How to buy property like an investor

Mortar and Margins episode 16 For most people, buying a home is the biggest financial decision they will ever make. Yet the way many approach it is emotional, reactive and, at times, financially naïve. By contrast, seasoned property investors take a far more structured and strategic approach – one that prioritises long-term value, flexibility and […]

How to avoid a bridging loan to nowhere

Mortar and Margins XV asks how to avoid default interest rates when projects go awry. Property investment often begins with optimism. A derelict auction property appears full of potential, the numbers stack up, and bridging finance unlocks the opportunity. Yet the reality can quickly unravel. Delays to materials, unreliable contractors and stalled permissions can push […]