Markets can change quickly. Interest rates are going up, bank criteria are getting tougher, KiwiSaver balances are dropping and more properties are coming on the market every day. All these factors influence what buyers are prepared to pay for your home. As a seller, it's important to keep reflecting on what price you are expecting to understand if it's still in line with current market conditions. Links:Book a one-on-one consultationAgent Monday - content and coaching for property...

In this episode, Claire Tyler, partner at Wellington law firm Rainey Collins, answers common questions regarding the legal side of buying and selling real estate.

In this guide, we'll take you through important aspects of your property to check on a regular basis. Our goal is to help you stay on top of your maintenance and keep your property in tip-top shape. In turn, this will help you maximise your returns.

It's time for a little de-cluttering. This podcast is going to be focused on property education moving forward. The Good You Can Do is growing up and will now get its own room (channel). Please join us by searching for it by name in your favourite podcast app! Plus, make sure you listen to the end to hear the hidden bonus episode.

In this episode, I interview a personal hero of mine - Dr Mike Joy. A climate champion and environmental scientist who is a leading voice in the race to reverse global warming. Mike shares why we should all be passionate about the climate crisis. In his words - we need to start acting like we are on a life raft! Follow Dr Mike Joy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrMikeJoy Read his articles on 'The Conversation': https://theconversation.com/profiles/michael-mike-joy-615517/articles

In NZ, around 80 - 85% of our electricity comes from renewable sources, although sometimes this percentage drops badly when demand spikes. But you can vote with your wallet and choose a power company that uses 100% renewable sources. Switching might just end up saving you money, too. Visit https://powerswitch.org.nz to find out which supplier will give you the best deal. Five green power companies to look for are: Ecotricity Mercury Meridian Powershop Globug

I often get asked if it's possible to invest in property in an ethical way. In this episode, I answer that question and provide tips to help you on your journey. Topics covered include: - Why you should avoid properties that suit first home buyers - The benefits of hiring a property manager - Why you need to have an emergency stash before investing - How to build a good relationship with your tenants - Why flexibility is key if you want to be a good landlord

Inspiration to make your morning lunchbox routine that little bit easier. Includes ideas to reduce packaging, while still providing your little ones with healthy, fun food that gives them enough energy to get through the day. For links and show notes, visit: https://blog.andrewduncan.co.nz/healthy-lunchbox-ideas-for-kids/

Plant-based eating is becoming more and more popular every day as people become aware of the health, environmental and ethical benefits. Removing animal products from your diet can seem like a daunting change though. So in this episode, we talk you through our top tips for a successful transition. The first piece of advice we want to give you is that it’s easier than you think! Show notes: https://blog.andrewduncan.co.nz/tips-for-trying-a-plant-based-diet/

The book that changed my life is: 'Doing Good Better' by William Macaskill An empowering, practical guide to increasing your positive impact through your career, consumer choices, volunteering efforts, and charitable donations. In this episode, I touch on why this book means so much to me and why I recommend it to everyone I know. You can request a free copy via the amazing team at Effective Altruism NZ: https://effectivealtruism.nz/doing-good-better-book-giveaway/

Learn how small changes to the way you shop and the products you buy can significantly reduce your plastic waste. Links: http://therubbishtrip.co.nz/regional-shopping-guide/regional-zero-waste-shopping-guides/ https://thesourcebulkfoods.co.nz/ https://ohnatural.co.nz/product/good-change-bamboo-reusable-eco-wipes/ https://www.cottonsoft.co.nz/our-brands/earthsmart.html

Yes, you can! In this episode, I present a logical argument explaining why your individual actions really do make a difference in the race to reverse global warming. Links: Uninhabitable Earth - by David Wallace-Wells: https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2017/07/climate-change-earth-too-hot-for-humans.html Key takeaways from the Green Protein Report: https://blog.andrewduncan.co.nz/reviewing-the-green-protein-report/

Annah and I share our personal journey, explaining our transition to a life without meat. We talk through how we felt at the time. Documentaries that encouraged us to make the change. What the first few months looked like and why we are still living a plant-based life, 5 years later. You'll hear why we think eating meat doesn't have to be a binary decision. Why placing labels (like vegan) on your choices can be a bad idea. What misconceptions we overcame and lessons learned along the way.

