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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Feb 15, 2026 • 16min
The Maths Behind $10K a Month From Property (Most People Get This Wrong)⎟Ep. 2349
Can you really earn $10,000 a month from property ... and what does it actually take?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the exact numbers behind earning $120,000 a year from property, including the two very different strategies investors use to get there.You’ll learn:The exact net yield and property value needed to reach $10k a monthThe two proven paths investors use Why are mortgages the biggest obstacle to living off rental incomeA must-listen if your long-term goal is replacing your salary with property income – and you want the maths, not the hype.And if you'd like to book a free meeting with one of our Financial Advisers to click here to make that booking.
Feb 14, 2026 • 16min
The Property Swap Offer That Forced a $101,000 Decision⎟Ep. 2348
How do you turn clicking a button into $101,000 in just six months?In this Case Study Sunday episode, Ed and Andrew sit down with a couple from New Plymouth to unpack how a single webinar registration led to an unexpected six-figure outcome – before they even officially owned the property.You’ll learn:How this couple transformed a simple click into $101,000 in just six monthsThe costly mistakes they made on their first buildHow they weighed a short-term win against their long-term property goalsThis is a rare, honest look at when selling early can make sense – and why agility matters just as much as long-term thinking.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Feb 13, 2026 • 21min
The Property Negotiation Move That Saves Money Without Backfiring⎟Ep. 2347
Buying a property is one thing. Negotiating the price is where most investors lose (or make) their money.In this episode, Andrew breaks down the exact negotiation scripts he’s used when dealing with real estate agents – including the awkward moments most buyers don’t know how to handle.You’ll learn:How to negotiate hard without sounding aggressive or inexperiencedThe 5 most awkward situations buyers face The single question that reveals how motivated the seller really isIf you’ve ever walked out of an open home thinking “I should’ve said something better”, this episode gives you the words to use next time.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Feb 12, 2026 • 16min
The Problem With Commercial Vacancy Rates No One Explains⎟Ep. 2346
How risky is commercial property, really – and how long do buildings actually sit empty?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the real vacancy risk in commercial property and why the numbers you see in reports can be seriously misleading if you don’t know how to read them properly.You’ll learn:How long commercial properties really sit vacant The 3 main types of commercial property, and which one consistently has the lowest vacancy riskWhat actually drives vacancy This is a must-listen if you’re considering commercial property – or want to avoid the costly mistakes many investors make by trusting the wrong numbers.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Feb 11, 2026 • 14min
The Commercial Property Reality Check at Every Price Point⎟Ep. 2345
Commercial property sounds glamorous … until you actually try to buy one.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down commercial property by price point – from tiny budgets that barely get you anything, all the way through to multi-million-dollar, blue-chip investments with long-term tenants locked in.You’ll learn:What $100k, $250k, $500k, $750k, $1M, $2M and $5M actually buys you in NZ commercial propertyThe realistic minimum budget needed to get a decent commercial investmentWhat it really costs to buy a property with a long-term tenant already in placeIf you’ve ever wondered whether commercial property is your “next step” after residential, this episode gives you the clarity (and reality check) most investors never get.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Feb 10, 2026 • 17min
The Mistake That Keeps Your Salary Stuck Year After Year⎟Ep. 2344
How do you actually get a pay rise ... without awkwardly asking for one?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down how Kiwi workers really move their income forward, including the true story of someone who landed a 33% pay rise by earning it first. You’ll learn:How one Kiwi earned a 33% pay rise by taking on responsibility What not to say in your next catch-up with your boss (and why it backfires)The well-meaning mistake that quietly caps most people’s income growthA must-listen if you want to grow your income, boost your borrowing power, and accelerate your path to property investment - without ultimatums or awkward salary talks.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Feb 9, 2026 • 12min
The Property Ladder We’ve All Been Taught to Believe In⎟Ep. 2343
Is the property ladder actually broken ... or was it always a myth?In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack the classic idea of “trading up” and explain why climbing rung by rung doesn’t work the way many Kiwis expect it to anymore.You’ll learn:What the property ladder is meant to look like and why it’s harder todayHow selling and buying repeatedly quietly drains your wealth through hidden costsThe cheaper way to upgrade your lifestyle without constantly moving houseThis episode shows why the property ladder isn’t a rule – it’s just one tool, and using it too often can cost you far more than you realise.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Feb 8, 2026 • 17min
I Analysed 225,000 Properties & Stopped Investing HERE⎟Ep. 2342
What if everything you were taught about where to buy property… was wrong?In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal how analysing 225,000 properties across New Zealand completely changed Andrew’s investment strategy – and why he stopped buying in places that look like they should outperform.You’ll learn:Why Andrew stopped buying in so-called “premium” suburbsHow his investment strategy evolved over 21 years as better data became availableWhy many of the most successful investors actually do less, not moreIf you want to invest based on what actually works, not what sounds good at a seminar, this episode is a must-listen.We also mentioned this One Roof article in the podcast, have a read.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Feb 7, 2026 • 21min
Why They Bought Every Home One Street Apart (Accident or Strategy?)⎟Ep. 2341
How do you buy three homes before the age of 33 ... without getting everything right along the way?In this Case Study Sunday, Ed and Andrew sit down with Alex and Ashley, a couple who are navigating off-the-plans builds, COVID buying pressure, flatmates, rising interest rates, and some painful property lessons along the way.You’ll learn:How these investors bought 3 houses before the age of 33What really happened when they let their emotions take overHow many houses will they have by 43?This is a practical and honest case study for young couples wondering, “Is building a portfolio actually possible for us?”Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
Feb 6, 2026 • 18min
These 5 Rental Disputes Went Horribly Wrong – Here’s Who the Law Sided With⎟Ep. 2340
Landlord–tenant disputes can get expensive fast.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down five real disputes and reveal who was actually in the right each time.You'll learn:The 5 arguments landlords and tenants end up fighting overHow one tenant forced a landlord to repay $59,000 in rentWhat really happens when a tenant secretly runs an Airbnb from your propertyEd and Andrew walk through real cases involving unauthorised Airbnbs, pet damage, illegal dwellings, inspection disputes, and claims for 'emotional stress.'Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
