EP: 667•9 Jul 2021

Back to Basics #1/4 -- Getting Goals, Setting Strategy and Picking Properties | Ep. 667

About this episode

In this episode, we kick off the first episode in our four-part Back to Basics series. Here, we go through how to get goals, set strategy and pick properties as a step by step guide. This is specifically geared for New Zealand based property investors.

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Back to Basics #1/4 -- Getting Goals, Setting Strategy and Picking Properties | Ep. 667

About this episode

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The hidden danger of listening to money experts⎥Ep. 2065

Airbnb vs Mid-Term Rentals vs Long-Term Rentals The TRUTH⎥Ep. 2064

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