?? Trapped in Your Business? How to Build an Exit Plan with Property
You built your business for freedom… but now it owns you.
When you first started, you had a vision: ? Work for yourself, not someone else ? Make great money and have control over your time ? Build a business that supports your life, not takes over it
But let’s be honest… is that how it feels now?
?? The Reality for Many Business Owners
?? You’re working 60+ hours a week, and if you step away, things fall apart. ?? You’re constantly firefighting—staff issues, supplier delays, cash flow stress. ?? You make good money, but it feels like you’re on a never-ending treadmill. ?? You can’t see an exit strategy—the business depends too much on you.
I know this feeling because I lived it.
For 24 years, I worked in vehicle remarketing, managing a multi-million-pound business. The stress, the long hours, and the feeling of being trapped in a job I created for myself hit me hard.
It wasn’t until I started investing in property that I found a way out.
At 46, I retired from my corporate job and moved to Spain, living off the passive income from my property portfolio. Now, I help business owners do the same—without creating another job for themselves.
If this sounds like where you are right now, here’s how you build your escape plan.
?? Step 1: Define Your Exit Target
The first mistake business owners make? They don’t know their number.
?? How much money do you need per month to step back from your business? For example:
Without a target, you’ll never know when you’ve achieved financial freedom.
?? Action Step: Write down your target monthly income goal from property.
?? Step 2: Choose the Right Property Strategy
Not all property strategies are created equal. You need one that fits your income goal AND your available time.
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?? Strategy 1: Buy-to-Let (BTL) – The Long-Term Asset Builder
? Hands-off once set up ? Best for steady, long-term passive income ? Good if you have capital to invest
?? Challenge: Slower to build cash flow.
?? Strategy 2: HMOs – The High-Cashflow Model
? Generates higher rental income per property ? A good way to replace income faster ? Works well with professional property management
?? Challenge: Requires strong management systems to remain hands-off.
?? Strategy 3: Serviced Accommodation – Maximum Profit Potential
? Generates 2x-3x the income of a standard rental ? Great for business & leisure travellers ? Can be fully outsourced to a management company
?? Challenge: Seasonal income fluctuations.
?? Action Step: Choose the strategy that best fits your income goal & risk tolerance.
?? Step 3: Make It Hands-Off
Here’s the mistake most business owners make when they start property investing: They try to do everything themselves.
But you don’t have time to manage tenants, deal with maintenance, and find deals.
?? The key to scaling property investing without adding more work is outsourcing.
? Property Sourcers – Find the best off-market deals for you. ? Mortgage Brokers – Get the best funding options. ? Solicitors & Accountants – Ensure your deals are structured properly. ? Property Managers – Handle tenants, bookings, and maintenance.
?? Action Step: Identify the areas where you need support and start building your team.
?? Your Next Step: Book a Free Exit Plan Call
?? If you’re serious about escaping the daily grind, I can help you map out a 3-year property investing plan to replace your income.
?? Click here to book a free call: https://ianbluck.theprofitcoach.com/discovery-call
You don’t have to be stuck in this cycle forever. Property investing isn’t just about making money—it’s about buying back your time and taking control of your future.
If you’re ready, let’s make it happen. ??
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