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 4, 2024 • 13min
Property Investment Scams – How to Avoid Getting Conned ⎜ Ep. 1636
In this episode, we discuss different property investment scams.
This includes how to spot common scams and cons, so that you don't lose tends (or hundreds) of thousands of dollars.
We cover redirection scams, fake asset scams and timeshares.
Mar 3, 2024 • 17min
The Hidden Costs When You Buy a Property + When You Pay Them ⎜ Ep. 1635
In this episode, we discuss all the hidden costs you'll face when you buy a property.
This includes building inspection fees, lawyer costs, interest, the cost of new keys, and so much more.
You can use this information to get prepared for all the costs you'll face when you start investing. Because these are all the setup costs you'll need to pay.
Mar 2, 2024 • 25min
Case Study Sunday – Started Investing at 23 ... Now I Own 3 Investment Properties. With Mike Petas ⎜ Ep. 1634
In this episode, we are joined by Mike, a property investor and listener of the show.
Mike started investing in property at 23. Now he owns 3 investment properties and his own home in Wanaka.
Mike shares they story about how he grew his property portfolio, even when the lending started to get tough.
Mar 1, 2024 • 17min
The Chance of Winning Lotto Revealed ⎜ Ep. 1633
In this episode, we discuss how likely it is that you'll win Lotto.
This includes your chance of winning Powerball and 1st division.
We also discuss the chance that you win big if you consistently play Lotto over the next 20 years.
All of this is to give you a sense of whether you should bet your retirement strategy on winning Lotto.
Feb 29, 2024 • 13min
Bridging Finance – The Complete Guide For Home Owners and Investors ⎜ Ep. 1632
In this episode, we discuss bridging finance. This includes how it works, how much it costs and how you can get a bridging loan.
We go through the rules and regulations, compare open and closed bridging finance and talk about the fishhooks where borrowers get caught out.
Ultimately this is so you can decide whether a bridging loan is the right move for you.
Feb 28, 2024 • 11min
OCR Holds at 5.5% – What It Means For Interest Rates ⎜ Ep. 1631
In this episode, we discuss the latest OCR decision and monetary policy statement from the Reserve Bank.
This includes what it means for interest rates, property prices, and your mortgage.
We play clips from the recent press conference so you can get under the hood and understand what the Reserve Bank really means.
Feb 27, 2024 • 11min
Has ANZ Lost The Plot? 6% OCR Forecast Reviewed ⎜ Ep. 1630
In this episode, we discuss ANZ's recent OCR forecasts, along with why they think the OCR will go up to 6%.
We go through their house price and interest rate forecasts and go through what the media may have missed.
This is all as a preview for the next OCR announcement that comes out this afternoon.
Feb 26, 2024 • 13min
Offset Mortgage vs Revolving Credit – Which is Better? ⎜ Ep. 1629
In this episode, we compared offset mortgages vs revolving credits.
This includes what they cost, how they work and how you can use them to save money on your mortgage.
We go through which banks offer each option and what actually makes them different.
That way you can decide which option is right for you.
Feb 25, 2024 • 15min
Which Properties Sell Fastest? The Top 5 Factors Ranked ⎜ Ep. 1628
In this episode, we dig into the data to find out which properties sell the fastest.
We look at 5 factors, including the number of bedrooms a property has, the land type, the property type, the price and the location of the property.
You can then use this as a priority list to understand which factors you should pay attention to and which don't matter as much.
Feb 24, 2024 • 20min
Case Study Sunday – Andrew Coaches Podcast Listener Live – with Jesse ⎜ Ep. 1627
In this episode, we are joined by Jesse for a live coaching session.
Here, Andrew reviews Jesse's portfolio and financial situation and then recommends what she should do next in her property career.
Jesse shares how she bought her first home in Canterbury, which is now an investment property. But should she keep it?
That's what she and Andrew discuss.
