Property Apprentice Podcast

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. Insurance is like an umbrella: you usually don't feel like you need it unless it rains but when you don't have it and it starts to pour, it's often too late to go back home to get it. Many of the people and possessions we value can easily be at risk if we don't protect them from what life throws at us. To discuss the importance of...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. “The Week in Review”  is where we talk about current events for the everyday investor and homebuyer. THIS WEEK IN REVIEW TOPICS: Topic #1: Oneroof 8th May - One in 22 homes bought since 2017 at risk of negative equity Topic #2: Oneroof 8th May - Auckland Council receives 7100 objections to new CVs Topic #3: Stuff 10th May - Which housing markets are m...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. “The Week in Review”  is where we talk about current events for the everyday investor and homebuyer. Watch the Youtube video THIS WEEK IN REVIEW TOPICS: Topic #1:  Landlords.co.nz 3rd May - Investors federation has plans to fix rental crisis Topic #2:  Stuff 2nd May - It's a house buyer's market as real estate asking prices drop across New Z...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. “The Week in Review”  is where we talk about current events for the everyday investor and homebuyer. Watch the Youtube video THIS WEEK IN REVIEW TOPICS: NZ Herald 26th April - Inflation hits residential rents: New figures show how tenants are affected Landlords.co.nz 27th April - Construction costs soar Interest.co.nz 25th April - A closer look at how...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. “The Week in Review”  is where we talk about current events for the everyday investor and homebuyer. Watch the Youtube video THIS WEEK IN REVIEW TOPICS: Stuff 14th April - What happened last time house prices fell, and is this time different? Stuff 15th April - If mortgage rates are rising, why aren't deposit rates?   NZ Herald 14th April - Maste...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. “The Week in Review”  is where we talk about current events for the everyday investor and homebuyer.  THIS WEEK IN REVIEW TOPICS: Section prices rise across the country defying the housing market downturn New laws needed to protect off-the-plan buyers as 'tricks' increase, lawyer says OCR: Reserve Bank delivers double rate hike, borrowers fa...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. We’re introducing a new series called “The Week in Review” where we talk about current events for the everyday investor and homebuyer.  THIS WEEK IN REVIEW TOPICS: Investors back in the market with bigger mortgages Record-high number of building consents combined with material shortages creating 'a lot of pressure' -Corelogic Expert Corelogi...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. People have been asking us if we think waiting for house prices to drop before purchasing is a good idea in the present market.  Here to give you three major reasons why you SHOULDN'T  sit on the sidelines is Property Apprentice CFO Debbie Roberts. Stay tuned and subscribe! For topic suggestions, please email info@propertyapprentice.co.nz and if...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. If you're seeking clarity with regards to recent news around Council Valuation (CV) increases, you've arrived at the right episode. Debbie Roberts, CFO of Property Apprentice  shares her perspective on CVs, how you can address issues around them and what numbers matter when selling or purchasing property. Stay tuned and subscribe! For topic...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. Just when the market begins to open opportunities, smoke and mirrors on how to invest wisely start to appear. Yikes! In this episode, Property Apprentice CEO Paul Roberts wastes no time explaining what you can do to avoid paying too much for a property and how to recognize good investing advice from the bad. Stay tuned and subscribe! For topic suggest...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. Signs are pointing to a buyer's market emerging very soon.  This might just be the breakthrough you need to finally get your foot on the property ladder or secure an investment that's suited to your financial situation.  Find out what it means from Property Apprentice's Co-Founder and CFO Debbie Roberts. Stay tuned and subscribe! For to...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think.  With every new year comes a clean slate — so what  are you willing to do to make this year YOUR year of success?  In our first Property Apprentice Podcast episode for 2022, Paul talks about the movement he sees in the property market and what buyers can expect in the coming months. Will you finally get your chance to secure that dream deal? Stay tune...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. A number of Kiwis have been genuinely contemplating about property investing in Australia following the numerous restrictions and changes imposed on the current NZ market. While the Trans-Tasman Rivalry has been going on for years, there remains pros and cons everyone should consider before making a shift. Here to talk about what they are is Paul Robe...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. You've probably heard of the term "red flag" being thrown around all over social media lately. Often a cautionary term used in personal relationships, it now applies to many other situations and as a matter of fact, it can very much apply to certain  events and influences in the property market. The good news is that you can definitely...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. The adage "An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure" by Benjamin Franklin doesn't just seem to apply to public health at the moment. With the recent Government announcement of making new builds exempt from tax deductibility rules for 20 years, it has become clear that investors and home buyers must err on the side of cautio...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. There's negative sentiments going around on how first home buyers are finding it almost impossible to get their foot on the property ladder. But according to data on real estate activities,  first home buyers currently make up 26.3%  of property sales in New Zealand.  Reality on the ground shows that buying a first home is clearly possible. If yo...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. Like sunshine after a storm, we're now seeing parts of the country slowly getting back to normal as they get assigned to Alert Level 2 .  Although we're not yet completely out of the woods as authorities continue to contact trace potential  Covid-19 cases, it's a relief to know that there's now more freedom for many of us to procee...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. Real estate activities in the past lockdowns have been greatly hampered due to considerations regarding health and safety. Now that that we find ourselves in similar straits (yet again), most professionals have adapted measures to keep the industry running. If you were caught in the middle of a transaction right before the start of the lockdown or are...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. Do we sell property? Is our advice worth something to you? What can we expect from your Lifetime Coaching Program? These are just some queries we often get through social media. In today's episode, Paul answers the most common questions we've been asked regarding how we operate, why we prioritise adding value to our clients and what you can...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. What does a mortgage rate hike mean for you? In this episode, Paul gives us an update on the latest mortgage rate increases and what this means if you're dealing with a lender. Stay tuned and subscribe! For topic suggestions, please email info@propertyapprentice.co.nz and if you haven't already done so, please register for one of our upcomin...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. The Fear of Missing Out (F.O.M.O.) is one of the most commonly phenomena reported by people in the property market. Now, people are having a F.O.O.P. (Fear of Overpaying) reaction due to massive changes in affordability and lending. In this episode, Paul builds on a previous segment on new builds. This time, he discusses how new builds perform if valu...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. In this episode, Paul provides you with food for thought before you decide to go down the road of buying a new build. We understand that lot of people are drawn to purchasing new builds lately because of a supposed interest deductibility which is why we've chosen this topic for discussion. Stay tuned and subscribe! For topic suggestions, please e...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. A major concern for many investors now comes from how changes to legislation are affecting their ability to purchase property. While bank lending requirements are certainly tougher, that doesn't mean there aren't any alternatives at hand. Today, Debbie speaks with Linda Eagleton of MiTeam Mortgages and Insurance to broaden your perspective w...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. It's not as bleak as the media reports it to be. Housing policy changes have made it clear that first home buyers are a priority in the property market.  But of course, even with the government aiming to "tilt the balance" in favour of first-timers, getting a 20% deposit is still a challenge for many. Join Debbie Roberts of Property App...

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. As the hysteria that comes from a red hot property market  is being doused with fiscal and monetary policies, we've been asked this question: What is there to do next? Paul Roberts, CEO of Property Apprentice, lays out the smart and practical things you can do as a home buyer and investor during this phase of the property cycle.  In the 11 years...