In this episode, you’ll learn the key differences between buying insurance online vs with a broker.

The answers might surprise you. While most Kiwis feel they might be “hoodwinked” by an insurance adviser … you might pay too much if you choose an online policy.

To read the article on the Opes Partners website click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode, you’ll learn what a property must have to be genuinely ready-for-rent.

What surprises most investors is that not all New Build properties are ready for tenants to move in immediately.

Some New Builds are missing key features that make it illegal for you to rent them.

To read the article on the Opes Partners website click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode, you’ll learn how families navigate the dilemma of investing vs upgrading your home.

On one hand, upgrading your home might solve immediate issues of having enough space and comfort. But investing will secure your financial future. It’s not an easy decision.

When it involves your family, the right answer might not be about just numbers. 

To read the article on the Opes Partners website click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode, you’ll learn whether furnishing your property could lead to a better return on investment.

Many landlords consider furnishing to increase rental income, but the actual return often depends on factors like location, tenant demand, and property type.

To read the article on the Opes Partners website click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode, you’ll find out that the difference between making a profit or a loss in property investment often comes down to how long you hold onto the property.

To read the article on the Opes Partners website click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode, you’ll learn about the process of renting out your property over the Christmas period.

While your property manager may still be working, tenant demand could be lower than usual during the holiday season.

To read the article on the Opes Partners website click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode, you’ll learn what the costs are associated with using a property manager, going beyond the typical management fee. This includes hidden charges that often catch investors off guard.

Why is this so crucial? Because one of the top frustrations for investors is, “But I didn’t know about that cost!” 

To read the article on the Opes Partners website click ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode, you’ll learn the pros and cons of allowing pets in your rental property. Historically, landlords were often firm on a “no pets” policy. However, with changing renter expectations, many property investors are reconsidering.

You’ll also learn the risks, rewards, and best practices for managing pets in rentals so you can make an informed decision.

To read the article on the Opes Partners website click ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode, you’ll learn the pros and cons of mortgage holidays.

Even though a few months’ break from your mortgage sounds great … there are financial implications. Sure, you stop paying down debt but the bank keeps charging you interest. This gets added on to your loan.

That’s why most banks will explore alternative options before “green lighting” a mortgage holiday.

To read the article on the Opes Partners website click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

In this episode, you’ll learn the 5 hidden costs for getting your house listed, and when you have to pay them.

It’s easy to focus on how much profit you’ll make when you sell your house.

However, house sellers are often surprised by how much the costs start to add up even before your house hits the market.

To read the article on the Opes Partners website click ⁠here⁠.