An intro to the wonderful world of backyard composting. You'll learn: - How to drastically reduce your household rubbish output (by at least 50%) - Why it's really bad for the planet when food waste ends up in landfill - How easy it is to set up your own composting system - Tips to help you succeed (and get the kids involved) Links: https://blog.andrewduncan.co.nz/recycle-your-food-scraps-and-help-save-the-planet/ https://compostcollective.org.nz/ https://www.sharewaste.org.nz/

Adopting a plant-based diet is repeatedly shown to be the best individual action you can take to reduce your carbon footprint and fight climate change. In the real world though, switching your entire diet isn't easy.  if you aren’t ready to give up meat yet, there are alternative solutions. For useful links and resources, visit https://blog.andrewduncan.co.nz/eating-ideas-help-save-planet/

We share all the ins and outs of owning an electric car following our switch to a Nissan Leaf a few years ago. Links: GenLess EV buying guide: https://genless.govt.nz/assets/Individuals-Resources/EV-Buyers-Guide.pdf NZ's charging network: https://charge.net.nz/ Electric vehicle specialists: https://bluecars.nz/

In this first episode of the Good You Can Do podcast, my wife, Annah and I share tips and strategies that we use to encourage our kids to eat and enjoy vegetables at every meal. Check out the healthy chocolate cake / muffin recipe as mentioned by Annah: https://thenaturalnurturer.com/healthy-chocolate-muffins-with-veggies/ And the book 'V is for Vegan' https://www.bookdepository.com/V-Is-For-Vegan-Ruby-Roth/9781583946497

Two big announcements: 1. I helped my long-time property manager (Lynette Sletcher) set up her own company. If you own rental property in the greater Wellington region, check out https://simplyrentals.co.nz. Switching is easy and only takes a few minutes of your time. 2. The name of this podcast is changing to "The Good You Can Do". Together with my wife, Annah, we'll share tips and strategies to help you live a healthier life, reduce waste and save the planet, one day at a time. 

Interview with Bryce Taylor from Ray White, Sandringham. Bryce, and his business partner Josh Lowe use video to help their client's homes stand out online. In our chat, we cover: - How to attract extra buyers from surrounding suburbs using video. - How to combine video with social media to maximise your result. - Are videos expensive? - How to hold buyers' attention past the first few seconds. Visit their website: https://www.joshandbryce.co.nz/ https://www.facebook.com/joshbrycere/

Learn all about the benefits of adding more plants to your diet. In this wide-ranging interview with Claire Insley from the Vegan Society of Aotearoa NZ, we discuss how plant-based diets improve our health and help reverse climate change. All while reducing suffering in the world at the same time.  Check out the Vegan Society website for an extensive list of resources to help you eat less meat and more plants: https://www.vegansociety.org.nz/

Topics covered: - Auction bidding strategy - How to prep for an auction - What to watch out for - Vendor bidding - Whether to offer early  Plus a whole lot more. For a written version, visit: https://bit.ly/3qgHKE4

This is an interview with Edwin Rakanui from Biglifemindset.com. We introduce the concept of self-efficacy: What it is, why you need to know about it and most importantly, how you can improve it. For practical tips to improve your self-efficacy, visit biglifemindset.com

To celebrate reaching 1,000 podcast downloads in October, I'm giving away 6 months of free personal coaching. This includes 6 x one on one coaching sessions, along with continued access to email support (valued at $795+). I want one of you wonderful podcast listeners to benefit from this so I won't be promoting it anywhere else. To enter, all you need to do is email [email protected] with a sentence or two on how this prize would benefit you.