EPISODE · Sep 12, 2025 · 10 MIN
The Truth About NZ's New Foreign Buyer Rules ⎥ Ep. 2193
from The Property Academy Podcast · host Opes Partners
The Foreign Buyer Ban has been one of New Zealand’s most controversial housing policies. The National-led government has changed the rules.In this episode, Ed and Andrew are joined by Mark Harris (Managing Director of NZ Sotheby’s International Realty) to unpack what this really means.You’ll learn:Who can now legally buy property in NZ under the new rulesThe types of homes that overseas buyers are targetingWhy this is unlikely to affect first-home buyersThis episode delves into the policy's fine print, separating hype from reality and asking whether everyday investors should even care.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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The Foreign Buyer Ban has been one of New Zealand’s most controversial housing policies. The National-led government has changed the rules.In this episode, Ed and Andrew are joined by Mark Harris (Managing Director of NZ Sotheby’s International Realty) to unpack what this really means.You’ll learn:Who can now legally buy property in NZ under the new rulesThe types of homes that overseas buyers are targetingWhy this is unlikely to affect first-home buyersThis episode delves into the policy's fine print, separating hype from reality and asking whether everyday investors should even care.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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