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How can you stay on top of your finances? According to research by the Commission for Financial Capability, there are some mistakes that Kiwis commonly make with their money. Here are some behaviours you can build, to avoid those mishaps and support you on your financial journey. Lack of planning Remember – not having a plan in …

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Thinking of taking out a personal loan, or perhaps a mortgage? Then it’s a good idea to stay on top of your credit score. If you haven’t checked your credit score in a while, or would like to give it a healthy boost, here are some things to consider. Why is your credit score so …

Credit health in shape? Time to check? Read More »

Settled into your dream home? Congratulations! Owning a home is one of life’s milestones, a commitment that will be with you for the long haul, and importantly, a key ingredient of your financial life. And that’s why it’s essential to stay on top of it as you go. So, if it’s been a while since …

Mortgage check: Are you on top of things? Read More »

Once again, New Zealanders are pulling together to stamp out Covid-19. In times like these, it’s more important than ever to take care of each other and ourselves. The message is akin to one you may have heard before, flying to your destination: “Put your mask on first, before assisting others.” It’s key to take …

Your six-step self-care toolkit Read More »

Ever felt you start cringing when friends bring up money around the dinner table? Do you tend to keep money worries to yourself, rather than discuss them with your loved ones (let alone seek professional advice)? You’re not the only one. Research, locally and internationally, has found that large numbers of people find it hard to …

Time to break the ‘money taboo’? Read More »

The streak of record-breaking months in the New Zealand property market has continued in April 2021. While house prices and sales volumes saw an all-time high for the month of April, inventory levels for an April month were at their lowest ever. So, what’s next for the housing market? Read on for our latest property …

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If you’re in the market for a first house, your next house, or an investment property, you’re probably wondering: Is now a good time to buy? No one can say for sure what property prices will do over the next month, year or decade. It’s only in hindsight that we can pick the opportunities that …

When is the right time to buy a house? Read More »

It’s hard to believe this ‘unprecedented’ year is finally drawing to a close. Now it is time to pause, reflect and take a break – perhaps, while enjoying a bit of sunshine on the beach. In celebration of the festive season, we have prepared a little surprise for you – our own special eMagazine, just …

Season’s greetings to you and your family! Read More »

Spring has sprung, and typically, this is the time of year when more houses are put up for sale. But 2020 has been anything but ‘typical’ so far, and the New Zealand property market continues to catch experts and economists off-guard… Here’s a summary of the latest updates on prices, sales volumes and interest rates. …

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New Zealand’s property market continues to hold up despite all the uncertainty, surpassing expectations, and prompting economists to revise their forecasts once again. While a downturn is still expected, most experts agree that the drop shouldn’t be ‘massive’… Some relevant factors to watch According to independent economist Tony Alexander, there are several contrasting forces driving …

Property market surpasses expectations – but will it last? Read More »