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In this episode of This Property Life, host Sarah Blaney speaks with Esther Smith, a successful property investor, corporate contractor, and busy parent. Together with her husband Mark, Esther has built a portfolio of HMOs leased to supported living providers such as Serco. The conversation explores how to strategically balance property investing with a demanding career and family life, and dives into the practicalities and pitfalls of the supported housing model.


Esther Smith is a contractor in the corporate world and a mother of young children, one of whom has autism. Esther brings a realistic, no-frills perspective to property investing, blending analytical skills, financial forecasting, and an acute awareness of social needs to build a portfolio with both purpose and profit.


What You'll Learn:


Timestamps

[00:00] – Introduction to the Episode

[02:18] – Why Esther chose property investing alongside a corporate career

[04:32] – Transitioning to HMOs and choosing supported living as a strategy

[06:08] – Challenges of property management and moving outside London

[08:31] – The importance of patience and persistence in property

[11:15] – The true timeline to cash flow a supported living HMO

[19:30] – What to expect during refurb and compliance processes

[26:24] – Lease signing: navigating Serco’s contracts and requirements

[32:28] – Lending, insurance, and operational costs: myth vs reality

[42:01] – Long-term goals, charitable aspirations, and future plans

[47:37] – Wrapping up: advice on staying focused and aligned with your goals

[51:37] – Where to connect with Esther Smith


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