The Property Academy Podcast

In this episode, we talk about the three stages of life that property investors tend to go through. This comes from a recent article that Andrew penned for JUNO investing magazine, which has just hit the supermarket shelves. The three stages include planters, growers and harvesters. Throughout the show, we give details on what these stages are, who tends to be in each of them and then how to move from one to another. If you've got a question that you'd like us to answer on the show, then give us a text. Our number is 5522, it would be great to hear from you.

In this episode, we discuss which company's have the cheapest real estate fees if you are selling a property, whether that be an investment property or your own home.  We talk through some of the players in the market and show that in some cases, there is a $10k difference between what the most expensive and the most affordable real estate agents will charge. If you've got a question that you'd like us to answer on the show, then give us a text. Our number is 5522, it would be great to hear from you.

In this episode, we discuss how to rebuild your asset base after you go through a divorce or a separation.  Any divorce or separation comes with significant upheaval and emotions. So remember that expanding your portfolio while going through a separation may not be the right move for you. But, once the dust settles many Kiwis want to build back their asset base, and property can play a part in this. If you've got a question that you'd like us to answer on the show, then give us a text. Our number is 5522, it would be great to hear from you.

In this episode, we discuss 8 new changes that have just been introduced to the Residential Tenancies Act, including exactly what they mean for property investors.  These 8 changes include – that property investors can no longer end a tenancy agreement without a valid reason; that tenants can make minor changes to their properties and landlords can't say no, and the lines for getting it all wrong have also increased. If you've got a question that you'd like us to answer on the show, then give us a text. Our number is 5522, it would be great to hear from you. 

In this episode, we discuss whether main cities or small towns are better for property investors. Andrew and Ed go back and forth to offer three arguments each. Andrew argues that main cities have better security of tenancy and capital growth, along with more consistent capital growth. He also argues that main cities and small towns have comparable long term net yields (contrary to what many property investors think). Ed argues that small towns are cheaper, which make them easy to get started for first-time property investors who are light on equity. He also argues that small towns have higher gross yields and less competition with other property investors. This episode is based on our recent webinar. Click here to watch the replay of this property investment webinar.

In this episode, we discuss whether leasehold properties are good investment. We go through a few examples where properties are able to achieve a gross yield of over 16%. However, once the net yield and cashflow are calculated, we see that these types of properties give a subpar return, all things considered. If you've got a topic you'd like Ed and Andrew to talk about on the podcast, then send us a text. Our number is 5522, it would be great to hear from you.

In this episode, we discuss whether you can still get a loan from a bank if the property you're hoping to buy has unconsented works on it.  We also dive deep into defective titles, which frequently impact cross-lease properties. We discuss what a defective title is and how it gets that way, as well as how to fix it. Do you have a question you'd like us to talk about on the podcast? Send us a text. Our number is 5522. It would be great to hear from you.

In this episode, we discuss whether the Waikato District suburb of Pokeno is worth investing in. We detail the background of Pokeno – its rise, its fall, and its current upward trajectory.  We also go over the details of previous investments that Andrew has seen in the suburb, which is just south of the Auckland/Bombay Hills cut off. Finally, we wrap up the show by discussing our upcoming property investment webinar. This is where, Andrew and Ed will debate whether you should invest in main cities or small towns.

In this episode, we discuss who the top 7 property managers are within New Zealand. This is based on the property managers who we know, like and trust to do an awesome job with your property. These property managers include Auckland Property Management, Property Scouts, HouseSmart, Quinovic, Oaks Property Management, Glasshouse, Comprende and a bonus: Venture Property Management. Finally, we wrap up the show by discussing our upcoming property investment webinar. This is where, Andrew and Ed will debate whether you should invest in main cities or small towns. 

In this episode, we discuss Labour's 'foreign buyer ban,' which was originally introduced in 2018. The purpose was to stop foreigners from buying up NZ properties and pushing prices up.  We discuss the rules, along with who can buy and who can only buy properties that are specifically exempt. We also mention this tool which has been built by the New Zealand government, which you can use to assess whether and what sort of property you can buy in New Zealand.  Finally, we wrap up the show by talking about our upcoming property investment webinar. This is happening on Tuesday 16th of February from 7pm. Here, Andrew and Ed will debate whether you should invest in main cities or small towns.