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Kiwisaver returns, withdrawals soar

KiwiSaver investment returns and withdrawals reached all-time highs in the past year.

Kiwis miss out on millions

More than a million people failed to take advantage of KiwiSaver subsidies in the last financial year, leaving $300 million-plus on the table.

KiwiSaver: Tax shock for UK pension transfers

The move this year to drop KiwiSaver schemes from its list of qualifying overseas pension schemes comes with a tax hit for the unwary.

KiwiSavers face UK switch tax risk

Mary Holm: Add KiwiSaver to your super mix

You may already have one savings scheme, but two can be even better.

KiwiSaver transfer could trigger tax bill

Twelve members of the Smartshares KiwiSaver scheme have been told they could face a hefty tax bill if they move schemes.

Bernard Hickey: Beware the 2029 backlash

Imagine what an election debate in 2029 might look like.

Helen Twose: Buy first house, retire immediately

I am in KiwiSaver and have decided to pump funds into it until I buy my first home at about 65.

KiwiSaver fees and returns worry Treasury

Treasury is concerned about high KiwiSaver fees and the domination of funds run by the big banks.

Don't panic say KiwiSaver providers

KiwiSaver providers urge savers not to panic after a week of turmoil in world sharemarkets.

Treasury wrong about KiwiSaver - finance lobby

Treasury evidence used to cut back on KiwiSaver benefits has been challenged by the finance industry.

KiwiSaver: Be aware, not scared

When is one Kiwi enough for KiwiSaver?

When are you Kiwi enough to qualify for KiwiSaver? Helen Twose puts that question to Nigel Jackson, Westpac's head of wealth products.

Inside Money: So long, readers

This is the final post for specialist finance blog Inside Money, writes David Chaplin.

KiwiSaver: Hardship withdrawals limited

Q: My wife and I are on a medical benefit and applied for a hardship withdrawal from my KiwiSaver. I have to wait another 13 weeks before applying again.

Responsible investment on the rise

Kiwis are pouring more money into investments which take into account environmental, social and governance factors, including their retirement savings through KiwiSaver.

Inside Money: Plus and minus signs in KiwiSaver this year

There are some obvious takeaways from the latest Inland Revenue Department (IRD) annual KiwiSaver statistics.

KiwiSaver: No bucks for your banger

The rules around KiwiSaver withdrawals are there to ensure the money chipped in by taxpayers is put to good use and ensures Kiwis benefit in retirement.