In this special bonus episode, you'll hear the audio from the recent Opes Accelerate webinar where we looked at the "Deal or No Deal in 2023 - How to find a BRRRR deal in 2023", the strategies and practices that Opes Accelerate teach, and how to use the 'Cashflow Hacking' steps to plan and create wealth in 2023 for your financial future.

In this episode, we discuss what property investors should do if they bought at the peak of the market in 2021.  This includes a look at the reasons you may have bought back then – together with house price projections from the Reserve bank and The Treasury that were released at the same time.  In addition to the cashflow projections, we also go through the 7 Strategies to Manage Your Investment Property Top-Up and the 4 Ways to Get out of Your New Build Contract.

In this episode, we discuss whether home buyers should let real estate agents know if they are looking at purchasing other properties.  We go through an example from a listener of the show – Rose – to determine what the most ethical (and business-like) decision is. This is so first home buyers and property investors know the right way to work with agents and other property professionals.

In this episode, we discuss the most recent market data to see how the market is working today.  Their includes a look at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand data, which shows that the property market appreciated in October 2022.  We go through whether this means that the market has turned (or not), and how property investors and first home buyers should interpret this. We also mention that you really should subscribe to the Opes Partners YouTube channel. We release new videos every Monday and Wednesday.

In this episode, we discuss how this first home buyer bought their first property for $75,000 under its value.  This includes a look at the process for how they found the property, and what they needed to do to get it under contract.  We also discuss our upcoming Opes First Home live seminars, which are happening in early December. Click the link to register for your free ticket. 

In this episode, we revisit all of the projects that were featured on The Deal – NZ's first reality TV-style show – which we released in early 2021.  This is to let property investors and first-home buyers know and how the properties have gone for all the investors who did purchase these developments.  We also mention that if you want to watch The Deal, click this link to watch the whole series. And subscribe to the Opes Partners YouTube channel to make sure you see all our future videos.

In this episode, we discuss exactly how Ed and Andrew make money. This is to make it transparent exactly how Opes Partners works so that first home buyers and property investors can see exactly how the company works.  This includes all of the different companies that are a part of the Opes Group, as well as exactly how Opes Partners gets paid by developers.

In this episode, we discuss several lawyer horror stories that demonstrate what property investors and first home buyers need to be aware of when they use a property lawyer.  Specifically, we discuss one case study of an investor who used a lawyer-friend to help them during due diligence ... and then got charged $6k for the privilege. 

In this episode, we discuss whether renovating your property really does increase the amount you can borrow from the bank.  We run the numbers so that property investors and first home buyers can understand how the bank's assess whether you can borrow more money (or not).

In this episode, we discuss Ed's biggest money mistakes and what he's learnt from them. This includes when he was in significant credit card debt and the story of how he got into it. We also discuss the actions you can take so that you don't fall into the same money traps as Ed did.

In this episode, we compare the 2022 property market downturn in New Zealand with the property market downturn from 2008.  This gives property investors and first home buyers a sense of where the market may go over the next 12 months. 

In this episode, we discuss the case study of Joy and Manuel – a pair of property investors who want to retire early and live life on their terms.  We go through how many properties they currently have, and the number of assets they'll need to acquire to achieve their ambitions. 

In this episode, we discuss who should and shouldn't be investing in today's property market. This includes a look at the cash flow for an investment property, and what price you might pay.  This is based on an email that we received from one of the readers of our Private Property newsletter.

In this episode, we discuss how to calculate the exact size of your wealth gap, including how you can use our soon-to-be-released My Wealth plan software.  The boys got a bit ahead of themselves, and we found a wee bug in our software, which has pushed out the launch date by a week or two, but we'll reannounce it, once it's ready for you.  In the meantime, you can use our cost of living calculator to see what your current lifestyle costs. 

In this episode, we discuss the property investment predictions that we made at the end of 2021 for what would happen in 2022.  We go through everything from house price movements, through to immigration and rental market movements. This allows you to see whether our predictions are worth the paper they're written on.

In this episode, Andrew shares his property journey with us, from growing up in a blue-collar part of Christchurch, to owning over 25 rental properties. He walks us through what property investors need to know and how he manages to work with the bank to continue buying more and more rental properties. 

In this episode, we discuss what property investors need to know about GST when buying, selling and renting their properties.  To do this we are joined by property tax accountant, Matthew Harris from Momentum Property.  This includes looking at how some investors are making 6-figures in profit by using GST in property trades.

In this episode, we discuss why property prices in the Queenstown-Lakes district aren't decreasing as quickly as the rest of the country. We also go through historical data to see whether Queenstown has previously weathered property market downturns better than other parts of the country. We also go through the details to discuss whether that shows whether the Queenstown property market is a good place to invest right now. 

In this episode, we are joined by property investor, Ilse Wolfe to discuss a case study of an investor who converted their property from a 2-bedroom property to a 6-bedroom property.  We go through the details of how they did, and where they put all of these extra bedrooms. You'll also hear what the rent increased to, how much they spent and what the property is now worth.  We also mention our upcoming Opes Accelerate webinar, whee you'll learn how to spot whether a property is a good deal (or not). It's on Tuesday 29th November. Click the link to register. 

