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Welcome to the Property Developer Show Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Sam Cooke, the owner of Blue Bricks Magazine, a leading publication with over 14,000 national readers. Sam shares his journey from starting as an estate agent to becoming a successful entrepreneur and property expert. After navigating the challenges of the pandemic, he launched his own property sourcing business and eventually bought Blue Bricks Magazine in 2022. Under his leadership, the magazine has flourished, culminating in the launch of The Blue Bricks Property Awards, which celebrates ethical property investors.

We dive deep into topics like:

- Growing a scalable property business
- The importance of ethical practices in property investing
- How Blue Bricks Magazine became a trusted voice for experienced investors
- Insights into the future of property and Sam’s ambitious plans for the magazine

Whether you're an established investor or just starting your journey, Sam's insights on systemisation, long-term growth, and creating an ethical business model in the property world are invaluable. Tune in to learn how to build a property business that stands the test of time!

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:57 Insights on the Property Industry
04:28 Challenges in the Housing Market
08:18 The Role of Technology and AI in Property Development
10:21 Vetting Contributors for Blue Bricks Magazine
13:27 Running a Property Magazine
20:58 Future Plans for Blue Bricks Magazine
23:47 Skills and Roles in Business
26:55 Lessons from a Mentor
28:53 The Importance of Just Starting
30:05 Balancing Personal and Business Life
33:59 The Journey of Success
41:22 Hot Topics in 2024
43:28 Conclusion and Farewell