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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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00:18:31

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

The Property Academy Podcast ·

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...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

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...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

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....

The Property Academy Podcast ·

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...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

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

The Property Academy Podcast ·

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...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

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...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

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...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

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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00:13:03

“Buy The Worst House On The Best Street” – Is That...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2025/12/22

“Buy the worst house on the best street” – classic Kiwi advice … but is it actually good in 2025?In this episode, Ed and Andrew delve into the data behind this old property mantra, revealing when it works brilliantly and when it can turn into a costly mistake.You’ll learn:Whether the “worst house, best street” strategy still stacks up todayWhat the numbers say about capital growth in top suburbs vs cheaper areasWhen this strategy works, and when it’s a bad idea for long-term investorsThis episode

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00:19:25

7 Signs You Need a Financial Adviser (And 7 Signs You...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2025/12/21

Do property investors really need a financial adviser – or can you just DIY it?In this episode, Ed and Andrew give an honest breakdown of what advisers actually do, what they cost, and the situations where you genuinely need one … and the ones where you absolutely don’t.You’ll learn:What a property investment adviser actually gives you How adviser fees work The 7 signs you do need an adviser … and the 7 signs you probably don’tThis episode gives you a clear, practical way to decide whether an

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00:22:12

The Wildest Side Hustle: Traveling to the Ends of...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2025/12/20

Tim’s journey from Army deployments to Antarctic expeditions – and later, the Aussie mines – wasn’t just about adventure. It was about financial independence. In this episode, Ed and Andrew sit down with Tim to unpack how he creates long-term wealth for his young family.You’ll learn:How a $170k Whanganui reno turned into a $365k success storyHow working overseas became his secret weapon to fund property dealsWhat he’d do differently if he could start againTim’s story proves that you don’t need

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00:22:22

How to Use the Retirement Expenditure Guidelines (And...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2025/12/19

Most Kiwis wonder: How much do I actually need to retire – and what will I really spend?In this episode, Ed and Andrew sit down with Associate Professor Claire Matthews, the researcher behind Massey University’s Retirement Expenditure Guidelines, to unpack what current retirees spend and what that means for your plans.You’ll learn:What the latest 2025 retirement spending numbers revealHow to use – and how not to use – the Retirement Expenditure GuidelinesWhat to do if the big retirement numbers feel

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00:14:28

They Mortgaged the House to Start a Business – Here’s...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2025/12/18

Most Kiwis dream of starting their own business, but what if your biggest source of startup capital is the home you already live in?In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack how some Kiwi families use their mortgage to launch a business, including real stories from around the country.You’ll learn:How to borrow against your house to fund a new ventureWhy over $1.1 billion was taken out of Kiwi homes last year for business purposesThe hidden risks most first-time founders never see comingThis episode

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00:17:59

We Set Big Goals Last Year … Did We Actually Achieve...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2025/12/17

Most people set big money goals at the start of the year … but how many of us actually follow through?In this episode, Ed and Andrew look back at the goals they set 12 months ago – and reveal whether they actually hit their 2025 targets.You’ll learn:Whether Ed and Andrew achieved their renovation, mortgage, and investment goals this yearHow to set money and property goals that actually stick The new goals they’re committing to for 2026 This episode shows that progress isn’t always linear, some goals

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00:20:02

Why Your DIY Renovations Go Over Budget (and How to...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2025/12/16

Some renovations look good on Pinterest – but won’t add a cent to your property’s value. In this episode, Ed and Andrew sit down with Wayne Gordon from Refresh Renovations to uncover the upgrades that actually boost your property’s return on investment.You’ll learn:Which renovations consistently deliver the highest ROI for Kiwi investorsWhen to manage a reno yourself vs. hiring a full-service renovation teamThe biggest traps that cause renovation budgets to spiralIf you’re planning a project in

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00:18:01

How to Choose a Financial Adviser (The Process...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2025/12/15

Choosing a financial adviser can feel overwhelming – so how do you know who’s actually right for you?In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal a simple 5-step process that every Kiwi can use to find an adviser who fits their goals.You’ll learn:How to decide which type of adviser you actually needThe 5 steps to shortlist, check, and compare advisersThe key details you must look for before booking a meetingThis episode provides a clear, practical framework for choosing the right adviser with confidence,

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00:09:44

We Found the Cheapest Bank (and It’s Not What You...

The Property Academy Podcast ·

2025/12/14

Some banks look cheaper than others – but the real question is: which bank actually gives you the lowest mortgage rate once you dig into the data? In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal what really happens when you compare every bank’s mortgage rates over time – and why the “cheapest” bank often isn’t the one you think.You’ll learn: Which banks consistently offer the lowest 1-year and 2-year rates Why some banks appear more expensive, but aren’t once you negotiate How to read between the lines so you

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