Why Smart Investors Are Leaving Buy to Let for Supported Living

Why Smart Investors Are Leaving Buy to Let for Supported Living

🏠 Why Smart Investors Are Leaving Buy to Let for Supported Living | Kamal Fared Is traditional buy-to-let becoming less attractive for UK property investors? In this episode of the Ohms Property Podcast, I sit down with Kamal Fared—property investor, developer, civil engineer, and entrepreneur—to discuss why more investors are exploring supported living, assisted accommodation, temporary accommodation, and social housing as alternatives to conventional buy-to-let investing. Kamal shares how he built a portfolio of 160+ properties across Kent, London, and Essex, why he actively buys properties that most investors avoid, and how his engineering background has helped him create opportunities from structural problems, distressed assets, and complex developments. We also discuss: ✅ Why supported living is growing rapidly in the UK ✅ How investors can secure long-term leases with providers ✅ The truth about guaranteed rent schemes ✅ Temporary accommodation vs traditional buy-to-let ✅ Social housing myths and realities ✅ How to identify good supported living providers ✅ Structural defects that scare off other investors ✅ Buying below market value through problem-solving ✅ The future of UK property investing ✅ Why lending and finance remain the biggest challenge for developers Whether you're an experienced landlord, property developer, or just starting your investment journey, this episode offers valuable insights into one of the fastest-growing sectors in UK property. ⏱️ In This Episode: 00:00 – Introduction 00:00:37 – Meet Kamal Fared 00:02:05 – Why Social Housing & Supported Living Are Growing 00:04:01 – Buying Properties with Structural Defects 00:05:55 – The First Deal That Changed Everything 00:06:23 – New Build Developments & Scaling a Property Business 00:18:43 – Supported Living Explained 00:22:17 – Temporary Accommodation & Enhanced Rents 00:29:07 – What Makes the Ideal Supported Living Property? 00:38:30 – True or False 00:44:14 – Under The Hammer 00:47:29 – Off The Record 00:49:35 – Building a 160+ Property Portfolio 00:53:17 – The Biggest Risks Facing Property Investors Today 📩 For Property Finance Enquiries: Trinity Finance Email: info@trinityfinance.co.uk Phone: 01322 907000 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to: Like, Comment, Subscribe or Share with other property investors #PropertyInvesting #SupportedLiving #SocialHousing #PropertyDevelopment #BuyToLet #PropertyPodcast #UKProperty #PropertyInvestor #AssistedLiving #TemporaryAccommodation #Landlord #PropertyInvestment #WealthBuilding #RealEstateInvesting #OhmsPropertyPodcast

