Best-rated Pet Insurance - July 17th Pet Insurance: Does Your Indoor Cat Need It? What is the lifespan of an indoor cat? Compared to outdoor cats, indoor cats are more likely to live longer – up to 20 years! This is because indoor cats are protected from the dangers present …
Home & Contents Insurance - July 12th When do You Pay Excess on Home Insurance? In the context of insurance, 'excess' is a predetermined amount that you, as the policyholder, agree to contribute towards the costs of your claim. It's a form of self-insurance, with you bearing a small portion …
Health Insurance - July 10th Health Insurance For Kids: How it Works in NZ Canstar's latest research reveals 59% of adult Kiwis buy health insurance as it offers them peace of mind, knowing they will be able to get immediate care when required. But have you considered the value …
Banking & Insurance - July 10th Dosh for Teens Have you signed up for Dosh yet? Dosh is New Zealand's first digital wallet. It enables instant payments in shops and restaurants, and money transfers between friends and family, through its clever app, making them …
Best-rated Pet Insurance - July 3rd What to Know Before You Adopt a Dog Which dog is best for you? The first step in adopting a dog in New Zealand is to decide what type of dog will best suit you before you hit the shelters. Consider factors such as size, …
Banking & Insurance - June 19th Squirrel: Which Way Mortgage Rates? Now that inflation appears under control, what are mortgage rates likely to do? Squirrel mortgage expert John Bolton shares his views. Inflation under control For a while, there were some clear signs that we were starting to …
Banking & Insurance - June 16th What Does Building Insurance Cover? What kind of insurance do you need for your home? If you are a homeowner or you own an investment property, building insurance is one of the types of cover you need to consider. Building insurance …
First Home Buyers - June 12th What is an Interest Only Home Loan? Interest only home loans are not your typical mortgage, and are by no means the best choice for many home buyers. Canstar investigates interest only loans and their pros and cons. What is an interest only …
Finance News - June 7th Squirrel: RBNZ indicates we’re at peak OCR Squirrel's John Bolton explains why recent changes to the OCR aren't necessarily a bad thing and what it means for the future… Kiwis have been divided on possible OCR changes Anyone who’s listened to Squirrel’s new podcast …
