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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. 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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- Yesterday13 min
Is the Media Rigged Against Landlords?⎟Ep. 2458
“Greedy landlord raises rent.” “Investors cash in while renters struggle.”Property headlines can feel relentlessly negative… but is the media actually biased against landlords?In this episode, Ed and Andrew dig into the research behind property coverage in New Zealand media ... and run their own experiment scoring real headlines from major outlets across the country. You’ll learn:What academic research says about whether the NZ media is pro- or anti-property investors Which media outlets appeared more pro-landlord or anti-landlord in their analysis What one study found when they looked at 598 housing articlesAlthough some headlines may appear negative, the broader context tells a different story.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
- 2 days ago12 min
How Long Should Landlords Expect Tenants To Stay?⎟Ep. 2457
How long does the average tenant actually stay in a rental property? And what happens when a tenant leaves after just 2 days?In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack tenancy data from 22,000+ rental properties to reveal how long tenants really stay, which areas have the highest turnover, and why vacancy assumptions matter more than most investors realise. You’ll learn:The median tenancy length across thousands of New Zealand rentals Why central-city apartments tend to have far higher tenant turnover The hidden financial impact of vacancy periods and tenant replacement costs The big insight? The type of property you buy, and where it’s located, can dramatically affect how often you’re searching for a new tenant.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
- 3 days ago16 min
Is High Yield Actually Worth It?⎟Ep. 2456
Higher yield. Two incomes. Better cashflow.So why doesn’t every investor just buy multi-income properties?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the pros and cons of multi-income properties. They unpack where these properties shine… and where the trade-offs start to matter. You’ll learn: The 5 main types of multi-income properties in New Zealand Why do these properties often achieve high gross yields The hidden downsidesMain idea? Multi-income properties can generate stronger cashflow… but a higher yield doesn’t automatically mean better long-term wealth. For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
- 4 days ago22 min
The Property Trap Most Investors Don’t Notice⎟Ep. 2455
Every 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
- 5 days ago16 min
23 Years of Property Advice in 17 Minutes⎟Ep. 2454
Andrew 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
- 6 days ago20 min
They Arrived In NZ With Two Bags Of Clothes … Now They Own Two Properties⎟Ep. 2453
Seb 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
- 1 weeks ago11 min
The Tax Rule Most Investors Get Wrong⎟Ep. 2452
Donald 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
- 1 weeks ago26 min
Retired At 29: How She Actually Did It⎟Ep. 2451
Simran 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
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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. 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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