EPISODE · Aug 15, 2025 · 13 MIN
The Hidden Costs of Retirement Villages – What They Really Cost⎥Ep. 2165
from The Property Academy Podcast · host Opes Partners
Retirement villages can look like a comfortable option for your parents (or even yourself one day) — but the financial reality can be very different from what you expect.In this episode, we unpack the costs, rules, and traps so you can make an informed decision.You’ll learn:The “Licence to Occupy” model used by 95% of villages, and why you don’t get any capital gainsHow Deferred Management Fees (DMFs) can take 20–30% of your money — and why payouts can be delayed up to two yearsThe ongoing weekly fees, plus what you still have to pay for yourselfIf you want to understand how these villages really work — and avoid six-figure surprises — this episode is for you.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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Retirement villages can look like a comfortable option for your parents (or even yourself one day) — but the financial reality can be very different from what you expect.In this episode, we unpack the costs, rules, and traps so you can make an informed decision.You’ll learn:The “Licence to Occupy” model used by 95% of villages, and why you don’t get any capital gainsHow Deferred Management Fees (DMFs) can take 20–30% of your money — and why payouts can be delayed up to two yearsThe ongoing weekly fees, plus what you still have to pay for yourselfIf you want to understand how these villages really work — and avoid six-figure surprises — this episode is for you.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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