Is serviced accommodation a genuine upgrade on buy-to-let in today’s market? Ant sits down with SA operator Phil Saunders to unpack the numbers, the tech stack, and the reality of running SA at scale. From contractor-focused one-beds to 8-bed luxury homes, Phil shares the playbook: how to stabilise income, avoid the “Airbnb death spiral,” win more direct bookings, and navigate UK regulation. Includes a full case study of an 8-bed Grade II farmhouse (bought ~£300k; ~£130k–£140k gross; ~£40k+ net) — plus why adding a hot tub can add ~£40k/yr to revenue.
You’ll learn:
Why SA can deliver 2–3x BTL cashflow (with the same asset)
How to structure operations so it doesn’t become a second job
The two essential systems (channel manager + dynamic pricing)
Direct bookings strategy to keep 15–20% OTA fees in your pocket
Reviews, Superhost status, and safeguarding your listing performance
Regulation in Scotland/Wales/England — threats and opportunities
Market due diligence with AirDNA and why bigger homes can win
Links & Resources:
Phil on LinkedIn: “Phil Saunders”
Email: info@airbnb-masterclass.co.uk
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Is serviced accommodation a genuine upgrade on buy-to-let in today’s market? Ant sits down with SA operator Phil Saunders to unpack the numbers, the tech stack, and the reality of running SA at scale. From contractor-focused one-beds to 8-bed luxury homes, Phil shares the playbook: how to stabilise income, avoid the “Airbnb death spiral,” win more direct bookings, and navigate UK regulation. Includes a full case study of an 8-bed Grade II farmhouse (bought ~£300k; ~£130k–£140k gross; ~£40k+ net) — plus why adding a hot tub can add ~£40k/yr to revenue.
You’ll learn:
Why SA can deliver 2–3x BTL cashflow (with the same asset)
How to structure operations so it doesn’t become a second job
The two essential systems (channel manager + dynamic pricing)
Direct bookings strategy to keep 15–20% OTA fees in your pocket
Reviews, Superhost status, and safeguarding your listing performance
Regulation in Scotland/Wales/England — threats and opportunities
Market due diligence with AirDNA and why bigger homes can win
Links & Resources:
Phil on LinkedIn: “Phil Saunders”
Email: info@airbnb-masterclass.co.uk
EP157: From Hashtags to Houses: Milly Bellotti's Property Journey
Your Property Podcast
45 minutes 53 seconds
10 months ago
EP157: From Hashtags to Houses: Milly Bellotti's Property Journey
In this episode, we welcome Milly Bellotti or @postingproperty if you follow her on Instagram, a former social media strategist who made a dramatic shift to property investing. Listen in as Milly discusses her transition from crafting digital campaigns for big-name brands to developing her own property portfolio using the buy-refurbish-refinance strategy. She shares her strategy for utilising her expertise in social media to enhance her property ventures, attract finance, and create a strong personal brand that targets the property market. This session is packed with practical advice for those looking to blend digital skills with tangible assets, offering a unique perspective on personal and professional growth.
Book a free discovery call: https://calendly.com/milly_bellotti/socialmedia
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postingproperty/
Website: https://postingproperty.com/
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Your Property Podcast
Is serviced accommodation a genuine upgrade on buy-to-let in today’s market? Ant sits down with SA operator Phil Saunders to unpack the numbers, the tech stack, and the reality of running SA at scale. From contractor-focused one-beds to 8-bed luxury homes, Phil shares the playbook: how to stabilise income, avoid the “Airbnb death spiral,” win more direct bookings, and navigate UK regulation. Includes a full case study of an 8-bed Grade II farmhouse (bought ~£300k; ~£130k–£140k gross; ~£40k+ net) — plus why adding a hot tub can add ~£40k/yr to revenue.
You’ll learn:
Why SA can deliver 2–3x BTL cashflow (with the same asset)
How to structure operations so it doesn’t become a second job
The two essential systems (channel manager + dynamic pricing)
Direct bookings strategy to keep 15–20% OTA fees in your pocket
Reviews, Superhost status, and safeguarding your listing performance
Regulation in Scotland/Wales/England — threats and opportunities
Market due diligence with AirDNA and why bigger homes can win
Links & Resources:
Phil on LinkedIn: “Phil Saunders”
Email: info@airbnb-masterclass.co.uk
