Why Most Landlords End Up Broke, Busy & Burnt Out

Most landlords step into property believing it'll bring them passive income.

But the reality? For many, it's just another full-time job with late-night tenant calls, endless compliance, and unexpected costs.

 

In today's episode, we're unpacking The Landlord Success Triangle  time, money, and freedom. Because real success as a landlord isn't about chasing yield or maximising rent, it's about striking the right balance that gives you profit and peace of mind.

We'll challenge how you look at income versus capital growth, why self-management might be costing you more than it saves, and the one question every landlord needs to ask: what's the point of profit if you've lost your freedom? Stick around because this episode might just change the way you think about being a landlord.

Being a landlord isn't just about rent coming in each month. Too many landlords fall into the trap of thinking property equals passive income when it often becomes a second job. In this episode, we break down the three pillars of landlord success and reveal why balancing time, money, and freedom is the real key to winning in property.

 

What you'll learn in this episode:

• Why chasing yield can backfire once you factor in voids, tax, repairs, and compliance
• The £200 per month vs 10 years of capital growth debate, what's really worth more?
• How much self-managing actually costs when you put a value on your own time
• The hidden reason so many landlords lose the freedom they were chasing in the first place
• A quick self-assessment to discover where you're weakest: time, money, or freedom

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode will challenge how you measure success in property.

 

Listen now to rethink your landlord journey and discover how to build a property business that gives you more than just profit.

Listen Now Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Awfoi9dUoU55k0D7uf64a

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-investors-corner/id1588273348

 

This episode is sponsored by avocado property, putting people before property, delivering an experience so good, you'd even recommend them to your Mum!

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