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    Hello and Welcome

    Empowering Property Developers and Landlords

    Building a business is one thing. Managing it's finances is another!

    It’s time to make your money work for you and keep more of it!

     

    About Us

    With decades of experience in financial management and a passion for empowering business success, I help you turn your vision into a thriving, financially secure reality

    The founder and managing director of Business Bright, Ally O'Meally-Watson is a Chartered Management Accountant (CIMA). She has over 30 years of accountancy experience within the UK working with companies such as Carib Construction, award-winning, Blackburn's Design Consultants (London), Amani Jones Limited , Clean Break Theatre Company, The Welsh National Opera, Cinetig Films and more.

    Ally is also a director and chair of Winding Snake Productions. She recently started working with the Branson Centre of Entrepreneurship in the Caribbean as a finance coach.

    "For decades, I’ve helped creative founders make sense of their finances, scale profitably, and plan strategically. Now, I am bringing that same clarity and structure to the world of property - helping rental owners build lasting wealth with calm, confident systems".

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  • 🪺 The Numbers Nest

    Rental Profits Academy

    Your Strategic Partner for Maximum Rental Property Profits

    Are you guessing about rent increases? Wondering if that renovation is worth it? Unsure whether to convert to long-term rentals or stick with short-term? Making property decisions based on gut feelings instead of hard data?

    You're not alone. Most rental property owners are missing out on thousands in potential profits because they're making decisions without strategic financial analysis.

    Picture This...

    What If You Could...

    Know which properties are your profit powerhouses and which are underperforming
    Get data-driven recommendations on rent increases, renovations, and conversions
    See exactly how your properties compare to similar rentals in your market
    Calculate the ROI on every improvement before you spend a dollar
    Make confident expansion decisions based on proven financial performance
    Identify the specific changes that will add hundreds to your monthly income

    Tax ease: Instead of panicking about missed deductions or wondering "Can I claim this expense?", you know for sure.

    Does This Sound Painfully Familiar?

    Not Knowing Your Real Profit: Tracking rent income but not really knowing if each property is profitable after all expenses, repairs, and taxes

    Expense Confusion: Wondering what's deductible, what needs receipts, and how to properly track and categorize rental expenses

    Cash Flow Surprises: Getting hit with unexpected repair bills or tax payments because you didn't plan ahead

    Bookkeeping Backlog: Letting months of transactions pile up, then spending weekends trying to catch up

    Template Struggle: Using generic business templates that don't fit rental properties or trying to create your own system from scratch

    If you're nodding along, you're not alone. And you're definitely not stuck.

    Introducing Numbers Nest Managed - Rental Profit Academy

    Your complete rental property profit optimization system - where your books get done professionally while you learn to maximize every dollar from your properties.

    Here's Your Complete Rental Property Strategy System for Just £100/Month, one property:

    🏠 Monthly Strategy Sessions with Real-World Insights

    Join our exclusive monthly group calls where we share:

    • Market trends affecting rental profitability
    • Case studies from successful property conversions (STR to LTR, additions, etc.)
    • ROI analysis techniques for property improvements
    • Strategic timing for rent increases and major decisions
    • Member success stories and lessons learned

    Learn from property owners who are actively growing their rental empires - including strategies I'm using on my own properties right now.

    📊 Strategic Property Performance Analysis

    Just send us your property bank statements - we turn your data into profit insights.

    Every month you receive:

    • Property-by-property profit performance reports
    • Market rate analysis showing if you're under or overpriced
    • Expense optimization recommendations to boost your bottom line
    • ROI calculations for potential improvements or conversions
    • Benchmarking against similar properties in your area

    Typical commentary extract

    "Your Garden Apartment is generating 23% higher profit per square foot than comparable units - here's how to replicate this success across your other properties."

    💡 Quarterly Strategic Profit Consultations

    30-minute 1 to 1 private sessions every quarter focused on YOUR property portfolio:

    • Comprehensive profitability analysis with specific action steps
    • "Should I renovate, convert, or expand?" decision support with ROI projections
    • Market positioning strategy for each property
    • Personalized roadmap for maximizing your rental income
    • Direct access to strategies I'm using on my own property conversions

    Like having a rental property investment advisor who's actively growing their own portfolio and knows what really works.

    📧 Ongoing Email Support

    Questions between sessions? We've got you covered.

