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Taxman cometh: IRD hunts $80m in missing property taxes

Up to a quarter of transactions where brightline rule should apply may be non-compliant.

Unlocking KiwiSaver: Why 500,000 Kiwis will now be able to join

A handful of law changes which take effect on July 1.

Do we still need a life policy when we're 64?

COMMENT: Life cover peace of mind when younger but age can shift values.

Editorial: Diligence needed over KiwiSaver 'sin stocks'

We say: Our apparent diffidence and double standards with dubious stocks is exposed.

How to save a house deposit on an average income

The house deposit is arguably the hardest part about becoming a home owner.

More than $4 billion of KiwiSaver money invested in weapons, sin stocks

Gambling, guns and fossil fuel - find out where your KiwiSaver money is being invested.

Lotto winner forced to split $43m with ex

They were long separated but he was still ordered to hand over half his winnings.

IRD 'morally wrong' for not paying $42m tax back, says financial adviser

When the tax department takes but does not give back.

Would you live here? Garage renos aimed at vulnerable tenants

Garage conversions add value to a house sale, but have been described as "exploitation".

Economist: Housing market to take off again next year

Westpac economists are picking that the housing market will bounce sharply next year.

KiwiBuild grilled over questionable mortgage marketing

Is KiwiBuild encouraging people to take on too much debt?

Commission double dip: Real estate agents pinged

The agents arranged two separate commissions on a single sale.

IRD says it will take action to stop KiwiSaver over-taxing

The Government was warned about the over-taxing of KiwiSaver members last year.

Why we insure our cars but not our income

Kiwis insure their cars and homes but not their income.

Massive interest in lifestyle block that comes with sports car

"The buyers we have are very keen to seal the deal so one of them can go for a drive."

Is Wellington's insurance market broken?

Insurance body says Wellington market is cheaper than other quake-risk cities overseas.