Forget Brexit: The Real Threat to UK Property Market – Interview with deVere's Former Head of Investment.

Episode 48,   Sep 10, 04:00 PM

In this episode of the Property Investor's Podcast, host Russell Leeds sits down with Charlie Pennine, a multifaceted property expert and entrepreneur. Charlie's journey from a 7-year-old with a dream of financial freedom to a successful property investor, estate agent, and international developer is truly inspiring.

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Show Highlights:
  • Charlie shares his unconventional approach to education and how he learned about money and business from mentors in his family.
  • The conversation delves into the true meaning of wealth and happiness, emphasizing the importance of purpose beyond just accumulating money.
  • Charlie explains why leveraging is a powerful tool for building wealth and breaks down common misconceptions about property investment.
  • He doesn't hold back on his frustrations with the property industry, particularly the rise of fake experts and the lack of qualifications among estate agents.
  • With a new Labour government in power, Charlie offers his insights on the future of property investment in the UK and encourages investors to focus on what they can control.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
01:02 Charlie's Early Start in Property  
01:59 The Drive for Financial Freedom  
03:29 Learning from Family and Early Jobs  
14:47 First Property Purchase and Lessons Learned  
15:59 Understanding Leveraging in Property Investment  
18:58 Challenges and Misconceptions in Property Investment  
23:15 Role at DeVere and Corporate Insights  
29:41 Impact of Personal Loss and Career Decisions  
33:19 Government Policies and Class Separation  
37:30 Class Systems: America vs. England  
38:55 Concerns About Modern Parenting  
41:06 The Importance of Financial Education  
42:28 Learning from Family Business  
45:42 Teaching Kids the Value of Money  
56:02 Private School vs. Public School Debate  
59:17 Investing in Dubai's Property Market  
01:08:52 Political Views on Property Investment  
01:16:04 Conclusion and Final Thoughts