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Protecting your wealth in a digital age

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7 steps to become a millionaire, even if you have nothing to begin with

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Learn how to draw down your retirement savings strategically, so your money lasts and supports your lifestyle throughout retirement.

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Everything you need to get started on your property investment journey

Explore top passive income sources in NZ, from property and dividends to managed funds, and how they can support long‑term wealth management.

Learn how to work out if you have usable equity in your NZ home, what lenders look at, and how equity can support goals like renovation or investment.

Weigh up whether making extra mortgage payments is right for you, how it can save interest, and when investing surplus cash might be smarter.

To help you learn from the mistakes of others, here's a quickfire list of the top 30 things people waste money on.

Unsure when to sell a share? Learn common sell signals, mistakes to avoid and how to tie decisions to your investment plan.

If you tick these 8 boxes, then now could be the time to become a property investor

Understand open banking in NZ, how data‑sharing works, what it means for your finances, and the opportunities and risks to be aware of.

Better weather, more pay, and probably a lower cost of living. The benefits of moving to Australia are becoming harder to ignore.

Billionaire Warren Buffett is probably the world’s most successful investor. Here are six ways you can invest just like him.

Explore investment options that may hold up better in a recession, and how Kiwis can balance risk and opportunity in tougher economic times.

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Understand how KiwiSaver is treated during divorce or separation and what happens to your savings in a relationship split.

KiwiSaver has gathered plenty of attention for its merits, but there are potential drawbacks that investors should carefully think over.

Should you refinance your mortgage to pay it off faster, tailor it to your life, or just get some breathing room?

Learn what has changed with KiwiSaver, from rules and settings to market shifts, and what it could mean for your retirement.

Dispelling common KiwiSaver misconceptions so you understand contributions, risk and fees and can make better retirement decisions.

Your complete guide to the inner workings of KiwiSaver

Thinking of retiring early? Explore the common early retirement pitfalls Kiwis face and how better planning for retirement can keep your lifestyle on track.

Do you really need a financial adviser? Learn when professional advice helps, what advisers do, and how Kiwis can decide if it’s worth it.

Adviser spotlight: meet Jonny McNamee, the adviser who loves a good puzzle, a clean fairway, and the feeling when clients finally exhale

Missing millions: how low financial literacy could impact your financial wellbeing, retirement and more

Why you need an emergency fund, what one is, and how much Kiwis should have set aside.

Explore why retiring early can beat retiring wealthy, and how time, freedom and smart planning can matter more than a huge balance.

Get ready financially for parenthood in New Zealand, from budgeting and insurance to KiwiSaver and planning for your child’s future needs.

Understand the pros and cons of using the Bank of Mum and Dad in NZ, from deposits and guarantees to protecting family relationships and your own retirement.

Nineteen things to stop buying if you want to save more, cut clutter and focus spending on what really matters.

Learn how to retire on your terms with a clear retirement plan, including savings, investing and lifestyle choices tailored to you.

Explore key property investment strategies in NZ, from buy‑and‑hold to renovations, and learn what to weigh up before growing your property portfolio.