Hi everyone, and welcome back to The Property GP Diaries! We’re Michael and Laura Taylor, the husband-and-wife duo behind Powerful Property. Over the years, we’ve transitioned from public sector careers to building a growing HMO portfolio across southern England, and we’re here to help you do the same!
While we’re taking a bit of a break for the festive season, we didn’t want to leave you without something valuable. So, we’ve pulled together some of our favourite moments and key insights from past episodes to keep you inspired until we’re back in January.
In this episode, we explore one of the greatest challenges we face in life and property—how to be happy while pursuing your dreams. It’s easy to get caught up in the chase for the next goal, but as we share from our own experience, we’ve learned to focus on the journey rather than just the destination. Michael talks about how he shifted his focus this year to “enjoying the journey” rather than simply reaching new milestones.
We also revisit our personal traditions, like the Taylor Bucket List, where we sit down as a family every year to plan fun activities and trips. This year, we’ve ticked off things like a trip to Spain and afternoon tea at the Ritz—all things that have helped bring more joy and intention to our lives.
On a more personal note, Michael shares his experience with counseling. After 10 months of therapy, he reflects on how it’s helped him gain a deeper understanding of himself and navigate challenges more effectively. It’s all part of our approach to building a life by design—a life that prioritizes balance, family, and meaningful experiences alongside property investments.
We also discuss the importance of knowing your numbers in property investing. Whether you’re just starting or managing multiple properties, the numbers are non-negotiable. In our latest deal, a commercial-to-HMO conversion, we’ve pulled out all our invested money and are seeing great returns. But it all comes down to understanding the numbers inside and out.
Until then, enjoy the holidays, and here’s to designing a life you love!
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