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Could Trump’s Next Move Spike NZ Mortgage Rates? | OCR + Property Market Breakdown Will Trump’s trade war crash the NZ housing market? With global tensions rising, New Zealand’s Official Cash Rate (OCR) could be the next casualty — and that means major consequences for your mortgage, property investment strategy, and future home-buying decisions. In this episode, we’re joined by Mark Lister, Inves...

Could Trump’s next round of tariffs trigger a property crash in New Zealand? In this urgent episode, we talk with Nick Tuffley, Chief Economist at ASB, to analyse the potential fallout from a 2025 US-led global trade war—and what it means for your mortgage, house price, and investing strategy here in NZ. 🎯 Here’s what we unpack: What Trump’s 2025 tariffs could do to NZ’s $16B export market The co...

NZ housing market 2025 – boom or breakdown? Interest rate changes are raining down — will they wash away your homeownership dreams or help you buy smarter? Financial expert Simon McDonald from mortgagehq breaks it all down in this must-watch forecast for Kiwi buyers and investors. Don’t get caught in the storm without an umbrella. Whether you're wondering "Should I buy property now in NZ?" or tryi...

Interest Rate Rollercoaster: Mortgage Mayhem or Golden Opportunity? | ANZ Economist Henry Russell | mortgagehq 🌩️ Is the storm finally clearing or is more economic turbulence on the horizon? In this episode, mortgagehq sits down with ANZ Economist Henry Russell to break down the wild weather front that is New Zealand’s interest rate market. Whether you’re a first home buyer, seasoned property inve...

Everyone’s FREAKING OUT About KiwiSaver… Should You Be Too? | mortgagehq 🌩️ There’s a storm brewing around KiwiSaver and it’s making headlines across New Zealand. With volatile markets, changes to contributions, and shifting government policies—Kiwis are asking: Should I be worried about my KiwiSaver? In this episode, we bring in financial weather expert Liam Peck, one of the sharpest KiwiSaver mi...

Massive Auckland Upzoning CANCELLED — What Smart Investors Should Do Now | Dave Whitburn x mortgagehq 🌧️ A political storm is brewing over Auckland's housing future, and savvy investors need to know which way the wind is blowing. In this episode of mortgagehq, we break down the explosive Cabinet decision that cancelled plans to upzone for 540,000 new homes in Auckland — a move that could drastical...

What Happens When Mortgage Rates Bounce? 🌩️ Welcome to mortgagehq — New Zealand’s go-to channel for property investors, homeowners, and Kiwis wanting to stay ahead of the real estate storm. In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Mike Jones, Chief Economist at BNZ, to unpack the shifting climate of New Zealand mortgage rates and what rising and falling rates really mean for your wallet, your hom...

We Asked Don Brash the #1 Skill the Next Reserve Bank Governor MUST Have… His Answer Surprised Us In this eye-opening episode on the mortgagehq channel, we sit down with Don Brash—New Zealand’s most influential and respected Reserve Bank Governor, former leader of the National Party and ACT Party—to unpack what the next Reserve Bank Governor must bring to the table. What he said was unexpected… an...

The Economic Storm is Here—Are You Ready to Weather It? In this powerful episode from mortgagehq, we sit down with Kelly Eckhold, Westpac’s Chief Economist, to decode what New Zealand’s 0.7% GDP growth really means for you as an investor, homeowner, or future property buyer. While headlines may paint a calm picture, under the surface, storm clouds are gathering—and you need to understand how to na...

A Brutal Real Estate Reality Check Under Luxon (2025) | Featuring Henry Russell, ANZ Chief Economist Strap in — the forecast for New Zealand’s housing market just got stormy. In this eye-opening episode, mortgagehq sits down with Henry Russell, ANZ Chief Economist, for a brutally honest breakdown of the 2025 NZ property landscape under the leadership of Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Whether yo...

How Trump’s Tariff War Could CRASH NZ Real Estate Prices | Kelly Eckhold (Westpac Chief Economist) 🌪️ Storm warnings are in effect. With Donald Trump back in power and already rolling out aggressive tariffs on China, Europe, and beyond, the global economy is under pressure — and New Zealand’s real estate market may be standing directly in the economic blast zone. In this urgent new episode from th...

Luxon, Lies & the NZ Housing Crisis – What Kiwis Really Need to Know (with Maurice Williamson) Welcome to mortgagehq, your go-to channel for real, unfiltered insights into the New Zealand property market. In this explosive episode, we sit down with former National Cabinet Minister Maurice Williamson to cut through the political fog and expose what’s really going on with Christopher Luxon, the...

Auckland & Wellington Property WARNING! The Market Shift That Changes Everything! 🌪️🌧️ A storm is brewing in the Auckland and Wellington property markets! 🌩️ Whether you’re a homeowner, investor, or first-time buyer, the shifting economic winds could change everything you thought you knew about New Zealand real estate. In this episode of mortgagehq, we sit down with Kelvin Davidson, the Chief...

