Planning your finances for economic change
In changing times, it's important to take care of ourselves in the best way possible. That includes your finances.
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COVID19: What financial assistance might you be eligible for?
The government has announced a number of financial assistance initiatives that may be of help to those experiencing hardship as a result of COVID19
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Welcome to Credit Score Bootcamp
Everything you wanted to know about credit scores but were too afraid to ask.
Managing your money in your 30s & 40s
How to manage your money when life takes off
Reviving a family treasure
“There is such wairua here in Mihaka Place.”
How extending your mortgage can hurt
Not all low interest rates are created equal.
Rehabilitating your credit file
In this session of Credit Score Bootcamp, we look at why your credit file is important and what to do...
Recent Posts
Don’t let Christmas derail your budget
Avoid a Christmas splurge with our five festive financial fixes.
How to recognise signs of financial stress in friends and...
Financial worries can often be the worries people find hardest to share.
How do we spell "spring"? D.I.Y
When the sun comes out, so do the home reno plans. Here's some quick tips for staying on budget.
Do you know your rights as a consumer?
Find out what you can do if you've saved or borrowed money to buy something new and it breaks down...
How to talk to your teenagers about money
A few simple lessons can set your teens on the road to a lifetime of good financial habits
Feline finances: the true cost of cat ownership
Thinking about getting a cat? Plan ahead for the costs with our handy cat-owners' guide.
Learning to love your budget
Does the "b" word make you shudder? Try seeing your budget as an opportunity rather than a burden.
Is social media blowing your budget?
Social media dangles a lot of temptation in front of us all which can easily derail even the best financial plans.
How should you pay for your new car?
What's the best option for you when it comes to paying for a new car?
Are you caring for an elderly relative?
If you’re caring for an elderly relative, it can be useful to know what financial, practical and emotional support is...
How to talk to your kids about money
When should you talk to your kids about money? How do you start? What do they need to know? The...
Facing life's challenges
Nicola and her family and have had more than their share of challenges to face in the past few years.