This is Money Week and in-keeping with the theme this year we talk about making good choices about managing debt. Betty and Jim need to buy a new fridge costing $1,795, and have little savings except they are both over 65 and can access their KiwiSaver funds. The...
While real-world transactions have been slow to take off, Bitcoin has continued to be popular for black market uses like ransomware. Here is a look at the basics behind the electronic currency, which has come under recent scrutiny after hackers behind a global...
Warren Buffett is possibly the world’s most successful investor. Buffett is one of the richest men in the world and investors in his company, Berkshire Hathaway, have enjoyed outstanding returns over a long period. The secret to his success is not ‘sexy’; it is about...
Our one hour seminar covers a range of topics to enable you to: Improve your overall current financial position Identify specific areas you need to review Increase your knowledge of finance matters We have designed a checklist based on three broad life stages: 20’s...
Withdrawing Retirement Savings Dave and Sue are both 65 and considering retiring. They are not sure whether the $500,000 they have between super funds and bank term deposits will be enough. They have been reading a recent guide to help New Zealanders understand how to...
Helping the kids….. Since our last article Bob and Linda’s daughter has become engaged; an exciting time in their lives. The happy couple intend to get married in 12 months’ time so Bob and Linda are now finding out that the cost of weddings is around $30,000....
