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.
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Mar 24, 2022 • 13min
The Fast 5 – The 5 Ways First Home Buyers Can Build Their Deposit ⎜ Ep. 925
In this episode, we discuss the 5 deposit sources that first home buyers can use to purchase their first properties.
This includes mentioning KiwiSaver, government support, the bank of mum and dad, sale of assets and savings.
If you'd like to learn more about the Fast 5, check out our First Home Buyers webinar, which was recorded earlier this year.
And be sure to come along to our property investment webinar on April 5th to learn ... How to avoid the 8 things that can go wrong with property investment.
Mar 23, 2022 • 18min
Case Study: How Angela Strang Built A Passive Income From Here Property Investment Portfolio ⎜ Ep. 924
In this episode, we discuss how Angela Strang built a property investment portfolio, which now pays her a passive income.
We go through her start in the Australian mines, through to how she purchased her first investment property. This includes both the highs the lows. The wins and the failures.
We also mention that you really should follow Angela on Instagram, her account is financiallyfree_by33.
Mar 22, 2022 • 16min
Retired by 34 – How Angela Strang Built a Passive Income + Retired in her 30's | Ep. 923
In this episode, we are joined by Angela Strang, a Southland-based property investor to talk about how she retired by the age of 34.
We talk about how she has built a passive income through property investing and how she got her start in property.
We also walk through what retirement means for Angela and how she spends her time now that she is retired.
Mar 21, 2022 • 12min
Hated Lending Law Gets A Revamp – But Has Anything Changed With the CCCFA? ⎜ Ep. 922
In this episode, we talk about how the controversial and much hated CCCFA law has undergone a small revamp after Minister for Commerce – David Clark, announced changes.
We walk through the bank's responses and whether anything will change to your ability, as a property investor, to get lending from a bank.
The episode then wraps up by talking through what's happening with this law ... including the review from the Council of Financial Regulators.
Mar 20, 2022 • 14min
The Hidden Costs of Buying A House – The Ones You Always Forget About! ⎜ Ep. 921
In this episode, we talk about the hidden costs of buying a house that property investors and first home buyers always forget about.
This includes all of the set-up costs that it takes to buy a property like lawyers fees, valuers fees, and flights and accommodation costs to view rental properties outside your town.
Want to learn more about property? Check out the Opes Partners YouTube channel, every Wednesday we release a brand new video to teach you how to become a more successful property investor.
Mar 19, 2022 • 13min
5 Bargaining Chips You Can Use When Negotiating A Property Investment Deal (Other Than Price) ⎜ Ep. 920
In this episode, we discuss the 5 things that property investors can ask for when negotiating their next property investment deal.
This includes adding or removing car parks, asking for a lower deposit, negotiating for drapes, blinds and appliances and a healthy homes guarantee.
If you'd like more detail on how to use these bargaining chips and how to negotiate a good deal, check out our most recent 'How to get a screaming good deal in 2022' webinar
Mar 18, 2022 • 15min
8 Insanely Practical Ways To Negotiate a Profitable Property Purchase ... Step-by-Step Guide ⎜ Ep. 919
In this episode, we discuss how property investors can negotiate property purchases in the current property market. This includes running through all of the tactics that listeners can actually use.
This includes a run down of when to negotiate and what sort of things you can ask for. For instance, we recommend getting a property under contract before negotiating.
We also mention that if you want to grow your property portfolio in 2022, then you can always come see us for a portfolio planning session.
Mar 17, 2022 • 16min
Case Study – Can I Build a $100k Passive Income in 18 Months? See Whether It's Possible ⎜ Ep. 918
In this episode, we discuss how property investors and listeners of the show – Carol and Duncan – might build a passive income of $100k per year, over the next 18 months.
We go through their current situation and whether they are currently on track for this goal. We talk through their current portfolio as well as the options they have.
We then wrap up the show with an honest discussion about their current goals and situation and what changes they would need to make.
Mar 16, 2022 • 15min
How Investors Can Legitimately Help ... If Tenants Can't Pay Rent⎜Ep. 917
In this episode, we try a new approach. This episode is for both property investors and their tenants. We talk through the options tenants have if they legitimately can't pay rent.
The idea is that property investors and property managers can share this with tenants if they're struggling. For instance, we talk about the Work and Income Rent Assistance, which can be used by some tenants to help make up their payments.
We also mention the check.msd.govt.nz calculator, which can give you a sense of the benefits that you may be eligible for.
Mar 15, 2022 • 16min
Data Day – New Data Shows How The NZ Property Market Is Going Right Now ⎜ Ep. 916
In this episode, we discuss what property investors need to know about how the property market is performing right now.
We go through the details to show that property prices are much the same as the previous month, but how the rental market is booming right now.
We also mention that if you want to watch the video-version of the podcast, you can find that on the Opes Partners YouTube channel.
