OpinionInside Money: Kick stop surprises......and why Labour is swinging at wrong political football, writes David Chaplin.13 Jul 10:35 PM
OpinionAlex Malley: Key goes in to bat for imputation creditsThe Government's submission to the "Re:think" tax white paper process under way in Australia highlights the lack of mutual recognition of imputation credits as the most significant barrier....13 Jul 05:00 PM
Personal Finance'You like Chinese buyers when you're selling your house'Chinese newspaper accuses Labour of racism over property market data.13 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionHelen TwoseKiwiSaver: Forgot to pay KiwiSaver? Talk to the IRDWhat happens when an employer unintentionally misses making KiwiSaver deductions or employer contributions?11 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: KiwiSaver - the bits that make us grumpyRejection of hardship withdrawal applications and problems with first-home buying generate many complaints to watchdogs, writes Diana Clement.10 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: No magic bullet for beating marketOne reader thinks he's cracked it through by topping up monthly KiwiSaver losses and at lower prices.10 Jul 05:00 PM
KiwiSaverThe effect of China on your KiwiSaverShare markets around the world have been buffeted of late by the Greek debt crisis and fears of a slow-down in China.09 Jul 11:54 PM
TaxExecutive Success: The business of recoveryTax specialist Iain Craig found a surprise upside to a cancer scare, even in his work.09 Jul 05:30 PM
BDBDTaxCruise travellers in sights of levyCruise ship travellers look likely to be charged a higher rate - possibly nearly $3 per person more - than others under a new levy imposed from January on all travellers arriving and leaving New Zealand.09 Jul 05:30 PM
Interest ratesRate swapping 'one way' court toldInterest rate swaps sold to a North Island motel operator were unsuitable for it and "one-way traffic for the benefit" of Westpac, says a witness in a $3 million lawsuit.09 Jul 05:00 PM
Personal FinanceSeven wealth secrets of the super-richA respected economist has analysed a few secrets of the world's richest billionaires.09 Jul 01:30 AM
Personal Finance'They just egg each other on' - inside the auction bearpitBuyer bids late to bag $810,000 Glen Innes home - but an expert says the strategy rarely works.08 Jul 05:41 PM
EditorialEditorial: Hanover deal leaves too much in darkClaims that Hanover's directors and promoters misled investors in prospectuses and advertising between December 2007 and July 2008 will not now be tested in court.08 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionConflicted advice from advisers... and a chief executivePersonal finance and investing columnist Brent Sheather on the retail financial advisory sector not delivering on its promises.07 Jul 10:00 PM
Personal Finance8 tips to beat rival biddersAfraid of stuffing up at that all-important auction for a house? Here's how to win.07 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionInside Money: Terminator or teller - the future of financial servicesMachines are taking over most aspects of finance with the pace of change only likely to accelerate.06 Jul 09:30 PM
InvestmentShoebox apartment slips through planning loopholeUnder current rules there are no specific size requirements for non-permanent accommodation - including 9sqm apartments.06 Jul 02:46 AM
OpinionCraig Elliffe: Bright-line test for house sales lacks lustreCraig Elliffe writes: The officials' paper indicates an exemption will apply when you inherit a property from a deceased estate or have transferred as part of the property settlement.05 Jul 09:22 PM
Investment$104k for carpark-sized padIt's 7.9sq m inside, has no kitchen, sink or toilet and fits little more than a single bed - but a buyer has just paid $104,000 for the shoebox living space.05 Jul 05:00 PM
Personal FinanceFinancial skills poor, says expertMost people are good at looking after their money on a day to day basis but make poorer decisions when it comes to future planning and choosing financial products, an expert says.05 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionHelen TwoseKiwiSaver: What if a non-refundable deposit goes west?A reader asks: Shouldn't a solicitor have funds for reimbursing a KiwiSaver fund if a contract is cancelled after a non-refundable deposit has been paid?04 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionBernard HickeyBernard Hickey: Rash spending a costly riskWhat should be done with KiwiSaver pots once they're free to be dipped into at 65? This issue is rapidly creeping up on KiwiSavers and the Govt, writes Bernard Hickey.04 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: A gift horse's mouth worth scrutinyWomen's gifting circles and promises of rich returns are raising concerns for some people about their legality, writes Mary Holm.03 Jul 05:00 PM
Personal FinanceCarmel Fisher: Junior markets not borne out hypeAs an investor I cut my teeth on small, under-researched listed companies where I hoped to have a competitive advantage.02 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionInside Money: Apteryx the administrator, or robot in disguisePersonal finance columnist David Chaplin on the NZX purchasing the investment administration business known as Apteryx.01 Jul 09:30 PM
OpinionMark Lister: Greece plays chicken with creditorsThe Greek Government is playing a dangerous game of chicken with the European creditors they owe a lot of money to.30 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionMark Lister: Greece - where to from here?Mark Lister on the Greece financial crisis and putting it all in perspective.30 Jun 02:30 AM
Personal FinanceSavers squeezed againSavers are being urged to lock in term deposit rates before they fall further with rates expected to be cut again this year.29 Jun 11:50 PM
OpinionInsurance cold calls tipped for NZCold calling for new insurance customers - or just churning? David Chaplin investigates. Cold-calling is a legitimate, if irritating, sales technique. And insurance, as everyone knows, is sold, not bought.29 Jun 09:30 PM
Personal FinanceFirst home dream now $616kEntry-level housing is now considered affordable in every region except Auckland, where the price has jumped by 38.2 per cent in the past two years.29 Jun 01:24 AM
OpinionTom HartmannGet Sorted: Total retail touchscreensShopping on a tablet? You may feel like your finds are already yours – even before you buy them.28 Jun 09:49 PM
OpinionHelen TwoseKiwiSaver: When is a plot of land considered a first home?Under KiwiSaver legislation, owning land is treated the same as owning a house — you are considered to have purchased an Estate in Land.27 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmAdvantages to buying your own homeMary Holm says Auckland house prices and shares may look a bit bubbly, but it’s better to focus on what you want and go for it.26 Jun 05:00 PM