    Quick answers to urgent financial questions

    Guidance on rental property decisions

    Support when you need it most

    Examples of The Results that We Aim For:

    The market analysis showed I was undercharging by £100/month. The ROI calculator proved adding AC would pay for itself in 14 months. These weren't just reports - they were my roadmap to an extra £3,400 this year.

    I was torn between converting to long-term rentals or staying short-term. The detailed financial comparison made the decision obvious - I maintained my annual profit, but with far less work.

    Perfect for Strategic Rental Property Owners

    Whether you have 1 property or 10+, this academy is designed for owners who want to:

    Make data-driven decisions instead of guessing

    Maximize profits through strategic improvements and pricing

    Get expert guidance from someone actively managing rental properties

    Access proven strategies that work in today's market

    Build wealth through smart property management decisions

    Pricing: £100/month, per property

    (£50/month for each additional property.

    There is a one time £400 system set up fee but this is waived, if you commit to six months membership in the academy).

    Compare this to:

    • Bookkeeper only: £100-300/per month (no strategic guidance)
    • Hiring a rental property consultant: £150-300/hour
    • Missing rental income from poor pricing decisions: £2,400+/year
    • Wrong renovation choices: £5,000-15,000 in wasted investment
    • Missed expansion opportunities: £10,000+/year in potential income

    Your academy enrollment pays for itself with just one good decision while setting you up for continuous profit growth.

    Ready to Stop Guessing and Start Profiting?

    Join Numbers Nest Rental Profit Club Today

    Limited founding member spots available

    ENROLL TODAY

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: What makes this different from just hiring a bookkeeper?
    A: We're rental property strategists who handle your books as part of comprehensive profit optimization. You get market analysis, ROI calculations, and strategic guidance from someone actively investing in rentals.

    Q: How do you know what advice to give for my market?
    A: We analyze your local market data, comparable properties, and rental trends. Plus, as active rental property owners ourselves, we understand the real challenges you're facing.

    Q: What if I miss a monthly strategy session?
    A: All sessions are recorded. Plus you still get your monthly bookkeeping done and the key insights in your monthly reports whether you attend a group strategy session or not.

    Q: Can I cancel anytime?
    A: Absolutely. No contracts, no hassles.

    Q: What about properties in different locations?
    A: I specialize in rental properties primarily in the UK and Jamaica, where I have on the ground market knowledge and actively manage short term and long term rental properties myself.

    Ready to stop guessing and start making strategic rental property decisions?

    ENROLL IN THE ACADEMY TODAY

    Numbers Nest Managed - Rental Profit Academy
    Where Smart Property Owners Come to Maximize Profits

    Summary of what you get:

    • Monthly Group Strategy Sessions with Real-World Insights
    • Every month you receive Property-by-property profit performance reports
    • 30-minute private sessions every quarter focused on YOUR property portfolio:
    • Ongoing Email Support. Questions between sessions? We've got you covered.

    We have a DIY version of the Numbers Nest with guided support

    Choose Your Level of Support

    Nest Essentials — £35/month

    Perfect for small investors who just want bookkeeping & tax guidance and templates.

    What you get:

    Monthly 45-minute Books, Budget & Tax Sessions - Complete system for tracking, planning, and tax preparation

    • 📊 Proven Rental Property Templates - Excel/Google Sheets or software for income tracking, expense categories, and profit analysis
    • 📋 Monthly Action Checklists - Stay on top of bookkeeping, budgeting, and tax deadlines
    • 📑 Deduction Maximizer Guides - Know what's deductible and how to document it properly
    • 💰 Annual Tax Prep Bootcamp - 2-hour January session to organize everything for tax season
    • 💬 Private Member Group - Ask questions and share tips with fellow small investors
    • 🎯 Seasonal Planning - Budget for repairs, void periods, and tax payments like a pro

    Works with whatever system you prefer - Excel, Google Sheets, or accounting software (software subscription is not included).

    Numbers Nest Managed Academy — £100/month, one property

    For investors who want profit performance reports, their books done for them and strategic advice.

    • Monthly Group Property Profits Strategy Sessions
    • Your books done for you monthly, so that you can make decisions based on your numbers
    • Quarterly 1-on-1 Reviews (30 minutes) - Personal guidance on your specific properties and tax situation
    • 📞 Email Support - Get answers to urgent tax questions between sessions
    • 🚨 Tax Alert System - Personal reminders for estimated payments, deadlines, and savings opportunities

    CIMA-Qualified Accountant Now Specializing in Rental Property Finance

    Testimonial

    "I am more enthusiastic about reading my financials monthly because now it makes better sense for the growth of my company, and I now have better financial goals in mind. I use my accounting system differently now; ensuring accurate data input provides me with the correct reports and balances synced with my bank.

