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In this video, we dive deep into the world of NZ property investment with Nikita Taiapa, co-founder of the buyer's agency Search and Secure. Nikita shares her unconventional journey from a corporate law career to property investing, including how she secured a $130,000 profit on her very first deal through education and hands-on renovation. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/how-to-...

Unlock the secrets to success in NZ property investing with this deep dive into the current market! In this episode, we're joined by Michael Wilson, a seasoned property developer and educator who has completed over 78 deals. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/property-investing-nz-is-now-the-best-time-to-buy/

Are you prepared for the significant shifts in the NZ Property Tax landscape? In this episode of the MHQ podcast, we dive deep into the complexities that experienced investors, developers, and business owners face as they scale their portfolios. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/nz-property-tax-changes-what-investors-need-to-know-for-2026/

Are you a new NZ property investor looking to avoid the costly mistakes that trap most beginners? In this episode of the MHQ podcast, host Andy Turner is joined by Ifran from My Tax Mate to break down the essential tax, ownership, and structural strategies you need before you commit to your first purchase. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/5-critical-mistakes-every-first-time-prope...

Are you looking to maximize your returns in NZ property investing? In this episode of the MHQ podcast, we dive deep into the world of short-term rentals and Airbnb management. While many focus only on purchasing, the real secret to success is how you manage the property once you own it. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/is-airbnb-still-worth-it-nz-property-investing-strategy/

Are you searching for financial freedom in New Zealand but feel trapped on a "hamster wheel" of debt? For many, the traditional path of working a job just to pay off a massive mortgage has become a cycle of being a "Generation Slave." Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/achieving-financial-freedom-in-new-zealand-moving-beyond-the-rat-race/

Looking to scale your NZ property investment portfolio in today’s shifting market? In this video, we sit down with Mitch, a property investor who built serious momentum by "buying the dip" during the 2022 market slump. We cut through the noise of conflicting advice to discuss the "hybrid strategy" that combines high-yield cash flow with the BRRRR (Buy, Renovate, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) method to...

This video examines the significant shifts in New Zealand's housing landscape, focusing specifically on Auckland PC120 and what it means for the future of density and affordability. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/aucklands-pc120-conflict-why-housing-intensification-is-facing-natural-hazards/

Is Auckland's growth creating opportunity or absolute chaos? In this episode, we sit down with Ken Turner, a counsellor for Waitakere and a long-time business owner, to cut through the noise surrounding Auckland PC120. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/aucklands-pc120-explained-what-every-property-owner-needs-to-know/

Is buying a home still the best way to build wealth in NZ, or has the "Kiwi Dream" become a financial liability? In this video, we move beyond the theory of property versus shares to look at what actually works for real people in today's market. We are joined by property investor and MHQ expert Simon McDonald to debate whether the traditional ladder to success is still the smartest path for your m...

Unlock the secrets to successful property investing with Simon from Nest Residential as he joins the podcast to share his extensive experience in the Christchurch market. Since 1999, Simon has transitioned from a landscape architect to an architectural designer and developer, navigating the massive changes brought about by the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-inves...

In this video, property investment expert Hadley Nightingale returns to share real-world insights from the front lines of the New Zealand property market. As a buyers agent, Hadley doesn't just talk theory; he is actively involved in identifying opportunities, negotiating deals, and managing end-to-end projects for investors. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/common-mistakes-to-avo...

In this episode, we dive deep into the chaotic forces currently shaping global markets and what they mean for investors here in New Zealand. From rising tensions in the Middle East to shifting interest rates, we unpack how international events directly impact your mortgage and investment strategy. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/mortgage/how-global-tensions-impact-nz-mortgage-rates/

Are you accidentally slowing down your wealth creation? In New Zealand, the "standard" advice is to pay off debt as fast as possible—but when it comes to investment properties, that strategy could be costing you thousands in lost cash flow and tax efficiency. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/mortgage/smash-your-tax-interest-only-vs-principal-interest-mortgage-strategies-series-ep-2/

Most New Zealand property investors never get past one or two properties - not because property doesn’t work, but because they misunderstand debt, leverage, and serviceability. In this video, we break down how Kiwis can borrow properly, use good debt with intent, and structure their property investments for long-term wealth creation. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investment/how-to-borrow-...

Is property development the natural next step after property investing in New Zealand? Or is it a completely different game? In this New Zealand real estate education video, we break down the real difference between property investing vs property development, and whether you should develop to hold or develop to sell in the current NZ property market. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/property-investme...

Before you buy your next property in New Zealand, you need to answer one critical question: What are you actually trying to achieve? Most New Zealand property investors and first home buyers jump straight into “what should I buy?” without defining their goal, understanding their financial position, or choosing the right strategy. That’s why so many Kiwis feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disappointed wi...

Are you a New Zealander looking to buy your first property, grow your property portfolio, or create long-term wealth? In this video, we kick off a new series on property investment in New Zealand, covering the fundamentals every Kiwi investor needs to know.

Is revolving credit a smart mortgage strategy or a financial trap? In this video, we break down how revolving credit works, when it’s powerful, and when it can actually cost you more. If you're a NZ first home buyer, homeowner, or property investor looking to reduce interest costs and pay off your mortgage faster, this is a must watch. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/mortgage/revolving-credit-explai...

Join Simon as he sits down with licensed New Zealand financial adviser Harry, who bought his first property at 23 and has helped hundreds of clients restructure their home loans more effectively. We cover powerful mortgage strategies including interest-only lending, refinancing, cashback offers, revolving credit, debt consolidation, house hacking, and how to pay your mortgage off years faster — wi...

Property headlines are loud, but smart New Zealand investors focus on strategy, not noise. In this NZ property market update, we sit down with one of New Zealand’s leading financial advisers to break down what’s actually working right now for first home buyers, property investors, and Kiwis building long-term wealth. We cover NZ mortgage rates, cash flow vs capital growth, manufacturing equity, ri...

What is the Reserve Bank really signalling about interest rates in New Zealand? Whether you’re a first-home buyer, property investor, or homeowner, understanding the Reserve Bank’s moves is crucial for navigating the NZ housing market, mortgages, and household finances. In this video, we break down whether there will be another rate cut, where we are in the rate-cutting cycle, why household inflat...

Politics doesn’t just shape headlines - it shapes house prices, mortgages, KiwiSaver balances, and your long-term wealth. In this sharp, no-spin episode, Andy Turner, Head of Advice for Insurance and KiwiSaver, sits down with Simon McDonald, Head of Advice at MortgageHQ, to break down how political leadership styles directly collide with the future of New Zealand’s housing market. Learn more: http...

Every New Zealand property cycle has a danger zone. Summer is it. More listings. More buyers. More emotion. And for first home buyers in 2025, more ways to make irreversible financial mistakes. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/house-buying/summer-property-traps-2025-the-costly-mistakes-first-home-buyers-keep-repeating/

Book a call: http://go.oncehub.com/10-minute-introductory-call New Zealand is obsessed with ANZ’s one point five percent cashback war. But while the country argues over short term savings, real investors are quietly using a completely different playbook to build long term wealth. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/mortgage/the-anz-1-5-cash-war-is-a-distraction-we-reveal-where-real-wealth-is-made/