Personal FinanceCredit card spending up on last yearCredit card spending in October increased on last year as New Zealand enters the holiday spending season, new data from the Reserve Bank shows.21 Nov 03:19 AM
InvestmentWhy developers ask for more moneyWatch NZ Herald Focus: Property boss defends apartment developers asking for more money from off-the-plan buyers.21 Nov 12:15 AM
OpinionTom HartmannEthical KiwiSaver options expandCOMMENT: Looking for socially responsible funds? There are more than ever to choose from.20 Nov 10:35 PM
InvestmentWhat's stopping us getting rich?An multi-millionaire landlord says New Zealand homeowners lack financial knowledge.20 Nov 10:23 PM
OpinionLending not house supply needs correctionCOMMENT: Unbridled bank lending is the driving force behind house price growth, Michael Rehm writes.20 Nov 09:35 PM
TaxKey takes on Facebook boss ZuckerbergPrime Minister John Key took on Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg about the company's tax reputation internationally - and Zuckerberg did not click "like".19 Nov 10:44 PM
OpinionDiana ClementWhat does your insurance cover?COMMENT: If your house burns down and the insurance company doesn't pay, it's likely to affect you financially for much of the rest of your life.19 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionMary HolmPut house-buying dreams on holdCOMMENT: Figures suggest NZ real estate prices are well out of line.18 Nov 05:00 PM
TaxInland Revenue throws down gauntletLarge companies need to "rebuild the trust of the public" by being more open about tax arrangements, the IRD says.17 Nov 11:04 PM
BDBDInterest ratesNZ dollar falls as greenback risesThe kiwi fell against a resurgent greenback after Federal Reserve chair Janet Yellen said the case has grown for a hike in US interest rates.17 Nov 08:53 PM
InvestmentSargeson buyers asked for more moneyBuyers of a big Takapuna apartment project replacing The Block homes are the latest off-the-plan purchasers to be asked to pay more for units.17 Nov 08:45 PM
InvestmentBuyer left stunned by $224k price jumpAn Auckland apartment buyer now faces forking out $1 million for a unit he had agreed to buy for $775,000.17 Nov 07:56 PM
InvestmentCouncil yet to loan $15m to St JamesAuckland Council is yet to loan $15 million for the upgrade of the city's historic St James Theatre and no public money is at stake in the troubled project.17 Nov 05:13 PM
InvestmentPrivate property sale site launchedThe site removes the need for agents and for vendors to pay commissions.16 Nov 10:29 PM
InvestmentFunding issues hit more apartmentsOne of Auckland's biggest inner-city apartment projects has been hit with funding issues and buyers have been asked to fork out more.15 Nov 07:21 PM
TaxMan creates republic to avoid paying taxThis guy was fed-up with paying tax, so he found a bit of empty land and created his own country. There's just one little problem.15 Nov 05:53 PM
InvestmentInsurers brace for quake claims: Hawke's Bay pools hitIAG, Tower expect claim inquiries to mount14 Nov 10:37 PM
InvestmentHope for first home buyersby David Porter[Temp photo until David finds some real people] Mount Maunganui and Papamoa Ray White Realty Focus franchise owner 14 Nov 10:00 PM
Personal FinanceAustralia's foreigner-only enclaveThis exclusive Australian precinct is already up to 80 per cent foreign owned and mostly by Chinese investors.14 Nov 07:23 PM
Personal FinanceComing from wealth helps men, not womenComing from a privileged background helps men, but not women, get top jobs researchers have found.14 Nov 06:21 PM
OpinionTom HartmannGet Sorted: Spot that scamCOMMENT: It's Fraud Awareness Week. Here's why we all need to look out for each other and those money traps out there.13 Nov 11:20 PM
InvestmentVodafone going to Mt Eden before ShoreVodafone is heading to Mt Eden before shifting into its new permanent North Shore headquarters.13 Nov 10:06 PM
InvestmentSwaying Wellington towers raise concernsThe CEO of an engineering firm has raised concerns about structural damage to towers that were swaying in the earthquake.13 Nov 08:05 PM
InvestmentQuake damage to Wellington blocksThousands of people who work in two huge Wellington buildings can't get in this morning because of earthquake damage.13 Nov 07:15 PM
InvestmentSally Ridge's first real estate listingSally Ridge is now a licensed real estate agent with her first listing for sale in Auckland.11 Nov 11:00 PM
InvestmentHomeless deterring tenants, bosses sayBusiness people are upset about Queen St's homeless but they're being called on to help.11 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionMary HolmMary Holm: The perils of flying soloCOMMENT: Tempted by top-performing shares? Be careful, those gains may not last.11 Nov 04:00 PM
KiwiSaverConcerned KiwiSavers vote with feetConcern over ethical investment practices has seen the rate of people swapping schemes surge by 23 per cent.10 Nov 12:03 AM
InvestmentPrepare for US exodus, warn landlordsThe country's largest landlord group warns New Zealand to prepare for a post-US-election exodus.09 Nov 08:08 PM
BDBDTaxIRD steps up student loan recovery effortInland Revenue says it's in talks with foreign tax departments as it steps up efforts to recover money owed by overseas-based student loan borrowers.09 Nov 12:10 AM
InvestmentUS election drives golfers Down UnderAmerican golfers visiting luxury Tara Iti club have been enquiring about moving permanently to New Zealand.08 Nov 09:03 PM
Personal FinanceParadise lost: Kiwis lose first home hopeWith the average Auckland house is valued at over $1 million Kiwis are beginning to feel dejected, a new ASB survey reveals.08 Nov 07:29 PM
InvestmentTrashed rental tests positive for methTauranga couple facing a $30,000 bill after their rental property was trashed hit with news their house tested positive for meth.08 Nov 07:21 PM
InvestmentCrowe's former home on market for $38mThe luxurious five-bedroom Sydney property is expected to fetch more than $38.9 million.08 Nov 05:15 PM
