Whether you’re buying your first home or just buying your next house, mortgages can be a confusing topic. Since buying property is a reality for many individuals and families, it’s important to know what exactly you’re getting into. Join us as we go through what a mortgage actually is and the different varieties you can… read more
Passive income, often linked with financial security, paves the way to financial freedom. If you’re wondering how to start without a substantial bank balance, this blog introduces some viable ideas for 2023. Understanding passive income Passive income is the idea of income that requires little to no effort to receive. It involves creating or acquiring… read more
If you’ve been contemplating your first home purchase or preparing for retirement, KiwiSaver stands as a compelling investment opportunity for your future. KiwiSaver makes up a big part of the money culture in New Zealand. As of June 2023, about 3.3 million individuals were enrolled in the government scheme. But how does it work? What… read more
Budgeting often feels like something that’s difficult to get into. I’m not an accountant, so how should I know how to budget? How should I know how much I should be saving? Fortunately, with technology there are more ways to budget than ever and it’s easy to get started. If you’re looking for ways to… read more
You’ve noticed your weekly grocery bill creeping higher and higher. The prices at restaurants aren’t what they used to be. You hear about it in the news – cost of living! Cost of living! It’s no secret that the cost of living has been steadily rising. Stuff recently reported that the cost of living has increased… read more
Personal Loans vs Revolving Credit Need an extra boost to help you through the Christmas holidays? Stuck on how the heck you’re going to pay for that upcoming reno to the ‘perfect for first home buyers’ house you’ve bought? Wouldn’t mind some extra cash for the car that’s broken down just as your monthly rent is due?… read more
Credit Scores and how they affect your loan application! A low credit score may affect your chance of having your loan application approved – You may ask how does it work and why does it matter to a finance company? Read on and we will show you: What is a credit score? How does… read more
Managing your money from your 30’s to 50 Often our 30’s and 40’s is the most expensive time of our life’s and often the time when we are carrying the most debt. During this period we usually go through some significant life events like: Getting Married Buying a House Having Children Renovating your House… read more
In New Zealand, we love our cars. Whether we’re getting our first car, a better car, or a bigger car for our growing family, for many of us this often means getting a car loan. But just because thousands of Kiwis are doing it, doesn’t mean you should just plough into something before doing the… read more
It’s no secret that even the happiest of couples can turn sour with disagreements over money, especially when talking about debt. So, the best way to avoid an argument is not to talk about money, right? Wrong. Couples need to discuss their finances, including money management, savings and credit card debt, to ensure they keep… read more
