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A Travel Insurance checklist

Going on holiday? Booking your Travel Insurance is always a good idea – but first, take the time to consider what you actually need cover for with this handy checklist. Depending on your needs, you may realise that the cheapest deal is not necessarily the best fit for you. The right destination It may sound obvious, but have …

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Know your KiwiSaver fees

Do you know how much you’re paying in KiwiSaver fees? When you’re investing to earn solid returns and save for retirement, every dollar counts. Here are some key things to consider if you want to minimise your KiwiSaver fees and get the best returns possible. Why fees are so important All KiwiSaver providers will charge …

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First-home buyer? Looking for creative paths to home-ownership?

The Kiwi dream of owning a house is not over – it’s simply taking a new direction. According to BNZ Financial Futures Research, a growing number of first-home buyers are thinking laterally, and are planning to enter the housing market through property investment. BNZ asked aspirational first-home buyers what they were prepared to do to …

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What you need to know about pre-existing medical conditions

Do you have a medical condition, and don’t know how it might affect your future insurance options? If you take out life, health or travel insurance today, will your pre-existing medical conditions be covered? It may come as a surprise to some, but past and current medical conditions aren’t always ‘uncoverable’, nor do they necessarily result in higher …

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Insurance: get the fit for your needs

Get the fit for your needs

A certain ‘she’ll be right’ attitude to life is inherent in our Kiwi culture, which we love. But while that’s great for the good times, it’s important to have a solid game plan for the not so good times that is tailored to your needs. When it comes to looking for insurance or reviewing your …

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