The Property Academy Podcast

In this episode, we discuss one of Ed's biggest property investment mistakes. He shares how we put a property under contract when his relationship was already on the rocks. Ultimately this put him in a tough position when it came to calling it quits with his then partner. Main points discussed: Property investment mistakes Property and relationships And we also mention our upcoming ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wealth Plan seminars⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Click the link to register for tickets.

In this episode, we discuss how Kiwis can decide which interest rate to choose. This includes which mortgage interest rate to go for and strategies for selecting the best mortgage interest rate. We look back at past trends and explore the trade-off between a lower rate and stability. Main points discussed: fixed interest rates. Choosing your interest rate Here is the link to the Interest Rate spreadsheet mentioned in this episode. And we also mention our Opes Partners YouTube channel, click the link to check it out.

In this episode, we are joined by Aaron – a listener of the show – for Case Study Sunday. Aaron shares how he owns 12 properties and how he has quickly grown a portfolio while living aborad. Main points discussed: Investing in property from overseas property investor case study

In this episode, we discuss National's foreign property buyer policy. This includes which parts of New Zealand would be most impacted and how that might flow through to the rest of the country. Main points discussed: National's foreign buyer policy and its implications. The 2018 foreign buyer ban and its impact on the NZ property market. Auckland's property market: Potential surge and broader effects. And we also mention our upcoming ⁠⁠⁠⁠Wealth Plan seminars⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Click the link to register for tickets.

In this episode, we discuss how fast rents go up. This includes times when rents have gone up faster than average. It also looks at times when rents haven't increased quite as fast. We also dive into how inflation impacts rents, and whether rents go up faster when inflation is high. Main points discussed: annual rent increase. Rental rates vs. inflation. Impact of high inflation on rents. And we also mention our upcoming ⁠⁠⁠Wealth Plan seminars⁠⁠⁠ in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Click the link to register for tickets.

In this episode, we discuss property syndication 101, and how investors can get started in property syndication. We go through the basic and more complex approaches. We also mention some of the companies you can use to buy syndicated property. People like Erskine Owen, Bayleys and Centuria. We also look at property funds and REITs. Main points discussed: property syndication commercial property Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) Bayleys, Centuria and Erskine Owen And we also mention our upcoming ⁠⁠Wealth Plan seminars⁠⁠ in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Click the link to register for tickets.

In this episode, we discuss the pivotal trait that sets successful property investors apart from the rest. This includes looking at the psychological tactics you can use to motivate yourself to continue investing. Main points discussed: Money motivation Motivating yourself to save Saving vs spending And we also mention our upcoming ⁠⁠Wealth Plan seminars⁠⁠ in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Click the link to register for tickets.

In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of the Buy and Hold strategy. While the idea of purchasing a property and waiting for its value to rise may sound appealing, it's still got its challenges. You'll learn the limitations of the strategy and the potential pitfalls. Main points discussed: Overview of the Buy and Hold strategy. Problem #1: Reliance on the market. Problem #2: Property values can stagnate or even decrease. Problem #3: Equity remains locked until property sale. Problem #4: Potential for continuous top-ups due to negative gearing. Ideal candidates for the Buy and Hold strategy. And we also mention our upcoming ⁠Wealth Plan seminars⁠ in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Click the link to register for tickets.

In this episode, we delve into the motivations behind real estate investing. Ed and Andrew explore the Nest Egg and Golden Goose retirement strategies, using real-world examples. These strategies help you retire early and live the life you want. Main points discussed: The 'why' behind investing in property Nest Egg vs Golden Goose retirement strategies. Real-world investor stories. The inherent risks and rewards of property investment.

In this episode, we are joined by Paarth to discuss his property investment journey. At just 24 years old, he already owns 2 properties. Seeing his older sister buy her first home at 21 inspired him to start a property portfolio. Want to come on Case Study Sunday? Send us a message on Instagram.