

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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Jan 27, 2026 • 11min
Why Your Rental Is 'Losing' Money (Even When It's Not)⎟Ep. 2330
Your property makes $100 a week in cashflow — so why does your accountant say you lost $33,000 this year?In this episode, Ed and Andrew explain the confusing gap between what your bank account shows and what your tax return says. Spoiler: they're measuring two completely different things.You'll learn:Why cashflow and profit are NOT the same thingHow depreciation can turn a small surplus into a big "loss" on paperWhy a property showing a profit might still be costing you cashWhat you should actually focus on as a property investorThis episode clears up one of the most common misconceptions in property investing — and helps you understand what your accountant is really telling you.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 26, 2026 • 13min
5 Odd Ways to Rent Out Your Property Faster ⎟Ep. 2329
Struggling to find good tenants? In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal 5 unconventional tenant types that most landlords overlook – from government departments to churches to film studios. These aren't your typical renters, but they might just be the most reliable.You'll learn:Why government departments and corporates make surprisingly good tenantsThe quirks you'll need to accept — like no bond and NDA clausesHow churches and transitional housing providers find rental propertiesThe type of landlord these tenants are (and aren't) a good fit forDon'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 25, 2026 • 12min
These 3 Areas Will Crash. But This One Will Boom⎟Ep. 2328
Is it a buyer's market or a seller's market right now? In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the property clock – a simple way to understand where prices are heading. They also reveal which regions are primed to grow and which ones might lag behind.You'll learn:How the property clock works and what each "hour" means for buyers and sellersWhere different NZ regions currently sit in the cycle — from Southland to TaranakiWhy Andrew makes 15-year investment decisions, not 12-month betsThe one region that stagnated for 12 years — and what that teaches us about timingDon'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 24, 2026 • 19min
She Turned 1 House Into 2 Incomes (Without Buying Another Property)⎟Ep. 2327
What if one property could create two income streams?In this Case Study Sunday, Ed and Andrew chat with Felicia and Tom about how a smart Airbnb-style B&B strategy allowed her to generate strong cashflow from a single property.You’ll learn:How they used a clever B&B strategy to create two income streamsHow moving during lockdown sparked a new investing strategyWhy she decided not to invest in Australia ... despite living thereThis episode hows how creative thinking can unlock value without buying another property.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 23, 2026 • 15min
I Lost $45K in 10 Years – Should I Cut My Losses or Ride It Out?⎟Ep. 2326
They did everything "right" — joined a property coaching group, bought an investment property – and still ended up $45,000 down after 10 years. In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down what went wrong and how to know when it's time to cut your losses.You'll learn:How to tell if your property is underperforming vs just following the marketThe 3-part "Should I Sell?" test to decide whether to hold or move onThe difference between crystallising your losses and falling for the sunk-cost fallacyWhat the "Apartment Ambush" is — and how to avoid itDon'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 22, 2026 • 13min
Is It Bad to Want to Be Rich?⎟Ep. 2325
"I want to be rich" — why does saying that feel like a social mistake? In this episode, Ed and Andrew explore why Kiwis often keep their financial goals quiet, and whether wanting wealth makes you greedy or just… human.You'll learn:Why NZ culture makes it awkward to talk about wanting more moneyThe difference between wanting to be "rich" vs wanting to be "free"What research says about how people really view the wealthyHow to pursue financial goals without feeling like you're betraying your valuesDon'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 21, 2026 • 16min
Do You Love the Idea of Investing More Than the Reality? ⎟Ep. 2324
In this episode, Ed and Andrew tackle a question many Kiwis quietly ask themselves: do I actually want to invest, or do I just like the idea of it?You'll learn:Why even successful people feel frozen when it comes to building wealthThe psychology of loss aversion and why we fear losing money more than we enjoy making itThe Pride Cycle — and how to tell if you've gotten too comfortableA simple test to figure out if you're ready to investDon'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 20, 2026 • 13min
How Clean Is ‘Clean Enough’? The Truth About End-of-Tenancy Cleaning⎟Ep. 2323
How clean is “clean enough” when a tenant moves out?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down exactly what the law requires, what “reasonably clean and tidy” actually means in practice, and why so many tenants and landlords disagree at the end of a tenancy.You’ll learn:What “reasonably clean and tidy” means under the Residential Tenancies ActWhat tenants often miss ... even when they've cleaned wellWhat happens if you and your tenant can’t agree on the cleaning standardThis episode provides a clear and practical guide to cleaning standards at the end of a tenancy.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 19, 2026 • 13min
How Self-Driving Cars Will Reshape New Zealand's Property Market⎟Ep. 2322
What happens to the property market when cars drive themselves, talk to each other, and drop you at the office before parking alone?In this episode, Ed and Andrew explore how self-driving cars could reshape where Kiwis live, how cities grow, and what rentals might look like in 2045.You’ll learn:How autonomous vehicles could change where people choose to liveWhat NZ rentals could look like once car parks and garages become less essentialWhether driverless cars will ever become mainstream in New ZealandThis episode is a fun, forward-looking thought experiment about how technology could shift the way we buy, build, and think about property in the coming decades.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 18, 2026 • 18min
Listen To This Before Buying An Apartment in 2026!⎟Ep. 2321
Should you buy an apartment in 2026? For some investors, it could be the perfect move. For others, it's a trap waiting to happen.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the three biggest reasons NOT to buy an apartment, expose two common myths that trip up buyers, and reveal the three scenarios where apartments actually make sense.You'll also hear about the "Apartment Ambush" – where investors get sold on 6-7% growth forecasts, only to watch their property barely move in value over a decade.In this episode, you'll learn:Why apartments in Auckland City appreciate 3% slower per year than houses and townhousesThe real story behind an investor who bought a $540k apartment in 2015... and what it's worth todayWhat "body corporate control" actually means for your investment flexibilityThe truth about rental yields on apartments (hint: 5.5-6.5% is the target)Which type of investor should consider apartments – and who should stay far awayDon't forget to create your free Opes+ account here to run the numbers on any property in New Zealand and see realistic forecasts based on property type.Also check out the Opes Market MoverFor more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok


