EP: 2356•22 Feb 2026

The Truth About Financial Advisers in NZ – No One Explains This Properly⎟Ep. 2356

About this episode

Is financial advice in New Zealand a scam?

In this episode, Ed and Andrew pull back the curtain on what financial advisers really do, why so many Kiwis are sceptical, and how to tell the difference between good advice and advice that quietly empties your wallet.

You’ll learn:

-Why do people think financial advice is a scam

-How financial advisers really get paid

-Which type of adviser do you actually need

If you’ve ever wondered whether financial advisers are worth it, who you should trust, or whether you’re better off going it alone, this episode gives you the clarity most people never get.

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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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