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 whe...
In this episode, we discuss the 5 signs that it is time to change your property lawyer.
This includes how to break up with them ... even if they are a close family friend.
That way property investors and homeowners can find and use the right property lawyer for them.
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The TRUTH about commercial property yields⎥Ep. 1954
In this episode, we discuss the truth about commercial property investment yields. This includes what a good yield is in commercial property in 2025.
We also discuss which commercial properties tend to have better yields and which locations in New Zealand tend to have higher yields and lower vacancy rates.
That way property investors can get a better sense of the commercial property market.
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How to use the 'Cashflow Keep Up' strategy⎥Ep. 1953
In this episode, we discuss the Cashflow Keep Up strategy.
This is the idea that property investors need to continually increase their rent (in small amounts) to keep up with the market.
We discuss how to use this strategy, how to raise your rent as a property investor, and how to figure out what the market rent for your property is.
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Can I sell my own house & save $25,000 in real estate commissions?⎥Ep. 1952
In this episode, we discuss private sales and what it takes to sell your property yourself. We talk through the pros and cons of private sales.
This includes whether it is worth looking into it to save $25,000+ in real estate agent commission fees.
That way property investors and homeowners can get a sense of whether selling their home privately is the right move for them.
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How banks decide if they’ll give you a mortgage (or not) ⎥ Ep. 1951
In this episode, we discuss how banks decide whether to give you a mortgage (or not).
This includes the 3 tests banks run before they'll approve your mortgage. And the strategies that property investors can use to get the bank to lend them more money.
Property investors and homeowners can use this information to borrow more and get that next investment property.
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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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