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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

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00:13:19

Auckland No Longer Most Expensive City in NZ?⎟Ep. 2335

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/02/01

Headlines are claiming Auckland has been "dethroned" as New Zealand's most expensive property market — with the Bay of Plenty now taking the crown. But is that actually true?In this episode, Ed and Andrew dig into the data behind the headlines. The short answer: no, Auckland is still the most expensive place to buy. The median sale price in Auckland is still $150,000 higher than the Bay of Plenty. So what's going on?You'll learn:The difference between asking prices and sale

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00:21:50

“Your House Is on Fire” – The Call Every Property...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/31

From a $185k first home to fires, family tension, and hard-earned clarity. In this Case Study Sunday, Ed and Andrew sit down with Joy, whose property journey includes buying young, renovating the hard way, navigating family dynamics ... and dealing with the aftermath of a house literally burning down.You’ll learn:What really happens when your rental is destroyedThe emotional tug-of-war that comes with buying (and holding) property tied to familyWhy Joy swore she’d never DIY againThis episode is an

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00:15:28

What Property Experts Don't Want You to Notice⎟Ep. 2333

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/30

One headline says Auckland house prices are recovering. The next says they're still falling. They're published a week apart. So what's actually going on?In this episode, Ed and Andrew pull back the curtain on how property data really works in New Zealand — and why different news outlets report completely different numbers for the same market. It comes down to three data companies (Cotality, REINZ, and QV), each crunching the numbers in their own way.You'll learn:Why median sale

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00:13:21

The Property Recovery No One's Talking About [Winners...

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2026/01/29

House prices are still 15.7% below their 2021 peak. But that national number is hiding a much bigger story — because some areas have already fully recovered, while others are still falling.In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal which parts of New Zealand are the winners and losers of the property recovery. Queenstown-Lakes is now 11% above its peak. Southland is up 8%. Meanwhile, Lower Hutt has been falling for over four years and is down 31% — and it still hasn't bottomed out.You'll

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00:18:16

Death, Dollars and Drama: The Will Mistake That Tore...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/28

Your children will inherit properties — not problems. That's the plan, anyway. But what happens when blended families, second marriages, and complicated ownership structures collide with an outdated will?In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack the messy reality of passing on wealth — including real NZ court cases where families were torn apart fighting over farms and estates. One case saw siblings battle for years over a $2.33 million farm. Another saw a daughter's challenge thrown out after

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00:10:35

Why Your Rental Is 'Losing' Money (Even When It's...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/27

Your property makes $100 a week in cashflow — so why does your accountant say you lost $33,000 this year?In this episode, Ed and Andrew explain the confusing gap between what your bank account shows and what your tax return says. Spoiler: they're measuring two completely different things.You'll learn:Why cashflow and profit are NOT the same thingHow depreciation can turn a small surplus into a big "loss" on paperWhy a property showing a profit might still be costing you cashWhat

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00:12:39

5 Odd Ways to Rent Out Your Property Faster ⎟Ep. 2329

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/26

Struggling to find good tenants? In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal 5 unconventional tenant types that most landlords overlook – from government departments to churches to film studios. These aren't your typical renters, but they might just be the most reliable.You'll learn:Why government departments and corporates make surprisingly good tenantsThe quirks you'll need to accept — like no bond and NDA clausesHow churches and transitional housing providers find rental propertiesThe type

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00:12:19

These 3 Areas Will Crash. But This One Will Boom⎟Ep....

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2026/01/25

Is it a buyer's market or a seller's market right now? In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the property clock – a simple way to understand where prices are heading. They also reveal which regions are primed to grow and which ones might lag behind.You'll learn:How the property clock works and what each "hour" means for buyers and sellersWhere different NZ regions currently sit in the cycle — from Southland to TaranakiWhy Andrew makes 15-year investment decisions, not

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00:19:11

She Turned 1 House Into 2 Incomes (Without Buying...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/24

What if one property could create two income streams?In this Case Study Sunday, Ed and Andrew chat with Felicia and Tom about how a smart Airbnb-style B&B strategy allowed her to generate strong cashflow from a single property.You’ll learn:How they used a clever B&B strategy to create two income streamsHow moving during lockdown sparked a new investing strategyWhy she decided not to invest in Australia ... despite living thereThis episode hows how creative thinking can unlock value without

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00:14:41

I Lost $45K in 10 Years – Should I Cut My Losses or...

