Who we are and why we do it

At Opes Partners, we believe that property investment isn’t just for the wealthy—it’s for anyone who dreams of a secure financial future.

We’re a team that started with a simple idea: to provide honest, unbiased advice that empowers everyday Kiwis to build wealth through property.

From our humble beginnings to where we are today, our commitment to helping people has only grown stronger.

Here’s our story and the journey that’s brought us to this point.

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Opes started with 3 guys in a small office back in 2013.

Today there are over 90 people in the team.

But the real story started years earlier when I was just 14.

I grew up humbly. Money was always tight. I remember hearing my parents worry about money late at night.

A financial adviser came to see my parents. They were on normal incomes and wanted to get rid of the mortgage.

The adviser told them they could pay it off in just 9 years.

I tried to understand how it worked.

He said, “well, according to this spreadsheet, they’ve got a spare $200 a week.”

I said, “Your spreadsheet is wrong. There’s no extra money.”

And that was where Opes really started. A 14-year-old kid worried that his parents were being duped. Then, after high school, I worked at BNZ helping people get mortgages.

I remember thinking: "Wow, some people earn normal incomes, but they’ve got a lot of wealth". Without fail. They were all property investors.

That’s when I realised that property can be a Wealth Builder even for people on normal incomes.

So, I started investing myself. At 19, I’d save every dollar I could. I even brewed my own beer at home.

I tried looking for properties. But never found the ‘perfect’ one.

Until, I was driving along in the car with Tony Mounce. He’s a local Christchurch mortgage legend.

He asked how much deposit I had.“$10k” I told him.

“That’s enough. Just go and buy something.” So I did.

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And over the next 20 years I grew a portfolio of over 40 investment properties.

I tried every investment strategy. I made every mistake. And after growing my wealth through property, I wanted to help others too.

There were lots of ways Opes could help people invest. But, when I look back. The real money I made didn’t come from the flips or renovations.

I made the most money by buying a good property and holding onto it for the long term.

And that’s why we now focus on long-term property investment.

So yes, Opes started in 2013. I teamed up with another young property guy in Christchurch.

We sat in at a bar in Christchurch and brainstormed names. Ollie googled the Latin word for wealth.

Opes.

So we became Opes Partners. And while that’s technically how the company started.

It really started years earlier. Back when I was just 14. And I didn’t want other parents to get the same bad advice that mine did.

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Our mission and vision for Opes Partners

Our mission: We are committed to helping Kiwis grow their wealth through smart property investments. By providing expert advice and personalized strategies, we empower people to achieve financial freedom and security for the future.

Our vision: To become New Zealand’s most trusted and respected property investment company by delivering an end-to-end service that makes property investment easy and accessible for all.

Our Core Values

Our values guide everything we do. Here's what you can expect when working with us:

Clients First
Every decision we make starts with one question: What’s the impact on our clients?
Quality Counts
We set the bar high. Our commitment to excellence drives us to deliver nothing less than the best for our clients.
Objective and Analytical
Property investment can be complex. We break it down using clear, data-driven strategies that are easy to understand.
Plain English
No jargon. No confusing terms. We explain everything in a way that's simple and accessible.
We Make Things Happen
Quality counts—but so does speed. We take action to ensure that your investment goals are achieved efficiently.
Embrace Smart Technology
We use AI and cutting-edge technology to deliver smarter, more personalized insights through our Opes+ software.

Why Kiwis trust us

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Years of experience
12
Kiwis we've helped invest
2540
New builds our investors have invested in
2874
Wealth plans we've created for Kiwis
7598

The Opes Wealth Programme

You’ve heard about our commitment to Kiwis and the trust we’ve built over the years—now, discover how we can help you achieve your financial goals through our step-by-step Wealth Plan Programme.