Short Lease Flats: From Sainsbury’s to Property Empire | Jason Patterson

UK property investing: Jason Patterson, known as The Short Lease King, went from stacking bread at Sainsbury’s to building a serious property portfolio through short lease flats, lease extensions and buy to let property. In this episode of the OMZ Under The Hammer Property Podcast, we sit down with Jason Patterson to break down how he got started in property in 2001, why he focused on leasehold flats instead of freehold houses, and how short lease property investing can create value when you understand the numbers, the legal pack, the freeholder and your exit strategy. Jason shares the mindset, discipline and delayed gratification that helped him build assets while still working at Sainsbury’s — plus the practical lessons he learned from buying, refurbishing, reconfiguring and refinancing flats in the UK. In this episode, we cover: ✅ From Sainsbury’s bread aisle to building a property portfolio ✅ Why short lease flats can be a hidden opportunity in UK property ✅ Lease extensions explained: the 80-year rule, marriage value and freeholders ✅ How Jason uses refurbishments, reconfiguration and refinancing to create value ✅ The risks of buying short lease flats at auction ✅ Legal pack mistakes that can cost investors thousands ✅ Buy-to-let, BRR strategy and recycling your cash ✅ Service charges, block management and right to manage ✅ Freehold vs leasehold: what investors need to understand ✅ Delayed gratification, saving for a deposit and building wealth slowly ✅ Jason’s thoughts on Dubai property, leasehold reform and the future of UK property investing Whether you’re a first-time investor, landlord, buy-to-let investor or someone looking for property investing strategies that still work in today’s market, this episode gives you a real look at the mindset, due diligence and long-term approach behind building wealth through property. 👇 Comment below: Would you buy a short lease flat below 80 years? 🎧 Subscribe to OMZ Under The Hammer for more UK property investing stories, property finance insights and real conversations with investors, developers and industry experts. Guest: Jason Patterson, The Short Lease King Follow Jason: https://www.instagram.com/shortleaseking/ [https://www.instagram.com/shortleaseking/] Follow OMZ Under The Hammer: https://www.instagram.com/omzunderthehammer [https://www.instagram.com/omzunderthehammer] Property finance / mortgage enquiries: https://www.trinityfinance.co.uk [https://www.trinityfinance.co.uk] - 01322 907 000 ⚠️ Disclaimer: This video is for general educational purposes only and is not financial, mortgage, tax, legal or investment advice. Always carry out your own due diligence and speak to qualified professionals before buying property or investing. #PropertyInvesting #ShortLeaseFlats #UKProperty

EXPOSED This Estate Agent Trick Could Cost You Your Dream Home And It’s Illegal!

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Buying at Auction? WATCH THIS FIRST

Buying a property at auction can be one of the fastest ways to secure a great deal, but it can also be one of the easiest ways to lose thousands if you do not know what you are doing. In this episode of the OMZ Property Podcast, I sit down with William Michael, property lawyer, legal entrepreneur and partner at Taylor Rose, to discuss the hidden risks of buying at auction, why legal pack reviews are essential, and the costly mistakes investors, developers and first-time auction buyers often make. William shares his experience in residential conveyancing, commercial property, auction legal packs, bridging finance transactions and working with property investors and developers. We also discuss how conveyancing has changed, why cheap online conveyancing can create serious problems, and what buyers should look out for before bidding at auction. In this episode, we cover: ✅ Why auction legal packs must be reviewed before bidding ✅ The £10,000+ mistakes hidden in special conditions ✅ How buyers can lose their deposit after auction ✅ Why changing the buyer name after auction can cause problems ✅ The role of bridging finance in auction purchases ✅ Sole representation vs dual representation in bridging ✅ Why cheap conveyancing can delay or damage a transaction ✅ How property lawyers support investors and developers ✅ The risks of buying without proper due diligence ✅ What it takes to build and scale a property law practice One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation is simple: never buy at auction without understanding the legal pack, the title, the searches and the special conditions. The cheapest advice before you bid could save you from the most expensive mistake after the hammer falls. Whether you are a property investor, developer, landlord, first-time buyer, auction buyer, mortgage broker, estate agent or aspiring property lawyer, this episode is packed with practical insight into the legal side of property transactions. Guest: William Michael Specialism: Property law, conveyancing, auction legal packs and property transactions Host: Omer Mehmet, OMZ Property Podcast For property finance support, including bridging finance, auction finance, buy-to-let mortgages, HMO finance, commercial lending and development finance, contact Trinity Finance: 📧 info@trinityfinance.co.uk ☎️ 01322 907 000 🌐 www.trinityfinance.co.uk Follow the OMZ Property Podcast for more interviews with property investors, developers, solicitors, finance experts and industry professionals. Please like, comment, subscribe and share this episode with anyone thinking about buying property at auction. #PropertyPodcast #PropertyAuction #AuctionProperty #UKProperty #PropertyInvesting #PropertyInvestor #BridgingFinance #AuctionFinance #Conveyancing #PropertyLawyer #LegalPack #TaylorRose #PropertyDevelopment #BuyToLet #HMOInvesting #OMZPropertyPodcast #TrinityFinance

The Best Way To Sell Your Property In The UK

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