From Modeling to Property Investing – Jemima’s Bold Career Shift

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