NZ Builder's Millionaire Property Secrets: Stop Burning Your Renovation Budget The property market can be as unpredictable as a raging storm—but what if you could weather-proof your investments and protect your wealth from financial turbulence? In this episode, we sit down with Josh Chapman, better known as NZ Builder, a New Zealand YouTube sensation who’s revealing insider builder secrets that ca...

🌊 NZ HOUSING TSUNAMI: Prices SURGING or CRASHING?! 🌪 MUST WATCH! The New Zealand property market is caught in the eye of the storm! 🌪 Will house prices SURGE like a tidal wave or CRASH like a sinking ship? The winds of change are blowing, and every Kiwi homeowner, investor, and first-time buyer needs to be prepared. In this video, we dive deep into the latest NZ housing data, interest rates, and...

WARNING: 3 Property Investor Mistakes That Will Wreck Your Wealth (Are YOU Making These?) 🌪️ Investing in real estate is like navigating a storm—you either set sail toward financial freedom or crash into costly mistakes that sink your wealth. 🌊 In this video, mortgagehq exposes the 3 biggest investor mistakes that could leave your property portfolio drowning in losses. Whether you're a first-time...

This Property Management Company is Going Broke—Who’s Next? 🌪️💥 The storm clouds are gathering over New Zealand’s property management industry. As the real estate market shifts and financial pressures mount, another property management company is on the brink of collapse. Is this just the beginning of a major shake-up? Who’s next to feel the pressure? In this must-watch episode, Andrew Malcolm fr...

 Pets WIN! The New NZ Law That Changes Renting FOREVER! 🐶⚖️ | mortgagehq Exclusive 🌩️ A storm is rolling in for New Zealand landlords and tenants! A new law is about to shake up the rental market like a southerly blast hitting Wellington on a bad day. If you own property, rent property, or are thinking of investing in New Zealand real estate, you cannot afford to miss this! 🏡 In this must-watch...

🌩 STOP Paying Interest! 🌩 The mortgage storm is brewing, and if you don’t have a solid plan, you could be stuck paying off your home for 30+ years—while the banks make a fortune off you! But what if you could clear your mortgage 20 YEARS early? Imagine stepping into clear blue financial skies instead of drowning in a sea of debt. Sounds impossible? It’s not. In this game-changing episode on the mo...

Men vs Women – Who Wins in Real Estate? 🌦️🏡 | New Zealand Property Investing When it comes to real estate investing, do men or women come out on top? 🌩️💰 In this electrifying debate, Dani Paim, mortgagehq’s expert Property Coach and qualified financial adviser, breaks down the key differences in how men and women approach property investing in New Zealand. Are men the bold storm-chasers, taking...

🌤️ INVESTOR'S MASTER PLAN – NZ PROPERTY UPDATE 2025 🌦️🏡 New Zealand’s property market forecast for 2025 is as unpredictable as the Kiwi weather—will we see clear skies and capital gains, or are storm clouds of economic uncertainty rolling in? 🌩️ In this must-watch episode, Mike Jones, Chief BNZ Economist, joins us to break down the latest NZ real estate trends, property investment strategies, and...

The Elon Musk of Auckland Council – SLASHING Budgets ✂️, SAVING Millions 💰🔥 A financial storm has been brewing over Auckland Council, and now, a hurricane of change is tearing through its bloated budget! 🌪️ Enter Maurice Williamson – the man on a mission to cut up to $334 million in unnecessary spending. Like a lightning bolt of efficiency, he’s taking a Tesla-style approach to public finance, e...

🏡📉 NZ Housing Market Forecast 2025: Storm Ahead or Clear Skies? The New Zealand property market is shifting fast—should you buy, sell, or brace for impact? 🌪️ With interest rates fluctuating, government policies changing, and affordability at an all-time debate, it’s time to decode the forecast for 2025. In this must-watch video, CoreLogic’s Nick Goodall joins us to break down 10 powerful housin...

RBNZ Governor Adrian Orr RESIGNS – What This Means for NZ | Featuring Maurice Williamson A storm has rolled into New Zealand’s financial landscape as Adrian Orr, Governor of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ), has officially resigned. This unexpected shift could send ripples through the economy, interest rates, property markets, and investment climate. Will this be the calm before the storm or...

Trump-flation & NZ House Prices 2025 | With Kiwibank Chief Economist Jarrod Kerr The economic storm is brewing, and New Zealand’s housing market is right in its path! 🌩️ In this episode, we sit down with Kiwibank Chief Economist Jarrod Kerr to break down how “Trump-flation” – the potential inflationary impact of another Trump presidency – could send shockwaves through global markets and ripple...