My analysis of where all the financial advisors are - where do you actually go to find independence?

Which companies have been the best performers on the NZX this year? With graphic.

I generally have a good understanding of KiwiSaver, in that withdrawing money has to be for your first home and your principal place of residence.

I'd appreciate some quick advice about what to do with a $4500 "windfall".

Somewhat reluctantly, the NZS has published a fund performance estimate for the financial year ahead.

Adding KiwiSaver to private superannuation scheme brings extra fees but can lead to a better retirement.

Financial advisers in New Zealand live by a code. And the first rule of the code, is to know the code.

For those who previously bought a house, qualification to withdraw savings is decided by Housing New Zealand.

Q: On retiring from farming at 70, I was tempted to invest in houses and live off the rental income. Property had always been a good investment so far.

The board and investors in NZX-listed Goodman Property Trust struck an upbeat note at yesterday's annual meeting in Auckland.

My partner and I have been living in Australia since the start of the year because we can save more here than we could ever in New Zealand for a house.

The Government seems anxious to discourage people from owning overseas shares. The rules for people holding more than $50,000 of shares overseas, which is a trifling amount, are complex beyond belief.

A 42-year-old foreign exchange trader has pleaded guilty to stealing from investors that included his family and friends.

New Zealanders who have money saved in Australian superannuation schemes should think carefully before choosing to bring their money home, says a financial adviser.