Is This The Best Asset Class to Invest In? | Episode 87: Max Scott

Max Scott, an award-winning property investor behind over £100 million in deals, shares why he now specialises in FRI leases. We break down how they work in today’s market, from the impact of the Renters’ Rights Act to how lenders assess them and what strong exit strategies look like. Then we tackle the bigger question: is property the best asset class to invest in? Max outlines the five components that set it apart from stocks, bonds and commodities and how investors can maximise each one.🏡 Partner offers for property entrepreneurs:GoHighLevel: 30-day free trialYour all-in-one CRM and automation hub to manage deal pipelines, client communications, handle follow-ups and help you simplify your process: https://www.gohighlevel.com/property-developer-show Property Filter: 8-day free trial + 50% off your first monthFind motivated sellers, spot profitable deals fast, and get ahead of your competition: https://register.property-filter.co.uk/PDS🎟️ Join us live at the Property Developer Show as we tour different cities across the UK in 2026! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and grow within the property development community.Register for free tickets at: https://propertydevelopershow.co.uk📱 Property Developer Show:https://instagram.com/propertydevelopershow/https://tiktok.com/@propertydevelopershowhttps://linkedin.com/company/property-developer-showhttps://facebook.com/propertydevelopershowContact Max:https://maxscottproperty.com/https://instagram.com/maxscottproperty/00:00 FRI leases explained03:00 Renters Rights Act as a commercial investor04:05 Why pension funds are targeting FRI deals and what that means for your exit07:36 Property Developer Show08:04 Will lenders back 20-year leases?11:30 Why write a book and why now?12:46 The 5 components that make property untouchable15:20 How to maximise all 5 components for wealth creation22:04 GoHighLevel23:25 Cont: How to maximise all 5 components for wealth creation25:49 One piece of advice for investors28:20 How to get in touch with MaxProperty Developer Show ©️ serves solely as a podcast platform. The perspectives and opinions presented by our guests, sponsors, and third-party contributors are independent and do not represent our own views, nor should they be considered as investment advice. We do not provide guidance on investment strategies for individuals or organisations. It is recommended that all investment decisions be approached with caution under the supervision of professional advice. Some episodes, descriptions, or related content may contain affiliate links. If you choose to use these links, Property Developer Show may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Property Developer Show is a trading style of Voxity Media Ltd. ©️ 2025 Voxity Media Ltd.