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Kiwi startup aims to reduce family lending woes
Lending to family members can be fraught with risks but a new business is aiming to reduce the down-side by providing a documenting
Lending to family members can be fraught with risks but a new business is aiming to reduce the down-side by providing a documenting
The gender divide in New Zealand is still dominating the employment market, according to Trade Me Job's latest data.
Most KiwiSaver members are reading annual statements but less than a quarter check to see if they are on track for the kind of retirement they want.
Looking at how the young and rich manage their money offers some lessons for people striving for more.
Some travel insurance can cover you for events that occur before the trip, but not if you leave it too late.
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What would hurt most? Losing jewellery or your smartphone?
comment: Since the beginning of July income caps have been removed for previous home owners wanting to withdraw savings to get back into housing market.
COMMENT: The Wild West is alive and well in the financial services world.
COMMENT: Am I really getting what I pay for when it comes to KiwiSaver fees?
New Zealand's financial advisers have lifted their game since a new regime came into effect six years ago.
New Zealanders have paid more than a billion dollars in fees to KiwiSaver providers since the scheme was launched in 2007.
KiwiSaver balances have been beaten down by Brexit-driven market upheaval. But hang in there, say the experts.
A group of insurance advisers appear to be 'churning' customers - meaning better commission payments for them - and worse cover for clients.
Despite what we like to think - wealth is not evenly distributed, in fact it's the worst it's been in over a decade.
A new government data set shows low interest rates have made borrowing more attractive.
It's not that Millennials simply don't believe in retirement, it's that they can't afford to.
A company which helps people to write wills is pushing to get backing for an online national registry.
Don't miss out on the extra $521 KiwiSaver contribution from the Government.
Comment: Score a sweet ride without giving away all your work's rewards
COMMENT: Housing NZ assesses applications on behalf of KiwiSaver providers to understand if the applicant is in the same financial position as a first-home buyer.
Oz accountant fails to keep fancy cars, posh house and NZ bank account.
COMMENT: Renting and saving while house prices are high may be the best option.
COMMENT: Kiwi investors are not immune to the forces of property syndicates.
A New Zealand woman has tried to pay off credit card debt with a cheque issued by a phoney UK bank.
A survey of 1000 people found 57 per cent had no idea of the fee structure on their KiwiSaver account.
OM Financial said farm insolvencies could "explode" if farm prices fell further.
COMMENT: More than ever people are planning on working well past 65 - how do we feel about that?
A couple of weeks back I asked Charlotte Lockhart from Perpetual Guardian about what happens to KiwiSaver funds when you die.
COMMENT: Children complicate things further, with child support thrown in the mix.