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Welcome to Homerun, the podcast that’s all about bringing you home! We take you around the bases—passion, perseverance, and payoff—with expert tips and tricks from the industry’s best in real estate, home design, and architecture. Packed with success stories, bold strategies, and game-changing insights, Homerun inspires you to hit it out of the park and create the home and lifestyle of your dreams! Proudly sponsored by realestate.co.nz Powered by BC Studio (bcstudio.co.nz)
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July 23, 2026
<p>Not everyone starts with deep pockets. Tama Singh proves that determination, education, and the right strategy can completely change your financial future.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of the HomeRun Podcast, we sit down with property investor, entrepreneur, and mentor Tama Singh to unpack the mindset, strategies, and lessons that helped him build an impressive property portfolio after starting with just $4,000. </p><p><br></p><p>Since 2021, Tama has been involved in purchasing more than 65 investment properties, helping hundreds of Kiwis begin their own property investment journey.</p><p><br></p><p>We discuss:</p><p>How Tama got started in property investing</p><p>Finding profitable investment deals</p><p>Property flipping vs buy-and-hold investing</p><p>Common mistakes first-time investors make</p><p>Building wealth in today's New Zealand market</p><p>The mindset required for long-term success</p><p>Whether it's still possible to build wealth through property in 2026</p><p>Whether you're buying your first home, looking at your first investment property, or already building a portfolio, this episode is packed with practical advice and real-world experience.</p><p><br></p><p>🎙️ Guest: Tama Singh – Property Investor, Mentor & Founder of InvestorPro Leaders</p><p><br></p><p>Episode Timeline</p><p>00:10 – Introduction to guest Tama Singh, a property investor, flipper, and coach.</p><p>00:35 – Tama highlights his background and crossing 400 property transactions in five years.</p><p>01:21 – Discussing shifting interests toward global events, COVID-19 impacts, and politics.</p><p>02:08 – Reflecting on growing up in a small town near Opotiki and his family's immigrant journey from Fiji.</p><p>02:56 – Individualism vs. collectivism: How family units leverage pooled resources to build property wealth.</p><p>04:40 – Generational spending habits, money values, and the impact of online convenience culture.</p><p>06:13 – A discussion on cultural dynamics, family leadership, and traditional dynamics within community wealth building.</p><p>08:48 – Cultural patterns in finance, real estate expectations, and social media influences.</p><p>11:19 – Unpacking the property cycle, avoiding negative equity, and buying below market value.</p><p>13:50 – Analyzing the shifting 2026 market, food and fuel inflation, and tightening bank serviceability.</p><p>16:04 – The core strategy: Why Tama advocates for regional property transactions under $500k.</p><p>16:53 – Regional investments vs. Auckland: Managing holding costs and protecting downside risk.</p><p>18:04 – Deconstructing capital gains: Forced appreciation through renovations vs. the element of time.</p><p>19:56 – Flying to regions, managing out-of-town trades, and calculating real return on investment (ROI).</p><p>21:56 – Tama’s property origins: Buying his first family home in Auckland at 19 and leveraging into regional investments.</p><p>24:36 – The explosion of AI content online and the challenges of organic social media engagement.</p><p>27:43 – Recapping a Christchurch property networking event and economic perspectives on the political landscape.</p><p>31:08 – Smart purchasing criteria: What to look for in a first home, location mapping, and utilizing negotiation math.</p><p>34:00 – Auction tips and vendor psychology</p><p>36:46 – The Real Estate Agents Act (REA)</p><p>39:45 – Evaluating the Wellington property market</p><p>41:52 – Property dynamics in an election year</p><p>46:39 – Capitalizing on a buyers' market</p><p>49:16 – Maximizing early property access terms </p><p>51:15 – Auction downsides for buyers</p><p>54:12 – The real purpose of property appraisals</p><p>57:42 – How Tama transition into the property flipping game 01:01:08 – Critiquing the social media "flex" mentality</p><p>01:02:50 – The ultimate goal of property wealth</p><p>01:05:03 – Closing remarks</p><p>Stay connected with Homerun Podcast 👇Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@HomerunpodcastnzSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ik9md6okR9DaNIPwS7gJdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homerun-x-realestate-co-nz/id1815415116Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homerunpodcastnzTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@homerunnzLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/homerunnz/</p>
July 9, 2026
