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Keeping up your KiwiSaver contributions a 'no-brainer'
Even in a recession, KiwiSaver is chock-full of sweeteners.
Should you stop paying into KiwiSaver while the economy's tanking?
The falling market has given many KiwiSavers the jitters.
The steps to prep for a recession if you don't have any savings
New Zealanders are some of the worst in the world at saving. But there are still options.
How to prepare for a recession if you don't have any savings
If you haven't saved for a rainy day, you can still future-proof your finances.
Finance company mortgage borrowers fear losing their homes
Finance company industry says it is working on a plan with Government.
$9m Waiheke sale sets national record but owner gets shock
"I still haven't slept in it - but a tramp has," Barry Colman said of his new property.
What to do if you've gone from a two income household to one
It's a different kind of difficult, as there's less Govt help if your partner is earning.
Eric Watson moves into $10m Kensington townhouse
Embattled businessman moves into $10m Kensington townhouse.
Your KiwiSaver is down: Here's why it can be a good thing
KiwiSaver looks like a bloodbath, but you could turn this to your favour.
The pros and cons of taking a mortgage holiday
A mortgage holiday isn't your only option, it's just the most extreme one.
Property firm says sorry for clumsy advice to landlords
It suggested offering struggling tenants grocery vouchers instead of rent holidays.
How to stay calm when your money is falling apart
Recession looks likely, but keeping calm means you're more likely to make smart choices
Guide to financial help for surviving Covid-19
With new announcements every day, here's the guide to what's happening and what's not.
Property pressure: Many large firms refusing to pay rent through crisis
The Government does need to step in, Property Council's Leonie Freeman says
Diana Clement: Income fears - finding work in a Covid 19 world
There is work out there in healthcare, cleaning, and food production and distribution.
Continuous Disclosure: Calm before the capital raising storm?
Investors are preparing for companies to raise equity to shore up balance sheets.
How rich and famous live in the lockdown - enjoying homes usually only seen in the dark
"Stay home, save lives" - Harry Hart
Workers on Avatar film accuse landlord of coronavirus profiteering
Three film crew from Avatar's cancelled film set say landlord unfairly pocketed $20,000.
Call for regulators to loosen KiwiSaver hardship process
Providers say KiwiSaver hardship rules will need to be relaxed to allow claims.
Coronavirus rents: Thousands of Kiwi businesses might not have to pay
Businesses and commercial property owners need to check their leases to see who pays.
Why KiwiSaver could be lulling you into a false sense of security
Just signing up and paying into it isn't enough.
Six-month mortgage holiday will increase loans, but people will keep their homes
Meanwhile most bank branches will be closed from tomorrow.
Landlords, agents back rent freeze for 1.5m tenants
Landlords have been advised to talk to their banks early.
Coronavirus: Emergency help for 1.5m tenants
Emergency tenancy measures "during this difficult time".
Warning for employers over redundancies
It's not as simple as telling an employee they no longer have a job.
First case citing coronavirus before Tenancy Tribunal, lawyer expects big changes
Landlord unable to return from China: coronavirus travel restrictions
How coronavirus will hit the real estate industry
Potential long- and short-term scenarios revealed.
Diana Clement: Coronavirus - take care of you and your finances
COMMENT: Keep on top of your bills and ask for help if necessary.
Where to put your money amid the coronavirus chaos
Share markets are falling and deposit rates at the bank are under pressure.
ANZ offers NZ's lowest ever home loan rate from a major bank
Bank drops one-year fixed home loan rate to 3.05 per cent.
Cooking the Books podcast: What to be wary of when buying a house off the plans
Some contract clauses can even mean you lose your dream home altogether.
New rules for auctions, open homes amid coronavirus fears
There are concerns about whether the measures go far enough.