What's The BEST Way To Estimate House Prices In New Zealand⎥Ep. 2142
Online property estimators promise to tell you what your house is worth. But which one is actually accurate? And how close are the estimates to reality?In this episode, Ed and Andrew are joined by Vanessa from Realestate.co.nz, who shares the results of comparing over 75,000 online house estimates with actual sale prices.You’ll learn:Which property valuation tool is the most accurate in New ZealandWhere in the country online estimates are more reliableWhy you can’t always trust the numbers (and when you can)Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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How High Can House Prices Go? (vs Incomes)⎥Ep. 2141
In this episode, we ask a big question — what’s the real limit on house prices? Because many Kiwis wonder: If incomes don’t rise much … how can property prices keep going up?We unpack:The latest house price-to-income ratios across NZ (and how they compare internationally)Whether Tauranga and Auckland are truly “the most unaffordable” – or if the data hides something deeperWhy DTI (debt-to-income) ratios might be more useful than price-to-income when assessing affordabilityYou’ll also hear why existing homeowners with high equity – not first-home buyers – might be the key to understanding what’s really driving the property market.For more on the limits of affordability, check out our article on house prices NZ.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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How to Fund a Mini-Retirement With Property (4 Strategies Explained)⎥Ep. 2140
Not everyone wants to wait until 65 to enjoy life. For some Kiwis, financial freedom isn’t about retirement — it’s about creating options earlier. In this episode, we explore how property can help you fund a mini-retirement and give you a break from work now (not just later).You’ll learn:4 strategies to use your properties to fund time off workHow much a mini-retirement can actually costWhy one listener isn’t waiting for retirement — and neither should youAnd if you're thinking 'how much do I need to retire nz?' read this guide on how much retirement really costs. Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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If You Are 40 & Own A House In NZ, You Need To Hear THIS⎥Ep. 2139
You’re in your 40s – your income’s peaking, your expenses are soaring, and everyone wants a piece of you. It’s easy to think “I’ll deal with investing later.” But that could be the biggest financial mistake you ever make.In this episode, we break down:The riskiest money move you can make in your 40sThe biggest untapped resource most 40-somethings forget they haveWhy delaying investing means saving 3x more just to catch upIf you’re relying on just the pension or KiwiSaver, you might be in for a shock. So read this guide to figure out how much do I need to retire nz.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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How This Couple Bought 3 Houses Before 30⎥Ep. 2138
In this episode, we meet Nefe and Dan – a young Kiwi couple who hit their goal of owning three properties by the time they turned 30.They didn’t win the lottery. They didn’t start with heaps of money. But what they did do was sacrifice, hustle, and learn to work the system.You’ll learn:How to use the bank’s money (not just your own) to grow a portfolioWhy sacrificing birthdays and travel helped fast-track their successWhat happened when a dodgy off-the-plan deal nearly derailed their planThis episode is a must-listen for anyone thinking “I’ve left it too late.” You haven’t. And if you looking for a financial adviser (nz) check out this guide on the top financial advisers in the country.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account 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.
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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