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EPISODE · May 20, 2026 · 54 MIN

The Property Breakup From Hell.

from The Curve

This episode is, quite frankly, unhinged. Sophie sits down with Holly to hear one of the wildest relationship-and-money stories we’ve ever had on the podcast, involving property, trust, legal drama, a cancelled wedding, and the kind of plot twists that make you want to scream into a cushion. Without giving too much away, it’s a story about what can happen when love, money and home ownership get tangled together… and why protecting yourself financially isn’t unromantic, it’s essential. Juicy? Extremely. Educational? Absolutely. Please keep snacks nearby. We’re proud to be partnering with BNZ, who know that home ownership isn’t a straight line. Sometimes life throws curveballs, and BNZ is all about supporting you through the hard stuff, not just the highlights. Whether you’re planning ahead or needing a bit more support right now, BNZ’s home loan experts have the tools and people ready to help you find a way. 👉 To learn more, head here. (bnz.co.nz/home-loan-partners-spotify-ep13) BNZ home loans are subject to BNZ’s lending criteria (including minimum equity requirements), terms and fees. An establishment fee of up to $150 may apply. Credits: Host: Sophie Hallwright Guest: Holly Egerton Producer & Editor: Emily Rigby Social & Digital Manager: Lucy Munro ⁠⁠Leave us a message on The Curve Hotline 💌☎️⁠⁠ For more from The Curve:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Newsletter⁠⁠ Chapters 00:00:00 Coming up in this episode… 00:01:30 BNZ x The Curve 00:02:31 Meet Holly 00:05:28 How Holly bought her first property 00:10:35 Another big milestone 00:11:51 How the finances were split 00:13:35 The night everything changed 00:16:33 Things escalate... 00:20:06 Trying to get her back 00:21:50 The legalities 00:24:52 Getting lawyers involved 00:26:38 The court battle 00:36:42 Lessons learned 00:42:29 How the experience changed Holly 00:43:48 Tips for listeners 00:47:33 Final words of wisdom 00:52:27 BNZ x The Curve 00:54:01 Financial Disclaimer Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

This episode is, quite frankly, unhinged. Sophie sits down with Holly to hear one of the wildest relationship-and-money stories we’ve ever had on the podcast, involving property, trust, legal drama, a cancelled wedding, and the kind of plot twists that make you want to scream into a cushion. Without giving too much away, it’s a story about what can happen when love, money and home ownership get tangled together… and why protecting yourself financially isn’t unromantic, it’s essential. Juicy? Extremely. Educational? Absolutely. Please keep snacks nearby. We’re proud to be partnering with BNZ, who know that home ownership isn’t a straight line. Sometimes life throws curveballs, and BNZ is all about supporting you through the hard stuff, not just the highlights. Whether you’re planning ahead or needing a bit more support right now, BNZ’s home loan experts have the tools and people ready to help you find a way. 👉 To learn more, head here. (bnz.co.nz/home-loan-partners-spotify-ep13) BNZ home loans are subject to BNZ’s lending criteria (including minimum equity requirements), terms and fees. An establishment fee of up to $150 may apply. Credits: Host: Sophie Hallwright Guest: Holly Egerton Producer & Editor: Emily Rigby Social & Digital Manager: Lucy Munro ⁠⁠Leave us a message on The Curve Hotline 💌☎️⁠⁠ For more from The Curve:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Newsletter⁠⁠ Chapters 00:00:00 Coming up in this episode… 00:01:30 BNZ x The Curve 00:02:31 Meet Holly 00:05:28 How Holly bought her first property 00:10:35 Another big milestone 00:11:51 How the finances were split 00:13:35 The night everything changed 00:16:33 Things escalate... 00:20:06 Trying to get her back 00:21:50 The legalities 00:24:52 Getting lawyers involved 00:26:38 The court battle 00:36:42 Lessons learned 00:42:29 How the experience changed Holly 00:43:48 Tips for listeners 00:47:33 Final words of wisdom 00:52:27 BNZ x The Curve 00:54:01 Financial Disclaimer Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.

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