How Fast Are Interest Rates REALLY Falling?⎥Ep. 2078
In this episode, we discuss how fast interest rates are actually falling — and what that means for your mortgage.You’ll learn:Why Trump’s tariffs could be the surprising reason your mortgage just got cheaperWhich fixed-term rates have dropped the most in the last 30 daysAnd why negotiating your rate is getting harder (unless you know what to ask for)Want to know what your repayments will look like as rates fall? Use our mortgage calculator NZ to run the numbers on your next fix.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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I lived on NZ Super for a week. Here's what happened⎥Ep. 2077
In this episode, we discuss what happened when we challenged ourselves to live off the New Zealand Superannuation for a full week — and spoiler: it was harder than we thought.You’ll learn:What it’s really like to stick to $538 a week (and how fast it disappears)The hidden costs and unexpected bills that trip up even the best budgetsAnd why retiring on NZ Super alone might not be as easy as it soundsThinking ahead to your own retirement? Check out our guide on how much is NZ Super per fortnight — and what else you’ll need to truly live well in your later years.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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Is property investing still worth it in 2025?⎥Ep. 2076
In this episode, we discuss whether property investing still stacks up in 2025 — or if the golden age is over (and never coming back).You’ll learn:The real returns you can expect from property vs shares todayHow to know if property is still the right fit for your investment strategyAnd why the idea of a “property cycle” might not be as outdated as some thinkWant to see how investing compares in today’s market? Create your free account in the Opes+ app to weigh up the numbers for yourself.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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From landscaper to accountant: How I started investing at 23⎥Ep. 2075
In this episode, we discuss how Oliver — a 23-year-old investor — bought his first home in Tauranga, went from landscaper to accountant, and used a clever Kiwi strategy to pay off his mortgage faster.You’ll learn:How he bought an older home and used boarders to cover the mortgageWhat inspired him to start investing young (and how he made it work)And the mindset shift that helped him move from labouring to long-term wealth buildingFor more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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Do this every time you get paid (Economist’s Routine)⎥Ep. 2074
In this episode, we discuss what to do every time you get paid — and how to create a simple system that helps you grow wealth without overthinking it.You’ll learn:Why budgeting doesn’t work (and what to do instead)How to set up the 4-bank-account system used by Ed and AndrewAnd how to build your “silent salary” — income that grows while you sleepWant to know what it’ll cost to invest in your first property? Use our free property investment calculator to see how much you’ll need to top it up each week.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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.
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