

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 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

Feb 5, 2026 • 9min
If You Want to See the Next Boom Early, Look at This Region⎟Ep. 2339
Why is Southland quietly outperforming every other property market in New Zealand?In this episode, Ed and Andrew dig into the data to explain why Southland is currently the only region showing green lights across every key market indicator ... while much of the country is still struggling to recover.You’ll learn:Why Southland is the only region where house prices are clearly risingThe economic forces are driving this early recoveryWhat today’s data says about where the Southland market could head nextIf you want to understand where the next phase of the property cycle is already playing out, and what that could mean for investors watching the market closely, this is one you don’t want to miss.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 4, 2026 • 20min
The ACTUAL Worst Political Party for Landlords (It’s Not Who You Think)⎟Ep. 2338
With the next general election locked in, property investors are starting to ask a nervous question: what happens to my portfolio if the wrong party gets in?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the major political parties’ housing and tax policies to answer one blunt question – which political party is actually the worst for landlords?You’ll learn:How National, Labour, and the Greens really differ when it comes to property investmentWhich policies could push a landlord’s effective tax rate from around 20% to over 50%Why the two biggest parties are far more similar on property than most investors realiseThis episode explains why this isn’t a “who to vote for” guide, and why you shouldn’t make election decisions wearing only your property-investor hat.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 3, 2026 • 17min
Net Migration Looks Scary – Until You Hear the Full Story⎟Ep. 2337
Why are so many Kiwis leaving New Zealand ... and should property investors actually be worried?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the latest net migration numbers and explain why the headlines don’t tell the full story. You’ll learn:Why is net migration still positiveHow Covid distorted migration numbersWhat population growth, household size, and migration trends really mean for rents and house pricesA must-listen for investors who want clarity on migration, population growth, and what really drives the housing market – beyond the headlines.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 2, 2026 • 16min
The Hidden Danger of Saving Too Much (No One's Talking About This)⎟Ep. 2336
Can you save too much? After 2,000+ episodes telling people to invest more, pay off debt, and build wealth — Ed and Andrew flip the script.In this episode, they tackle the dark side of the FIRE movement and extreme frugality. The burnout. The broken relationships. The people who reached financial freedom but forgot to live along the way.You'll learn:Why going too hard, too fast with saving often backfiresThe real stories of FIRE followers who "took it too far and took value from their life"How saver/spender dynamics can make or break a relationshipA 3-step framework for finding the balance between building wealth and actually enjoying itThe purpose of money is to maximise lifetime happiness. Sometimes that means saving more. Sometimes it means spending more.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 1, 2026 • 13min
Auckland No Longer Most Expensive City in NZ?⎟Ep. 2335
Headlines are claiming Auckland has been "dethroned" as New Zealand's most expensive property market — with the Bay of Plenty now taking the crown. But is that actually true?In this episode, Ed and Andrew dig into the data behind the headlines. The short answer: no, Auckland is still the most expensive place to buy. The median sale price in Auckland is still $150,000 higher than the Bay of Plenty. So what's going on?You'll learn:The difference between asking prices and sale prices — and why it mattersWhy the mix of properties listed can completely skew the numbersWhich city has actually been more expensive than Auckland for most of the last 33 yearsWhy this headline might really be a sign that Auckland has gotten cheapProperty headlines love drama. This episode gives you the facts.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

Jan 31, 2026 • 22min
“Your House Is on Fire” – The Call Every Property Investor Dreads⎟Ep. 2334
From a $185k first home to fires, family tension, and hard-earned clarity. In this Case Study Sunday, Ed and Andrew sit down with Joy, whose property journey includes buying young, renovating the hard way, navigating family dynamics ... and dealing with the aftermath of a house literally burning down.You’ll learn:What really happens when your rental is destroyedThe emotional tug-of-war that comes with buying (and holding) property tied to familyWhy Joy swore she’d never DIY againThis episode is an honest look at how messy real property journeys can be ... and why clarity, planning, and knowing your limits matter just as much as buying well.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

Jan 30, 2026 • 15min
What Property Experts Don't Want You to Notice⎟Ep. 2333
One headline says Auckland house prices are recovering. The next says they're still falling. They're published a week apart. So what's actually going on?In this episode, Ed and Andrew pull back the curtain on how property data really works in New Zealand — and why different news outlets report completely different numbers for the same market. It comes down to three data companies (Cotality, REINZ, and QV), each crunching the numbers in their own way.You'll learn:Why median sale prices can be misleading — and what to use insteadThe free monthly report that tells you how prices are actually movingHow to find the data yourself in under 5 minutesWhy most property headlines aren't worth your attentionStop getting whiplash from conflicting headlines. This episode shows you how to cut through the noise and find the truth for yourself.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

Jan 29, 2026 • 13min
The Property Recovery No One's Talking About [Winners & Losers Revealed]⎟Ep. 2332
House prices are still 15.7% below their 2021 peak. But that national number is hiding a much bigger story — because some areas have already fully recovered, while others are still falling.In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal which parts of New Zealand are the winners and losers of the property recovery. Queenstown-Lakes is now 11% above its peak. Southland is up 8%. Meanwhile, Lower Hutt has been falling for over four years and is down 31% — and it still hasn't bottomed out.You'll learn:The 5 areas that have already passed their 2021 peaksWhy Wellington and Auckland are dragging down the national numbersThe maths trick that makes recoveries look smaller than they areWhat this means if you're thinking about buying in a specific areaThe "national house price" hides more than it reveals. This episode shows you what's really going on — region by region.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

Jan 28, 2026 • 18min
Death, Dollars and Drama: The Will Mistake That Tore This Family Apart⎟Ep. 2331
Your children will inherit properties — not problems. That's the plan, anyway. But what happens when blended families, second marriages, and complicated ownership structures collide with an outdated will?In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack the messy reality of passing on wealth — including real NZ court cases where families were torn apart fighting over farms and estates. One case saw siblings battle for years over a $2.33 million farm. Another saw a daughter's challenge thrown out after her brother had worked the land for decades.You'll learn:How to split assets fairly when you have children from different relationshipsWhy courts can (and do) rewrite wills — and how to stop it happening to yoursThe simple document that could save your family $10,000+ in legal feesWhat happens if you lose mental capacity without an Enduring Power of AttorneyIf you're a property investor with a blended family — or just someone who's been putting off sorting their will — this episode is your wake-up call.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


