How I'd Get Started In Property In 2026

About this episode

Simon shares a four-step roadmap for starting a successful property investment journey in 2026.

Simon shares his four-step roadmap for starting a successful property investment journey in 2026 and reflects on his own evolution from a corporate trainee at Cadbury to a financially free investor, contrasting his early trial and error struggles with the abundance of high-quality resources available today. He emphasises that while property is not a get-rich-quick scheme and requires significant effort, the transition from an employee mindset to an asset-owner mindset—supported by a strong community and professional mentorship—is the most effective way to replace traditional income with long-term wealth. KEY TAKEAWAYS With the rise of online content, it is crucial to verify the credibility of mentors by checking their length of experience and the success of their students rather than just following anyone with a YouTube channel. Investing can be lonely; joining a local networking group like PIN provides an environment of like-minded people who offer inspiration, belief, and practical support to help you reach your goals faster. To achieve true wealth, you must transition from an "employee" (trading time for a salary) to an "owner" of assets like property or businesses that…

People in this episode

Host: Simon Zutshi

Topics covered

• property investment
• financial freedom
• mentorship
• networking
• wealth building

Keywords

• property investment
• financial freedom
• mentorship
• networking
• wealth building
• asset-owner mindset
• professional training

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cadbury, PIN

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