Hosted by Sarah and Nick, we share honest conversations, real-life stories, and practical insights from active investors across the UK. Whether you're starting out or scaling up, you'll find inspiration, knowledge and community here—without the hype.
🎙️Weekly episodes
🏘️ Real investors, real journeys
💡 Actionable tips for every stage of your property journey
Join our growing community with regular in-person & online networking events and exclusive online support. Find out more at www.thispropertylife.co.uk
The world of property investing can be incredibly rewarding—but it can also feel lonely, confusing, and overwhelming at times. Whether you're just starting out or deep into your journey, you’ve probably had moments where you wished you had someone to ask, a sounding board, or a place to stay informed and inspired.
That’s exactly why we created the This Property Life Community.
It’s more than just a network. This is a space built by property investors, for property investors. A supportive, non-hypey, real-world community designed to help you grow your knowledge, connections, and confidence in all things property.
Every month, join live networking featuring:
Miss a network session? All sessions are recorded so you can watch on your schedule.
Discounted Membership ticket prices for in person events.
Meet the team and fellow investors face-to-face and do business with each other, help & inspire each other. These events feature:
No sales pitches — just genuine networking in a friendly, relaxed environment.
Locations alternate between the north and south.
Stay connected and supported 24/7 in our private WhatsApp group:
Access a growing library of premium content, including:
Try the TPL Community FREE for 2 months with no obligation. Experience all these benefits firsthand, including access to live Zoom calls, the WhatsApp group, the content hub, and an invitation to our next in-person event. After your free trial, membership continues at just £35 per month — cancel anytime, no contracts, no fuss.
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Hosted by Sarah and Nick, we share honest conversations, real-life stories, and practical insights from active investors across the UK. Whether you're starting out or scaling up, you'll find inspiration, knowledge and community here—without the hype.
🎙️Weekly episodes
🏘️ Real investors, real journeys
💡 Actionable tips for every stage of your property journey
Join our growing community with regular in-person & online networking events and exclusive online support. Find out more at www.thispropertylife.co.uk
The world of property investing can be incredibly rewarding—but it can also feel lonely, confusing, and overwhelming at times. Whether you're just starting out or deep into your journey, you’ve probably had moments where you wished you had someone to ask, a sounding board, or a place to stay informed and inspired.
That’s exactly why we created the This Property Life Community.
It’s more than just a network. This is a space built by property investors, for property investors. A supportive, non-hypey, real-world community designed to help you grow your knowledge, connections, and confidence in all things property.
Every month, join live networking featuring:
Miss a network session? All sessions are recorded so you can watch on your schedule.
Discounted Membership ticket prices for in person events.
Meet the team and fellow investors face-to-face and do business with each other, help & inspire each other. These events feature:
No sales pitches — just genuine networking in a friendly, relaxed environment.
Locations alternate between the north and south.
Stay connected and supported 24/7 in our private WhatsApp group:
Access a growing library of premium content, including:
Try the TPL Community FREE for 2 months with no obligation. Experience all these benefits firsthand, including access to live Zoom calls, the WhatsApp group, the content hub, and an invitation to our next in-person event. After your free trial, membership continues at just £35 per month — cancel anytime, no contracts, no fuss.
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In this episode, Sarah Blaney and Nick Claydon respond directly to a recent BBC Panorama documentary on the UK government's ambitious pledge to build 1.5 million new homes by 2029.
What You'll Learn:
Timestamps
[03:02] - Housing Crisis Origins: Thatcher, Right to Buy & No Replacements
[04:57] - Construction Chaos: Brexit, Boomers & University Overload
[09:10] - The Fantasy of 1.5 Million New Homes
[12:16] - Why Landlords Aren’t the Villains You Think
[15:24] - Greenbelt vs Grey Belt: The Land We Can’t Touch
[20:17] - Planning Hell: Local Council Shenanigans
[27:31] - Eight Years for Planning on a Brownfield Site
[29:34] - Nutrient Neutrality, Sewage, and 40-Year Mistakes
[32:48] - Final Thoughts: How Do We Fix This?
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