Launching a Property Academy in the North West (Sophie Thompson & Michael McCaul) | Chatzzz Ep. 129

In this episode of Chatzzz, Adam sits down with Michael McCaul and Sophie Thompson, the Carlisle-based couple behind Santo Mil Properties a business on a mission to raise the standard of rental accommodation and change the conversation around landlords.

Michael and Sophie share how they started out in property during Covid, why they decided to go all-in after travelling, and what it really takes to launch a property business with purpose.

They also talk about:

- Building Santo Mil and why transparency, sustainability, and tenant care come first
- Using social media to show the real side of property investing — mistakes and all
- Launching The Property Investment Academy – North West in Carlisle
- How the right education and network helped them quit their jobs and go full time
- Their mission to help young people and everyday investors build a better financial future

From behind-the-scenes insights to real-life struggles, this episode is packed with value for anyone interested in property, entrepreneurship, or building something that actually makes a difference.