In this episode, we discuss a case study of an investor who wants to keep their tenants in a rental property, while installing a minor dwelling on the back. We go through what the investor needs to think about, and what they should do to the tenancy agreement to protect themselves throughout the build process. 

In this episode, we discuss the 8 questions that property investors should ask their power team before going unconditional on a property.  And to do this we are joined by Ilse Wolfe from Opes Accelerate to go through what you need to ask, who to ask it to, and why it's important. We also mention our upcoming Opes Accelerate webinar, where you'll learn how to spot whether a property is a deal (or not). It's on Tuesday 29th November at 7pm. Click the link to register.

In this episode, we are joined by property investor, Ilse Wolfe to discuss how to add value to your property by changing the flooring.  This includes how much it costs to recarpet a house and how to save many when revamping the flooring. We also discuss the practical things that property investors need to keep in mind.  We round out the show by mentioning our upcoming renovations-focused webinar. It's on Tuesday 29th November at 7pm. Click the link to register.

In this special bonus episode, you'll hear the audio from the recent Property Live webinar where we looked at the "Property Market Update ... What's Going To Happen In 2023", the strategies and practices from our just released book 'Wealth Plan', and how to use investment property to plan and create wealth in 2023 for your financial future.

In this episode, we discuss how to use the Nest Egg strategy to fund your retirement. This includes a case study into how one investor will top up his retirement income by $50k a year with only 2 properties.  We also mention that our Wealth Plan book launch tour tickets are now live. Click the link to register. You don't need to buy the book, if you are coming to the book launch. Your ticket includes a book. Though if you can't make it to the book launch, you can pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we discuss why property investors would use high-yielding investment properties to build a passive income instead of term deposits or a conservative fund.  This includes a look at the tax implications and a look at how investors are able to inflation-proof both their assets and their incomes via the different investment alternatives.  We also mention our upcoming webinar, where you'll get our predictions and forecasts for both house prices and interest rates in 2023. It's on Tuesday 8th November at 7pm. Click the link to register.

In this episode, we discuss what a good property investment cashflow looks like in today's market in the midst of higher interest rates and lower house prices.  This includes several before and after comparisons, looking at what the cashflow for each property is likely to be based on interest rate assumptions over time. We also mention our upcoming webinar, where you'll get our predictions and forecasts for both house prices and interest rates in 2023. It's on Tuesday 8th November at 7pm. Click the link to register.

In this episode, we are joined by mortgage adviser Michelle Kinilau to discuss a case study of an investor who put a property under contract and didn't set up her lending the right way.  We go through what the investor did wrong, and what you can do to avoid the same mistake. Then we walked through what the solution is, and how this investor will still be able to settle on the property. We also mention our upcoming webinar, where you'll get our predictions and forecasts for both house prices and interest rates in 2023. It's on Tuesday 8th November at 7pm. Click the link to register.

In this episode, we discuss the 6 signs that show you're not ready to invest. This means that if you aren't ready just yet, you'll know what you need to do to get ready to invest. We also mention both our Mortgage Playbook and our Investor Ready spreadsheet. You can download both for free here.  We also mention our upcoming webinar, where you'll get our predictions and forecasts for both house prices and interest rates in 2023. It's on Tuesday 8th November at 7pm. Click the link to register.

In this episode, we discuss whether housing for retirees is the next big property investment and development opportunity. We go through the population stats to show how the demographic make up of the country is changing, and also the specific needs the elderly have for their properties. We also mention our upcoming webinar, where you'll get our predictions and forecasts for both house prices and interest rates in 2023. It's on Tuesday 8th November at 7pm. Click the link to register.

In this episode, we discuss what property investors need to know about inflation ... how it works, and both the pros and the cons for property investors.  This includes a look at higher interest rates, and how some Kiwis are deciding to invest in property as a way to combat inflation.  We also mention our upcoming webinar, where you'll hear our predictions and forecasts for both interest rates and house prices in 2022. It's on Tuesday 8th November at 7pm. Click the link to register. 

In this episode, we discuss what property investors need to know about how to use a cabin or sleep out in order to increase cashflow for their rental properties.  This cabin a look at the council rules and whether you can fit a cabin within the back yard of your rental property. We also look at the rental returns associated with a property. You can pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we discuss how quickly house prices will increase in the future based on analysis from The Treasury and the Reserve Bank.  We also look at the 10 drives of house prices and how each of these are expected to change over time. We also mention that you can pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we discuss 4 strategies that property investors can use to help manage their property's cashflow while interest rates are high. We also mention that you can download the Opes Partners ROI spreadsheet for free. You can also download the Handling Higher Interest Rates spreadsheet to see how much cashflow you could free up using these strategies. We also mention that our Wealth Plan book launch tour tickets are now live. Click the link to register. You don't need to buy the book, if you are coming to the book launch. Your ticket includes a book. Though if you can't make it to the book launch, you can pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we are joined by mortgage broker and financial adviser, Peter Norris to discuss a case study where he was able to get the bank to say yes ... even though 2 other brokers couldn't.  We go through the numbers and the scenario so you can see what's possible when you apply for money ... the right way. We also mention that our Wealth Plan book launch tour tickets are now live. Click the link to register. You don't need to buy the book, if you are coming to the book launch. Your ticket includes a book. Though if you can't make it to the book launch, you can pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we answer real property investors' questions live on the show. This means calling up you guys listening to the show to discuss property in real time over the phone.  Want your question answered live on the podcast with Ed and Andrew? Submit your question here through the Property Academy Radio Talkback form.

