

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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Sep 28, 2023 • 13min
National's Housing Policy Explained: All Your Questions Answered ⎜ Ep. 1478
In this episode, we discuss the National Party's housing policy.
This includes a look at interest deductibility, the bright-line test and changes for commercial property owners.
And we also mention our upcoming Wealth Plan seminars in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Click the link to register for tickets.

Sep 27, 2023 • 14min
Property Prices Up 3 Months in a Row – New Data Revealed in Property Market Update ⎜ Ep. 1477
In this episode, we discuss the latest data about the New Zealand property market.
This includes revealing that property prices across the country have increased 3 months in a row.
You'll also hear the latest stats about the rental market – and the surprising place where rental properties are snapped up in just 8 days.
And we also mention our upcoming Wealth Plan seminars in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Click the link to register for tickets.

Sep 26, 2023 • 14min
Taupo: Is It a Good Place To Invest? (New Data Update) ⎜ Ep. 1476
In this episode, we discuss whether it's a good idea to invest in Taupo.
This includes a deep dive into the Taupo property market.
That allows you to answer the question "are proeprties in Taupo a good investment right now?"
Main Points:
Latest data on Taupo's housing market.
Rental availability in Taupo and its significance.
Is Taupo over or undervalued?
And we also mention our upcoming Wealth Plan seminars in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Click the link to register for tickets.

Sep 25, 2023 • 13min
Should I Refinance My Mortgage to Get a Lower Interest Rate? ⎜ Ep. 1475
In this episode, we discuss whether you should refinance your mortgage.
This includes what refinancing, restructuring and refixing really mean.
You'll also learn the pros and cons of refinancing your mortgage and switching banks.
Main Points:
Difference between refixing, restructuring, and refinancing.
Why refinancing is a hot topic.
Pros and cons of refinancing.
Splitbanking.
And we also mention our upcoming Wealth Plan seminars in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Click the link to register for tickets.

Sep 24, 2023 • 13min
What is a Good Gross Yield in 2023? Numbers Revealed ⎜ Ep. 1474
In this episode, we discuss what a good gross yield is in 2023.
We talk about how to calculate the gross yield.
Then we deep dive into the Hamilton property market to show what yields property investors are willing to accept in 2023.
We reveal that the median gross yield in Hamilton is 4.46%.
Main points discussed:
How to calculate gross yield
Real-world examples from Hamilton
The median gross yield is 4.46%
Importance of calculating yield based on current value

Sep 23, 2023 • 18min
Case Study Sunday – High School Drop Out Owns 5 Properties at 34 Years Old. Jeremy Field ⎜ Ep. 1473
In this episode, we are joined by Jeremy Field, a 34-year-old who already owns 5 properties.
Jeremy shares his story, including how he dropped out of high school with no qualifications.
He went on to turn his life around. He currently owns 5 properties.
And we also mention our upcoming Wealth Plan seminars in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Click the link to register for tickets.

Sep 22, 2023 • 14min
Advanced: How To Become a Full Time Property Investor ⎜ Ep. 1472
In this episode, we discuss how you can become a full-time property investor.
This includes what it takes to quit your 9-to-5 and manage your property portfolio full-time.
We look into Connor's scenario. He's a 30-year-old with 14 properties.
We explore key strategies for maximizing property cashflow, making smart sales, and retaining bank support.
Main points discussed:
Requirements for full-time property investing
Retiring young
And we also mention our upcoming Wealth Plan seminars in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Click the link to register for tickets.

Sep 21, 2023 • 17min
Designing for Dollars: Interior Design for Investment Properties ⎜ Ep. 1471
In today's episode, we are joined by Nuinra Katta from NMK Interiors.
Nurina is an interior who specialises in investment properties. She shares what property investors need to know when renovating their rentals.
We explore what you can do to your properties to get a higher rent, less vacancy, and a higher property value.
Main points discussed:
Impact of strategic interior design on property value.
Design nuances for investment properties vs. personal homes.
Cost-benefit analysis and emerging design trends.
And we also mention our upcoming Wealth Plan seminars in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Click the link to register for tickets.

Sep 20, 2023 • 14min
Case Study: $10k Renovation = $100 Extra Rent Per Week ⎜ Ep. 1470
In this episode, we are joined by Ilse Wolfe to discuss a case study of how one investor purchased a property for $50k under its value.
She also shares how the investor spent just $10k on a renovation. But, managed to increase the rent by $100 a week.
Main points discussed:
Cost-effective renovations
low-cost renovations
Instant equity
Buying a property under-value

Sep 19, 2023 • 15min
"A Man is Not a Retirement Plan" – The Money Mentalist, Lynda Moore ⎜ Ep. 1469
In this episode, we chat with the Money Mentalist, Lynda Moore.
Lynda shares her personal journey and how she was told from a young age just to "marry a rich farmer".
This includes looking at the risks of depending solely on a partner for finances.
Main points discussed:
Lynda Moore's personal financial journey.
The pitfalls of depending on partners for finances.


