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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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00:18:57

The 6 Best NZ Property Markets for 2026 (The Data...

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2026/01/11

The “best places to buy” lists are everywhere ... but which areas actually have the numbers to back it up in 2026?In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal the 6 best places to invest in New Zealand this year, using a nationwide scoring system to rank every city from -6 to +6 for investment potential. You’ll learn:The 6 best areas to invest in 2026 Our score for every city in New Zealand for investment potentialWhy this city tops the list This episode gives you a clear, data-driven roadmap for where to

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00:23:13

How Two Young Kiwis Became 8-Property Investors...

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2026/01/10

What does it take to build an 8-property portfolio while raising twins, renovating houses, and self-managing six sets of tenants?In this Case Study Sunday, Ed and Andrew sit down with Cameron and Sam to unpack how they went from DIY renos to new-build investing.You’ll learn:How Cameron and Sam built an 8-property portfolio across new builds, older homes, and a sectionWhy did they move from hands-on renovations to turnkey investingWhat it’s really like to self-manage multiple tenantsThis episode

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00:15:01

How To Buy A House: The Step-By-Step Guide for...

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2026/01/09

Buying your first home can feel overwhelming – but it doesn’t have to be.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the exact 8-step blueprint to help first-home buyers go from browsing listings to getting the keys.You’ll learn:The 8 steps to buying a house you’re going to live inHow to set crystal-clear buying criteria and map your real budgetThe 3 mistakes first-home buyers make that can cost time, money, and opportunitiesThis episode gives you a clear, practical roadmap to buying your first home

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00:13:31

When Your Properties Pay You — The Strategy Shift...

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2026/01/08

What do you do when your investment properties suddenly make more money than you need?In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack a real listener’s dilemma... and answer the question most investors dream of: What should we do with this extra cash?You’ll learn:What to do when your properties turn cashflow positiveHow an $800/week surplus can trigger a $14k tax billHow many properties could you buy if you reinvest that cashflow insteadThis episode shows how to make smarter decisions once your portfolio

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00:13:08

Why Your House Might Be Uninsurable in 20 Years?⎥Ep....

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2026/01/07

What if, 20 years from now, your house couldn’t get insurance at all?In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack the government’s new National Adaptation Framework – the long-term plan that shifts climate risk from the government to homeowners directly.You’ll learn:Why some properties may become uninsurable within the next two decadesHow government reforms will end large-scale buyouts after storms and floodsHow these changes could push up your insurance costs and hit property values in high-risk areasThis

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00:19:45

8 Signs You Should Retire Earlier Than You Think⎥Ep....

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2026/01/06

Most Kiwis assume they’ll retire at 65 – but what if you could stop working years earlier?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the 8 signs that reveal whether you’re ready to retire sooner than you think (including the one obvious sign everyone forgets).You’ll learn:The 8 early-retirement signals Why some Kiwis can’t keep working until 65 ... even if they want toHow part-time work can slash the amount you need savedThis episode unpacks the real markers of early retirement readiness – from

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00:13:03

Multi-Agency vs Sole Agency: Which Sells Faster?⎥Ep....

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2026/01/05

When you’re selling your house, should you stick with one real estate agent – or use multiple to “create competition”?In this episode, Ed and Andrew dig into the data behind sole vs multi-agency listings to reveal whether more agents actually lead to more buyers, faster sales, or higher prices.You’ll learn:Whether using multiple agents helps you sell faster or slows you downIf multi-agency listings really achieve higher pricesHow to decide which approach fits your property and your selling

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00:15:41

The 6 Worst Places to Buy in NZ for 2026 (The Data Is...

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2026/01/04

Everyone wants to know the best places to buy ... but what about the worst?In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal the 6 worst areas to invest in 2026, using brand-new national data to show which towns are overvalued, under-growing, and most likely to trap investors.You’ll learn:The top 6 worst places to buy property in 2026What makes a property market truly “bad” How even high-growth towns can be terrible investments once the numbers are revealedThis episode gives you a data-driven roadmap to avoid

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00:19:39

Case Study: The Mini-Retirements Wealth Strategy No...

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2026/01/03

What happens when two divorced parents meet, blend families, renovate their way through Auckland – and accidentally become property flippers?In this Case Study Sunday, Ed and Andrew sit down with Ryan and Candice to unpack how they turned life upheaval, multiple moves, and a talent for renovations into mini-retirements, capital gains, and a whole new career direction.You’ll learn:How they became “unintentional flippers” The lessons from multiple renos, including timing the market, selling privately,

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00:18:31

How to Buy a High-Cashflow Investment Property...

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2026/01/02

Most Kiwis buy property for capital growth, but what if your goal is cashflow right now?In this episode, Ed and Andrew walk you through the exact 8-step process to find, analyse, and buy an investment property that puts money in your pocket each week.You’ll learn:How to identify true cashflow properties (and the signs to look for)The eight steps to find, compare, and test high-yield dealsHow to know exactly how much cash your property could make per weekThis episode provides a practical roadmap to

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00:13:06

The Truth About High House Prices & Who's Really to...

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2026/01/01

Do property investors really make housing unaffordable for first home buyers ... or is that just an easy story people tell?In this episode, Ed and Andrew dig into 20 years of buyer data, Treasury research, and international studies to reveal what actually drives house prices … and whether investors are really to blame.You’ll learn:Whether investors genuinely push up house pricesIf investors crowd out first home buyers What would actually happen if property investors disappeared tomorrowThis episode

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00:14:26

The Wake-Up Call: How Many Paydays You Really Have...

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2025/12/31

Happy New Year! Most of us think we’ve got decades to sort out our retirement … but what if you measured your future in paydays instead of years?In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal why your remaining paychecks might be far fewer than you realise – and what that means for your financial freedom.You’ll learn:How many paydays do you actually have left before retirementThe simple formula to calculate your own number in secondsThe tool that shows whether your current plan will get you financially

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00:13:49

How Long Does It Take To Get A Mortgage Approved?⎥Ep....

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2025/12/30

Most people think that getting a mortgage approved takes a week or so – but the actual timeline is quite different.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down how long mortgage approvals actually take, why banks quote 5–10 days, and what really happens behind the scenes before the money lands in your account.You’ll learn:The true timeframe to get a mortgage approvedThe exact steps banks and advisers follow before giving you a “yes”How to speed up your approvalThis episode provides a clear roadmap for

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00:13:49

How a Table Mortgage REALLY Works – Explained Without...

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2025/12/29

Most Kiwis have a table mortgage, but few truly understand how they work.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the numbers behind New Zealand’s most common mortgage type, including why your repayments barely seem to make a dent in the early years.You’ll learn:How much interest do you really pay over the life of your loanHow table mortgage repayments are calculated What happens when rates changeThis episode provides a clear and simple framework to help you finally understand your mortgage and

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00:16:15

The TRUTH About $600,000 Rental Property⎥Ep. 2300

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2025/12/28

How much money does a $600k investment property actually make – after growth, cashflow, and the real costs?In this episode, Ed and Andrew crunch the numbers on a recently sold-out new build and reveal what investors can realistically expect over the next 15 years.You’ll learn:The four ways property investors really make moneyHow much this $620k Christchurch property could makeThe one number that can make or break your dealEd and Andrew walk through real rent figures, real costs, and real investor

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00:21:14

From Cat Pee to Cashflow: The 10pm Reno That Made...

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2025/12/27

How does a DIY builder go from late-night renos to becoming a lifestyle investor with a cash-flowing minor dwelling?In this Case Study Sunday, Ed and Andrew sit down with Lawrence from Auckland to unpack his journey – from gutting a smelly two-bedroom “dump” to building a family home, navigating bridging finance, and eventually adding a two-bedroom unit in his own backyard.You’ll learn:How Lawrence turned a $400k do-up into nearly $700k in just a few yearsWhat it’s really like to sell a home

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00:18:49

The 8-Step Blueprint to Buying Your First Investment...

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2025/12/26

Buying your first investment property can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the entire process into eight clear steps, from choosing your strategy through to signing the contract and doing proper due diligence.You’ll learn:The step-by-step process for buying your first investment propertyHow to choose the right strategy, region, budget and buying criteriaWhy Step #6 is crucial for picking the right property with confidenceThis episode gives you a

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00:20:46

DIY or Disaster? When to Pick Up a Hammer — and When...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2025/12/25

Renovating your own home can be one of the best ways to build equity, but it can also turn into a financial (and emotional) nightmare if you don’t know where to start.In this episode, Ed and Andrew are joined by Peter Wolfkamp, The Resident Builder and host of Newstalk ZB’s Sunday morning show, to reveal how to DIY the smart way.You’ll learn:The #1 mistake most DIYers make with renovation budgetsWhich projects can you safely tackle yourself – and which require a licensed builderHow to calculate if

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00:13:18

We Asked Santa for Rising House Prices… Here’s What...

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2025/12/24

What do property investors really want for Christmas?In this special holiday episode, Ed and Andrew unwrap last year’s wish list to see what Santa delivered … and which of them ended up with nothing but a lump of coal from the Reserve Bank.You’ll learn:What we wished for last Christmas, and which predictions actually came trueThe 2026 investor wishlistWhich one of us clearly landed on the naughty list after getting none of our wishesThis light-hearted episode wraps up the year with insights,

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00:13:25

Is the First Offer Really the Best? A Story-Heavy...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2025/12/23

You’ve listed your property … the first offer comes in … but is it really the best one you’ll get?In this episode, Ed and Andrew dig into the old real estate saying “the first offer is often the best” – and whether you should trust it or hold out for a higher price.You’ll learn:When it makes sense to reject an early offer and wait for competitionWhether the “first offer is best” rule is genuine wisdom or just agent pressureHow one homeowner made an extra $400k by choosing to hold outEd and Andrew

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