In this episode, we discuss the Golden Goose strategy, which is the ultimate way that property investors can build a passive income through real estate.  This includes a case study of someone who is in the position to take this strategy, and the exact steps they should take. We also mention that our Wealth Plan book launch tour tickets are now live. Click the link to register. You don't need to buy the book, if you are coming to the book launch. Your ticket includes a book. Though if you can't make it to the book launch, you can pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we discuss the 7 reasons that property investors get cold feet and the ways to manage them.  That's because to be a successful investor, you don't just have to master facts and logic. You also need to manage your emotions so you can make the most informed property investment decision. We also mention that our Wealth Plan book launch tour tickets are now live. Click the link to register. You don't need to buy the book, if you are coming to the book launch. Your ticket includes a book. Though if you can't make it to the book launch, you can pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we go through new CoreLogic data to show where the highest rental returns in New Zealand are. We also go through some important considerations if you are ging to invest in the areas with the seemingly highest retal returns. We also mention that our Wealth Plan book launch tour tickets are now live. Click the link to register. You don't need to buy the book, if you are coming to the book launch. Your ticket includes a book. Though if you can't make it to the book launch, you can pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we discuss how much debt property investors should use when purchasing an investment property.  This includes the amount of debt to use based on where you are within your property investment journey. We also mention that our Wealth Plan book launch tour tickets are now live. Click the link to register. You don't need to buy the book, if you are coming to the book launch. Your ticket includes a book. Though if you can't make it to the book launch, you can pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we discuss whether the property market is about to bottom out and examine the evidence that prices will soon hit their lowest point. This allows property investors and first home buyers decide whether now is the time to buy. We also mention that our Wealth Plan book launch tour tickets are now live. Click the link to register. You don't need to buy the book, if you are coming to the book launch. Your ticket includes a book. Though if you can't make it to the book launch, you can pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we discuss a case study of a property investor who finished her wealth plan, retired at 65 and now lives on a passive income of $79k from her properties alone.  We talk through the details of what she invested in, where and what she paid. We also walk through what her life now looks like. If you want to walk through the same Wealth Planning process, book a complimentary Portfolio Planning session. You can also pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we discuss Nadine Dodge's doctoral thesis into the changing preferences Kiwi's have when it comes to housing.  This includes a deep dive into what New Zealanders really care about when it comes to buying a house and what property investors and first home buyers need to know. We also mention that our Wealth Plan book launch tour tickets are now live. Click the link to register. You don't need to buy the book, if you are coming to the book launch. Your ticket includes a book. Though if you can't make it to the book launch, you can pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we discuss the 5 steps property investors should take to research a developer BEFORE they purchase a property through them. We also mention that our Wealth Plan book launch tour tickets are now live. Click the link to register. You don't need to buy the book, if you are coming to the book launch. Your ticket includes a book. Though if you can't make it to the book launch, you can pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we discuss and answer 20 different property investment and mortgage-related questions in under 15 minutes.  We also mention that our Wealth Plan book launch tour tickets are now live. Click the link to register. You don't need to buy the book, if you are coming to the book launch. Your ticket includes a book. Though if you can't make it to the book launch, you can pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we discuss capital gains and cashflow and discuss which is more important for property investors and home owners.  This includes an honest analysis of both the pros and cons ... and when each is important in your property investment journey. We also mention that our Wealth Plan book launch tour tickets are now live. Click the link to register. You don't need to buy the book, if you are coming to the book launch. Your ticket includes a book. Though if you can't make it to the book launch, you can pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan by clicking this link.

In this episode, we take a look inside our book – Wealth Plan – this includes a look at who the book is a good fit for, and what the central themes are for property investors and first home buyers. We also mention that our Wealth Plan book launch tour tickets are now live. Click the link to register.  Or, if you want to pre-order your copy of Wealth Plan, click this link to buy. If you buy a ticket to the book launch, you don't need to also buy a copy of the book.

In this episode, we discuss what you, as a landlord, are responsible for when your tenant damages your property. We also discuss what your tenants are responsible for.  This includes a look at what the Tenancy Tribunal cases can tell us about how these sort of judgements are decided. We also mention that our Wealth Plan book launch tour tickets are now live. Click the link to register.

In this episode, we discuss a case study of a couple who plan to retire at 58 with a $100k passive income. To share the case study we are joined by property investor and property partner, Kathy Faulkner.  Kathy takes us through these investors motivations, ambitions and plan for how they plan to create this passive income, without help from the government. We also mention that if you want to book a complimentary portfolio planning session, text the word 'plan' to 5522.