The Wellington Rental Crash? + Fighting Council Flood Maps NZ Property Insights Ep. 8

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. Are landlords losing their leverage? In Episode 8 of New Zealand Property Insights , Paul and Debbie Roberts unpack a massive divergence in the national rental market, explain how homeowners are fighting back against inaccurate council flood maps, and break down the government's brand new regulations for property managers. In this episode, Paul and Debbie cover: The Rental Market Divergence: A tale of two cities. We break down the latest data showing Wellington's rental stock has surged by 54.2%, causing average rents to drop by 8.9%. Meanwhile, regions like Hawke's Bay have seen stock skyrocket by over 115%. We explain why landlords need to drop their egos, prioritize cash flow, and focus heavily on tenant retention right now. Fighting Council Flood Maps: We look at a recent case of a Glendowie homeowner fighting Auckland Council over a "flood-prone" designation based on broad-brush 2016 LiDAR data. We explain how sellers can protect their property value with private drainage reports and insurance history, and how savvy investors can use these limb notations to negotiate massive discounts. Property Management Regulated: Finally! Associate Minister of Housing Tama Potaka has announced a new government-backed framework to regulate residential property managers. We explain what the new public register means for you, and why the mandate for separate audited trust accounts will finally force the "cowboys" out of the industry. Whether you are trying to fill a vacant rental, looking to buy a discounted property, or want to make sure your property manager is handling your money legally, this episode is packed with essential advice. Resource Links: 📅 Free Online Event: Learn how to succeed in any market cycle. Register for the next "How to Succeed with Property Investing" event here: 🏠 Book a Free Chat: Need to stress-test your strategy? Book a free, no-obligation chat with Paul Roberts: 💻 Website: Support the show Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is for educational purposes only and does not constitute personalized financial advice. We recommend seeking advice from a qualified professional before making any investment decisions. *Property Advice Group Limited trading as Property Apprentice has been granted a FULL Licence with the Financial Markets Authority of New Zealand. (FSP Number: FSP157564) Debbie Roberts | Financial Adviser (FSP221305) For our Public disclosure statement please go to our website or you may request a copy free of charge.

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The Wellington Rental Crash? + Fighting Council Flood Maps NZ Property Insights Ep. 8 is an episode from Property Apprentice Podcast by Debbie & Paul Roberts.

This episode is 21:34 long.

This episode was published on Mar 31, 2026.

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