The Property Academy Podcast
Opes Partners
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.
Ok, now for the legal bit. 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.
It's hosted by Ed and Andrew from Opes Partners.
Ok, now for the legal bit. 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.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Aug 24, 2022 • 13min
The Financial Fast Track – 5 Fundamental Principles For Investing In Property – Book Preview ⎜ Ep. 1078
In this episode, we discuss the Financial Fast Track. These are the 5 principles that you need to be across and carry with you as you invest in property.
These mindset shifts include – 1) it's not your starting point that matters, it's where you're going, 2) you need more assets, 3) Saving alone is not enough, 4) you need to take some risk, and 5) others don't have to fall behind for you to get ahead.
Aug 23, 2022 • 15min
Age Gap Couples + How It Impacts Your Property Investment Strategy ⎜ Ep. 1077
In this episode, we discuss what property investors need to know about couples with an age gap, and how it impacts your property investment strategy and your financial planning goals.
We also mention this table, which can help you identify the difference in life expectancy between you and your partner.
Aug 22, 2022 • 11min
[Exact Process] How to Figure Out What Your Home is Worth In Today's Market ⎜ Ep. 1076
In this episode, we discuss the exact steps that property investors and first home buyers can take to figure out exactly what their homes are worth.
We also discuss how online valuation sites – like homes.co.nz – are not as accurate as they might seem. We dig into the data and show how far off the site is based on each council area.
We also mention this tool, which you can use to see how your property market has changed since you first bought your house.
Aug 21, 2022 • 14min
5 Lessons From Rich Dad Poor Dad ... Rich Dad Poor Dad Review ⎜ Ep. 1075
In this episode, we discuss the 5 lessons that Kiwi property investors and first home buyers can learn from reading Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki.
This includes the idea that the standard approach to building a career doesn't lead to financial success; that you need to earn income other than just from your job; and that you need to focus on acquiring assets rather than liabilities.
Aug 20, 2022 • 16min
Case Study Sunday: $200k Passive Income In 20 Years … Real Numbers ⎜ Ep. 1074
In this episode, we discuss a case study of a pair of property investors who plan to build a $200k passive income over the next 20 years. We dig into the numbers and how they’ll do it.
Aug 19, 2022 • 12min
How Much Time Does Property Investment Take? Time Taken To Be A Property Investor ⎜ Ep. 1073
In this episode, we discuss how much time it takes to be a property investor in New Zealand.
This includes a breakdown of the sorts of tasks you need to do, and how that changes based on how active you are in your portfolio.
Ultimately, this allows you to determine whether you've got the time it takes to ber a successful property investor.
Aug 18, 2022 • 14min
Mortgagee Sales – Can I Snag A Bargain? What Property Investors Need to Know ⎜ Ep. 1072
In this episode, we discuss what property investors need to know about mortgagee sales, how they work, and the different fishhooks people run into.
This includes how to buy a house that is up for mortgagee sale, how the bank will view the sale, and most importantly, the insurance side. Do not miss this.
Aug 17, 2022 • 12min
Buying NZ Property from Overseas … The Ultimate Guide ⎜ Ep. 1071
In this episode, we discuss how Kiwis, Australians and other people based overseas can become property investors in New Zealand. This includes a look at how much deposit you need, the types of properties you can buy, and how the banks assess your income.
Aug 15, 2022 • 14min
Property Investment Seminars – Are They Worth It? Good and Bad Examples ⎜ Ep. 1069
In this episode, we discuss the world of property investment seminars and talk through whether they are worth it for both property investors and first home buyers.
This includes a discussion on the different property investment seminars that are held, the cost to attend these seminars and what you'll learn from them.
Aug 14, 2022 • 14min
Must Listen – Do This When You Buy a House – Lim Report Must Do ⎜ Ep. 1068
In this episode, we discuss a case study of a pair of home buyers who purchased a property in Auckland, only to find out later that the property was leaky.
Worst of all, the council documents they based their purchasing decision on were altered by the person they bought the house off. That's why we walk property investors and first home buyers through what they must do when purchasing a property.
