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Good books for property investment
FOR THE LOVE OF BOOKS
A regular question asked in the property groups on social media is: What books do people recommend?
Books can teach you new things, change your perception and can even have a dramatic impact on your life.
We have compiled a list of books on property, personal development and business that have been recommended by other people in property that should keep you going for a while. Tick them off when you’ve read them!
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- Property Magic – Simon Zutshi
- SSAS Pensions – Mark Stokes
- Commercial to Residential Conversions – Mark Stokes
- Hustle Your Way To Property Success – Paul Ribbons
- Get Into Property – David Siegler
- No Money Down Property Investing – Kevin Mcdonnell
- Never Split The Difference – Chris Voss
- The Complete Guide To Property Investing – Rob Dix
- How To Be A Landlord – Rob Dix
- Property Sourcing Compliance – Tina Walsh
- Your Property Jumpstart – Paul McFadden
- Bricks, Mortar And Other People’s Money – Liam Ryan & Paul Taylor
- Start Now. Get Perfect Later – Rob Moore
- Property Investing Secrets – Rob Moore & Mark Homer
- Multiple Streams Of Property Income – Rob Moore
- Money – Rob Moore
- Life Leverage – Rob Moore
- Low Cost High Life – Mark Homer
- SSAS Pensions – Mark Stokes
- Eat That Frog! – Brian Tracy
- The Values Factor – Dr John Demartini
- The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read – Philippa Perry
- The Science Of Getting Rich – Wallace D Wattles
- Millionaire Success Habits – Dean Graziosi
- Think And Grow Rich – Napolean Hill
- The Compound Effect – Darren Hardy
- The Richest Man In Babylon – George S Clason
- The Midas Method – Stuart Goldsmith
- Rich Dad Poor Dad – Robert Kiyosaki
- Retire Young Retire Rich – Robert Kiyosaki
- Rich Dad’s Cashflow Quadrant – Robert Kiyosaki
- The 12 Week Year – Brian P Moran
- Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter – Curtis Jackson
- Can’t Hurt Me: Master Your Mind And Defy The Odds – David Goggins
- Awaken The Giant Within – Tony Robbins
- Unshakable: Your Guide To Financial Freedom – Tony Robbins
- The 5 Second Rule – Mel Robbins
- Confidence – Katie Piper
- The Ultimate Book Of Mind Maps – Tony Buzan
- Maxout Your Life – Ed Mylett
- Atomic Habits – James Clear
- Get Off Your Ass – Brad Burton
- The Miracle Morning Series – Hal Elrod
- The 10X Rule – Grant Cardone
- High Performance Habits – Brendan Burchard
- Chimp Paradox – Prof Steve Peters
- Total Recall: My Unbelievably True Life Story – Arnold Schwarzenegger
- Shoe Dog: A Memoir By The Creator Of Nike – Phil Knight
- Slight Edge: Secret To A Successful Life – Jeff Olsen
- Secrets Of The Millionaire Mind – T. Harv Eker
- Law Of Attraction: The Secret Behind ‘The Secret’ – Michael Losier
- She Means Business – Carrie Green
- Principles: Life And work – Ray Dalio
- Winning – Jack Welch
- The Black Swan – Nassim Nicholas Taleb
- What I Learned Losing A Million Dollars – Jim Paul & Brendan Moynihan
- The Millionaire Fastlane – MJ De Marco
- Unscripted – MJ De Marco
- How To Get Rich – Felix Dennis
- How To Be F*cking Awesome – Dan Meredith
- How To Win Friends And Influence People – Dale Carnegie
- Battle Ready – Ollie Ollerton
- The 4-hour Work Week – Timothy Ferriss
- The Ultimate Jim Rohn Library – Jim Rohn & Nightingale Conant
- The One Thing – Gary Keller & Jay Papasan
- The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People – Stephen R Covey
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Lockdown Makeovers
Whilst many refurbishment and development projects have slowed down or come to a complete halt during the last couple of months of lockdown, some property investors have maximised on having more free time and made the most of the rare opportunity to complete projects within their own homes. Here are a few examples of some rather inspired designs.
Victorian-inspired library
Colleen, of Pendant Financial Services and property investor
“My house was built in the late 1860s so I wanted to design something that was in keeping with the Victorian period, but with a modern twist. The wallpaper, curtains, rugs and chairs are the classic design “The Strawberry Thief” by William Morris. I painted the custom-made shelving and cupboards two-tone for a more modern look, using Dulux Lost Lake and Golden Beet. The lamp is a Tiffany-style shade and the piano is a family heirloom. The books range from the mid-1800s and I am very fussy about what order they go in!”
WC glamour
Shalona Beaumont, nurse, cake maker and property investor
“I am quirky and wild at heart. The wallpaper is from the Decorating Centre Online and I hung it myself, my friend made bespoke panelling (before Lockdown) to fit the room correctly and tie in with the theme. I painted the waterproof MDF panels with Zinsser AllCoat tinted to Black Blue by Farrow and Ball, also made up by Decorating Centre Online. The tiles are from CDT with a dark grey grout. The mirror belonged to my late Nan and the picture of the old pear soap was my late mum’s. The whole room was decorated around these two pieces. I am now in two-minds about creating a fake-plant ceiling to make it really individual!”
Home-schooling playtime heaven
Chris Garvey of CG Joinery & Building and property investor
“I’ve been wanting to transform the garden for the kids for the last two years but, being so busy completing projects for my clients, I’ve never had the time. I’m so thankful for the time the pandemic has given me. While my projects are on hold, I’ve been able to create something that my kids absolutely love and they spend most of their time playing with. It’s allowed the kids to let their imagination run wild – the castle has been a fortnite tower, princess castle, dungeon and climbing frame. Seeing them so happy whilst being outdoors has made me the happiest dad in the world! My kids are my world and building this for them has been the most satisfying and enjoyable project I’ve ever done.”