Money hacks

Time to read: 5-6 minutes

Saving is less about putting aside large chunks of money and more about attitude.

Time to read: 4-5 minutes

Groceries are a must have. If you find yourself grimacing when you see the total, then check out these six hacks on slashing the spend.

Time to read: 4-5 minutes

Saving – go too hard and you could be setting yourself up for failure. The key is a realistic plan that lets you have a life. Here’s how to find that balance.

Time to read: 3-4 minute 

Compound interest is interesting – truly! So what is it and how can you make the most of it?

Time to read: 2 minutes

Savings tips inspired by the good old days of cash. 

Time to read: 2 minutes

Superpower your savings as a couple and watch your bank balance grow. 

Time to read: 4-5 minutes

A new school year, a new stationery list, or uniform… or shoes. Cha-ching! To take the sting out, try these cost savers on for size. 

Time to read: 4-5  minutes

With the Yuletide nigh, the temptation to panic shop is real. Before you do, have a read. 

Time to read: 3-4 minute 

With a few simple change outs for winter, you could boost your bank balance – and have fun doing it.

Time to read: 5-6 minute 

Catching up with friends needn’t be a budget breaker. Not if you adopt cheap and cheerful tricks like the ones we’ve listed here.

Time to read: 3-4 minutes

A little housekeeping could help you clean-up on the savings front when it comes to those subscriptions you hardly use – or have forgotten about entirely. You know the ones… or do you?

Time to read: 3-4 minutes

We knew if we put resolution in the headline you might not read on. So, let’s call it a plan – a plan to leave you financially stronger at the end of the year. Let’s go.

Time to read: 4-5 minutes

Life throws financial curve balls. If one comes your way, take a deep breath, then create a plan to navigate your way through. Here’s some pointers, should the unexpected happen.

Time to read: 5-6 minute 

In this article we’ll look at strategies you could use to manage a home loan in both good times, and not so good times.

Time to read: 3-4 minutes

Kiwis are being asked to provide more detail about their spending habits when they apply for a home loan. So, what’s changed and why?   

Time to read: 3-4 minutes

Interest rates have been rising steadily. So, how might this impact your home loan and what steps could you take?

Time to read: 2 minutes

Getting comfortable with investing comes down to know-how.

Time to read: 2 minutes

Work out what you need to save for life’s milestones.   

Time to read: 4-5 minutes

Life’s unpredictable. Protect the things you hold dear and keep living the life you want should the unfortunate happen. Choose the insurance that works for you and your budget at every stage of life. 

Time to read: 3-4 minutes

Tertiary life. Along with study comes the challenge of juggling your finances. So, buckle in for a quick tutorial. 

Time to read: 4-5 minutes

Congratulations – you’re expecting! Before the inevitable sleep deprivation kicks in, invest in your whānau’s future with a little financial planning.

Time to read: 3-4 minute 

It’s an age-old dilemma. Is it better to buy your new house before you sell your current one, or the other way around? That depends on a few key factors. 

Time to read: 5-6 minute 

Saving a deposit can feel impossible for first-time buyers, but a little help from family could make all the difference.

Time to read: 3-4 minutes

Thinking about your finances can feel hard enough, let alone discussing them with your friends and family. These conversation starters could help. 

Time to read: 4-5 minutes

A few lessons from three couples on how they found their own unique way to manage their money as a team.

Time to read: 3-4 minutes

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