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Peter Davis: GST furore highlights how much fees can dent KiwiSaver balances

Why the Government should do more to pressure KiwiSaver providers to lower their fees.

The $87m mall bargain: Northlands sale 35% below 2019 valuation

"Valuation has decreased from its peak towards the figure [it] sold at," say owners.

Private insurers want in on the Govt's proposed income insurance scheme

Private insurance to take a hit if proposed state income insurance scheme goes ahead.

KiwiSaver U-turn: Govt didn't consult fund managers on failed GST change

All 11 fund managers the Herald spoke to were in dark over the Govt's GST change.

House sale prices plateau, unsold inventory doubles - Barfoot & Thompson data

Prices plateaued in August, sales numbers remained low - Peter Thompson

Looming financial adviser shortage prompts insurer to offer training

The number of new advisers coming into the industry has slowed to a trickle.

Should first-home buyers buy a business instead?

A business could be cheaper than a house, and actually makes you money.

Diana Clement: How economical are your appliances?

OPINION: Leaving your TV on standby will use power and cost you money.

Mary Holm on KiwiSaver: Should I switch to a high growth, aggressive fund?

Going up, things can be very good, but coming down, it can get nasty.

Diana Clement: Simple tips to reduce your grocery bill

OPINION: There are ways to keep the bill down.

Money Talks: How did Mary Holm get so smart about money?

Listen: Financial advice guru Mary Holm shares her thoughts on life, money and investing.

Why pay your tax - when it's cheaper to wait?

Rate hikes, and removal of interest charges on late tax payments, triggers perfect storm.

Mary Holm: Why it pays to spread your savings

Diversification is a winning investment strategy — but how much is enough?

Humm to stop offering NZ buy now pay later service

The company is consolidating its products.

Kiwis still nervous about use of biometric data in digital payments

Security is the biggest priority when it comes to making payments.

SkyCity revenues down nearly a third

Casino operator weathers lockdown-ravaged year with revenues down a third.

Beach Haven cliff collapse: Council v home owner

"You admitted that you engaged the contractor to remove the pine trees."

Mary Holm: I have $50,000 in cash - should I pay down my mortgage or invest?

Paying down a mortgage — or any debt — improves your wealth as much as an investment.