EP: 2111•22 Jun 2025

Can Average Kiwis Still Afford To Invest In Property⎥Ep. 2111

About this episode

Most Kiwis assume you need $100k+ in cash to buy a rental. But that’s not necessarily true.In this episode, we ask: “Can the average New Zealander actually invest in property?” And the answer might surprise you.

We also dig into:

What the “average” Kiwi really looks like – and whether you’re above or below it

Real-life examples of everyday Kiwis investing in property

How much you might be able to afford – even with a modest income

The role equity plays and how you can unlock it

Here's the calculator we mentioned in the show

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