Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist on the Government changing the Overseas Investment Act

The Government has has used the launch of a new build-to-rent facility in Auckland to announce new rules for the Overseas Investment Act. More money will be directed towards build-to-rent developments - and foreign investors will have a streamlined pathway to acquire land for said developments. Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen says this move will likely add to the nation's housing supply over time. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.