The Property Journey Podcast: Beginner To Expert

Welcome back to another episode of The Property Journey Podcast: Beginner to Expert.
In this episode, we take a look at the current property market in Northern Ireland and discuss what we think is currently happening within the industry. From mortgage rates, to the current demand within the market, construction of new build properties to what should first time buyers should be thinking about, we take a look at it all. This episode was recorded in May 2024.
The information discussed in this episode is relevant to today's market. This is not to be taken as financial advice. If you are interested in Property Investment, speak to a property expert or a financial advisor before following through and ensure you carry out your own research.
If you have any questions that you would like to put forward to The Property Journey Podcast, be sure to hit us up on Social Media with the title ASK101 and we will answer your questions!
Check out all episodes on our YouTube channel,  @RoyDouganPropertyExpert  or for audio only, visit all major podcast providers and search The Property Journey Podcast or view all links here: https://linktr.ee/thepropertyjourneypod
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Welcome back to another episode of The Property Journey Podcast: Beginner to Expert.
In Episode 12 Roy & Chris discuss tips to Moving House and relocating. For many the experience of moving into your first home, will be different to moving into your second home. Why? Your first home you may have had time (due to living with parents or still holding time on your rental lease). 
Moving house for the second time is different. You may be moving out and then in, all in the same days. So within this episode, we discuss key points from removal companies, pre-planning, packing up your possessions, clear-outs and more! 
This is not to be taken as financial advice. If you are interested in Property Investment, speak to a property expert or a financial advisor before following through and ensure you carry out your own research.
If you have any questions that you would like to put forward to The Property Journey Podcast, be sure to hit us up on Social Media with the title ASK101 and we will answer your questions!
Check out all episodes on our YouTube channel,  @RoyDouganPropertyExpert  for audio only, visit all major podcast providers and search The Property Journey Podcast or view all links here: https://linktr.ee/thepropertyjourneypod
If you like this, follow us on our social media pages: https://www.facebook.com/roydouganyourpropertyexpert 
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Welcome back to another episode of The Property Journey Podcast: Beginner to Expert.
Episode 11 is a key focus to help those First Time Buyers on their journey to purchase their first or forever home. Chris and Roy discuss some of the most Frequently Asked Questions when it comes to First Time Buyers and solicitors, some of the common issues that can arise, some of the common queries that need to be answered and more.
Some of the discussions points touch on legal fees and the breakdown of these, any issues or pitfalls that may be encountered by a First Time Buyer, transferring of funds, completion dates and much much more! If you are a First Time Buyer, make sure to give this episode a listen. 
This is not to be taken as financial advice. If you are interested in Property Investment, speak to a property expert or a financial advisor before following through and ensure you carry out your own research.
If you have any questions that you would like to put forward to The Property Journey Podcast, be sure to hit us up on Social Media with the title ASK101 and we will answer your questions!
Check out all episodes on our YouTube channel,  @RoyDouganPropertyExpert  for audio only, visit all major podcast providers and search The Property Journey Podcast or view all links here: https://linktr.ee/thepropertyjourneypod
If you like this, follow us on our social media pages: https://www.facebook.com/roydouganyourpropertyexpert 
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Welcome back to another episode of The Property Journey Podcast: Beginner to Expert.
Episode 10 is a our Property Investment Expert. Roy talks about his personal experience of property investment and how he is currently helping people begin their property investment journey.
With his clients, he discusses weighing up the risk of property investment, how he carries out services such as property sourcing, legal works as well as some of the reasons as to why people choose property as an investment tool. It's keen to remember that with investments, they can rise and fall so always be aware that it is not a quick, easy way to make money!
This is not to be taken as financial advice. If you are interested in Property Investment, speak to a property expert or a financial advisor before following through and ensure you carry out your own research.
If you have any questions that you would like to put forward to The Property Journey Podcast, be sure to hit us up on Social Media with the title ASK101 and we will answer your questions!
Check out all episodes on our YouTube channel,  @RoyDouganPropertyExpert  for audio only, visit all major podcast providers and search The Property Journey Podcast or view all links here: https://linktr.ee/thepropertyjourneypod
If you like this, follow us on our social media pages: https://www.facebook.com/roydouganyourpropertyexpert 
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Welcome back to another episode of The Property Journey Podcast: Beginner to Expert.
Episode 9 is a guide to self-building. Roy talks about his personal experience of building his own house and the challenges / rewards that he got from the experience. As well as this, we delve into the different stages, ranging from architects, construction, completion and moving in plus other topics and areas of self-building.
Self-Building is becoming extremely popular, especially in Northern Ireland so we wanted to discuss some of the common talking points and consider financials, mortgages and more!
This is not to be taken as financial advice. If you are interested in Property Investment, speak to a property expert or a financial advisor before following through and ensure you carry out your own research.
If you have any questions that you would like to put forward to The Property Journey Podcast, be sure to hit us up on Social Media with the title ASK101 and we will answer your questions!
Check out all episodes on our YouTube channel,  @RoyDouganPropertyExpert  for audio only, visit all major podcast providers and search The Property Journey Podcast or view all links here: https://linktr.ee/thepropertyjourneypod
If you like this, follow us on our social media pages: https://www.facebook.com/roydouganyourpropertyexpert https://www.instagram.com/roydouganpropertyexpert https://www.tiktok.com/thepropertyjourneypod
Let us know if you have any questions in the comments below!

