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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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NEVER Buy a Home Before Checking This⎟Ep. 2510
2w ago00:23:21Tap to summarizeBuying the wrong property can cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars. And sometimes, all it takes is missing one simple check.In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal the 9 checks every buyer should make before purchasing a home ... from title types and reports to neighbourhood red flags that only show up after you've moved in. You'll learn:The 9 checks that can stop you from buying a money pit The property traps that catch buyers before they even realise it How a quick drive at the wrong time could save you years of regret The right property isn't just about what you see at the open home. It's what you discover before you sign the contract. 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 →She Buys Houses Without Ever Seeing Them⎟Ep. 2509
2w ago00:17:43Tap to summarizeShe started investing at 20, and these days she buys properties without ever seeing them in person. So how does she keep buying property after property?In this Case Study Sunday, Lana shares how she went from saving hard as a teenager to building a varied property portfolio across New Zealand.You'll learn:Why she keeps buying properties sight unseenWhat she learned after overpaying $60k on her very first propertyHow property education and joint ventures kept her investingHer message to her kids ... and to you? There's always a way. You just have to be determined enough to find it.Want to share your story on Case Study Sunday? Send us a message, email ed@opespartners.co.nzBook 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 →66% Home Ownership? What This Really Means for NZ⎟Ep. 2508
2w ago00:13:45Tap to summarizeYou've heard it a hundred times: fewer Kiwis own homes than ever. But a listener asked us a simple question: is it actually true? So we went to the data.In this episode, Ed and Andrew dig into what the numbers really say about home ownership in New Zealand. You'll learn:Has home ownership really fallen in New Zealand? The slippery statistics you need to watch out for The regions where you’re more likely to own your own houseThe answer? It surprised even the people at Stats NZ ... so much so that they double-checked it.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 $15,000 Chattels Error You Must Avoid⎟Ep. 2507
3w ago00:11:05Tap to summarizeThere's a little list that almost nobody reads properly. Get it wrong, and it can cost you thousands ... whether you're renting the place out or selling it.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the chattels list: the boring few lines that quietly catch out landlords and sellers.You'll learn:The difference between a fixture and a chattel The Insinkerator trap, and the one appliance you should never listHow to set up your Tenancy Agreement The lesson? Get the chattels list right at the start. It's a few boring lines, but it's a promise you'll have to keep.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 →Why The Rich Are Buying Up NZ Property⎟Ep. 2503
3w ago00:18:43Tap to summarizeTake a look at New Zealand's Rich List. One word keeps coming up: property.In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack how five of New Zealand's wealthiest property families built their fortunes ... and, more importantly, the investing habits everyday Kiwis can learn from them. You'll learn:Why the rich are buying up NZ propertyHow the country's biggest property fortunes were actually created The investing habits you can copy, even if you don't plan on hitting the Rich List The lesson here is clear: They didn't build their wealth overnight. They built it over decades by buying well, holding for the long term, and letting time do the heavy lifting. 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 →"Earthquake Hit 1 Day After I Signed – What Happened Next"⎟Ep. 2502
3w ago00:24:17Tap to summarizeThey signed the paperwork on a property. The next day, the 2011 Christchurch earthquake struck. So how did that one deal – and the decade that followed – shape their path to early retirement?In this Case Study Sunday, Ross and Cheryl share how they built a six-property portfolio through some of Christchurch's hardest years.You'll learn:How a well-timed sale in South Africa funded their very first Kiwi depositThe surprising move they made with their EQC payoutThe plan to retire by the end of 2027The lesson? A portfolio isn't built in the good times. It's built by holding on through the bad ones.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 →1 In 4 New Builds Fail – Here's Why That's Fine⎟Ep. 2501
3w ago00:20:39Tap to summarize1 in 4 new builds fail their first inspection. Here's why that's actually not bad news.In this episode, Ed and Andrew sit down with Jeff Fahrensohn – Auckland Council's former inspections manager, now independent – for an honest look inside the build.You'll learn:The defects building inspectors find most often in new buildsThe questions investors don't even think to askThe documents smart investors demandThe biggest takeaway? Most new builds are good. You just need to know what to check.As mentioned in the episode, here is the link to Fahrensohn Building Consultants websiteBook 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 →Don't Choose Your Agent Like This⎟Ep. 2500
4w ago00:10:37Tap to summarizeEvery real estate agent seems to have an award. So how do you work out who's actually the best person to sell your home?In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack what real estate awards really measure, why so many agents can call themselves "award-winning", and the simple checks that matter far more than a trophy. You'll learn:The truth behind real estate agent awards How so many agents end up with an award, and what those awards actually measure A simple checklist to choose the right agent, looking past the trophies The interesting part? The best agent for your home isn't necessarily the one with the most awards. Book a meeting with Opes Partners 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 →Could You Lose Your Deposit Before Construction Starts?⎟Ep. 2499
4w ago00:13:47Tap to summarizeYou've paid the deposit. Then the developer goes bust.What happens next? In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack one of the biggest risks of buying a new build ... and the simple checks that could save you tens of thousands of dollars. You'll learn:How buyers can lose hundreds of thousands of dollars before a house is even built The one line in your contract that decides whether you get your deposit back When even a Master Build Guarantee won't save you Sometimes the biggest risk isn't the house itself. It's the contract you sign before construction even begins.Book a meeting with Opes Partners 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 Managed Fund Mistake Most Investors Make⎟Ep. 2498
4w ago00:20:41Tap to summarizeThere are hundreds of managed funds in New Zealand. So how do you know which one is right for you?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the simple checks every investor should make before choosing a managed fund ... and the red flags that could save you from making an expensive mistake. You'll learn: The 5 checks to make before choosing a managed fund The one safety check to do before handing over your money Why a fund with the best returns isn't always the best investment The important catch? Choosing a fund isn't about finding last year's winner. It's about understanding what you're actually investing in.And you can check out Frank Wealth here.Book a meeting with Opes Partners 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
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