Episode 30 6 Rounds with David Dixon: From Classrooms to Cashflow

💼 What does it really take to leave a career in education and build a life on your terms through property?In this episode of The Financial Freedom Podcast—brought to you by Property Portfolio Building and sponsored by Property Filter—we sit down with David Dixon, a former assistant headteacher turned full-time property investor, mentor, and backgammon competitor (yes, really).David shares how he transitioned from the classroom to a cashflowing property portfolio, why he pivoted from HMOs to low-maintenance units, and how financial freedom has enabled him to focus on family, purpose, and passion.🎧 Expect practical tips, personal truths, and property wisdom built over 25+ years of real-world investing.💡 You’ll learn:✅ The unexpected lessons from managing difficult tenants and how to protect your mental health✅ Why converting HMOs to self-contained flats changed David’s business—and life✅ How he’s supporting his son’s unique needs while continuing to grow his portfolio✅ The importance of “T-I-M-E” when it comes to being a great dad and business owner✅ And yes, how to win at backgammon 🥇This one’s equal parts strategy and soul.Stay connected with us through our social media channels: Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/propertyportfoliobuilding/LinkedIn: ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/propertyportfoliobuilding/ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/propertyportfoliobuildinguk/YouTube: ⁠⁠youtube.com/@propertyportfoliobuilding/⁠⁠Websites: ⁠⁠propertyportfoliobuilding.co.uk⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠invest-prop.co.uk⁠⁠Connect with our hosts:Phil Bygrave: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-bygrave-8b792421/Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/phil.y.bygraveGet in touch with Tim here:LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-witt-77b0275b/⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-witt-77b0275b/COME AND MEET US http://www.manchesternorthpin.co.uk use "bygrave" to attend for free!For all enquiries, please contact us at: ⁠[email protected]