EP 181: THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Problem Solving (Watch/Listen)

PODCAST: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0nNxQD1AZucGc174ycTBtv?si=vRG19X9YT_eykE5Adp7Brg

If you pick the wrong problem, you won’t get the right answer

The statement “Pick the wrong problem, you won’t get the right answer” highlights a crucial aspect of problem-solving: accurately identifying the problem is paramount to finding a successful solution. Focusing on the wrong issue, even with the most brilliant solution, will not address the underlying cause or achieve the desired outcome.

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UK House Price Index For Scotland: April 2025 (Watch/Listen)

PODCAST: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/UK-House-Price-Index-For-Scotland-April-2025-e34p17i

Economic statement

Total transaction volumes and new build volumes available to calculate UK HPI estimates have increased recently. HM Land Registry has processed over 40% of HM Revenue & Customs’ provisional sales estimate for UK HPI’s first estimate in recent months, though transaction volumes for older periods and new build volumes remain lower than historical averages. Users should be aware that revisions may be larger than historically and should note the greater uncertainty around new build prices. Further information is available in HM Land Registry’s UK House Price Index summary.

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FPTV (EP 253) UPGRADING TO SELL: 5 Home Improvements With Big Pay-offs (Watch/Read/Listen)

PODCAST: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/FPTV-EP-253-UPGRADING-TO-SELL-5-Home-Improvements-With-Big-Pay-offs-e34tj03

If you want to boost your sale price and increase your buying power for your next move, finding ways to add value to your home is a super smart idea.

From a purely financial perspective, upgrading to sell means focusing on improvements that turn your home into a magnet for your target buyer – it’s all about meeting a demand.

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EP 180: THE WEALTH CREATION SHOW: Growing a Business (Watch/Listen)

PODCAST: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/EP-180-THE-WEALTH-CREATION-SHOW-Growing-a-Business-e34kl6q

Growing a business involves strategically expanding its reach, resources, and impact.

This can be achieved through various strategies, including increasing sales to existing and new customers, improving products and services, developing new offerings, and attracting new investment.

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FPTV (EP 252) COMPLIANCE TRAPS: Perils & Pitfalls Every Landlord Needs to Avoid (Watch/Read/Listen)

PODCAST: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/FPTV-EP-252-COMPLIANCE-TRAPS-Perils–Pitfalls-Every-Landlord-Needs-to-Avoid-e34jrfl

You don’t need to be a novice landlord to fall into one of the many compliance traps – many highly experienced investors also slip up, and they often have no idea at the time.

Compliance law has evolved from poor practices in the past, and today’s rules are designed to ensure safe housing, clear business terms, and equal treatment for all tenants.

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Close To 2 in 10 Fife Homes Fail to Sell (Watch/Read/Listen)

PODCAST: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/Close-To-2-in-10-Fife-Homes-Fail-to-Sell-e34e19j

How do you beat those odds?

When most people decide to put their Fife home on the market, they assume one thing.

That it will sell.

After all, why wouldn’t it? You instruct an estate agent, the board goes up, photos appear on the portals and viewings get booked and offers made. Simples!

Except it is not.

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