I see people with a decent starting pot make the same mistakes again and again — not because they’re careless, but because they’re rushing.
Here’s what I’d avoid if I was starting today:
❌ Rushing into a deal
Take time to learn, plan, and understand the process. One good deal beats three rushed ones.
❌ Buying cheap instead of buying demand
The cheapest property isn’t the safest. Demand is what protects rent, value, and your sanity.
❌ Building a team too late
Your broker, solicitor, and letting agent should be lined up before you offer — not after.
❌ Thinking money is the strategy
£30k is just fuel. Without a clear plan, it disappears quickly.
Get the foundations right early and property becomes far less stressful — and far more predictable.