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Whether you already have life insurance in place, or you’re looking at your options for the first time, there might be things that you don’t know about life cover.  Here are some things to consider, to help you structure your cover in a way that’s most appropriate for you, now and in the future.  You …

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According to REINZ’s latest data, December was a “solid close to a strong year” for the New Zealand property market. But real estate agents across the country are also seeing signs of a gradual slowdown. Read on to learn more about what’s happening in this space.  December rounding off a strong year Year-on-year price growth …

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Are you thinking about your financial goals for the year ahead?  As one year moves into another, it’s a great time to take stock of where you’re at, and where you’d like to be in another year’s time. Now, if you have insurance in place, you already know that’s a key part of your financial …

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Summer is finally here, which means it’s time to chuck something on the barbecue and make the most of the lovely long evenings. In our travels, we found this lovely bit of humour about “barbecue personalities”. Here’s our Kiwi take – which one are you? The TV contestant This barbecue host won’t just offer you …

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What happened in the world of mortgages   2021 was a big year for the property market. While commentators had predicted that Covid-19 would cause a big correction in house prices, values steamed ahead and in the latter half of the year the national median price was up more than 30 per cent on 2020. But …

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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 …

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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 …

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