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- Let's not sugar-coat it: New Zealand is in the longest housing downturn on record. So how much longer does it last, and when do prices actually turn?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew line up the forecasts from every major bank, the Reserve Bank and Treasury, and crunch what they really mean for your house price.
You'll learn:
Just how bad this downturn is compared to the ones you actually remember
What the banks, the Reserve Bank and Treasury predict, year by year
Why house sales have recovered, but prices haven't
Nobody knows the exact number. But every serious forecaster's line is pointing the same way ... and it's not the way the last four years went.
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TikTok - For his first decade investing, Dean threw everything at paying down debt. Now, at 41 with three kids, he's deliberately easing off. So what changed ... and how do you know when to stop grinding and start enjoying it?
In this Case Study Sunday, returning guest Dean shares how his mindset has shifted from chasing debt freedom to building net worth and living in the here and now.
You'll learn:
How he built four rentals by 41
How does he balance investing for the future vs living life now
And his strategy to pay down debt
As a mate told him, if you always chase the light at the end of the tunnel, you just add another tunnel. Sometimes the real win is enjoying the now.
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TikTok - Most people wait for the perfect idea, the right gear, or a big audience before they start.
The truth? You can be earning on the side this week ... with nothing but your phone.
In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the new rules of side hustles and seven ways to make extra cash you can start today.
You'll learn:
Why you should start with the customer, not the idea
7 side hustles you can begin with almost zero setup
The get-rich-quick traps to ignore
The hardest part was never the idea. It's starting ... and nobody's waiting for you to do it.
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TikTok - Normally, more risk means a lower price. So, flood risk should be a permanent discount hanging over a home. But why are flood-prone properties quietly outgrowing the safe ones?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew dig into the Cotality data, and what it really means if you're tempted by a cheaper house with a catch.
You'll learn:
Why the riskiest homes are growing faster than the safe ones
The affordability trap driving buyers into flood zones
What flood risk could mean for your insurance and resale down the track
Affordability wins today. But as the data warns, risk shapes tomorrow.
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TikTok - A good property coach can be the best money you ever spend. A bad one can cost you a fortune.
The problem? Anyone can call themselves a coach ... so how do you tell the difference?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew look at the side of property coaching nobody advertises, and how to protect yourself before handing over thousands.
You'll learn:
Why a big social media following isn't the same as a real track record
What happens to your money if a coach's business falls over
The questions to ask before you pay anyone
Coaching can change your life, or drain your savings. Knowing what to ask is what separates the two.
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About The Property Academy Podcast
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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