About this episode
Property investors get called everything from “parasites” to “rent thieves.” But what do landlords actually contribute to New Zealand’s economy?In this episode, Ed and Andrew interview Matt Ball from the NZ Property Investors Federation about new research that quantifies the real economic impact of property investors across the country. You’ll learn:How much do property investors really contribute to the NZ economy How landlord spending on maintenance and new builds supports more than 126k jobs across the countryWhy property investment creates a “ripple effect” that touches almost every industryWhether you love property investors or hate them, this episode digs into the real data behind their economic impact ... and it challenges the common idea that landlords simply collect rent without contributing anything.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok