
The $13,000 Property Management Nightmare You Need to Avoid⎥Ep. 2315
12/1/2026 | 15 min
What happens when your property manager goes broke, disappears with the bond, and leaves you to clean up the mess?In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack a real-life horror story from a first-time investor … and explain what rights landlords actually have when things go wrong.You’ll learn:Why some parts of property management feel like the “Wild West”How one investor ended up with $13,000 in damage and unpaid rent after two PMs failed themWhat you can realistically do if your property manager goes bustThis episode demonstrates why selecting the right property manager truly matters and how to safeguard yourself in an industry where not everyone adheres to the rules.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

The 6 Best NZ Property Markets for 2026 (The Data Might Surprise You)⎥Ep. 2314
11/1/2026 | 18 min
The “best places to buy” lists are everywhere ... but which areas actually have the numbers to back it up in 2026?In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal the 6 best places to invest in New Zealand this year, using a nationwide scoring system to rank every city from -6 to +6 for investment potential. You’ll learn:The 6 best areas to invest in 2026 Our score for every city in New Zealand for investment potentialWhy this city tops the list This episode gives you a clear, data-driven roadmap for where to focus your investing in 2026 – based on facts, not hype.Don't forget to book your free meeting with one of our Financial Advisers.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok

How Two Young Kiwis Became 8-Property Investors (Mindset Shift)⎥Ep. 2313
10/1/2026 | 23 min
What does it take to build an 8-property portfolio while raising twins, renovating houses, and self-managing six sets of tenants?In this Case Study Sunday, Ed and Andrew sit down with Cameron and Sam to unpack how they went from DIY renos to new-build investing.You’ll learn:How Cameron and Sam built an 8-property portfolio across new builds, older homes, and a sectionWhy did they move from hands-on renovations to turnkey investingWhat it’s really like to self-manage multiple tenantsThis episode shows how everyday Kiwis can scale a portfolio with focus, teamwork, and a willingness to evolve their investing style over time.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

How To Buy A House: The Step-By-Step Guide for First-Time Buyers⎥Ep. 2312
09/1/2026 | 15 min
Buying your first home can feel overwhelming – but it doesn’t have to be.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the exact 8-step blueprint to help first-home buyers go from browsing listings to getting the keys.You’ll learn:The 8 steps to buying a house you’re going to live inHow to set crystal-clear buying criteria and map your real budgetThe 3 mistakes first-home buyers make that can cost time, money, and opportunitiesThis episode gives you a clear, practical roadmap to buying your first home ... and shows why you don’t need the “forever home” on day one.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

When Your Properties Pay You — The Strategy Shift That Matters Most⎥Ep. 2311
08/1/2026 | 13 min
What do you do when your investment properties suddenly make more money than you need?In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack a real listener’s dilemma... and answer the question most investors dream of: What should we do with this extra cash?You’ll learn:What to do when your properties turn cashflow positiveHow an $800/week surplus can trigger a $14k tax billHow many properties could you buy if you reinvest that cashflow insteadThis episode shows how to make smarter decisions once your portfolio begins paying you back, and how to use surplus cashflow to build wealth or improve your lifestyle with confidence.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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