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2026/01/23

They did everything "right" — joined a property coaching group, bought an investment property – and still ended up $45,000 down after 10 years. In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down what went wrong and how to know when it's time to cut your losses.You'll learn:How to tell if your property is underperforming vs just following the marketThe 3-part "Should I Sell?" test to decide whether to hold or move onThe difference between crystallising your losses and falling for

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00:13:12

Is It Bad to Want to Be Rich?⎟Ep. 2325

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2026/01/22

"I want to be rich" — why does saying that feel like a social mistake? In this episode, Ed and Andrew explore why Kiwis often keep their financial goals quiet, and whether wanting wealth makes you greedy or just… human.You'll learn:Why NZ culture makes it awkward to talk about wanting more moneyThe difference between wanting to be "rich" vs wanting to be "free"What research says about how people really view the wealthyHow to pursue financial goals without feeling

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00:16:13

Do You Love the Idea of Investing More Than the...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/21

In this episode, Ed and Andrew tackle a question many Kiwis quietly ask themselves: do I actually want to invest, or do I just like the idea of it?You'll learn:Why even successful people feel frozen when it comes to building wealthThe psychology of loss aversion and why we fear losing money more than we enjoy making itThe Pride Cycle — and how to tell if you've gotten too comfortableA simple test to figure out if you're ready to investDon't forget

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00:12:54

How Clean Is ‘Clean Enough’? The Truth About...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/20

How clean is “clean enough” when a tenant moves out?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down exactly what the law requires, what “reasonably clean and tidy” actually means in practice, and why so many tenants and landlords disagree at the end of a tenancy.You’ll learn:What “reasonably clean and tidy” means under the Residential Tenancies ActWhat tenants often miss ... even when they've cleaned wellWhat happens if you and your tenant can’t agree on the cleaning standardThis episode provides a

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00:12:57

How Self-Driving Cars Will Reshape New Zealand's...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/19

What happens to the property market when cars drive themselves, talk to each other, and drop you at the office before parking alone?In this episode, Ed and Andrew explore how self-driving cars could reshape where Kiwis live, how cities grow, and what rentals might look like in 2045.You’ll learn:How autonomous vehicles could change where people choose to liveWhat NZ rentals could look like once car parks and garages become less essentialWhether driverless cars will ever become mainstream in New

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00:17:30

Listen To This Before Buying An Apartment in...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/18

Should you buy an apartment in 2026? For some investors, it could be the perfect move. For others, it's a trap waiting to happen.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the three biggest reasons NOT to buy an apartment, expose two common myths that trip up buyers, and reveal the three scenarios where apartments actually make sense.You'll also hear about the "Apartment Ambush" – where investors get sold on 6-7% growth forecasts, only to watch their property barely move in value

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00:18:30

She Bought Property From 15,000km Away – And It Went...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/17

Today’s Case Study Sunday guest is joining from the other side of the world ... literally.In this episode, Ed and Andrew chat with Dr Tiffany Cone, a Kiwi living in Doha, who bought an investment property in Christchurch while living 15,000km away.You’ll learn:How Tiffany bought a New Zealand investment property from overseas How she rewired her “pay down debt” mindset to get over the fearHow her Christchurch townhouse jumped by about $30,000 in value in a short periodTiffany breaks down what it’s

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00:14:22

10 Bargain Suburbs in NZ – And Why They’re Not All...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/16

Most Kiwis assume the cheapest suburbs are all tiny towns at the bottom of the South Island, but that’s no longer true.In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal the 10 cheapest suburbs in New Zealand, and compare them to the most expensive suburbs in the country.You’ll learn:The cheapest suburbs in NZ revealed (including the new No.1)Where house prices are rising and falling the fastestThe suburb where prices have dropped $800,000 since the peakThis episode gives you a clear snapshot of New Zealand’s

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00:14:23

Should You Trust AI With Your Money?⎥Ep. 2318

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/15

Many Kiwis now use AI tools like ChatGPT to check their numbers before investing, but what happens when the numbers are wrong?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down a real case where an investor used AI to model their property returns … and ended up with completely different results from Opes+.You’ll learn:What went wrong when this investor used AI to decide what to do with their moneyWhere AI really gets its information fromThe No.1 mistake investors make when comparing investment options This

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00:16:35

Why 2026 Will Change Everything (Property...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/14

What will really happen to NZ property in 2026?In this special predictions episode, Ed and Andrew look ahead to the next 12 months and map out what might happen across house prices, interest rates, investors, banks, developers, tenants, and the economy.You’ll learn:The top 12 property predictions for 2026What could happen each monthHow confident are Ed and Andrew that these predictions will actually come trueThis is a must-listen if you're looking for a realistic, month-by-month roadmap for

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00:11:47

Want to Add Value Fast? These Reno Jobs Don’t Need...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/01/13

You don’t always need a building consent to increase your property’s value, but most Kiwis have no idea what they can legally do.In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack the real rules around consent-free renovations and the document every DIY investor must read before lifting a hammer.You’ll learn:Renovations you can do without consentThe document tells you exactly what’s allowedThe 3 steps to avoid costly council finesThis episode gives you a clear roadmap for adding value safely – so you can

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