Welcome. Before you download spreadsheets. Before you book viewings. Before you message a deal sourcer. Pause. Property is not hard. But it is unforgiving when you rush. Here’s what most new investors get wrong: They try to look experienced before they become educated. They worry about: - Finding the “perfect” deal - Impressing others in the group - Moving fast so they don’t “miss out” - Copying someone else’s strategy Instead of doing the boring but powerful steps first. So here’s a cleaner way to start: Step 1: Decide your outcome, not your strategy. Do you want income? Long-term growth? Freedom from a job? A pension replacement? Clarity here prevents 80% of beginner mistakes. Step 2: Understand your real numbers. Not what you hope works. What works after stress-testing: higher rates, void periods, repairs. Step 3: Learn your market before entering it. Know why you’re buying in an area, not just because someone else is. Step 4: Protect your downside first. Experienced investors think about survival more than upside. Now here’s what NOT to fall into: - Deal-chasing before education - Strategy-hopping every 3 months - Comparing your day 1 to someone’s year 12 - Being too embarrassed to ask “basic” questions - Thinking confidence = competence Let me tell you something important: The people who scale in property aren’t the loudest. They’re the ones who ask the most questions early. So if you’re new here: Ask the “obvious” question. Ask about risks. Ask about numbers. Ask what could go wrong. This group should be a room full of experience, not a highlight reel. I’ll start: If you’re new, what’s the ONE thing that currently confuses you about property? Finance? Finding deals? Running numbers? Choosing strategy? Fear of starting? Comment it below. No judgement. Just progress.

They’re stuck because the easy market is gone. For years, sloppy deals still worked. Low rates covered weak numbers. Refinancing fixed poor cashflow. Growth hid bad buying decisions. That cushion has disappeared. Right now, investors are quietly facing: - Deals that don’t stack anymore - Lenders stress-testing harder than ever - Cashflow pressure they didn’t plan for - Longer selling times - Fear of making the “wrong” move This market isn’t harder. It’s just exposing who was relying on momentum instead of skill. The ones who adapt, tighter criteria, better negotiation, stronger reserves, will come out stronger. The ones waiting for rates to drop are just pausing their growth. Be honest. Is your business built for this market, or was it built for the last one? 👇 In the comments, what’s the biggest pressure you’re feeling in your property business right now?

Really glad to be here and connect with like-minded people in the Real Estate Capital Club. I'm Jessica from United Kingdom. I’m actively involved in the property business and fortunate to be thriving in this space. One of the biggest lessons along the way has been that real estate success isn’t just about finding great deals, it’s about knowing how to navigate capital hurdles and structure win-win opportunities. I’m passionate about helping investors think differently about capital: partnering with the right people, creating smart structures, and turning perceived funding roadblocks into growth opportunities. I enjoy sharing practical insights on how to collaborate with those who are willing to create and deploy capital to finance property ventures in a way that works for everyone involved. Looking forward to learning from this community, exchanging ideas, and contributing wherever I can. Happy to connect with anyone who’s building, scaling, or simply curious about smarter ways to fund and grow their property business. Comment what hurdles you're passing through in your business right now, lets tackle them.