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"Old wealth is built by owning more, new wealth is built by owing more." Welcome to Leverage Addicts, the podcast for purpose-driven entrepreneurs, investors and hustlers who want to maximize their time and capital by using leverage. Join us as we dive into the world of property investing and explore the different journeys of successful investors. We'll dissect real-world deals and strategies, and... more

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Discover how to optimise your KiwiSaver NZ strategy to build long-term wealth beyond just property investing. In this video, we sit down with Matthew from Generate KiwiSaver to unpack why so many New Zealanders are missing out on potential gains by t... more

Unlock the secrets to professional-scale NZ property investing with active investor Cairo. In this episode, we dive deep into how he transitioned from being a mortgage broker - where he saw thousands of investor deals - to building a massive portfoli... more

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... more

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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.

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Cairo Debi
Property investor and flipper with portfolio of 25+ properties in three years
Episode: How to buy 25 Profitable NZ Properties in 3 years
Nikita Taiapa
Co-founder of Search and Secure, investor focused on cash flow and equity growth
Search and Secure
Episode: How To Stop Relying on Capital Gains: The New Rule for NZ Property Investment
Ken Turner
Auckland Councilor for Waitakere
Auckland Council
Episode: Auckland’s PC120 Explained: What Every Property Owner Needs to Know
Hadley Nightingale
Buyers agent who works closely with investors across New Zealand
Independent buyers agent
Episode: Common Mistakes to Avoid in New Zealand Property Investing
Ziyang Cheng
Seasoned financial advisor and part-time property developer
MortgageHQ
Episode: Property Development vs Property Investing in New Zealand | Mortgage Strategies Series Ep 3
Zee Yang
New Zealand's number one financial advisor
Morgan GHQ
Episode: How To Win in the NZ Property Market
Harry Eady
One of New Zealand's sharpest financial advisors
Independent Financial Advisor
Episode: Summer Property Traps 2025: The Costly Mistakes First Home Buyers Keep Repeating
Simon MacDonald
Head of advice at Mortgage HQ
Mortgage HQ
Episode: The Zero Percent Money Play: How NZ Investors Turn Green Loans into Faster Wealth and Bigger Gains
Joseph Hickton
Property Manager at Barfoot & Thompson
Barfoot & Thompson
Episode: The Truth about Property Managers: Behind the Scenes of NZ Tenants and Rentals

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Amazing guests, terrible interviewers

    It would be so good if the interviewers actually listened and responded to the incredibly intelligent guests instead of just reading prewritten click-bait nonsense questions.

    Pretty hard to take the interviewers seriously

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    Ryangodammit
    New Zealanda year ago

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Guests are generally insightful but could be more responsive to guest insights.
Listeners feel the format sometimes hinges on prewritten questions rather than dynamic dialogue.
Strong value on NZ property market strategies and practical financing tips.
Content is depth-focused, appealing to serious investors despite occasional pacing issues.

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Property Investing NZ: Is Now the Best Time to Buy?
Q: What are the tax basics first-time investors should understand before purchasing property?
Key basics include understanding how rental income is treated, the role of mortgage interest deductions, the importance of getting a chattel valuation early, and recognizing when renovations are capitalised versus deductible, all while keeping meticulous records and aligning with an accountant from the outset.
Property Investing NZ: Is Now the Best Time to Buy?
Q: What are some of the most common mistakes you see first-time investors making when they're looking to purchase property?
Common mistakes include failing to assess true cash flow and goals first, overlooking the tax implications of chattel and renovation costs, and not engaging an accountant early enough to structure the deal and set up proper records and accounts.
How to buy 25 Profitable NZ Properties in 3 years
Q: How can trades leverage their existing skills to build a portfolio?
The guest highlights education in negotiation, understanding borrowing power, and ensuring cash flow plus capacity to complete renovations, with an emphasis on assembling a strong team to keep projects moving.
How to buy 25 Profitable NZ Properties in 3 years
Q: What are the biggest mistakes newcomers make in property investing?
The guest stresses failing to run the numbers, overpaying on builds that have no ad value, and not accounting for cash flow and exit strategies, emphasizing the need for profit margins even when markets shift.
How to buy 25 Profitable NZ Properties in 3 years
Q: Tell me about that transition from advisor to full-time investing.
Cairo describes moving from mortgage brokering to working with flipper clients, finding a niche in securing higher-yield properties, and eventually building a portfolio and a building company to support ongoing flips and growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Leverage Addicts

What is Leverage Addicts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on property investing in New Zealand, with a heavy emphasis on leveraging capital, cash flow optimization, and strategic financing. Episodes frequently dissect mortgage options, rate risk, and ways to accelerate wealth through smart property deals, renovations, and location strategy (including regional plays and commuter belt opportunities). A distinctive thread across episodes is the practical, framework-driven approach to choosing investment paths, paired with real-world examples and guest expertise from top NZ financial advisors and property professionals. Notable strengths include clear emphasis on cash flow and long-term wealth building, plus a willingness to tackle policy shifts and market cycles that impact investors... more

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Recent guests on Leverage Addicts include:

1. Cairo Debi
2. Nikita Taiapa
3. Ken Turner
4. Hadley Nightingale
5. Ziyang Cheng
6. Zee Yang
7. Harry Eady
8. Simon MacDonald

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