COMMENT: There's a reason great ads with exaggerated promises never feature in the financial services industry.

COMMENT: I went to Ireland recently to showcase KiwiSaver as that country grapples with out-of-date retirement incomes policies.

COMMENT: When Robyn Pearce's teenage grandson moved in two years ago, he got the financial shock of his life.

KiwiSaver membership and funds are growing at the slowest rate since the scheme began in 2007, but commentators say this simply reflects its maturing.

COMMENT: If KiwiSaver downed an energy drink, here's how much higher it could jump: $462,000.

COMMENT: Nearly 11,000 people successfully applied to withdraw money from their KiwiSaver in the year to June.

COMMENT: Jumps in life expectancy make planning for our futures a moveable feast.

COMMENT: Total remuneration means all the employment benefits are reflected in the salary or wages.

Seeing fees put into a dollar figure is the second biggest priority for savers behind returns, research shows.

Well-known financial adviser Martin Hawes is backing Forsyth Barr's re-branded KiwiSaver scheme.

COMMENT: Here's why who you're with influences how much you get ahead.

Most providers don't give KiwiSavers a full dollar figure for fees in member statements.

COMMENT: Anyone who has been a KiwiSaver member for at least three years and hasn't previously owned a home may be able to withdraw their savings.

The country's newest KiwiSaver provider says thousands of people have already registered to sign up with it - exceeding its 12 month

Exclusive: At least $109 million of investments in controversial weapon and tobacco companies have been dumped by KiwiSaver providers.

COMMENT: Isn't it a bit early for this? That's precisely the point.

COMMENT: Applicants are expected to provide physical evidence of their financial hardship.

COMMENT: Exclusion and engagement two ways to ensure holdings reflect values.

COMMENT: IRD says if an employee thinks deductions or contributions haven't been made they need to contact it within 12 months of starting a new job.

COMMENT: Fees focus misses point, and legality of exposure to arms is very complex.

More than $300m in Government payouts went begging last year.

Amnesty International has laid a complaint with police over KiwiSaver providers making potentially illegal investments in weapons.

COMMENT: Next week sees the return of Money Week, which runs 5-11 September. How well can you see your future?

HomeStart grant is aimed at helping people on modest incomes to buy modest homes, so its application form takes a good hard look at your finances.

COMMENT: KiwiSaver may be the best option if you need help in resisting temptation.

The Commerce Minister says the controversial investments by KiwiSaver funds are a matter for police.

COMMENT: When getting advice on money matters, it's often clarity of being able to see our future that brings peace of mind.

INTERACTIVE: Find out how much your KiwiSaver has invested in cluster bombs, landmines and tobacco.

COMMENT: Unlike in Australia, where superannuation saving is compulsory, joining KiwiSaver is your choice.