The Property Academy Podcast is a daily show that gives you insight, analysis and strategies for how to get the most out of the NZ property market.
That's whether you're an existing or aspiring property investor, you want to get into your first home, or you're just interested in the property market.
Andrew Nicol and Ed McKnight host the podcast. Andrew is the Managing Partner of Opes Partners and a prolific investor himself. Ed is an economist. https://www.opespartners.co.nz/investment/property-investment
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In this episode, we discuss our honest advice for achieving financial freedom.
This includes how to create a plan, set goals, and find out if you're already on track to hit them.
And we also mention…
In this episode, we discuss what a good gross yield is for property investors in 2024.
We look at data from TradeMe and OneRoof to figure out what yield property investors are actually getting.
For …
In this episode, we are joined by Dave from Hamilton. At just 38 years old, Dave already owns 4 properties.
He talks us through how he did it, the struggles he came up against ... and what it's all …
In this episode, we discuss how this investor lost $10k from a single bad decision.
We share how this investor tried to find the perfect tenant possible – but in doing so, their property was empty f…
In this episode, we discuss where our money is going. This includes what we spend money on and what we can cut back on.
We read out our credit card and bank statements to show you just how much we'r…
In this episode, we discuss who Kainga Ora tenants are and share their real stories.
This includes how Kainga Ora properties impact surrounding property prices and who these tenants really are.
And …
In this episode, we discuss the new CCCFA mortgage rules that have just been announced by the National government.
We go through what the rules mean, and whether it will actually make it easier to ge…
In this episode, we are joined by Kyle Brookland from Informed Inspections – a property inspection company.
Kyle discusses the new building changes, including whether building materials will actuall…
In this episode, we discuss how long we will live, and when we'll die.
This is based on numbers from Stats NZ that estimate how long we'll live and what it means for our retirement.
And we mention …
In this episode, we have another Case Study Sunday. Today we are joined by Livii, a property investor from Wanaka.
Livii shares her story, starting with the time she built a dual-income property.
I…
In this episode, we discuss how to manage your money mindset across your lifetime.
This includes the mindset you should have in your 20s vs your 30s, your 40s and your 50+.
For more from Opes Partne…
In this episode, we discuss the 4 things you need to think about as a Kiwi property investor if you're moving overseas.
This includes what to think about when it comes to tax, managing your properti…
In this episode, we compare the top 3 best accounting systems and software for property investors.
This includes comparing Xero with Excel vs Hnry.
Ultimately, you can use this to choose the best a…
In this episode, we discuss the house that sold for just a single dollar.
This includes a discussion of $1 reserve auctions and whether they really work.
And we also mention our upcoming webinar '…
In this episode, we discuss a case study of whether this couple should pay down debt or invest.
We dig through their numbers, consider their goals and share what their potential options are.
And we…
In this episode, we discuss whether properties with more land get more capital growth and go up in value faster.
This is based on a new data from CoreLogic and provided to the podcast.
It shows tha…
In this episode, we are joined by Tamati and Liana to talk about their property investment journey.
They share how they 2.5x their incomes by moving to Australia.
They share how they did, what prop…
In this episode, we discuss the big changes that are happening in the property market.
This includes tax changes, tenancy law changes, lending changes. All up, we reckon there's about 6 years of cha…
In this episode, we discuss the differences between buyers and sellers markets.
This includes how to tell whether it is currently a buyers or a sellers market.
You'll also learn what emotions you'll…
In this episode, we discuss the latest inflation data.
Inflation has fallen to 4%. That's good. but domestic inflation is still high.
What does it mean for your interest rates and mortgage? Join Ed …