Smart & Steady: How Sarah Watt Built a Risk-Proof Property Portfolio

02/25/25 • 41 min

"I'd love to be a Female Warren Buffet"

In this episode of the Honest Proper-Tea Podcast, Becky and Ruth sit down with Sarah Watt—a seasoned property investor who started her journey at just 23 after reading Rich Dad Poor Dad. With a background in accounting, Sarah takes a risk-aware approach to investing, focusing on sustainable growth, diversification, and long-term strategy.

We cover:

✅ Transitioning from self-managing properties to scaling with a team

✅ How tech is streamlining property management

✅ The balance between residential and commercial investments

✅ Why mindset and mentorship are key to success

Sarah keeps it real—property investing isn’t about overnight success; it’s about playing the long game. If you’re looking to grow your portfolio the smart way, this episode is a must-listen!

🎧 Tune in now and make sure to follow @honestproperteapod for more real talk on property investment.

You can connect with Sarah on Instagram @altstproperty

www.altstreetproperty.com

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sarah Watts and Her Journey

01:47 The Catalyst: Rich Dad Poor Dad and Early Investments

03:51 Risk Management in Property Investment

06:47 Learning Through Experience: The Importance of Gradual Growth

08:47 Self-Management vs. Delegation in Property Management

10:03 Transitioning to Self-Management: A Personal Journey

12:12 Building a Team: The Role of Virtual Assistants

15:29 Training and Systems for Effective Management

18:34 Technology and Tools for Remote Management

20:12 Diverse Portfolio: Types of Properties and Lessons Learned

22:39 Navigating Commercial Property Investments

25:14 The Evolution of Investment Strategies

26:35 Diversifying Beyond Property

28:41 Cultural Perspectives on HMOs

32:03 Understanding Different Asset Types

33:55 The Importance of Mentorship

37:04 Mindset and Investment Success

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Keywords: property investment, Sarah Watt, risk management, self-management, virtual assistants, property portfolio, technology in property, gradual growth, property management, investment strategies, commercial property, investment strategies, diversification, HMOs, mentorship, mindset, property portfolio, financial goals, real estate, investing

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"I'd love to be a Female Warren Buffet"

We cover:

✅ Transitioning from self-managing properties to scaling with a team

✅ How tech is streamlining property management

✅ The balance between residential and commercial investments

✅ Why mindset and mentorship are key to success

Sarah keeps it real—property investing isn’t about overnight success; it’s about playing the long game. If you’re looking to grow your portfolio the smart way, this episode is a must-listen!

🎧 Tune in now and make sure to follow @honestproperteapod for more real talk on property investment.

You can connect with Sarah on Instagram @altstproperty

www.altstreetproperty.com

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sarah Watts and Her Journey

01:47 The Catalyst: Rich Dad Poor Dad and Early Investments

03:51 Risk Management in Property Investment

06:47 Learning Through Experience: The Importance of Gradual Growth

08:47 Self-Management vs. Delegation in Property Management

10:03 Transitioning to Self-Management: A Personal Journey

12:12 Building a Team: The Role of Virtual Assistants

15:29 Training and Systems for Effective Management

18:34 Technology and Tools for Remote Management

20:12 Diverse Portfolio: Types of Properties and Lessons Learned

22:39 Navigating Commercial Property Investments

25:14 The Evolution of Investment Strategies

26:35 Diversifying Beyond Property

28:41 Cultural Perspectives on HMOs

32:03 Understanding Different Asset Types

33:55 The Importance of Mentorship

37:04 Mindset and Investment Success

@honestpropertysisters

@honestproperteapod

📝 FREE Entrepreneurs Guide to Wealth Building

🤝 FREE Honest Property Community

🏡 Beginner’s Road Map : BTL Portfolio Building!

📊 Deal Analyser

👩🏻‍💻 How we manage our Portfolio

Honest disclosure Some links may be affiliated

All enquiries please email 💌 [email protected]

www.honestpropertysisters.com

Interested in starting your own Podcast? 🎙️

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Previous Episode

The Power of Personal Branding in Property & Finance with Rosalia

"You can make an impact today."

In this episode of the Honest Property Podcast, Becky and Ruth sit down with Rosalia Lazzara, CEO & Founder of Manuka Media, to talk all things branding, finance, and making an impact.

Rosalia shares how losing her job during the pandemic led to building her own successful digital agency, and why financial literacy needs to be for everyone—not just the wealthy. She breaks down how social media is shaping the finance world, the three pillars of life, and why personal branding is a must for anyone looking to build trust and authority in property or finance.

Plus, Rosalia reveals insights from her book written for mortgage brokers, her future plans, and how giving back has played a key role in her success.

If you’re looking to grow your brand, level up your financial knowledge, and build a business that truly makes an impact, this episode is for you!

You can also watch the episode on Youtube

Connect with Rosalia on socials:

Instagram @manukamedia @rosalialazzara

TikTok: themoneyhoneypodcast

Linkedin: manukamedia

Website: https://manukamedia.co.uk/

Youtube and Podcast: @themoneyhoneypodcast

📚 Social Media Guide For Mortgage Brokers: How to Grow Your Brand on Social Media by Rosalia Lazzara-Tilley

Chapters

00:00- Introduction to Roz and Her Mission

02:40 - The Importance of Financial Literacy

05:47 - Navigating the Financial Landscape

08:18 - The Journey of Roz: From Redundancy to Entrepreneurship

11:28 - The Three Pillars of Life: Wealth, Love, and Health

14:05 - The Reality of Social Media and Success

17:03- Making an Impact Beyond Social Media

20:10 - The Value of Hard Work and Commitment

22:58 - Lessons from Service Jobs

25:54 - The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media

28:57 - The Entrepreneurial Spirit and Work Ethic

35:19 - The Journey of Entrepreneurship

37:32 - Lessons from Multi-Level Marketing

41:17 - The Importance of Personal Branding

46:55 - Creating a Niche in Social Media

52:34 - Future Aspirations and Community Building

@honestpropertysisters

@honestproperteapod

📝 FREE Entrepreneurs Guide to Wealth Building

🤝 FREE Honest Property Community

🏡 Beginner’s Road Map : BTL Portfolio Building!

📊 Deal Analyser

👩🏻‍💻 How we manage our Portfolio

Honest disclosure Some links may be affiliated

All enquiries please email 💌 [email protected]

www.honestpropertysisters.com

Interested in starting your own Podcast? 🎙️

Keywordsproperty, finance, personal branding, social media, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, women empowerment, marketing, business growth, community

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Next Episode

Wildpreneurship: How Anastasia Ttofis Redefines Business & Success

"There's Magic in the Mundane"

In this episode of the Honest Property Podcast, Becky and Ruth sit down with Anastasia Ttofis, a lawyer-turned-entrepreneur who’s building businesses that blend strategy with soul. ✨

As the CEO of ILA Property Finance, Anastasia is all about connecting business, somatics, and free-thinking entrepreneurship. She doesn’t believe in fitting into a traditional box—she’s a wildpreneur who’s redefining success on her own terms.

We talk about:

✅ The power of trusting yourself in business

✅ Why entrepreneurship is a personal and spiritual journey

✅ How blending logic with intuition leads to real success

If you’ve ever felt like you don’t fit the mould, this episode is for you.

Listen now! 🎧

You can connect with Anastasia on instagram:

@the.wildpreneur

@ila.propertyfinance

@success.andsoul

@hometruths.pod

Chapters00:00

Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Authenticity