EP: 2511•27 Jul 2026

CV vs Market Value The Mistake Most Buyers Make⎟Ep. 2511

About this episode

A CV feels official ... so buyers treat it like the property's real value. It isn't. Right now, houses are selling anywhere from 8% below to 20% above CV, depending on the region.

In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down what a CV actually is, where houses are beating it, and how to use it without getting burned.

You'll learn:

What a CV really measures
Which regions are selling above CV, and which are below
Why are they so often wrong

The bottom line? A CV is a rates tool, not a valuation. For what a house is really worth, start with recent comparable sales.

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Ok, now for the legal bit:

The Property Academy Podcast is for your general information. It’s not financial advice.

So the hosts aren’t telling you what to do with your own money. We’ve made every effort to make sure the information is accurate. But we occasionally get the odd fact wrong.

Make sure you do your own research or talk to a financial adviser before making any investment decisions.

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