Welcome back to another episode of The Property Journey Podcast: Beginner to Expert.
Episode 8, we talk about the Pro's & Con's of purchasing a "Fixer Upper". A fixer upper is normally a property that needs either minor or major work carried out to it to bring it back up to market standard. It could be as simple as kitchen's need replaced or updated, bathrooms need redecorated, outside ground work needs carried out or it major work to change the style, shape or property overall.
We discuss the pro's and con's of purchasing a fixer upper, mainly detailing the financial rewards / risks, the time and effort of the project, the customisation or personalisation you can carry out plus much more in this episode! Make sure to listen!
This is not to be taken as financial advice. If you are interested in Property Investment, speak to a property expert or a financial advisor before following through and ensure you carry out your own research. If you have any questions that you would like to put forward to The Property Journey Podcast, be sure to hit us up on Social Media with the title ASK101 and we will answer your questions!
Check out all episodes on our YouTube channel and for audio only, visit all major podcast providers and search The Property Journey Podcast or view all links here: https://linktr.ee/thepropertyjourneypod
If you like this, follow us on our social media pages: https://www.facebook.com/roydouganyourpropertyexpert https://www.instagram.com/roydouganpropertyexpert https://www.tiktok.com/@thepropertyjourneypod
Let us know if you have any questions in the comments below!

Welcome back to another episode of The Property Journey Podcast: Beginner to Expert.
Episode Seven is one for the First Time Buyers or those thinking about taking the step towards buying their first home. In this episode, we discuss deposits, what is a deposit and why you need one for a property.
As well as this, we talk about saving, when you should begin to save, what an average deposit should be for a house and more. Co-Ownership is also a topic of conversation and the different methods or strategies that are available for First Time Buyers to gain a foothold in the property market. A lot of to discuss on The Property Journey Podcast.
This is not to be taken as financial advice. If you are interested in Property Investment, speak to a property expert or a financial advisor before following through and ensure you carry out your own research.
If you have any questions that you would like to put forward to The Property Journey Podcast, be sure to hit us up on Social Media with the title ASK101 and we will answer your questions!
Check out all episodes on our YouTube channel, @RoyDouganPropertyExpert and for audio only, visit all major podcast providers and search The Property Journey Podcast or view all links here: https://linktr.ee/thepropertyjourneypod
If you like this, follow us on our social media pages: https://www.facebook.com/roydouganyourpropertyexpert https://www.instagram.com/roydouganpropertyexpert https://www.tiktok.com/@thepropertyjourneypod
Let us know if you have any questions in the comments below!

Welcome back to another episode of The Property Journey Podcast: Beginner to Expert.
The rise of Airbnb's has been a well documented journey. Many investors have chosen this path in prime locations for short-term rentals, rather than long term traditional rentals. It is a vast area, comprising of single rooms, glamping pods and log cabins, to large houses fit to house many families at once.
So are there positives to Airbnb's? What impact have Airbnb's had on local economies, local property markets and long term rental properties? Are there downsides to it from an investor point of view? What are the risks involved?
In Episode 6 of The Property Journey Podcast this is what we discuss and aim to get to the bottom of, whether it is feasible or not, and you can make your own decision about it! This is not to be taken as financial advice. If you are interested in Property Investment, speak to a property expert or a financial advisor before following through and ensure you carry out your own research.
If you have any questions that you would like to put forward to The Property Journey Podcast, be sure to hit us up on Social Media with the title ASK101 and we will answer your questions!
Check out all episodes on our YouTube channel, RoyDouganPropertyExpert and for audio only, visit all major podcast providers and search The Property Journey Podcast or view all links here: https://linktr.ee/thepropertyjourneypod
If you like this, follow us on our social media pages: www.facebook.com/roydouganyourpropertyexpert www.instagram.com/roydouganpropertyexpert Let us know if you have any questions in the comments below!