Credit Cards - February 12th The Difference Between Good and Bad Debt There’s a time to borrow and there’s a time to save. In many respects, it’s a truthful adage. People have always borrowed money. Governments have always borrowed money. Used wisely, debt can be a tool to …
Home & Contents Insurance - February 12th Ending A Lease: What Are Your Responsibilities as a Renter? What are the renter's responsibilities? Before moving day As a renter, you have certain responsibilities that you must meet before you move out. These include: Giving notice: give at least 28 days’ written notice to end a …
First Home Buyers - February 9th What Happens to Your Mortgage in a Divorce? What Happens to Your Mortgage in a Divorce? In this guide we cover: What happens to a home and mortgage during divorce? Buying out the other party - what's involved? What about income inequality? …
Best-rated Pet Insurance - February 9th Diabetes in Dogs and Cats: What You Need to Know What's the link between obesity and pet diabetes? A recent estimate from veterinarian supplier Animates classifies over 40% of dogs and 30% of cats in New Zealand as obese. It’s clear that pet weight gain is …
Savings Accounts - February 1st How to Save Money in NZ Best savings accounts Finding the right savings account for you can keep your hard earned money safe and even earn you more, through interest. The table below displays some of the regular saver accounts on our …
KiwiSaver Funds - January 30th Six Smart Money Moves to Make in 2024 Many people see the new year as an opportunity to make a fresh start. Fitness and finances are two areas that often feature on people’s New Year’s resolutions lists. If you want to take control …
Home & Contents Insurance - January 26th What is Subletting? What is subletting? Subletting is the practice of a tenant (the original tenant) renting out a property they are currently leasing to another individual, referred to as the subtenant. In this arrangement, the original tenant remains …
Banking & Insurance - January 25th Prenuptial Agreements: A Full Guide What is a prenuptial agreement? A prenuptial agreement, often known as a "prenup", is a legal contract entered into by a couple before they get married or enter into a civil partnership. This agreement outlines the …
Banking & Insurance - January 23rd School and Charity Donations Tax Refunds Which donations can I claim a tax refund for? In New Zealand, you can claim a tax credit for donations made to eligible charities and some schools. You can claim a tax refund for donations of …
Budgeting & Saving Money - January 11th What is F.I.R.E? What is FIRE? The F.I.R.E (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement is a community of individuals dedicated to a strategy of intense saving and investing. The goal is to achieve financial independence, enabling them to retire much …