    Thanks to Ally, I can confidently use financial terms, whether basic accounting or top-level economic language when speaking with financial institutions. Ally gave me more than just financial mentorship; she gave me financial confidence and better business health. Every business needs an 'Ally'"

    - Stacy-Ann Wilson, Odem Creative Media Limited

    Your Risk-Free Guarantee

    Limited Founding Member Spots

    I'm accepting just 15 founding managed members to ensure everyone gets proper attention in the group strategy sessions and the community stays supportive and intimate.

    Once these spots are filled, the next group won't start until 2026.

    JOIN THE NUMBERS NEST - PROPERTY PROFITS ACADEMY TODAY

    Nest Essentials

    CIMA Accountant Guided DIY Bookkeeping, Budgeting & Tax Sessions

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    £35.00

    per month

    • Monthly 45-minute guided sessions - Books & tax focus
    • Proven rental property templates - Excel/Google Sheets included
    • Private member community - Ask questions anytime
    • Annual Tax Prep Bootcamp - 2-hour January session
    • Monthly action checklists - Stay on track all year
    • Deduction guides - Know what you can claim

    Perfect for hands-on investors

    Nest Managed

    Done For You Service

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    £100.00

    per month, one property

    • We do your books for you and send you profit performance reports & commentary
    • Monthly Group Profit Optimisation Sessions
    • Quarterly 1-on-1 reviews (30 minutes each quarter)
    • Email support between sessions
    • Personal tax reminders and deadline alerts
    • Custom template adjustments for your specific needs

    Like having a rental property financial strategist on speed dial

    Get clarity without the

    overwhelm.

    Like a gym membership for your finances—with coaching.

  • Client Testimonials

    Trusted by Creative Entrepreneurs — Now Helping Property Investors Thrive

    For decades, I’ve helped creative agencies and founders make sense of their finances, scale profitably, and plan strategically.

    Now, I bring that same clarity and structure to the world of property — helping rental owners build lasting wealth with calm, confident systems.

    'I met Ally in the Branson Centre of Entrepreneurship Caribbean training program for Jamaican Entrepreneurs. Going into the program, I had a basic knowledge of accounting. I wasn't confident in reading financial reports, and what reports were most beneficial in monitoring cash flow, "real profit," cost savings or waste.

    I wanted a financial mentor since financial planning was a valuable skill necessary to scale and grow my business, but I was not prepared for the impact Ally would have on my business and my mindset. Each week we would meet for advisory sessions, where I would outline strategies and prospects for revenue, and Ally would give advice. She stressed the importance of planning and understanding the actual cost associated with my services.

    Ally emphasized measuring the financial health of my business by tracking my cash flow using agile reporting templates. She coached me with demonstration and practice to understand budgeting and forecasting, that cash is king, and that there are distinct differences between sales, profits, and cash, in how they affect business growth. I no longer feel like a rookie in financial planning due to Ally's mentorship.

    I am more enthusiastic about reading my financials monthly because now it makes better sense for the growth of my company, and I now have better financial goals in mind. I use my accounting system differently now; ensuring accurate data input provides me with the correct reports and balances synced with my bank.

    Thanks to Ally, I can confidently use financial terms, whether basic accounting or top-level economic language when speaking with financial institutions. Ally gave me more than just financial mentorship; she gave me financial confidence and better business health''.

    Every business needs an "Ally"

    - Stacy-Ann Wilson - Odem Creative Media Limited

    The Fearless Finance workshop with Ally really was an eye opener into how important and useful it can be to understand the financial side of your business even though from the offset it can appear daunting. It has helped me to see how I can begin marking my progress and understand my business in more depth to allow me to understand its capabilities for growth. My subsequent 1-2-1 with Ally was great to begin setting up some important financial documents, creating annual and monthly targets to check that I'm on track and make sure that I am making my business is working for me. Thank you Ally for your knowledge and encouragement.

    —Clarice Price Thomas - Jewellery Designer/Maker

    Ally worked for over a year as a financial consultant on the New Creative Markets Programme. Her specialist knowledge and experience of working with businesses in the creative industries allowed her to quickly build confidence with the artists and designers. She delivered excellent 'Fearless Finance' workshops that were accessible to businesses at various stages of growth and engaged participants through visual mapping. She worked with businesses on a 121 basis and received consistently good feedback. I would highly recommend Ally as a consultant for creative businesses and her work on the New Creative Markets Programme has had a measurable impact.

