The $50,000 mistake: How one tradie poisoned this Kiwi’s home⎥Ep. 2082
In this episode, we share Nick’s story — a Kiwi tradie who bought a do-up in Auckland… and ended up with a toxic home, a rogue removalist, and a $50,000 repair bill.You’ll learn:How asbestos was missed (then badly handled) during a renovationWhat it took to fix the contamination and take the tradie to courtAnd how to protect yourself from dodgy operators when renovating your propertyWant to build a safe and smart reno plan? Start with a solid property investment strategy that covers more than just the upfront numbers.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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How much can tenants damage a house … and still get their bond back?⎥Ep. 2081
In this episode, we discuss what actually counts as “fair wear and tear” — and how much damage a tenant can do before they’re forced to pay.You’ll learn:When landlords can legally take money from the bond to cover repairsWhat the Tenancy Tribunal considers “normal” damage (vs neglect or intent)And the wild case where one tenant had to pay $4,500 — just in insurance excessesWant peace of mind that your property is being looked after? Learn how property management in NZ can help protect your investment.Register to try Opes+ out for yourself, it's free for everyone to use.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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Who can legally sell property in NZ? (The 5 levels explained)⎥Ep. 2080
In this episode, we discuss who’s legally allowed to sell property in New Zealand — and the 5 different levels of people involved in the real estate game.You’ll learn:Who can sell property without any qualifications (and the surprising loopholes)The difference between a salesperson, agent, developer, and financial adviserAnd the risks of taking advice from someone who isn’t properly licensedThinking of getting into the industry — or just want to know who’s really qualified to advise you? Check out our guide to financial advisers in NZ and how they can support your property journey.Register to try Opes+ out for yourself, it's free for everyone to use.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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How often do tenants NOT pay their rent?⎥Ep. 2079
In this episode, we discuss how often tenants fall behind on rent – and whether rent arrears are as scary as many property investors fear.You’ll learn:The real data behind how often rent goes unpaid (including our own internal numbers)Why tenants fall behind — and what you can do to protect yourselfAnd which city has more missed rent payments: Auckland or Christchurch?Want to feel more confident renting out your property? Here’s what you need to know about property management in NZ.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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How Fast Are Interest Rates REALLY Falling?⎥Ep. 2078
In this episode, we discuss how fast interest rates are actually falling — and what that means for your mortgage.You’ll learn:Why Trump’s tariffs could be the surprising reason your mortgage just got cheaperWhich fixed-term rates have dropped the most in the last 30 daysAnd why negotiating your rate is getting harder (unless you know what to ask for)Want to know what your repayments will look like as rates fall? Use our mortgage calculator NZ to run the numbers on your next fix.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.
That's whether you're an existing or aspiring property investor, you want to get into your first home, or you're just interested in the property market.
Andrew Nicol and Ed McKnight host the podcast. Andrew is the Managing Partner of Opes Partners and a prolific investor himself. Ed is an economist. https://www.opespartners.co.nz/investment/property-investment
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