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WATCH: How The Curve's Sophie Hallwright Bought 2 Properties in 12 Months

The Curve co-founder Sophie Hallwright reveals the exact strategy she used to buy two houses in just 12 months.

How do you go from buying your first house to building a property portfolio that generates over $200,000 in equity just 12 months later?

In this video, Sophie Hallwright (Co-founder of The Curve Platform) breaks down the "BRRRR" (Buy, Renovate, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) strategy.

From managing a 6-week renovation on a budget to choosing the right New Zealand regions using data over emotion, Sophie shares the practical blueprint she used to buy two properties in one year.

She also outlines exactly how she chose the properties she invested in, how to find value, and what to watch out for to protect yourself.

Whether you're looking to purchase your very first home or want to scale your portfolio, this video is packed with actionable insights and tips on a non-traditional way of thinking about purchasing property in New Zealand.

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Trade Me Property team

We spend our days diving into market trends, decoding data (and dreamscrolling!) helping Kiwi feel more confident, informed, and inspired on their property journey.