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The Property Academy Podcast
Hosted by Opes Partners · EN
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.
It's hosted by Ed and Andrew from Opes Partners.
Ok, now for the legal bit. The Property Academy Podcast is for your general information. It’s not financial advice.
So the hosts aren’t telling you what to do with your own money. We’ve made every effort to make sure the information is accurate. But we occasionally get the odd fact wrong. Make sure you do your own research or talk to a financial adviser before making any investment decisions.
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The Property Trap Most Investors Don’t Notice⎟Ep. 2455
2d ago00:22:24Tap to summarizeEvery property investor eventually asks the same question: “What’s this house actually going to cost me over the next 10 years?”In this episode, Ed and Andrew sit down with Kyle Brookland, a building inspector, to break down the real maintenance costs of owning property. You’ll learn:How much you’ll need to maintain your house over 10-years How to spot the specific traps in a 1950s vs 1960’s vs 2000s house The silent damage hotspots that drain landlord walletsMain idea? The better you understand the warning signs, the fewer nasty surprises you’ll face later.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →23 Years of Property Advice in 17 Minutes⎟Ep. 2454
3d ago00:16:54Tap to summarizeAndrew bought his first property at 19. Now, after 23 years in the game and 43 properties later, he’s sharing the lessons most investors only learn the hard way.In this episode, Ed puts Andrew in the hot seat ... unpacking the strategies that worked, and what really matters when building long-term wealth through property.You’ll learn:What Andrew actually looks for when buying an investment property The advice Andrew gives clients that he doesn’t follow himself Whether the classic NZ property strategy still works in an era of higher interest ratesProperty investing isn’t about copying someone else’s exact strategy. The key is understanding the principles behind the decisions ... not just the tactics.Start your path to financial freedom with a detailed financial plan for $0For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →They Arrived In NZ With Two Bags Of Clothes … Now They Own Two Properties⎟Ep. 2453
4d ago00:20:59Tap to summarizeSeb and Laura arrived in New Zealand with just two bags of clothes. Less than a decade later, they own two properties – with plans to grow to five.In this Case Study Sunday, the couple share how they went from starting over as immigrants to building a property portfolio through disciplined budgeting, structures systems, and an incredibly detailed approach to tracking their money.You’ll learn:How these investors went from moving to NZ with just 2 bags of clothes … to now owning 2 investment properties The insane amount of time it took them to pay off a $60k revolving credit What they’d do differently if they started againMain lesson? Building wealth doesn’t always come from huge incomes or perfect timing. Sometimes it’s the consistency that creates momentum over time.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →The Tax Rule Most Investors Get Wrong⎟Ep. 2452
5d ago00:11:29Tap to summarizeDonald Trump reportedly used a US$916 million tax loss to avoid paying federal income tax for years.So… could a New Zealand property investor do the same thing?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down how tax losses actually work in New Zealand property investing, and the common misunderstandings that trip investors up. You’ll learn:How rental property tax losses can reduce future taxable income Why Trump-style tax strategies don’t really work the same way in NZWhat actually happens to accumulated tax losses when properties are sold Main idea? Tax losses can absolutely be valuable, but they’re far more limited than most investors realise. For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →Retired At 29: How She Actually Did It⎟Ep. 2451
6d ago00:26:29Tap to summarizeSimran Kaur achieved financial independence at just 29 years old. Then… she realised retirement wasn’t what she expected.In this episode, Ed and Andrew sit down with the founder of Friends That Invest to unpack how she built enough wealth to retire early, and why retirement lasted less than a week.You’ll learn:How this Kiwi investor built wealth and retired at 29 What her 60 years of retirement REALLY looks like The surprising thing she learned about retirement that no one ever tells youMain lesson? Financial freedom isn’t just about escaping work, it’s about having enough flexibility to choose how you spend your time. Reaching the number is one thing… figuring out what comes next is something completely different.You can follow Simran and check out her free budgeting tools, podcast, and investing resources at friendsthatinvest.com.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →OCR Holds – But Interest Rates Could Still Rise⎟Ep. 2450
1w ago00:17:39Tap to summarizeThe Reserve Bank kept the OCR at 2.25% … but the real story was hidden inside the forecasts.In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack the Reserve Bank’s latest projections for inflation, the OCR, unemployment, and house prices – including why interest rates could rise faster than previously expected. You’ll learn:What the Reserve Bank announced Interest rate predictions … and how expensive your mortgage could getWhen the Reserve Bank thinks the price of petrol will get back to normal.The big question now? If inflation keeps rising because of global oil prices – while New Zealand’s economy stays weak – what exactly is the Reserve Bank supposed to do next?For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →The Aussie Tax Trap That Could Hit Kiwi Property Investors⎟Ep. 2449
1w ago00:14:20Tap to summarizeAustralia is overhauling investor tax rules ... and some Kiwi property owners could get caught in the crossfire.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down Australia’s proposed changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing, including why some investors could end up paying significantly more tax… even on New Zealand properties. You’ll learn:How Australia just doubled it’s capital gains tax The fish-hooks that mean you could pay this extra tax … even if your’re a kiwi Could this spread to New ZealandTax rules don’t stop at borders. If you live, work, or plan to move overseas, your property strategy can quickly become more complicated than most investors realise ... especially when governments start changing the rules.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →Can Landlords Still Say No To Pets?⎟Ep. 2448
1w ago00:11:15Tap to summarizeA landlord said no to a tenant’s Labrador. The Tenancy Tribunal said yes.In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack the first major Tenancy Tribunal ruling under New Zealand’s new pet laws – including what counts as a “reasonable refusal,” why the landlord lost, and what this means for rental property owners going forward. You’ll learn: Why landlords can no longer simply say “no pets” by default The conditions the Tribunal imposed before allowing the dog What arguments are – and aren’t – likely to hold up at Tribunal Main lesson? The rules around pets have fundamentally changed. Landlords can still refuse animals in some situations… but they now need clear, evidence-based reasons that would stand up under scrutiny.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →Should NZ Have a Capital Gains Tax?⎟Ep. 2447
1w ago00:15:51Tap to summarizeShould New Zealand introduce a capital gains tax… or would it do more harm than good?In this episode, Ed and Andrew go head-to-head on one of the biggest issues heading into the 2026 election – laying out the strongest arguments for and against a comprehensive CGT. You’ll learn: The case for a CGT – including whether it could fund lower income taxes The case against – from reduced investment to the “lock-in effect” Why New Zealand is an outlier compared to most OECD countriesMain idea? This isn’t a simple yes-or-no policy. A capital gains tax changes behaviour, incentives, and how wealth is created. The real question isn’t just “is it fair?” It’s what kind of economy New Zealand wants to build.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →Bought a House at 19 – What He Knew That Most Adults Don't⎟Ep. 2446
2w ago00:20:17Tap to summarizeShaun left school at 15, started working at the meat works… and bought his first home at just 19 years old.In this Case Study Sunday, Shaun shares how growing up in Southland shaped his attitude toward money, how he paid off his first property in just 10 years, and why he’s now thinking carefully about his next move while living and working in Perth. You’ll learn:How this investor bought his first house at 19 How he grew his property portfolio The change he’s making NOW to prepare for his futureMain lesson? Property investing doesn’t always start with a perfect strategy or deep financial knowledge. Sometimes it starts with strong saving habits, taking action early, and slowly figuring things out as you go.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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