Andrew Nicol

Managing Partner

Opes Partners

Hi, I'm Andrew, the Managing Partner here at Opes. Ever since we started the company, I've spent my time working between our two offices and out with clients, getting them excited about investing.

In my role as Managing Partner at Opes, our team has had the privilege of helping Kiwis create wealth plans and retire comfortably through property investment. Personally, I've been instrumental in assisting hundreds clients in their journey to financial security.

I bought my first property at age 19 and built my own portfolio with what my friends describe as my signature "passion, drive, and refusal to quit." Today, I'm the proud owner of over 40 investment properties, a testament to my commitment to property investment.

I also share my insights as a writer for both NZ Property Investor Magazine and Informed Investor Magazine. My expertise is widely recognized, and I'm regularly called upon by the media to comment on property-related issues.

I don't have a lot of spare time, but I love to spend it socializing with friends and family. I'm a keen art collector – one of my most interesting pieces is a taxidermy sculpture from a Lyttelton artist who merged a Lynx cat and goat to create a mythical beast.

For even more inspiration, check out the success stories of clients we have worked with. Witness firsthand the incredible transformations ordinary Kiwis have achieved through property investment. These are the journeys that fuel my passion every single day.

Qualifications and Education:

Level 5 Certificate in Financial Services

Professional Experience:

Opes – Managing Partner: August 2013 – Present
Quantum Strategies - Director : 2010 – 2013
BNZ – Financial Advisor: 2003 – 2005

Notable Achievements:

Host the Property Academy Podcast with over 1800 episodes
Author of 'Wealth Plan' with Ed Mcknight
Managing director of Opes Partners

Are you curious about mastering property investment? Tune into The Property Academy Podcast, New Zealand's #1 business podcast. I explore market trends, offer investment strategies, and feature case studies from our satisfied clients—it's your go-to resource for all things property investment.

Thank you for being a part of our journey, and I look forward to sharing more insights with you through The Property Academy Podcast.

Recent publications

Grown ups - Two Strategies to Fund Your Retirement

6th December, 2024

Stuff - Are holiday homes a good investment?

9th November, 2024

Stuff - Buying a house? Does a new build or existing home go up in value quicker?

11th August, 2024
Stuff - Property investor owned dozens of homes before buying one for himself

27th July, 2024

Reality Check Radio - Changes to the Brightline tax

13th June, 2024

NewstalkZB - What are the changes to mortgage rules?

11th May, 2024

MPA mag - Interest deductibility changes: Why some investors will be better off than others

23rd March, 2024

One Roof - What tenants can do if their landlord hikes the rent

3rd January, 2024

One Roof - Six ways to set yourself up for a financially successful 2024

2nd January, 2024

One Roof - Do Kiwis buy more homes when National wins at the polls?

17th October, 2023

Stuff - 'I invest for the mailbox money': How to properly invest in real estate

26th August, 2023

Business Desk - Will NZ Super be around in 20 years?

11th April, 2023

Stuff - 'Fear of being poor' motivates property investor who's bought and sold 100 homes

12th March, 2023

More from Andrew

Mortgages

Private Property issue #138 - Servicing test rates vs DTIs

At what point do you have to stop worrying about high interest rates … and turn your attention to DTIs instead? Let’s find out.

Mortgages

Private Property issue #137 - The Reserve Bank cut the OCR by another 0.5%

Property Investment

Private Property issue #136 - New insurance calculator

Learn about our new insurance calculator and find out the minimum amount of life, trauma, and income protection cover you need

Property Investment

Rent-vesting – What are the pros and cons?

Rent-vesting is a strategy where you choose to rent the home you live in while investing in a property elsewhere. This is an attractive option for younger professionals who want to enter the property market without sacrificing their lifestyle or preferred location.

Property Investment

Tuakiri – Do they build good investment properties? An honest review

Thinking about buying a Tuakiri property? Here’s an honest review of who this developer is and whether a Tuakiri property could be the right investment for you.

Property Market

Private Property issue #135 - 12 property market predictions for 2025

Here are our 12 property market predictions for next year.

Property Market

Private Property issue #134 - The impact of Trump and the NZ property market

How will Donald Trump’s election win impact your money and investments?

Private Property issue #133 - What do renters want?

Just as property prices begin to rise … it’s the rental market’s turn to face challenges. So, investors need to ask themselves: "What are tenants really looking for?"

Mortgages

Private Property issue #132 - Which interest rate do I choose?

Interest rates are dropping. Fast. At the last count, ANZ has slashed its 1-year rate 7 times since January. It’s a big deal. But with interest rates dropping, many investors ask me: “Andrew, how long should I fix my interest rate for?”

Private Property issue #131 - New inflation data

Find out what the new inflation data means for interest rates and the New Zealand property market.

What's it like working with Andrew?

5/5 stars
They have fantastic knowledge, good relationships, and are very accessible and easy to work with.
My wife and I recently purchased for a second time with Opes Partners.
Their service is very good.
They have fantastic knowledge, good relationships, and are very accessible and easy to work with.
Definitely will continue to work with the team and recommend for others looking to build their portfolio.
The full team is really good. Special mention to Andrew Nicol & Sammy who managed to find us something absolutely perfect.
Sam A15/6/2024
5/5 stars
This team provides excellent, honest advice and shares a wealth of knowledge with a straightforward, easy-to-understand approach. Their communication is top notch too.
We are hugely impressed with every team member we've encountered at Opes. This team provides excellent, honest advice and shares a wealth of knowledge with a straightforward, easy-to-understand approach. Their communication is top notch too. We wish we had been referred to Andrew and his team years ago!
Lynley N.26/10/2024
5/5 stars
They communicate well, they are responsive, honest, and data driven in approach.
Good company.
Would recommend anyone looking for an investment property to start listening to their podcast (Property Academy Podcast), and to consider their services.
They communicate well, they are responsive, honest, and data driven in approach.
Andrew Nicol and his staff have gone above and beyond for us, taking calls on Sundays, taking calls late at night, and providing assistance on things which they aren’t obligated to.
Andrew is a good dude, he’ll do the right thing over what makes him money.
Special mention to Sammy - thanks so much for your hard work.
Sam A.31/10/2024