234. The Art of Property Development & Finance with Saam Lowni
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250. Trump Tariff Turmoil and its Impact on Real Estate
Behind The Facade - Real Estate Investing
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248. Some Lessons from the Elon Musk Backlash
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Episode 248. Some Lessons from the Elon Musk Backlash In this episode I unpack the lessons to be learnt from Elon Musk getting involved in politics and polarising public opinion against him. I hope you enjoy. *** Join my free Newsletter👇🏼 Curious about my Accelerator👇🏼 Buy me a Coffee👇🏼 *** Follow me on social media👇🏼 LinkedIn: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: *** #investment #realestateinvesting #propertyinvestment
info_outlineEpisode 234. The Art of Property Development & Finance with Saam Lowni
My guest this week is Saam Lowni whi shares his extensive journey in the real estate and finance sectors, detailing his experiences from starting as an estate agent to becoming a finance broker.
He shares insights on the importance of scaling projects, the founding of his brokerage Mary Oaks, and the impact of political decisions on housing supply. The discussion also touches on the role of AI in improving efficiency in planning and lending, the consequences of rent controls, and the long-term solutions needed to address the housing crisis.
Saam's business - https://www.merryoaks.com/
Connect with Saam - https://www.linkedin.com/in/saamlowni/
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Takeaways
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Saam started as an estate agent in 2001 and evolved into a developer and finance broker.
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The importance of high-yielding income-producing assets in property investment.
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Saam's experience in Hong Kong shaped his approach to business and investment.
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Saam highlights the significance of understanding market shifts and adapting strategies accordingly.
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He discusses the challenges of finding quality loan applications in the finance sector.
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Saam advocates for incremental steps in property development to mitigate risks.
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He stresses the importance of having a reliable team for successful project execution.
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Saam's journey reflects the balance between personal growth and professional development.
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He shares insights on the complexities of the UK property market and lending landscape.
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