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Alister Siew and Justin Keen, partners at Auckland-based accounting firm BetterCo, bring their sharp financial minds and real-world experience to the forefront of New Zealand’s 2025 property market. Known for their modern, tech-savvy approach to accounting, they break down complex financial concepts into practical insights for homeowners, sellers, and investors navigating today’s evolving real est...

Geoff takes us behind the camera—and the construction tape—to share what it's really like to direct a renovation that’s also a TV set. From juggling builders and presenters in tight quarters, to capturing authentic drama without turning it into pure spectacle, Geoff offers an unfiltered look at the delicate dance between storytelling and site management.

What happens when a high-stakes home renovation meets the pressure cooker of reality TV production? In this episode, we sit down with Geoff Burton , seasoned TV Director at TWC Media and the creative mind behind The Kiwi Dream , a reality show that blends raw renovation challenges with the unpredictable world of documentary filmmaking. Geoff takes us behind the camera—and the construction tape—to...

Full Interview with Nick Goodall – Cotality Head of Research Featured on the  Home Run  podcast with David and Harps, this in-depth conversation dives into the key drivers shaping today's property market. 🏠 Topics include: The impact of interest rates on housing affordability Buyer segmentation and challenges for first-time buyers The return of investor confidence Navigating the market with the r...

In this episode, we dive into the evolving world of property buying in New Zealand with Alexandra Vincent Martelli , a seasoned real estate consultant and founder and buyer’s agent specialising in Auckland’s eastern suburbs and central city. With over a decade of international experience across London, Sydney, and Hong Kong, Alex returned home to discover a major gap in the local real estate marke...

In this episode, we’re joined by Hamish Morley Dodd , one of New Zealand’s most recognisable interior designers and TV personalities, to uncover the design strategies that make a house irresistible to buyers. Known for his decade-long run on the beloved show My House My Castle , and more recently, the hit series 100 Day Bach and 100 Day Renovation , Hamish brings a wealth of experience in creating...

In this episode, we sit down with Jen Baird , Chief Executive of the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) , to unpack the seismic shifts reshaping Aotearoa’s property market. With a deep background in both the public and private sectors—including senior roles at Hamilton City Council and nearly a decade as Chief Marketing Officer at Barfoot & Thompson—Jen brings unmatched insight into...

A year in review across New Zealand real estate, property development, architecture, and housing policy. In this end-of-season recap, we reflect on the biggest conversations, standout guests, and key lessons from 20+ interviews — from what makes a smart long-term property investment, to passive homes and healthy housing, to why planning, consents, and regulation remain major handbrakes across the...