20 Years of HMOs: My Strategy, Investment Criteria & Playing The Long Game (YPN Magazine Interview)

Most investors focus on finding the perfect deal.

But after nearly 20 years of investing, I've learned that long-term success has far less to do with chasing the biggest returns and far more to do with building the right strategy.

In this special episode, I join Ant Lyons from Your Property Network (YPN) for an honest conversation about how my approach to property investing has evolved, why I'm still bullish on UK property despite the challenges, and how I think about building a portfolio that's designed not just for growth, but for the long term.

🎯 What You'll Learn

• Why I'm still investing in HMOs despite today's market conditions
• The investment criteria I use when assessing every deal
• How I balance cash flow, capital growth and risk across my portfolio
• Why chasing "unicorn deals" can actually slow your progress
• The biggest mistakes I see new HMO investors making
• How I approach Article 4 areas and planning risk
• The strategy behind building a portfolio with a clear long-term exit plan

Whether you're buying your first HMO or looking to scale an established portfolio, this episode will help you think beyond individual deals and start building a property business that supports the lifestyle and future you actually want.

You can find more of my interviews, articles and expert resources on my YPN Expert Hub here.

💻 Resources & Mentions

• Join my Accelerator Programme: If you’d like my direct input on your current or next project, you can watch this video or book a complimentary strategy call with me here.
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