Builder-for-Hire to Award-Winning Developer – Off Market Deals and Funding Them Using Other People´s Money with Matt Hawes

Builder-for-Hire to Award-Winning Developer – Off Market Deals and Funding Them Using Other People´s Money with Matt Hawes

Author: Kevin McDonnell May 26, 2026 Duration: 10:11
Become a part of the Progressive Property refer-a-friend scheme and Earn up to £250 when someone attends one of our events – you can enrol here: https://www.progressiveproperty.co.uk/raf/ Property is literally one of the only investment vehicles I can think of where you can start, grow, and scale a business using none of your own money. Today, we're going to meet Matt, who tried to build a property portfolio the wrong way. Then he came to Progressive and learned how to do it right. He now uses none of his own money, works with private investors, and in this latest deal, the owner of the property is lending him the money to do the deal. If you want to take the next step and put what you have learned from this podcast into action, you only need to click here - https://www.wealthbuilders.co.uk/progressive-podcast KEY TAKEAWAYS Be proactive, drive around look for opportunities and approach owners directly to see if they are interested in doing a deal.  Community and visibility are crucial: Progressive’s network provides brokers, architects, and investors. With the right architect and planning strategy, a single barn can be split into multiple smaller homes and even have floor space effectively doubled using mezzanines and smart design.   Joint ventures, with landowners and private investor funding projects, allow you to scale without risking your own money. Having multiple exit strategies is wise. It ensures the deal works almost regardless of how the market changes of what issues you face. Progressive teaches all of the exit strategies. It was a LinkedIn post that led directly to Matt’s award‑winning joint venture deal. Put yourself out there and use Progressive´s techniques to leverage social media. BEST MOMENTS  "Property is literally one of the only investment vehicles I can think of where you can start, grow, and scale a business using none of your own money."  "Under class Q, permitted development, you can take a rundown old barn and convert it into high-yielding residential property without needing full planning permission … This is a property equivalent of turning dust into diamonds."  "Wherever you are there´s always opportunities… I make a point when I'm driving around here, though I've lived there all my life, of going down different roads to get to different places."  VALUABLE RESOURCES MSOPI – Multiple Streams of Income: https://www.progressiveproperty.co.uk https://kevinmcdonnell.co.uk ABOUT THE HOST Sean Fitzpatrick is a property investor, educator, and the Face of Progressive Property. With a 6-figure portfolio and expertise in creative strategies, finance, and off-market deals, Sean shares success stories from the Progressive Property community, expert insights, and real-world strategies to help investors succeed. Tune in for practical tips and no-nonsense advice to accelerate your property journey. ABOUT THE HOST Kevin McDonnell is a Speaker, Author, Mentor & Professional Property Investor. He is an expert when it comes to creative property investment strategies. His book No Money Down: Property Invest talks about how to control and cash flow other people’s property to create financial freedom.   CONTACT METHOD https://www.facebook.com/kevinMcDonnellProperty https://kevinmcdonnell.co.uk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@progressiveproperty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0g1KuusONVStjY_XjdXy6g Twitter: https://twitter.com/progperty LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/progressiveproperty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progressiveproperty Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/progressivepropertycommunity Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Progperty This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Hosted by investor and educator Kevin McDonnell, The Progressive Property Podcast is a regular source of actionable strategies for navigating the UK property market. This isn't about generic theory; it’s a practical resource dissecting the methods that work for building a portfolio, from foundational principles to advanced scaling techniques. You’ll hear detailed discussions on buy-to-let, flipping properties, and creative strategies like deal packaging, all aimed at constructing multiple streams of property income. The focus is on leveraging knowledge-and often other people's capital-to build assets, emphasising how to move forward effectively even if your own starting capital is limited. Each episode is designed to condense years of experience, helping you avoid common pitfalls and make informed, strategic decisions that save both time and money. For anyone serious about property investment, from taking the first step to systematising a large-scale operation, this podcast serves as a direct line to the nuanced knowledge required for long-term financial freedom. Tune in for candid conversations that cut through the noise, offering the specific skills and confidence needed to progress in the complex world of real estate investment.
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