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Check your KiwiSaver fund to boost your first-home buyer chances

Five minutes at the computer could change your money future.

The KiwiSaver mistake younger people are making that hurts first-home buying

Half of those 18-29 want KiwiSaver for their first home.

How to negotiate more money, even during a pandemic

Whether you're a contractor or an employee, you can still have a conversation about pay.

How to financially manage a career change

Sorting out your money can help you to see the opportunities among the confusion.

The NZer who paid off $94k debt in three years, by side-hustling

She's got the inside word on the best side-hustles for fellow New Zealanders.

Why Covid-19 has seen more people taking the leap into self-employment

If you've lost your job, one way to bounce back is to create your next role.

How to save thousands on your mortgage, in good times and bad

Different strategies can change your mortgage future, without paying a cent more.

Young adults are saving and investing more – here's how to do it well

Covid-19 brought a marked change in how young people manage their money.

How low interest rates change the choice between paying the mortgage or investing

Covid-19 has changed the way you weigh your options.

How to invest through turbulent times

The sharemarket is acting strangely right now, which impacts your investments.

What would it take for a universal basic income to work in NZ?

A UBI isn't the only option, it's just the most widely talked about.

The pros and cons of a Universal Basic Income

The idea is getting mainstream attention, but the devil is in the detail.

Cooking the Books: How to use furniture flipping to make extra cash

One New Zealander shares how she uses furniture flipping as a hobby she can monetise.

Property market recovering, but September will be the true test

Three key events in September will be the true test of our economic recovery.

Podcast: Property is recovering, but is it enough?

House sales are recovering faster than many expected, but are still down on last year.

Why you should prepare for your KiwiSaver to go down again

Markets look better, but the disruptions may not be over yet.

What to do with your KiwiSaver in uncertain times

At the risk of raining on your parade, the current recovery may not last.

Why 'core satellite' shares investing gives the best of both worlds

The shares investing technique for those who like to dabble on the wild side.