The Become Wealth Blog

Thinking of dropping cover? Discover why cancelling health insurance can backfire, and how a health insurance adviser can help balance premiums and protection.

Learn tactics to avoid paying full price again, from timing sales to smart negotiation and using discounts without derailing your budget.

Can’t afford a house in NZ? Explore practical options, from changing timelines to alternative strategies and improving affordability.

Learn how to network like a pro in New Zealand, build genuine professional relationships and open doors to new career and business opportunities.

Discover practical ways Kiwis can make more money, boost income and grow wealth, from side hustles to smarter investing and long‑term financial planning.

Learn how to protect yourself from lay‑offs, from building buffers and skills to planning your next move before change hits.

A complete guide to quiet quitting: what it is, why it’s happening and how it can affect your career, income and wellbeing.

Worried about where the stock market is heading? Learn why no one can predict it, and how Kiwi investors can prepare for different scenarios.

Find out what a mortgagee sale in NZ means for homeowners and buyers, the risks involved, and how timely mortgage advice can help you protect your position.

Understand how safe your money is in New Zealand banks, how the Depositor Compensation Scheme works, and when to look beyond savings to protect your wealth.

Find out why many traditional retirement plans are broken, and how personalised retirement investment planning can better match your NZ lifestyle.

Explore the habits and mindsets that help some people consistently win, and how applying them can improve your finances and life in NZ.

Explore whether owning less stuff could ease environmental and financial pressures, and what a simpler lifestyle might look like in NZ.

Retirees often fear spending their nest egg. Learn how to enjoy retirement income without running out.

Explore why the Great Resignation may be followed by the Great Regret, and what Kiwis should weigh up before quitting a job in search of something better.

Avoid or escape a costly midlife crisis with 9 practical tips to protect your mental health, lifestyle and money.

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

Discover practical ways to increase your home’s value in NZ, from smart renovations to presentation tips that appeal to buyers and valuers.

Learn why every Kiwi needs a will, what happens if you die without one, and how smart estate planning can better protect your loved ones and your assets.

Explore research‑backed ideas on how to be happier, including the role money, work, relationships and purpose play in a well‑lived life in NZ.

Examine whether New Zealand is facing another recession, what key indicators show, and how households and investors can brace for downturns.

Learn how to deal with financial uncertainty, from building buffers and scenarios to keeping your investment plan steady.

See how op‑shop flipping works, from finding bargains to reselling for profit, and what to know before turning it into a side hustle.

Learn what stealth wealth is, why many Kiwis choose to keep riches quiet, and how focusing on financial independence beats showing off lifestyle.

Rethink pocket money: explore why simply giving kids an allowance may backfire and how to teach better money habits and responsibility instead.

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

Step‑by‑step guidance on how to buy your first home in New Zealand, from deposits and KiwiSaver to lending criteria and property checks.

Discover common mistakes to avoid when selling your home in New Zealand, from pricing and presentation to choosing the right agent.

Have you insured your biggest asset? Understand why your income and earning power often matter more than your house, and how cover can protect you.

See which jobs tend to be more resilient in a bad economy, and how Kiwis can strengthen their skills to stay employable in downturns.

Mortgage rates hit new lows. Learn what falling NZ mortgage rates mean for borrowers, homeowners, and property investors.

Discover how to treat yourself without blowing the budget, with low‑cost reward ideas that still support your wider savings and financial goals.

Understand the real cost of raising kids in New Zealand and how to plan your finances so children add joy, not long‑term money stress.

New to shares? Learn how to start investing in the share market in NZ, including risk basics, diversification and common first‑step mistakes to avoid.

Can you trust retirement calculators? Learn what they get right, where they fall short and how to use them wisely for planning.

Get up to speed on New Zealand’s newest tax, who it affects, key details and what it could mean for your finances and planning.

Learn practical ways to increase your net worth in New Zealand by growing assets, reducing bad debt and building smarter long‑term money habits.

What is market timing, and does it work? Understand why trying to pick highs and lows often fails and what long‑term investors can do instead.

Cut unnecessary spending so you can grow long‑term savings and investments, whatever your income level.

Learn when it might be better not to buy a home yet, from unstable income to heavy debt, and how to prepare for a stronger position.