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Masterclasses + Q&A timetable

Join us live to learn from property professionals and grab the opportunity to ask your questions.

Reminders and Zoom links will be sent to your email before every lesson.
Masterclasses
+ Q&A timetable
Join us live to learn from property professionals and grab the opportunity to ask your questions.

Reminders and Zoom links will be sent to your email before every lesson.
Upcoming masterclasses
27/09/2025
27/09/2025
The ex-planning officer’s guide that makes or breaks your HMO
Speaker: James x Ian Gracie
What you’ll learn:

✔️ What every robust planning application must include (drawings, statements, and supporting evidence).

✔️ The top reasons HMO applications get refused — and how to design them out from the start.

✔️ When to use a pre-application, what to ask, and how it can strengthen your case.

✔️ Key timelines, fees, and conditions to expect when applying for HMO permission.

✔️ How to approach an appeal: what evidence matters, how long it takes, and what it costs.

✔️ A step-by-step breakdown of James’s Hull HMO refusal — and how the strategy turned it into a success.
Further masterclass topics and dates to be confirmed.
Stay tuned as we bring more property professionals to you!
Previous masterclasses
15/08/2024
15/08/2024
Introduction to JPU
Speaker: James
How I started in property + Q&A
29/09/2024
29/09/2024
Property Tax Masterclass
Speaker: James & Provestor
Everything you need to know about property tax and Q&A
12/09/2024
12/09/2024
Buy-to-Let Deep Dive
Speaker: James
Deep diving into the Buy-to-Let strategy, looking at one of the deals that I have done + Q&A
10/10/2024
10/10/2024
Mortgage Clinic
Speaker: James & GetGround
Financing options, market updates, and Q&A with a qualified mortgage broker
26/10/2024
26/10/2024
HMO Deep Dive (Part 1)
Speaker: James
Deep diving into the HMO strategy, planning permission and licensing + Q&A
09/11/2024
09/11/2024
HMO Deep Dive (Part 2)
Speaker: James
How one HMO replaced my full-time income
21/11/2024
21/11/2024
Tax Efficiency in Buy-to-Let Investments
Speaker: James & GetGround
Explore the advantages of holding BTL properties through limited companies, including potential tax benefits and strategies for optimising returns.
07/12/2024
07/12/2024
Introductory Call
Speaker: James
Recently joined? Learn all about JPU and get your questions answered directly by James.
21/12/2024
21/12/2024
How to set up your property business in 2025
Speaker: James
Gain the knowledge and skills you need to launch your property business successfully in 2025 + Q&A.
11/01/2025
11/01/2025
Arranging your finance
Speaker: James
What you’ll learn:

💰 Interest only vs capital repayment

♻️ Releasing equity in your home to start

👀 You’re being watched! Learn what lenders want to see from you

💸 3 things to look for in a mortgage product

🔎 What does a ‘good’ mortgage broker do?

📈 Bridging finance pros vs cons

🏠 Refinancing
25/01/2025
25/01/2025
Better, cheaper refurbs (without going around the houses) + Q&A
Speaker: LNPG x James
What you’ll learn:

🛠 Who LNPG is and why they’re the go-to for UK landlords

🎥 How TV shows mislead investors about refurb and maintenance

💡 Key refurb areas: kitchens, boilers, bathrooms, flooring, and paint – what to prioritize and why

💷 Real-life examples: Contract prices vs. trade prices landlords should be paying

🛋 What products are genuinely fit-for-purpose vs. marketing gimmicks

🤝 How to connect with communities to share insights and learn from other landlords

📞 How to get started with LNPG for discounted refurb products and advice
16/02/2025
16/02/2025
Most Underrated Investment Area
Speaker: James
What you’ll learn:

✔️ Why East Yorkshire is an underrated but high-yielding investment area

✔️ My personal property deals and why I focus here

✔️ The best property strategies for this region

✔️ What’s happening with the Regeneration projects

✔️ How to source below-market-value deals

✔️ Rental demand, house price growth, and future predictions

✔️ Why you should act now before prices rise
13/03/2025
13/03/2025
Hybrid BTL – The Strategy You’ve Never Heard Of
Speaker: James
What you’ll learn:

📜 Stamp duty changes in 2025 and how this affects investors

🏠 BTL vs Hybrid BTL vs HMO

💡 Benefits of Hybrid BTL

📍 Why Hull is an underrated investment area

🗺️ Which streets in Hull work for Hybrid BTL & HMO

🏡 Investment properties for sale in Hull

🔑 Self-managing your properties vs using a letting agent

🚀 Join us live inside JPU to learn how to build a high-cashflow property portfolio!
05/04/2025
05/04/2025
The use of a limited company for owning property vs personal ownership
Speaker: James & Nuvo
Learn the key differences between owning property through a limited company vs personal ownership, including tax implications, liability, and financing options to help you make informed decisions for your property portfolio + Q&A
05/04/2025
05/04/2025
Introductory call
Speaker: James
Recently joined? Learn all about JPU and get your questions answered directly by James
22/05/2025
22/05/2025
From Zero to Seen: Building a Property Brand Online + Q&A
Speaker: James
What you’ll learn:

  • How to set up your Social Media from scratch ✅

  • How to create Content That Connects with your audience 👥

  • A Behind-the-Scenes look at my personal content creation process 🎬

  • My Full Equipment List (with links to everything I use) 🎥

  • The best Apps & Software that save time and boost results ⚙️

  • A proven Posting Strategy to stay consistent and visible 📊

  • How to drive Growth, Engagement & Monetization on your platforms 🚀
05/07/2025
05/07/2025
🇨🇳 Airbnb Deep Dive + Inside Our China Furniture Trip – What Did We Find & Was It Worth It?
Speaker: James
What we will cover:

🇨🇳 Firstly we are covering our recent furniture sourcing trip to China – Was it worth it?

Then, if you’re looking to get into the Airbnb strategy, this one is for you. We will dive deep into setting up your Airbnb like a pro as we’ll be covering:

🏠 What makes a great SA property

🛏 Exactly what to include in your Airbnb setup (and where to buy it cheap)

🔐 Smart locks, guest check-in & automated messaging

📅 Channel managers: What they are and how they help you stay organised

💸 How to price like a pro with dynamic pricing tools

🧼 Cleaners, linen systems & managing maintenance

🌐 Where to list your property (and which platforms perform best)

🛡 How to protect yourself with smart damage deposits

📊 A real Airbnb deal breakdown with full costs & net profit

  • 📚 Homework & ⁉️ Live Q&A
23/08/2025
23/08/2025
Most Underrated Investment Area
Speaker: James
What you’ll learn:

✔️ Why East Yorkshire is an underrated but high-yielding investment area

✔️ My personal property deals and why I focus here

✔️ The best property strategies for this region

✔️ What’s happening with the Regeneration projects

✔️ How to source below-market-value deals

✔️ Rental demand, house price growth, and future predictions

✔️ Why you should act now before prices rise
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