20 Years of HMOs: My Strategy, Investment Criteria & Playing The Long Game (YPN Magazine Interview)

Most investors focus on finding the perfect deal. But after nearly 20 years of investing, I've learned that long-term success has far less to do with chasing the biggest returns and far more to do with building the right strategy. In this special episode, I join Ant Lyons from **Your Property Network (YPN)** for an honest conversation about how my approach to property investing has evolved, why I'm still bullish on UK property despite the challenges, and how I think about building a portfolio that's designed not just for growth, but for the long term. **🎯 What You'll Learn** - Why I'm still investing in HMOs despite today's market conditions - The investment criteria I use when assessing every deal - How I balance cash flow, capital growth and risk across my portfolio - Why chasing "unicorn deals" can actually slow your progress - The biggest mistakes I see new HMO investors making - How I approach Article 4 areas and planning risk - The strategy behind building a portfolio with a clear long-term exit plan Whether you're buying your first HMO or looking to scale an established portfolio, this episode will help you think beyond individual deals and start building a property business that supports the lifestyle and future you actually want. You can find more of my interviews, articles and expert resources on my **YPN Expert Hub** here. **💻 Resources & Mentions** - **Join my Accelerator Programme:** If you’d like my direct input on your current or next project, you can watch this video or book a complimentary strategy call with me here. - **The HMO Roadmap:** Feeling overwhelmed? Access 400+ tools, templates, and lessons to help you start, scale, and systemise your HMO business - all in one place. Join here. - **Facebook Community:** Got questions or need support? Come and connect with 10,000+ investors inside The HMO Community here. - **Social:** Follow me on Instagram for daily HMO tips, advice, and behind-the-scenes updates here. If you enjoyed this episode, hit subscribe and drop a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it helps more investors find the show!