EPISODE · Apr 19, 2026 · 21 MIN
7 Signs You’re About to Buy the Wrong Property⎟Ep. 2412
from The Property Academy Podcast · host Opes Partners
One bad property decision… could cost you $750,000.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the 7 biggest warning signs that you’re about to buy the wrong property – including a real story of a buyer who overpaid at the peak and got stuck when the market turned. You’ll learn: The 7 red flags that signal a bad investment before you buy Why chasing a “bargain” or a booming market can backfire The costly mistakes ... like skipping due diligence or misunderstanding what you’re buying The key takeaway? Most bad property deals don’t look bad at first. They feel excited, logical, even “safe.” But if you ignore the fundamentals, one wrong purchase can set you back years.And here is the 23 Step Checklist to use before you commit to any property – whether you’re an investor buying a new build, purchasing an existing rental, or even buying your first home. If a property can’t pass these checks, walk away.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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One bad property decision… could cost you $750,000.In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the 7 biggest warning signs that you’re about to buy the wrong property – including a real story of a buyer who overpaid at the peak and got stuck when the market turned. You’ll learn: The 7 red flags that signal a bad investment before you buy Why chasing a “bargain” or a booming market can backfire The costly mistakes ... like skipping due diligence or misunderstanding what you’re buying The key takeaway? Most bad property deals don’t look bad at first. They feel excited, logical, even “safe.” But if you ignore the fundamentals, one wrong purchase can set you back years.And here is the 23 Step Checklist to use before you commit to any property – whether you’re an investor buying a new build, purchasing an existing rental, or even buying your first home. If a property can’t pass these checks, walk away.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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