<p>In this episode of the Home Run podcast, we sit down with Qiulae Wong, leader of The Opportunities Party (TOP), to discuss their bold vision for New Zealand’s economic and political future. From a massive "tax reset" to long-term infrastructure planning, Wong explains why she believes the current political cycle is broken and how TOP intends to fix it.</p><p><br /></p><p>Whether you are a property owner concerned about new taxes or an aspiring buyer looking for a more affordable market, this conversation offers a fresh, centrist perspective on New Zealand’s most pressing issues.</p><p><br /></p><p>Timestamps:</p><p>00:09 - Welcome and Introduction to Qiulae Wong, leader of The Opportunities Party (TOP).1</p><p>01:26 - The problem with short-term politics and "flip-flopping" between governments.2</p><p>04:33 - Proposal to extend the governing cycle to a four-year term.3</p><p>05:51 - Mandating a long-term, cross-party infrastructure pipeline.4</p><p>07:20 - Why New Zealand needs a centrist party in Parliament to bridge the divide.5</p><p>11:10 - Recent polling milestones and the shift in TOP's campaign strategy.6</p><p>13:48 - TOP’s leverage: Negotiating a 25-year energy strategy.7</p><p>14:42 - Cleaning up lobbying: Stand-down periods and a transparent register.8</p><p>20:57 - The Energy Crisis: Why NZ pays fossil fuel prices for renewable energy.9</p><p>23:42 - The "Capacity Investment Scheme" to guarantee renewable energy prices.10</p><p>26:28 - The Property Tax Reset: 1.75% annual land tax on urban property.11</p><p>35:46 - Implementation plan: Easing the land tax in over 10 years.12</p><p>38:42 - The "Citizens Income": Providing $370 per week to all adults.13</p><p>41:14 - Solving the "Poverty Trap" and secondary tax rate issues.14</p><p>46:08 - Strengthening the Commerce Commission to tackle construction and supermarket monopolies.15</p><p>52:44 - Why TOP supports Single Transferable Vote (STV) and lowering the 5% threshold.16</p><p>57:33 - Defining sustainability as economic and social longevity.</p>
June 25, 2026
<p>Is there truly an unfair tax advantage when it comes to investing in property in New Zealand?In this episode of Home Run, the realestate.co.nz podcast, we sit down with Matthew Harris, Managing Director of Lighthouse (https://lighthousefinancial.co.nz/), to debunk widespread myths surrounding property investment, capital gains, and New Zealand's tax system.Matthew shares his insights from over 20 years in the industry, breaking down the true power of leverage, the critical difference between good debt and bad debt, and why financial literacy combined with action is the ultimate formula for financial success. We also take a deep dive into the unique Kiwi psyche around wealth, "tall poppy syndrome," and how we can better educate the next generation about money.Connect with Lighthouse: https://lighthousefinancial.co.nz/If you enjoyed this episode, please drop a like, leave a comment with your thoughts, and subscribe for more deep dives into real estate, the economy, and financial strategy!TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Introduction: Meet Matthew Harris from Lighthouse0:49 - Does property have an unfair tax advantage in NZ?1:33 - Property vs. Shares: Building a diversified balance sheet3:49 - The power of leverage and navigating deposit requirements5:56 - Lighthouse’s success formula: Financial literacy + Action7:45 - Good debt vs. Bad debt (and the Porsche debate)9:52 - Can anyone take action? Maximizing KiwiSaver and starting small12:09 - Why our education system fails at teaching financial literacy13:40 - Market fluctuations, social media, and the "pump & dump" news cycle14:30 - Property growth metrics vs. Bitcoin & scarce assets16:50 - Is the global financial system broken?18:16 - What happens when you over-tax the wealthy?20:10 - The perception problem: Are Kiwis actually under-taxed?21:32 - Financial literacy in the home: How to teach kids about money27:20 - Shaping work ethic: Paper runs, picking fruit, and child labor values29:30 - How ring-fencing and interest deductibility rules penalized property investors34:20 - The inflation hedge: Why billionaires use debt to win37:14 - Is real estate an unproductive asset? Property vs. Startups41:41 - Addressing New Zealand's core productivity issues45:18 - How to educate yourself in the age of AI and ChatGPT48:09 - The Kiwi money psyche & overcoming Tall Poppy Syndrome53:26 - Wrap up: Taking charge of your financial futureEnjoyed this episode? Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the realities of the real estate market! 🔔Stay connected with Homerun Podcast 👇Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@HomerunpodcastnzSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ik9md6okR9DaNIPwS7gJdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homerun-x-realestate-co-nz/id1815415116Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homerunpodcastnzTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@homerunnzLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/homerunnz/</p><p><br></p>
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Welcome to Homerun, the podcast that’s all about bringing you home! We take you around the bases—passion, perseverance, and payoff—with expert tips and tricks from the industry’s best in real estate, home design, and architecture.
Packed with success stories, bold strategies, and game-changing insights, Homerun inspires you to hit it out of the park and create the home and lifestyle of your dreams!
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