    -www.spacestudios.org.uk and Lena Nix - Artist Development Manager

    Ally is great person to work with and her financial skills and knowledge has helped BDC develop its financial management arrangements from financial planning, monitoring and projecting through to the statement of accounts. She puts a lot of effort and time into assisting my office manage the income and expenditure accounts throughout the year giving solid quarterly advice, financial information and benchmarking for key performance factors that we agree which is invaluable in successfully running my business and projecting to the end of year statement of accounts.

    —Byron Davies OBE, Managing Director BDConsulting (UK)

    Allocating the time to your business plan just doesn't seem to happen when you are busy working on a day by day basis. However, working with Ally from Business Bright on our business planning process has been of such a huge benefit to JacBee and a great way of making you as a business take some dedicated time out to focus, discuss and more importantly plan'.

    —Victoria Beesley, Co-Director, JacBee Ltd http://www.jacbee.co.uk/

    Business Bright make a refreshing change to the usual accountancy firms, taking a keen interest in the intricacies of our business over and above the routine number crunching. Our regular review meetings definitely add value and help us to shape our ongoing business marketing and development plans.

    —Ronsons Restaurants (Herb & Ellies)

    Before I started working with Ally on my Financial Roadmap, I was hesitant because I already had a bookkeeper and accountant on my team. However, after my initial chat with Ally, I found that she didn’t use too much jargon and made it all really easy for me to understand my business numbers.

    The feature that I loved most about the program was that I became crystal clear (well almost) about what my financial statements actually meant and Ally found some errors in my accounts that I was not aware of. Together, we quickly got my accounting system up to date and sorted and I also had a set of forecasts so that I could secure much needed additional funding. I can now track my progress and grow my company with greater confidence. By the way, I increased by income by 95% and reduced my business expenditure by 25% so far since starting our financial strategy sessions.

    I certainly would recommend the Financial Roadmap Program to anyone that is scared stiff about financials, doesn’t understand their accounts and doesn’t know what questions to ask their bookkeeper/accountant.

    I now have Ally as my monthly finance coach which has been invaluable because I get to sit down with her every month. She prepares my management reports and talks me through my statements as well as being a sounding board for my non-financial business issues and ideas.

    - Alex Palma - Kina Events, London

    What people say about the Right-Brain Business Planning Course:

    This course helped me re-energize and align my vision, purpose and actions. In fact, engaging in this class got me so inspired again about my business that I found myself in action implementing my plan while simultaneously creating it! Results are already materializing.

    — Amy Egenberger, Spirit Out!, Inc, www.spiritout.com

    Approaching the writing of a business plan with a right-brain creative aspect makes it less intimidating and more inspiring. It certainly isn't boring! I think the creative approach makes it more personal.

    The best aspect for me in this class is feeling that I have a better direction for my business. It pushed me to move in a direction that I've been contemplating for almost a year."

    —Amy Crawley, Amy A. Crawley Fine Art, www.amyacrawley.com

    "I've written business plans before, but this helped me do it in a way that let me stay in the right mindset for the project. The old ways felt like trapping the creative flow in false structure that misled me. But my Right-Brain Business Plan® not only provides structure, it provides inspiration and puts me in the right (ha!)mindset."

    —Tori Deaux, The Circus Serene, www.circusserene.com

    "I definitely appreciate the fact that this course emphasizes and acknowledges how important visuals are to the right brain person. This concept really helps me stay focused and interested in the planning process of my business. Phew! This is the furthest I have ever gone in the planning process. I typically don't make it past reading the two words, ‘executive summary'."

    — Lisa Hause, Lisa Hause Photography, www.lisahause.com

    "If you don't have a plan for your business, you need one. If you want to have fun learning how to develop a plan, take this course. This course takes the ‘scare factor' out of creating a business plan."

    —Tracey Asai, Tracey Asai Designs, www.traceyasaidesigns.com

    'I learned a great deal about how to put profit first, plus how to keep my artistic integrity and pursue the gap between a financially viable commercial photographic career and a flourishing art practice.

    Thanks for the financial documents - these are great! It’s really helpful to see these figures down on paper; it frees up space in my head to get on with the creativity!! Finally, I can see a financial future!'

    —Karen Roswell Photography