Budgeting & Saving Money - October 1st How Much of My Income Should Go Towards Rent? Housing is a significant cost in New Zealand. Not only for those chipping away on a mortgage amidst rising interest rates. But also for the roughly one-third of Kiwis living in rentals. In fact, the …
Home Loans - October 1st Does New Zealand Have a Capital Gains Tax? What You Need to Know Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last several years, or perhaps, just living abroad, you will have heard all about capital gains tax (CGT). It’s a contentious topic that has divided the …
KiwiSaver Funds - September 29th How to Pick Your KiwiSaver Fund It has been a mixed year for KiwiSaver. The latest report by the Financial Markets Authority shows that the average Kiwisaver balance has risen 4.3%, while investment returns were down $1.9 billion. So, knowing how …
Home Loans - September 28th Rentvesting: How it Works and the Pros and Cons Many Kiwis see property as a desirable asset to hold because property values continue to grow over the long term and, importantly for people who are investors, the rent can form part of their passive …
Pet Insurance - September 27th How to Speak Dog: A Simple Guide Do dogs really understand what you're saying? If you’ve been stuck at home with a bored dog, or have heard them forewarn of the arrival of a courier, you'll know that they can make a LOT …
Rewards Credit Cards - September 27th How to Access Air New Zealand Airport Lounges What are airport lounges? Airport lounges are exclusive airport facilities designed to provide a comfortable and relaxing environment for travellers while they wait for their flights. Airport lounges typically offer a range of amenities and services …
Credit Cards - September 25th Should you Get a Credit Card? If you’re thinking about applying for a credit card, or any other type of credit, it’s important to weigh the potential advantages against the risks. What are the benefits of a credit card? 1. You can take …
Pet Insurance - September 22nd The Real Cost of a New Pet Pet purchase prices: buying and adopting The cost of buying or adopting a pet can vary greatly. Adoption from a shelter is likely to be under the $200 mark while purchasing a pet can go from …
Credit Cards - September 20th What to Do if You Lose Your Credit Card Overseas If you lose your credit card overseas, there are three main things you should do: Stay calm It's easy to panic if you misplace your card. However, try to remain calm and focused. Losing your credit or …
Banking & Insurance - September 13th Ten Common Household Emergencies Ten common home emergencies Power blackout or failure Blocked toilet, pipe or drain Broken or burst hot water system Damaged roof, gutter or downpipe Being locked out of home; Broken heating or air-conditioning system Broken …
