Is the Kiwi Dream of Home Ownership Over? How to Build Wealth in NZ

Is the Kiwi Dream of Home Ownership Over? How to Build Wealth in NZ

May 8, 2026 · 11 min · Episode 328

About this episode

The episode discusses whether home ownership is still the best way to build wealth in New Zealand and features a debate with property investor Simon McDonald.

Is buying a home still the best way to build wealth in NZ, or has the "Kiwi Dream" become a financial liability? In this video, we move beyond the theory of property versus shares to look at what actually works for real people in today's market. We are joined by property investor and MHQ expert Simon McDonald to debate whether the traditional ladder to success is still the smartest path for your money. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/house-buying/is-the-kiwi-dream-of-home-ownership-over-how-to-build-wealth-in-nz/

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Host: MHQ

Guest: Simon McDonald

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