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Property Investment Can Makes Sense When Interest Rates Are High | Ep. 10

There's no doubt that at the time of writing this, everyone in New Zealand has been impacted in one way or another by the high inflation rates of recent times.

For many, inflation is something that they have heard of but probably don't truly understand how it impacts their investments. Before we can understand that, it's important to know how inflation occurs.

Generally speaking, higher interest rates are policy responses to counter rising inflation.

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How To Make Money by Buying Early | Ep. 9

Investing in an off-the-plan development that is 12-18 months away from completion can be a daunting task for many newbie investors but there is money to be made if done well.

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Your Guide to Becoming a NZ Property Investor | Ep. 8

Learn the basics of buying your first investment property. This guide is intended to introduce the key points to consider when becoming an investor

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Common Clauses in a Sales And Purchase Agreement | Ep. 7

A Sales & Purchase Agreement (SnP) can often be long and complex, so for first-time investors, it's worth knowing what to look for when you engage in a contract. There has been a big shift into buying off the plan properties because of the tax benefits and other incentives so it is worth focussing our attention on these types of contracts.

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Reducing Interest Rate Risk | Ep. 6

Interest rates are a hot topic right now and for good reason. Since the lowest point in July 2021 when interest rates were around 2%, to the current rates of approximately 6%, rising rates have been hampering investors with the rising cost of interest payments.

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Who Can Sell My Property? | Ep.5

At some point during your investment journey, you're going to find yourself in a position where you want/need to sell one of your properties. This begs the question, who can I get to sell my property?

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Why You Should Invest in a Buyer's Market | Ep. 4

At the peak of the property market last year, sales volume was through the roof. For investors that got on the trend early, they have already seen gains in their equity, but for investors that were late to the party, they have had to stomach some losses in prices & equity.

Now, we have moved into a buyer's market where there are more listings than buyers. So, what does this mean for property investors?

The OCR Explained - How does it affect you as a property investor? | Ep. 3

If you have been following the news recently then you would have heard lots of mentions of the Official Cash Rate, or the OCR as it's commonly referred to. The OCR is a very important piece of the financial landscape in New Zealand, but do you know what it is and how it affects you as a property investor?

 Why You're Susceptible To Losing Money | Ep. 2

In the world of investment, your mindset remains one of the key factors that separates good investors from the rest. In recent times, we have seen massive rises in property prices across the country as well as a drop in prices too. This volatility has caused some investors to get spooked or shy away from the big picture.

The Worst Investment You Can Make | Ep. 1

"Buy land, they're not making it anymore" - Mark Twain

Why are we quoting Mark Twain? Well, years on, this advice rings true for property investors because one of the biggest drivers of capital growth is land appreciation. There are two types of assets, ones that appreciate in value, and ones that depreciate in value.