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5/5 stars
I whole heartedly believe in what Opes provide
The thing about Opes Partners is that they really are your 'partners' and truly want to help everyone work towards the best possible outcome regardless of situation.
As first time investors we, like so many others, were simply astounded by the information, support, team of people and affiliated companies that Opes provide. They put your mind at ease and help guide you through the 10 year plan and process making it exciting and unbelievably easy for what seems a huge step the first time.
Unfortunately for us, we were flying high on equity and the low interest rates (early 2022) when we decided to jump on board but did not make some important decisions when required to reduce our debt levels or spending when the economy ran into some issues (late 2022 to 2023).
Despite the bank declining the rest of our mortgage 12 months after providing the deposit and the fact we were contractually obligated to complete our purchase, Dennis (our property partner) & Andrew ( Managing Partner) were very understanding of our situation and quick to jump to our aid....once again working as a partnership between us, Opes, the developer, brokers, lawyers and accountants to ensure the best possible outcome for all involved.
Although a bitter sweet moment for us at the time, we will forever be indebted to Opes for the way were were treated and helped out of a potentially dire situation.
I whole heartedly believe in what Opes provide and once the market recovers, and with our lessons learned, we will touch base again to re-start our 10 year plan!
'The true measure of a man is not how he behaves in moments of comfort and convenience but how he stands at times of controversy and challenges'. Martin Luther King Jr.
Brian & Ruth4/8/2023
5/5 stars
No, I don't get kickbacks or work for them, just a very satisfied customer
OPES was recommended to me by a trusted colleague during a discussion we had about property investing. I contacted OPES and have never looked back. OPES provided a seamless, experience based on the latest and legacy economic and property sales data, their in-house economist Ed does deep dives into property statistics in all the regions and much like Tony Alexander has an enormous grasp on what is going on in the market. Andrew, after looking at our situation and financial position and goals provided a tailored package for my wife and I. The whole experience was excellent as OPES only deals with top-quality established developers as well. Our developer was Neilston Homes who again I cannot fault building two beautiful modern townhouses for us to purchase. I have no hesitation, and would in fact encourage people who are looking at property investment to deal with OPES, I really can't speak highly enough of them. Their administration and communication are outstanding and we were kept totally informed and guided through every step from start to finish.
David W11/8/2023
5/5 stars
Cleared all concerns we have so that we were clear with our goal and decisions
I was initially sceptical about Opes partner but they have proven themselves after working with them and listening to their podcast.
I love their transparency that they might not fit for everyone. They provide pros and cons to allow you to make informed decisions. They clearly tell you how they get paid and their associate services such as Opes mortgage. They respect your choice of not using their services. You can always have an initial meeting with their professional for free to see if they are fit for your needs. Property Academy podcast and their website are fantastic ways to learn about properties. I’m warning you that their podcast is so informative at the same time entertaining. It is addictive to listen to.
Buying a new build for the first time could be very stressful but this team is so experienced that they work with you to negate that. Let me explain further.
Maxine, our finically adviser, tailored to our needs and presented suitable properties. She cleared all concerns we have so that we were clear with our goal and decisions. Tina, client relationship manager, hold our hands to work through the building process
(up till settlement). She facilitated us to liaise with our builder, lawyer, accountant, mortgage broker, and other relevant professionals to ensure things are put into places. Jason, our Opes mortgage adviser, went extra miles to give us the best deal. We really appreciate that.
All staff at Opes partner we encounter are professional, passionate and personal. We are grateful to have them in our investment journey to provide good rental products and services to our people. We are looking forward to the future.
Chia T20/7/2024
5/5 stars
Fantastic Experience and top class advice.
Every touch point at Opes was excellent. They provided First Class advice and communication. I would gladly recommend Opes to all my friends family and work colleagues. My husband and I were able to purchase two townhouses after thinking we could only buy one. I was impressed that Opes have their own in-house economist Ed, they present simple and easy-to-understand information by way of bi-weekly webinars, and Andrew and his team including Candice, and Mickey are both authentic and down to earth, and went the extra mile to hold our hand all the way through the journey of thinking, feeling, looking, planning, financing, purchasing and future goals. Also, both properties increased significantly in value between signing contracts and settlement 4 months later. Opes take the stress-free approach
Anna M24/8/2023
5/5 stars
We will definitely be coming back to you guys
I would like to say a huge and profound thank you for all your help throughout this process. We have both been really impressed with Opes - not just the quality of your own work, but also the level of service and help we got from the professionals you recommended. When we bought our first house in 2020 the process was nowhere near as smooth, and this time I think I spent about half an hour thinking "...wow, that went without a hitch!"
I especially liked the updates portal and the meeting where we went through the settlement process, plus the helpful guide document that was provided. I have actually recommended Opes to a few of my friends, and I know once we are ready for our next investment property (once interest rates don't make us cringe!) we will definitely be coming back to you guys.
Laura12/7/2023
5/5 stars
Experts in their field
Opes Partners are experts in their field and have continuously provided reliable up to date knowledge and data on everything property. Whether it's listening to a podcast, watching a webinar, or reading one of their articles, their content and services can be trusted to help you build your understanding and ultimately reach your property goals whatever strategy suits your situation. We have recently worked with Stevie from the Christchurch office to purchase our first investment property and we couldn't thank her enough for the tailored advice we were given, the Opes staff are very friendly, kind, and professional. We will definitely be working with Opes in the future. Thanks again!
Zack C2/4/2023

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Who we are and why we do it

Opes started with 3 guys in a small office back in 2013.

I said, “Your spreadsheet is wrong. There’s no extra money.”

That’s when I realised that property can be a Wealth Builder even for people on normal incomes.

And over the next 20 years I grew a portfolio of over 40 investment properties.

Our mission and vision for Opes Partners

Clients First

Quality Counts

Objective and Analytical

Plain English

We Make Things Happen

Embrace Smart Technology

Why Kiwis trust us

Years of experience

Kiwis we've helped invest

New builds our investors have invested in

Wealth plans we've created for Kiwis

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