Rob & Em

Julie from West London is a masterclass in fast, focused action. Starting from zero, she grew her portfolio to four properties in her first year: two flats in Reading for the corporate market and two more in Acton. She shares the mindset shifts, the calculated risks and the smart moves that helped her scale quickly and confidently, all on strong foundations built to last.

Marina works full time as a contract manager, and her partner Kate already had some buy to lets. They wanted quicker cashflow than buy to let gives, so they looked at different property courses and chose Simon. Rent to rent clicked instantly: it didn't need much money up front, so they could do several deals with what they had. Marina booked a call and joined that same evening. Her only worry was that it was Kate's money, but hearing the success stories on the calls convinced her: if others can do it, so can we. Within a couple of months of really getting going, they had signed three deals, two in Coventry and one in Leamington Spa. Now landlords are coming to them, including a landlord's sister and even their decorator, and Kate has handed in her notice. Marina's advice: "Follow the process and trust the process, it will work."

Taylor and Liam landed their first two rent to rent deals through one landlord, just six weeks after starting their journey. By building strong relationships and taking action straight away, they laid the groundwork for a portfolio built on trust. Taylor shares how they did it, from learning the strategy to landing real deals. Proof that fast progress is possible with the right approach.

Adam takes you inside his latest rent to rent deal, a 17th century cottage restored to blend vintage character with modern touches. From bold design choices to clever savings, including a £5 roulette table, the cottage now sleeps eight guests in comfort and style. Adam explains how the right education gave him the confidence to take on the project and transform it. Small upgrades like new decking and a reworked garden lifted the guest experience and helped the property stand out, and in peak season it can bring in up to £3,000 a month. Proof that a charming property can also be a serious business.