EP168: Starting in Property: What We’d Do If We Were Starting Again in 2025

In this episode of Your Property Podcast, Ant Lyons and Alex Daley dive into what they’d do if they were starting (or restarting) their property journey from scratch today. With nearly 30 years of combined experience, Ant and Alex share real-world insights, strategies, and golden rules for beginners — or those stuck at one or two buy-to-lets — looking to gain clarity, confidence, and momentum. They cover: How to avoid paralysis by analysis and finally take action The key questions to ask before choosing a strategy Why your first deal with intent matters Proven tactics for adding value and recycling cash Personal case studies from buy-to-let, HMO, and flat conversion projects What to do with £60k–£100k of starting capital How to balance buying to hold vs. buying to sell Whether you're starting your property investing journey or hitting reset with more purpose, this is an honest, practical discussion to help you take the next step. Don't forget to download the YPN's Maximising Tax deductions guide for UK residential landlords here: https://bit.ly/ypn-Tax-Guide