How to Control Property Without Owning It

Most investors think you need to buy a property first before you can make money from it. That’s not true. In this episode of the OMZ Property Podcast, I sit down with David Guest of Holkham Properties to break down how experienced developers control commercial buildings, add planning value, and either build, refinance or sell, often without owning the asset at the start. We cover: • How to agree deals direct-to-vendor • Why option agreements (without even calling them that) can unlock serious value • How to use permitted development rights strategically • The truth about commercial-to-residential conversions • Why auctions are often a trap for new investors • How to increase value before completion • Structuring deals with joint venture partners • When to build… and when to trade the uplift David explains how sending 1,000 letters can land a deal, why most people overpay at auction, and how controlling a site properly can mean contractors are on site the day after completion. If you want to grow a portfolio faster, reduce risk, and understand how sophisticated developers really structure deals — this episode is essential viewing. Who is this for? • Commercial-to-residential investors • Developers looking to reduce upfront risk • Anyone tired of overpaying at auction • Landlords wanting to scale faster • Investors interested in planning gain strategies If you found this useful: 👍 Like 💬 Comment your biggest takeaway 🔔 Subscribe for weekly property insights 🎙 Hosted by Omer Mehmet Founder of Trinity Finance For property finance support: 📩 [email protected] 📞 01322 907 000 The smartest investors don’t always buy first. Sometimes they control first. #PropertyInvesting #CommercialToResidential #PropertyDevelopment #UKProperty #PermittedDevelopment #PropertyStrategy #WealthBuilding #PropertyInvestment #BuyToLet #LandlordTips #HMO #BRRR #UKHousingMarket #RealEstateInvesting #PassiveIncome #PropertyInvestment2025