In this episode of ‘From Failure to Fabulous’ Nikki talks with property management expert Melanie Rouse about the Residential Tenancies Amendment Bill and what it means for both tenants and property landlords. They discuss the pros and cons of the end of 90 day no-cause terminations and what the new legislation is likely to mean for occupancy rates, rents and demand for rentals. They also talk about the impact of the big influx of kiwis returning home, what the slowdown in immigration and overseas students is doing to the rental market as well as how changing tenant expectations are affecting ..read more

In this episode of ‘From Failure to Fabulous’ Nikki talks with the Chief Executive of the Real Estate Institute (REINZ), Bindi Norwell about why trying to ‘time the market’ in the context of the New Zealand property market is almost always doomed to fail. They discuss the pressures building in the housing market and what’s likely to happen to prices once COVID-19 support factors like wage subsidies and mortgage holidays end. They also talk about effect of the wave of kiwis returning to New Zealand, changes to LVRs and why house prices have maintained record highs across most of the country des ..read more

Ashley Church is one of New Zealand’s most recognizable and experienced property commentators and a former CEO of the Property Institute and Auckland Property Investors Association. In this episode of from ‘Failure to Fabulous’ Nikki and Ashley go to the heart of the post-lockdown property market with in-depths discussions on property values and lessons from the GFC and international markets. They also talk about kiwis returning home, future interest rates, home ownership rates and capital gain versus cash-flow positive investments at a time of record low interest rates. Biography: Ashley Chur ..read more

As Head of Research for CoreLogic, Nick Goodall keeps a focussed eye on everything that happens in the New Zealand property market. In this episode of from ‘Failure to Fabulous’ Nikki talks with Nick about everything from listings, to the latest sales data as well as rental property returns and opportunities. Nick looks beyond what you hear in the media to provide the whole picture with what’s going on in the property market and where it’s likely heading. Biography: Nick Goodall is Head of Research for CoreLogic New Zealand, a role that means he’s continually investigating new and different wa ..read more

Getting good legal advice is critical when investing in property. In this episode of ‘Failure to Fabulous’, Nikki talks to specialist property solicitor Jeanne Heatlie about everything you’re ever wanted to know about the legal nitty-gritty of buying a property. From sales & purchase agreements to the difference between latent and patent defects to ‘code of compliance’ certificates, building reports and sunset clauses. Nikki and Jeanne also discuss the risks and advantages of buying off-the-plan and the best way of putting together a enduring agreement when buying a property proportionally ..read more

In this episode of From Failure to Fabulous, Nikki talks with award-winning financial advisor Brenda Murney about the best way to secure finance to buy a property. They also discuss changes to bank lending criteria, the difference between buying existing and newly-built property and mortgage brokers, banks and second tier lenders. They also get to the bottom of equity versus leverage, credit facilities and the best way to re-finance and consolidate debt.   ..read more

Understanding the residential apartment market is critical in understanding New Zealand property. In this episode of from ‘Failure to Fabulous’ we speak with one of Auckland’s biggest property developers and managing director of Sugartree, Darren Brown. We discuss whether the Auckland market is saturated, what the real demand in Auckland is, rental rentals and what will be the cost of building apartments in Auckland over the next few years.   ..read more

Matt Cawley is an Australian who’s seen the light and is now a proud New Zealander working to help kiwis get into investment property. In this episode of From Failure to Fabulous, Matt talks about how using existing equity to get into Proportional Property Ownership can help people to pay off a mortgage faster, provide a passive income and benefit from capital gains Link to Matt Cawley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-cawley-463374193/?originalSubdomain=nz Link to book: https://propellorproperties.co.nz/propellor-story/ Disclaimer: The advice shared on From Failure to Fabulous is general i ..read more

Tony Alexander was the BNZ’s Chief Economist for 25 years and has written more about the NZ economy than anyone in the country. In this episode of From Failure to Fabulous, Tony gives his take on future property price movements and the impact of land and labour supply restrictions, new banking regulations and the impact of coronavirus. He also discusses interest rates, the impact of the global tech revolution, the upcoming election, finance companies and regional development. Link to Tony Alexander: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-alexander-145887193/?originalSubdomain=nz Link to book: https ..read more

Nikki Connors is one of New Zealand’s most respected property experts and is committed to helping New Zealanders get on the property ladder. In this episode of From Failure to Fabulous, she describes the highs and lows of her own property journey and how the lessons she learnt can help every New Zealander manage and understand the risks and benefits of property investment. Link to Propellor Properties https://propellorproperties.co.nz/ Link to book: https://propellorproperties.co.nz/propellor-story/ Disclaimer: The advice shared on From Failure to Fabulous is general in nature and does no ..read more