In this episode of Unlock Expat Property – The Podcast, host Jonathan Smith dives deep into one of the most important topics in UK property investing: risk. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned expat investor, understanding risk is what separates speculation from strategy.

Jonathan breaks down every major category of risk — from market volatility and financing pitfalls to compliance, construction, and tenant management. You’ll discover how to stress-test your deals, avoid overleveraging, and build contingency buffers that protect your cash flow.

He also explores the evolving legal landscape, including the upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill, which will reshape the private rental sector by changing eviction rules, tenancy structures, and landlord responsibilities. Jonathan outlines what these changes mean for investors and how to prepare effectively.

From currency fluctuations to emotional discipline, this episode reveals practical tools and real-world insights to help you identify, manage, and even turn risk into opportunity. Because when you understand risk, you unlock the true power of long-term, sustainable wealth.

Key Takeaways:

• How to identify and mitigate market, financial, and operational risks
• The impact of regulatory changes such as the Renters’ Rights Bill
• Why cash flow and contingency funds are your best defence
• How to protect yourself from fraud, non-compliance, and overconfidence
• The mindset needed to turn uncertainty into strategy

Disclaimer:

This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice. Always seek professional guidance before making investment decisions.

Tune in now and unlock your expat property potential — your key to building passive income and long-term wealth.

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Jonathan offers free one-to-one buy to let investment discovery calls to help you unlock your expat property potential - your key to building passive income and long-term wealth.

Whether you are looking for advice on how to kickstart your property portfolio, want to delve into the world of new build property investing or are just looking for free tailored information for your circumstances then setting up your free discovery call is a great first step.

Alternatively, if you are looking to generate guaranteed, competitive returns on your cash instead of it losing value sitting in the bank or risking it on the stock market then book your call in and we can find a win-win way to work together.

To schedule your session now simply head to Unlock Expat Property and select a time suitable for you.

You can also follow Jonathan on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jonathan_cj_residences/

You can connect with him on LinkedIn (1) Jonathan Smith | LinkedIn

Contact him by email at jonathan@unlockexpatproperty.com

In this week's episode Jonathan dives into the world of purchasing property through the modern method of auction.

By the end of the episode, you’ll understand exactly what the modern method of auction is, how it works, why sellers love it, why buyers need to tread carefully, and how you can actually use it to unlock property investment opportunities in the U.K. that others might overlook.

He'll also share his own experience of purchasing a property through the modern method of auction – what he has experienced so far, from placing bids on the site to applying for bridging finance and how he has managed working to the tight timeline of completing the purchase within the 56 day deadline.

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Jonathan offers free one-to-one buy to let investment discovery calls to help you unlock your expat property potential - your key to building passive income and long-term wealth.

Whether you are looking for advice on how to kickstart your property portfolio, want to delve into the world of new build property investing or are just looking for free tailored information for your circumstances then setting up your free discovery call is a great first step.

Alternatively, if you are looking to generate guaranteed, competitive returns on your cash instead of it losing value sitting in the bank or risking it on the stock market then book your call in and we can find a win-win way to work together.

To schedule your session now simply head to Unlock Expat Property and select a time suitable for you.

You can also follow Jonathan on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jonathan_cj_residences/

You can connect with him on LinkedIn (1) Jonathan Smith | LinkedIn

Contact him by email at jonathan@unlockexpatproperty.com

In this week's episode Jonathan takes you on a full journey of what it means to buy your first investment property, how to prepare, how to overcome the mental barriers, what practical steps you need to take, and most importantly, how to make sure that this isn’t just your first property—but the foundation of a portfolio that builds passive income, generational wealth, and freedom.

From developing the right mindset, to educating yourself and building your power team, this episode provides a practical step-by-step guide to securing that first property investment

Jonathan offers free one-to-one buy to let investment discovery calls to help you unlock your expat property potential - your key to building passive income and long-term wealth.

Whether you are looking for advice on how to kickstart your property portfolio, want to delve into the world of new build property investing or are just looking for free tailored information for your circumstances then setting up your free discovery call is a great first step.

Alternatively, if you are looking to generate guaranteed, competitive returns on your cash instead of it losing value sitting in the bank or risking it on the stock market then book your call in and we can find a win-win way to work together.

To schedule your session now simply head to Unlock Expat Property and select a time suitable for you.

You can also follow Jonathan on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jonathan_cj_residences/

You can connect with him on LinkedIn (1) Jonathan Smith | LinkedIn

Contact him by email at jonathan@unlockexpatproperty.com