Our Top 9 Unhinged Financial Mistakes (NZ)⎥Ep. 2115
Ever looked back at a financial decision and thought: What was I thinking?In this episode, we count down the 9 most unhinged money mistakes made by real Kiwis – as told by you. From wedding blowouts to shady online “investment” courses, we unpack the jaw-dropping stories and share what you can learn from each.Whether you’ve made a money mistake before (who hasn’t?) or just want to feel better about your own, this episode’s for you.You’ll learn:The wildest ways Kiwis have blown big moneyThe hidden psychology behind these financial failsThe No.1 thing to ask before you spend that inheritance Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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What's The BIGGEST Misconception About Ideal Tenants?⎥Ep. 2114
When you imagine the perfect tenant, who comes to mind? A young professional couple? No pets, no kids, high income, long-term renters? That’s what most new landlords think. But they’re wrong. In this episode, we reveal the surprising truth about who actually makes the best tenants – and how first-time landlords often get it backwards.You’ll learn:Why the tenant who looks worst on paper might be your best long-term renterThe crucial difference between “ideal buyer” and “ideal tenant”Why high income doesn’t always mean low riskWhat real property managers look for when picking the right personHow to challenge your assumptions (and avoid costly turnover) Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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Why It’s Taking Longer to Find Tenants – and What You Can Do About It⎥Ep. 2113
In this episode, we dig into what’s really going on in the rental market. Is it just your imagination, or is it genuinely taking longer to find tenants? We reveal what the data says, what property managers are experiencing on the ground, and what that means for landlords today. If your rental’s been sitting vacant longer than you’d like, this episode’s for you.You’ll learn:Whether the slowdown is real or just a blipWhat the numbers show about current rental listings vs. demandHow long properties are sitting vacantWhat rents are doing right now (hint: not much)The steps smart landlords are taking to stay ahead Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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The Worst Way to Predict House Prices – and Everyone Does It⎥Ep. 2112
Think you can guess where house prices (NZ) are headed based on what happened last year? Think again.In this episode, we reveal why using last year’s prices to predict next year’s market is one of the most common – and costly – mistakes investors make.We dig into the data to show whether good years really follow good years … and what actually happens next.You’ll learn:How often property prices really go upWhy the past is a poor predictor of the futureThe data behind short-term property market randomnessWhat Palmerston North can teach us about recency biasWhy smart investors never rely on headlines aloneThis is a wake-up call to stop investing with the rear-view mirror and start looking through the windscreen instead.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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Can Average Kiwis Still Afford To Invest In Property?⎥Ep. 2111
Most Kiwis assume you need $100k+ in cash to buy a rental. But that’s not necessarily true.In this episode, we ask: “Can the average New Zealander actually invest in property?” And the answer might surprise you.We also dig into:What the “average” Kiwi really looks like – and whether you’re above or below itReal-life examples of everyday Kiwis investing in propertyHow much you might be able to afford – even with a modest incomeThe role equity plays and how you can unlock it Here's the calculator we mentioned in the showDon't forget to create your free Opes+ account here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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.
That's whether you're an existing or aspiring property investor, you want to get into your first home, or you're just interested in the property market.
Andrew Nicol and Ed McKnight host the podcast. Andrew is the Managing Partner of Opes Partners and a prolific investor himself. Ed is an economist. https://www.opespartners.co.nz/investment/property-investment
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