Health Insurance - August 4th Paying Big Dental Bills: What Are My Options? Dental treatments don’t come cheap. The average cost for a filling in New Zealand is between $150-$320. A root canal costs $740-$1160, and a tooth removal around $230. And braces? You’re looking at anywhere from …
Banking Satisfaction - August 3rd The Co-operative Bank: No.1 for Personal Loans Sometimes in life, we all need a little extra cash, whether it's for a new car, a much needed holiday or to just consolidate other debts. And, thankfully, there is an easier way to go …
Personal Loans - June 23rd I Can’t Pay My Personal Loan Repayments: What Can I Do? There’s no doubt plenty of Kiwis are feeling the financial repercussions of coronavirus. Fewer than half of New Zealanders are confident in their own financial stability amid the COVID-19 crisis, according to new research. A …
Home Loans - June 17th How to Finance a Renovation in New Zealand: 5 Options Co-author: Nicole Barratt Kiwis love to renovate, and it’s not hard to see the motivation behind it. A good renovation can transform a home and create substantial profits. Plan and spend your dollars wisely and you’ll …
Car Insurance - May 28th Six-step Checklist for Buying a Second-hand Car You’ve found your perfect set of wheels, the price is within your budget, and the keys are ready to be handed over. But do you know what you need to do prior to driving it …
Personal Loans - May 7th Budgeting for Home Maintenance: Costs To Keep in Mind When you're a homeowner, outgoings don’t end at mortgage payments and utility bills. It pays to factor in the cost of the general maintenance issues that can pop up, so you don’t get caught out …
Credit Cards - April 28th How to Deal with Being Made Redundant Whether you see it coming, or it's a complete surprise, getting made redundant is a real kick in the teeth. Not only does it impact self-confidence, it can take a huge toll on personal finances. Thankfully, …
Personal Loans - April 9th Applying for a Joint Personal Loan? What to Consider Some people prefer to take out a joint personal loan rather than as individuals, but there are benefits and risks you need to be aware of when doing so. This is a brief guide on …
Personal Loans - April 8th Should I Get a Car Loan or a Personal Loan? How to Decide Although car loans are actually a type of personal loan, there are some minor differences between the two products. When it comes to buying a car, whether you choose to apply for a car loan …
Credit Cards - April 6th What Debts to Pay Off First: How to Prioritise Your Loan Repayments Debt can be a helpful tool. It can be used as leverage to fund future prosperity, for example, borrowing to buy a property, study or start a business. But plenty of people use borrowing as …
