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July 31, 2024 48 mins

In this podcast episode, John and Andrew discuss various topics including development news, securing financing for developments, reducing house prices, and the New Zealand property market. They also review a book on the history of money and discuss government policies on insulation standards. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities in the property development industry.

 

Chapters 00:00

Exploring the Latest News and Updates

00:28 Recent Development News and Updates

00:49 Introduction and Vegas Trip

03:10 Fluctuating House Prices

06:49 The Impact of Interest Rates

09:16 Government Policies and Construction Costs

11:38 Investors Buying Less Off the Plans

12:36 Home Ownership Rates

13:57 Rolling Back Insulation Guidelines

15:56 The Need for Infrastructure Improvements

17:52 Regional Discussion on Insulation Standards

18:49 Challenges and Opportunities in the Real Estate Industry

19:14 Declining Hotel Revenue and Construction of a New Moxie Hotel 21:08 Halt of the Client Gore Program and Fragility of Centralized Systems 24:33 Solving the Housing Affordability Issue with New Technologies in Construction

28:53 The Benefits of Homeownership and Financial Resilience

30:19 Understanding the Process of Securing Financing

32:43 Securing Financing in Stages

34:36 Preparing for Financing: Clear Plans and Track Record

36:01 Choosing Between Banks and Private Lenders

38:25 Building Relationships with Lenders

38:48 Jason's Development

39:24 Understanding Site Constraints and Choosing Consultants

41:57 Update on the Property Development Club Course

44:03 Book Review: 'The Ascent of Money' by Niall Ferguson

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