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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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00:18:35

22 Years Old. $100,000 Saved. First Home Bought...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/02/28

How does a 22-year-old save $100,000 in just four years – on a low income, with no help from Mum and Dad?In this Case Study Sunday episode, George shares the raw, unfiltered story of how he bought his first home completely on his own ... and the sacrifices it took to get there.You’ll learn:How George saved over $100k while fully supporting himselfWhat he sold – including his ute (and his ego) – to speed up his depositWhat it’s really like to buy a house sight unseen and walk in for the first time on

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00:12:27

The One Number That Predicts Whether You’ll Retire...

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2026/02/27

Do you actually know if you’re getting wealthier?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the one number every property investor needs to track – and why most people either obsess over it… or completely ignore it.You’ll learn:The #1 number that tells you whether you’re actually getting aheadThe extremes some investors go to track it (including weekly property value updates)How to track your net worth automatically – for freeMost investors have big goals: financial freedom, early retirement, and

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00:16:29

A Viewer Said My Portfolio Is Terrible – Is He...

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2026/02/26

“Ed, your property portfolio sux.” That’s the comment that kicked off this episode.In today’s show, Ed and Andrew read out a brutally honest viewer comment claiming Ed's new-build portfolio is nothing more than “market-rider properties” ... and that only older houses with land make sense.You’ll learn:The 3 strongest arguments for why Ed’s portfolio “sucks”What the data actually says about land size vs capital growthWhy leverage – not land – might be the real game changerThis isn’t an episode

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00:15:01

Hot Pools, High Prices — But Is It a Good...

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2026/02/25

Is Hanmer Springs actually a good place to invest, or does it just feel like one?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the numbers behind one of New Zealand’s favourite alpine getaway towns. You’ll learn:Whether Hanmer Springs stacks up as a pure investment How much money you could realistically make – from long-term rent to AirbnbThe exact framework to analyse any town in New ZealandThis episode isn’t just about Hanmer. It’s a step-by-step guide to analysing any area in the country ... so you

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00:08:33

The Insurance Red List Most Buyers Don’t Know...

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2026/02/24

AA Insurance has quietly stopped issuing new house insurance policies in parts of New Zealand. So what does that actually mean for homeowners and investors?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down what’s really going on behind the headlines ... and why this matters far more than most people realise.You’ll learn:Why AA Insurance paused new home and landlord policies in Rolleston and other suburbsWhat REALLY happens if you can’t get house insurance Why this isn’t just a “risky suburb” issue If you’re

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00:18:32

Everything We Got Wrong on the Podcast⎟Ep. 2357

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2026/02/23

We Were Wrong. Here’s the Evidence.In this episode, Ed and Andrew pull back the curtain and own up to the biggest mistakes they’ve made on the Property Academy podcast.You’ll learn:The major calls we got wrong and what actually happened insteadThe forecasting mistakes that still haunt us The listener who’s got a bone to pick with AndrewThis episode isn’t about beating ourselves up. It’s about transparency. If you’re going to trust us with your property education, you deserve to know we’re honest

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00:25:00

The Truth About Financial Advisers in NZ – No One...

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2026/02/22

Is financial advice in New Zealand a scam?In this episode, Ed and Andrew pull back the curtain on what financial advisers really do, why so many Kiwis are sceptical, and how to tell the difference between good advice and advice that quietly empties your wallet.You’ll learn:Why do people think financial advice is a scamHow financial advisers really get paidWhich type of adviser do you actually needIf you’ve ever wondered whether financial advisers are worth it, who you should trust, or whether you’re

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00:19:24

Why Her $290k Apartment Wasn’t the Bargain It...

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2026/02/21

What would you do differently if you could start your property journey again?In this Case Study Sunday episode, Nikki shares how she built a three-property portfolio over 10 years – what went right, what went wrong, and the lessons she learned the hard way (especially with apartments).You’ll learn:How she almost doubled her money on a Wellington house and sold just outside the bright-line periodWhy her central Wellington apartment looked great on yield… but disappointed on capital growthHow buying

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00:15:41

Got a Mortgage? Here’s What No One Tells You About...

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2026/02/20

What happens when your life insurance application gets declined?In this episode, Ed shares the honest reason his life insurance was turned down – and the surprising process that most Kiwis don’t realise sits behind getting properly covered.You’ll learn:The real reason Ed’s life insurance was postponedWhat “underwriting” actually involves What to do if your insurance is declined, postponed, or comes back with exclusionsIf you own property, have debt, or want to protect your family properly, this

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00:16:25

What Banks Look At Before They Say Yes (It’s Not What...

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2026/02/19

Ever applied for a mortgage thinking, “Of course I can afford this”… only to worry the bank might say no?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down how banks really decide whether to approve your mortgage — and why what you see on your budget can look completely different from what the bank sees on theirs.You’ll learn:How banks actually assess your income The stress-tested interest rate they use The single number that determines whether you’re approved or declinedThis episode walks through a

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00:16:49

The Reserve Bank’s Latest Decision: What Happens to...

