The 7 Biggest Mistakes New Property Investors Still Make in 2025 (And How to Avoid Losing Thousands)

You’ve done the smart thing — you’ve downloaded guides, joined a newsletter, maybe even viewed a few deals.

But here’s the painful truth:

Most beginner investors still fall into the same traps.
And some of those mistakes can cost you thousands — or kill your confidence before you’ve even bought your first deal.

In this blog, I’m breaking down:

• 7 real mistakes I see (and made myself early on)

• How to dodge them with tools and simple fixes

• What I wish I’d known sooner (and what I now teach inside Property Success Club)

⚠️ Mistake #1: Viewing Properties Without a Script

“Winging it” in front of vendors or agents is a fast way to get ignored, ripped off, or talked down to.

What to do instead:
✅ Use a pre-written Fact-Finding Script
✅ Know your questions before the viewing
✅ Stay confident and in control

🎯 Solution: Inside the Property Starter Pack, I include the exact script I use today, plus a checklist to stay on track during viewings.

👉 Grab the full pack for £9.97 + VAT →

💸 Mistake #2: Overestimating Rent or Refinance Values

One bad assumption and your deal collapses.
Or worse — you’re stuck with a refurb that doesn’t stack.

How to fix it:
✅ Cross-check market rents with Rightmove/SpareRoom
✅ Use a BRRR or ROI calculator to stress test your numbers
✅ Always get a downside valuation before committing

🎯 These calculators come with every paid membership in Property Success Club — or inside the Starter Pack.

🧾 Mistake #3: Failing to Track Expenses from Day One

Even if you haven’t bought a property yet, if you're spending on fuel, training, tools, etc., and not tracking it... you’re leaving money on the table.

Fix:
✅ Use a simple spreadsheet or tax-ready expense tracker
✅ Save everything to Google Drive or Notion

🎯 The Business Setup Toolkit (coming soon!) includes a ready-to-go tracker and HMRC tax guide for new investors.

🧍‍♂️ Mistake #4: Sounding Like a Desperate Beginner on Calls

“I’m looking for my first investment... would you consider an offer?”

This screams inexperience — and kills credibility.

Do this instead:
✅ Follow a vendor call structure
✅ Use phrases like: “We help sellers who want flexibility and speed, even if their property hasn’t sold through traditional routes.”

🎯 The Vendor Call Confidence Pack is built specifically for this — including 10+ scripts and a call tracker.

👉 See the full script vault →

⛔ Mistake #5: Not Building a Funnel for Private Finance

You don’t need to ask people for money… but if you never show you have a process, nobody will offer.

How to solve it:
✅ Use a landing page + guide + call booking link
✅ Talk about your process confidently
✅ Make it about the investor’s returns, not your needs🎯 We teach this entire system in the Private Finance Masterclass — included inside the Club.

🏃‍♂️ Mistake #6: Rushing into Courses Without Taking Action

Some investors spend £5,000+ on courses... and still don’t make their first offer.

Do this instead:
✅ Take a challenge or use a structured daily workbook
✅ Focus on small wins, not 6-month plans
✅ Don’t wait for perfect — take imperfect action

🎯 My 30-Day Property Confidence Programme is built to help with this. Daily tasks, simple tools, and no overwhelm.

📉 Mistake #7: Giving Up Too Soon

Deals take effort. So does raising finance.
But most investors give up right before it starts working.

Fix:
✅ Surround yourself with other investors
✅ Get templates so you're not reinventing the wheel
✅ Celebrate progress, not perfection

🎯 The Property Success Club is designed for this — affordable support, real tools, no fluff.

🎁 Want to Avoid These Mistakes (and Get the Tools to Succeed)?

Here are 3 ways to move forward today:

✅ Option 1: Get the Property Investor Starter Pack

Includes scripts, calculators, mistakes guide, and a viewing checklist.
🎯 Perfect for beginners who want to do things right from day one.
👉 Buy for £9.97 + VAT →

✅ Option 2: Buy the Vendor Call Confidence Pack

Scripts, objection handling, mindset boosters, call trackers.
🎯 Built to help you speak to sellers without nerves.
👉 Buy for £17 + VAT →

✅ Option 3: Join Property Success Club for £5.99/month

Get full access to all training, calculators, funnel builders, and our private investor vault.
🎯 Ideal if you're serious about building a portfolio in 2025.
👉 Join the Club →

Final Thought

Every mistake in this post? I’ve made it.

You don’t have to.

Start smart, move faster, and avoid costly errors — especially when the right tools already exist.