Meet Ryan Malee, founder of Create Properties and a seasoned entrepreneur, property developer, and investor. Starting his career in the trades, Ryan’s journey took a dramatic turn when he discovered his wife was pregnant with their first child. Motivated to build more than just a business, he aimed to leave a lasting legacy. Along the way, Ryan faced incredible challenges, losing £250,000 in a property deal gone wrong, being told he would go bankrupt, and surviving a life-threatening accident with only a 30% chance of survival.

In this episode, Ryan shares his story of resilience and the mindset that helped him overcome adversity. Whether you’re a property developer, investor, or entrepreneur, his insights on cultivating a resilient mindset are invaluable for navigating the ups and downs of the property world. This is a must-listen for anyone looking to stay strong and succeed against the odds.

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Chapters:
00:00 Coming up
02:24 Who Ryan is and how Create Properties started
05:41 Making decisions after losing £250,000
27:13 Building a resilient mindset
31:54 Facing a 30% chance of survival – what changed
35:30 The generational shift and the death of hard work
49:24 How to connect with Ryan

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Is traditional building becoming a thing of the past? In this episode, we explore, what MMC is (modern methods of construction), the rise of MMC and whether it’s really cheaper and more efficient than traditional build.

We discuss how tier 1 developers are shifting towards MMC and why it’s worth serious consideration, especially if you're building to hold.

You’ll hear why MMC can be more cost-effective in the long run, the importance of having the right team in place, and how the wrong setup can cause costly setbacks for property developers. We also unpack some of the assumptions about speed and savings and what really happens once those systems hit your site.

Whether you're exploring MMC for the first time or want to avoid common mistakes, this episode gives you a grounded look at what works, what doesn’t, and what to be aware of.

Contact Gavin:
https://instagram.com/_gavinwilkes/
https://linkedin.com/in/gavinwilkes/
Dynamic Build Group: https://www.dynamicbuilduk.com/

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Chapters:

00:00 Coming up
00:32 What is MMC (Modern Methods of Construction)?
03:00 How do you determine which MMC method is best for your project?
05:34 MMC vs traditional build: which is more cost-effective?
13:30 How MMC has evolved post-Covid
16:06 Are there government incentives for using MMC?
17:49 Why tier 1 developers are using timber frame: is it the new standard?
21:22 How developers can start using MMC and make the transition
36:29 What do Dynamic Build Group actually do?

Aston Haslam returns to share what’s happened with a Manchester city centre deal that’s dragged on for 18 months with no progress and what that’s taught him. We get into the importance of having a profitable business alongside your property portfolio (even if they’re unrelated), and why growing your portfolio isn’t always the smartest move.

You’ll learn how to squeeze more out of what you already own, by cutting costs, bringing maintenance in-house, and using tech to boost efficiency. Aston also explains how he’s using property trading to generate fast cash flow, no refurb, just strategy and reveals the “old-school” method he still uses to find deals that work.

If you’re building a property business in 2025 and want the unfiltered truth about what it really takes, this episode is packed with lessons to help you become a better, wiser investor.

Watch Aston's first episode: https://youtu.be/VeBV4-GxoQk

Contact Aston:
https://instagram.com/astonhproperty/
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Astonhproperty

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