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.
Episodes
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Jan 15, 2024 • 14min
5 Ways To Measure Property Investment Returns – Pros + Cons ⎜ Ep. 1587
In this episode, we discuss the 5 different ways you can measure investment property returns.
This includes the pros and cons of gross yields, net yields, cash on cash return, return on investment and internal rate of return.
This episode shows that you buy a different property based on the way you measure property investment returns.
We also mention our new quiz and calculator to help you find out Can I afford an investment property in 2024?
Jan 14, 2024 • 13min
The Lower The Deposit – The Better ... What Investors Need to Know ⎜ Ep. 1586
In this episode, we discuss why property investors need to care about getting the lowest deposit possible.
This includes how investors can use lower deposits to get a higher return on investment.
We also mention our new quiz and calculator to help you find out Can I afford an investment property in 2024?
Jan 13, 2024 • 16min
Case Study Sunday: How to Convert Leasehold To Freehold ⎜ Ep. 1585
In this episode, we discuss a case study about how to convert a leasehold property into a freehold title.
This is based off a real scenario, where a unit owner needs to works with other property owners to buy the land underneath their properties.
We also mention our new quiz and calculator to help you find out Can I afford an investment property in 2024?
Jan 11, 2024 • 12min
6 Steps To Find Profitable Investment Properties ⎜ Ep. 1583
In this episode, we discuss the 6 steps you can take to find profitable investment properties.
This includes where to get good data and how to analyse it.
We mention these articles in the show:
NZ Property market update
Wellington property market update
Wellington City over or undervalued analysis
We also mention our new quiz and calculator to help you find out Can I afford an investment property in 2024?
Jan 10, 2024 • 12min
The Premium In, Premium Out Principle – What Investors Need to Know ⎜ Ep. 1582
In this episode, we discuss the Premium In, Premium Out principle.
This is the principle where you sometimes spend more money on a property, but it doesn't become a better investment.
The risk is that investors start buying nicer properties, but don't really get more bang for their buck (in investment terms).
We mentioned the article "Do properties with more land go up in value faster?"
We also mention our new quiz and calculator to help you find out Can I afford an investment property in 2024?
Jan 9, 2024 • 13min
Rent Property To Family – The Right Way ⎜ Ep. 1581
In this episode, we discuss the right way to rent an investment property to a family member.
This includes the dos and don'ts, including why you should never accept some of their money as part of the deposit.
Ultimately, this is to help you avoid the mistakes that other investors have made when renting to friends and family.
We also mention our new quiz and calculator to help you find out Can I afford an investment property in 2024?
Jan 7, 2024 • 11min
Are Home Buyers Scared of Plaster Homes? Do They Sell For Less Money? ⎜ Ep. 1579
In this episode, we discuss whether home buyers are scared of plaster homes.
This includes a review of research out of the University of Auckland about whether plaster homes sell for less money (even after they've been repaired).
This can give us a sense of whether plaster homes are a good investment and what you need to be aware of.
We also mention our new quiz and calculator to help you find out Can I afford an investment property in 2024?
Jan 6, 2024 • 12min
Bricks vs Plaster vs Weatherboard vs Metal – 4 Cladding Types Reviewed ⎜ Ep. 1578
In this episode, we review and compare the 4 main types of cladding used in New Zealand.
This includes, bricks, plaster, weatherboard and metal.
And while there are lots of different types of material you can build your house out of, these are the main ones.
Ultimately, this helps you make an informed decision about what type of property to buy.
We also mention our new quiz and calculator to help you find out Can I afford an investment property in 2024?
Jan 5, 2024 • 14min
Plaster Homes Review – Are Plaster Homes a Good Investment? ⎜ Ep. 1577
In this episode, we are joined by Tyson from TK Plastering to discuss plaster homes.
This includes:
why some plaster homes leak,
how to spot whether a plaster home could be a leaker, and
how to know whether a plaster property is ok.
Ultimately, this helps you figure out whether to invest in a plaster home or not.
We also mention our new quiz and calculator to help you find out Can I afford an investment property in 2024?
Jan 4, 2024 • 15min
[Must Listen] The Story of the Lawyer & the Truck Driver ⎜ Ep. 1576
In this episode, we discuss the story of the Lawyer and the Truck Driver.
This is a parable that shows that you don't need a high income to be rich ... you just need to invest for the long term.
We compare the two mindsets – someone who is on a low income, but invests to get ahead, and someone on a high income that wastes the opportunity.
We also mention our new quiz and calculator to help you find out Can I afford an investment property in 2024?
