 GPDO update, Land ownership & minimum space requirements updated 22:19

4y ago22:19

22:19

On this episode you'll hear "Ian's Rant" (this time, investors are in his sights), and the new series of "Ian's A-Z of Property" begins with an A, so the subject will be Asbestos. As always, Ian's had many questions land on his desk during the week. This week on Property on Fire, he answers one about how to find out who owns a piece of land, and an…

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#001 Meet and discover who Ian is! PLUS: Use Class E & Minimum space standards 22:24

4y ago22:24

22:24

On this episode you'll meet Ian, and hear about his background and passions for property, planning and helping people succeed in the business. As always, Ian's had many questions land on his desk during the week. This week on Property on Fire, he answers Sasha's. She wants to know all about use class E, as she often gets confused by classes. Ian ru…

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#000 The trailer 4:02

4y ago4:02

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A regular podcast from your host Ian Walmsley. Join him every week for a dynamic podcast with Ian and his guests on how to seize the opportunities out there before others do! You will learn about planning from a developer’s eye, you will benefit and learn together from the mistakes that Ian makes. He is very grateful for the opportunities that he h…

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