Sell It or Rent It? The 3-Step Framework for Making the Right Choice⎥Ep. 2254
You’ve built equity in your first home, so should you sell it or keep it as a rental when you upgrade? In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down one of the biggest questions homeowners face, revealing when keeping your home as an investment makes sense … and when it’s a trap in disguise.You’ll learn:How to tell if your home would make a good investment propertyThe mistake that makes investors think their rental is profitable (when it’s not)How to compare your current home to other potential investmentsEd and Andrew show why the best decision isn’t always the obvious one, and how running the numbers properly can mean the difference between a solid investment and a financial drain.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
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Trump's 50-Year Mortgages Plan: Housing Saviour or Financial Disaster?⎥Ep. 2253
Donald Trump wants to introduce 50-year mortgage terms in the US – a move that could shake global property markets.In this episode, Ed and Andrew explore what it means, why it matters, and whether something similar could ever happen here in New Zealand.You’ll learn:How 50-year mortgages could make repayments cheaper – but homes more expensiveWhy longer loan terms might help more buyers get in (and push prices up)Whether New Zealand could follow the same path, and what that would do to affordabilityEd and Andrew reveal how this policy could boost borrowing by 20%, shift bank behaviour, and potentially drive the next property boom ... if it ever crosses the Pacific.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
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Downsizing Your Home: Smart Retirement Plan or Risky Bet?⎥Ep. 2252
Many Kiwis plan to sell the family home and buy something smaller to fund retirement. But does downsizing still work in 2025, or is it another myth about ageing gracefully?In this episode, Ed and Andrew explore when downsizing pays off and when it leaves you short. You’ll learn:3 reasons downsizing fails and 4 times it actually worksHow timing (before 72) can make or break your planWhy some retirees walk away with less than $200k after sellingWhether you’re dreaming of a smaller home or wondering if you’ve left it too late, this episode shows what it really takes to retire comfortably in New Zealand. 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
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When Property Investing Doesn’t Work: The $500k Lesson⎥Ep. 2251
After 23 years in the market, a Wellington couple has lost half a million dollars investing in property. In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the real reasons their plan fell apart, and what they (and others) could do to get back on track.You’ll learn:Why property investing doesn’t always work out – and when it can failThe biggest mistake investors make when structuring their debtHow getting the right advice could have saved this couple from losing $500,000Ed and Andrew explain how this story is less about property … and more about planning. And if you’re close to retirement or wondering whether to stay in the game, this episode shows what to do next before it’s too late.Click here to book your free Wealth Plan session with one of our advisers.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
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Why I Bought 3 Apartments in the Same Building (And LOVE It)⎥Ep. 2250
At 14, Charlie biked to the local stockbroker’s office with a cheque in hand to buy his first shares. 25 years later, that same drive had turned into a portfolio of 4 investment properties across Auckland and the Waikato. In this episode, Ed and Andrew sit down with Charlie to unpack how his early money lessons turned into a lifelong investing mindset.You’ll learn:The real reason Charlie kept buying in the same Auckland apartment blockHow trust structures, dual-income properties, and mindset build long-term resilienceHow he’s still finding ways to grow his wealth while balancing family lifeCharlie’s journey proves that great investors aren’t just lucky – they’re consistent, disciplined, and willing to make sacrifices today for freedom tomorrow.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
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.
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