Ep.355: Is New Zealand the Next Move for Australian Property Investors?, with Hadley Nightingale

In this episode of Geared for Growth, Mike Mortlock is joined by Hadley Nightingale, Founder of New Zealand Property Buyers Ltd, to explore the opportunities and risks facing Australian investors looking to buy property across the Tasman. Having experienced the consequences of his own early property investment mistake, Hadley brings a practical perspective to navigating the New Zealand market and helping investors make more informed, strategic decisions. With Australian property and tax policy changes prompting investors to look beyond their own borders, New Zealand is attracting renewed attention. Hadley unpacks the country's current market conditions, rental yields, affordability and tax settings, while sharing lessons from New Zealand's own experience with changes to interest deductibility and tenancy regulations. He explains why policy decisions can have unintended consequences for housing supply and rental affordability, and why a market downturn can create opportunities for investors prepared to do their homework. But investing internationally isn't as simple as finding a property with an attractive yield. Hadley walks Mike through the importance of population growth, employment diversity, infrastructure investment and local market knowledge, alongside the practical differences in due diligence, financing, property compliance and ongoing management. From identifying investment-grade properties to getting the right tax and lending advice before making a move, this conversation explores what Australians should consider before adding New Zealand property to their portfolio. What we cover in this episode: Why Australian investors are increasingly exploring property opportunities in New Zealand. What New Zealand's experience with interest deductibility and tenancy policy changes can teach Australian investors. How to assess rental yields, capital growth potential and affordability across different New Zealand markets. Why population size, employment diversity and infrastructure matter more than an attractive headline yield. Which property characteristics Hadley looks for when assessing investment-grade opportunities. The differences between buying property in Australia and New Zealand, including due diligence, methamphetamine testing and sales methods. What investors need to understand about healthy homes requirements, property management and ongoing compliance. Why tax structures, mortgage brokers and trusted local professionals should be part of the process before purchasing. How Australian investors may be able to explore equity release and financing options to fund an overseas purchase. Connect with Hadley Nightingale LinkedIn:   / hadleyn   Facebook:   / hadleywnightingale   Contact: hadley@newzealandpropertybuyers.com LISTEN TO THE EPISODE: Spotify: https://sptfy.in/5dzh Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website: https://gearedforgrowth.com.au/