The NZ Property Market Podcast

Cotality NZ
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Sep 1, 2025 • 26min

Genuine improvement in affordability

Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message!This week Nick and Kelvin discuss the latest affordability report, highlighting improvements in housing affordability due to plateauing house prices and falling interest rates. They explore regional differences in affordability, the economic context affecting the property market, and trends in lending, particularly among first home buyers. The conversation also touches on signs of economic improvement and the implications for the property market moving forward.Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn, X @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email ngoodall@cotality.com or kdavidson@cotality.comThis podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts are not licensed Financial Advice Providers in New Zealand. All information is of a general nature and does not take into account your personal situation or goals. Please consult a qualified professional before making any financial decisions.
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Aug 24, 2025 • 29min

Welcome back foreign buyers (ish)

Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message!This week Nick and Kelvin discuss the current state of the property market, piggy-backing off the latest Cotality monthly chart pack focusing on first home buyers and investor activity as well as the split in value change by the different tiers of the market.They then explore the implications of last week's Monetary Policy Statement from the Reserve Bank and government plans to relax the foreign buyer ban as well as the Minister for Housing's desire to see NZ house prices fall.  Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn, X @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email ngoodall@cotality.com or kdavidson@cotality.comThis podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts are not licensed Financial Advice Providers in New Zealand. All information is of a general nature and does not take into account your personal situation or goals. Please consult a qualified professional before making any financial decisions.
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Aug 20, 2025 • 14min

Not one, but two! (cuts to come)

Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message!In this episode Nick and Kelvin discuss the recent decision by the Reserve Bank to cut the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by 25 basis points to 3%. They delve into the implications of this decision, including forecasts for inflation, GDP growth, and the housing market. The conversation highlights the anticipated further cuts to the OCR and the overall economic outlook, emphasising the importance of monitoring key economic indicators.Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn, X @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email ngoodall@cotality.com or kdavidson@cotality.comThis podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts are not licensed Financial Advice Providers in New Zealand. All information is of a general nature and does not take into account your personal situation or goals. Please consult a qualified professional before making any financial decisions.
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Aug 17, 2025 • 26min

Cut coming but then what?

Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message!This week Nick and Kelvin discuss the latest Pain and Gain report for Q2, highlighting the decline in resale profits and the overall sluggishness of the property market. They delve into the economic indicators affecting the market, including inflation and interest rates, and preview the upcoming monetary policy statement.Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn, X @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email ngoodall@cotality.com or kdavidson@cotality.comThis podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts are not licensed Financial Advice Providers in New Zealand. All information is of a general nature and does not take into account your personal situation or goals. Please consult a qualified professional before making any financial decisions.
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Aug 12, 2025 • 46min

Bonus Episode - Cash flow hacking with Ilse Wolfe

Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message!In this episode, Nick interviews Ilse Wolfe, a property investment coach and director at Wolfe Property.Ilse shares her journey into property investment, discussing her early experiences during the global financial crisis, the importance of cash flow, and the impact of healthy homes on communities. She emphasises the significance of building effective power teams, understanding numbers, and conducting thorough due diligence. Ilse also shares success stories from her clients and highlights the value of off-market opportunities and data analysis (including using Property Guru) in property investment. The conversation concludes with key insights on patience and refining processes in property investment.Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn, X @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email ngoodall@cotality.com or kdavidson@cotality.comThis podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts are not licensed Financial Advice Providers in New Zealand. All information is of a general nature and does not take into account your personal situation or goals. Please consult a qualified professional before making any financial decisions.
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Aug 12, 2025 • 23min

The discouraged worker effect

Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message!This week Nick and Kelvin discuss the current state of the property market, highlighting the stagnation in property values and the regional variability across New Zealand. They delve into the implications of the labour market's performance (including the discouraged worker effect) on the economy and property values, as well as the anticipated monetary policy changes from the Reserve Bank. The conversation emphasises the need for a stimulatory approach to encourage economic recovery and the potential future trends in the property market.Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn, X @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email ngoodall@cotality.com or kdavidson@cotality.comThis podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts are not licensed Financial Advice Providers in New Zealand. All information is of a general nature and does not take into account your personal situation or goals. Please consult a qualified professional before making any financial decisions.
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Aug 4, 2025 • 27min

A LOT of lending data

Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message!Today, it's a mortgage lending data extravaganza as Nick and Kelvin discuss the latest trends in mortgage lending, focusing on the impact of bank switching, the structure of loans, and the current state of non-performing loans.  They explore how competitive cashbacks are influencing borrower behaviour and the implications of regulatory changes on lending practices. The conversation also touches on the health of the mortgage market, including insights on mortgagee sales and the overall financial well-being of borrowers in New Zealand.Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn, X @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email ngoodall@cotality.com or kdavidson@cotality.comThis podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts are not licensed Financial Advice Providers in New Zealand. All information is of a general nature and does not take into account your personal situation or goals. Please consult a qualified professional before making any financial decisions.
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Jul 29, 2025 • 17min

Bonus episode - Winter moves, with Casey Wylde, Trade Me Property

Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message!In this episode of the New Zealand Property Market Podcast, Nick Goodall speaks with Casey Wylde to discuss the latest insights from Trade Me Property's quarterly report on buyer and seller mindsets during the winter months. They explore the disconnect between buyers and sellers, the motivations for buying in winter, and the advantages for sellers who list their properties during this season. The conversation also includes practical tips for agents and homeowners, emphasising the importance of well-maintained properties and the shifting mindset in the market.Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn, X @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email ngoodall@cotality.com or kdavidson@cotality.comThis podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts are not licensed Financial Advice Providers in New Zealand. All information is of a general nature and does not take into account your personal situation or goals. Please consult a qualified professional before making any financial decisions.
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Jul 28, 2025 • 31min

Tenants benefitting from soft rental market

Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message!This week Nick and Kelvin discuss the current state of the rental market (following the release of the July Chart Pack), highlighting a notable decline in rental prices and tenant affordability challenges. They explore the implications of these trends on landlords and tenants alike. The conversation then shifts to sales volumes, revealing an increase in forecasted transactions for the year. The hosts also delve into inflation trends, discussing the Reserve Bank's potential responses to current economic conditions. Finally, they touch on the foreign buyer ban and its limited impact on the market, emphasizing the small number of properties that would be affected by any changes.Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn, X @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email ngoodall@cotality.com or kdavidson@cotality.comThis podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts are not licensed Financial Advice Providers in New Zealand. All information is of a general nature and does not take into account your personal situation or goals. Please consult a qualified professional before making any financial decisions.
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Jul 24, 2025 • 52min

Guest Episode - Matt Spicer Loan Market

Send us a question/idea/opinion direct via text message!In this episode of the New Zealand Property Market Podcast, Nick Goodall speaks with Matt Spicer, franchise owner and mortgage adviser at Loan Market Wairarapa. Together Nick and Matt discuss the current state of the New Zealand property market, focusing on the Wairarapa region. They explore trends in first home buyers, property prices, and the impact of interest rates. Matt shares insights on the importance of communication in mortgage advising and the rewarding nature of helping clients navigate the property market. The conversation also touches on the construction market, lifestyle properties, and the role of reverse equity mortgages in supporting clients' financial needs.Sign up for news and insights or contact on LinkedIn, X @NickGoodall_CL or @KDavidson_CL and email ngoodall@cotality.com or kdavidson@cotality.comThis podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. The hosts are not licensed Financial Advice Providers in New Zealand. All information is of a general nature and does not take into account your personal situation or goals. Please consult a qualified professional before making any financial decisions.

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