“Buy The Worst House On The Best Street” – Is That Good Advice?⎥Ep. 2294
“Buy the worst house on the best street” – classic Kiwi advice … but is it actually good in 2025?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew delve into the data behind this old property mantra, revealing when it works brilliantly and when it can turn into a costly mistake.
You’ll learn:
- Whether the “worst house, best street” strategy still stacks up today
- What the numbers say about capital growth in top suburbs vs cheaper areas
- When this strategy works, and when it’s a bad idea for long-term investors
This episode highlights situations where buying a fixer-upper makes sense … and why many investors are better off choosing properties with stronger yields and fewer maintenance headaches.
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