The Importance Of Relationships In Property

Simon welcomes Scott Pickin, a seasoned property investor from South Africa, who shares insights from his 20-year journey in the property investment world. The discussion delves into the evolution of investing, highlighting the importance of education, mentorship, and the power of technology in democratising access to investment opportunities. Scott explains his venture, Wealth Migrate, which allows investors to pool resources for equity investments in high-quality assets globally. The conversation also touches on the current market dynamics in England and the U.S., emphasising the significance of diversification and creative thinking in identifying lucrative opportunities.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Continuous investment in personal development and education is crucial for success in property investing. Engaging with mentors and participating in mastermind programs can significantly accelerate growth and understanding of the market. Technology has democratised access to property investment, allowing individuals to pool resources and invest in larger assets that were previously only available to wealthy investors. Platforms like Wealth Migrate enable investors to participate in equity deals with smaller amounts of capital. Investors should not limit themselves to local markets or a single asset class. Diversifying across different countries, currencies, and types of properties can mitigate risks and enhance potential returns. Current market conditions, such as nervousness among landlords and changing regulations, can present unique investment opportunities. Those who are educated and proactive can capitalise on these situations while others hesitate. Surrounding oneself with like-minded, ambitious individuals can foster growth and inspire new ideas. Engaging with successful peers can shift perspectives and encourage taking calculated risks, ultimately leading to greater achievements. BEST MOMENTS "What I learned through the crash was that the real money is made in the likes of commercial property and sort of at the next tier. But most people just don't have the money, don't have the time, or don't have the knowledge." "We built a platform to allow people to invest in deals. You're on the debt side, we're on the equity side. They actually own a piece of the asset." "The challenge that they have is they now have the burden of responsibility. You cannot blame the government, blame your background, blame your schooling." "As you said, most investors are sitting back waiting. They're nervous about new government, new legislation, interest rates, and they're sitting back waiting, which means those of you who are educated, some huge opportunities waiting for us and not much competition." VALUABLE RESOURCES To find your local pin meeting visit: www.PinMeeting.co.uk and use voucher code PODCAST to attend you first meeting as Simon's guest (instead of paying the normal £20). Contact and follow Simon here: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/OfficialSimonZutshi LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonzutshi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/SimonZutshiOfficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/simonzutshi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonzutshi/ Simon Zutshi, experienced investor, successful entrepreneur and best-selling author, is widely recognised as one of the top wealth creation strategists in the UK. Having started to invest in property in 1995 and went on to become financially independent by the age of 32. Passionate about sharing his experience, Simon founded the property investor’s network (pin) in 2003 www.pinmeeting.co.uk   pin has since grown to become the largest property networking organisation in the UK, with monthly meetings in 50 cities, designed specifically to provide a supportive, educational and inspirational environment for people like you to network with and learn from other successful investors. Since 2003, Simon has taught thousands of entrepreneurs and business owners how to successfully invest in a tax-efficient way.  How to create additional streams of income, give them more time to do the things they want to do and build their long-term wealth. Simon’s book “Property Magic” which is now in its sixth edition, became an instant hit when first released in 2008 and remains an Amazon No 1 best-selling property book. Simon launched his latest business, www.CrowdProperty.com, in 2014, which is an FCA Regulated peer to peer lending platform to facilitate loans between private individuals and property professionals.