1 in 3 Kiwis Have <$500 Saved, Women Left Behind & Flat House Prices (Week in Review)

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think.Is a flat property market actually your best window of opportunity? In this episode of The Week in Review, Debbie Roberts from Property Apprentice unpacks a New Zealand market that is finding its feet, but moving at a glacial pace. While the headlines might sound sobering, there are massive opportunities hiding in plain sight if you know where to look.We dive into a shocking report revealing how young women are being left behind on the property ladder, alongside alarming Westpac data showing that 1 in 3 Kiwis currently have less than $500 in savings.Plus, we cover why ANZ economists have downgraded their 2026 house price forecasts to just 2%, why landlords are increasingly anxious about tenant legislation, and the good news about property asking price reductions hitting a two-year low—signalling the ground is finally firming up.Key Topics Covered:Landlord Anxiety: Why lower competition makes this the perfect time to buy.The Gender Property Gap: Breaking down the income and knowledge barriers keeping women out of the market.ANZ&apos;s 2026 Forecast: What a flat house price forecast means for your mortgage strategy.The Savings Crisis: The reality of Kiwi savings accounts and KiwiSaver balances.Market Data: Why $40 million wiped from asking prices actually points to a stabilizing market.📢 FREE EVENT: How to Succeed with Property Investing  Join our 100% independent, FREE online masterclass to cut through the jargon and learn how to structure your portfolio for success in today&apos;s conditions. 👉 Register here: https://www.propertyapprentice.co.nz🎧 Follow us for weekly updates! Please open your Apple Podcasts or Spotify app right now and hit the follow button!Subscribe to our Apple Podcasts Channel HereSubscribe to our Spotify Channel Here#NZProperty #MortgageRates #RealEstateNews #FirstHomeBuyers #FinancialLiteracy #WomensWealth #EconomicUpdate #DebbieRoberts #PodcastSupport the showDisclaimer: 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.