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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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Top 5 Most OVERPRICED Areas in NZ (2026)⎟Ep. 2475
1w ago00:19:01Tap to summarizeHouse prices don't just go up and down. Sometimes they get ahead of themselves.In this episode, Ed and Andrew count down the 5 most overpriced property markets in New Zealand for 2026.You'll learn:Top 5 most overvalued areas in New Zealand right now Why investors are still buying in a district that's 34% overvaluedThe #1 area most at risk of a property price crashThe surprising part? The area at the top of the list probably isn't the one you're thinking of. And some of the places investors love most made this list for a reason.Book a meeting to start your path to financial freedom with a detailed financial plan for $0.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →He Started in Construction at 16, and Bought His First Property at 22⎟Ep. 2474
1w ago00:18:15Tap to summarizeMost 22-year-olds are saving for their first home. Nick had already bought one ... and was busy renovating it. In this Case Study Sunday, Nick shares how he went from leaving school at 16 and working in construction to building a property portfolio across New Zealand. You'll learn:How Nick bought his first Auckland property at just 22 Then partnered with his mum to add $300k in value How he’s going to buy 7 properties by the age of 30The interesting part? Nick isn't chasing flashy developments or complicated strategies. He's focused on finding undervalued properties, adding value where he can, and creating long-term cashflow through simple deals that stack up.Book a meeting to start your path to financial freedom with a detailed financial plan for $0.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →The Couple Who Could Retire Tomorrow⎟Ep. 2473
1w ago00:16:01Tap to summarizeWhat does financial freedom actually look like?In this episode, Ed and Andrew share 3 real client case studies and the very different paths they're taking to build wealth through property. You'll learn:3 paths to financial freedom through propertyThe Kiwis who are building wealth through property right now The real strategies they’re usingThe interesting part? All three couples are chasing financial freedom, but they're taking completely different paths to get there.Book a meeting to start your path to financial freedom with a detailed financial plan for $0.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →They Thought This Deal Would Make Money⎟Ep. 2472
1w ago00:18:18Tap to summarizeProperty development looks simple on paper: Buy a site. Build a few townhouses. Make a profit. But once you run the numbers, the reality can look very different.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the real cost of developing property in New Zealand. You'll learn:What you must calculate before buying a development site How a development can lose more than $400k despite looking profitable at firstThe 4 costs first-time developers usually forget to include The surprising part? The biggest mistake isn't overpaying for the land. It's getting excited about the potential profit before you've worked through the numbers.Book a meeting to start your path to financial freedom with a detailed financial plan for $0.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →The Co-Ownership Problem Nobody Sees Coming⎟Ep. 2471
2w ago00:15:22Tap to summarizeBuying a property with friends, siblings, or family can help you get on the ladder sooner. But what happens when you want to buy your next property?In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack the different ways co-owners can move forward. You'll learn: How to use a co-owned property to help buy your next one The 6 siblings targeting $250K/year passive income Why some co-ownership structures can accidentally limit your future borrowing power The big lesson? Getting into a property together is usually the easy part. The real challenge is making sure everyone agrees on what happens next.Book a meeting to start your path to financial freedom with a detailed financial plan for $0.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →"Should We Cut and Run?" A Retirement Property Dilemma⎟Ep. 2470
2w ago00:14:05Tap to summarizeYou buy a retirement home, expecting house prices to rise. Then the market falls. Now you're topping up the mortgage every week and wondering whether it's time to sell.In this episode, Ed and Andrew work through a real retirement property dilemma. You'll learn: The three options How long could it take for Wellington house prices to recover The common mistake many Kiwis make when buying a retirement property The hardest part? Sometimes the question isn't "which property should I sell?" It's whether you're asking the right question in the first place.Book a meeting to start your path to financial freedom with a detailed financial plan for $0.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →The Bank Said No ... They Got The Deal Done⎟Ep. 2469
2w ago00:16:14Tap to summarizeMost investors think they need a 30% deposit to buy an investment property. But that's not always true.In this episode, Ed and Andrew sit down with mortgage adviser Robert Cross to unpack the lending options available to investors with smaller deposits – including how some buyers are getting into investment properties with as little as 10% down. You'll learn:How to buy an investment property with a 10% deposit The non-bank lenders saying YES when the big banks say no The most common reason a bank says NO … and how to get the money anywayThe surprising part? A "no" from one lender doesn't always mean you're out of options. Sometimes it just means you're talking to the wrong bank.And if you want to talk to Robert, or any of the other advisers just reach out to Opes Mortgages for a free meeting.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →5 Reasons Not To Invest In NZ Property In 2026⎟Ep. 2468
2w ago00:16:36Tap to summarizeHouse prices are flat. Listings are piling up. Thousands of Kiwis are moving to Australia.So… why would anyone invest in New Zealand property right now?In this episode, Ed and Andrew tackle the 5 biggest arguments against investing in NZ property in 2026. You’ll learn:5 reasons NOT to invest in NZ property in 2026 The counter-argument for each reason ...So that you can make the right call for youGood investment decisions don’t come from hearing only one side. The smartest investors understand both the risks and the opportunities… then decide what makes sense for their own goals and situation.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →They Bought The House Next Door ... Then The Next One⎟Ep. 2467
2w ago00:18:14Tap to summarizeThomas and Joanne own 6 properties, 10 tenancies, and a $4 million portfolio – all built while working full-time. In this Case Study Sunday, they share how they built a portfolio centred entirely in Levin, why they've continued buying in the same town for nearly a decade, and what they've learned along the way. You'll learn: How this couple built a $4 million property portfolio What they do with the $250,000 of rental income they get each year Their hardest won property learning... and what you can learn Perhaps the most interesting part? Even with Levin house prices down around 25% from their peak, Thomas and Joanne aren't worried – Their focus has always been on the long game.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Transcribe →The Renovation Mistakes That Cost Investors Thousands⎟Ep. 2466
2w ago00:13:07Tap to summarizeRenovating a property can make you a fortune.It can also go spectacularly wrong.In this episode, Ed and Andrew share 4 real renovation horror stories from New Zealand investors.You’ll learn:Renovations gone wrong... and how much they can cost you The $120K bathroom blowout How one investor made $200 grand over Christmas with a Stanley knifeThe common thread? Most renovation disasters don't come from bad luck. They start with small decisions that seem reasonable at the time... until the costs begin to stack up.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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