In this episode of the Scottish Property Podcast, Nick and Steven sit down with Jemima Spence, founder of Kelvin Grove Property Sourcing and Jemima Renovates. Jemima shares her remarkable journey from a modelling and acting career to becoming a property entrepreneur – and the challenges she faced along the way.

After leaving her ex-partner’s property business and walking away from a large amount of money, Jemima had to rebuild from scratch. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she launched her own sourcing business, found her first clients, and began growing a company that now helps investors source and refurbish properties across Scotland.

Jemima opens up about resilience, starting over, and why bold design and branding have become her trademark in property.

🎙️ Episode Highlights

🌟 Career Transition & Starting Over

  • From a successful career in modelling and acting to property investment

  • Leaving her ex-partner’s business and choosing to start again from scratch

  • Building confidence and resilience through personal and professional setbacks

🏡 Launching Kelvin Grove Property Sourcing

  • Starting her own business during the COVID-19 pandemic

  • How she found her first clients and attracted investors

  • Structuring her sourcing and refurb management fees

🛠️ Design, Branding & Refurbs

  • Why she believes in bold interiors that make properties stand out

  • Lessons learned from challenging renovation projects

  • Using social media and personal branding to grow trust and credibility

💬 Personal Life & Growth

  • Walking away from financial security to protect her independence

  • Balancing business growth with her personal journey after separation

  • Her focus on building a meaningful business – and a meaningful love life