A tricky question of looking beyond the obvious

I was speaking at my local property network meeting recently when a member of the audience asked me a very simple question. It’s a question that, surprisingly, nobody has ever asked me before. A question I should have been able to answer without hesitation. However, for some reason as I stood there in front of [...]

Auction Property Refurb Project… An Update

Jul 23, 2009  |  under Property, Refurbishment  |  by Lyndon Forshaw

I thought I’d give you a quick update on the little refurbishment project I mentioned a few weeks ago.
If you recall, I was browsing through a property auction catalogue and spotted a three bed terraced house badly in need of some TLC. After a quick viewing I agreed to purchase the property for £56,000 before [...]

The secret of success

Jul 15, 2009  |  under Self improvement  |  by Lyndon Forshaw

I’ve been an entrepreneur for many years now and it’s certainly been a rollercoaster ride. However, when I first set out I didn’t really set myself detailed goals. I was too busy enjoying life and bumbling along. I had a vague plan and I certainly wanted to be successful and enjoy the wealth that would [...]

Taking the plunge: My latest no money down new build project

Jul 3, 2009  |  under New build, Property  |  by Lyndon Forshaw

For some time now, I’ve been getting itchy feet. I keep contemplating taking the plunge back into new build residential projects, but like many others out there I’ve been reluctant to jump too soon.
Whilst development funding is available – I’ve managed to find a source of 100% funding deals – it isn’t as cheap as it was a [...]

Land Managers. A green shoot?

Jul 3, 2009  |  under Property  |  by Lyndon Forshaw

As a consultant for LandLounge.com a large part of my role is to help land managers source and secure prime development sites. However, since the downturn, land managers have become a rare breed. 
Many found themselves as early victims of the property crash, their roles made redundant almost overnight. It’s been heartbreaking to call development company after development company only [...]