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2026/02/18

The OCR has stayed at 2.25%. No surprise there.But in this episode, Ed and Andrew explain why what the Reserve Bank said matters more than what it did – and what that means for your mortgage, your strategy, and house prices.You’ll learn:What the latest OCR decision really signals about the direction of interest ratesWhy inflation is still sitting above 3% What to expect for mortgage rates over the next 6, 12, and 24 monthsIf you’ve got a mortgage or you’re planning to get one, this episode gives you

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01:30:54

5 worst places to invest in NZ

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2026/02/17

In this special bonus episode, you'll hear the audio from the recent Property Live webinar where we looked at "The 5 worst places to invest in NZ"In this podcast you'll learn:The 5 worst places to invest in NZThe 5 worst properties to buyAnd the 5 worst property companies to work withDon't forget

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00:20:05

The Money Maths Behind Quitting Work Early (Most...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2026/02/17

Is financial advice in New Zealand a scam?In this episode, Ed and Andrew pull back the curtain on what financial advisers really do, why so many Kiwis are sceptical, and how to tell the difference between good advice and advice that quietly empties your wallet.You’ll learn:Why do people think financial advice is a scamHow financial advisers really get paidWhich type of adviser do you actually needIf you’ve ever wondered whether financial advisers are worth it, who you should trust, or whether you’re

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00:15:57

The Era of Falling Mortgage Rates Is Over – What...

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2026/02/16

Interest rates are rising again ... but not in the way most Kiwis think.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down which mortgage rates are actually going up, how high they could go next, and the big question: how long should you fix for in 2026?You’ll learn:Which rates are rising (and which aren’t) How high the OCR could go How to choose between 1, 2 or 3-year fixes If you’ve been waiting for rates to “come back down,” this episode helps you understand what’s actually happening and how to respond

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00:16:02

The Maths Behind $10K a Month From Property (Most...

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2026/02/15

Can you really earn $10,000 a month from property ... and what does it actually take?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the exact numbers behind earning $120,000 a year from property, including the two very different strategies investors use to get there.You’ll learn:The exact net yield and property value needed to reach $10k a monthThe two proven paths investors use Why are mortgages the biggest obstacle to living off rental incomeA must-listen if your long-term goal is replacing your salary

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00:16:15

The Property Swap Offer That Forced a $101,000...

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2026/02/14

How do you turn clicking a button into $101,000 in just six months?In this Case Study Sunday episode, Ed and Andrew sit down with a couple from New Plymouth to unpack how a single webinar registration led to an unexpected six-figure outcome – before they even officially owned the property.You’ll learn:How this couple transformed a simple click into $101,000 in just six monthsThe costly mistakes they made on their first buildHow they weighed a short-term win against their long-term property goalsThis

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00:20:45

The Property Negotiation Move That Saves Money...

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2026/02/13

Buying a property is one thing. Negotiating the price is where most investors lose (or make) their money.In this episode, Andrew breaks down the exact negotiation scripts he’s used when dealing with real estate agents – including the awkward moments most buyers don’t know how to handle.You’ll learn:How to negotiate hard without sounding aggressive or inexperiencedThe 5 most awkward situations buyers face The single question that reveals how motivated the seller really isIf you’ve ever walked out of

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00:15:41

The Problem With Commercial Vacancy Rates No One...

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2026/02/12

How risky is commercial property, really – and how long do buildings actually sit empty?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the real vacancy risk in commercial property and why the numbers you see in reports can be seriously misleading if you don’t know how to read them properly.You’ll learn:How long commercial properties really sit vacant The 3 main types of commercial property, and which one consistently has the lowest vacancy riskWhat actually drives vacancy This is a must-listen if you’re

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00:14:16

The Commercial Property Reality Check at Every Price...

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2026/02/11

Commercial property sounds glamorous … until you actually try to buy one.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down commercial property by price point – from tiny budgets that barely get you anything, all the way through to multi-million-dollar, blue-chip investments with long-term tenants locked in.You’ll learn:What $100k, $250k, $500k, $750k, $1M, $2M and $5M actually buys you in NZ commercial propertyThe realistic minimum budget needed to get a decent commercial investmentWhat it really costs to

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00:16:59

The Mistake That Keeps Your Salary Stuck Year After...

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2026/02/10

How do you actually get a pay rise ... without awkwardly asking for one?In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down how Kiwi workers really move their income forward, including the true story of someone who landed a 33% pay rise by earning it first. You’ll learn:How one Kiwi earned a 33% pay rise by taking on responsibility What not to say in your next catch-up with your boss (and why it backfires)The well-meaning mistake that quietly caps most people’s income growthA must-listen if you want to grow

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