
The Property Academy Podcast What's Going on With NZ House Prices?⎟Ep. 2377
Mar 15, 2026
12:18
House prices are down 16% from the peak ... and even further once you adjust for inflation.So… is something broken?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack what’s really going on in the NZ property market, and why a flat market isn’t as unusual (or as scary) as it feels.
You’ll learn:
- Why flat property markets typically last 4 to 5 years between booms
- How affordability is quietly improving while prices go nowhere
- How investors can still build wealth ... even if prices only rise with inflation
And here’s the key: even if prices only track inflation, leverage and debt reduction can still deliver strong returns. A flat headline doesn’t mean a flat outcome – especially when you understand how the numbers actually work.
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