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Paul Sargent is proof that consistency wins in rent-to-rent. Since joining Simon back in 2020, Paul has grown steadily year on year—building a streamlined rent-to-SA operation that now manages 42 units and generates over £200,000 annually. In this video, Paul reflects on the key moves that fuelled his growth: building strong relationships, focusing on systems, and staying the course even when others gave up. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale, this is a masterclass in playing the long game and building a business that lasts.

Sit down with two standout mentees who’ve used the Rent-to-Rent 2.0 strategy to build profitable property businesses in London. One of them is Julie from West London, whose story is a masterclass in fast, focused action and smart decision-making. Starting from zero, Julie grew her rent-to-rent portfolio to four properties in just one year—two flats in Reading targeting the corporate market, and two additional deals secured in Acton. What’s more, she reached £15,000 in monthly cash flow just over a month after taking those bold steps. Julie shares the mindset shifts, the calculated risks, and the strategic moves that helped her scale quickly and confidently—all while creating a business built on strong fundamentals and long-term potential.

Check out Alisha's very first rent-to-rent deal in Manchester, where she transformed a newly renovated three-bed, 1.5-bath mid-terrace house into a stylish and highly profitable serviced accommodation. In this video, Alicia shares the details of how she found this property, the design choices she made, and how she's targeting the perfect guests, including construction workers and groups visiting the nearby attractions like Manchester City's stadium and the new Co-op Live arena. Learn from her experience, including her tips on negotiation, managing bookings, and her goals for expanding her property portfolio by the end of the year.

This is Mentee of the Month Alaa—and her journey is nothing short of transformational. After 8 months with zero deals, she joined the programme and within just 6 months secured her first 3 properties, generating £1,400 per month in passive income. Fast forward just 4 months later, and Alaa has added a fourth deal to her portfolio—one that cost just £2,000 to set up and is now set to return that same figure every single month. Her total passive income has now reached £4,000/month—and she’s only just warming up. Alaa’s latest deal required just a £2,000 setup and is projected to generate £2,000/month in pure profit—making it her most efficient rent-to-rent yet. With four properties now producing £4,000/month total, she’s built serious momentum and continues to scale smart and fast.